"The Bhagavad Gita," often referred to simply as the Gita, is a revered Hindu scripture that forms part of the epic Mahabharata. Comprising 700 verses, it is a dialogue between Prince Arjuna and Lord Krishna, who serves as his charioteer.
Set on the battlefield of Kurukshetra, the Gita addresses the moral and philosophical dilemmas faced by Arjuna, torn between his duty as a warrior and his reluctance to engage in the battle against his own kin. Lord Krishna imparts timeless wisdom to Arjuna, elucidating the concepts of duty (dharma), righteousness, and the path to spiritual enlightenment.
The Gita encompasses various philosophical schools, including karma yoga (the yoga of selfless action), bhakti yoga (the yoga of devotion), and jnana yoga (the yoga of knowledge). It offers guidance on how to live a righteous life, cultivate inner peace, and attain liberation (moksha) from the cycle of birth and death.
As one of the most revered texts in Hinduism, the Bhagavad Gita continues to inspire seekers of wisdom and spiritual seekers worldwide, offering profound insights into the nature of existence and the pursuit of self-realization.