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The Bhagavad Gita

By: Eknath Easwaran
Narrated by: Paul Bazely
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The Bhagavad Gita, "The Song of the Lord", is the best known of all the Indian scriptures, and Easwaran's reliable and accessible version has consistently been the best-selling translation. Easwaran's introduction places the Gita in its historical setting and brings out the universality and timelessness of its teachings. Chapter introductions give clear explanations of key concepts in that chapter. To listen to the scripture without the introductions, listeners should start at track 044. The Bhagavad Gita opens dramatically on a battlefield, as the warrior Arjuna turns in anguish to his spiritual guide, Sri Krishna, for answers to the fundamental questions of life. But as Easwaran points out, the Gita is not what it seems - it's not a dialogue between two mythical figures at the dawn of Indian history. "The battlefield is a perfect backdrop, but the Gita's subject is the war within, the struggle for self-mastery that every human being must wage" to live a life that is meaningful, fulfilling, and worthwhile. This audio recording is a complete and unabridged reading of Eknath Easwaran's book The Bhagavad Gita.

Narrated by Paul Bazely, an actor of Indian heritage and a longtime student of Easwaran. Music by Yann Stoneman.

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Critic reviews

"No one in modern times is more qualified - no, make that 'as qualified' - to translate the epochal classics of Indian spirituality than Eknath Easwaran. And the reason is clear. It is impossible to get to the heart of those classics unless you live them, and he did live them. My admiration of the man and his works is boundless." (Huston Smith, author of The World’s Religions)
"For all of its profundity, Eknath Easwaran manages to translate the Gita in easy prose that neither panders nor obscures. Coupled with his thorough introduction, Easwaran’s version comes off on all the levels it should: as a guide to action, devotional scripture, a philosophical text, and inspirational reading." (Amazon.com Eastern Religion editor)
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Really informative descriptions and discussion at the beginning of the book followed by the The Bhagavad Gita itself made it more accessible. Really enjoyed it.

Gave a greater understanding of The Bhagavad Gita

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I found the narrators voice to be very soothing and at the same time very crisp and clear. From what I've read some have found his Indian accent annoying, but that occurs probably less than 1% of the book! It's hardly noticeable. Personally I didn't find it to be annoying at all.

I am not going to comment on the version of the Bhagavad-Gita as I am not familiar with the translations, but narrative and the story itself are just beautiful.

Loved it!

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A good introduction to the scripture and its key messages.

I will need to listen again alongside other interpretations of the scripture to absorb the messages as it is there to provoke thought and reflection.

I think that each individual will interpret and absorb the content differently depending on their specific life experiences, current circumstances and stage in their spiritual journey.

Beautifully narration of the story and messages

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Makes you search your own soul in parts. Almost a cleansing experience. Just truly awsome.

The Bhagavad Geeta beautifully narrated

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This is a wonderfully narrated audiobook, very well explained and interpreted. It leaves you with a feeling of love and warmth in your heart!

Favourite Book - The Bhagavad Gita

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Great audiobook but doesn’t come close to reading the real thing in physical form, still highly recommend it for anyone :) have a blessed day!

Great audiobook highly recommend

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My heartfelt thanks for a beautiful retelling, you will certainly learn how to use that which is innate.

Beautiful

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I really enjoyed the book but I am still confused on number of matters for example if all are one and equal why is it acceptable for the yogi to endorse a tradition of sitting on the skin of a dead deer? I am also still a little unclear on the acceptability of war of the warrior class? Other than this and some other minor questions I found the book engaging and positive.

Enjoyable

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As a student of yoga, I often find the ancient texts hard to read and understand. Being able to listen to this version of the B-G was so much easier and enjoyable.

Really great audio version

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I had already read this many times in book form along with many other Hindu scriptures and I could listen to this many many times over

four times and ready for another round

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