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A fresh, new prose translation of the classic Indian poem, ideally focused for students and teachers and for yoga teacher trainingThe Bhagavad Gita, a small section of the massive Sanskrit epic the Mahabharata, is one of the central texts of Indian culture and philosophy, and one of the great works of world literature. It has been translated into English many times since 1785, and has had a profound influence in America, beginning with the transcendentalists and continuing today. It is taught in introductory world literature, religion, and Eastern religion courses, and is often prescribed in yoga teacher training courses because it explains the core principles of Vedic philosophy, which are central to yoga practice.Some of the currently available translations are in verse and, while well crafted, often do not accurately reflect the forms, sounds, and rhythms of the original. Older scholarly translations convey little feel for language. George Thompson's intention is to be as accurate and engaging as possible, and to create a translation that has scholarly bona fides, literary sensibility, and greater accuracy than previous translations. He emphasizes the social, historical, literary, and philosophical contexts surrounding the text. His introduction explains the development of Hindu thought and where the philosophy of the 'Gita' fits historically, along with a history of the text and its place in Indian literature and philosophy and history..
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of George Thompson's translation of The Bhagavad Gita? A: George Thompson's translation focuses on providing an accurate and engaging prose rendering of The Bhagavad Gita, emphasizing the social, historical, literary, and philosophical contexts surrounding the text.
- Q: How does this translation differ from others? A: This translation differs from others by aiming for greater accuracy and literary sensibility, avoiding the limitations of older scholarly translations and verse translations that may not reflect the original's nuances.
- Q: Who is the intended audience for this translation? A: The intended audience includes students, teachers, and those involved in yoga teacher training, as it presents the core principles of Vedic philosophy relevant to yoga practice.
- Q: What are the key themes explored in The Bhagavad Gita? A: Key themes include duty (dharma), righteousness, the nature of reality, the self, and the paths to spiritual realization, which are central to Indian philosophy.
- Q: Is this edition suitable for beginners? A: Yes, this edition is suitable for beginners as it offers a clear prose translation and an introduction that outlines Hindu thought and the significance of the text.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The binding type of this book is paperback.
- Q: How many pages does The Bhagavad Gita: A New Translation have? A: The book has 160 pages.
- Q: When was this translation published? A: This translation was published on August 5, 2008.
- Q: What edition of The Bhagavad Gita is this? A: This is the First Edition of The Bhagavad Gita: A New Translation.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is in new condition.