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The Truth About The Gita: A Closer Look At Hindu Scripture
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Taking A Rationalist, Skeptical Approach, A Journalist And Humanist Advocatecritiques The Famous Bhagavadgita On Many Levels. Among Other Things, He Points Out The Improbability Of The Historical Events Recounted, The Logical Inconsistencies In The Work, And, Above All, The Retrograde Moral Perspective Represented By The Characters. He Emphasizes That The Long Dialogue Between The Warrior Arjuna And Lord Krishna (An Incarnation Of The God Vishnu) Ends Up By Condoning Violence, Even Wholesale Slaughter. Furthermore, The Work Extols The Hindu Caste System As Noble And Reinforces Superstitions About Reincarnation And Karma. All Of This Was Anathema To The Author, Who Spent Much Of His Career Working For Human Rights And Critical Thinking.For Students Of Indian Literature In Both The East And West, This Critical Appraisal Of A Classic Hindu Epic Will Prove Enlightening.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Truth About the Gita'? A: The book critically examines the Bhagavad Gita, highlighting its historical improbabilities, logical inconsistencies, and moral perspectives that condone violence and reinforce the caste system.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Truth About the Gita' is V. R. Narla, who approaches the text from a rationalist and humanist perspective.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 231 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'The Truth About the Gita'? A: The book was published on July 27, 2010.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is this book suitable for students of Indian literature? A: Yes, it provides a critical appraisal of a classic Hindu epic and is particularly enlightening for students of Indian literature.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is in new condition.
- Q: Does the book come with a return policy? A: Yes, the book has a no-quibbles return policy.
- Q: What features are included with the purchase of this book? A: Features include mint condition, same-day dispatch for orders received before 12 noon, guaranteed packaging, and a no-quibbles return policy.
- Q: What topics does the author critique in the Bhagavad Gita? A: The author critiques the condoning of violence, the caste system, and superstitions regarding reincarnation and karma within the Bhagavad Gita.