(Vol. 38 & 39) The Bhagavadgita (2 Vols. in One)

The Sanskrit poem Bhagavadgita (”Song of the Lord”) is a revelation of divine incarnation. It also attempts to reconcile the competing spiritual paths of action knowledge and devotion. The Gita is probably the most sacred scripture, other than the sacred Vedas, and has been translated many times into various languages east and west Edgerton’s translation of the Gita remains an important piece of scholarship that no serious student can afford to overlook. His chapters on the history and doctrine of the Gita are still among the most important studies ever published. —Peter Moore, Times Higher Education Supplement. Professor Edgerton’s name is a guarantee of the scholarship of his translation His] interpretive essay…have an even greater interest than the one that belongs to such a great classic of Indian religion. They include observations about the mysticism displayed in them and deserve to be considered by students of mysticism. It is a pleasure to read “India’s favourite Bible” in this very handy edition. Edward Darby Nock, Harvard Divinity School bulletin. His analysis of the Gita doctrines is clear and sharp, and his expose acute is full of well-chosen quotes and suggestions. —-P.E. Dumont (Journal of the American Oriental Society)
Most Visnuites and most Hindus consider the Bhagavadgita to be the New Testament to Christians. It is their main devotional book, and for many years has been the primary source of religious inspiration for millions of Indians. This two-volume edition (bound in one) contains Volume I on the facing pages. It includes a transliteration and close translation of the Sanskri original. Edgerton’s interpretation of Volume II explains the historical context and analyses its impact on later literature.