The Srimad Bhagavad Gita - Maharishi Veda Vyasa

The Srimad Bhagavad Gita is a revered ancient Indian scripture that forms part of the Indian epic, the Mahabharata. It consists of a conversation between Prince Arjuna and the god Krishna, who serves as his charioteer. The dialogue occurs on the battlefield of Kurukshetra, just before the start of a great war. Arjuna is filled with doubt and moral confusion about fighting in the war, which would involve killing his own relatives and teachers. Krishna provides him with profound guidance, addressing questions of duty, righteousness, and the nature of life and death. \n Throughout the Gita, Krishna teaches Arjuna about the nature of the self (Atman), the impermanence of the physical body, and the importance of performing one's duty without attachment to the results. The scripture explores k