A Comprehensive Guide to Bhagavad-Gita with Literal Translation

by H.D. Goswami

Widely revered as a work of spiritual and philosophic genius, Bhagavad-gita excels in providing reasonable, satisfying responses to life’s biggest issues: Who am I? Why do I exist? What is the universe? What is God?

For some, the elegant, highly readable Gita translation contained herein will be their first encounter with the text, while others may already have a frequently read version waiting at home. In either case, this Comprehensive Guide, with its systematic analysis of major themes and its hundreds of Gita references, represents a one-of-a-kind companion for beginners, advanced students and experienced scholars alike. With encyclopedic knowledge and an insider’s understanding of the text, the author guides us in simple accessible prose to the very heart of the Gita’s sublime conclusions. Thus this Comprehensive Guide not only constitutes a first-rate book of reference, but also proves a thoroughly engaging and illuminating read.

Genres: Nonfiction

234 pages, Kindle Edition

First published October 4, 2015

Reviews

[Gustavo Moura]

Clear thematic presentation followed by a sober translation of the entire text. Valuable contribution to the available English editions of this classic.

[Janavi Held]

Who could imagine that this ancient sanskrit text, when translated literally could read as contemporary. The Bhagavad Gita is now an accessible, modern guide for living....... And this edition makes it all approachable for seeker and scholar alike.

[Jonn]

este es un libro vital para quiera introducirse en la filosofía del vedānta y profundizar sus estudios. Al tener incluida en esta edición el Bhagavad-gītā hace que la formación se vuelva circular y completa. Una buena forma para los buscadores de acercarse a la divinidad.

[Jonny Stricklin]

wonderful compilation and study of the Gita

Glad I took the time to ready HD Goswamis work on the Gita. Thank you. Hare Krishna! Such a great read.

[Donald Yoon]

Probably the best translation of the Gita for beginners and advanced practitioners in English.

[Devon]

This was an excellent comprehensive look at the Bhagavad-Gita. I believe it was helpful having been my second translation as it was very easy to grasp more in depth concepts and get a much fuller understanding of this beautiful text.

[Peter Campbell]

I can see more connections in the text and I did with other translations.
Absolutely amazing job