Gita According to Gandhi

Name : Gita According to Gandhi

Author : M. K. Gandhi

Book Format : Paperback

Edition : 1st Edition

Genre : Religion & Spirituality

ISBN : 9788122317770

Language : English

Pages : 301-400 Pages

Publish Year : 2024

Publisher : Pustak Mahal

Mahatma Gandhi's interpretation of the Bhagavad Gita, presented in his book "Gita According to Gandhi", highlights its deep spiritual and philosophical significance. For Gandhi, the Gita was not just a scripture about war but a guide for inner transformation, where the battle described is an allegory for the conflict between good and evil within oneself. Gandhi emphasized the Gita's core teachings on non-violence (ahimsa) and selfless action (nishkama karma), urging individuals to perform their duties without attachment to the results. He also viewed the Gita as a blueprint for spiritual discipline, advocating meditation, self-control, and devotion as paths to self-realization. Gandhi saw the Gita as a universal text, transcending religious boundaries, offering timeless wisdom for ethical living, and inspiring a life dedicated to truth and justice. For him, it was more than just a religious book; it was a "spiritual dictionary" that shaped his philosophy of non-violence and influenced his actions in the freedom movement.

Country of Origin : India