The Bhagavad-Gita for the Modern Reader: History, Interpretations and Philosophy

By M V Nadkarni and M.V. Nadkarni

Book Overview

What is the Bhagavad-Gita? Is it just a religious text? When was it composed? How relevant is it to the modern world? This book answers these foundational questions and goes beyond. It critically examines the Bhagavad-Gita in terms of its liberal, humanist and inclusive appeal, bringing out its significance for the present times and novel applications. The author elaborates the philosophy underlying the text as also its ethical, spiritual and moral implications. He also responds to criticisms against the text by Ambedkar, D. D. Kosambi, and more recently, Amartya Sen. The volume proposes unique bearings of the text in diverse fields such as business & management and scientific research.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0367177382
• ISBN13: 9780367177386
• Release Date: April 2019
• Publisher: Routledge India
• Length: 308 Pages
• Weight: 0.79 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 5.5" x 8.5"