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The Bhagavad Gita Audible Audiobook – Unabridged

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The Bhagavad Gita, "The Song of the Lord", is the best known of all the Indian scriptures, and Easwaran's reliable and accessible version has consistently been the best-selling translation. Easwaran's introduction places the Gita in its historical setting and brings out the universality and timelessness of its teachings. Chapter introductions give clear explanations of key concepts in that chapter. To listen to the scripture without the introductions, listeners should start at track 044. The Bhagavad Gita opens dramatically on a battlefield, as the warrior Arjuna turns in anguish to his spiritual guide, Sri Krishna, for answers to the fundamental questions of life. But as Easwaran points out, the Gita is not what it seems - it's not a dialogue between two mythical figures at the dawn of Indian history. "The battlefield is a perfect backdrop, but the Gita's subject is the war within, the struggle for self-mastery that every human being must wage" to live a life that is meaningful, fulfilling, and worthwhile. This audio recording is a complete and unabridged reading of Eknath Easwaran's book The Bhagavad Gita.

Narrated by Paul Bazely, an actor of Indian heritage and a longtime student of Easwaran. Music by Yann Stoneman.

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  1. Part of series
    Easwaran's Classics of Indian Spirituality
  2. Listening Length
    8 hours and 54 minutes
  3. Author
    Eknath Easwaran
  4. Narrator
    Paul Bazely
  5. Audible release date
    December 28, 2014
  6. Language
    English
  7. Publisher
    Nilgiri Press at Blue Mountain Center of Meditation
  8. ASIN
    B00TGA3HGO
  9. Version
    Unabridged
  10. Program Type
    Audiobook
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Listening Length 8 hours and 54 minutes
Author Eknath Easwaran
Narrator Paul Bazely
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Audible.com Release Date December 28, 2014
Publisher Nilgiri Press at Blue Mountain Center of Meditation
Program Type Audiobook
Version Unabridged
Language English
ASIN B00TGA3HGO
Best Sellers Rank #2,509 in Audible Books & Originals (See Top 100 in Audible Books & Originals)
#2 in Hinduism (Audible Books & Originals)
#3 in Bhagavad Gita (Books)

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Customers find the book's translation helpful and readable. They appreciate the profound spiritual wisdom and explanations of concepts like Karma, Reincarnation, and self-awareness. Readers describe it as an interesting read that keeps them engaged. The story provides a comprehensive context for the classic tale, making it a valuable purchase.

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Customers appreciate the translation. They find it easy to understand, written in an accessible manner, and well-narrated. The preface provides a good introduction and helps explain the text clearly for beginners. Readers also appreciate the insightful chapter summaries.

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Customers find the book's spiritual wisdom profound. They say it explains concepts like Karma, Reincarnation, and self-awareness. Readers mention it gives them a positive mindset and changes their perspective. The book is described as a classic of Indian spirituality and a spiritual duty by the author.

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  • Gary Engle
    5.0 out of 5 stars RamaKrishna Krishna Rama...
    Reviewed in the United States on December 17, 2024
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    Great commentary and a glossary. This book brought me peace and understanding. A good read and Great translation although the songs of the Gita don't translate.
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  • Armando N. Roman
    5.0 out of 5 stars One of my top 10 favorite books ever, easily.
    Reviewed in the United States on November 1, 2014
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    I first heard about the Bhagavad Gita a few years ago on a podcast that the comedian Duncan Trussell was on. For those who may not know, Duncan, in addition to being hilarious, is incredibly smart, and has spent many years studying various religions and philosophy. I still remember the first verse he quoted- It is better to be an honest street sweeper than a dishonest king. This and many others, all spoke to me, and for the longest time, I couldn’t figure out which version of the Gita to get. Obviously, I went with this one, translated by Eknath Easwaran, mostly because of all the positive reviews. While I was slightly disappointed that several verses I’d become so familiar with through Duncan (the one I just mentioned, and the infamous “I am become death” one), I actually liked how they were translated here just as much as those I originally heard. I don’t know what it was, but I read through the Bhagavad Gita very quickly, which is rare for me because when I read a book, my eyes will eventually jumble the words together, causing me to take a long time just to get through one short chapter. Here, I felt driven to read through the book. Maybe it’s because so much of it clicked with me.

    Easwaran’s translation is very easy to understand. It tells the story of Arjuna, a prince stuck between two armies, not wanting to fight because he doesn’t understand what the good of killing others would be. This is a very honest question, and over the 18 chapters, he gets his answer from Krishna, (one form of Vishnu, one of the holy trinity), who happens to be serving as his charioteer in the war. Krishna is loving and gives Arjuna all the information he needs about life and death, and about his responsibilities as a warrior.

    To be completely honest, I don’t know how to write a review for The Bhagavad Gita. My best advice would be to simply do a search for ‘Bhagavad Gita quotes’ and see if you like what you read. For anyone wondering if this book is only for “religious people”, I don’t think so. It’s explained several times in the introduction that the Gita can be seen as a book to help people through life, a kind of guide book. It never tells you what you’re supposed to be doing, or how you’re supposed to act. It simply tells you, in the same way a good friend might give you advice while trying to be nice about it, how to improve.

    This version also has introductions before each chapter. At first, I would read a chapter, then the introduction, but after the fifth or sixth, I started with the introductions. Some have mentioned that the introductions are a little intrusive, or reiterate things you’re already going to be reading about. Personally, I found them to be very helpful. Some terms that just plain couldn’t be translated into English, are broken down in these introductions, making it a lot easier to read the chapter without going “wait, what does that mean?” and having to look it up or keep skipping to the glossary. There is also a lengthy introduction at the beginning of the book, further explaining certain Hindu ideas and terms, and even going over some very interesting history. Even some things I though I fully understood, like renunciation, are explained more here than they are in the individual chapter intros, and I appreciated it. Basically, this is as complete as you could probably get if you wanted a copy of the Bhagavad Gita with a little more than the Gita itself.

    Again, it was hard to sit here and type up anything for this book. If I could, I’d just type up a couple of my favorite verses…but that may be several pages of material that you can easily find elsewhere. You know what’s funny? I’ve memorized many Indian words while reading the Gita, and even after just reading it once, I’ve memorized what chapters some of my favorite verses come from. I’d sit there and ask myself, “what chapter was [x verse] in again?”, then I’d flip right to it, almost always on the exact page the verse was on.

    The Bhagavad Gita is one of those books that I can honestly say I got something out of while, and after, reading it. Look up some quotes, and if anything sticks, get the book. It’s very inexpensive and full of good advice.
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  • Agne
    5.0 out of 5 stars No wonder this book is still relevant after ~4000 years
    Reviewed in the United States on September 8, 2024
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    This is certainly a must-listen for anyone on a spiritual journey or even just curious about the human thought through the ages. Beautifully narrated!
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  • CLL MOM
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent piece of Eastern philosophy and allegory for self-discipline
    Reviewed in the United States on May 21, 2019
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    As an atheist, I personally believe the Gita should not be understood as a literal description of events, and any passages that make too precise a claim (like the ones about the age of the universe) should be gently ignored. Instead, the Gita should be understood as a beautiful literary allegory that triggers all the right food for thought in every chapter. This book is an excellent piece of philosophy worth comparing with any work of Stoicism or Zen as well modern schools like virtue ethics and psychoanalysis. The writing style and story will feel similar in places while presenting a fresh perspective on some of life's deepest questions.

    The most significant detail of this book compared to those others is the choice to have the information shared in a dialogue between 2 people, Arjuna and Krishna. For much of the time I was reading, I imagined Arjuna and Krishna as the conscious and unconscious struggling with the challenges of life inside a single individual, as described by Neumann's psychoanalysis. Imagining their dialogue and claims in this way led me to reflect deeply about my own particular conscious and unconscious, and the lessons on integration fit relevantly. This book is also a core text in the Advaita Vedanta tradition, where it's argued that each individual has a long-lasting Atman as well as short-lived Avatars. I also recommend interpreting the words of Arjuna and Krishna through this lens. There are probably several frameworks that fit, so try to keep in any mind that are relevant to you as you read.

    This book is great for reading short passages at a time or for seeking out particular topics when relevant. If you're performing some tough activity, I recommend reading some of the passages from time to time as a boost to fortitude. I've been reading during rest periods from working out, and it's like an inspiring jolt of focus for bringing 100% of my strength to every set. I firmly believe I'll be bringing chapters from this book out for the rest of my life.
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  • Juleen
    5.0 out of 5 stars Een aanrader
    Reviewed in the Netherlands on November 25, 2024
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    Geweldige vertaling en toelichting!
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  • Leo Hackmar
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great.
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 4, 2024
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    I see the same core spiritual wisdom here as most other spiritual books I've read. This is up there with the best I've read. And the fact it's the core text of the oldest religion in the world shows how eternal its message is. I loved how it told it as the scene of a battle but it's the battle of the self. I loved it.
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  • Client d'Amazon
    5.0 out of 5 stars A book everyone should have
    Reviewed in Spain on December 12, 2023
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    This sacred book is beautifully written and so well explained! The author did an amazing job for the people who needed clarification.
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  • Valter
    5.0 out of 5 stars Bhagavad Gita
    Reviewed in Italy on July 28, 2022
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    L'inglese scorre bene e l'introduzione ad ogni capitolo è molto utile
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  • Markandeya
    5.0 out of 5 stars For starters who want to read Bhagavadgeetha - simple english
    Reviewed in India on July 24, 2022
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    Pros:
    1. Simple english
    2. Excellent binding
    3. Explanation of terms used in Bhagavadgeetha in the introduction - this helped me a lot
    4. Brief introduction to each chapter at the beginning of each chapter - this gives overview and context for the chapter
    5. Excellent binding

    Cons:
    None I could think of

    Note: this book is for someone who never read Bhagavadgeetha. So, everything is straightforward without any deeper explanation. Having said that Bhagavadgeetha itself is insightful and full of wisdom. So, you will benefit reading this book for sure.
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    Markandeya
    5.0 out of 5 stars For starters who want to read Bhagavadgeetha - simple english
    Reviewed in India on July 24, 2022
    Pros:
    1. Simple english
    2. Excellent binding
    3. Explanation of terms used in Bhagavadgeetha in the introduction - this helped me a lot
    4. Brief introduction to each chapter at the beginning of each chapter - this gives overview and context for the chapter
    5. Excellent binding

    Cons:
    None I could think of

    Note: this book is for someone who never read Bhagavadgeetha. So, everything is straightforward without any deeper explanation. Having said that Bhagavadgeetha itself is insightful and full of wisdom. So, you will benefit reading this book for sure.
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