The Bhagavad-gita for the modern reader : history, interpretations and philosophy
Nadkarni, M. V.2021
Book
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 more. It critically examines the Bhagavad-Gita in terms of its liberal, humanist and inclusive appeal, bringing out its significance for both present times and novel applications. The author elaborates the philosophy underlying the text as well as its ethical and spiritual implications. He also responds to criticisms that have been levelled against the text by Ambedkar, D. D. Kosambi and, more recently, Amartya Sen. With additional material including chapter summaries of the Bhagavad-Gita, the second edition of the volume proposes new ways of utilising the text in diverse fields, such as business and management and scientific research. Eclectic and accessible, this work will be of interest to scholars of philosophy, religion, history, business and management studies, as well as the general reader.
Main title:
Author:
Nadkarni, M. V., author
Edition:
Second edition.
Imprint:
London ; New York : Routledge, Taylor & Francis Group, 2021.©2019
Collation:
312 pages ; 22 cm
Notes:
Previous edition: 2017.Includes bibliographic references (pages 298-306) and index.
Contents:
1. Significance of the Gita, its Date and Authorship2. Classical Commentators of the Gita3. The Gita Goes Global4. Makers of Modern India and their Interpretations of the Gita5. Contemporary Interpretations6. Philosophy of the Gita7. Criticisms of the Gita and Response8. Novel Applications.
ISBN:
9780367786670 (pbk)9780367786670 (paperback)
Dewey class:
294.5924047294.5924
LC class:
BL1138.66
Language:
English
BRN:
782626
| Location | Collection | Call number | Status/Desc |
|---|---|---|---|
| narrm ngarrgu Library and Family Services | -Society | SOCIETY 294.5924 NADK | On loan - Due: 11 Jul 2026 |