by Sri Aurobindo · Herder · tapa blanda · ISBN 9783451041068
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«Die Bhagavadgītā» is the Hindu classic translated by Sri Aurobindo, with an introduction by Anand Nayak, published by Herder in paperback (153 pages, in German).
This sacred text of Hinduism contains the dialogue between Arjuna and Krishna on the field of Kurukshetra, on the eve of a great battle. Krishna expounds to the prince the teachings of dharma, selfless action, yoga, and the paths to liberation.
The Herder Spektrum collection published this volume in 1992; its full title is «Die Bhagavadgītā. In der Übertragung von Sri Aurobindo. Mit einer Einführung von Anand Nayak».
Intended for readers of philosophy, religion, and Eastern spirituality who wish to approach a classic text of Hinduism.
Sri Aurobindo was an Indian philosopher, yogi and nationalist, who is noted for his participation in the movement for India's independence from British rule, he advocated for complete autonomy through his writings and political activity. Following his imprisonment and acquittal, he withdrew to Pondicherry to devote himself to spiritual practice, eventually formulating the path of Integral Yoga. His extensive literary output includes the treatises The Life Divine and The Synthesis of Yoga and the epic poem Savitri.
