The Bhagavad Gita

The Song of God Retold in Simplified English (The Essential Wisdom Library)

By: Edward Viljoen

Narrated by: Edward Viljoen

This program is read by the author.

The Bhagavad Gita: A Song of God Retold in Simplified English is the latest title in the Essential Wisdom Library.

This unique edition of the timeless epic is designed to be accessible for listeners without any prior experience of Hinduism. Not simply a translation of the original, Viljoen has simplified and restated the Gita’s complex ideas, so that a first-time listener can fully appreciate the scope and beauty of this magnificent Indian classic. Written in concise, modern language, the retelling vividly captures the power and depth of the original work.

Part of the Mahabharata, the Gita is a dialogue between Prince Arjuna and Lord Krishna. Its verses contain some of the key ideas of Hindu philosophy - Dharma, Moksha, and various yogic practices. Originally written well over a thousand years ago, the Gita has proven to be a timeless source of wisdom, inspiring philosophers and revolutionaries alike in the millennia since it was written.

In addition to the retelling of the text, this edition includes a character list, a glossary of important terms, and chapters exploring the backstory from the Mahabharata and the impact and meaning of the Bhagavad Gita itself.

The Bhagavad Gita is an approachable way for today’s listeners to engage with one of history's richest spiritual epics.

PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.

©2019 Edward Viljoen (P)2019 Macmillan Audio

Absolutely loved it.

I absolutely loved the book. Give it a listen. And the author did a great job reading his book!!!!!!

The Most Beautiful Book!!! I'm in AWE 💙

Krishna lead me to this book, together Vishnu Rama Krishna & I e joy listening to our past together as one

The writings The Story & Structure of this Book is Amazingly Amazing 💘💙💜

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Insightful

I bought the paperback copy as the recording was so insightful. This book is a resource for those of us who have acknowledge of the high leveled scriptures of India. Mr. Viljoen provides background of culture and other Hindu Scriptures which fill in the gaps and allow the reader to have a stronger background (schemata) to then go back and read THE BHAGAVAD GITA with deeper spiritual application or insight for spiritual growth. I will finish the recording and then take notes on the paperback book. This author is a minister in the Center for Spiritual Living. (Religious Science?) This book added credibility to his new thought denomination as I have brushed their teachings and visited the churches and taken classes. These people seem to be more sincere than I first was skeptical of with their marketing approach to events and studies--however, as a Christian, I see this group as having a deeper merit. Anyway, this book will offer the foundation effectively for a person who wants to internalize the essence of the Indian Scriptures of THE BHAGAVAD GITA or Celestial Song. Pastor David had the author speak in San Jose at the CSL and it must have been a good lecture.