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Bhagavad Gita
Bhagavad Gītāभगवद्गीता· BHUG-uh-vud GEE-tahSong of the Lord
The Bhagavad Gita is a revered Indian scripture — a dialogue between the warrior Arjuna and Krishna — that presents the paths of karma, bhakti and jnana yoga.
Part of the epic Mahabharata, the Gita teaches how to act with devotion and without attachment to results, and is one of the most influential texts on yoga philosophy.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Bhagavad Gita about?
- A dialogue between Prince Arjuna and Krishna on duty, action and devotion. It presents several paths of yoga — selfless action (karma), devotion (bhakti) and knowledge (jnana).