Is the Bhagavad Gita difficult to understand?
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What is wrong in Bhagwat Geeta?
Apart from the objections on caste, the very common objection raised against Gita is the more popular one about Violence. Now while the whole purpose of Gita was to convince Arjuna that there was nothing wrong with war and the killing of siblings, Gita supporters do not agree that it is justifying violence.
What is the best way to understand Bhagavad Gita?
The best and most effective way to read Bhagavad Gita is as a devotee of Lord Krishna, under the guidance of a pure devotee of Lord Krishna who represents one of the four Vaisnava Sampradayas. Without this approach the main point of Bhagavad Gita will not be clear.
Is there any rule to read Geeta?
There are no rules to read Bhagwatgita but there is only a need. You cannot read it until you are ready for it. When you are in a deep deep trouble and want an intellectual solution for it then Gita is a book of extreme importance.
What does Gita say about difficult times?
As humanity is going through a tough phase, everyone is looking for solace not only on financial matters but also about peace of mind, why life is so relentless and purpose of life… This tough phase taking a toll on physical as well as mental health.
What Geeta says about betrayal?
Lord Krishna, in the Mahabharata (including the Bhagavad Gita), first advises that if someone cheats or unjustly treats or wrongs then first one should try to tolerate and try to rectify others wrong actions by making them understand the inappropriate nature of their actions and their subsequent results.
Is Bhagavad Gita true?
The Bhagavad Gita is entirely representational and highly symbolic. There is no real battlefield or fight to be won; the entire text is a representation of the battle that goes on in our minds.
Is lying a sin in Hinduism?
So lying is acceptable. Hinduism says this only, lying or truth is relative, it is according to ones perspective. Hinduism says it is better to speak truth, because you’ll be rewarded but sometimes speaking truth can land you in trouble which you could avoid.
Can I read Bhagavad Gita at night?
Bhagwat Gita contains all the wisdom from vedas and upanishad and it also states dharma is not rigid as iron but its flexible as water. YEs you can. Yes, you can read the Gita at night, during the day, during twilight, during a full moon, during an apocalypse etc. You can read it any time.
Can we read Gita without bath?
Yes, in general, you can read Gita anytime, anywhere even without bathing.
What does Krishna say about problems?
If you have a problem, only you will have a solution to it, and not your friend. To find answers to your questions, you will have to look within.
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How many chapters of Bhagavad Gita represent Krishna himself?
The First 6 chapters of Bhagavad Gita are the head of Krishna; The middle 6 chapters are the stomach of Krishna; And the last 18 chapters are the legs of Krishna. Thus Bhagavad Gita represents Krishna Himself. (1) One should not read Bhagavad Gita to enhance his material activities and pleasures, but, to go closer to Krishna.
Is Srila Prabhupada’s Bhagavad Gita available at ISKCON?
As a pure devotee, Srila Prabhupada has written as said by Krishna. Bhagavad Gita As It Is translated and purported by A.C.Bakthi Vedanta Swami Srila Prabhupada is available in all ISKCON centres.