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The Song of God Bhagavad-Gita - translated by Swami Prabhavananda and Christopher Isherwood with an introduction by Aldous Huxley

Synopsis

Title: Bhagavad-gita The Song Of God by Swami Prabhavananda, Christopher Isherwood 1956
Author/Publisher: Christopher Isherwood & Swami Prabhavananda; Phoenix House (London)
Publication Year: 1956
Format: Cloth-bound Study Edition with Numbered Verses

Presented here is the seminal spiritual text, the Bhagavad-Gita, in a distinguished English translation by the acclaimed Anglo-American novelist Christopher Isherwood and the revered Hindu spiritual leader Swami Prabhavananda. This particular edition, published by Phoenix House in 1956, offers a profound gateway into one of the most revered scriptures of Hinduism.

As a significant work of non-fiction, this volume is crafted as a Study Edition, meticulously presenting the ancient verses in a numbered format for ease of reference and contemplation. It is further elevated by an insightful introduction from the eminent philosopher and author Aldous Huxley, adding considerable weight to its intellectual and spiritual offering.

• A Unique Collaboration: This translation represents a remarkable meeting of minds between a Western literary figure, Christopher Isherwood, and an authentic spiritual master, Swami Prabhavananda, resulting in a rendition both accessible and deeply faithful to the original Sanskrit.
• The Heart of Hindu Philosophy: The Bhagavad-Gita, often called 'The Song of God', encapsulates the essence of Vedic wisdom, presenting a dialogue between Lord Krishna and Arjuna on dharma, duty, and the path to spiritual realisation amidst life's moral dilemmas.
• Facilitating Deep Study: Designed as a Study Edition, the inclusion of numbered verses provides a structured approach for readers and scholars alike, encouraging meticulous examination and understanding of each profound teaching within the sacred text.
• Aldous Huxley's Introduction: Adding substantial intellectual gravitas, the volume features an introduction by the highly influential author Aldous Huxley, whose philosophical insights contextualise the Gita's timeless relevance for a Western audience.

This 1956 Phoenix House edition of the Bhagavad-Gita, with its esteemed translators and a compelling introduction by Aldous Huxley, stands as a notable item for collectors of world philosophy, spiritual literature, and significant literary collaborations of the mid-20th century.

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