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The Bhagavad Gita (Penguin Classics) Paperback – October 28, 2008

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The Bhagavad Gita is an early epic poem that recounts the conversation between Arjuna the warrior and his charioteer Krishna, the manifestation of God. In the moments before a great battle, the dialogue sets out the important lessons Arjuna must learn to change the outcome of the war he is to fight, and culminates in Krishna revealing to the warrior his true cosmic form, counselling him to search for the universal perfection of life. Ranging from instructions on yoga postures to dense moral discussion, the Gita is one of the most important Hindu texts, as well as serving as a practical guide to living well.

For more than seventy years, Penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the English-speaking world. With more than 1,700 titles, Penguin Classics represents a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines. Readers trust the series to provide authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes by distinguished scholars and contemporary authors, as well as up-to-date translations by award-winning translators.
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Laurie L. Patton is Winship Distinguished Research Professor and Chairperson (1996). She earned her B.A. from Harvard University and her Ph.D. from the University of Chicago. For several years during the last two decades she has made her Indian home in Pune, Maharashtra. Her scholarly interests are in the interpretation of early Indian ritual and narrative, comparative mythology, literary theory in the study of religion, and women and Hinduism in contemporary India.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Penguin Classics; 1st edition (October 28, 2008)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 234 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0140447903
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0140447903
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.7 x 0.65 x 7.8 inches
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James Kalomiris, The Peripatetic Reader
5.0 out of 5 stars A Beautiful Rendition
Reviewed in the United States on September 21, 2018
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English translations of the Bhagavad Gita are frankly a dime a dozen, and many are mediocre and listless. Not this one! Laurie Patton’s translation is a treasure. Her translation is a moving reading experience the Gita is intended to be.
The drawback of many English translations is that they attempt to sound lofty and righteous. Therefore, many of these translations, even those recently translated, employ archaic Victorian English flourishes. You know, you’ve seen them. These translations use manners of speech such as “O, Arjuna,” “O King of Bharatas,” and use “thee,” “thou.” These literary devices ruin the reading experience because this is just not how people speak, and it gets in the way of appreciating the beauty of this poem.

Ms. Patton, on the other hand, uses none of these anachronisms in her translation. The Bhagavad Gita is poetry, and Patton is a published poet, and thus she knows how to craft a simple phrase in simple, elegant language for maximum effect.

Old School translations also display a lack of understanding on the message of the Gita. Reading the Gita is such a compelling experience because the message is so simple. Patton’s translation here is remarkable because it so accurately reflects the divine simplicity of the language used in its message.

Ms Patton has provided an excellent introduction, with bibliography and her translation sparingly provide footnotes.
“Bhagavad Gita” means “Song of God.” Ms. Patton’s translation is indeed the “Song of God.”
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5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful Words
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To me this seems like a great translation of a book that's regarded by many to be holy scripture. Arjuna's inner conflict most definitely can be related to a given person's conscience trying to do what is right in what appears to be a paradoxical existence. Krishna's divine point of view sheds light on and puts this in perspective. This one is worth reading again and again.
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KateLove
5.0 out of 5 stars Best version / translation of a classic
Reviewed in the United States on March 8, 2021
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I have returned to the wisdom of the Gita many times in my life... despite my Judeo-Christian upbringing.

This is a description of the spiritual path not to be missed.

I've tried other translations (as I have given away many copies of the Penguin) .

Look no further .. this translation is the one that is inspired by truth and the way.
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thuggi
5.0 out of 5 stars Both Important and Readable
Reviewed in the United States on April 22, 2015
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Five stars does not do this book justice. It is a singularly beautiful story and one of the world's most important works of philosophy and spirituality. But more than that, in this edition the author manages to achieve the nearly impossible; Patton translates the original poem into English verse that is remarkable fluid, readable, and graceful.

If you have any curiosity about the world or any interest in the fundamental nature of humanity, read this.
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G.B. Abnerton
4.0 out of 5 stars Couldn't put it down...
Reviewed in the United States on December 15, 2014
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This is the only translation of The Bhagavad Gita that I've read, so as a translation I have nothing to compare it to. I can say that it was an easy read, and I was able to finish it in one sitting. As a work of literature, the translation was smooth and poetic, and I really enjoyed reading it. I really couldn't put it down. As a religious/spiritual work, I found it to be very enlightening, and it touched on many aspects of one's spiritual and daily life. I'm glad that I read it, and I think that any spiritual person regardless of their religion will find it useful. I only took one star away, because of my own ignorance. Since, this is the only translation that I've read, I don't know if there is a better version out there.

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JJ
5.0 out of 5 stars But I'm taking a class and I love seeing someone else's thoughts
Reviewed in the United States on March 17, 2017
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At first I was surprised at the frequent words, notes written in the paperback sent to me.
But I'm taking a class and I love seeing someone else's thoughts. Now it has even more
notes in it, but I'm keeping this book and its comments. :) Lovely words from Krishna.
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snowshoez
5.0 out of 5 stars good book, good buy
Reviewed in the United States on October 7, 2010
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the bhagavad gita is a hindu text that promises to confound the modern western-thinking individual on his or her first reading. upon becoming more familiar with the terms and concepts used, the second or third read may well probe more fruitful in terms of their reflection into the nature of mankind, and his relationships with life and death, pain and pleasure, and other dualities that surround our self-concepts today.
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Sarah Anderson
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
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Beautiful book with a very informative and (western friendly) introduction.
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fred wallin
5.0 out of 5 stars Good Book
Reviewed in Canada on January 30, 2024
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Joao Nunes
5.0 out of 5 stars Good entry point to the vastness of Vedic knowledge
Reviewed in Spain on June 2, 2023
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The cover was damaged. It seems it was damagedby transportation. Great value for money. Big enough font to read.
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Mel appleby
5.0 out of 5 stars Good service
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 13, 2022
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Anonymous Anonymous
5.0 out of 5 stars Literal and real translation, but poor paper quality.
Reviewed in India on December 12, 2021
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This translation is what we should call a translation. In many other so-called spiritual translations, they insert their own words into translation. When you want to interpret a verse, you should write explanatory notes separately, rather them showing interpretaion as if it is a translation from sanskrit. ...Translation is always literal(except in rare circumstances), and explanation is given separately, rather than mixing these two distinct things.

I have read this translation fully🤗🤗🤗, and enjoyed it a lot. Needed urgently for those who have interest in Hinduism....
This translation may have lesser/incomplete explanatory notes, but I am praising translation, not commentary.
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Carlos Alberto Jimenez
5.0 out of 5 stars Bien
Reviewed in Mexico on December 12, 2018
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