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 back-story 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.
This wise and delightful guide to the benefits of meditation practices will help listeners cultivate a calm, peaceful, and enlightened lifestyle. Drawing from his years of experience as a teacher, spiritual leader, and avid meditator, Edward Viljoen directs listeners down the path to enlightenment using wisdom such as:
-Mindfulness practices-Train yourself to become absorbed in a purposefully chosen activity.
-Sitting practices-Reduce the use of mental and physical resources as much as possible by sitting still and silently.
-Creative practices-Employ such devices as journaling, observing, and focusing on a favorite literary or spiritual passage. Featuring personal anecdotes and stories from the author's spiritual teachings, The Power of Meditation goes beyond a simple how-to book and offers a wonderful listening experience that will inspire listeners to live more wise and fulfilling lives.
