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The Bhagavadgita: Doctrines and Contexts

Hardback

Main Details

Title The Bhagavadgita: Doctrines and Contexts
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Angelika Malinar
Physical Properties
Format:Hardback
Pages:310
Dimensions(mm): Height 229,Width 152
Category/GenreAsian and Middle Eastern history
Buddhism
Hinduism
Sacred texts
ISBN/Barcode 9780521883641
ClassificationsDewey:294.5924046
Audience
Professional & Vocational

Publishing Details

Publisher Cambridge University Press
Imprint Cambridge University Press
Publication Date 6 December 2007
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

The Bhagavadgita is one of the most renowned texts of Hinduism because it contains discussions of important issues such as liberation and the nature of action as well as the revelation of the Krishna as the highest god and creator of the universe. It is included in the ancient Indian Mahabharata epic at one of its most dramatic moments, that is, when the final battle is about to begin. In contrast to many other studies, this book deals with the relationship between the Bhagavadgita and its epic contexts. On the basis of a thorough analysis of the text Angelika Malinar argues that its theology delineates not only new philosophical concepts and religious practices but also addresses the problem of righteous kingship and appropriate use of power. Malinar concludes by considering the Bhagavadgita's historical and cultural contexts and those features of the text that became paradigmatic in later Hindu religious traditions.

Author Biography

Angelika Malinar teaches in the Department of Study of Religions at the School of Oriental and African Studies, University of London.