The Bhagavad Gita

Set within the Mahabharata's "Bhishma" Parva, this revered Sanskrit poem is celebrated as one of the "Five Jewels" of Devanagari literature in India. It presents a philosophical system that continues to influence Brahmanic thought, skillfully integrating the teachings of Kapila, Patanjali, and the Vedas. The poem's plain yet noble language makes its profound concepts accessible, contributing to its enduring popularity and authority in Indian culture.