The Bhagavad-Gita is one of the more recent books in Hinduism as compared to the Vedas and the Upanishads that are hoary in antiquity. However, the Gita is unique in a sense that it encompasses most of the wisdom of the Vedas and the Upanishads in the form of a conversation between the prince Arjuna and the Supreme God, Lord Krishna. This essay will examine the manner in which the Gita views life, Dharma, karma and other social aspects that the book reinforces. In addition, the essay would also examine the relationship between Gandhi’s philosophy and that of Continue reading...