Battles always happen because of a missing dialogue between the two parties, the stakeholders in the battle. The Mahabharata war of Kurukshetra too had happened as a result of a missing dialogue between the Kauravas and the Pandavas. This wonderful book, as if, takes us from this theme of missing dialogue in our lives through discussing the divine dialogue between Sri Krishna the Guru and his disciple cum bosom friend Arjuna. And this dialogue happens albeit on the battlefield that came into existence for the reason stated above.
The author Dr. M. Lakshmi Kumari and the Bhagavad Gita that she ably interprets for us, both need no introduction. From the time of its revival by Sri Adi Shankaracharya it has gained immense attraction among the devotees and intellectuals alike, across the globe, especially in the recent centuries. This Indian scripture has become the "Scripture of Mankind" out of its sheer relevance and universal appeal. What this "Upanishad" offers us is the way to connect with oneself as well as others in the most fulfilling, comprehensive, holistic way. What is missing in our modern nuclear families is the connect with our surroundings. Physical self-centeredness has outsmarted our spiritual Self-centredness. There is a popular saying ascribed to Martin Luther King, Jr, "The means by which we live have outdistanced the ends for which we live. Our scientific power has outrun our spiritual power. We have guided missiles and misguided men."
The present book amply supplies us with references, anecdotes, passages from various scriptures and puranas as well as history to supplement the author's commentary on the individual Adhyayas of the Bhagavad Gita and make it wholesome and inspiring to read. In a very engaging style of writing the author Dr M. Lakshmi Kumari delves into the universal problems of family and society that take only different names and forms in different times. The whole discussion repeatedly reinforces upon the reader's mind the importance of a collective consciousness termed as parasparya that expands from individual to family to society at large. It is simply like drinking the nectar-like milk in the form of the Gita from the cows in the form of Upanishads.
In conclusion, I must admire the depth of understanding along with the vast experience of the author in dealing with such a topic that is overly commented upon, without being repetitive or imitational, and focusing on the singular objective of elevating our family ideals through the familial battle ground of the Gita.
Though completely unfit to comment upon the author's great endeavour to bring this Celestial Song of the Bhagavad Gita into our consciousness, I feel blessed to have this opportunity to write a few words based on my reading a few parts of this book. I wish it a grand success in reaching its intended audience.
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