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  • proper noun A female given name used in India.

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  • noun (Hinduism) the sacred `song of God' composed about 200 BC and incorporated into the Mahabharata (a Sanskrit epic); contains a discussion between Krishna and the Indian hero Arjuna on human nature and the purpose of life

Etymologies

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From Sanskrit गीता (gītā, "song"), sometimes in reference to Bhagavad Gita.

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  • 69 STUDY OF BHAGAVAD GITA One of the difficulties in the study of Gita is that; it can develop a doubt; "Why truth has to be shown by some one else?" or "Why should I follow the ancestors?"

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  • 78 STUDY OF BHAGAVAD GITA There is another reason or explanation; "why Gita can not create ideal society"!

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  • 5 STUDY OF BHAGAVAD GITA But after coming to Mumbai, flame of curiosity was ignited and interest in Gita was aroused, probably because I had begun to revisit Vishnusahasranam and Namasmaran, and/or I was becoming increasingly aware of my inadequacies.

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  • 11 STUDY OF BHAGAVAD GITA What is the scope of the study of Gita in individual life?

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  • 81 STUDY OF BHAGAVAD GITA Just as sunlight can be troublesome to photophobic (those who can not tolerate the sunlight due lack of melanin pigment in their eyes) individual, Gita can be discomforting and disagreeable to some individuals; due to their peculiarities.

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  • 57 STUDY OF BHAGAVAD GITA The idea of arbitrary suppression or unabated indulgence do not find place in Gita.

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  • 17 STUDY OF BHAGAVAD GITA It is worthwhile to share with you here; that today I feel that; opportunity to study Gita is a one of the greatest treasure in my life for me.

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  • 145 STUDY OF BHAGAVAD GITA These people obviously were ignorant about Upanishads as well as Gita, but may be because of my weakness; their comments could often sabotage my interest, dedication, efforts, concentration, commitment and involvement in the study!

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  • 24 STUDY OF BHAGAVAD GITA What were the hurdles in the process of studying Gita?

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  • 61 STUDY OF BHAGAVAD GITA How do the experiences of the study of Gita differ from the experiences of the study of other books?

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