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The Bhagavad Gita

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The Bhagavad Gita

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Prince Arjuna & Lord Krishna

  • The Bhagavad Gita is one of the most important holy books in Hinduism.
    • It is part of a larger story called the Mahabharata, an ancient Indian epic.
  • The book is written as a conversation between Prince Arjuna and Lord Krishna.
    • Krishna speaks to Arjuna when he feels afraid and unsure about fighting in a great battle.
    • Through their talk, Krishna teaches deep lessons about life, duty, and faith.
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Dharma

  • Krishna tells Arjuna that everyone has their own duty (dharma) in life.
  • Doing your duty, even when it is hard, helps bring balance to the world.
    • Dharma means doing what is right, fair, and honest.
  • Arjuna learns that he must follow his duty as a warrior, even though he is afraid.
  • Krishna explains that people should act without selfishness, focusing on what is right.
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Bhakti and Moksha

  • Krishna teaches that people can reach freedom for their soul (moksha), by showing devotion (bhakti) to God.
    • Moksha means being released from the cycle of life, death, and rebirth.
  • True devotion means loving and trusting God completely.
  • Krishna says that love, kindness, and faith bring people closer to the divine.
  • The Bhagavad Gita teaches that a peaceful and devoted life leads to true happiness.

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1.1Origins of Abrahamic Faith

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2.1Islam

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2.3Buddhism

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