Like a Thousand Suns: The Bhagavad Gita for Daily Living, Volume 2

Easwaran’s translation of the Bhagavad Gita for Daily Living is a great source of inspiration and hope, filled with humor and compassion. The writing illuminates ancient Hindu teachings in a way that they can be easily understood by people from all cultures and backgrounds today. Using tales from his own childhood, and examples he sees in the world, Easwaran gives meaning to concepts that might otherwise seem remote. I have been reading and rereading this three-volume set of books for many years, just a few pages each morning. There is always a kernel that sheds some light on how I can better navigate my daily challenges, both the ordinary ones and the moments of crisis. This is more than a translation of an ancient text for me – it is a practical handbook for living.

I've read many of this wonderful man's books, and after finishing his Classics of Indian Spirituality series, had to go further into the Bhagavad Gita with this priceless 3-set Bhagavad Gita for Daily Living. Lots of people have written thoughtful reviews of the first book in the series but few mention this second book. Honestly, I could write chapters on how this easy to read book will help anyone on the spiritual journey. But I would only be repeating much of what was written on the first book in the series. I wish I could offer you a money back guarantee but obviously that's not possible. If you have any interest in immersing yourself deeper in one of the most important spiritual books ever written, you'd be hard pressed to find a better place to start than this beautiful series. I'd previously struggled through two other translations of the Gita and got little from the effort, but Eknath Easwaran writes in a very readable and understandable way. I know you won't regret the decision to read this series.

I am not a scholar and came to the Bhagavad Gita out of spiritual curiosity after stumbling across Easwaran's books on meditation, which mention the Gita often. I have read the first two volumes of this set and I simply could not be more grateful for the articulate, accessibly and heartfelt commentary in both volumes. Again, as a lay person, Easwaran's integrity and respect for the Gita are evident on every page. His love for the Gita and desire to translate and explain it as accurately as possibly is very clear. Having been raised in rural India, having matured on the Gita through cultural immersion and his Grandmother's loving hand, he speaks from experience. I will certainly be moving on to Volume 3.

The author has a way of simplifying the most difficult philosophical concepts without diluting the meaning. Mr. Easwaran brings clarity to topics that might otherwise take a reader quite a while and no little difficulty to grasp. I credit the author with making Eastern religion and philosophy accessible to the Western mind that isn't necessarily trained in some of the concepts. I credit this author's work with helping facilitate the beginning stages of my deepening interest in meditation.

Simple but awesome in its approach and content. Immensely inspirational. The author makes it easily readable and practically useable for those who are being introduced to the profound insights in the Bhagavad Gita. I find it to be spiritual in nature as opposed to being religious . . . tapping into universal Truths which are timeless and without cultural constraints. Highly recommended.

I have yet to read anyone in addition to Sri Easwaran who can show me how to take the science of yoga from intellectual comprehension to lifestyle integration. Daily reading from this three volume set of "The Bhagavad Gita for Daily Living" will change your life. Try it for ninety days, then stop. You'll return to the daily habit. Having a problem? Use the index in the back of the volume: It's marvelous!

The trilogy is one of the best on the topic of Hinduism. He explains the religious texts and relates them to modern life, giving practical tips and advice on how to follow this red road. Reads like an ongoing mentor ship.

A wonderful, inspiring reading! Easwaran has the ability to see the extraordinary in the ordinary and convey it in simple, easy to understand words; he's a great story-teller. Highly recommend his books to anyone on the spiritual path who wants to study scripture at a deeper level.

There is real insight, into the meaning of life and the teachings of theis great Indian Scripture. Warmly recomend this series of 3 books

This book is an intelligent and informative translation of the Bhagavad Gita with commentary from the author, who was an English Professor and student of sacred writings of the world. Very practical guide for living an unselfish life of service to others.

Great writer, you can read it over and over again.

This book should be read by everyone, it is the essential for daily living.

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