Summary: The Gita inspires millions of Hindus in their search after God and Truth, and shows the way to the realization of peace and blessedness. the present translation, it is hoped, will help make this universal teaching available to Western readers in this time of confusion and spiritual need. Description: The Bhagavad Gita, an important Hindu scripture, is one of the outstanding religious classics in the world. Its unique feature is the emphasis given to the discharge of duties, irrespective of their nature, as an effective discipline for the realization of god.