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Bhagavad Gita

By: Stephen Mitchell
Narrated by: Stephen Mitchell
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Stephen Mitchell brings to life his acclaimed translation of these most famous and revered Hindu scriptures - the timeless story of the paths of knowledge, devotion, action, and meditation.

©2000 Stephen Mitchell (P)2001; 2018 Audio Literature; Phoenix Books

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I am Review, shatterer of words

"I am death, shatterer of worlds,
annialating all things" (11.32).
- Bhagavad Gita, tr Stephen Mitchell

I’ll review later as it sinks deeper in.
I need some time to chew on it.
And, yes, perhaps just let go and
let the book be --
what it already is.

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  • 10-03-21

Pronunciation

I was really looking forward to listening to this, but I had to stop at some point, after Naraada, Sheeva, and Kreeshna.

Could narrators please learn to first pronounce names correctly?

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Only wish for better audio quality

4 stars overall only because the audio quality was not very good. It was difficult to hear even at the loudest setting. It sounded muffled.

5 stars for the actual audiobook & narration. I will listen again. Thank you.

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life changing . awakening. instructive

well performed with gravitas and reverence. i am informed of my ace in raga and given direction to progress forth.

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I'm in love with this marvelous work if art

I just finished the Bhagavad Gita and I am in love with our Great Creator, the Alpha and Omega. And I'm in love with whatever great soul first wrote this magnificent poem, Veda-Vyasa. And I'm so grateful that I listened to The Great Minds of Eastern Philosophy and was introduced to this marvelous work of art. Now I understand why so many great thinkers have been attracted to this text. I keep a hard copy on my nightstand and know I will be reading and re-reading it often as yet another directional guide on my path. ✨💓

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A gift for living from the heart!

There are no words to describe the most powerful impact, that these most sacred words has impacted the heart of my soul!

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Very comprehensive translation of the Bhagava Gita

A very comprehensive translation of the Bhagava Gita, truly will enjoy reading (listening) to it again and again. Narrator was relaxing to listen to and clear in his speech. thank you, Steven Mitchell.

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The Eternal wisdom of the Hindu culture!!

Coming directly from the Lord of the Universe Krishna himself "The Atma Gyaana" - The science of the Soul. The natural state of being for all humanity free from conditioning, belief and faith. This is the purest understanding of any centered Person.

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Fabulous!

Best interpretation thus far. I’ve read two others multiple times This one is the best

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great review of the Gita

helpful to listen to the many iterations I enjoyed this book and others like it

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  • 02-26-21

Best translation I have come across

This is a wonderful translation of the Bhagavad Gita and my new favourite. Also beautifully read by the translator. I bought the hard copy so that I can re-read it regularly - I find it amazing how much this text rewards repeated readings. Thank you Stephen Mitchell for this great gift!

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  • Hemanshu Kamdar
  • 09-17-23

Must listen!!!

If you want to boost wisdom in your life this is the book
I would recommend understanding the meaning and applying it in real life. You will see the difference.

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  • Ellenit Hernandez
  • 04-08-20

Enlightening

Wonderful understandable translation by Stephen Mitchel. I could listen to his voice all day long.

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  • David Kinsella
  • 12-21-19

Full of Wisdom

I bought this after having fallen totally in L ve with his translation and performance of the Tao Te Ching. it is my favourite book of all time and I think I've listened to it at least ten time so far.

The Bhagavad Gita is not quite as powerful as the Tao Te Ching, maybe it's just my preference for non fiction showing, but it is full of insight nevertheless.

I'd never actually read the Bhagavad Gita before so I'm glad I did and I'm glad it was Mitchell's translation and narration. Stephen Mitchell is a wonderful translator and narrator and Id read anything written or spoken by him.

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  • Echo
  • 09-03-19

Beautiful translation, soothing voice.

I could listen to this again and again (and will do). The recording does sound ever so slightly muffled, but it's narrated in a clear and soothing voice so it didn't interfere with my enjoyment of it one bit. I look forward to listening to his translation of the Tao Te Ching.

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  • JOSEPHINE
  • 02-24-20

beautifully narrated - sweet direct heart centred

beautifully narrated - sweet direct heart centred lessons for a steadfastly peaceful life guided by Devine and infunate love

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  • Joanne Hamblyn
  • 01-08-20

Hands Down The Best Book I have Ever Had The Pleasure Of Listening To!

Nothing else to add.. THE BEST BOOK EVER! Changed my life. So grateful, thank you 🙏🏼

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  • Luke
  • 03-26-22

Very good translation.

If this book has entered your awareness, then this translation is a welcoming place to start the journey.

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