The Song Celestial or Bhagavad-Gita (eBook)
173 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654740014-1 (EAN)
Sir Edwin Arnold, as a poet and journalist, was deeply enamored with Asian cultures and religions. Influenced by a time when British India opened up a trove of Eastern literature to the West, Arnold's engagement with the Bhagavad Gita is both a product of scholarly pursuit and a deeply personal endeavor. His mastery of language and his empathetic approach to the source material make his translation an act of reverence and an attempt to share the beauty he perceived in Hindu philosophy with his contemporaries. Arnold's legacy is particularly marked by his efforts to popularize Buddhism and other Eastern philosophies through his writings, including the seminal 'The Light of Asia'.
'The Song Celestial or Bhagavad-Gita' by Edwin Arnold is recommended for readers interested in philosophical literature, South Asian studies, and the cultural exchange between the East and the West. Arnold's translation provides a window into the poetic and spiritual grandeur of the Gita, with captivating language that respects the depth of its source while opening its teachings to new audiences. It is an exquisite literary work that serves as both a scholarly reference and a source of timeless wisdom for those on their spiritual journey or those who appreciate the cross-pollination of cultural narratives.
Sir Edwin Arnold (1832–1904) was an English poet and journalist, renowned for his contribution to the dissemination of Eastern philosophy and religious thought to Western audiences. Educated at King's College, London, and University College, Oxford, Arnold developed an affinity for Asian literature and culture, which would heavily influence his literary output. His role as a propagandist for the British Empire was multifaceted; apart from being a poetry writer, he was also known for his work with 'The Daily Telegraph'. A key figure in the popularisation of Indian scripture, Arnold's translation of the Hindu classic 'Bhagavad-Gita', titled 'The Song Celestial or Bhagavad-Gita' (1885), remains one of his most famous works. Through his translating endeavors, Arnold presented the sacred text in a form of poetic blank verse, enabling Victorian England to engage with the philosophical and spiritual depth of Indian thought. His rendition, while capturing the essence of the original Sanskrit, exhibits Arnold's distinct literary style, which is both lyrical and didactic. This work, along with others like 'The Light of Asia' (1879) about the life and teachings of the Buddha, demonstrates Arnold's role as a cultural intermediary and his contribution to the cross-pollination of East-West literary traditions. His scholarly and poetic approach to translation has left an indelible mark on the interpretation of Eastern philosophical texts in the English-speaking world.
Erscheint lt. Verlag | 13.11.2022 |
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Verlagsort | Prague |
Sprache | englisch |
Themenwelt | Literatur ► Lyrik / Dramatik ► Lyrik / Gedichte |
Schlagworte | 332-30 B.C. • A New Earth • Bhagavad Gita commentary • Carl Jung • Dalai Lama • David Tuffley • dharma and spirituality • Eastern religious classics • Eckhart Tolle • Edwin Arnold translations • Egypt • English literature • Fiction • Geshe Kelsang Gyatso • herman hesse • Hindu philosophy books • Hindu sacred texts • History • Indian epic poetry • Kahlil Gibran • Mahabharata verses • Ralph Waldo Emerson • spiritual poetry • The Power of Now • yoga philosophy literature |
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