Preface to Bhagavadgītā-rahasya / Translation from English, Introductory Article and Commentaries by D. Burba

Bhagavadgītā-rahasya is the large book by Bal Gangadhar Tilak, who known as a scholar, philosopher, and ardent nationalist. Tilak was first leader of Indian independence movement. He also conferred with title “Lokmanya”, which means “accepted people their leader”. Mahatma Gandhi called him “The Maker Modern India”. The Tilak’s Secret Bhagavadgita”. Bhagavadgita for its part most famous Hinduism scriptures. It combines metaphysics Samkhya school, monism Upanishads, theism cult god Krishna. There are three main orientations interpretation among Hindus Neo-Hindus. Adherents monistic views usually promote Jñāna Yoga, or realization illusiveness material world. Theists preach supremacy Bhakti, serving God love devotion. Proponents yoga techniques emphasize need breathing, physical, mental other exercises. But higher Karma Yoga he understands it selfless service to Motherland ultimately all mankind. says, “In order that action may not bind actor, must be done aim helping His (God’s) purpose, without any attachment coming result. This I hold lesson Gita. there is, yes. Bhakti Who says not? they both subservient preached in Gita”. In introductory article, history writing revealed milestones author’s life path outlined.