Thursday, July 18, 2002

Book Review: Bhaj Govindam by Adi Shankaracharya


‘Charpat Panjarika Stotram’ by Adi Shankara
Bhaja Govindam
Translation and analysis by B. Neelakar, B.P. Shashank Kalyan
Hindoology Books
ISBN 978-81-223-1074-0

Ancient Hindu texts like the Vedas deal with immense depths of philosophy and contain truths which are relevant for time immemorial. Because of difficult language it may not be possible for all to read and learn those evolved texts. Therefore it is very important that gist of those remarkable texts are presented for the younger generation in the simplest ways possible. Through this book which contains at least twelve shlokas from Adi Shankaracharya and many others from his disciples, one can get a good overview of the richest Hindu philosophies. The language of translation is clear and of very high quality. Each shloka contains immense wisdom and encourage us to seek the true purpose of our life.

I recommend this book highly to one and all.

- [Rahul Tiwary]

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