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Wisdom In Bhagavad Gita

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Literature with its genuiness has ever been the source of imparting wisdom to humanity for centuries in the history of mankind. Wisdom is categorized one among the Cardinal Virtues by Plato in his The Rebublic. “Wisdom which gives direction to the moral life and is the rational, intellectual base for any system of ethics. Wisdom is part natural and part acquired combining knowledge and narrative abilities; it largely comes from maturing of life experience, from contemplation, reading, conversing and study.” (Qtd. in Ahuja 5) Wisdom shows the right direction in our life. It is the source of serene life. Thus it becomes imperative to acquire it. In English Literature The Bible is venerated not only for its literary qualities but also for …show more content…

It’s priceless teachings quench the thirst of all souls seeking to become divine. From the original text in Sanskrit Gita has been translated into English by many eminent writers. Thirty songs have been dedicated to wisdom in Bhagavad Gita. God is universal so also the virtue of wisdom. God is the source of all wisdom. He is the Origin of all immeasurable values endowed with in wisdom. Human beings as seekers of wisdom strive to obtain it with the blessings of God. The Bible and The Bhagavad Gita contribute a lot in enriching oneself with …show more content…

He is the creator of the Universe. His presence permeates all parts of creation. Every creature speaks of Lord Krishna’s power of wisdom. The universe is filled with life. And Krishna is the Source o all life. “My Prakriti is eightfold: They are the earth, water, fire, wind, Ether, mind, intellect and egoism” (Srimad Bhagavad Gita 331) The eight fold concept of Lord Krishna is also witnessed in The Bible. “Ages ago I was set up At the first, before the Beginning of the earth When there were no depths I was brought forth When there were no springs abounding with water. Proverbs (8:23-24) Thus The Bible and The Bhagavad Gita proclaim the source, greatness and the value of wisdom who is God Himself. Wisdom proceeds from God. People strive for their real identity in the light of their Creator. Human soul is ever longing to merge with the supreme soul. Wisdom alone can lead a human being into the ultimate aim of becoming

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