The Bhagavad-gita, A New Translation →

: Krishna explains that fulfilling one's unique role in life with courage and integrity is vital for spiritual growth. The Three Paths to Liberation : Jnana Yoga : The path of knowledge and self-realization. Bhakti Yoga : The path of devotion and love for the Divine. Karma Yoga : The path of selfless action.

According to various study guides and translations, the Gita focuses on five main subject matters: Ishvara (the Supreme Lord), Jiva (the living entity), Prakruti (material nature), Kala (eternal time), and Karma (action). The Bhagavad-Gita, A New Translation

: Arjuna's crisis is a clash between his dharma (duty) as a warrior and his personal attachments and moral aversion to violence against family. : Krishna explains that fulfilling one's unique role

: Lord Krishna serves as Arjuna's charioteer and spiritual guide, using the crisis to teach him the paths to spiritual liberation ( moksha ). Key Themes and Teachings Karma Yoga : The path of selfless action