The Bhagavadgita In The Nationalist Discourse
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The Bhagavadgita In The Nationalist Discourse
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Author : Nagappa Gowda K.
language : en
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Release Date : 2011-05-30
The Bhagavadgita In The Nationalist Discourse written by Nagappa Gowda K. and has been published by Oxford University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011-05-30 with Philosophy categories.
The Bhagavadgita has lent itself to several readings to defend or contest various views on life, morality, and metaphysics. This book explores the the role of the Bhagavadgita in the formation of nationalist discourse. It examines the ways in which the Gita became the central terrain of nationalist contestation, and the diverse ethico-moral mappings of the Indian nation. Focusing on Bankimchandra Chatterjee, Balgangadhar Tilak, Swami Vivekananda, Aurobindo Ghose, Mahatma Gandhi, Vinoba Bhave, and B.R. Ambedkar as the representatives of different strands of nationalist discourse, this volume probes their reflections on the Gita. The author also discusses with issues such as the relation between the nation and the masses, renunciation and engagement with the world, the ideas of equality, freedom, and common good, in the context of a nationalist discourse. He argues that the commentaries on this 'timeless' text opened up several possible understandings without necessarily eliminating one another.
The Bhagavadgita In The Nationalist Discourse
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Author : K. Nagappa Gowda
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2011
The Bhagavadgita In The Nationalist Discourse written by K. Nagappa Gowda and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011 with Bhagavadgåitåa categories.
This title examines the role of the Bhagavadgita in the formation of nationalist thought and analyses how the text was deployed as the central terrain of nationalist contestation and in the diverse ethico-moral mappings of the nation.
The Political Theory Of The Bhagavad Gita
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Author : Stuart Gray
language : en
Publisher: Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG
Release Date : 2025-03-17
The Political Theory Of The Bhagavad Gita written by Stuart Gray and has been published by Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2025-03-17 with Political Science categories.
This book provides the first systematic analysis and interpretation of the Bhagavad-Gita as a work of political theory. Exploring its narrative and characters comprehensively in its own textual and historical context, with a close reading of the original Sanskrit, this volume fills a crucial gap by enriching the study of this ancient religious and philosophical work. Key themes include monarchy, rule, pluralism, and power. Additionally, by examining its influence on Mohandas Gandhi, Narendra Modi, Hindu nationalism, and contemporary Indian democracy, it offers timely insights into the enduring impact of the Gita’s ideas on political ideologies, movements, and rhetoric today.
The Bhagavad Gita
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Author : Richard H. Davis
language : en
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Release Date : 2014-10-26
The Bhagavad Gita written by Richard H. Davis and has been published by Princeton University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-10-26 with Religion categories.
The life and times of India's most famous spiritual and literary masterpiece The Bhagavad Gita, perhaps the most famous of all Indian scriptures, is universally regarded as one of the world's spiritual and literary masterpieces. Richard Davis tells the story of this venerable and enduring book, from its origins in ancient India to its reception today as a spiritual classic that has been translated into more than seventy-five languages. The Gita opens on the eve of a mighty battle, when the warrior Arjuna is overwhelmed by despair and refuses to fight. He turns to his charioteer, Krishna, who counsels him on why he must. In the dialogue that follows, Arjuna comes to realize that the true battle is for his own soul. Davis highlights the place of this legendary dialogue in classical Indian culture, and then examines how it has lived on in diverse settings and contexts. He looks at the medieval devotional traditions surrounding the divine character of Krishna and traces how the Gita traveled from India to the West, where it found admirers in such figures as Ralph Waldo Emerson, Henry David Thoreau, J. Robert Oppenheimer, and Aldous Huxley. Davis explores how Indian nationalists like Mahatma Gandhi and Swami Vivekananda used the Gita in their fight against colonial rule, and how contemporary interpreters reanimate and perform this classical work for audiences today. An essential biography of a timeless masterpiece, this book is an ideal introduction to the Gita and its insights into the struggle for self-mastery that we all must wage.
Shyamji Krishnavarma
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Author : Harald Fischer-Tine
language : en
Publisher: Routledge
Release Date : 2015-10-15
Shyamji Krishnavarma written by Harald Fischer-Tine and has been published by Routledge this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-10-15 with History categories.
This book is the first critical biography on Shyamji Krishnavarma — scholar, journalist and national revolutionary who lived in exile outside India from 1897 to 1930. His ideas were crucial in the creation of an extremist wing of anti-imperial nationalism. The work delves into a fascinating range of issues such as colonialism and knowledge, political violence, cosmopolitanism, and diaspora. Lucidly written, and with an insightful analysis of Krishnavarma’s life and times, this will greatly interest scholars and researchers of modern Indian history, politics, the nationalist movement, as well as the informed lay reader.
Indian Liberalism Between Nation And Empire
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Author : Elena Valdameri
language : en
Publisher: Routledge
Release Date : 2022-03-10
Indian Liberalism Between Nation And Empire written by Elena Valdameri and has been published by Routledge this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2022-03-10 with History categories.
This book analyses the political thought and practice of Gopal Krishna Gokhale (1866–1915), preeminent liberal leader of the Indian National Congress who was able to give a ‘global voice’ to the Indian cause. Using liberalism, nationalism, cosmopolitanism and citizenship as the four main thematic foci, the book illuminates the entanglement of Gopal Krishna Gokhale’s political ideas and action with broader social, political and cultural developments within and beyond the Indian national frame. The author analyses Gokhale’s thinking on a range of issues such as nationhood, education, citizenship, modernity, caste, social service, cosmopolitanism and the ‘women’s question,’ which historians have either overlooked or inserted in a rigid nation-bounded historical narrative. The book provides new enriching dimensions to the understanding of Gokhale, whose ideas remain relevant in contemporary India. A new biography of Gokhale that brings into consideration current questions within historiographical debates, this book is a timely and welcome addition to the fields of intellectual history, the history of political thought, Colonial history and Indian and South Asian history.
Protest And Dissent
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Author : Melissa Schwartzberg
language : en
Publisher: NYU Press
Release Date : 2020-03-03
Protest And Dissent written by Melissa Schwartzberg and has been published by NYU Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-03-03 with Law categories.
Essays on the justification, strategy, and limits of mass protests and political dissent In Protest and Dissent, the latest installment of the NOMOS series, distinguished scholars from the fields of political science, law, and philosophy provide a fresh, interdisciplinary perspective on the potential—and limits—of mass protest and disobedience in today’s age. Featuring ten timely essays, the contributors address a number of contemporary movements, from Black Lives Matter and the Women’s March, to Occupy Wall Street and Standing Rock. Ultimately, this volume challenges us to re-imagine the boundaries between civil and uncivil disagreement, political reform and radical transformation, and democratic ends and means. Protest and Dissent offers thought-provoking insights into a new era of political resistance.
From The Bhagavad Gita To The Ballot Box Applying Krishna S Teachings To Politics
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Author : Arindam Bhattacharya
language : en
Publisher: Opus Publica
Release Date : 2024-12-09
From The Bhagavad Gita To The Ballot Box Applying Krishna S Teachings To Politics written by Arindam Bhattacharya and has been published by Opus Publica this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2024-12-09 with Young Adult Nonfiction categories.
In an era marked by political turmoil, ethical dilemmas, and societal divisions, From the Bhagavad Gita to the Ballot Box: Applying Krishna's Teachings to Politics by Arindam Bhattacharya offers a profound and transformative vision for leadership and governance. Drawing inspiration from one of the world's most revered spiritual texts, the Bhagavad Gita, this book transcends cultural and religious boundaries to present timeless wisdom for addressing the pressing challenges of our modern political landscape. Arindam Bhattacharya masterfully bridges ancient philosophy with contemporary political realities, illustrating how Krishna's teachings on duty (dharma), selfless action (karma yoga), and moral courage can guide global leaders, activists, and citizens alike. With over two decades of political experience and a lifetime of introspection, the author unveils actionable insights for fostering ethical leadership, promoting social justice, and creating inclusive governance. Through vivid narratives, real-world examples, and cross-cultural case studies-from Mahatma Gandhi's philosophy of non-violence to global climate accords-this book demonstrates the universal applicability of Krishna's teachings. Bhattacharya examines how these principles can be harnessed to resolve conflicts, address inequalities, and inspire a new generation of leaders to navigate the complexities of power with integrity and compassion. This is not a book about religion. It is a book about humanity, leadership, and the collective responsibility we share for shaping a just and equitable future. Whether you are a global politician, an aspiring leader, a political enthusiast, or a curious reader, From the Bhagavad Gita to the Ballot Box invites you on a journey of self-discovery, ethical transformation, and actionable change. In this compelling narrative, Bhattacharya extends an urgent call to action: to reimagine politics as a force for good, rooted in universal values and driven by a commitment to serve the greater good. With wisdom that speaks to every culture and every era, this book offers a blueprint for navigating the turbulent waters of modern governance with clarity, purpose, and hope. A must-read for anyone who believes in the power of ideas to transform politics-and the world.
Political Imaginaries In Twentieth Century India
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Author : Mrinalini Sinha
language : en
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Release Date : 2022-01-13
Political Imaginaries In Twentieth Century India written by Mrinalini Sinha and has been published by Bloomsbury Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2022-01-13 with History categories.
This volume reconsiders India's 20th century though a specific focus on the concepts, conjunctures and currency of its distinct political imaginaries. Spanning the divide between independence and partition, it highlights recent historical debates that have sought to move away from a nation-centred mode of political history to a broader history of politics that considers the complex contexts within which different political imaginaries emerged in 20th century India. Representing the first attempt to grasp the shifting modes and meanings of the 'political' in India, this book explores forms of mass protest, radical women's politics, civil rights, democracy, national wealth and mobilization against the indentured-labor system, amongst other themes. In linking 'the political' to shifts in historical temporality, Political Imaginaries in 20th century India extends beyond the interdisciplinary arena of South Asian studies to cognate late colonial and post-colonial formations in the twentieth century and contribute to the 'political turn' in scholarship.
First World War And Its Impact On German Lutheran Mission Societies In India
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Author : Murthy Jayabalan
language : en
Publisher: Cuvillier Verlag
Release Date : 2023-08-25
First World War And Its Impact On German Lutheran Mission Societies In India written by Murthy Jayabalan and has been published by Cuvillier Verlag this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-08-25 with categories.
This academic inquiry attempts to explore the state of relations between the German Christian missionaries and the Christian English government before and after World War I in India; the unpleasant consequences on German Missionaries and their families by the unwarranted attack of the German Cruiser SMS Emden on the Madras Presidency, aggravated further by the act of a former soldier in the guise of a missionary. It uncovers the involvement of the German military, Nachrichtenstelle für den Orient (NfO) and the Hindu revolutionaries in causing unrest in India to derail the economy and tarnish the image of the British Government. It exposes the joining forces of diametrically opposite ideologies, the German Christian Government, German Christian missionary in NfO and the Indian Hindu revolutionaries, on a common platform. Likewise, it uncovers the manipulation of the selfsame Scripture by the doctrinally similar Christian denominations to whip up their clashing nationalistic passions. Further, this research narrates the bitter experiences of separated missionary spouses, scattered family members, the plight of children, deportation, gruelling voyages, seasickness, experiences of missionaries as Prisoners of War (POW), etc. The following three methods were combined for this research: a World War I historiographical approach coupled with a collective biographical approach and an entanglement approach. I used archived and published English, German, and Tamil sources. The main archives were the Political Archives of the Foreign Office (PAAA) in Berlin, the archives of the Franckeshe Foundations in Halle, the Mission Society in Leipzig, the British Library in London, and the United Theological College Bangalore, the Gurukul Lutheran Theological College, Chennai and Avanakappakam (National Archives), Chennai, the materials in the Political Foreign Office (PAAA) in Berlin concerning the correspondence between the Intelligence Service for the Orient and the Indian revolutionaries; the archive of the Franckeshe Foundation in Halle contained in the two-volumes in one file from the Indian Mission during the war (1914 -1916) and The Leibniz Centre for Modern Orient archives Berlin.