Bhagavad-gītā: Its Philosophy and Interpretation

Abstract

The article “Bhagavad-gītā: Its Philosophy and Interpretation” by Arvind Sharma explores the Bhagavad-gītā’s interpretative traditions within Hindu thought, tracing its philosophical and devotional exegesis from classical commentators like Śaṅkara to modern devotional movements. Sharma critiques the notion that the Gītā rose to prominence only in modern times, arguing instead for its sustained relevance through centuries, including in regional devotional literatures and Hindu-Muslim intellectual dialogues. The article provides a rich historical backdrop, challenging the perception of the Gītā’s modern “revival” as a colonial or reformist construct.