some reviews of Srila Prabhupada's books (3)

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No work in all Indian literature is more quoted. Because none is better

loved in the West than the Bhagavad-gita. Translation of such work demands

not only knowledge of Sanskrit but an inward sympathy with the theme and a

verbal artistry. But the poem is a symphony in which God is seen in all

things. His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada is, of course,

profoundly sympathetic to the theme. He brings to it a special

interpretative insight. Here we have a powerful and persuasive presentation

in the bhakti tradition of this dearly beloved poem. The Swami's

introduction makes clear at once where he stands as a leading exponent of

Krsna consciousness.

 

It is an exhaustive plan of original Sanskrit text in Devanagari, then a

translation, English synonym... What practitioner of philosophy cannot but

be attracted to this serious student and scholar of Sanskrit language and

Hindu religion and philosophy? The viewpoint of a devotee cum scholar has

the advantage of making the philosophy meaningful to any practical-minded

person.

 

It is a work to be treasured. The opportunity to receive the profound

teachings of the Srimad-Bhagavatam in the West has been made possible by the

devoted labor of Srila Prabhupada. The clarity and precision of his

commentaries on the text have rarely been equaled. No one of whatever faith

or philosophical persuasion who reads this book with an open mind can fail

to be both moved and impressed. The spirit of its message shines brightly

from the pages.

 

>>> Ref. VedaBase => Morning Walk -- March 13, 1976, Mayapur