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Bhagavad-Gita

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Definition: The Bhagavad-Gita is an episode of the epic Sanskrit poem Mahabharata. In form, it is a dialogue between Krishna and Arjuna. It is used to understand Hindu philosophy and to guide oneself in daily life. The Bhagavad-Gita is called one of the Five Jewels or pancharatnani of Devanagiri or Sanskrit literature.

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