PM Modi unveils the world’s largest Bhagavad Gita at ISKCON Temple

Published By : Admin | February 26, 2019 | 17:03 IST
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The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, attended the Gita Aradhana Mahotsav at ISKCON-Glory of India Cultural Centre, New Delhi, today.

He unveiled a unique Bhagwad Gita, prepared by ISKCON devotees. It measures over 2.8 meters and weighs over 800 kg.

Addressing the gathering, the Prime Minister said that it is indeed a special occasion to unveil this magnificent Bhagwad Gita. He said this unique book will become a symbol of India’s knowledge, to the world.

The Prime Minister recalled that Lokmanya Tilak had written the “Gita Rahasya,” while in jail, in which he explained in a simple way, Lord Krishna’s message of Nishkam Karma. He also mentioned that Mahatma Gandhi wrote “Bhagwad Gita according to Gandhi.” He added that a copy of this book was given by him to the former US President, Barack Obama.

 The Prime Minister appreciated the efforts of Srila Bhaktivedanta Prabhupadaji, in raising global awareness about this epic.

The Prime Minister said that the Bhagwad Gita can always be our guide when we face a dilemma in life. Recalling a famous verse from the Gita, he said that the divine force is always with us, as we fight against the enemies of humanity. He said the Gita inspires one, to service of the people, and the nation.

The Prime Minister said that Indian values and culture offer solutions to many problems being faced by humanity. In this context, he also mentioned Yoga and Ayurveda. 

 

 

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The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, said that affectionate respect and acceptance make an individual feel valued, proud and satisfied. He noted that such recognition not only enhances self-confidence but also infuses a person with renewed energy and enthusiasm.

The Prime Minister shared a Sanskrit Subhashitam-

“त्वत्सम्भावितमात्मानं बहु मन्यामहे वयम्‌ ।

प्रायः प्रत्ययमाधत्ते स्वगुणेषूत्तमादरः।। ”

The Subhashitam conveys that we feel extremely proud and blessed to be accepted with respect by any person, because it is absolutely true that respect given by great men strongly awakens self-confidence in a person about his own qualities.

The Prime Minister wrote on X;

“स्नेहपूर्ण सम्मान और स्वीकार्यता व्यक्ति को गर्व और संतोष का अनुभव कराती है। इससे जहां आत्मविश्वास बढ़ता है, वहीं एक नई ऊर्जा और उत्साह का भी संचार होता है।

त्वत्सम्भावितमात्मानं बहु मन्यामहे वयम्‌ ।

प्रायः प्रत्ययमाधत्ते स्वगुणेषूत्तमादरः।।”