What is Bhagavad Gita

Bhagavad Gita, popularly known as Gita (mean “Song of God” in Sanskrit) is a scripture in Hinduism. It is part of the epic Mahabharata, and is considered a central text within the religion. 

It is presented as a dialogue between the warrior prince Arjuna and the divine charioteer Krishna, the Gita delves into philosophical and religious concepts like:

• Dharma: Fulfilling one’s righteous duty.
• Karma: The law of cause and effect.
• Bhakti: Devotion to the Divine.
• Moksha: Liberation from the cycle of rebirth.

How old is Bhagavad Gita

The Bhagavad Gita is estimated to be approximately 2,500 to 5,000 years old.

Well, it is difficult to tell the exact age of the Bhagavad Gita due to the lack of definitive historical evidence.

However, it is generally agreed that the Gita was written between the 5th and 2nd centuries BCE.

Who is the author of Bhagavad Gita

In Hindu tradition, the sage Vyasa, also known as Krishna Dvaipayana Vyasa, is credited as the author of the entire Mahabharata, which includes the Bhagavad Gita.

However, the modern scholars view authorship differently: 

Vyasa might be considered a symbolic or mythical figure rather than a historical individual.

The Bhagavad Gita might have been composed over time by various authors and redacted into its current form by later compilers.

How many shlokas in Gita

The Bhagavad Gita consists of 700 shlokas (verses). These verses are further divided into 18 chapters, each exploring various philosophical and religious concepts.