29 Nov 2013|Noida | Amity University Campus, Sector-125 Noida
Dr. Karan Singh- Member of Parliament, Dr. Rajeev Shukla, Minister of State for Parliamentary Affairs & Planning launches the book “Art of Life: Timeless Wisdom from the Gita” at Amity University
Art of Life: Timeless wisdom from The Gita’, is a painstaking effort to easily understand and convey the true message of The Bhagwad Gita, keeping in view the propensities and cultural inclinations of the common man as is relevant in the contemporary world. The book ‘Art of Life’: Timeless wisdom from the Gita was unveiled by the chief guest Dr. Karan Singh - the Honorable member of India's Upper House of Parliament, the Rajya Sabha & President ICCR along with Dr. Rajeev Shukla, Minister of State for Parliamentary Affairs and Planning, Government of India, Dr. Ashok K. Chauhan, Founder - President–Amity Chain of Universities and author J S Mishra, a civil engineer from IIT Roorkee and an Indian Administrative service officer today at F-2 Auditorium, Amity University Campus, Sector 125, Noida.
The chief guest at the occasion, Hon’ble M.P (Rajya Sabha) & President ICCR, Dr. Karan Singh stated “I am very delighted to be a part of this involvement, the key attraction of the Gita is that it provides a clear road map to a meaningful life. It is the most effective lighthouse to provide guidance to resolve inner conflicts. I personally believe Gita is one of the most renowned scriptures in the world, being available in almost all the languages of the world. Gita alone should be sung, heard, recited, studied, taught, pondered & assimilated properly and well. We all must promote the spiritual belongingness and participate in the countless blessings of Gita”. Dr Singh said that Gita makes us fearless. Gita is important because:
1 It is based on struggle of life
2 Importance of Guru is outlined in religious scriptures but in Gita God is himself is Guru that is why Gita touches us
3 Different and deep relationship between Arjuna and Krishna like Father Son relationship, Friends & Friends relationship and beloved relationship
4 Gita transcends culture, nature, countries and religion.
He intrepreted the message of Gita as :
1 What is to be done in every profession
2 Interpretation of all Yogas
3 Gita gives assurance. Without man, God cannot do his work
4 Complete surrender and dedication
On Unveiling the book, Author J.S Mishra opined “In today’s world of cut throat competition with growing stress and diminishing communication, when people from all sections of society strive to prove themselves in their respective work areas they seek solace in words of wisdom. So ‘Art of Life’, with meticulous analysis of select shlokas, attempts to relieve to the miseries of modern men with modern problems.”
He further added, in particular this book “Art of Life: Timeless Wisdom from the Gita” is an effort to transmit the vast discourse of Gita in a concise form to the reader in simple words. With this book a reader can easily understand the philosophy & ethos of Gita.
Dr. Rajeev Shukla, Minister of State for Parliamentary Affairs and Planning, Government of India said that it is not easy to write a book based on Gita. Every time new inspiration construed, its interpretation is difficult. Mahatma Gandhi, Vinoba Bhave wrote about Gita and applied it to the present context. Gita is about mindset and how one should behave. What ever is be performed should without attachment and jealousy.
Sharing his views during the occasion, Dr. Ashok K Chauhan- Founder President, Amity Group commended the brilliant work of Dr. J S Mishra. Dr. Chauhan stressed that in today’s globalised economy, India stands a bright chance to lead the globe owing to its rich traditions, culture and heritage. Indian roots are firmly grounded in Spiritualism and this is what makes Indians and India stand apart. It is very important for today’s generation to connect with our religious scriptures since Scriptures are the repositories of Universal truth ie. God is the wire-puller and driver of this universe. Therefore, it is important to make Scriptures easy to read and simple to comprehend so that present generation could enrich their life with teachings and wisdoms propounded in them. He expressed that the book by Dr. J C Mishra would kindle the interest of many readers in our ancient Scriptures and would make them realize the importance of age old wisdom applicable even today in all walks of life.
Prof. Abhishesk Mishra, Minister of State to Hon'ble Chief Minister and Science and Technology, Uttar Pradesh, Mr. Fakir Chand Nagar, Zila Prabhari – Gautam Budha Nagar – Samajwadi Party and
prominent ministers and bureaucrats from Uttar Pradesh Government & Government of India, business houses, professors, intelligentsia of NCR and other regions were present during the occasion.. More than 500 renowned people gathered at the occasion. Art of Life book has been published by Rupa Publications. The mix of carefully selected one hundred and twenty-five shlokas throws light on the sacred words spoken by Lord Krishna and attempts to relate their essence with the life of the modern man. Art of Life – Timeless Wisdom from the Gita’ is intended for such people who find it difficult to study the original text and its commentaries. Study of these 125 shlokas will give a very good grasp of the Bhagwad-Gita.