At the International Gita Mahotsav, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar stated that the Gita transcends religious boundaries and offers guidance to all humanity. He described it as a universal source of life management, patience, and spiritual strength.
New Delhi: At the International Gita Mahotsav, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar said that the Srimad Bhagavad Gita transcends religious boundaries and provides universal guidance for spiritual living, inner strength, and spiritual clarity. According to him, the teachings of the Gita are not confined to any one religion but serve as a guide for all humanity.
International Gita Mahotsav Underway in Kurukshetra
The International Gita Mahotsav is being held in Kurukshetra from November 15 and will conclude on December 5. The objective of this three-week event is to globally share the wisdom, spirituality, and Indian philosophy of the Gita. Scholars, saints, policymakers, and spiritual guides from across the country are participating in the festival.
Source of Profound Spiritual Guidance
In his message, External Affairs Minister Jaishankar stated that the teachings of the Gita have influenced people's lives for generations and continue to provide wisdom and guidance in a changing world. He said that this sacred text offers balance, patience, self-confidence, and spiritual clarity amidst life's struggles. According to him, the Gita is not a scripture with limited teachings for any specific country, religion, or society, but rather a timeless guide for human life.
Message Broadcast at the 10th International Gita Conference
Jaishankar's message was broadcast when Defence Minister Rajnath Singh inaugurated the 10th International Gita Conference. This conference is an important part of the International Gita Mahotsav. Discussions were held on the chapters of the Gita, its philosophical perspective, and its utility in modern times.
Participation of Dignitaries in Joint Event
This event was jointly organized by Kurukshetra University, the Ministry of External Affairs of the Government of India, and the Kurukshetra Development Board. The program was attended by several spiritual leaders, scholars, cabinet ministers of the Haryana government, MP Naveen Jindal, and Gita expert Swami Gyananand Maharaj. All emphasized the need to understand the message of the Gita in a modern context and to disseminate it globally.
Confluence of Knowledge, Faith, and Dialogue
During the festival, various chapters of the Gita were discussed. Participants stated that the Gita is not merely a religious text but a guide for life management, ethics, and spirituality. The organizers stated that the objective of this festival is to convey that the teachings of the Gita are not limited to any particular caste, creed, or region, but are a shared heritage of all humanity.
Source of Inspiration for the Youth Generation
It was also discussed at the event that the teachings of the Gita are extremely relevant for today's youth generation. In changing times, the Gita's message of patience, action, and self-knowledge provides great assistance on topics such as career, lifestyle, and mental stress. The organizers stated that this festival is an effort to connect youth with the true essence of the Gita so that they can move forward in their lives with balance and positive thinking.
