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Bhagavad Gita

by Vyasa

An ancient Hindu scripture, part of the epic Mahabharata, structured as a dialogue between Prince Arjuna and the god Krishna on a battlefield. It addresses the nature of duty, righteousness, and the paths to spiritual liberation.

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Mentioned 51× on The Joe Rogan Experience across 51 episodes, most recently on Aug 15, 2025.

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