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In this book published by Advaita Ashrama (Publication House of Ramakrishna Math, Belur Math, India), the author closely follows Sri Ramanujas commentary on the Gita with singular conviction and remarkable ability. He gives the connection from verse to verse and chapter to chapter and brings out all this in a conspicuous manner. He presents clearly and concretely the comprehensive ideal of the Gita with insight and authority. This book is a distinct contribution to the Gita literature. ABOUT THE AUTHOR Prof. S. S. Raghavachar was born in 1911 in Melkote, in the family of the fourth Sthanikam (Yatirajadasa), tracing his lineage to direct disciples of Sri Ramanujacharya in 10/11th century CE. After studies in the local veda pathashala, he went to Mysore University, completing in 1938 his M.A. in Philosophy with first rank and gold medals. He was already renowned as a debater, and had been elected the Vice President of the University Students Union. In 1939, he presented a paper on the Buddha in Mysore Maharajas College Philosophical Association. This paper attracted appreciation from well-known Buddhist scholars like Dr. Kalidas Nag of Calcutta, and was published in a reputed journal. This paper has been quoted by Dr.B.R. Ambedkar in his book, The Buddha and his Dhamma. Prof. Raghavachar held several teaching positions in Mysore University, becoming, in 1966, the Head of the Department of Post-graduate Studies and Research in Philosophy at Manasa Gangotri, Mysore. He held this position for many years. His several books on Vedanta and Indian Philosophy, covering major works of different schools, are hailed as reference books. His books on Vishishtadvaita and Dvaita won three Golden Jubilee Awards of Mysore University in 1970s. Even afterwards, he continued to be a much sought-after speaker and research guide in several universities (Madras, Annamalai, Venkateshwara, Benares, Patiala, etc.) Prof. Raghavachar owed much to the Ramakrishna Mission from his school days. Almost all his books have been published by Ramakrishna Math and many of his books have gone into reprints. His books on Ramanujas philosophy have found appreciation from scholars 1. Introduction to Vedartha Sangraha, and a translation of Vedartha Sangraha . 2. Sri Ramanuja on the Gita. 3. Sri Ramanuja on the Upanishads. 4. The Philosophy of the Brahma Sutra and the significance of Sri Bhashya. Prof. Raghavachar passed away in 1993. Prof. S. S. Raghavachar closely follows Sri Ramanuja's commentary on the Gita. He gives the connection from verse to verse and chapter to chapter. The author presents clearly and concretely the comprehensive ideal of the Gita with insight, vision and authority. This is a distinct contribution to the Gita literature.