Editorial Guidelines

At Nitya, we approach the Bhagavad Gita with reverence, scholarly rigor, and a commitment to making its wisdom accessible to modern readers. These editorial guidelines ensure consistency and quality across all our content.

Our Sanskrit verses adhere to the following standards:

• Source: We use the critical edition of the Bhagavad Gita as preserved in the Mahabharata, cross-referenced with the Gita Press (Gorakhpur) edition
• Transliteration: IAST (International Alphabet of Sanskrit Transliteration) standard for accurate pronunciation guidance
• Verification: All verses are verified against multiple authoritative sources before publication

Our translations balance literal accuracy with readability:

• Primary sources: We reference translations by recognized scholars including S. Radhakrishnan, Swami Sivananda, Swami Prabhupada, and Sir Edwin Arnold
• Cross-reference: Each translation is compared across multiple sources to ensure accuracy of meaning
• Clarity: We prioritize clear, accessible language while preserving the original meaning and spiritual essence
• Context: Translations include consideration of the verse's context within the chapter and overall Gita narrative

Our explanations and modern applications follow these principles:

• Traditional foundation: All explanations are grounded in classical commentaries (bhashyas) from major Vedantic traditions
• Scholarly support: Claims about meaning or application are supported by traditional or academic sources
• Practical relevance: Modern applications connect ancient wisdom to contemporary life without distorting the original teaching
• Inclusive approach: We present the Gita's universal wisdom without sectarian bias, acknowledging diverse interpretive traditions

All content undergoes a multi-step review process:

1. Research: Initial content is developed from primary sources and classical commentaries
2. Accuracy check: Sanskrit text and translations are verified against authoritative editions
3. Scholarly review: Explanations are reviewed for alignment with traditional interpretations
4. Accessibility review: Content is evaluated for clarity and accessibility to modern readers
5. Final approval: Content is approved before publication

We are committed to accuracy and welcome corrections from our community:

• Factual errors are corrected promptly upon verification
• Significant corrections are noted with update dates
• Readers can report errors via corrections@nityagita.com

To maintain integrity, we do not:

• Present personal opinions as established teachings
• Modify Sanskrit verses or their established meanings
• Favor one sampradaya (tradition) over others without disclosure
• Make unsupported claims about verse meanings
• Use the text for political or sectarian purposes

We gratefully acknowledge the generations of scholars, teachers, and practitioners who have preserved and transmitted the Bhagavad Gita's wisdom. Our work builds upon their dedicated service.

Special thanks to Gita Press (Gorakhpur) for their invaluable work in making authentic Hindu scriptures accessible worldwide.