Satya Samvaad: Recent Episodes
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Satya Samvaad is, as the name suggests, a talk show that focuses on conversations about foundational truths, which shape our relationships with society, faith, family and fellowship. An attempt to explore real life journeys rooted in Biblical truth with wisdom and creativity.
Bhakti beyond Barriers * 00:00 Introduction * 06:40 Moulds that define us & breaking them * 22:20 God working beyond boundaries today * 34:10 Non-Negotiables in personal faith * 45:30 Sacred texts of other religions and the Bible * 57:34 Worshipping God in cultural moulds * 01:02:32 Concluding Remarks
Bhakti in the midst of Pain and Suffering * 00:00 Introduction * 06:20 Dealing with loss & suffering * 18:20 Finding strength amidst pain & suffering * 39:26 Responding to the loss and suffering of others * 43:55 Reflecting God in us when dealing with suffering * 48:05 Concluding Remarks
Rites and Rituals * 00:00 Introduction * 05:35 Opening Remarks * 14:20 Being part of Rites & Rituals * 27:00 Rituals in other religions and Christianity * 30:45 Giving up Traditions, Rites and Rituals * 37:43 Dealing with Heritage * 43:13 Impact of refusal to be part of Rites & Rituals * 58:52 Concluding Remarks
Bhajan, Bhojan and Bhakti * 00:00 Introduction * 05:20 Elements of celebrations and shaping of life * 15:10 Last Supper in today’s context of celebrations * 29:11 Engaging with communities * 40:06 Drawing boundaries in engagement * 52:35 Dialoguing within the community and beyond * 01:04:27 Concluding Remarks
Celebrations and Festivities * 00:00 Introduction * 05:25 Celebration of festivals and their meaning * 19:20 Social and spiritual elements * 28:32 History of festivals * 41:50 Traditional festival celebration and Muktinath * 56:05 Christian participation in Indian festivals * 01:03:28 Concluding Remarks
Bhakti & Shalom * 00:00 Introduction * 03:22 Shalom in the context that we live today * 13:18 Shalom as Identity in God; Bhakti as individuals and community * 14:30 God and Shalom; Our Role in reconciliation of brokenness * 24:35 Individual Shalom and Bhakti transferred to family and community * 43:40 Shalom in Forgiveness and War * 50:25 Concluding Remarks
Devotion | Salvation | The World
- 00:31 Introduction
- 06:22 Everyday practice of Bhakti in the Arena
- 17:57 Name of God and the use of language
- 24:42 Roles in passing on family traditions and faith
- 30:07 Participating in expressions of Bhakti like pooja
- 37:54 Methods of practising Bhakti and syncretism
- 50:58 Honouring parents and community
- 58:03 Concluding remarks
Devotion Beyond the Comfort Zone
Chapters:
- 00:00 - Intro
- 03:54 - Your bhakti your arena
- 14:06 - Culture, community and bhakti
- 23:40 - Language of expressing bhakti
- 33:04 - Ethics of living in the arena
- 38:05 - Vocabulary and names of God
- 39:34 - Hierarchies & Discriminations
- 1:00:18 - Final Comments and Learning
Exploring Bhakti (devotional yearning) as expressed in culture, language & Scriptures
00:32 Intro
07:00 Experiences of Bhakti
11:30 Bhakti in Hindu Traditions & the Muktived
14:56 Bhakti in Hinduism & Jainism
19:41 Bhakti in History & Scriptures
35:44 Sociology & Spirituality of Bhakti
42:30 Syncretism & Hybridity
53:33 Conclusion
This inaugural episode explores cultural expressions of worship using symbols. It delves into it from Biblical, theological and personal narratives opening up perspectives that set us free.