Gita For Daily Living: Recent Episodes
Neil Bhatt
Gita for Daily Living is a biweekly podcast that distils the wisdom of the Bhagavad Gita and presents it in a way that is action-able and relevant to daily life
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 12 “Yoga of Devotion” Verses 13,14 & 15
The lecture explores the characteristics of a true devotee of the Supreme Self and identifies the type of devotee who is closer to God.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 12 “Yoga of Devotion” Verses 10,11 & 12
The lecture discusses Karmaphala Tyaga as an alternate method to practice Bhakti Yoga if one cannot give up one’s ego and does not have enough control over one’s mind and intellect to focus single-pointedly on God.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 12 “Yoga of Devotion” Verses 7, 8, & 9
The lecture discusses Krishna’s assurance that he will rescue his devotees from the ocean of ever-changing samsara, fraught with death and distraction. He offers Abhyasa Yoga as an alternative for those who cannot fix their minds on the divine.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 12 “Yoga of Devotion” Verses 4, 5, & 6
The lecture discusses Krishna’s instructions on how to practice Bhakti Yoga with the mind and intellect fixed on the goal and the qualifications required for a seeker to meditate on the unmanifest Brahman. His straightforward advice for those identified with the body is to follow the path of devotion to the Sagun Brahman.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 12 “Yoga of Devotion” Verses 1, 2, & 3
The lecture discusses the nature of supreme devotion and the two types of devotees: one devoted to a manifest form of the Lord, such as Krishna, and the other devoted to the imperishable, un-manifest, all-pervading Brahman.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 11 “Yoga of the Vision of the Universal Form” Verses 53, 54, & 55
The lecture discusses Krishna’s statement that the cosmic form witnessed by Arjuna is not available to even Devas and cannot be experienced through knowledge of Vedas, charity, or austerity. Single-pointed devotion to the Supreme is the only means to achieve the vision of the Supreme self through learning and reflecting on its nature.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 11 “Yoga of the Vision of the Universal Form” Verses 50, 51, & 52
The lecture discusses Arjuna’s request to see Krishna in the form of Vishnu. Instead, Krishna showed him his gentle human form as Vasudeva, son of Vasudev, and why.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 11 “Yoga of the Vision of the Universal Form” Verses 47, 48, & 49
The lecture discusses Krishna’s statement that no one has ever seen the Cosmic Form before Arjuna and that this Cosmic Form is not available to the seekers pursuing traditional religious practices.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 11 “Yoga of the Vision of the Universal Form” Verses 44, 45, & 46
The lecture discusses Arjuna’s mixed feelings of rejoicing and fear while witnessing the cosmic form of the Supreme Being and his admission that he would like to see him in the gentler form of Vishnu, with a crown on his head and a mace and discus in his hands.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 11 “Yoga of the Vision of the Universal Form” Verses 41, 42, & 43
The lecture discusses Arjuna’s remorse for not recognizing Krishna as the Supreme Being and his regrets that he may have mistreated him by addressing him as a friend or as a Yadav, not realizing his greatness.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 11 “Yoga of the Vision of the Universal Form” Verses 37, 38, 39, & 40
The lecture discusses the verses described as the most beautiful Universal Prayer to the Lord of all beings and things. The supreme consciousness that pervades everywhere knows everything and is worthy of knowing by all beings.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 11 “Yoga of the Vision of the Universal Form” Verses 31 through 36
The lecture discusses Arjuna’s reckoning that the supreme self he is witnessing in the cosmic form is the Lord of Lords. Evil runs away in fear when his presence is felt, and the sages praise his glory. Lord Krishna advises Arjuna to become the instrument of the supreme and enjoy the credit as everything is already done by him, whether we take part in it or not.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 11 “Yoga of the Vision of the Universal Form” Verses 28, 29, & 30
The lecture discusses the relationship of death and destruction with birth and creation from a cosmic perspective.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 11 “Yoga of the Vision of the Universal Form” Verses 25,26 & 27
The lecture discusses Arjuna’s vision of the death and destruction of all sons of Dhritarashtra, Bhisma, Drona, Karna, and the warrior chieftains on his own side.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 11 “Yoga of the Vision of the Universal Form” Verses 22,23 & 24
The lecture discusses Arjuna’s vision of all beings entering the mouth of the supreme being. Some are fearful, but the other great souls blissfully praise the Lord with sublime hymns.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 11 “Yoga of the Vision of the Universal Form” Verses 19, 20 and 21
The Lecture discusses Arjuna’s vision of a terrifying and fearsome aspect of the supreme being. He sees that not only he is terrified, but all three worlds are trembling with fear. The devas fear losing their existence, but the sages and perfect beings are fearless and wish well to all beings.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 11 “Yoga of the Vision of the Universal Form” Verses 15, 16 and 17
The lecture discusses Arjuna’s realization that the world of plurality and its cause are both part of the same ultimate reality we call God, Brahman, or Ishvara.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 11 “Yoga of the Vision of the Universal Form” Verses 13, 14 and 15
The lecture discusses Sanjaya’s narration of Arjuna’s vision, his reaction to seeing the entire world in one place, and the beginning of Arjuna’s description of the Universal form.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 11 “Yoga of the Vision of the Universal Form” Verses 9, 10, 11 and 12
The lecture discusses Sanjay’s narration to King Dhrutarastra of the cosmic form that Arjuna saw. Sanjay witnessed the event due to the divine vision given to him by Ved Vyasa.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 11 “Yoga of the Vision of the Universal Form” Verses 5, 6, 7 and 8
The lecture discusses the Divine Vision Given to Arjuna by Lord Krishna, which enabled him to see the Lord's cosmic form, the many in one, without the space or the time separating them.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 11 “Yoga of the Vision of the Universal Form” Verses 1, 2, 3 and 4
The Lecture discusses Arjuna’s request to see Krishna’s Divine Cosmic Form, described as a source of all things and beings in previous chapters so that he can experience the oneness of all things and beings and understand the relationship of a limited self with the supreme self.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 10 “Yoga of the Opulence of the Lord” Verses 39, 40, 41 and 42
The lecture discusses the concluding verses of Vibhuti Yoga, clarifying that these examples are only for the guidance of the seeker and do not limit the nature and presence of the omnipresent self.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 10 “Yoga of the Opulence of the Lord” Verses 36, 37 & 38
The lecture discusses examples that we consider harmful, such as gambling, and unusual examples of himself, Arjuna, and the author of Mahabharata, Ved Vyasa, demonstrating that the negative is as much a part of God’s manifestation as the other divine manifestations and we are all part of his manifestations.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 10 “Yoga of the Opulence of the Lord” Verses 33, 34 & 35
The lecture discusses the Lord’s manifestations as an ever-existing time, the source language as letters and compound words, an ever-existing time, dispenser of fruits of actions, all-devouring death, and finer qualities that are considered feminine, poetic meters, months, and seasons.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 10 "Yoga of the Opulence of the Lord" Verses 30, 31 & 32
The lecture discusses examples of the great devotee Prahalad, the Time, the King of Jungle Lion, and the King of Birds Garuda as the manifestations of all-pervading God. It also outlines why the River Ganges represents the perennial knowledge flowing from teacher to student and Krishna's repeated assertion that he is the cause of this creation, the beginning, middle, and end of everything.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 10 “Yoga of the Opulence of the Lord” Verses 27, 28 & 29
The lecture discusses the concept of churning of the milky ocean and the puranic examples of Great Weapon Vajra; all desires fulfilling Kamdhenu Cow, Lord of desires Kandarpa, Vasuki Snake as well as Uchhaisrava the flying horse and Airavat the four-tusked elephant that came out of the milky ocean during the great churning.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 10 “Yoga of the Opulence of the Lord” Verses 24, 25 & 26
The lecture discusses the glory of the Himalayan Mountain range, the importance of Japa Yoga, and how to use the one-syllable sound symbol of God, “OM,” to meditate on the supreme
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 10 “Yoga of the Opulence of the Lord” Verses 20,21, 22 & 23
The lecture discusses divine glory through various examples given by Lord Krishna, where the presence of the supreme self, the beginning, middle, and end of everything in this world, can be experienced.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 10 “Yoga of the Opulence of the Lord” Verses 17,18 & 19
The lecture discusses the practical difficulties each seeker experiences in conceptualizing the nature of God even after learning the nature of the supreme self. Arjuna articulates this difficulty to Krishna for the benefit of all seekers of the truth.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 10 “Yoga of the Opulence of the Lord” Verses 14,15 & 16
The lecture discusses our faith in the truth that God is the source of all things and beings, but we have practical difficulty realizing it.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 10 “Yoga of the Opulence of the Lord” Verses 11, 12,13
The lecture discusses the nature of the Supreme Self as described by the great rishis, such as Narada, Asita, Davala, and Vyasa, as well as Krishna himself to Arjuna.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 10 “Yoga of the Opulence of the Lord” Verses 7 through 10
The lecture discusses Buddhi Yoga – Understanding of oneness with the infinite self, which can be experienced by worshipping him as the one who is the source of all beings with devotion and how “Satsanga” - the company of other sincere seekers helps in such pursuit.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 10 “Yoga of The Opulence of the Lord” Verses 4,5 and 6
The lecture discusses the various positive qualities of our minds as the expression of the supreme self, which created the world as his mental creation. The negative attributes of the people we see are due to the lack of identification with the supreme self.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 10 “Yoga of Divine Glories” Verses 1,2 and 3
The lecture summarizes the previous chapters and discusses why even the wise and most evolved persons fail to recognize God’s presence even though he is Omnipresent.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 9 “Yoga of Royal Knowledge & Royal Secret” Verses 31,32,33,34
The lecture discusses why one should not get discouraged by any disadvantages or disabilities one encounters in life to achieve the highest goal of life, which is finding permanent happiness and peace.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 9 “Yoga of Royal Knowledge & Royal Secret” Verses 28, 29 and 30
The lecture discusses Krishna’s promise of equal opportunity to all human beings to become one with the Supreme Self, even those who have fallen into a life of sin or are disadvantaged by circumstances. By simply offering all our actions to God, we can free ourselves from all limitations and sorrows, as he is the same to all.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 9 “Yoga of Royal Knowledge & Royal Secret” Verses 25, 26 and 27
The lecture discusses that we do not need any wealth or knowledge to worship God. We can offer whatever is available to us as a token of our love for him, and he will gladly accept it. We can free ourselves from all limitations and sorrow without changing our lifestyle and goals, by offering all our actions to him.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 9 “Yoga of Royal Knowledge & Royal Secret” Verses 22, 23 and 24
The lecture discusses Lord Krishna’s assurance that for those who worship him steadfastly, he takes care of Yoga (Things to achieve) and Kshema (Protections of things achieved) for them; therefore, just doing good is not good enough without the knowledge of our relationship with the Supreme Self.
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Unity in Diversity – Unmistakable Message of the Bhagavad Gita and Upanishads
The lecture was delivered at the plenary session of the 8th International Gita Seminar at the Kurukshetra University on December 18, 20023.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 9 “Yoga of Royal Knowledge & Royal Secret” Verses 19_20_and 21
The lecture discusses the futility of expecting permanent happiness by fulfilling desires no matter how noble the desires are. Once the existing desires are fulfilled, you must start working to fulfill new desires created in the process.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 9 “Yoga of Royal Knowledge & Royal Secret” Verses 16_ 17 and 18
The lecture discusses our relationship with the supreme being, the father, the mother, and the grandfather of every being in this World.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 9 "Yoga of Royal Knowledge & Royal Secret" Verses 13, 14 and 15
The Lecture discusses how great, highly evolved souls realize their true identity as the manifestation of the Supreme Self only and maintain it despite the world's temptations.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 9 “Yoga of Royal Knowledge & Royal Secret” Verses 10, 11, and 12
The lecture discusses why we fail to recognize the presence of God in our lives. Seeking infinite Happiness in the material world through accomplishments and achievements amounts to futile efforts for vain hopes.
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The lecture discusses why the supreme being is not affected by the activity of creation, sustenance, and destruction, even though no action occurs without his presence.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 9 “Yoga of Royal Knowledge & Royal Secret” Verses 4, 5, and 6
The lecture discusses the profound declaration by Lord Krishna that all beings are in the Supreme Self, but the Supreme Self is not in them, and in reality, the beings are also not in the Supreme Self.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 9 “Yoga of Royal Knowledge & Royal Secret” Verses 1, 2, & 3
The lecture discusses Lord Krishna’s statement that the knowledge of the self is Royal Knowledge, and it is also a Royal Secret, knowing which one gets liberated from all inauspiciousness in life.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 8 “Yoga of Imperishable Brahman” Verses 25, 26, 27 and 28
The lecture discusses the concluding verses of this chapter, emphasizing the need to know both paths of Light and darkness to attain oneness with the Supreme Self.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 8 “Yoga of Imperishable Brahman” Verses 22,23 and 24
The lecture discusses two eternal paths of spiritual evolution: the path of return to this World of limited existence and the path of liberation and no return.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 8 “Yoga of Imperishable Brahman” Verses 19,20 and 21
The lecture discusses the highest goal of human life to achieve the state of being one with the unmanifest and the imperishable. Those who reach it never again return to this state of imperfection and limitedness.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 8 “Yoga of Imperishable Brahman” Verses 16, 17, 18 and 19
The lecture discusses the infinite existence of a limited being in various forms as part of the Prakriti and how the present existence is insignificant compared to cycles of creation and destruction of the universe as Brahma’s days and nights
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 8 “Yoga of Imperishable Brahman” Verses 13, 14 and 15
The lecture discusses the meaning of one syllabled OM, the sound symbol of the Supreme Brahman, and how chanting OM, one can get out of the cycle of rebirth.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 8 "Yoga of Imperishable Brahman" Verses 10, 11 and 12
The lecture discusses how one can prepare the mind to remember the Supreme Goal of liberation at the time of death.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 8 "Yoga of Imperishable Brahman" Verses 7, 8 and 9
The lecture discusses how Abhyasa Yoga (Yoga of Constant Practice) prepares a person to focus his mind on the Supreme Self.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 8 “Yoga of Imperishable Brahman” Verses 4, 5 and 6
The lecture discusses how the remembrance of the Supreme Self at the time of death liberates the embodied Jiva, the conditioned consciousness, into the unconditioned supreme self.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 8 “Yoga of Imperishable Brahman” Verses 1, 2 and 3
The Lecture discusses Arjuna’s question regarding the terms Brahman, Adhyatma, and Karma used by Krishna in previous chapters.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 7 “Yoga of Knowledge & Wisdom” Verses 28, 29, & 30
The Lecture summarizes the teachings of Ch. 7. It discusses the concluding verses of this chapter describing the qualities of a seeker who reaches the supreme by crossing over the pairs of opposites- likes and dislikes.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 7 “Yoga of Knowledge & Wisdom” Verses 25, 26 and 27
The lecture discusses why we do not recognize ourselves as part of God’s self even though we logically agree that God is Omnipresent and we cannot be separate from his supreme self.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 7 “Yoga of Knowledge & Wisdom” Verses 22, 23, & 24
The lecture discusses the various ways people in this world pursue the goal of happiness. The one who does not know the un-manifest nature of the supreme mistakenly takes it to become finite in various manifestations.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 7 “Yoga of Knowledge & Wisdom” Verses 19, 20, & 21
The lecture discusses why a wise person is much closer to God than other devotees and what distracts us from achieving lasting peace and happiness, our true nature.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 7 “Yoga of Knowledge & Wisdom” Verses 16, 17 and 18
The lecture discusses four types of well-intentioned devotees seeking the same result of achieving a world without sorrows. Still, only the wise come to achieve it by identifying with the supreme completely.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 7 “Yoga of Knowledge & Wisdom” Verses 13, 14 and 15
The lecture discusses how divine Maya, with its three qualities, deludes all beings so that the World appears as if it is made up of a collection of independent entities that are unrelated to each other. One who recognizes the unity in diversity crosses over this delusion.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 7 “Yoga of Knowledge & Wisdom” Verses 10, 11, & 12
The lecture discusses the relationship of the Supreme Lord with his created beings in this World. Contrary to our popular belief that Bhagavan is in us, he says the beings are in me; I am not in them.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 7 “Yoga of Knowledge & Wisdom” Verses 5, 6, 7, 8, and 9
The lecture discusses God’s manifest and un-manifest nature and how to find his presence in our world.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 7 “Yoga of Knowledge & Wisdom” Verses 1, 2, 3, and 4
The lecture introduces the second segment of the Bhagavad Gita and discusses the eightfold manifestation of the supreme self in the Prakriti – nature.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 6 “Yoga of Meditation” Verses 46 and 47
The lecture concludes the discussion on the Yoga of Meditation and introduces the topic for the next chapter.
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The lecture discusses how the yogi who did not achieve perfection in this life pursues perfection in the next life.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 6 “Yoga of Meditation” Verses 40, 41 & 42
The lecture discusses the continuity of actions, the process of the future building, and the concept of reincarnation. Bhagavad Gita promises that one gets what one desires either now or in the future as long as one continues to pursue the goal.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 6 “Yoga of Meditation” Verses 36, 37, 38 and 39
The lecture discusses Arjuna’s fear about the seeker’s efforts going in vain if the mind cannot be controlled in one’s lifetime.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 6 “Yoga of Meditation” Verses 33, 34 and 35
The Lecture discusses Krishna’s response to Arjuna’s claim that the mind cannot be controlled as it is fickle by its very nature.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 6 “Yoga of Meditation” Verses 30, 31 & 32
The lecture discusses Lord Krishna’s assurance that once the seeker realizes the self, he/ she will never be separated from the almighty Lord.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 6 “Yoga of Meditation” Verses 27, 28, & 29
The lecture discusses the Vision of Oneness achieved through the Yoga of meditation culminating in Supreme Bliss.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 6 “Yoga of Meditation” Verses 24, 25, & 26
The lecture discusses how abandoning all fancies of mind by holding the intellect firm; one can gradually achieve long-lasting peace.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 6 “Yoga of Meditation” Verses 21, 22, & 23
The lecture discusses yet another definition of Yoga – Detachment from the attachment to sorrows, pain, and suffering as my own is yoga. They belong to the Body, Mind, and Intellect.
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433: Bhagavad Gita Ch. 6 “Yoga of Meditation” Verses 18, 19 and 20
The lecture discusses the Mind of the Yogi and the bliss he/she experiences.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 6 “Yoga of Meditation” Verses 14, 15, 16 and 17
The lecture discusses the life of moderation and detachment as a prerequisite for meditation.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 6 “Yoga of Meditation” Verses 11, 12, & 13
The lecture discusses basic preparations for meditation, the place of meditation, the seat for meditation, the correct posture for meditation, and the goal of meditation prescribed in the Bhagavad Gita.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 6 “Yoga of Meditation” Verses 7, 8, 9 & 10
The lecture discusses techniques for excelling in life by developing even-mindedness by not giving undue importance to anything or a relationship.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 6 “Yoga of Meditation” Verses 4, 5 & 6
The lecture discusses the relationship of the higher self to the lower self. The higher self may become a friend of the lower self or an enemy depending on one’s willingness to listen to the inner voice.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 6 “Yoga of Meditation” Verses 1, 2 & 3
The lecture discusses the path of action for an aspiring seeker to achieve the quiescence of mind needed for contemplation and the path of inactivity for the accomplished seeker to achieve the ultimate freedom.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 5 “Yoga of True Renunciation” Verses 27, 28, & 29
The lecture discusses the concluding verses of Ch. 5, which introduce the theme of the next chapter – Yoga of Meditation.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 5 “Yoga of True Renunciation” Verses 25, 26 & 27
The lecture discusses the qualities of a person who obtains absolute freedom – Moksha and why he engages in the welfare of all beings.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 5 “Yoga of True Renunciation” Verses 22, 23 & 24
The lecture discusses how to achieve liberation from the bondage of our desires and anger,recognizing that the objects of enjoyment are also the wombs of unhappiness.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 5 “Yoga of True Renunciation” Verses 19, 20 & 21
The lecture discusses how to find permanent happiness by detachment from the pleasures experienced by contact with the World of objects recognizing that they are temporary and not capable of providing endless satisfaction.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 5 “Yoga of True Renunciation” Verses 16, 17 and 18
The lecture discusses how ignorance veils the true identity of the self and how one can remove this veil by the light of knowledge and achieve perfection.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 5 “Yoga of True Renunciation” Verses 13, 14 and 15
The Lecture discusses the nature of the individual self, Prakriti (natural world), and its relationship with the Supreme Self – God.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 5 “Yoga of True Renunciation” Verses 10, 11, and 12.
The lecture discusses how to act in this world without getting attached to the results, the only means to attain eternal peace.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 5 “Yoga of True Renunciation” Verses 7, 8, and 9.
The lecture discusses the nature of “Yoga-Yuktah,” a person who has mastered the Path of Action. While working in this world, he does not think he is doing anything but sees that the Prakriti is working within itself. The self is not involved in any action.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 5 “Yoga of True Renunciation” Verses 4, 5, and 6.
The lecture discusses the terms Karma Yoga and Sanyasa as defined in Bhagavad Gita and how they should be practiced for self-improvement.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 5 “Yoga of True Renunciation” Verses 1, 2, and 3.
The lecture discusses why performing actions in the spirit of Karma Yoga is more appropriate for most seekers than the renunciation of action in Sanyasa.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 4 “Yoga of Renunciation of Actions in Knowledge” Verses 41 & 42
The lecture discusses the call of Bhagavad Gita to destroy the doubt in one’s heart about the true nature of the self by establishing in the Yoga of Self-Knowledge.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 4 “Yoga of Renunciation of Actions in Knowledge” Verses 38, 39 & 40
The lecture discusses the qualities required as prerequisites to achieve the knowledge that leads to eternal peace by recognizing the true self.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 4 “Yoga of Renunciation of Actions in Knowledge” Verses 35, 36 & 37
The lecture discusses how the knowledge about the self will release a seeker from the bondage of all actions. This knowledge is available to all seekers; even the most sinful person has the same chance and right to acquire this knowledge.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 4 “Yoga of Renunciation of Actions in Knowledge” Verses 32, 33 & 34
The lecture discusses how a seeker should approach a teacher to get knowledge about the supreme self.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 4 “Yoga of Renunciation of Actions in Knowledge” Verses 29, 30 & 31
The lecture discusses Pranayama–restraining breath & Pratyahara – Controlling diet as the other two methods of purifying mind & intellect, our inner equipment to recognize the true self.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 4 “Yoga of Renunciation of Actions in Knowledge” Verses 26, 27 & 28
The lecture discusses various Yagnas prescribed in scriptures such as Deva Yagna, Brahma Yagna, Dravya Yagna, Tapas Yagna, Yoga Yagna, Swadhyay Yagna, & Gnan Yagna.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 4 “Yoga of Renunciation of Actions in Knowledge” Verses 23, 24 & 25
The lecture discusses the traditionally chanted verse before taking a meal in most parts of India – “Brahma Arpanam, Brahma Havihi, Brahma Agnau, Brahmana Hutam. Brahmaev Ten Gantavyam, Brahma Karma Samadhina”. The instrument of offering is Brahman, the object of offering is Brahman, the offeror is Brahman, and to whom it is offered is also Brahman - the Absolute.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 4 “Yoga of Renunciation of Actions in Knowledge” Verses 20,21 & 22
The lecture discusses how one can develop a detached attitude towards actions to remain content with the results in all situations.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 4 “Yoga of Renunciation of Actions in Knowledge” Verses 16, 17 & 18
The lecture discusses the complex nature of action and inaction and why it is essential to know about them.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 4 “Yoga of Renunciation of Actions in Knowledge” Verses 13, 14 & 15
The lecture discusses the most misunderstood verse of Bhagavad Gita about the creation of four types of people differentiated by their qualities and actions.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 4 “Yoga of Renunciation of Actions in Knowledge” Verses 11 & 12
The lecture discusses the technic of getting rid of attachment, fear, and anger, which are the root causes of our sorrows, and why most of us fail to practice it.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 4 “Yoga of Renunciation of Actions in Knowledge” Verses 8,9 & 10
The lecture discusses the role of the creator in creation. He remains actively involved to maintain the order in it. One can achieve perfection by making the divine incarnation the role model.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 4 “Yoga of Renunciation of Actions in Knowledge” Verses 4,5,6 & 7
The lecture discusses the milestone verse “Yada Yada Hi Dharmashya Glanir Bhavati Bharat……Whenever there is a decay of Dharma and Rise of Adharma, I take birth time and again to protect the good-doers and to destroy the evildoers”.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 4 “Yoga of Renunciation of Actions in Knowledge” Verses 1,2 & 3
The lecture discusses Lord Krishna’s promise to teach Arjuna, his devotee, and friend, imperishable Yoga, which is a great secret.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 3 “Yoga of Actions (Karma Yoga)” Verses 40, 41, 42 & 43
The lecture summarizes the Chapter and discusses the last four verses identifying desire as our greatest enemy.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 3 “Yoga of Actions (Karma Yoga)” Verses 37,38 & 39
The lecture discusses the irresistible force that prompts us to sin is desire, and it is the enemy within us. The desire is a sign of incompleteness, and it loots away our inner peace.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 3 “Yoga of Actions (Karma Yoga)” Verses 34,35 & 36
The lecture discusses the value of recognizing one’s natural tendencies to find a field of action and not comparing it with other more glamorous areas.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 3 “Yoga of Actions (Karma Yoga)” Verses 31,32 & 33
The lecture discusses the futility of restraining one’s tendencies as even knowledgeable people have their tendencies.
Acting in this world according to one’s tendencies but offering all actions to the supreme self, one can overcome those tendencies.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 3 “Yoga of Actions (Karma Yoga)” Verses 28, 29, & 30
The lecture discusses how one should perform actions in the present without any mental fever of worries for preserving past acquisitions and anxiety of future accomplishments by offering all actions to the supreme self.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 3 “Yoga of Actions (Karma Yoga)” Verses 25,26 & 27
The lecture discusses how the inherent qualities of things and beings interacting with each other create actions, knowing which a wise person does not get attached to them and achieve liberation from sorrows and unhappiness.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 3 “Yoga of Actions (Karma Yoga)” Verses 22,23 & 24
The lecture discusses how and why the creator remains engaged in preserving the worlds and the beings he created and becomes a role model.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 3 “Yoga of Actions (Karma Yoga)” Verses 19,20 & 21
The lecture discusses the importance of appropriate actions even after achieving the highest goal in your life to be a good role model for those who look up to you.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 3 “Yoga of Actions (Karma Yoga)” Verses 17 & 18
The lecture discusses who is free of all obligatory duties and why.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 3 “Yoga of Actions (Karma Yoga)” Verses 13, 14, 15 & 16
The lecture discusses the cosmic cycle set in motion by the creator since the creation of this universe and the significance of actions by the individuals to keep the cycle functioning properly for the greater good.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 3 “Yoga of Actions (Karma Yoga)” Verses 10, 11 & 12
The lecture discusses the power of cooperative endeavors and the responsibilities of an individual towards society and nature.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 3 “Yoga of Actions (Karma Yoga)” Verses 7, 8, & 9
The lecture discusses how one can transform obligatory duties into Karma Yoga by expanding one’s identification to a greater reality.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 3 “Yoga of Actions ( Karma Yoga)” Verses 4, 5, & 6
The lecture discusses why Actions are unavoidable and mere physical restrain of the organs of actions is futile if the organs of perception are not under control.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 3 “Yoga of Actions (Karma Yoga)” Verses 1,2,&3
The Lecture discusses Arjuna’s confusion about which path is right and Lord Krishna’s response. Two paths are always available for self-realization, Path of Knowledge and Path of Selfless Actions.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 2 "Yoga of Knowledge (Sankhya)" Verses 70 through 72
The Lecture discusses the concluding verses of the Sankhya Yoga, describing the state of being one with the supreme - the Brahman.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 2 "Yoga of Knowledge (Sankhya)" Verses 67 through 69
The Lecture discusses how a person of steady wisdom sees the World of objects as temporary and unreal. He remains established in the awareness of his true self that is immortal and permanent.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 2 “Yoga of Knowledge (Sankhya)” Verses 63 through 66
The Lecture discusses how a person of steady wisdom achieves freedom, peace, and comfort by controlling his senses.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 2 “Yoga of Knowledge (Sankhya)” Verses 60 through 62
The lecture discusses the ladder of fall for a person who does not avoid excessive attachment to the sense objects and how to avoid it.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 2 “Yoga of Knowledge (Sankhya)” Verses 57 through 59
The lecture discusses how a wise person maintains his detachment from the world of objects by withdrawing his senses like a tortoise withdraws its limbs when danger is detected.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 2 “Yoga of Knowledge (Sankhya)” Verses 54 through 56
The lecture discusses the qualities of a wise person whose mind and intellect remain steady in all situations whether conducive or un-conducive.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 2 “Yoga of Knowledge (Sankhya)” Verses 52 & 53
The lecture discusses the importance of a firm intellect that has control over the mind and all impressions received from the world. Self-Realization is achieved when the intellect becomes unwavering.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 2 “Yoga of Knowledge (Sankhya)” Verses 50 & 51
Lecture discusses how a wise person by giving up the agency of all actions good and bad along with their fruits reaches a state that is free from all sufferings and evils.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 2 “Yoga of Knowledge (Sankhya)” Verses 48 and 49
Lecture discusses Krishna’s definition of Yoga for the common man - “Equanimity of mind is Yoga”
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 2 “Yoga of Knowledge (Sankhya)” Verses 45 through 47
Lecture discusses one of the milestone verses in Bhagavad Gita “Karmanyevadhikaraste Ma phalesu kadachan……….” Your right is to act but never to the fruits of your actions. Never keep fruits as the motivator of your actions, and also never get attached to inaction.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 2 “Yoga of Knowledge (Sankhya)” Verses 42,43,& 44
Lecture discusses how misinterpretation of Vedic literature promoted by some people created confusion in the society about the goal of life and the means to achieve it. They prescribe actions that result in rebirth after rebirth.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 2 “Yoga of Knowledge (Sankhya)” Verses 39, 40, & 41
Lecture discusses how even a little practice of Karma-Yoga relieves one from the great fear of death. There is no danger of wasted efforts and reverse effects. The lures of heavenly pleasures delude people and make them lose the focus of achieving everlasting happiness.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 2 “Yoga of Knowledge (Sankhya)” Verses 35,36,37 & 38
Lecture discusses the downside of not performing one’s duties and win-win situations irrespective of the outcome in performing one’s duties diligently with equanimity of the mind.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 2 “Yoga of Knowledge (Sankhya)” Verses 32,33 & 34
Lecture discusses the importance of performing one’s duties. Duties are ordained by one’s nature and not performing them would create negative impressions on the mind.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 2 “Yoga of Knowledge (Sankhya)” Verses 29,30 & 31
Lecture discusses the expressions of seekers on learning about the nature of the self. Some see it in wonderment, some talk about it in amazement; some hear about its wonderful nature and some become speechless on experiencing it. However, no one understands its real nature.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 2 “Yoga of Knowledge (Sankhya)” Verses 26,27, & 28
Lecture discusses the nature of the self from a perspective of a continuous cycle of birth and death. Bhagavan argues that even from that perspective, one must not worry about the consequences of performing duties in an adverse situation.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 2 “Yoga of Knowledge (Sankhya)” Verses 23,24, & 25
Lecture discusses the nature of the self as the imperishable, immutable reality, which is beyond perception and comprehension.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 2 “Yoga of Knowledge (Sankhya)” Verses 19, 20, 21 & 22
Lecture discusses the relationship of our body with our self. Just as we acquire new clothes when our old clothes get worn out the imperishable - self leaves the body that has become unsuitable and acquires a new body.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 2 “Yoga of Knowledge (Sankhya)” Verses 17, &18
Lecture discusses the imperishable nature of all-pervading supreme self and perishable nature of names and forms perceived by the senses.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 2 “Yoga of Knowledge (Sankhya)” Verses 14,15 &16
Lecture discusses the nature of our experiences in the life of pleasure and pain, heat and cold, etc. and the guidance from Lord Krishna about how to deal with them.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 2 “Yoga of Knowledge (Sankhya)” Verses 11,12 &13
Lecture discusses the concept of imperishable nature of the self and introduction of reincarnation in Bhagavad Gita.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 2 “Yoga of Knowledge (Sankhya)” Verses 6 through 10
Lecture discusses Arjuna’s surrender to Krishna seeking his guidance as his disciple in dealing with the confusing situation he was facing on the battlefield.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 2 “Yoga of Knowledge (Sankhya)” Verses 1 through 5
Lecture discusses the six schools of Philosophy and Lord Krishna’s initial response to Arjuna’s arguments for not fighting the war in the previous chapter.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 1 “Yoga of Arjuna’s Grief” Verses 44 through 47
Lecture discusses Arjuna’s final argument for not fighting the war and his declaration to Krishna that it will be better for him to die at the hands of Kauravas without resisting as he realized that the war would have disastrous consequences for the society and the culture.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 1 “Yoga of Arjuna’s Grief” Verses 40 through 43
Lecture discusses Arjuna’s argument how this act of war will destroy families and family values which in turn will destroy the society as the women without protection of men will get corrupt and will give rise to impure generation.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 1 “Yoga of Arjuna’s Grief” Verses 36 through 39
Lecture discusses Arjuna’s willingness to give up his life to avoid committing the sin of waging war which destroys families.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 1 “Yoga of Arjuna’s Grief” Verses 32 through 35
Lecture discusses Arjuna’s conclusion that no good is going to come out of this war as the people for whom I wanted this kingdom and comforts are standing here ready to sacrifice their lives.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 1 “Yoga of Arjuna’s Grief” Verses 28 through 31
Lecture discusses Arjuna’s state of mind after he had a chance to review the people arrayed in both armies. He loses his enthusiasm to fight the war to win the kingdom back from the evil cousins.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 1 “Yoga of Arjuna’s Grief” Verses 24 through 27
Lecture discusses Arjuna’s observations of the people arrayed in both armies. He sees his kith and kin are standing there eager to kill each other.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 1 “Yoga of Arjuna’s Grief” Verses 19 through 23
Lecture discusses Arjuna’s state of mind when he asks Krishna to place his chariot in the middle of the two armies.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 1 “Yoga of Arjuna’s Grief” Verses 13 through 18
Lecture discusses Pandava’s response to the declaration of war with Bhisma blowing his conch and others in the Kaurava army following him. Pandava army led by Krishna and Arjuna blew their own conches which created fear in the hearts of Kauravas.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 1 “Yoga of Arjuna’s Grief” Verses 7 through 12
Lecture discusses Duryodhana’s assessment of the strengths of the two armies. He feels even though his army is larger it is insufficient while Pandava’s army though smaller is sufficient.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 1 “Yoga of Arjuna’s Grief” Verses 1 through 6
Lecture discusses Dhritarashtra’s anxiety and Duryodhana’s insecurity when the two armies were facing each other just before the great Mahabharata war.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 18 “Yoga of Liberation through Renunciation” Verses 74 through 78
Lecture discusses Sanjaya’s concluding remarks and final statement that where there is Krishna, the Lord of Yoga and Arjuna, a man of action there are prosperity, victory, growth, and steady policy.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 18 “Yoga of Liberation through Renunciation” Verses 71,72 & 73
Lecture discusses the significance of studying the teachings of Bhagavad Gita and how even listening to the knowledge with faith can liberate one from the bondage of limitations.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 18 “Yoga of Liberation through Renunciation” Verses 68, 69 & 70
Lecture discusses the importance of sharing the knowledge of Bhagavad Gita as teaching is twice learning.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 18 “Yoga of Liberation through Renunciation” Verses 62 through 67
Lecture discusses the most quoted verse “ Sarva Dharman Parityjya Mamekam Sharanam Vraj – Abandon all Dharmas and seek refuge in me.” The verse is considered to be the summary verse of Bhagavad Gita.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 18 “Yoga of Liberation through Renunciation” Verses 59,60,61
Lecture discusses the presence of Ishvara in the hearts of all beings. His power of Maya causing all beings to act as if they are mounted on a machine.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 18 “Yoga of Liberation through Renunciation” Verses 56,57,58
Lecture discusses how by devotion to the supreme one can overcome all obstacles in life and achieves supreme bliss but by egoism if one decides to go against one’s essential nature one ends up doing what he avoids doing.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 18 “Yoga of Liberation through Renunciation” Verses 53, 54, & 55
Lecture discusses the state of becoming aware of the supreme self that gives joy in pursuing the path of performing actions without attachment and desires.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 18 “Yoga of Liberation through Renunciation” Verses 49,50, 51 & 52
Lecture discusses physical and mental control as the preparation for meditation to realize one’s true nature.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 18 “Yoga of Liberation through Renunciation” Verses 46,47 & 48
Lecture discusses the technique of performing actions according to one’s own nature to achieve success and happiness.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 18 “Yoga of Liberation through Renunciation” Verses 43,44,45
Lecture discusses the appropriate fields of actions for the four different types of people found in any society.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 18 “Yoga of Liberation through Renunciation” Verses 40,41,42
Lecture discusses four different types of people in any society and why they are different from each other.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 18 “Yoga of Liberation through Renunciation” Verses 36, 37, 38 & 39
Lecture discusses three types of Sukha - Happiness. Satvika – Sukha feels like poison in the beginning but in the end it feels like nectar. Rajasika – Sukha feels like nectar in the beginning but in the end it feels like poison Tamasika – Sukha feels like poison in the beginning and in the end also it feels like poison.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 18 “Yoga of Liberation through Renunciation” Verses 33, 34,& 35
Lecture discusses three types of Dhruti - Fortitude. Satvika – Dhruti will make the mind focus, optimize the physiological functions in my body and will give capacity to overcome obstacles. Rajasika – Dhruti may give me success in life but not happiness & Tamasika – Dhrutii will not let me get out of fear, depression and arrogance.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 18 “Yoga of Liberation through Renunciation” Verses 29, 30,31 & 32
Lecture discusses three types of intellect. Satvika – Buddhi will let me see things as they are and will guide me to right things. Rajasika – Buddhi will make me do things that will cause more sorrows and unhappiness and Tamasika – Buddhi will make me do things which are completely inappropriate.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 18 “Yoga of Liberation through Renunciation” Verses 26, 27 & 28
Lecture discusses three types of doers. Satvika – doers act without getting affected by success or failure, Rajasika – doers act because of desire to enjoy fruits of actions and Tamasika – doers act without any firm commitment or purity of purpose.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 18 “Yoga of Liberation through Renunciation” Verses 22, 23, 24 & 25
Lecture discusses three types of actions. Satvika – actions create bliss and harmony, Rajasika – actions create agitations and Tamasika – actions create destruction and pain.
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Episode 340: Bhagavad Gita Ch. 18 “Yoga of Liberation through Renunciation” Verses 19, 20, & 21
Lecture discusses two of the three types of knowledge. Satvika – Pure knowledge leads to the understanding of unity, and Rajasika – Passionate knowledge creates duality.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 18 “Yoga of Liberation through Renunciation” Verses 16, 17 & 18
Lecture discusses three propellers of actions - Knowledge, the object to be known and the knower and three enablers of actions i.e. the instrument, the action and the doer.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 18 “Yoga of Liberation through Renunciation” Verses 13, 14 & 15
Lecture discusses five constituent causes required for any action. Understanding them can give us the path to liberate ourselves from the bondage of our actions.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 18 “Yoga of Liberation through Renunciation” Verses 10, 11& 12
Lecture discusses how a Satvika Tyagi by giving up anxiety for the fruits of actions become a sanyasi and liberates himself from the bondage of actions.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 18 “Yoga of Liberation through Renunciation” Verses 7, 8 & 9
Lecture discusses three types of “Tyaga” i.e. Tamsika out of delusion, Rajsika out of fear and Sattvika with right under understanding.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 18 “Yoga of Liberation through Renunciation” Verses 4, 5 & 6
Lecture discusses Krishna’s Doctrine of “Karmaphal Tyaga” as the path to achieve supreme bliss.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 18 “Yoga of Liberation through Renunciation” Verses 1, 2 & 3
Lecture discusses difference between Tyaga – giving up and Sanyasa - renunciation.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 17 “Yoga of Threefold Faith” Verses 26, 27 & 28
Lecture discusses the conclusion of threefold faiths with a caution that any sacrifice, austerity or charity done without faith becomes worthless action and does not yield intended result here or hereafter.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 17 “Yoga of Threefold Faith” Verses 23, 24 & 25
Lecture discusses the great “niredsha vakya” – indicative statement “Om Tat Sat” OM is the ultimate truth.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 17 “Yoga of Threefold Faith” Verses 20, 21 & 22
Lecture discusses three types of charities people make and who benefits from those charities and how. Not all charities are desirable some are out rightly forbidden.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 17 “Yoga of Threefold Faith” Verses 17,18 & 19
Lecture discusses everlasting benefits of austerities performed without any expectation for particular result which will lead to ever lasting peace whereas the austerities performed to achieve material gains and powers can lead to pain and agitation.
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Bhagavad Gita Ch. 17 “Yoga of Threefold Faith” Verses 14,15 & 16
Lecture discusses types of Tapas - disciplines we should practice at Physical, Mental and Speech level to achieve purity of mind which is a prerequisite in all spiritual practices.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 17 “Yoga of Threefold Faith” Verses 11,12 & 13
Lecture discusses the influence of one’s faith on the actions he performs, sacrifices he makes and how that affects his chances of achieving the ever lasting peace.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 17 “Yoga of Threefold Faith” Verses 7,8,9,10
Lecture discusses three types of food that people like in accordance with the predominance of Satva, Rajas or Tamas in their mental makeup.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 17 “Yoga of Threefold Faith” Verses 5, & 6
Lecture discusses three types of faith in accordance with the predominance of Satva, Rajas or Tamas in a person’s mental makeup.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 17 “Yoga of Threefold Faith” Verses 1,2,3 & 4
Lecture discusses the nature of faith in a person who does not depend on the traditional books of wisdom to determine what to do and what not to do.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 16 “Yoga of Divine and Devilish Estates” Verses 23, & 24
Lecture discusses Lord Krishna’s advice to follow the scriptures to decide what to do and what not to do in life here and now to achieve happiness and the supreme goal of liberation from limitations.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 16 “Yoga of Divine and Devilish Estates” Verses 20, 21 & 22
Lecture discusses three negative tendencies – lust, anger and greed which make people go through hellish experiences in life and therefore in order to achieve happiness one must avoid them.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 16 “Yoga of Divine and Devilish Estates” Verses 17,18, & 19
Lecture discusses how our egos boosted by the negative tendencies make us believe that our identification with our accomplishments and achievements will make us happy but in fact we end up in immeasurable worries.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 16 “Yoga of Divine and Devilish Estates” Verses 14, 15, & 16
Lecture discusses how negative tendencies make us believe that we are in control of our lives and our actions are helping us achieving security but in fact these tendencies are binding us to more unhappiness and insecurities.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 16 “Yoga of Divine and Devilish Estates” Verses 11, 12, & 13
Lecture discusses how negative – Asuric tendencies make people behave in a manner that binds them to immeasurable worries till their deaths and destructions.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 16 “Yoga of Divine and Devilish Estates” Verses 8,9,& 10
Lecture discusses how to detect negative – Asuric tendencies in our personality which cause sorrows and unhappiness.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 16 “Yoga of Divine and Devilish Estates” Verses 5, 6, & 7
Lecture discusses five negative tendencies born out of ignorance in human personality which bind them to the limited ego and cause sorrows and unhappiness.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 16 “Yoga of Divine and Devilish Estates” Verses 1, 2, 3, & 4
Lecture discusses twenty-six qualities one can cultivate to live a divine life to liberate oneself from the bondage of the ego and egocentric desires.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 15 “Purusottama Yoga - Yoga of the Supreme Self” Verses 19,& 20
Lecture discusses the nature of Purushottama – the Supreme Consciousness which transcends both the perishable Prakriti – manifest matter and the imperishable but conditioned consciousness.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 15 “Purusottama Yoga - Yoga of the Supreme Self” Verses 13, through 18
Lecture discusses presence of the Supreme Purusha at the core of all beings and the truth that the Supreme Purusha transcends both the perishable world and its imperishable substratum - the conditioned consciousness.
Episode 314: Bhagavad Gita Ch. 15 “Purusottama Yoga - Yoga of the Supreme Self” Verses 10,11,& 12
Lecture discusses the omnipresence of the supreme being in all aspects of our life and how the supreme being supports all our activities and perceptions.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 15 “Purusottama Yoga - Yoga of the Supreme Self” Verses 7, 8,& 9
Lecture discusses How an eternal portion of the Supreme Self becomes a limited Jiva, an individual ego to experience the objects in the prakriti by borrowing the necessary equipment from the prakriti.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 15 “Purusottama Yoga - Yoga of the Supreme Self” Verses 4,5,& 6
Lecture discusses the state of awareness which does not require any outside knowledge or light to know itself.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 15 “Purusottama Yoga - Yoga of the Supreme Self” Verses 1, 2 & 3
Lecture discusses the tree of samsara – our world and its source as explained in Upanishad and in this chapter using the allegory of an upside down tree which has branches below in this world and roots up above I the supreme self..
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 14 “Yoga of the Three Modes of Material Nature” Verses 24, 25, 26 & 27
Lecture discusses how a person who transcends the three Gunas of the Prakriti becomes one with the Supreme all-pervading perfect self.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 14 “Yoga of the Three Modes of Material Nature” Verses 22, 23, & 24
Lecture discusses the characteristics and behavior of a person who has transcended the three Gunas as recommended by Lord Krishna to all the seekers of liberation.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 14 “Yoga of the Three Modes of Material Nature” Verse 21
Lecture discusses Arjuna’s question about how to recognize a person who has transcended the three modes of the prakriti.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 14 “Yoga of the Three Modes of Material Nature” Verses 18,19,& 20
Lecture discusses how the predominance of Stava, Rajas or Tamas in my mind result either in progress or regress in our spiritual evolution and how we can go beyond the effects of the Gunas.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 14 “Yoga of the Three Modes of Material Nature” Verses 15,16,& 17
Lecture discusses how we can use the understandings of the “Three Gunas” to cleanse our Antahkarana the internal instrument - the mind and intellect for our spiritual evolution.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 14 “Yoga of the Three Modes of Material Nature” Verses 13, & 14
Lecture discusses Expressions of Satva, Rajas and Tamas in our mind and how the mood of our mind at the time of death determines our next birth.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 14 “Yoga of the Three Modes of Material Nature” Verses 10, 11 & 12
Lecture discusses How Satva, Rajas and Tamas bind the pure consciousness with the Prakriti and create identification with the limited self.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 14 “Yoga of the Three Modes of Material Nature” Verses 7,8 & 9
Lecture discusses the Qualities of Satva, Rajas and Tamas, and how they bind the infinite self to the limited body, mind and intellect as an individual self.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 14 “Yoga of the Three Modes of Material Nature” Verses 4,5 & 6
Lecture discusses three Gunas of Prakriti as the ropes binding the infinite self to the limitations of Body, Mind and Intellect. Even Satva in spite of having purity and brightness binds the individual to the happiness and knowledge.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 14 “Yoga of the Three Modes of Material Nature” Verses 1,2 &3
Lecture discusses the concept of Purusha as the Universal Father and Prakriti as the Universal Mother.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 13 “The Field and the Knower of the Field” Verses 32, through 35
Lecture discusses the concluding verses of this Chapter indicating the nature of the self as unattached and untainted by the actions of the limited self but remains supportive to the world of all beings.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 13 “The Field and the Knower of the Field” Verses 29, 30 & 31
Lecture discusses the relationship of the Supreme Self with the lower conditioned self in all things and beings and how understanding of it can liberate oneself from all limitations.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 13 “The Field and the Knower of the Field” Verses 25, 26, 27 & 28
Lecture discusses the unity in the diversity of this world of plurality. The PARMESHVAR – the great Lord is present in all things and beings as the eternal self of all things and beings.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 13 “The Field and the Knower of the Field” Verses 23, & 24
Lecture discusses the relationship of our higher self – PARAMATMA with our lower “conditioned” self JIVA and examines what makes the JIVA take birth again and again.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 13 “The Field and the Knower of the Field” Verses 20, 21, & 22
Lecture discusses the cause and effect relationship as the nature of the manifest world and how our tendencies in this life will lead us to good or evil womb in next life.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 13 “The Field and the Knower of the Field” Verses 17, 18, & 19
Lecture discusses how the one undivided self appears to be divided among all beings; it is not only within us but also outside of us.
Episode 294: Bhagavad Gita Ch. 13 “The Field and the Knower of the Field” Verses 14, 15, & 16
Lecture discusses how to contemplate on our self as the knower of the field of our experiences.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 13 “The Field and the Knower of the Field” Verses 11, 12, & 13
Lecture discusses “Ananya Yoga” – Yoga of unflinching identification with the one supreme reality that is our own self.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 13 “The Field and the Knower of the Field” Verses 8, 9, & 10
Lecture discusses the qualities necessary for the purification of the internal instrument - Mind and Intellect, so one can recognize the knower of the field.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 13 “The Field and the Knower of the Field” Verses 4, 5, 6 & 7
Lecture discusses the nature of the Field which not only includes the world of five great elements and objects outside but also my inner senses, tendencies, desires and emotions.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 13 “The Field and the Knower of the Field” Verses 1, 2 & 3
Lecture discusses what the Field of our experiences is and who really is the knower of this field.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 12 “Yoga of Devotion” Verses 18, 19 & 20
Lecture discusses concluding verses of this Chapter describing the nature of a perfect devotee and Bhagavan’s assurance that such a devotee is supremely dear to him and close to him.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 12 “Yoga of Devotion” Verses 15, 16 & 17
Lecture discusses how one can achieve permanent happiness by identifying one’s limited self with the supreme all-pervading self.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 12 “Yoga of Devotion” Verses 12, 13 & 14
Lecture discusses why “Karma Phala Tyaga” - Renunciation of Fruits of Actions is superior to any other method of devotion.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 12 “Yoga of Devotion” Verses 8, 9, 10 & 11
Lecture discusses Abhaysa Yoga, offering all actions to the Lord and Karmaphala Tyaga as alternate methods to practice Bhakti Yoga if we do not have enough control over our mind and intellect to focus single pointedly on God.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 12 “Yoga of Devotion” Verses 5, 6, & 7
Lecture discusses Krishna’s instructions on how to practice Bhakti Yoga with mind and intellect offered to him and his assurance that those who follows these instructions he will become the savior to liberate them from this ocean of death and destruction.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 12 “Yoga of Devotion” Verses 1, 2, 3 & 4
Lecture discusses two types of devotees, one who is devoted to a manifest form of the Lord such as Krishna and the other is the one who is devoted to the imperishable, un-manifest, all pervading Brahman.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 11 “Yoga of the Vision of the Universal Form” Verses 53, 54, & 55
Lecture discusses Krishna’s statement that the cosmic form witnessed by Arjuna is not available to even Devas and also not possible to experience through knowledge, charity or austerities. The identification with the Supreme Self can only be achieved through single pointed devotion to the Supreme.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 11 “Yoga of the Vision of the Universal Form” Verses 50, 51, & 52
Lecture discusses Arjuna’s request to see Krishna in the form of the Vishnu. Instead Krishna showed him his gentle human form and why.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 11 “Yoga of the Vision of the Universal Form” Verses 47, 48, & 49
Lecture discusses Krishna’s statement that no one has ever seen the Cosmic Form before Arjuna and that this Cosmic Form is not available to the seekers pursuing traditional religious practices.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 11 “Yoga of the Vision of the Universal Form” Verses 45, & 46
Lecture discusses Arjuna’s mixed feelings of rejoicing and fear while witnessing the cosmic form of the Supreme Being and his admission that he would like to see him in the gentler form of Vishnu with a crown on head and mace and discus in his hands.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 11 “Yoga of the Vision of the Universal Form” Verses 41, 42, 43 & 44
Lecture discusses Arjuna’s remorse for not recognizing Krishna as the Supreme Being and his regrets that he may have mistreated him by addressing him as a friend or as a Yadav not recognizing his greatness.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 11 “Yoga of the Vision of the Universal Form” Verses 38, 39, & 40
Lecture discusses the verses which can be described as the most beautiful Universal Prayer to the Lord of all beings and things.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 11 “Yoga of the Vision of the Universal Form” Verses 35, 36, & 37
Lecture discusses Arjuna’s reckoning that the supreme-self he is witnessing in the cosmic form is the Lord of Lords, evil runs away in fear when his presence is felt, and the sages praise his glory.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 11 “Yoga of the Vision of the Universal Form” Verses 32, 33 & 34
Lecture discusses Lord Krishna’s advice to Arjuna to become the instrument of the supreme and enjoy the credit as everything is already done by him whether we take part in it or not.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 11 “Yoga of the Vision of the Universal Form” Verses 28, 29,30 & 31
Lecture discusses relationship of death and destruction with birth and creation from a cosmic perspective.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 11 “Yoga of the Vision of the Universal Form” Verses 25,26 & 27
Lecture discusses Arjuna’s vision of death and destruction of all sons of Dhritarastra along with Bhisma, Drona, Karna and the warrior chieftains on his own side.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 11 “Yoga of the Vision of the Universal Form” Verses 21,22,23 & 24
Lecture discusses Arjuna’s vision of all beings entering in the mouth of the supreme being. Some are fearful, but the other great souls are blissfully praising the Lord with sublime hymns.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 11 “Yoga of the Vision of the Universal Form” Verses 18 through 20
Lecture discusses Arjuna’s vision of terrifying and fearsome aspect of the supreme-being. He sees that not only he is terrified, but all three worlds are trembling with fear.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 11 “Yoga of the Vision of the Universal Form” Verses 15, 16 and 17
Lecture discusses Arjuna’s description of his experience of seeing the cosmic form and his understanding of the unity of all things and beings.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 11 “Yoga of the Vision of the Universal Form” Verses 12,13 and 14
Lecture discusses Sanjay’s narration to King Dhrutarastra that the splendor of that supreme form showed to Arjuna by Krishna is similar to the splendor of thousands of suns rising in the sky at the same time.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 11 “Yoga of the Vision of the Universal Form” Verses 9, 10 and 11
Lecture discusses Sanjay’s narration to King Dhritarashtra’s of the cosmic form that Arjuna is seeing and at the same time he is seeing due to the Divine Vision given to him by Veda Vyasa.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 11 “Yoga of the Vision of the Universal Form” Verses 5, 6, 7 and 8
Lecture discusses Divine Vision Given to Arjuna by Lord Krishna to enable him to see the cosmic form of the Lord.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 11 “Yoga of the Vision of the Universal Form” Verses 1, 2, 3 and 4
Lecture discusses Arjuna’s request to see Krishna’s Divine Cosmic Form so that he can experience the oneness of all things and beings.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 10 “Yoga of the Opulence of the Lord” Verses 39,40,41 & 42
Lecture discusses the concluding verses of Vibhuti Yoga reaffirming that these examples are only for the guidance to the seekers and not to limit the presence of the omnipresent self in the glorious and the splendid only.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 10 “Yoga of the Opulence of the Lord” Verses 35,36, 37 & 38
Lecture discusses examples which we consider negative such as death and gambling but are still as much a part of God’s manifestation as the other divine manifestations.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 10 “Yoga of the Opulence of the Lord” Verses 32,33 & 34
Lecture discusses reiteration from Krishna that he is the cause for this creation. He is the beginning, middle and end of anything in this creation. All the finer qualities which are considered feminine are his expressions.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 10 “Yoga of the Opulence of the Lord” Verses 29,30 & 31
Lecture discusses examples of Ananta Nag, Varuna, Aryama, Lord of death Yama, Great devotee Prahalad, Time, King of Jungle Lion and King of Birds Garuda as the manifestations of all pervading God. It also discusses why River Ganges represent the perennial knowledge flowing from teacher to students.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 10 “Yoga of the Opulence of the Lord” Verses 26,27 & 28
Lecture discusses the concept of churning the milky ocean and the puranic examples of Devarshi Narada, Kapila Muni, Great Weapon Vajra, Desires fulfilling Kamdhenu Cow, Lord of desires Kandarpa, Vasuki Snake as well as Uchhaisrava the flying horse and Airavat the four-tusked elephant that came out of the milky ocean during the great churning.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 10 “Yoga of the Opulence of the Lord” Verses 23,24 & 25
Lecture discusses Mount Meru in our Purana and one syllable sound symbol of God OM.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 10 “Yoga of the Opulence of the Lord” Verses 20,21 & 22
Lecture starts discussion of Divine Glories in various examples given by Lord Krishna where the presence of the supreme self which is beginning, middle and end of everything and being in this world can be experienced.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 10 “Yoga of the Opulence of the Lord” Verses 17,18 & 19
Lecture discusses practical difficulty each seeker experience in conceptualizing the nature of God even after learning the nature of the supreme self. Arjuna articulates this difficulty to Krishna for the benefit of all the seekers of the truth.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 10 “Yoga of the Opulence of the Lord” Verses 14,15 & 16
Lecture discusses the faith we have in the stated truth that the God is the source of all things and beings but have practical difficulty in realizing it.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 10 “Yoga of the Opulence of the Lord” Verses 12,13
Lecture discusses nature of the supreme as described by the great rishis such as Narada, Asita, Davala and Vyasa as well as Krishna himself to Arjuna.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 10 “Yoga of the Opulence of the Lord” Verses7 through 11
Lecture discusses Buddhi Yoga – Understanding of oneness with the infinite self which can be experienced by worshipping him as the one who is the source of all beings with devotion and how “Satsanga” - company of other sincere seekers helps in such pursuit.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 10 “Yoga of The Opulence of the Lord” Verses 4,5 and 6
Lecture discusses the various moods of our minds which create our worlds and the concept of creation.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 10 “Yoga of The Opulence of the Lord” Verses 1,2 and 3
Lecture discusses why even the wise and most evolved persons do not recognize God’s presence even though he is Omnipresent.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 9 “Yoga of Royal Knowledge & Royal Secret” Verses 31,32,33,34
Lecture discusses how to overcome any disadvantaged situation one encounters in life to achieve the highest goal of life of finding permanent happiness and peace.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 9 “Yoga of Royal Knowledge & Royal Secret” Verses 28, 29 and 30
Lecture discusses Krishna’s promise of equal opportunity to all human beings to become one with the Supreme Self even to those who are fallen in the life of sin or disadvantaged by circumstances. By simply offering all our actions to God we can free ourselves from all limitedness and sorrows as he is same to all.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 9 “Yoga of Royal Knowledge & Royal Secret” Verses 25, 26 and 27
Lecture discusses Lord Krishna’s promise that he accepts anything offered to him with true devotion by his devotee a leaf, a flower, a fruit or a spoonful of water.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 9 “Yoga of Royal Knowledge & Royal Secret” Verses 22, 23 and 24
Lecture discusses why just doing good is not good enough without the knowledge of our relationship with the Supreme Self.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 9 “Yoga of Royal Knowledge & Royal Secret” Verses 18_ 19_20_and 21
Lecture discusses futility of expecting permanent happiness by fulfilling desires no matter how noble the desires are. Once the existing desires are fulfilled you have to start working to fulfill new desires which are created in the process.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 9 “Yoga of Royal Knowledge & Royal Secret” Verses 15_ 16_and 17
Lecture discusses various paths to realize God who is the father, the mother and the grandfather of every being in this world.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 9 “Yoga of Royal Knowledge & Royal Secret” Verses 11_ 12_13 and 14
Lecture discusses why we fail to recognize presence of God in our life. Seeking infinite Happiness in the material world through accomplishments and achievements amounts to futile efforts for vain hopes.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 9 “Yoga of Royal Knowledge & Royal Secret” Verses 7, 8, 9 and 10
Lecture discusses why God is not responsible for any action performed by any being even though no action can take place without his presence.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 9 “Yoga of Royal Knowledge & Royal Secret” Verses 4, 5, & 6
Lecture discusses our relationship-less relation with our creator and the profound declaration by Lord Krishna that all being are in the Supreme Self and but the Supreme Self is not in them.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 9 “Yoga of Royal Knowledge & Royal Secret” Verses 1, 2, & 3
Lecture discusses Lord Krishna’s statement that the knowledge of the self is the Royal Knowledge and it is also a Royal Secret knowing which one gets liberated from all inauspiciousness in life.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 8 “Yoga of Imperishable Brahman” Verses 22 through 28
Lecture discusses two eternal paths of spiritual evolution – one is the path of return to this world of limited existence and the other is the path of liberation.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 8 “Yoga of Imperishable Brahman” Verses 19,20, and 21
Lecture discusses the highest goal of human life to achieve the state of being one with the unmanifest and the imperishable. Those who reach it never again return to this state of imperfection and limitedness.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 8 “Yoga of Imperishable Brahman” Verses 15,16, 17 and 18
Lecture discusses the permanency of our existence and its relationship to the creator’s night and day.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 8 “Yoga of Imperishable Brahman” Verses 12,13 and 14
Lecture discusses the cause of our unhappiness and the path prescribed by Lord Krishna to achieve permanent happiness.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 8 “Yoga of Imperishable Brahman” Verses 9,10 and 11
Lecture discusses the milestone verses in Gita which describe the nature of the supreme and also gives us path how to identify with him.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 8 “Yoga of Imperishable Brahman” Verses 5,6,7 and 8
Lecture discusses how the remembrance of the Supreme Self at the time of death liberates the embodied Jiva. Constant remembrance is the only way to ensure that one will remember the supreme self at the last moment.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 8 “Yoga of Imperishable Brahman” Verses 1, 2 ,3 and 4
Lecture discusses the seven terms Arjuna wanted to learn from Krishna - Brahman, Adhyatma, Karma, Adhibhtam, Adhidaivam, Purushah, & AdhiYajna.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 7 “Yoga of Knowledge & Wisdom” Verses 28, 29, & 30
Lecture discusses the concluding verses of this chapter describing the qualities of a seeker who will reach the supreme by crossing over the pairs of opposites- likes and dislikes.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 7 “Yoga of Knowledge & Wisdom” Verses 25, 26, & 27
Lecture discusses why we do not recognize God’s presence. Delusion created by desire and aversion veils the identity of the true self in all beings right from their births.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 7 “Yoga of Knowledge & Wisdom” Verses 22, 23, & 24
Lecture discusses nature of faith and how un-manifest God remains un-manifest in spite of his of manifestations in the eightfold Prakriti (Nature).The one who does not know his supreme nature mistakenly takes him to become finite in various manifestations.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 7 “Yoga of Knowledge & Wisdom” Verses 19, 20, & 21
Lecture discusses why a wise person is much closer to God than other devotees. It also discusses what distracts us from achieving lasting peace and happiness which is our true nature.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 7 “Yoga of Knowledge & Wisdom” Verses 16, 17, & 18
Lecture discusses four types of devotees who are all good intentioned and seeking the same result of achieving unbroken happiness but only the wise come to achieve it by identifying with the supreme completely.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 7 “Yoga of Knowledge & Wisdom” Verses 13, 14, & 15
Lecture discusses how divine Maya with its three qualities deludes all beings so that the world appears as if it is made up of collection of independent entities which are unrelated to each other. One who recognizes the unity in the diversity crosses over this delusion.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 7 “Yoga of Knowledge & Wisdom” Verses 10, 11, & 12
Lecture discusses the relationship of the Supreme Lord with his created beings in this world. Contrary to our popular belief that Bhagavan is in us he says the beings are in me, I am not in them.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 7 “Yoga of Knowledge & Wisdom” Verses 7, 8, & 9
Lecture discusses the relationship of I the individual, World as I know and the creator who created both I and the world.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 7 “Yoga of Knowledge & Wisdom” Verses 4, 5, & 6
Lecture discusses manifest and un-manifest aspects of our reality both at a microcosm as an individual and at the cosmic level as the all-pervading self.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 7 “Yoga of Knowledge & Wisdom” Verses 1, 2, &3
Lecture discusses four great statements in Upanishads “Mahavakyas” and how Gita relates to one of the statements “Tat Twam Asi – That though Art”. Gita teaches the complete path to achieve the realization that my self is the Supreme Self.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 6 “Yoga of Meditation” Verses 43 through 47
Lecture discusses Concluding verses of Dhyan Yoga and introduces the tem “Sabda Brahma”- OM the sound symbol the eternal self. It also explains why we are the Architects of our own destinies.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 6 “Yoga of Meditation” Verses 41 & 42
Lecture discusses continuity of actions, process of future building and the concept of re-incarnation. The promise of Bhagavad Gita is that one gets what one desires either now or in future as long one continue to pursue the goal.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 6 “Yoga of Meditation” Verses 37 through 41
Lecture discusses Arjuna’s fear about the seeker’s efforts going in vain if the mind cannot be controlled in one’s lifetime & Krishna’s reassurance that efforts in this life for liberation will result in a conducive environment in next life to continue the efforts till the goal is reached.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 6 “Yoga of Meditation” Verses 33, through 36
Lecture discusses how restless mind can be tamed by constant practice and detachment to the limited self to achieve the oneness with the true self.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 6 “Yoga of Meditation” Verses 30, 31 & 32
Lecture discusses Lord Krishna assurance that once the self is realized by the seeker he/ she will never be separated from the almighty Lord.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 6 “Yoga of Meditation” Verses 26 through 29
Lecture discusses Vision Of Oneness achieved through Yoga of meditation culminating in Supreme Bliss.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 6 “Yoga of Meditation” Verses 24, & 25
Lecture discusses how abandoning all fancies of mind by holding the intellect firm one can gradually achieve long lasting peace.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 6 “Yoga of Meditation” Verses 20, 21, 22, & 23
Lecture discusses yet another definition of Yoga – Detachment from the attachment with sorrows is yoga.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 6 “Yoga of Meditation” Verses 16, 17, 18 & 19
Lecture discusses life of moderation prescribed as one of the prerequisites for practicing meditation.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 6 “Yoga of Meditation” Verses 13,14, & 15
Lecture discusses basic technics of meditation including place of meditation, seat for meditation and right posture for meditation prescribed in Bhagavad Gita.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 6 “Yoga of Meditation” Verses 10, 11, 12
Lecture discusses basic preparations for meditation and the goal of meditation.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 6 “Yoga of Meditation” Verses 7, 8 & 9
Lecture discusses yogi’s vision of equanimity borne out of his knowledge of the all- pervading self. He sees lump of clay, stone & gold as expressions of the same reality. He is of the same mind to all people irrespective of their qualities and behavior.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 6 “Yoga of Meditation” Verses 4, 5 & 6
Lecture discusses relationship of the higher self to the lower self. Higher self may become a friend of the lower self or it may become an enemy depending on one’s control owner one’s inner equipment – Mind & Intellect.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 6 “Yoga of Meditation” Verses 1, 2 & 3
Lecture discusses what course of action is appropriate for an aspiring seeker and once the seeker gets established in his goal how to maintain that freedom.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 5 “Yoga of True Renunciation” Verses 26, 27, 28, & 29
Lecture discusses the concluding verses of Ch. 5 which introduce the theme of the next chapter – How to Meditate.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 5 “Yoga of True Renunciation” Verses 23, 24 & 25
Lecture discusses qualities of a person who obtains absolute freedom – Moksha and how he engages in the welfare of all beings.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 5 “Yoga of True Renunciation” Verses 20, 21 & 22
Lecture discusses how to find permanent happiness by developing detachment to the pleasures experienced by contacts with the world of objects recognizing that they are the wombs of unhappiness.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 5 “Yoga of True Renunciation” Verses 17,18, & 19.
Lecture discusses the vision of oneness experienced by the yogi who is established in the knowledge of his true self.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 5 “Yoga of True Renunciation” Verses 14,15,& 16.
Lecture discusses how the Lord of all beings is not involved in day to day good actions and bad actions of the beings but empower them to function in this world and how the knowledge of that Lord will liberate any being from all its limitations.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 5 “Yoga of True Renunciation” Verses 11,12,& 13.
Lecture discusses how an yogi works in this world without getting attached to his actions by clear understanding that all actions are performed by Body, Mind and Intellect but the self remains just a witness to the actions.
Episode 206; Bhagavad Gita Ch. 5 “Yoga of True Renunciation” Verses 5 through 10.
Lecture discusses Karma Yoga and Sanyasa as two paths leading to the same goal of self realization.
Bhagavad Gita Ch.5 “Yoga of True Renunciation” Verses 1, 2,3 and 4.
Lecture discusses why Karma Yoga is easier to practice than Sanyasa for most seekers.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 4 “Yoga of Renunciation of Actions in Knowledge” Verses 41 & 42
Lecture discusses the call of Bhagavad Gita to each and every individual to destroy the doubt in one’s heart about true nature of the self by establishing in the Yoga of Knowledge.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 4 “Yoga of Renunciation of Actions in Knowledge” Verses 38, 39 & 40
Lecture discusses the qualities required as pre-requisites to achieve the knowledge that leads to the eternal peace by recognizing the true self.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 4 “Yoga of Renunciation of Actions in Knowledge” Verses 35, 36 & 37
Lecture discusses how the knowledge about the self will release a seeker from the bondage of all actions. This knowledge is available to all seekers even most sinful person has the same chance and right to acquire this knowledge.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 4 “Yoga of Renunciation of Actions in Knowledge” Verses 32, 33 & 34 Lecture discusses the attitude with which a seeker should approach a teacher to get the knowledge about the supreme self.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 4 “Yoga of Renunciation of Actions in Knowledge” Verses 28, 29, 30 & 31
Lecture discusses Pranayam–restraining breath & Niyatahar – Controlling diet as other two methods of purifying mind & intellect, our inner equipment to recognize the true self.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 4 “Yoga of Renunciation of Actions in Knowledge” Verses 25, 26 & 27
Lecture discusses various Yagnas prescribed in scriptures such as Deva Yagna, Brahma Yagna, Dravya Yagna, Tapas Yagna, Yoga Yagna and Swadhyay Gnan Yagna.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 4 “Yoga of Renunciation of Actions in Knowledge” Verses 22, 23 & 24
Lecture discusses the verse which is traditionally chanted before taking meal in most parts of India – “Brahma Arpanam, Brahma Havihi, Brahma Agnau, Brahmana Hutam. Brahmaev Ten Gantavyam, Brahma Karma Samadhina”. The instrument of offering is Brahman, The object of offering is Brahman, the offeror is Brahman and also to whom it is offered is also Brahman - the Absolute.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 4 “Yoga of Renunciation of Actions in Knowledge” Verses 19,20 & 21
Lecture discusses how one can develop detached attitude towards actions to remain content with the results in all situations
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 4 “Yoga of Renunciation of Actions in Knowledge”Verses 16, 17 & 18
Lecture discusses why it isdifficult for us to predict the results of our actions.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 4 “Yoga of Renunciation of Actions in Knowledge” Verses 13, 14 & 15
Lecture discusses very well-known verse about the creation of four types of people differentiated by their qualities and actions.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 4 “Yoga of Renunciation of Actions in Knowledge” Verses 10, 11 & 12
Lecture discusses the technique of getting rid of attachment, fear and anger which are the root causes for all our sorrows and why most of us fail to practice it.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 4 “Yoga of Renunciation of Actions in Knowledge” Verses 7, 8 & 9 Lecture discusses the milestone verse “ Yada Yada Hi Dharmashya Glanir Bhavati Bharat…… Whenever there is decay of Dharma and Rise of Adharma I take birth time and again to protect the good doers and to destroy the evil doers”.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 4 “Yoga of Renunciation of Actions in Knowledge” Verses 4, 5 & 6 Lecture discusses Krishna’s statement that he and Arjuna had lived through many incarnations unlike Arjuna he remembers them all and why.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 4 “Yoga of Renunciation of Actions in Knowledge” Verses 1,2 & 3
Lecture discusses Lord Krishna’s promise that he will teach Arjuna his devotee and friend imperishable Yoga which is a great secret.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 3 “Yoga of Actions" (Karma Yoga), verses 41,42 & 43 Lecture summarizes the Chapter and discusses the last three verses identifying desire as our greatest enemy.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 3 “Yoga of Actions (Karma Yoga)” Verses 38,39 & 40
Lecture discusses seats of Desire and Anger our enemies within. The senses, mind and intellect are the seats where desire and anger reside and loot away our inner peace.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 3 “Yoga of Actions (Karma Yoga)” Verses 35,36 & 37
Lecture discusses the force of desire and anger which compels all sinners to commit sins in spite of their unwillingness to do so.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 3 “Yoga of Actions (Karma Yoga)” Verses 32,33 & 34
Lecture discusses the futility of restrain against one’s own nature and how to rise above likes and dislikes which act as enemies looting away one’s happiness.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 3 “Yoga of Actions (Karma Yoga)” Verses 29,30 & 31
Lecture discusses how one should perform actions in present without getting attached by offering all actions to the supreme self with faith to achieve freedom from bondage of past actions.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 3 “Yoga of Actions (Karma Yoga)” Verses 26,27 & 28
Lecture discusses how the inherent qualities of things and beings when come in contact with each other create actions. Knowing which a wise person does not get attached to the actions and achieve liberation from sorrows and unhappiness.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 3 “Yoga of Actions (Karma Yoga)” Verses 20 through 25
Lecture discusses the importance of appropriate actions even after achieving the highest goal in your life as to be a good role model for those who look up to you.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 3 “Yoga of Actions (Karma Yoga)” Verses 17, 18, & 19
Lecture discusses when does a person become free of any and all obligatory duties and how to achieve that state of existence.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 3 “Yoga of Actions (Karma Yoga)” Verses 13, 14, 15 & 16
Lecture discusses the cosmic cycle set in motion by the creator since the time of the creation of this universe and the significance of actions by the individuals to keep the cycle functioning properly for the greater good.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 3 “Yoga of Actions ( Karma Yoga)”Verses 9,10, 11 & 12
Lecture discusses the power of cooperative endeavors and theresponsibilities of an individual towards the society and the nature.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 3 “Yoga of Actions ( Karma Yoga)”Verses 5 through 8
Lecture discusses why Actions are unavoidable, how to act and what actions are to be performed.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 3 “Yoga of Actions ( Karma Yoga)” Verses 1 through 4
Lecture discusses Arjuna’s confusion about which path is right and Lord Krishna’s response that two paths are always available for self-realization, Path of Knowledge and Path of Selfless Actions.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 2 “Yoga of Knowledge (Sankhya)”Verses 70 through 72
Lecture discusses the concluding verses of Sankhya Yogadescribing the state of being one with the supreme - the Brahman.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 2 “Yoga of Knowledge (Sankhya)”Verses 67 through 69
Lecture discusses how a person of steady wisdom sees the world of objects as unreal and remains established in the awareness of his true self.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 2 “Yoga of Knowledge (Sankhya)”Verses 64 through 66
Lecture discusses how a person of steady wisdom achieves freedom, peace and comfort by controlling his senses.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 2 “Yoga of Knowledge (Sankhya)” Verses 61 through 63
Lecture discusses the ladder of fall for a person who does not avoid excessive attachment to the sense objects and how to avoid such attachments.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 2 “Yoga of Knowledge (Sankhya)” Verses 58 through 60
Lecture discusses the powerful attractions of sense objects to the senses and how to avoid undesirable attachments.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 2 “Yoga of Knowledge (Sankhya)” Verses 54 trough 57
Lecture discusses the qualities of a wise person whose mind and intellect remain steady in all situations whether conducive or unconducive.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 2 “Yoga of Knowledge (Sankhya)”Verses 51 through 53
Lecture discusses how a wise person by giving up the fruitsof actions reaches a state that is free from all sufferings and evils.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 2 “Yoga of Knowledge (Sankhya)” Verses 48 through 50
Lecture discusses two profound definitions of Yoga “Equanimity of mind is Yoga” and “Dexterity in actions is Yoga”.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 2 “Yoga of Knowledge (Sankhya)”Verses 44 through 47
Lecture discusses the one of the milestone verses inBhagavad Gita “Karmanyevadhikaraste Maphalesu kadachan………..” Your right is to act but never for the fruits ofyour actions.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 2 “Yoga of Knowledge (Sankhya)” Verses 39 through 43
Lecture discusses how application of self-knowledge relieves one from fear of wasted efforts and loss of direction. The lures of heavenly pleasures delude people and deprive them of the true knowledge.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 2 “Yoga of Knowledge (Sankhya)” Verses 35,36,37 & 38
Lecture discusses the mental attitude one should have in performing actions to achieve the best results.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 2 “Yoga of Knowledge (Sankhya)” Verses 32,33 & 34
Lecture discusses the importance of following one’s own nature. As acting against one’s own nature will ultimately lead to immeasurable sufferings.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 2 “Yoga of Knowledge (Sankhya)” Verses 29,30 & 31
Lecture discusses the expressions of seekers on learning about the nature of the self. Some see it in wonderment, some talk about it in amazement; some hear about it its wonderful nature and some become speechless on experiencing it. However no one understands its real nature.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 2 “Yoga of Knowledge (Sankhya)” Verses 23 through 28 Lecture discusses the nature of the self and how to differentiate it from the non-self.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 2 “Yoga of Knowledge (Sankhya)” Verses 20, 21 & 22
Lecture discusses the relationship of our body with our self. Just as we acquire new clothes when our old clothes get worn out the imperishable - self leaves the body that has become unsuitable and acquires a new body.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 2 “Yoga of Knowledge (Sankhya)” Verses 17,18 &19
Lecture discusses the imperishable nature of all pervading supreme self and perishable nature of names and forms perceived by the senses.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 2 “Yoga of Knowledge (Sankhya)” Verses 14,15 &16
Lecture discusses the nature of our experiences in life of pleasure and pain, heat and cold etc. and the guidance from Lord Krishna about how to deal with them.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 2 “Yoga of Knowledge (Sankhya)” Verses 7, 8,9 & 10 Lecture discusses Arjuna’s surrender to Krishna seeking his guidance as his disciple in dealing with the confusing situation he was facing on the battlefield.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 2 “Yoga of Knowledge (Sankhya)” Verses 7, 8,9 & 10 Lecture discusses Arjuna’s surrender to Krishna seeking his guidance as his disciple in dealing with the confusing situation he was facing on the battlefield.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 2 “Yoga of Knowledge (Sankhya)” Verses 4, 5 & 6
Lecture discusses Arjuna’s inability to decide intelligently how he should face the situation and perform his duties as the leader of his army.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 2 “Yoga of Knowledge (Sankhya)” Verses 1, 2 & 3 Lecture discusses the essence of Sankhya Philosophy and Lord Krishna’s initial response to Arjuna’s arguments for not fighting the war in the previous chapter.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 1 “Yoga of Arjuna’s Grief” Verses 44 through 47
Lecture discusses Arjuna’s final argument for not fighting the war and his declaration to Krishna that it will be better for him to die at the hands of Kauravas without resisting as he realized that fighting the war is getting involved in sin.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 1 “Yoga of Arjuna’s Grief” Verses 35 through 39
Lecture discusses Arjuna’s willingness to give up his life to avoid committing sin of waging war which destroys families.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 1 “Yoga of Arjuna’s Grief” Verses 31 through 34
Lecture discusses Arjuna’s conclusion that no good is going to come out of this war as the people for whom I wanted this kingdom and comforts are standing here ready to sacrifice their lives.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 1 “Yoga of Arjuna’s Grief” Verses 25 through 30
Lecture discusses Arjuna’s state of mind after he had a chance to review the people arrayed in both armies. He sees his kith and kin are standing there eager to kill each other.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 1 “Yoga of Arjuna’s Grief” Verses 19 through 24
Lecture discusses Arjuna’s state of mind when he asks Krishna to place his chariot in the middle of the two armies.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 1 "Yoga of Arjuna's Grief" Verses 13 through 18 Lecture discusses Pandava's response to the declaration of war with Bhisma blowing his conch and others in Kaurava army following him. Pandava army led by Krishna and Arjuna blow their own conches which create fear in the hearts of Kauravas.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 1 "Yoga of Arjuna's Grief" Verses 7 through 12 Lecture discusses Duryodhana's assessment of strengths of the two armies. He feels even though his army is larger it is insufficient while Pandava's army though smaller is sufficient.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 1 “Yoga of Arjuna’s Grief” Verses 1 through 6 Lecture discusses Dhritarashtra’s anxiety and Duryodhana’s insecurity when the two armies are facing each other just before the great Mahabharata war is declared.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 18 "Yoga of Liberation through Renunciation" Verses 74 through 78 Lecture discusses Sanjaya's concluding remarks and final statement that where there is Krishna, the Lord of Yoga and Arjuna, a man of action there are prosperity, victory, growth and steady policy.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 18 “Yoga of Liberation through Renunciation” Verses 70, 71,72& 73 Lecture discusses the significance of learning the knowledge of Bhagavad how even listening to the knowledge with faith can liberate one from the bondage of sorrows and limitations.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 18 “Yoga of Liberation through Renunciation” Verses 67, 68 & 69 Lecture discusses the importance of sharing the knowledge of Bhagavad Gita as teaching is twice learning.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 18 “Yoga of Liberation through Renunciation” Verses 64, 65 & 66
Lecture discusses the most quoted verse “ Sarva Dharman Parityjya Mamekam Sharanam Vraj – Abandon all Dharmas and seek refuge in me.” The verse is considered to be the summary verse of Bhagavad Gita.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 18 “Yoga of Liberation through Renunciation” Verses 61 through 63 Lecture discusses the concept of “God residing in the hearts of all beings” and the final advise from Lord Krishna to all the seekers of liberation from sorrows and limitations.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 18 “Yoga of Liberation through Renunciation” Verses 55 through 60 Lecture discusses how by devotion to the supreme one can overcome all obstacles in life and achieves supreme bliss but by egoism one decides to go against one’s essential nature one ends up doing what he avoids doing.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 18 “Yoga of Liberation through Renunciation” Verses 52,53, & 54 Lecture discusses the state of becoming aware of the supreme self which gives joy in pursuing the path of performing actions without attachment and desires.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 18 “Yoga of Liberation through Renunciation” Verses 49,50, & 51 Lecture discusses physical and mental control as the preparation for meditation to realize one’s true nature.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 18 “Yoga of Liberation through Renunciation” Verses 45,46,47 & 48 Lecture discusses the technic of performing actions in accordance with one’s own nature to gain the perfect happiness. For updated episode, please click on link - https://neilbhatt.podbean.com/e/episode-347-chapter-18-verses-43-44-and-45/
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 18 “Yoga of Liberation through Renunciation” Verses 40,41,42 & 43 Lecture discusses four different types of people in any society and why they are different from each other. For updated episode, please click on link - https://neilbhatt.podbean.com/e/episode-346-chapter-18-verses-40-41-and-42/
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 18 “Yoga of Liberation through Renunciation” Verses 36, 37, 38 & 39 Lecture discusses three types of Sukha - Happiness. Satvika – Sukha feels like poison in the beginning but in the end it feels like nectar. Rajasika – Sukha feels like nectar in the beginning but in the end it feels like poison Tamasika – Sukha feels like poison in the beginning and in the end also it feels like poison. For updated episode, please click on link - https://neilbhatt.podbean.com/e/episode-345-chapter-18-verses-36-39/
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 18 “Yoga of Liberation through Renunciation” Verses 33, 34,& 35 Lecture discusses three types of Dhruti - Fortitude. Satvika – Dhruti will make the mind focus, optimize the physiological functions in my body and will give capacity to overcome obstacles. Rajasika – Dhruti may give me success in life but not happiness & Tamasika – Dhrutii will not let me get out of fear, depression and arrogance. For updated episode, please click on link - https://neilbhatt.podbean.com/e/episode-344-chapter-18-verses-33-34-and-35/
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 18 “Yoga of Liberation through Renunciation” Verses 29, 30,31 & 32 Lecture discusses three types of intellect. Satvika – Buddhi will let me see things as they are and will guide me to right things. Rajasika – Buddhi will make me do things that will cause more sorrows and unhappiness and Tamasika – Buddhi will make me do things which are completely inappropriate. For updated episode please click on link - https://neilbhatt.podbean.com/e/episode-343-chapter-18-verses-29-32/
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 18 “Yoga of Liberation through Renunciation” Verses 26, 27 & 28 Lecture discusses three types of doers. Satvika – doers act without getting affected by success or failure, Rajasika – doers act because of desire to enjoy fruits of actions and Tamasika – doers act without any firm commitment or purity of purpose. For updated episode, please click on link - https://neilbhatt.podbean.com/e/episode-342-chapter-18-verses-26-27-and-28/
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 18 “Yoga of Liberation through Renunciation” Verses 19, 23, 24 & 25 Lecture discusses three types of actions. Satvika – actions create bliss and harmony, Rajasika – actions create agitations and Tamasika – actions create destruction and pain. For updated episode, please click on link - https://neilbhatt.podbean.com/e/episode-341-chapter-18-verses-22-25/
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 18 “Yoga of Liberation through Renunciation” Verses 19, 20, 21 & 22 Lecture discusses three types of knowledge. Satvika – Pure knowledge leads to the understanding of unity, Rajasika – Passionate knowledge creates duality and Tamasika – Dull knowledge creates delusion. For updated episode, please click on link - https://neilbhatt.podbean.com/e/episode-340-chapter-18-verses-19-20-and-21/
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 18 “Yoga of Liberation through Renunciation” Verses 16, 17 & 18 Lecture discusses three propellers of actions i.e. Knowledge, the object t to be known and the knower. For updated episode, please click on link - https://neilbhatt.podbean.com/e/episode-339-chapter-18-verses-16-17-and-18/
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 18 “Yoga of Liberation through Renunciation” Verses 13, 14 & 15 Lecture discusses five constituent causes required for any action. Understanding them can give us the path to liberate ourselves from the bondage of our actions. For updated episode, please click on link - https://neilbhatt.podbean.com/e/episode-338-chapter-18-verses-13-14-and-15/
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 18 “Yoga of Liberation through Renunciation” Verses 10, 11& 12 Lecture discusses how a Satvika Tyagi by giving up anxiety for the fruits of actions become a sanyasi and liberates himself from the bondage of actions. For updated episode, please click on link - https://neilbhatt.podbean.com/e/episode-337-chapter-18-verses-10-11-and-12/
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 18 “Yoga of Liberation through Renunciation” Verses 7, 8 & 9 Lecture discusses three types of “Tyaga” i.e. Tamsika out of delusion, Rajsika out of fear and Sattvika with right under understanding. For updates episode, please click on link - https://neilbhatt.podbean.com/e/episode-336-chapter-18-verses-7-8-and-9/
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 18 “Yoga of Liberation through Renunciation” Verses 4, 5 & 6 Lecture discusses Krishna’s Doctrine of “Karmaphal Tyaga” as the path to achieve supreme bliss. For updated episode, please click on link - https://neilbhatt.podbean.com/e/episode-335-chapter-18-verses-4-5-and-6/
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 18 “Yoga of Liberation through Renunciation” Verses 1, 2 & 3 Lecture discusses difference between Tyaga – giving up and Sanyasa - renunciation. For updated episode, please click on link - https://neilbhatt.podbean.com/e/episode-334-chapter-18-verses-1-2-and-3/
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 17 “Yoga of Threefold Faith” Verses 26, 27 & 28 Lecture discusses the conclusion of three fold faiths with a caution that any sacrifice, austerity or charity done without faith becomes worthless action and does not yield intended results here or hereafter. For updated episode, please click on link - https://neilbhatt.podbean.com/e/episode-333-chapter-17-verses-26-27-and-28/
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 17 “Yoga of Threefold Faith” Verses 23, 24 & 25 Lecture discusses the great “niredsha vakya” – indicative statement “Om Tat Sat” OM is the ultimate truth.
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 17 “Yoga of Threefold Faith” Verses 20, 21 & 22 Lecture discusses three types of charities people make and who benefits from those charities and how. Not all charities are desirable some are out rightly forbidden. For updated episode, please click on link - https://neilbhatt.podbean.com/e/episode-331-chapter-17-verses-20-21-and-22/
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 17 “Yoga of Threefold Faith” Verses 17,18 & 19 Lecture discusses everlasting benefits of austerities performed with pure intentions on mind and intellect that can lead to ever lasting peace whereas the austerities performed to achieve material gains and powers can lead to pain and agitation. For updated episode, please click on link - https://neilbhatt.podbean.com/e/episode-330-chapter-17-verses-17-18-and-19/
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 17 “Yoga of Threefold Faith” Verses 14,15 & 16 Lecture discusses types of Tapas - disciplines we should practice at Physical, Mental and Speech level to achieve purity of mind which is a prerequisite in all spiritual practices. For updated episode, please click on link - https://neilbhatt.podbean.com/e/episode-329-chapter-17-verses-14-15-16/
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 17 “Yoga of Threefold Faith” Verses 11,12 & 13 Lecture discusses the influence of one’s faith on the actions he performs and sacrifices he makes and how that affects his chances of achieving the ever lasting peace. For updated episode please click on link - https://neilbhatt.podbean.com/e/episode-328-chapter-17-verses-11-12-and-13/
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 17 “Yoga of Threefold Faith” Verses 7,8,9,10 Lecture discusses three types of food that people like in accordance with the predominance of Satva, Rajas or Tamas in their mental makeup. For updated episode, please click on link - https://neilbhatt.podbean.com/e/episode-327-chapter-17-verses-7-10/
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 17 “Yoga of Threefold Faith” Verses 4,5,6 Lecture discusses three types of faith in accordance with the predominance of Satva, Rajas or Tamas in a person’s mental makeup. For updated episode, please click on link - https://neilbhatt.podbean.com/e/episode-326-chapter-17-verses-5-and-6/
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 17 “Yoga of Threefold Faith” Verses 1,2,3 Lecture discusses the nature of faith in a person who does not depend on the traditional books of wisdom to determine what to do and what not to do. For updated episode, please click on link - https://neilbhatt.podbean.com/e/episode-325-chapter-17-verses-1-4/
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 16 “Yoga of Divine and Devilish Estates” Verses 22, 23, & 24 Lecture discusses Lord Krishna’s advice to follow the scriptures to decide what to do and what not to do in life here and now to achieve the happiness and the supreme goal of liberation from limitations. For updated episode, please click on link - https://neilbhatt.podbean.com/e/episode-323-chapter-16-verses-20-21-and-22/ and https://neilbhatt.podbean.com/e/episode-324-chapter-16-verses-23-and-24/
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 16 “Yoga of Divine and Devilish Estates” Verses 19, 20, & 21 Lecture discusses three negative tendencies – lust, anger and greed which make people go through hellish experiences in life and therefore in order to achieve happiness one must avoid them. For updated episode, please click on link - https://neilbhatt.podbean.com/e/episode-322-chapter-16-verses-17-18-and-19/ and https://neilbhatt.podbean.com/e/episode-323-chapter-16-verses-20-21-and-22/
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 16 “Yoga of Divine and Devilish Estates” Verses 16, 17, & 18 Lecture discusses how our ego boosted by the negative tendencies makes us believe that our identification with our accomplishments and achievements will make us happy but in reality we end up in immeasurable worries. For updated episode please click on link - https://neilbhatt.podbean.com/e/episode-321-chapter-16-verses-14-15-and-16/ and https://neilbhatt.podbean.com/e/episode-322-chapter-16-verses-17-18-and-19/
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 16 “Yoga of Divine and Devilish Estates” Verses 13, 14, & 15 Lecture discusses how negative tendencies make us believe that we are in control of our lives and our actions are helping us achieving security but in reality these tendencies are binding us to more unhappiness and insecurities. For updated episode, please click on link - https://neilbhatt.podbean.com/e/episode-320-chapter-16-verses-1112-and-13/ and https://neilbhatt.podbean.com/e/episode-321-chapter-16-verses-14-15-and-16/
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 16 “Yoga of Divine and Devilish Estates” Verses 10, 11, & 12 Lecture discusses how negative – Asuric tendencies make people behave in a manner that binds him to numerous bondages and leads to his destruction. For updated episode, please click on link https://neilbhatt.podbean.com/e/episode-319-chapter-16-verses-8-9-and-10/ and https://neilbhatt.podbean.com/e/episode-320-chapter-16-verses-1112-and-13/
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 16 “Yoga of Divine and Devilish Estates” Verses 7, 8, & 9 Lecture discusses how to detect negative – Asuric tendencies in our personality which cause sorrows and unhappiness. For updated episode, please click on link - https://neilbhatt.podbean.com/e/episode-318-chapter-16-verses-56-and-7/ and https://neilbhatt.podbean.com/e/episode-319-chapter-16-verses-8-9-and-10/
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 16 “Yoga of Divine and Devilish Estates” Verses 4, 5, & 6 Lecture discusses five negative tendencies born out of ignorance in human personality which bind them to the limited ego and cause sorrows and unhappiness. For updated episode, please click on link - https://neilbhatt.podbean.com/e/episode-318-chapter-16-verses-56-and-7/
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 16 “Yoga of Divine and Devilish Estates” Verses 1, 2, & 3 Lecture discusses twenty six qualities one can cultivate to live a divine life to liberate oneself from the bondage of the ego and egocentric desires. For updated episode, please click on link - https://neilbhatt.podbean.com/e/episode-317-chapter-16-verses-1-4/
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 15 “Purusottama Yoga - Yoga of the Supreme Self” Verses 18, 19,& 20 Lecture discusses the nature of Purushottama – the Supreme Consciousness which transcends both the perishable Prakriti – manifest matter and the imperishable but conditioned consciousness. For updated episode, please click on link - https://neilbhatt.podbean.com/e/episode-316-chapter-15-verses-19-and-20/
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 15 “Purusottama Yoga - Yoga of the Supreme Self” Verses 15, 16,& 17 Lecture discusses presence of the Supreme Purusha at the core of all beings and the truth that the Supreme Purusha transcends both the perishable world and its imperishable substratum - the consciousness. For updated episode, please click on link - https://neilbhatt.podbean.com/e/episode-315-chapter-15-verses-13-18/
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 15 “Purusottama Yoga - Yoga of the Supreme Self” Verses 11, 12,13 & 14 Lecture discusses the omnipresence of the supreme being in all aspects of our life and how the supreme being supports all our activities and perceptions. For updated episode, please click on link - https://neilbhatt.podbean.com/e/episode-314-chapter-15-verses-10-11-and-12/
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 15 “Purusottama Yoga - Yoga of the Supreme Self” Verses 7, 8,9 & 10 Lecture discusses How an eternal portion of the Supreme Self becomes a limited Jiva, an individual and how the Supreme Self can be realized by an individual. For updated episode, please click on link - https://neilbhatt.podbean.com/e/episode-313-chapter15-verses-7-8-and-9/ and https://neilbhatt.podbean.com/e/episode-314-chapter-15-verses-10-11-and-12/
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 15 “Purusottama Yoga - Yoga of the Supreme Self” Verses 4, 5 & 6 Lecture discusses the state of existence where the individual ego recognizes that it is nothing but part of the all-pervading self and overcome all its limitations. For updated episode, please click on link - https://neilbhatt.podbean.com/e/episode-312-chapter-15-verses-4-5-and-6/
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 15 “Purusottama Yoga - Yoga of the Supreme Self” Verses 1, 2 & 3 Lecture discusses the source of all beings in the Supreme Un-manifest Self - the Purusottama using the metaphor of an upside down tree which has branches below and roots up above. For updated episode, please click on link - https://neilbhatt.podbean.com/e/episode-311-chapter-15-verses-1-2-and-3/
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 14 “Yoga of the Three Modes of Material Nature” Verses 24, 25, 26 & 27 Lecture discusses how a person who transcends the three Gunas of the Prakriti becomes one with the Supreme all-pervading perfect self. For updated episode, please click on link - https://neilbhatt.podbean.com/e/episode-309-chapter-14-verses-22-23-and-24/ and https://neilbhatt.podbean.com/e/episode-310-chapter-14-verses-25-26-and-27/
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 14 “Yoga of the Three Modes of Material Nature” Verses 21, 22, & 23 Lecture discusses the characteristics and behavior of a person who has transcended the three Gunas as recommended by Lord Krishna to all the seekers of liberation. For updated episode, please click on link - https://neilbhatt.podbean.com/e/episode-308-chapter-14-verses-20-and-21/ and https://neilbhatt.podbean.com/e/episode-309-chapter-14-verses-22-23-and-24/
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 14 “Yoga of the Three Modes of Material Nature” Verses 18,19,& 20 Lecture discusses how the predominance of Stava, Rajas or Tamas in my mind result either in progress or regress in our spiritual evolution and how we can go beyond the effects of the Gunas. For updated episodes please click on links: https://neilbhatt.podbean.com/e/episode-307-chapter-14-verses-18-19-and-20/
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 14 “Yoga of the Three Modes of Material Nature” Verses 15,16,& 17 Lecture discusses how we can use the understandings of the “Three Gunas” to cleanse our Antahkarana the internal instrument - the mind and intellect for our spiritual evolution. For updated episode, please click on link - https://neilbhatt.podbean.com/e/episode-306-chapter-14-verses-15-16-and-17/
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 14 “Yoga of the Three Modes of Material Nature” Verses 12,13,& 14 Lecture discusses Expressions of Satva, Rajas and Tamas in our mind and how the mood of our mind at the time of death determines our next birth. For updated episode, please click on link - https://neilbhatt.podbean.com/e/episode-304-chapter-14-verses-10-11-and-12/ and https://neilbhatt.podbean.com/e/episode-305-chapter-14-verses-13-and-14/
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 14 “Yoga of the Three Modes of Material Nature” Verses 9,10,& 11 Lecture discusses How Satva, Rajas and Tamas bind the pure consciousness with the Prakriti and create identification with the limited self. For updated episode, please click on link - https://neilbhatt.podbean.com/e/episode-304-chapter-14-verses-10-11-and-12/