Podcasts about Arjuna

“Arjuna said: The sun-god Vivasvan is senior by birth to You. How am I to understand that in the beginning You instructed this science to him?” (Bhagavad-gita, 4.4)

What does it mean to act with wisdom—and make every moment sacred? In Chapter 4 of the Bhagavad Gita, Krishna reveals how true wisdom isn't passive—it's a call to action. He teaches Arjuna how knowledge, action, and sacrifice are deeply intertwined, offering a timeless guide for navigating moral crises with clarity and courage. Today, we explore how these teachings apply to your modern life, showing you how to transform every choice, breath, and moment into an offering aligned with your highest purpose. Here's what you'll learn:

On this season of Live Vedanta, we're distilling the Shrimad Bhagavad Gita into its 70 essential verses. In Essential Verse 3 (Chapter 2, Verse 7), we explore the theme of fearlessness as Arjuna, overwhelmed by the thought of war, turns to Divinity for clarity and guidance. When we admit that relying solely on intellect hasn't shown us our purpose, we open ourselves to spiritual growth by becoming humble disciples.➡️ To maximize your experience of this season, we encourage you to request your FREE copy of the Essential Love eBook. Incorporating accessible translations and practical application, the eBook accompanies each episode with additional ways to learn, synthesize, and reflect on key insights.

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We return to the Bhagavad Gita. In chapter 9 Krishna teaches Arjuna that the secret of life is devotion, Bhakti Yoga!

In this moving episode, we revisit a lesser-known but deeply powerful story from the Mahabharata — a story that shows the compassion hidden within divine destiny.As preparations for the Kurukshetra war began, elephants were used to clear the forest to create the battlefield. In this destruction, a mother bird and her two tiny chicks lost their home when their nest fell from a tree. Helpless and frightened, the mother bird flew to Krishna, who was surveying the battlefield with Arjuna. She pleaded for her children's lives.Krishna gently explained that fate cannot be altered — if they were destined to perish, they would. But the little bird, filled with pure devotion, surrendered the life of her children at Krishna's feet, trusting Him completely. Krishna remained silent, and the bird flew away with faith.On the eve of the great battle, Krishna did something unexpected: He asked Arjuna for his bow and arrow. Though Krishna had promised not to fight in the war, Arjuna handed it over. Krishna shot an arrow at an elephant — but instead of striking the animal, it hit only the bell on the elephant's neck, knocking it down. Arjuna thought it was a miss, and the moment passed.Eighteen days later, after the war ended, the battlefield was filled with the fallen — men, animals, and shattered weapons. Krishna asked Arjuna to lift a bell lying on the ground. When Arjuna picked it up, he discovered the mother bird and her four chicks alive beneath it. Krishna's single action — shooting down the bell — had formed a shield that protected the family throughout the entire war

Wakil Ketua DPRD Kota Sibolga, Jamil Zeb Tumori, mengecam keras aksi pengeroyokan terhadap seorang musafir bernama Arjuna (21) yang tewas setelah dianiaya warga akibat tuduhan mencuri celengan di Masjid Agung Sibolga. Dalam wawancara bersama News Anchor Suwiryo di Radio Elshinta Edisi Pagi, Jamil menegaskan peristiwa ini dipicu informasi keliru dan meminta penegakan hukum dilakukan seadil-adilnya.

Join us on a transformative journey through the Bhagavad Gita as we explore the profound wisdom of transcending delusion. In this enlightening podcast, we delve into the teachings of Lord Krishna, who guides Arjuna on the path to spiritual liberation by overcoming the confusion and attachments that bind us to material existence.Discover the key to attaining a steadfast intellect, known as Stithaprajnya, and learn how to navigate the dense forest of delusion, or Moha Kalilam. Krishna's teachings in verses 2.51-2.54 illuminate the path of Buddhi Yoga, emphasizing detachment from the fruits of our actions as a way to rise above desires and achieve clarity. By aligning with Krishna's divine wisdom, we can cultivate equanimity (samatvam) and steady our intellect to transcend life's distractions.Through the insights of renowned spiritual masters like Swami Vivekananda and Adi Shankaracharya, we explore the importance of transcending delusion in the pursuit of spiritual growth. Practical guidance is offered on how to perform duties without attachment, cultivate clarity, and develop unwavering wisdom.This episode also addresses Arjuna's poignant question about recognizing a Stithaprajnya, one who has transcended delusion and achieved a steady state of wisdom. Krishna explains that true spiritual attainment resides within and cannot be judged by external appearances. Drawing inspiration from examples like Ramana Maharshi, we highlight how inner transformation is the essence of spiritual growth.Join us on this illuminating journey as we unravel the transformative power of Krishna's timeless teachings. Discover how to break free from the cycles of confusion and attachment and embark on the path to spiritual liberation. With Krishna as your guide, learn how to achieve inner peace and steadfast wisdom through the practices of Karma Yoga, detachment, and surrender.Tune in now and take the first step toward overcoming the illusions that bind you, as we unlock the secrets to attaining clarity, equanimity, and liberation through the profound teachings of the Bhagavad Gita.krsnadaasa (Servant of Krishna)Full transcript can be found here: Chapter 2: Transcending Delusion: Sankhya Yoga: Shlokas 51 to 54 - Pragmatic Bhagavad Gita

“I have in the past addressed You as ‘O Krishna,' ‘O Yadava,' ‘O my friend,' without knowing Your glories. Please forgive whatever I may have done in madness or in love. I have dishonored You many times while relaxing or while lying on the same bed or eating together, sometimes alone and sometimes in front of many friends. Please excuse me for all my offenses.” (Arjuna, Bhagavad-gita, 11.41-42)

In deze aflevering spreekt Piek Knijff met Munish Ramlal , ombudsman van de Metropool Amsterdam, over macht en tegenmacht, bureaucratisch onrecht en Hindoeïstische filosofie. Jip schuift aan.In deze aflevering komen de volgende namen voorbij:Alex Brenninkmeijer (oud-ombudsman)Shantie Singh (schrijver en theatermaker)Ken Loach (regisseur)Jürgen Habermas (filosoof)Jamie Susskind (schrijver en advocaat)Shoshana Zuboff (schrijver en filosoof)Krishna (Hindoeïstische godheid)Arjuna (grote held uit de epos Mahabharata)Helena Blavatsky (grondlegger van de theosofie)Pythagoras (filosoof en wiskundige)Immanuel Kant (filosoof)Net als deze boeken:Future Politics: Living Together in a World Transformed by Tech - Jamie Susskind (2022)The Age of Surveillance Capitalism - Shoshana Zuboff (2019)The History of Dharmaśāstra - Pandurang Vaman Kane (1930-1962)Bhagavad Gītā - onderdeel van de epos MahabharataBraiding Sweetgrass - Robin Wall Kimmerer (2020)Ook wordt er verwezen naar de podcastaflevering met Pauline van Dongen .———————————Dit gesprek is opgenomen op 26 september 2025.Host: Piek KnijffRedactie: Team Filosofie in actieStudio en montage: De PodcastersTune: Uma van WingerdenArtwork: Hans Bastmeijer – Servion StudioWil je nog ergens over napraten? Dat kan! Neem contact op via info@filosofieinactie.nl. Meer weten over Filosofie in actie en onze werkzaamheden? Bezoek dan onze website of volg onze LinkedIn-pagina .

A Joyful Opportunity On a certain level, we human beings are quite an accomplished species. And this is because there is a key part to our consciousness that is always trying to improve, always trying to make things better. We call this our striving mind and without it, we'd still be living up in trees, let alone in caves. But like every other part of our awareness this can be a real double-edged sword, causing us every bit as much suffering as it does happiness. But when it comes to striving, it so happens that we have another part of our awareness that is on a completely different wavelength and we're going to examine this unique level of awareness in our episode today. The Transformative Value of Making Effort To begin, I once read of a conversation between Ted Turner and Captain Jacques Cousteau. They were traveling together on the Calypso, and everywhere they went, they saw the same thing — garbage and pollution everywhere, forests stripped bare, and the ocean losing its color along with its sea life. Turner turned to Cousteau and said, "Captain, I'm getting discouraged." And Cousteau, as I remember it, responded with something like: "Don't do that. Even if we knew without a doubt that we were going to fail, and that our efforts would be to no avail, we would still carry on — and we would do it with joy in our hearts, grateful for the blessing of having been given the gift of serving the highest good." I have no idea how long ago I read that or where, but as you can tell, I placed it on a high shelf in my mind's personal hall of fame. The simple truth of that idea has never left me, because it brings up the essence of what is known in Universal Wisdom as selfless service — the act of doing something purely for the sake of serving the higher good. And that kind of action can be transformative on many levels. When we serve something larger than ourselves, the very act of making our best effort — regardless of whether or not it will succeed — becomes the place where meaning and grace merge. There's a particular kind of beauty in that moment when a person realizes that the offering of trying itself is sacred. What Cousteau offered Turner, and what is being offered to us still, is not merely an argument for optimism but a reminder of the sacredness and purity of serving the highest. Even when the world may seem irredeemably broken, the act of caring — of showing up, of doing one's part with the highest intention, even with love, if possible — has the power to change the very fabric of our own being. It can turn despair into service, and on some deep level, the river of service eventually flows into the river of joy. The Meaning of Effort This kind of effort is very different from the frantic strivings of self-serving ambition. It's more like a deliberate and wholehearted engagement with life itself. Although we live in a culture that tends to measure worth by results: grades, profits, likes, followers, medals and the like, there is a deeper truth beneath those surface metrics. On a neurological level, the right kind of effort can lead to a profound biochemical affirmation of purpose. Every time we take action toward something meaningful, the brain's reward system releases small waves of dopamine, which noticeably increases when we are engaged in an activity for the higher good. This is what neuroscientists call the reward prediction system. It's the brain's way of saying: keep going — this really matters.   The Inner Alchemy The transformative value of effort lies in this invisible alchemy: we are changed not by the reward, but by the rhythm of trying. Each time we resist the pull of doubt, resignation, or failure, we strengthen the neural pathways that connect intention to perseverance. It is the inner moral equivalent of muscle growth. Within the framework of neuroplasticity, the fibers of attention, will, and patience are slowly woven together through repetition and sincere effort. The ancients knew this long before neuroscience gave it language. The Bhagavad Gita reminds us, "You have the right to your actions, but not to the fruits of your actions." Krishna's counsel to Arjuna was not a cold command of detachment—it was a revelation of liberation: that freedom is born when effort itself becomes an offering, a form of devotion. When we engage fully, without clinging to the outcome, we step into a sacred rhythm of creation. In that rhythm, the mind begins to quiet, the heart steadies, and the soul recognizes itself in the very act of striving with surrendered effort. The Sacred Practice of Trying Sometimes we come to believe that trying and failing is our lot in life—that, like Sisyphus, we are doomed to endless futility. Yet the capacity to keep trying, especially when the outcome is uncertain, is one of the most noble signs of an awakened life. The Stoics taught that to love the effort itself—even when the result remains unseen—is to live in harmony with the deeper order of things. To persist with grace is not naïve optimism; it is a conscious alignment with what is true and life-giving. When we learn to love our higher efforts, our joy is no longer hostage to the world's approval. Instead, we begin to feel a quiet, inner strength in the act of being faithful to our own higher purpose.   The Neuroscience of Purpose Modern neuroscience offers an intriguing mirror to these timeless truths. Studies from Stanford, Harvard, and the Max Planck Institute reveal that when people engage in purposeful effort—especially acts rooted in compassion, creativity, or mastery—the brain's prefrontal cortex begins to synchronize with deeper limbic structures such as the amygdala and hippocampus. This state of alignment produces what researchers call harmonic resonance—a condition in which emotion and reason cease to be adversaries and become partners in coherence. This, at its essence, is what the NeuroHarmonic Method is all about: aligning the hemispheres, unifying the self, and transforming the inner world into a harmmonic field of peace. The effect is truly transformative on every level of life. A Story of Renewal Over the past several years, I've been a consultant to a halfway house for men in recovery from substance abuse and alcoholism and have been privileged to witness this profound change with many of them. The recovery process can often feel exhausting because so often, it involves the process of beginning again—to stand once more at the foot of the mountain after another slipup or setback. But once the neurology is in place, beginning again stops feeling like failure. It becomes an empowering expression of perseverance, expressing the resilience of inner faith in motion. With that change, each new beginning continues to rewire the brain and the days become less defined by the past and more attuned to the present. In short, the brain learns hope by practicing it. The NeuroHarmonic View From the NeuroHarmonic perspective, the right kind of effort is the music of transformation. The circuitry of the self begins to shift from fragmentation to harmony. The fear of failure grows more quiet and the higher mind, which delights in growth, begins to lead. The surrendered act of trying becomes a note in the great symphony of becoming—proof that the universe responds not to perfection, but to sincerity. The Gift of Serving the Highest The words attributed to Cousteau remind us that joy can coexist with uncertainty. We don't serve because we know we will succeed or because we anticipate the rewards of success. This is larger than just the striving mind. We act because we feel called to serve. To act on behalf of life, love, and truth—even in a broken world—is to affirm the sacred pulse of existence itself. The paradox is that in surrendering, we become most effective. Our energy stops fragmenting into worry and begins to flow as calm, clear intention. In this way, the wave finds peace by realizing it belongs to the ocean. And in that recognition, effort transforms into offering, and service becomes joy. Closing Reflection So, when you feel weary of trying—when the world's noise or your own doubts pull you toward hopelessness or despair—remember this: according to the universal wisdom of human growth, effort is never wasted. Every time you offer your best, no matter how small the act, something deep within you expands and grows. The act of trying is itself a prayer. It aligns you with the rhythm of creation, the current of compassion, and the unseen architecture of renewal. To make effort in this way—with joy in your heart—is to live as if the Divine were watching from within, and not only watching, but smiling. Because in the end, the one who makes effort in this surrendered way has already succeeded in the only way that truly matters. The NeuroHarmonic Perspective On the deepest level, neuroscience reveals that the process of making meaningful effort activates the same neural pathways associated with pleasure and purpose. The act of trying itself sends a signal to the brain that life still holds meaning. It's as though the brain whispers, "You are alive, and your choices matter." When we understand this, even small acts—cleaning a space, comforting a friend, or returning to a state of inner balance regardless of externals, become deep neurological affirmations. Each one reinforces a living pattern that says, "I am engaged with life. I am participating in something greater than guilt, doubt, or fear." The Higher Labor of Liberation This is why the great spiritual masters of every age have emphasized right action over right results. The Gita, the Tao, the Sermon on the Mount—each reveals the same paradox: that higher labor leads to liberation, and serenity is born through sincere effort. When we act with a purity of intent untethered from personal gain, something profound occurs within us. The brain begins to synchronize effort with meaning, generating a sense of coherence that modern psychologists now recognize as essential to well-being. It's not merely what we do, but the state of consciousness in which we do it that determines the depth of our fulfillment. The Gentle Nature of True Perseverance Now, when discouragement arises—as it inevitably will—it is not a failure of strength, but a momentary forgetting of this higher truth. And here's the wonder if it all: the human nervous system is built for adaptation. It can absolutely remember to walk on the high road again. That's why true perseverance can be so remarkably gentle, rather than forceful. It listens inwardly. It knows when to rest, when to breathe, and when to begin again. And in that transformation, we witness the remarkable miracle as the brain literally rewires itself for resilience, encoding the pattern of true inner evolution. And perhaps this is the quiet secret behind every genuine awakening: the recognition that persistence, when joined with grace, is not about merely enduring — it is transforming. The Company of Saints and Scientists To make effort without attachment in this way is to walk in the company of saints and scientists alike for both seek truth beyond outcome. Both are fueled by creativity as well as devotion. When a musician practices scales, a gardener tends the soil, or a recovering soul makes it through another day sober — each is performing an act of faith disguised as making effort. And the joy lies not only in successful resolution but more importantly, in active participation. In the willingness to be part of the unfolding harmony of life.   The Neurology of Wholehearted Effort As a kind of neural validation, imaging studies reveal that in moments of wholehearted effort, there is increased connectivity between the anterior cingulate cortex—the region responsible for emotional regulation—and the insula, which monitors bodily awareness. This means that surrendered effort literally harmonizes thought and feeling, creating what might be called a neurological symphony. In these states, time itself seems to soften. Effort and ease merge. The boundary between the doer and the doing begins to dissolve, and we experience what mystics have long described as unity: the seamless flow in which action, awareness, and presence become one. Neuroplasticity in Motion In essence, this is neuroplasticity in action. Each new beginning sends a small electrical signal through the prefrontal cortex, quietly strengthening the pathways of intuitive understanding. Even in moments of weakness, the brain begins remembering strength. Even when a certain part of the ordinary mind generates doubts, the neurons keep learning hope. That's how transformation really happens through faithful and surrendered repetition of meaningful effort. The Quiet Joy of Service And over time, we begin to understand that serving the highest does not require heroism. More often, it reveals itself in small, unseen acts of kindness, in quiet endurance, or in the patient willingness to keep learning. In those humble moments, the joy Cousteau spoke of—the joy of service—rises like a tide. It is the joy of knowing that life itself is the master artist, and we can be the masterpiece. For when we stop trying to control the painting and instead give ourselves wholly to each stroke, the brush moves through us with grace. Effort becomes art, and service becomes beauty in motion.   Love in Motion So if you'd like, consider this larger understanding — drawn from Universal Wisdom and now validated by modern brain science: real service is higher love in motion. Every breath that reaches for harmony, every attempt to mend what is broken, every act that restores humanity, is all part of a greater intelligence continuously unfolding through us. When we make our efforts with conscious awareness, we become conduits for grace. And even if the outer world never notices, the inner universe expands just the same — because nothing is ever lost wherever love is expressed through our thoughts, our words, and our deeds. Closing Well, this has been a lot to digest, so let's end the episode here. As always, keep your eyes, your mind, and your heart open — and let's get together in the next one.

Do you ever feel like you're just spinning your wheels? You're working hard, trying to do the right thing, but you still end up feeling stressed, anxious, and bound by the results of your actions. What if there was a way to act with perfect excellence that actually liberated you instead of binding you further?In the Bhagavad Gita, Shri Krishna reveals this profound secret to Arjuna on the battlefield. He calls it Kaushalam, a divine skillfulness that transforms work into worship. This isn't just about being good at your job; it's about mastering the art of Kaushalam in every part of your life.In This Episode, You'll Discover:The true meaning of yogaḥ karmasu kauśalam (Gita 2.50) and how it redefines "yoga" for the modern world.How Samatvam (equanimity) is the essential first step. We'll explore what it really means to be "equal in success and failure" without becoming a robot.Why Shri Krishna calls people who chase results "miserly" and how to escape this poverty-consciousness.The "two hands" of the spiritual archer. We'll use the beautiful analogy from the text to understand how Buddhi Yoga (the hand of skill) and Surrender (the hand of release) must work together.The revolutionary idea that a skillful person transcends both good and bad karma.Practical ways to start practicing the art of Kaushalam today, whether you're in a boardroom or washing dishes.This conversation dives deep into the heart of Karma Yoga. We'll connect the dots between verse 2.48's call for equanimity, verse 2.49's refuge in Buddhi (intelligence), and verse 2.50's ultimate promise of Kaushalam. This is the path from being a "reactor" to life to becoming a conscious, skillful creator of your own experience.Join me as we learn how to stop being victims of our actions and start becoming masters of this divine, liberating skill.krsnadaasa (Servant of Krishna)https://pragmaticgita.com

“Abandon all varieties of religion and just surrender unto Me. I shall deliver you from all sinful reaction. Do not fear.” (Lord Krishna, Bhagavad-gita, 18.66)

Jīva Goswāmī says that this verse, "Sarva-dharmān parityajya," is the solace of all devotees, and they think about it again and again: "How Kṛṣṇa, by speaking this verse to Arjuna, saved the whole world!" If you ever fear, feel left out, frustrated, abused, confused, or angry with your lot in life, consider this verse. And consider Draupadi putting our hands high in the air and saying, "He Govinda!" This is the sum and substance of the teachings of the Bhagavad Gītā: "To seriously consider surrendering completely to Kṛṣṇa". We may feel, as Prabhupāda mentioned in the purport, "How might I do this?" But he says, "Such a consideration is useless. Just do it." And if you can't do it, as my mom used to tell me, "Why don't you sit there and think about it?" It's an amazing experience if you think about this verse. If you sit down to chant Hare Kṛṣṇa, and then you think, "Sarva-dharmān parityajya. Kṛṣṇa is the Supreme Personality of Godhead. I'm helpless. He's offering to handle all my affairs. What if I really did surrender? What if I just let go of every conception of helping myself? And I simply thought, Kṛṣṇa, I leave it all to you. I'm sold out 100% to you, and I'll just live my life like that from now on." If you just think about it, you'll feel exhilarated. You might not even do it in that very second, but thinking about it and doing it is almost exactly the same thing.Therefore, Kṛṣṇa saved us. He saved the whole world just by speaking this verse. And if you can put it in a locket around your neck—if you can imprint it on your consciousness and breathe it at every moment and think, "My only solace in life is Kṛṣṇa speaking this verse and offering me an opportunity to accept Him wholly and solely as my maintainer, protector, and the soul of my soul"—that's where real happiness will come from. (excerpt from the talk) ------------------------------------------------------------ To connect with His Grace Vaiśeṣika Dāsa, please visit https://www.fanthespark.com/next-steps/ask-vaisesika-dasa/ ------------------------------------------------------------ Add to your wisdom literature collection: https://iskconsv.com/book-store/ https://www.bbtacademic.com/books/ https://thefourquestionsbook.com/ ------------------------------------------------------------ Join us live on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FanTheSpark/ Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sound-bhakti/id1132423868 For the latest videos, subscribe https://www.youtube.com/@FanTheSpark For the latest in SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/fan-the-spark ------------------------------------------------------------ #kartikimmersionretreat #spiritualawakening #soul #spiritualexperience #spiritualpurposeoflife #spiritualgrowthlessons #secretsofspirituality #vaisesikaprabhu #vaisesikadasa #vaisesikaprabhulectures #spirituality #bhaktiyoga #krishna #spiritualpurposeoflife #krishnaspirituality #spiritualusachannel #whybhaktiisimportant #whyspiritualityisimportant #vaisesika #spiritualconnection #thepowerofspiritualstudy #selfrealization #spirituallectures #spiritualstudy #spiritualquestions #spiritualquestionsanswered #trendingspiritualtopics #fanthespark #spiritualpowerofmeditation #spiritualteachersonyoutube #spiritualhabits #spiritualclarity #bhagavadgita #srimadbhagavatam #spiritualbeings #kttvg #keepthetranscendentalvibrationgoing #spiritualpurpose

Shunyamurti reveals why the Bhagavad Gita is a time-released teaching—a terma designed for this very moment at the end of Kali Yuga. We are all Arjuna now, standing on the battlefield of the soul, faced with the choice: surrender the reins to God or remain trapped in the ego's illusions. In this powerful satsang, Shunyamurti explains Krishna's first instructions to Arjuna: do not mourn, endure all conditions, discover the indestructible Self, and fight the only battle that matters—the inner war against ignorance and ego.

Write in @ FFWC23@gmail.com we need those questions!On this weeks War Council we talk the week 6 battles, with those winners and losers.   we also make our week 7 Pick em and talk News all while i have NO voice! im sooo sorry Mortals.

In this episode of the Free Radical Podcast, Swami Padmanabha sits down with Arjuna—devotee, podcaster, and creator of Theology Unleashed. Based in Auckland, New Zealand, Arjuna has been practicing bhakti-yoga for 15 years, grew up in a Christian background, and brings a thoughtful, inclusivist lens to the world's wisdom traditions. Together they explore a provocative question: Does “Hinduism” really exist?Where did the term come from? Does it actually reflect the richness and diversity of the Indian subcontinent's traditions—ranging from atheism, skepticism, and logic to panentheism, polytheism, monotheism, impersonalism, and radical personalism? Or does it flatten this vast landscape into something misleadingly uniform? ✨ This conversation unpacks the nuances behind the term and searches for creative, universal ways to engage with India's spiritual heritage—and beyond—in a manner that truly honors its depth and diversity. Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kXo_MpsMr20 ▶ CONTINUE THE CONVERSATION: Gaudiya Reform Forum on Facebook .~ Swami Padmanabha's Channels ▶ FACEBOOK ▶ YOUTUBE ▶ INSTAGRAM ▶ WEBSITE ▶ PURCHASE RADICAL PERSONALISM: Revival Manifesto for Proactive Devotion in hardcover, paperback, and/or Kindle formats on Amazon ▶ WRITE your REVIEW of RADICAL PERSONALISM ~ Tadatmya Sangha's Channels ▶ WEBSITE ▶ FACEBOOK ▶ INSTAGRAM ▶ YOUTUBE

“Arjuna said: You are the Supreme Brahman, the ultimate, the supreme abode and purifier, the Absolute Truth and the eternal divine person. You are the primal God, transcendental and original, and You are the unborn and all-pervading beauty. All the great sages such as Narada, Asita, Devala, and Vyasa proclaim this of You, and now You Yourself are declaring it to me.” (Bhagavad-gita, 10.12-13)

Shunyamurti reveals the urgent relevance of the Bhagavad Gita for our own time of spiritual emergency. The Gita's battle is not about outer enemies but about the soul's fight against the ego and its false belief in good and evil. Krishna's instruction to Arjuna—to see pleasure and pain, gain and loss, victory and defeat as the same—is the key to individuation: the union of the individual self with the Supreme Self. Shunyamurti explains why this teaching is harder for the postmodern ego to grasp, how our culture has lost the way, and why only radical surrender to God-consciousness can bring freedom from despair, guilt, and nihilism. This teaching is both a warning and an invitation: to put the ego into the fire of truth and awaken to the indestructible Self.

This week's show delves into one of the most profound moments in our spiritual history as recorded in the Bhagavad Gita. In the midst of a great battle, Sri Krishna reveals to the warrior Arjuna the truth about the Divine Spark within, so that he could play his role for the salvation of humanity on Earth. Tune in to discover how you can integrate this wisdom into your own daily life – to better express the I AM within you and help others to do the same:The true meaning of “I AM”— how Sri Krishna and the Master Jesus revealed the truth about the Divine potential within us all.An extraterrestrial secret hiding in plain sight — the critical role played by advanced ETs to ensure that humanity would continue after the downfall of Atlantis, as revealed in the Mahabharata.How to affirm your own Divine potential — a practical affirmation you can use in daily life for greater spiritual confidence.The elevated state of Cosmic Consciousness — what it means to experience oneness with all life, including insights from Richard's own experiences.Your spiritual destiny – what this inspired retelling reveals about your own purpose in life. Don't miss this fresh and inspired take on a classic spiritual text!   Watch Here: https://youtu.be/RssTnNmypkw?si=8A6Iu1666RitHtjT

This week's show delves into one of the most profound moments in our spiritual history as recorded in the Bhagavad Gita. In the midst of a great battle, Sri Krishna reveals to the warrior Arjuna the truth about the Divine Spark within, so that he could play his role for the salvation of humanity on Earth. Tune in to discover how you can integrate this wisdom into your own daily life – to better express the I AM within you and help others to do the same:The true meaning of “I AM”— how Sri Krishna and the Master Jesus revealed the truth about the Divine potential within us all.An extraterrestrial secret hiding in plain sight — the critical role played by advanced ETs to ensure that humanity would continue after the downfall of Atlantis, as revealed in the Mahabharata.How to affirm your own Divine potential — a practical affirmation you can use in daily life for greater spiritual confidence.The elevated state of Cosmic Consciousness — what it means to experience oneness with all life, including insights from Richard's own experiences.Your spiritual destiny – what this inspired retelling reveals about your own purpose in life. Don't miss this fresh and inspired take on a classic spiritual text!   Watch Here: https://youtu.be/RssTnNmypkw?si=8A6Iu1666RitHtjT

Why Krishna loves and supports Arjuna always?

This is a talk from the Wisdom of the Bhagavad Gita series, exploring the possibility of knowing God from the Vedic perspective. Knowing God is indeed possible but requires a transformation of consciousness. Material consciousness is characterized by self-centeredness, whereas spiritual consciousness is a state of manifesting selflessness.In the quest to know God, one must recognize the limitations of our physical senses and mind in perceiving spiritual reality. The ancient teachers of Vedic knowledge describe that which is spiritual with the word adhokṣaja which means "that which is beyond the measurement of our senses." It was acknowledged that spiritual reality is beyond the range of worldly experimental knowledge. The Vedas, however, taught that despite the limitations of the body and mind, God is discoverable, but it requires a major change or purification of our consciousness. In the current age the transformation of consciousness necessary to know God can be achieved through meditation on spiritual sound, particularly through kirtan (congregational chanting).The quotes used in the talk:All of them-as they surrender unto Me-I reward accordingly. Everyone follows My path in all respects, O son of Pṛthā. - Bg 4.11I am never manifest to the foolish and unintelligent. For them I am covered by My eternal creative potency [yoga-māyā]; and so the deluded world knows Me not, who am unborn and infallible. - Bhagavad-gītā 7.25But you cannot see Me with your present eyes. Therefore I give you divine eyes. Behold My mystic opulence! - Bhagavad-gītā 11.8That very ancient science of the relationship with the Supreme is today told by Me to you because you are My devotee as well as My friend; therefore you can understand the transcendental mystery of this science. - Bhagavad-gītā 4.3The Supreme Lord said: My dear Arjuna, because you are never envious of Me, I shall impart to you this most secret wisdom, knowing which you shall be relieved of the miseries of material existence. - Bhagavad-gītā 9.1Because you are My very dear friend, I am speaking to you the most confidential part of knowledge. Hear this from Me, for it is for your benefit. - Bhagavad-gītā 18.64Always think of Me and become My devotee. Worship Me and offer your homage unto Me. Thus you will come to Me without fail. I promise you this because you are My very dear friend. - Bhagavad-gītā 18.65The form you are seeing with your transcendental eyes cannot be understood simply by studying the Vedas, nor by undergoing serious penances, nor by charity, nor by worship. It is not by these means that one can see Me as I am. - Bhagavad-gītā 11.53My dear Arjuna, only by undivided devotional service can I be understood as I am, standing before you, and can thus be seen directly. Only in this way can you enter into the mysteries of My understanding. - Bhagavad-gītā 11.54

Arjuna's Request, Krishna's Wisdom, and the Beggar's Blessing

This episode covers on the start of chapter 26 to:  “...because of priestly secrecy and man's indifference, the sacred lore gradually became inaccessible”. Summary: We explore the science and metaphysics of Kriya Yoga as taught in this beautiful chapter and other of Paramahansa Yogananda's writings, discussing its origins, techniques, and historical connections to various spiritual traditions. We examined scientific explanations of Kriya Yoga's effects on the body and mind, including its role in oxygenation and the transformation of breath into life force.  We also review Guruji's references and exploration of ancient spiritual techniques, their historical lineage, and the connection between different civilizations and spiritual practices throughout the yugas. 0:00 Expectations from this chapter; 5:00 Meaning of Kriya; 16:35 Krishna to Arjuna; 30:15 Kriya Yoga in the Bhagavad Gita; 37:20 Kriya through the Ages; 49:40 Atlantis and Lemuria; 58:20 Looking ahead. Links disussed in this episode:  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Manusmriti The Great Year: https://youtu.be/I3ZDcj0kF_0?si=AfoAuHGztmzFDCbN Homework for next episode— Read, absorb and make notes on the next part of chapter 26 from: “Kriya Yoga is mentioned twice by the ancient sage Patanjali...”  to “...which constitutes the first materially active expression of Spirit.” #autobiographyofayogi  #autobiographylinebyline  #paramahansayogananda Autobiography of a Yogi awake.minute Self-Realization Fellowship Yogoda Satsanga Society of India #SRF #YSS

If you are somebody approaching the Bhagavad Gītā as a devotee and accepts Kṛṣṇa, even if there is some fault, Kṛṣṇa says, api cet su-durācāro bhajate mām ananya-bhāk sādhur eva sa mantavyaḥ samyag vyavasito hi saḥ (BG 9.30) He said, “If somebody's rightly intentioned,” in other words, they want to be a devotee. They want to be pure, but they are not. They are actually horrible because they still have a lot of leftover stuff. Sudurācāro means they really are bad, but because they are well-intentioned, Kṛṣṇa says you should count them in with devotees, because kṣipraṁ bhavati dharmātmā śaśvac-chāntiṁ nigacchati kaunteya pratijānīhi na me bhaktaḥ praṇaśyati (BG 9.31) He said, “By that approach itself with sincerity, even if you are really bad at it, and even if you make big mistakes, still very quickly you become purified.” And Kṛṣṇa tells Arjuna, “You say it out loud everywhere, because people will believe if you say it, that very quickly, my devotee becomes purified and attains the ultimate goal by the practice of devotional service.” So it's okay to approach the Bhagavad Gītā even if you have some impurities. (excerpt from the discussion) Verses covered: Cc Madhya 6.80-101 ------------------------------------------------------------ To connect with His Grace Vaiśeṣika Dāsa, please visit https://www.fanthespark.com/next-steps/ask-vaisesika-dasa/ ------------------------------------------------------------ Add to your wisdom literature collection: https://iskconsv.com/book-store/ https://www.bbtacademic.com/books/ https://thefourquestionsbook.com/ ------------------------------------------------------------ Join us live on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FanTheSpark/ Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sound-bhakti/id1132423868 For the latest videos, subscribe https://www.youtube.com/@FanTheSpark For the latest in SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/fan-the-spark ------------------------------------------------------------ #spiritualawakening #soul #spiritualexperience #spiritualpurposeoflife #spiritualgrowthlessons #secretsofspirituality #vaisesikaprabhu #vaisesikadasa #vaisesikaprabhulectures #spirituality #bhaktiyoga #krishna #spiritualpurposeoflife #krishnaspirituality #spiritualusachannel #whybhaktiisimportant #whyspiritualityisimportant #vaisesika #spiritualconnection #thepowerofspiritualstudy #selfrealization #spirituallectures #spiritualstudy #spiritualquestions #spiritualquestionsanswered #trendingspiritualtopics #fanthespark #spiritualpowerofmeditation #spiritualteachersonyoutube #spiritualhabits #spiritualclarity #bhagavadgita #srimadbhagavatam #spiritualbeings #kttvg #keepthetranscendentalvibrationgoing #spiritualpurpose

The Bhagavad-gītā is more than philosophy—it's full of feeling. Arjuna's grief and Krishna's compassion remind us that yoga is not about suppressing emotions but purifying and deepening them. In this episode, Raghunath and Kaustubha explore Krishna's pastime of becoming every cowherd boy and calf in Vṛndāvana, where ordinary love becomes unlimited when connected to the Divine. The lesson: to experience the emotions of bhakti, we must keep our hearts soft and respectful toward all beings. Also: Raghunath clears his head on a bike ride, Mara has her “Govardhan Hill moment,” and magnets and rust somehow find their way into yoga philosophy.

The Bhagavad-gītā is more than philosophy—it's full of feeling. Arjuna's grief and Krishna's compassion remind us that yoga is not about suppressing emotions but purifying and deepening them. In this episode, Raghunath and Kaustubha explore Krishna's pastime of becoming every cowherd boy and calf in Vṛndāvana, where ordinary love becomes unlimited when connected to the Divine. The lesson: to experience the emotions of bhakti, we must keep our hearts soft and respectful toward all beings. Also: Raghunath clears his head on a bike ride, Mara has her “Govardhan Hill moment,” and magnets and rust somehow find their way into yoga philosophy.

Prabhupāda explains that if you appreciate and render service to those who are dear to Kṛṣṇa, then Kṛṣṇa will be very accepting. Therefore, we follow the footsteps of Prahlāda Mahārāja, who, even in his prayers to Nṛsiṃhadeva—who's present before him—says that, "First I worship my spiritual master, I serve Him." That's the mood of those who are in the disciplic line: they consider themselves dāsa-dās-dāsa-anudāsah. Caitanya Mahāprabhu liked that verse so much he chanted it during the Ratha Yātrā in front of Lord Jagannāth. So Prabhupāda said, "Love me, love my dog." If you meet somebody, like we did the other day in Gurugrām, we met a man whose name was Siddhārth, and he was walking his dog. And I said, "That's a nice dog." And the dog was happy; he licked me. The man was happy because I liked his dog, and then he took the book. So, when we please somebody who's dear to the Lord, or we get the positive glance of somebody who is dear to the Lord, then the Lord considers us. For instance, when Nalakūvara and Maṇigrīva misbehaved, Nārada gave them shelter by cursing them, and then they took birth as twin Arjuna trees. But he said, "When Kṛṣṇa comes for His pastimes"—this was unscripted, because he just uttered it himself—"Kṛṣṇa will liberate you." And so Kṛṣṇa remembers during the pastime of Dāmodara-līlā, when He's dragging the churning apparatus, the grinding mortar. "Oh yeah, My devotee Nārada said that these two will be liberated. So I'm going to go take a little shortcut, or take the long way around, and pull down the trees and liberate them." And His specific thought was, "Because Nārada said it." So we go by that principle: that we try, as Prabhupāda said, "The more you're the servant of the servant of the servant of the servant, a million times removed," he said, "that is perfection." ------------------------------------------------------------ To connect with His Grace Vaiśeṣika Dāsa, please visit https://www.fanthespark.com/next-steps/ask-vaisesika-dasa/ ------------------------------------------------------------ Add to your wisdom literature collection: https://iskconsv.com/book-store/ https://www.bbtacademic.com/books/ https://thefourquestionsbook.com/ ------------------------------------------------------------ Join us live on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FanTheSpark/ Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sound-bhakti/id1132423868 For the latest videos, subscribe https://www.youtube.com/@FanTheSpark For the latest in SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/fan-the-spark ------------------------------------------------------------ #spiritualawakening #soul #spiritualexperience #spiritualpurposeoflife #spiritualgrowthlessons #secretsofspirituality #vaisesikaprabhu #vaisesikadasa #vaisesikaprabhulectures #spirituality #bhaktiyoga #krishna #spiritualpurposeoflife #krishnaspirituality #spiritualusachannel #whybhaktiisimportant #whyspiritualityisimportant #vaisesika #spiritualconnection #thepowerofspiritualstudy #selfrealization #spirituallectures #spiritualstudy #spiritualquestions #spiritualquestionsanswered #trendingspiritualtopics #fanthespark #spiritualpowerofmeditation #spiritualteachersonyoutube #spiritualhabits #spiritualclarity #bhagavadgita #srimadbhagavatam #spiritualbeings #kttvg #keepthetranscendentalvibrationgoing #spiritualpurpose

Send us a textRegister your free place for the live online meditation and Q&A with Babaji: https://www.shivarudrabalayogi.org/online-satsang The Practice of Non-Violence | In Quest of Truth - Babaji Q&A, No. 243Recorded on 13 September 2025 with worldwide participants0:00 Intro0:06 What is the true meaning of non-violence9:38 When Babaji says ‘you have aright to defend yourself' - is that the self respect? That Babaji talks about?11:25 Is it the human being that has the ability to rise out of violence compared to the animal kingdom.20:18 Where we can we adjust and manage, but If we have no choice, we have to defend ourselves and go into a conflict. What is the difference between these approaches?29:36 If we aim for moksha then why do people raise a family and bring another life into this world? 34:03 Hanuman burning down the Lanka and Krishna telling Arjun to kill Bhisma - how is this ahimsa?38:02 Are we violating non-violence by eating meat?39:18 Was Krishan advising Arjuna to shoot weapons at the Kauravas as an act of self defence?39:36 Is the ego of being righteous and a good person also violence?42:23 When Babaji had to defend the Ashram and chose the path of conflict, it was dharma - but for someone else it might look like a violent act? 43:35 Is it ok to keep eyes closed when Babaji says to open the eyes at the end of meditation?44:20 When we watch in between the eyebrows are we to imagine that area?___Website: http://www.srby.orgFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/shivarudrabalayogiTwitter: https://twitter.com/SRBYmissionInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/shivarudrabalayogi/Register your free place for the live online meditation and Q&A with Babaji: https://www.shivarudrabalayogi.org/en/online-satsang Website: http://www.srby.orgFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/shivarudrabalayogiTwitter: https://twitter.com/SRBYmissionInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/shivarudrabalayogi/

Arjuna and Krishna clear the Khandava forest to make room for the growing population of Indraprastha and have some surprize encounters. Yudhisthir decides to perform the Rajasuya yagna proclaiming him to be an emperor and faces resistance which is dealt with a duel to save lives.

(1) kṛṣṇa jinakā nāma hai, gokula jinakā dhāma hai aise śrī bhagavāna ko (mere) barāmbāra praṇāma hai (2) yaśodā jinakī maiyā hai, nanda jī bāpaiyā hai aise śrī gopāla ko (mere) bārambāra praṇāma hai (3) rādhā jinakī jāyā hai, adbhuta jinakī māyā hai aise śrī ghana-śyāma ko (mere) bārambāra praṇāma hai (4) lūṭa lūṭa dadhi mākhana khāyo, gvāla-bāla sańga dhenu carāyo aise līlā-dhāma ko (mere) bārambāra praṇāma hai (5) drupada sutā ko lāja bacāyo, grāha se gaja ko phanda chuḍāyo aise kṛpā-dhāma ko (mere) barāmbāra praṇāma hai (6) kuru pāṇḍava ko yuddha macāyo, arjuna ko upadeśa sunāyo aise dīna-nātha ko (mere) bārambāra praṇāma hai (final chant) bhaja re! bhaja govinda gopāla hare rādhe govinda, rādhe govinda, rādhe govinda rādhe gopala, rādhe gopala, rādhe gopala aise śrī bhagavāna ko (mere) bārambāra praṇāma hai TRANSLATION 1) He whose name is Krsna, and whose abode is Gokula – unto such a Supreme Personality of Godhead, I offer my most humble obeisances, again and again. 2) He whose mother is Yasoda, and whose father is Nandaji – unto such a cowherd boy named Gopala, I offer my most humble obeisances, again and again. 3) He whose Beloved if Radha, and whose illusory energy is very amazing – unto He whose splendorous complexion is the color of the fresh raincloud, I offer my most humble obeisances, again and again. 4) He who sneaks around to steal yogurt and butter, then hides to eat it, and who tends the cows in the company of His cowherd boyfriends – unto He who is the reservoir of playful pastimes, I offer my most humble obeisances, again and again. 5) He who prevented the dishonoring of the daughter of King Drupada, and who delivered the elephant Gajendra from the grasp of the alligator – unto He who is the abode of all compassion, I offer my most humble obeisances, again and again. 6) He who caused the great war between the Kurus and the Pandavas, and who spoke divine instructions to Arjuna on the battlefield – unto He who is the Lord of all helpless fallen souls, I offer my most humble obeisances, again and again.

This episode covers on the next part of chapter 24 from:  " The ancient rishi Patanjali defines yoga as “neutralisation of the alternating waves in...” to “...with egotistical desires and plays his part in life as a willing instrument of the Divine.” Summary: Paramahansa Yogananda focusses on Patanjali's Yoga Sutras and the eightfold path of yoga, including the author Patanjali himself. We examine each limb of the eightfold path in detail, from yamas and niyamas (moral restraints and observances) to asana (posture), pranayama (breath control), and the final samyama stages of pratyahara, dharana, dhyana, and samadhi, emphasizing that yoga is a universal path accessible to everyone regardless of temperament. Guruji concludes with reflections on how a true yogi can maintain divine consciousness while fulfilling worldly duties. We draw on readings from God Talks with Arjuna to bolster our understanding.  0:00 Previous episode;  3:35 Patanjali the celestial Naga; 16:50 The six Hindu systems 32:16 Yoga Sutras 1:05:15 Yogi or Swami? 1:12:00 Looking Ahead. Links discussed in the episode:  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Patanjali  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Garbhodakshayi_Vishnu https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shesha https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mahabhashya Yoga Sutra Chant: https://youtu.be/jIvVvztmyys Yoga Sutra book: https://www.arlingtoncenter.org/Sanskrit-English.pdf A History of Indian Philosophy book: https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/12956 Manjushri Buddhism chants: https://youtu.be/Ag174BBdqm8 Homework for next episode— Read, absorb and make notes on the last part of chapter 24 from:  "There are a number of great men, living today in American...” to the end of the chapter. #autobiographyofayogi  #autobiographylinebyline  #paramahansayogananda Autobiography of a Yogi awake.minute Self-Realization Fellowship Yogoda Satsanga Society of India #SRF #YSS 

In this urgent satsang, Shunyamurti shares that he received the message that we are at the moment depicted in the Bhagavad Gita, when Arjuna understands and accepts that he must fight the battle he dreads, knowing it will destroy civilization. Reflecting on the aftermath of the failed Putin–Trump summit in Alaska, in the context of the imminent collapse of Western hegemony, and the fractal nature of reality—meaning that all of us face such a situation in our own lives as well— Shunya explains that the only solution is taking refuge with God. The grace of the Supreme Self alone will enable us to face fearlessly the events to come. Our spiritual duty is to radiate the salvific light of truth, peace, and divine love to all souls in our dying world.

Step into the sacred story of the Bhagavad Gita through this immersive guided meditation. Set on the edge of a battlefield, the Gita is far more than an ancient tale—it is a mirror for the soul, inviting you to explore your dharma, inner strength, and connection to the divine.In this episode, Nola Bloom shares her personal story of discovering the Gita in a riverside ashram in India, offering heartfelt reflections on how this ancient text became a guiding light in her life. Through gentle storytelling, breath awareness, and visual meditation, you'll journey into the heart of Arjuna's dilemma and the timeless wisdom of Krishna's teachings.This meditation is ideal for anyone seeking clarity, purpose, or connection to the deeper path of yoga. Whether you're standing at a crossroads or yearning to live with greater authenticity, let this ancient dialogue awaken the wisdom within you.

For more, visit www.BishalSarkar.com or WhatsApp our team: https://wa.me/918880361526In this inspiring episode of the "I Love Public Speaking" podcast, Bishal Sarkar reveals Arjuna's confidence secret from the epic Mahabharata and how it can be applied to enhance your own self-assurance.Join Bishal Sarkar as he explores the lessons from Arjuna's journey and how his confidence strategies can empower you to take bold actions, especially in high-pressure situations.Learn how to cultivate unwavering confidence and focus, just like Arjuna, to overcome challenges and achieve your goals.Tune in to the "I Love Public Speaking" podcast with Bishal Sarkar to unlock the confidence secret of one of history's greatest warriors.

In this episode of The Infinite Spark of Being Podcast, we explore the profound psychological and spiritual teachings of the Bhagavad Gita, focusing on the inner battle between the small self (the conscious mind) and the Divine Mind (the superconscious).Through the dialogue between Arjuna and Krishna, this ancient text maps the modern human struggle between confusion and clarity, fear and trust, identity and truth. This isn't about ego—it's about remembering who you truly are and learning to hear the voice of the Divine within.Whether you're in the middle of a life transition, feeling overwhelmed, or simply seeking clarity on your path, this episode offers deep, practical insights rooted in sacred wisdom.

Neste episódio, o professor José Roberto, da sede São Caetano do Sul- SP, foi convidado a compartilhar algumas reflexões filosóficas sobre a solidão que alimenta a jornada da alma.  Dentro dessa abordagem, perpassamos sobre questões da existência, tratamos do livro da Professora Delia “Os jogos de Maia”, entendendo a solidão como algo inerente a este mundo, cuja origem é transcendental. Ainda, através de uma visão e postura filosófica, transbordamos o tema para a questão da solidão interior, da convivência social, das frustrações e desilusões cotidianas, assim como do vazio e falta de sentido para a vida. A solidão como momento de recolhimento interior para compreender os mistérios e dúvidas da nossa própria alma.  Sócrates, Platão, Marco Aurélio, Délia Steinberg Gusman, Jorge Angel Livraga, Krishna e Arjuna são citados de forma dinâmica, a fim de que analisemos e distinguamos tanto a solidão interior, quanto a exterior, cuidando, sobretudo, do aprimoramento das virtudes, em busca da evolução. Participantes: José Roberto e Danilo Gomes  Trilha Sonora: Antonín Dvořák: Sinfonia nº6 - Finalle 

On this episode of the Gnostic Deluge we are discussing the first two chapters of the Bhagavad Gita. Prince Arjuna finds himself on one side of a dispute for a kingdom, two great armies are lined up on the battlefield, ready to fight to settle the argument.  In order to geta closer look at the enemy army, Arjuna has Sri Krishna drive his chariot between the two armies.  It is then that Arjuna sees that the other side is more than just the enemy, they are people that he grew up with and is related to.  With this realization, Arjuna loses his desire to fight. Sri Krishna consoles Arjuna in the midst of the battlefield and begins to reveal that this battle is only a small part of the true fight that goes on in the heart of man.  The true battle is to understand and become who and what we truly are, Enjoy!

(refrain) jaya mādhava madana murārī rādhe-śyāma śyāmā-śyāma jaya keśava kali-mala-hārī rādhe-śyāma śyāmā-śyāma (1) sundara kuṇḍala naina viśālā, gale sohe vaijantī-mālā yā chavi kī balihārī rādhe-śyāma śyāmā-śyāma (2) kabahūń lūṭa lūṭa dadhi khāyo, kabahūń madhu-vana rāsa racāyo nācata vipina-vihārī rādhe-śyāma śyāmā-śyāma (3) gvāla-bāla sańga dhenu carāi, vana-vana bhramata phire yadu-rāi kāńdhe kāmara kārī rādhe-śyāma śyāmā-śyāma (4) curā curā nava-nīta jo khāyo, vraja-vanitana pai nāma dharāyo mākhana-cora murārī rādhe-śyāma śyāmā-śyāma (5) eka-dina māna indra ko māryo, nakha ūpara govardhana dhāryo nāma paḍāyo giridhārī rādhe-śyāma śyāmā-śyāma (6) duryodhana ko bhoga na khāyo, rūkho sāga vidura ghara khāyo aise prema pujārī rādhe-śyāma śyāmā-śyāma (7) karuṇā kara draupadī pukārī, paṭa lipaṭa gaye vana-vārī nirakha rahe nara nārī rādhe-śyāma śyāmā-śyāma (8) bhakta-bhakta saba tumane tāre, binā bhakti hama ṭhāḍe dvāre lījo khabara hamārī rādhe-śyāma śyāmā-śyāma (9) arjuna ke ratha hāńkana hāre, gītā ke upadeśa tumhāre cakra-sudarśana-dhārī rādhe-śyāma śyāmā-śyāma WORD FOR WORD TRANSLATION: Jaya Madhava Madana Murari TRANSLATION (Refrain) Glories to the husband of the goddess of fortune, who is the transcendental Cupid and the enemy of the demon Mura. Glories to the divine couple Radhe Syama, also known as Syama Syama! Glories to Lord Kesava, who has fine hair, who removes the miseries of the age of Kali—Radhe Syama Syama Syama! 1) O Krsna, You wear beautiful earrings, and You have lovely widened eyes. Around Your neck hangs the splendorous vaijanti flower garland. Your complexion is most excellent—Radhe Syama Syama Syama! 2) Sometimes You secretly plunder yogurt and eat it, and sometimes You design a rasa-dance performance with the young gopis in the forest of Madhuvana. There dances Vipina-Vihari, You who love to sport in the forest— Radhe Syama Syama Syama! 3) You herd the cows in the company of the cowherd boys. You, the monarch of the Yadu dynasty, thus wander from forest to forest, carrying a blanket draped over Your shoulder— Radhe Syama Syama Syama! 4) Because You, O Murari, repeatedly steal fresh butter from the homes of the women of Vraja and secretly eat it, they have named You ‘Makhan-Chor' (the butter thief)— Radhe Syama Syama Syama! 5) One day You curbed the pride of Indra by lifting the great mountain Govardhana upon the tip of Your fingernail, thus winning for Yourself the name Giridhari— Radhe Syama Syama Syama! 6) You did not accept the sumptuous feast of the wicked Duryodhana, but took the coarse food offered by Your devotee Vidura. Therefore You are worshipped by love and not by mere rituals—Rädhe Radhe Syama Syama Syama! 7) To bestow mercy upon Draupadi, You, the Lord of the forest, supplied unlimited cloth to protect her from shame, while the assembly of men and women looked on— Radhe Syama Syama Syama! 8) You deliver each of Your devotees in unique ways. Alas, we who are bereft of devotion are standing here outside Your door. Please favorably receive the news of our presence— Radhe Syama Syama Syama! 9) You were the driver of Arjuna's chariot, and on the battlefield You gave Arjuna the instructions of the Bhagavad-Gita. During the fight You exhibited Your form as the wielder of the discus Sudarsana— Radhe Syama Syama Syama! To connect with His Grace Vaiśeṣika Dāsa, please visit https://www.fanthespark.com/next-steps/ask-vaisesika-dasa/ ------------------------------------------------------------ Add to your wisdom literature collection: https://iskconsv.com/book-store/ https://www.bbtacademic.com/books/ https://thefourquestionsbook.com/

What does it mean to take action without attachment—especially when your Dharma feels messy, uncomfortable, or misunderstood? In this episode, I dive deep into Chapter 3 of the Bhagavad Gita, where Krishna teaches Karma Yoga—the path of selfless action—to a conflicted Arjuna. We explore how to navigate the tension between duty and desire, and why authentic action is essential for both spiritual growth and collective harmony. I break down:

The Gita Series - A triune pilgrimage - 193 - Ch 1 4 - Slokas 19 to 23What are the marks of a man who has crossed beyond the three Gunas, Arjuna asks.

Exposing Ashwagandha - What The Science Really SaysAshwagandha is a trusted botanical for managing stress and promoting healthy sleep, however, not all Ashwagandha extracts on the market actually contain the bioactives they claim. This month, Nootropics Depot owner Paul and Science Director Ellie join Emiel and Erika to discuss the complexities of the Ashwagandha plant, lab testing practices that ensure high quality supplements, and which Ashwagandha extract is the right fit for you. Nootropics Depot tests every Ashwagandha product to ensure that our supplements always contain the beneficial compounds we claim, and in this podcast, you'll learn how easy it is to access the testing data for your supplements on our new website!Podcast Chapters0:00 Introduction - Welcoming Ellie!1:20 Nootropics Depot's Cell Culture Lab3:25 Taking Shoden Ashwagandha9:27 KSM-66 - What Sets It Apart?16:14 Anhedonia from Ashwagandha23:39 Ellie's Ashwagandha History26:39 The Science behind KSM-6629:34 Why Do Solvents Matter?44:12 Nootropics Depot's Ashwagandha Extract52:47 OUR VERY SPECIAL GUEST53:28 Consumer Lab Results58:55 Working with Arjuna to Make the Shoden Method1:05:10 Comparing Nootropics Depot's Lab Testing vs. Consumer Labs1:12:13 Consistency Is Essential 1:14:30 The Production Process 1:19:30 Leading By Example 1:22:30 Ashwagandha Chromatograms

This week I'm considering two spiritual classics from very different traditions: the Bhagavad Gita and the Rule of St. Benedict—well, sort of. Due to a packing mishap and a limited bookstore selection, I ended up reading Benedict's Way, a modern commentary that includes excerpts from the Rule, rather than the Rule itself. Not ideal, but still worthwhile.I also tried a technique I've used before: reading both texts in tandem, switching back and forth every few sections. The hope was to let the texts “talk” to each other. While the Gita turned out to be far more cohesive than I expected, the method still worked; it helped me reflect more deeply and spot some surprising resonances.The Bhagavad Gita, a Hindu sacred text, is a dialog between Krishna and the warrior Arjuna, who is paralyzed by moral doubt on the battlefield. Krishna urges him to act according to his dharma—his essential nature and duty—without attachment to outcomes. It's a powerful reflection on purpose, identity, and spiritual freedom. And despite some troubling implications about who gets access to enlightenment, it's my favorite of all the Eastern texts so far.Meanwhile, Benedict's Way offered a glimpse into monastic—and any kind of communal— life centered on humility, community, and attentiveness to God and neighbor. It's full of practical, humane wisdom, from leadership advice to a firm stance on not grumbling.Together, these texts suggest that joy, discipline, and love of the divine aren't exclusive to one tradition. And both offer something compelling for modern life.This is a year-long reading project! Next week: Augustine's Confessions. (Spoiler: it's so good.)LINKTed Gioia/The Honest Broker's 12-Month Immersive Humanities Course (paywalled!)My Amazon Book List (NOT an affiliate link)Interview with Jonathan Haidt and Jordan PetersonCONNECTTo read more of my writing, visit my Substack - https://www.cheryldrury.substack.com.Follow me on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/cldrury/ LISTENSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5GpySInw1e8IqNQvXow7Lv?si=9ebd5508daa245bdApple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/crack-the-book/id1749793321 Captivate - https://crackthebook.captivate.fm

In a world filled with conflict, injustice, and harm, how do we respond as yogis? In this episode, Kino explores the powerful yogic concept of *kṣānti*—forbearance, patience, and compassionate endurance—through scriptural sources including the Bhagavad Gītā, the Bodhicaryāvatāra, and the Yoga Sutras. We talk about how yogic activism is possible—and necessary. With examples from Arjuna's awakening on the battlefield, the lives of the Buddha, Gandhi, and Martin Luther King Jr., we look at how spiritual practice and social action go hand in hand. You'll learn the difference between ego-driven anger and compassionate anger, how to check your motives, and why nonviolent resistance is rooted in yogic ethics. Topics include: - The meaning of *kṣānti* and *titikṣā* in Sanskrit - How Arjuna learned to fight with clarity, not hatred - Personal vs. collective dharma - Why checking our motive is a yogic act - Yogic guidelines for right action in a world on fire Takeaway: We can speak up for justice, stand with others in trouble, and act from love—not reactivity. True *kṣānti* is not passivity. It is spiritual courage. Practice LIVE with me exclusively on Omstars! Start your journey today with a 7-day trial at omstars.com. Limited time Offer: Sign up for an Omstars+ membership and Get my FREE course: Ashtanga Mechanics. Sign up Here!  Stay connected with us on social @omstarsofficial and @kinoyoga Practice with me in person for workshops, classes, retreats, trainings and Mysore seasons. Find out more about where I'm teaching at kinoyoga.com and sign up for our Mysore season in Miami at www.miamilifecenter.com.

The first section was, 'Change the channel, change your life.'" We talked about why we are where we are now: it's because of what we've been listening to, what we've been reading—the sound that we're allowing to come into our mind and our heart. So, how do I get into this most intimate of services, a connection with a pure devotee, Śrīla Prabhupāda, under whom I've taken shelter in this Krishna Consciousness Movement? How do I do it? How? It sounds okay—maybe it's for others, maybe not me. Page by page, reading Śrīla Prabhupāda's books every day is a prerequisite for knowing him and for advancing in spiritual life. So, we actually have to make voluntary life changes. We call this the VLCs. You are human, you can decide; you make the voluntary life change because you're the agent of your own improvement. Here are the two elements that are necessary: knowledge and practice, that will move you to your destination. Remember that nobody—there's no soul that's permanently unqualified. Everyone can rise in due course of time. And remember, even if you're inept, even if you're not very good at it, at least show up, because there's magic in just being there for the reading. So here's one of the obstacles. After we've surveyed many devotees around the world and asked them, "What's the main obstacle?" The answer is, "I don't have time." Here's breaking news for those of you who may be missing it: it's not time we lack, it's taste, and we only get a taste by taking time. This unlocks and disposes off this particular obstacle that "I don't have time." We already found out we all have 24 hours, at least the ones we interviewed. It may be different in Iceland or something, but we all get the same amount of time. So, it's not time; it's taste. Why do some people read more than others? Because they have a taste for it. How do you get a taste? You have to take the time. So you have to budget some time to start. Another common thought is, "I can't understand Śrīla Prabhupāda's books." Śrīla Prabhupāda said he couldn't understand his guru when he first heard him, but he stayed. That's the reason Śrīla Bhaktisiddhānta noticed him at his initiation. Śrīla Bhaktisiddhānta said, "I marked him. He likes to hear. He does not go away." So if you want to be recognized, you could stay there and listen. There was a brāhmaṇa in South India that Caitanya Mahāprabhu met, who was every day reading the Bhagavad-gītā, but he couldn't read. He just did the best he could; he hacked away at it, and everyone was laughing at him. Śrī Caitanya Mahāprabhu saw that this brāhmaṇa was crying when he was reading, and He asked him, "Why are you crying?" And he said, "My guru told me to read this every day, but I can't read." He said, "Then, why are you crying?" He said, "Because I think of Krishna when I'm doing this, that He drove the chariot for Arjuna, and He's so kind to His devotee, so I can't help but cry when I think of Krishna and holding this Gītā and trying to read it. Śrī Caitanya Mahāprabhu took that brāhmaṇa with Him. He said, "You've actually understood the Bhagavad-gītā." You don't have to be a great scholar or a Sanskritist. You just have to have a little sincerity and try to read Prabhupāda's books. ------------------------------------------------------------ To connect with His Grace Vaiśeṣika Dāsa, please visit https://www.fanthespark.com/next-steps/ask-vaisesika-dasa/ ------------------------------------------------------------ Add to your wisdom literature collection: https://iskconsv.com/book-store/ https://www.bbtacademic.com/books/ https://thefourquestionsbook.com/ ------------------------------------------------------------

We have to tolerate the extremes in the world, and toleration is one of the ways that Krishna recommends throughout the Bhagavad Gītā to be steady in spiritual consciousness. Don't give in to the extremes and the changes of the external world. Also, notice that if you pursue the pleasure of the senses in this world, then the result of it will be—although it may feel like pleasure in the beginning—there'll be misery at the end, because you'll have to contend with the reaction to it. So, we remain neutral while we're in the body, and we go on with our spiritual duty. And as one does that, there's a sense of satisfaction, which is invaluable in this world, because nobody has it. It's very rare because you can only get it from the spiritual platform. You can't get it from having money. You can't get it from having a beautiful property somewhere. You can't get it from having freedom to fly all over the world. Any of these things don't bring lasting happiness; only if one has developed Krishna consciousness can one become happy, and it doesn't matter what the situation is externally. So, although this seems to be a very simple principle in a simple verse, it's one of the essential aspects of practicing spiritual life: learning how to tolerate the dualities and to go on with one's practice in spiritual life. And the final point I'll make is that consistency is king in spiritual practice. If you're able to be consistent, even if you start with a minimal practice, but you keep it up every day and do your quota that you've decided to do, then it will have its effect. And there's an example that someone once gave about how, when you make yogurt, does anybody here know how to make yogurt? You take a big pot of milk—let's just say it is a big pot, and call your life a big pot of milk. If you take a little yogurt that's already there and you put it in the milk, even if it's a little bit, you put it into the big pot of milk, and then you set the pot in a place with an even temperature, not too cold, not too hot, and you leave it overnight, a miracle happens. You come back and the whole pot turns to yogurt. So we have a lot of things going on in our lives, but if you can add that spiritual practice to the big pot of your life, then eventually the whole pot transforms, and everything about your life gets connected to Krishna consciousness. It doesn't mean you have to give up what you're doing. As an example here is Arjuna. He's a warrior, and therefore he has to fight. It's his duty. If you call somebody when you're getting attacked, who's supposed to be a police officer, and say, "Please help me," and they say, "Oh, no, sorry, I'm non-violent, I can't help you," a non-violent policeman or a violent priest are not wanted. Everyone has their duty to do; they have to do it. So we go on with whatever our duties are in life, but if we add this spiritual practice and do it consistently, then gradually, everything transforms. ----------------------------------------------------------- To connect with His Grace Vaiśeṣika Dāsa, please visit https://www.fanthespark.com/next-steps/ask-vaisesika-dasa/ ------------------------------------------------------------ Add to your wisdom literature collection: https://iskconsv.com/book-store/ https://www.bbtacademic.com/books/ https://thefourquestionsbook.com/ ------------------------------------------------------------ Join us live on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FanTheSpark/ Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sound-bhakti/id1132423868 For the latest videos, subscribe https://www.youtube.com/@FanTheSpark For the latest in SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/fan-the-spark ------------------------------------------------------------

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Devotional service and taking up spiritual practice can be heroic. You actually take a stance. You take a stand. If you don't stand for something, as they say—sorry about this—you'll fall for anything. And Krishna invites us to stand up, be strong. In another language, in the Third Chapter of the Gita, he says, "evaṁ buddheḥ paraṁ buddhvā saṁstabhyātmānam ātmanā jahi śatruṁ mahā-bāho kāma-rūpaṁ durāsadam" (BG 3.43). He's telling Arjuna, "You stand up and fight for conquering over the lower self by the higher self." So, "nirmāna-mohā jita-saṅga-doṣā"—give up false association with the world—and "adhyātma-nityā"—find out about transcendental knowledge. What that means is, read the Bhagavad Gita every day. If you want to have a nice day, read the Bhagavad Gita. If you'd like getting confused and disturbed, then just don't read it. "Adhyātma-nityā vinivṛtta-kāmāḥ." Kāmaḥ means desires that can't be fulfilled, and that's also the craziness of this world, is trying to fulfill a desire that will never be fulfilled. So he says, "Give this up." It's a permission to not engage in what most people do. "Dvandvair" means duality. It means don't see anything separate from your highest interest in life, which is to serve Krishna. Don't have a dual identity. Don't have cognitive dissonance and try to play both sides. Just be absorbed in Krishna and get everything from Krishna. Consider Krishna your protector, and consider him your maintainer. And whatever you do, do it for Krishna. You don't have to do it for anybody else. Even if you do have to do something for anybody else, consider that you're doing it for Krishna. Dvandvair, give up that sense of duality in the material world that causes consternation. And then "vimukta" means to be liberated. Be a liberated soul. "Sukha-duḥkha-saṁjñair gachanti" means now... Gachanti means you can go. "Yānti devavratā devān, pitṟn yānti pitṛvratāḥ, bhūtāni yānti bhūtejyā, yānti mad-yājino 'pi mām" means you can go wherever you want. Little jīva, free to move about the universe. You can go wherever you're able to point your attention; you can go there. ------------------------------------------------------------ To connect with His Grace Vaiśeṣika Dāsa, please visit https://www.fanthespark.com/next-steps/ask-vaisesika-dasa/ ------------------------------------------------------------ Add to your wisdom literature collection: https://iskconsv.com/book-store/ https://www.bbtacademic.com/books/ https://thefourquestionsbook.com/ ------------------------------------------------------------ Join us live on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FanTheSpark/ Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sound-bhakti/id1132423868 For the latest videos, subscribe https://www.youtube.com/@FanTheSpark For the latest in SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/fan-the-spark ------------------------------------------------------------ #spiritualawakening #soul #spiritualexperience #spiritualpurposeoflife #spiritualgrowthlessons #secretsofspirituality #vaisesikaprabhu #vaisesikadasa #vaisesikaprabhulectures #spirituality #bhaktiyoga #krishna #spiritualpurposeoflife #krishnaspirituality #spiritualusachannel #whybhaktiisimportant #whyspiritualityisimportant #vaisesika #spiritualconnection #thepowerofspiritualstudy #selfrealization #spirituallectures #spiritualstudy #spiritualquestions #spiritualquestionsanswered #trendingspiritualtopics #fanthespark #spiritualpowerofmeditation #spiritualteachersonyoutube #spiritualhabits #spiritualclarity #bhagavadgita #srimadbhagavatam #spiritualbeings #kttvg #keepthetranscendentalvibrationgoing #spiritualpurpose

I'm back with Chapter 2 of the Bhagavad Gita! This is so dense I had to split it into two parts. Today we'll discuss verses 1-38. This chapter serves as a foundation for understanding the eternal nature of the soul (Atman) and the importance of non-attachment in the face of life's challenges. Let's look at Arjuna's emotional turmoil and Krishna's tough love approach, emphasizing the need for inner stability and the acceptance of life's transient nature. The emphasis on the immortality of the soul, the significance of understanding one's Dharma, and the win-win perspective in life. This chapter literally has all of Krishna's essential teachings. Making it a gold mine. Get ready to learn from the original life coach (Krishna):