Podcasts about pandavas

What if the most powerful character in the Mahabharata was a boatwoman?In this episode of Books & Beyond, Tara sits down with debut author Rupeen Popat to explore his novel Satyavati, a bold retelling of the Mahabharata's origin story through the eyes of a woman history forgot. Satyavati begins as a ferrying boatwoman, but her courage and resilience transform her into the queen who steered the fate of kingdoms.Rupeen takes us behind the scenes of his lifelong fascination with Indian epics, sharing his research process, stepping into the shoes of Satyavati, and deep dives that brought this book and the morally complex world of Hastinapur to life. From Bhishma's unbreakable vows to Ganga's enigmatic actions, the episode explores the conflicts, morally grey areas, and leadership lessons these timeless stories hold for readers today.He also opens up about his publishing journey with Jaico, what makes Indian mythology different than Western, and hints at the next books in the series that will shine a light on other overlooked characters. If you've ever wondered what really shapes history, or simply love epic storytelling, you won't want to miss this episode.Books and TV shows mentioned in the episode:Mahabharat (1988)Game of Thrones (2011)The Lord of the Rings (Film trilogy)How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie Imagine spending five days of uninterrupted creativity in a serene, century-old Indo-Portuguese villa. Join an exclusive group of twelve writers for a transformative writing retreat. 5 seats left, apply now!Learn more: https://boundindia.com/retreats/annual-writers-retreatApply now: https://tinyurl.com/46rhn7hz‘Books and Beyond with Bound' is the podcast where Tara Khandelwal and Michelle D'costa uncover how their books reflect the realities of our lives and society today. Find out what drives India's finest authors: from personal experiences to jugaad research methods, insecurities to publishing journeys. Created by Bound, a storytelling company that helps you grow through stories. Follow us @boundindia on all social media platforms.

In this part, Swamiji narrates the divine circumstances surrounding the birth of King Parikshit. During the Kurukshetra war, Ashwatthama released the deadly Brahmastra weapon to destroy the lineage of the Pandavas. The weapon entered the womb of Uttara, who was carrying the child of Abhimanyu.  Swamiji explains how Uttara ran to Shree Krishna for protection. Out of compassion, Krishna personally entered the womb and shielded the unborn child with His divine energy. Thus, the child was saved and later named Parikshit, meaning “the one who examines,” because he constantly sought the presence of the Lord in everything he saw.  This part emphasizes that Parikshit's life was sanctified from the very beginning by Krishna's grace. His birth itself demonstrates the Lord's protection of His devotees and the continuation of Dharma through the Pandava lineage.  About Swami Mukundananda:    Swami Mukundananda is a renowned spiritual leader, Vedic scholar, Bhakti saint, best‑selling author, and an international authority on the subject of mind management. He is the founder of the unique yogic system called JKYog. Swamiji holds distinguished degrees in Engineering and Management from IIT and IIM. Having taken the renounced order of life (sanyas), he is the senior disciple of Jagadguru Shree Kripaluji Maharaj, and has been sharing Vedic wisdom across the globe for decades. 

In this part, Swamiji narrates the events after Shree Krishna's departure from the world. Arjun returned from Dwarka with sorrow, describing how Krishna arranged for the Yadavas' destruction and then concluded His earthly leelas. Dwarka itself was submerged into the ocean. On hearing this, Queen Kunti departed in devotion, and Yudhishthir renounced his throne, installing Parikshit as king before retiring with the Pandavas to the Himalayas.  Swamiji explains how King Parikshit ruled righteously, ensuring prosperity and Dharma. During his inspection of the kingdom, he encountered a cow (symbolizing Mother Earth) crying and a bull (symbolizing Dharma) standing on one leg. Their dialogue revealed the decline of righteousness and the rise of sin in Kali Yuga.  Parikshit then confronted a dark figure attacking the bull — Kali personified. When challenged, Kali admitted he had to reside on Earth by divine decree. Parikshit allowed him shelter only in four places: gambling, intoxication, animal slaughter, and illicit relations. Later, as a concession, he permitted Kali to reside in gold, which became the subtle entry point for greed, corruption, and hypocrisy.  Swamiji emphasizes that this incident shows how Dharma weakens in Kali Yuga, and how even a righteous king like Parikshit was eventually influenced by Kali through the golden crown, leading to the curse of death within seven days.  This part highlights that Kali Yuga resides wherever unrighteousness, greed, and duplicity prevail. Yet, the Srimad Bhagavatam shines as the guiding light, protecting Dharma and devotion in this age of darkness.  About Swami Mukundananda:    Swami Mukundananda is a renowned spiritual leader, Vedic scholar, Bhakti saint, best‑selling author, and an international authority on the subject of mind management. He is the founder of the unique yogic system called JKYog. Swamiji holds distinguished degrees in Engineering and Management from IIT and IIM. Having taken the renounced order of life (sanyas), he is the senior disciple of Jagadguru Shree Kripaluji Maharaj, and has been sharing Vedic wisdom across the globe for decades. 

Shakuni and Duryodhana plot to defeat the now mighty Pandavas outside the battlefield- with treachery in a game of dice. Do they succeed? What will be the outcome?

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Jul 8, 1997 HollandContinued from Part 1

Jul 8, 1997 HollandTo be continued in Part 2

Ghatotkacha was the powerful and beloved son of Bhima, one of the Pandavas, and Hidimba, a Rakshasi princess. His birth itself was marked by divinity—he inherited Bhima's immense strength and Hidimba's magical abilities. Named Ghatotkacha because his head was shaped like a ghata (a pot), he grew up in the forest under his mother's care.Even as a child, Ghatotkacha was brave and kind-hearted. When he grew older, his mother sent him to join his father and stand with the Pandavas whenever needed. From then on, Ghatotkacha became an important ally, using his supernatural powers, flight, illusions, and enormous strength to protect the Pandavas.During the Kurukshetra war, Ghatotkacha displayed unmatched valor. His nighttime battle skills terrified the Kaurava army. Duryodhana himself begged Karna to save them from Ghatotkacha's unstoppable attack. Karna was forced to use his most powerful weapon, the Indra Shakti, also called Vasavi Shakti, which he had promised to use only on Arjuna.Karna threw the weapon at Ghatotkacha. Knowing that his death would save Arjuna and turn the fate of the war, Ghatotkacha magnified his body to a massive size. When the Shakti struck, he fell like a mountain, crushing thousands of Kaurava warriors beneath him.His sacrifice shifted the balance of the war in the Pandavas' favor.Ghatotkacha is remembered as the noble, selfless hero who gave his life to protect the Pandavas and uphold dharma.

śrī-bhagavān uvācha kālo 'smi loka-kṣaya-kṛt pravṛddho lokān samāhartum iha pravṛttaḥ ṛte 'pi tvāṁ na bhaviṣyanti sarve ye 'vasthitāḥ praty-anīkeṣu yodhāḥ The Supreme Lord declared, with a voice that cracks the sky: “I am Time, the great destroyer, grown immensely high. To gather all these people, this battlefield's my stage, Except for you, Pandavas, escaping cosmic […] The post Song: Time I Am appeared first on Radha Krishna Temple in Utah.

The episode reflects on the lessons inherent in the Mahabharata, providing insights into morality, friendship, and the tragic consequences of human flaws from Paridhi's perspective. It explores the intricate nature of Karna and his relationships within the Mahabharata, emphasizing key lessons of morality, friendship, and the complexities of human character. Highlights:Karna's Misunderstood Character: While often seen as a victim, Karna displayed cruelty, especially towards the Pandavas and Draupadi. The episode reflects on the dynamism of relationships and the lessons of humility.Krishna's Perspective: Krishna's nurturing nature contrasts with common misconceptions about Karna, highlighting the value of love and connection.Historical vs. Mythical: The Mahabharata is positioned as a historical text rather than purely mythological, with references to real events and locations.Themes of Valor and Sacrifice: Abhimanyu's tragic fate and Uttra's resilience showcase the personal losses and moral dilemmas that resonate throughout the story.Moral Complexities: Krishna's friendship with Arjun reveals ethical challenges, particularly concerning tactics used during the war, raising questions about virtue and justice.Consequences of Greed: The narrative illustrates how greed leads to downfall, particularly evident in the character of Duryodhan and Karna's misguided loyalty.War's Root Causes: The episode discusses how deep-seated hatred and the need for justice spurred the Mahabharata war, indicating that both sides were motivated by long-standing enmity.Draupadi's Strength: Draupadi is highlighted as a pivotal character enduring immense struggles, contrasting with Duryodhan's greed, which was a key catalyst for the conflict.Timestamps00:00 - Introduction02:50 - Krishna's nurturing nature 07:52 - The Mahabharata historical truths10:19 - Abhimanyu's tragic fate 15:20 - Uttra's resilience17:40 - The aftermath of the war 22:10 - Krishna's friendship24:31 - Krishna uses clever tactics to aid Arjun against Jrat.29:09 - Greed leads to downfall31:37 - The Mahabharata war - hatred rather than territorial disputes.36:25 - Karna's role in the Mahabharata 38:44 - Draupadi's strength and Duryodhan's greed

Enquanto os Kurus se re-agrupam, os Pandavas vivem verdadeiro um tribunal interno.

(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.

July 07, 1997 HollandContinued from Part 1-

July 07, 1997 HollandTo be continued in Part 2

Diante do dia mais sangrento da guerra, os Pandavas ficam encurralados pela ira de Dronacharya. E é preciso de atitudes drasticas pra verem esse dia chegar ao fim ainda vivos.

O desenrolar da batalha noturna no campo de Kurukshetra e nos corações dos Pandavas.

(Verse 1) Krishna chuckles softly, a knowing sound in the air, “So Karna, my friend, you don't wish to take care Of the earth as it should be, with righteousness bright? The Pandavas' victory will soon take its flight. Mark my words closely, when battle's harsh call, Brings five mighty brothers to stand strong and […] The post Song: Karna & Krishna Part 1 appeared first on Radha Krishna Temple in Utah.

(Verse 2) Karna looks at Krishna, wisdom in his gaze, “You know everything, through all of time's maze. The destruction is coming, I see it so plain, With Duryodhana, Shakuni, fueling the pain. Dushasana beside them, their wicked intent, And I, caught in the middle, on ruin I'm bent. I dreamt of the Pandavas, victorious […] The post Song; Karna & Krishna Final Part appeared first on Radha Krishna Temple in Utah.

‘Akshaya' signifies immortality or that which is indestructible. ‘Tritiyaa' is the third lunar day as per the Hindu calendar.We explore the Vedantic Significance of Akshay Tritiya here in this podcast. ● It is believed that all sadhanas like Charity, holy bath in sacred rivers, Havan, Japa, Pooja etc. gives Infinite(Akshay) result and merit(punya).● It is also celebrated as Nara-Narayan Jayanti, Parashuram Jayanti & Hayagriva Jayanti.● Buying gold and silver jewelry is a key tradition of Akshaya Tritiya as Gold & Silver are noble metals and do not oxidize or corrode, indicating Eternity. They also symbolize abundance and good fortune.● In the Mahabharata, the Pandavas in exile were gifted a vessel called Akshay Patra by Lord Surya on the day of Akshaya Tritiya. This Divine Vessel offered inexhaustible supply of food.● The day is also known for the reunion of Lord Krishna and Sudama, who were childhood friends.● The Chota Char Dham (Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri & Yamunotri) open on the Akshaya Tritiyaa after the Winter break.  The deities are brought down from these 4 places after Diwali and again taken back to the temples a few days before Akshaya Tritiyaa.● On this day, devotees offer prayers to Lord Vishnu, Goddess Vaibhav Lakshmi and Lord Krishna by observing a fast and performing puja.● Individuals also donate clothes, ghee, rice, fruits, salt, and vegetables to the needy on this auspicious day.

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“He (Vidura) indirectly hinted, ‘A weapon not made of steel or any other material element can be more than sharp to kill an enemy, and he who knows this is never killed.' That is to say, he hinted that the party of the Pandavas was being sent to Varanavata to be killed, and thus he warned Yudhishthira to be very careful in their new residential palace.” (Shrila Prabhupada, Shrimad Bhagavatam, 1.13.8 Purport)

After ruling Hastinapur for 38 years, the Pandavas decide to give up their kingdom and proceed to the heavens on foot. On the way, Bheem, Arjun, Nakul, Sahadev and Draupadi fall and die. Yudhistir approaches the heavens with his companion dog. Yudhistir is welcomed by Indra the lord of the heavens, but before he could enter the heavens Yudhistir had to take a tour through the hell and experience the horror.Find us on:X (Twitter): @MahabharatAudioFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MahabharataPodcastPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/mahabharata Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Unlike rules-based teachings prevalent in both modern and ancient texts, Vedic teachings are renowned for not prescribing commandments or rigid “rules.” Instead, Veda offer timeless wisdom through lessons that we can interpret and apply according to our level of consciousness.One of the core Vedic teachings, The Mahabharata, contains a specific set of chapters known as the Bhagavad Gita — the Song of God. Within these chapters lies a profound teaching distilled into just five words that, if fully understood and implemented, have the power to end our suffering.In English, these words are: “Established in Being, perform action.”In this episode, Thom unpacks the meaning and transformative impact of this teaching. He also shares the technique that enables all of us to integrate this wisdom into our daily lives.If you'd like to dive deeper into the Bhagavad Gita, we invite you to take a look at Thom's Exploring the Bhagavad Gita series of courses. These engaging and lively courses examine how the ancient and profound lessons of the Bhagavad Gita can be applied to modern life. You can find out more at https://thomknoles.com/bhagavad-gita/,Episode Highlights[00:45] The God Song[03:34] Mahabharata[05:29] Pandavas and Kauravas[08:12] Krishna's Choice: Army or Advisor/Charioteer?[09:47] Arjuna's Dilemma[13:09] Go Beyond All Relativity, Perform Action[16:29] How to Solve All Problems[19:11] Brahman Saṃsparsash: The Kiss of Totality[22:12] The Universe Having a Human ExperienceUseful Linksinfo@thomknoles.com https://thomknoles.com/https://www.instagram.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.facebook.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.youtube.com/c/thomknoleshttps://thomknoles.com/ask-thom-anything/

“God is an infinite circle whose center is everywhere and circumference nowhere.” – Nicholas of Cusa What does it mean for God to exist both within everything and beyond everything at the same time? In this riveting episode of Wisdom of the Sages, Raghunath and Kaustubha delve into the paradoxical nature of the divine, the various Universal Forms of Vishnu and the remarkable transformation of Bali Mahārāja—a so-called demon who became a pure bhakti yogi. Witness how Bali surrendered everything, even defying his own guru, to enter the world of pure devotion. Key Highlights: ✨ The mystery of God's universal form: how everything is within Him, yet He is beyond it all. ✨ Bali Mahārāja's journey from conqueror of worlds to surrendered devotee. ✨ Krishna serves as the messenger of the Pandavas and blows everyones mind ✨ What Bali's bhakti reveals about stepping out of the world of taking into the world of giving. ✨ Why the divine plan is always unfolding—even when it feels incomprehensible. This episode brings the teachings of the Śrīmad Bhāgavatam to life, exploring the paradox of divine immanence and transcendence through Bali's ultimate act of surrender.

“God is an infinite circle whose center is everywhere and circumference nowhere.” – Nicholas of Cusa What does it mean for God to exist both within everything and beyond everything at the same time? In this riveting episode of Wisdom of the Sages, Raghunath and Kaustubha delve into the paradoxical nature of the divine, the various Universal Forms of Vishnu and the remarkable transformation of Bali Mahārāja—a so-called demon who became a pure bhakti yogi. Witness how Bali surrendered everything, even defying his own guru, to enter the world of pure devotion. Key Highlights: ✨ The mystery of God's universal form: how everything is within Him, yet He is beyond it all. ✨ Bali Mahārāja's journey from conqueror of worlds to surrendered devotee. ✨ Krishna serves as the messenger of the Pandavas and blows everyones mind ✨ What Bali's bhakti reveals about stepping out of the world of taking into the world of giving. ✨ Why the divine plan is always unfolding—even when it feels incomprehensible. This episode brings the teachings of the Śrīmad Bhāgavatam to life, exploring the paradox of divine immanence and transcendence through Bali's ultimate act of surrender.

Arjuna goes on a self imposed 12 year exile in which he travels across India and has several adventures and forges new alliances strengthening Pandavas further.

In this episode, we'll share the stories behind Diwali- the Festival of Lights! Listen how Prince Rama, Sita, and Lakshman returned to Ayodhya after 14 years, bringing happiness back to their home. We'll also learn about the brave Pandavas and their joyful return, as well as Lord Krishna's victory over the demon Narakasur a story of courage and forgiveness. Each story shows us the strength of good over evil and the light we can bring into the world. Happy Diwali!

The Mahabharata concludes with the Pandavas journey up the himalayas, with an unexpected companion and lots of surprises waiting for them in the afterlife Transcript and show notes: https://sfipodcast.com/mahabharata-stairway-to-heaven-ep-277/  Music: https://www.purple-planet.com Previous Mahabharata episodes: https://sfipodcast.com/category/mahabharata/  #sfipodcast #Mahabharata #Mahabharat #Krishna #ShriKrishna #SriKrishna #LordKrishna #Pandavas #Pandavs #Pandav #Draupadi #Arjun #Bheema #Bhima #Yudhishthir #Nakul #Sahadev #Narada #Narad #NaradMuni #Yama #Dharma #Indra #Swarg

Draupadi, during her time in the kingdom of Veeradam, was troubled by Keechakan (also known as Kichaka), who was the chief commander of the army under King Veeradan. Draupadi was living incognito, disguised as a maid named Viradasaarani, during the Pandavas' exile in the court of Veeradam.

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The Pandavas visit the grieving King Dhritarashtra and queen Gandhari. Krishna saves Bheem from being crushed by Dhritarashtra. Gandhari curses Krishna for his role in destroying the Kuru family. Kunti reveals the true identity of Karna to her sons who mourn the death of their brother. Yudhistir ascends the throne of Hastinapur, but doesn't find any joy. When the sun moves to the northern hemisphere, Bhishma leaves his body and ascends to the heavens.Find us on:Twitter: @MahabharatAudioFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MahabharataPodcastPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/mahabharata Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“Maharaja Parikshit, the grandson of the Pandavas, was from his very childhood a great devotee of the Lord. Even while playing with dolls, he used to worship Lord Krishna by imitating the worship of the family Deity.” (Shrimad Bhagavatam, 2.3.15)

When Panda as come back to Hastinapur, Dhritarashtra is again faced with the dilemma of giving Yudhistir his rightful place at the throne. But the blind king's blind love for his son Duryodhana would never allow him to do so. So what does he do? Find out in this episode…

Krishna helps Arjuna realize that all beings (except the Pandavas) are already destined for destruction by His will. Arjuna seeks refuge in Krishna's mercy and guidance, feeling humbled and overwhelmed by the revelation of Krishna's universal form!

The Pandavas hear about the Swayamvara of the beautiful princess of Panchal- Draupadi and attend it dressed as poor Brahmins. Will they go unnoticed? Who will Draupadi marry? Listen to find out…

Aswathama takes his revenge by attacking the Pandava camp in the middle of the night and killing the five sons of Draupadi. He also kills Dhristyadumna to avenge his father's death. But his victory was short lived as the Pandavas chase him down and Krishna curses him to suffer a long and painful life.Find us on:Twitter: @MahabharatAudioFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MahabharataPodcastPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/mahabharata Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As the Pandavas exit Kamyaka and go to Ekachakra, they find out about the terrible Bakasura's terror in the city. Bheem decides to help. Will he be able to rid the people of Ekachakra from the terror of Bakasura? Listen to find out…

Duryodhana tries to kill the Pandavas by setting them up in a wax palace and burning it to the ground. Does he succeed? Listen to the episode to find out!

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On the 18th day of the war, Yudhistir kills Shalya, the newly appointed Kaurava chief and effectively ends the war. Duryodhan flees the battle field and hides in lake Dwaipayan. The Pandavas hunt him down and challenges Duryodhan to a one on one combat. Duryodhan picks Bheem as his opponent, and in an opportune moment Bheem strikes Duryodhan's thighs and crashes them.Find us on:Twitter: @MahabharatAudioFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MahabharataPodcastPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/mahabharata Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 20, 2022 • #Yogananda #Gita #BhagavadGita This is the third in a series of inspirational talks on the wisdom of the Bhagavad Gita as interpreted by Sri Sri Paramahansa Yogananda in God Talks With Arjuna, the great Guru's divinely inspired translation of and extensive commentary on this beloved scripture. The speaker is Swami Smaranananda Giri, a long-time sannyasi and current vice-president of Yogoda Satsanga Society of India, the organization founded by Paramahansaji in 1917 to disseminate his Kriya Yoga teachings in India and neighbouring countries. Paramahansa Yogananda (author of the spiritual classic Autobiography of a Yogi) interpreted the Bhagavad Gita with divine insight, exploring its psychological, spiritual, and metaphysical depths. He revealed the innermost essence of this majestic scripture while presenting an enlightening and deeply encouraging guide to who we are, why we were created, and our place and purpose in the vast cosmic scheme of things. In the previous two talks in this series (available on YouTube), Swamiji had introduced the book God Talks With Arjuna and elaborated on Paramahansaji's commentary on the first three Slokas. In this talk, he explains Slokas 4, 5, and 6, which describe the spiritual soldiers in the cerebrospinal centres — devotion, spiritual memory, discriminative intelligence, pranayama, and others that assist a devotee in his inner battle of Kurukshetra. These metaphysical soldiers, Paramahansaji says: “are the spiritual effects engendered by the devotee's practice of yoga. They, along with the five principal Pandavas, come to the aid of the yogi to help him battle the evil soldiers of the sense mind.” In his “how-to-live” teachings, Paramahansa Yogananda has given to people of all cultures, races, and creeds the means to free themselves from physical, mental, and spiritual inharmonies — to create for themselves a life of enduring happiness and all-round success. Learn more about Yogoda Satsanga Society of India and the path of Kriya Yoga meditation: https://yssofindia.org If you live in India, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Maldives, Nepal, or Sri Lanka, you can learn the science of Kriya Yoga by applying for the Yogoda Satsanga Lessons in Self-realization, the home-study course in the science of meditation and art of balanced spiritual living established by Paramahansa Yogananda: https://yssofindia.org/yss-lessons.php Residents of other countries around the world can apply for these same sacred teachings from Self-Realization Fellowship, the international headquarters of Paramahansa Yogananda's spiritual work: https://yogananda.org/lessons To read Paramahansa Yogananda's “God Talks With Arjuna: The Bhagavad Gita”: http://yssi.org/GTWA, and to read Paramahansa Yogananda's “Autobiography of a Yogi”: http://yssi.org/AoY *** #HowToLive#YSSSRF#YogodaSatsangaSociety#Yogananda#SelfRealizationFellowship#YogaMeditation#BhagavadGita#Gita *** Words of encouragement by Paramahansa Yoganandaji 0:00 Explanation of the fourth, fifth, and sixth verses 12:20 Metaphysical soldiers which are the spiritual effects gathered by practice of yoga 17:00 The eight components of Patanjali Ashtanga Marg 41:28 Universality of yoga 1:10:55 Recap of verses 4-6 1:21:40

Feb 10, 2022 #Yogananda #Gita #BhagavadGita This is the first in a series of inspirational talks on the wisdom of the Bhagavad Gita as it has been interpreted by Sri Sri Paramahansa Yogananda in God Talks With Arjuna, the great Guru's divinely inspired translation of and extensive commentary on this beloved scripture. The speaker is Swami Smaranananda Giri, a long-time sannyasi and current vice-president of Yogoda Satsanga Society of India, the organization founded by Paramahansaji in 1917 to disseminate his Kriya Yoga teachings in India and neighbouring countries. Paramahansa Yogananda (author of the spiritual classic Autobiography of a Yogi) interpreted the Bhagavad Gita with divine insight, exploring its psychological, spiritual, and metaphysical depths. He revealed the innermost essence of this majestic scripture while presenting an enlightening and deeply encouraging guide to who we are, why we were created, and our place and purpose in the vast cosmic scheme of things. In this talk Swami Smaranananda Giri elaborates upon Paramahansaji's commentary, explaining through analogies and anecdotes how the presence of Kauravas (bad tendencies) within us impedes our spiritual progress and how nurturing the Pandavas (good tendencies) within us will eventually bring about the defeat of those Kauravas in the inner battle of Kurukshetra, thus leading to the attainment of the ultimate goal of Self-realization. In his “how-to-live” teachings, Paramahansa Yogananda has given to people of all cultures, races, and creeds the means to free themselves from physical, mental, and spiritual inharmonies — to create for themselves a life of enduring happiness and all-round success. Learn more about Yogoda Satsanga Society of India and the path of Kriya Yoga meditation: https://yssofindia.org If you live in India, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Maldives, Nepal, or Sri Lanka, you can learn the science of Kriya Yoga by applying for the Yogoda Satsanga Lessons in Self-realization, the home-study course in the science of meditation and art of balanced spiritual living established by Paramahansa Yogananda: https://yssofindia.org/yss-lessons.php Residents of other countries around the world can apply for these same sacred teachings from Self-Realization Fellowship, the international headquarters of Paramahansa Yogananda's spiritual work: https://yogananda.org/lessons ----- #HowToLive #YSSSRF #YogodaSatsangaSociety #Yogananda #SelfRealizationFellowship #YogaMeditation#BhagavadGita#Gita0:00 Uniqueness of God Talks With Arjuna & the Divine assurance 39:05 Relevance of the Gita to our physical, psychological, and spiritual well-being 44:48 Verse 1 & its explanation of the inner battle 53:02 Five sheaths and the stages of soul evolution

The Mahabharata continued, with an explanation of how Draupadi ended up marrying all 5 Pandavas. Also: murderous plots, arson accusations and insurance fraud! Transcript and show notes: https://sfipodcast.com/mahabharata-draupadi-weds-the-pandavas-ep-248/  Music: https://www.purple-planet.com Previous Mahabharata Episodes: https://sfipodcast.com/category/mahabharata/#sfipodcast #Mahabharata #Mahabharat #Krishna #Arjun #Draupadi #Kurukshetra #Hastinapura #Pandavas #Pandava #Pandav #Pandavs #Drupad #Duryodhan #Karna --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storiesfromindia/message

Acharya Drona narrates his story of friendship turned into animosity with King Drupada and asks his students to capture the King. Pandavas successfully do so. Drona lets King Drupada leave with half his kingdom and Drupada swears revenge for his insult by Drona and has a yagna conducted. From the sacrificial fire, Dristadyumna is born is with the sole purpose in life to kill Drona. But along with Dristadyumna walks out Draupadi, his sister, from the fire.

On the seventeenth day of the war, Bheem kills Dussashan and in a ghastly act drinks his blood. An unarmed and helpless Karna is killed by Arjun ensuring the victory of the Pandavas.Find us on:Twitter: @MahabharatAudioFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MahabharataPodcastPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/mahabharata Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Combining myth, history, fantasy, and philosophy, The Palace of Illusions tells the story of Draupadi, wife of the Pandavas, in a retelling of the Indian epic the Mahabharat. Neha and Shruti discuss the themes of appearances, feminism, and assertiveness in the various characters, while digging in to the plot.We also get to chat with our first podcast guest! Mishika is a co-founder of Brown Girl Bookshelf, a platform that celebrates South Asian writers and literature. She tells us about Divakaruni's latest novel, Independence, and we just had so much fun talking with her about books, reading, and life!Shelf Discovery and Other Books MentionedThe Palace of Illusions by Chitra Banerjee DivakaruniThe Forest of Enchantments by Chitra Banerjee DivakaruniThe Twentieth Wife by Indu SundaresanKaikeyi by Vaishnavi PatelIndependence by Chitra Banerjee DivakaruniThe Nightingale by Kristin HannahThe Parted Earth by Anjali EnjetiThe Daughters of Madurai by Rajasree VariyarIf you would like to hear more in-depth literary and cultural analysis, curated book recommendations, and critical commentary, subscribe to our free newsletter. You can also connect with us on Instagram or by emailing us at thenovelteapod@gmail.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As per Karna's wish, Duryodhan appoints Shalya as his charioteer. Shalya accepts the offer with the intention to distract Karna from the Pandavas. Arjun and Krishna visit an injured Yudhistir in the Pandava camp. Yudhistir's caustic remarks enrage Arjun and drive him to do the unthinkable.Find us on:Twitter: @MahabharatAudioFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MahabharataPodcastPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/mahabharata Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duryodhan appoints Karna as the new commander in chief of the Kaurava army. Karna vows to destroy the Pandavas. Yudhistir defeats Duryodhan in a one-on-one combat, but spares his life for Bheem to keep his promise.Find us on:Twitter: @MahabharatAudioFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MahabharataPodcastPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/mahabharata Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.