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Rahul N Singh host of The Bearded Mystic Podcast explores the Hindu philosophy of Advaita Vedanta or Nonduality in a very simple, direct and practical way. Episodes include discussions into eastern scriptures like The Bhagavad Gita, The Upanishads etc and discussions about everyday spirituality. Rahul has been on the spiritual path for over 20 years and has an open-minded approach to spirituality and finds that there is no one size fits all approach. Subscribe to the channel and don’t miss o ...
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Powerful tools for you to feel love now—and at any moment. Techniques and teachings from yoga philosophy, Advaita Vedanta, Kriya Yoga, and more that actually work and help us live a happier, more peaceful life while supporting wisdom and kindness in all. awakeyogameditation.substack.com
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This spirituality and self-help podcast features interviews, stories, and commentary from top writers and authors. Topics include Mysticism, Contemplative Spirituality, Nondual Awakening, Meditation, Christianit Mysticism, Psychology, Buddhism, Integral Theory, Advaita Vedanta, and more. Contemplative Light provides education and resources in a global effort towards inner transformation through contemplative prayer and meditation. Find us on Facebook where we have a very active community. WE ...
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Rupert Spira Podcast

Rupert Spira

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In this podcast series, Rupert Spira explores the non-dual understanding, expressed in different ways. Please subscribe if you would like to be notified whenever new episodes are available. If you would like to find out more about events, publications, and Rupert's archive of recordings, please visit rupertspira.com. Music written and played by Shena Power and recorded by Simon Power.
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Shankara Stotra Recitations

Sukadev Bretz - Joy and Peace through Mantra

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Sanskrit Recitations from the Works of Adiguru Shankaracharya. Listen to recitations of Stotras, of Sanskrit Hymns, of Adiguru Shankaracharya. Shri Shankara is the most important Indian Philosopher-Saint. He was the Master-Exponent of Kevala Advaita Vedanta. But he was also a Bhakta, a devotee. He composed many hymns in devotion to Shiva, Krishna, Devi. These are recordings from Yoga Vidya Ashram Germany.
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Video and Audio Presentations about Tantra Yoga as a Spiritual Path and for personal healing. Topics include Sacred Sexuality, balancing body, mind and Spirit, enlightenment, Self-realization, meditation, Tantra and related yoga practices, non-dualism, non-duality, Advaita Vedanta, Kashmir Shaivism, and Tantric perspectives on Life, consciousness and the individual Self.
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Immerse yourself in the transformative teachings of Chapter 6 of the Bhagavad Gita, known as Dhyana-Yoga or the Path of Meditation. This profound teaching reveals the non-dual (Advaita) reality underlying all existence while offering practical guidance for serious spiritual seekers. In this illuminating exploration, we uncover how Lord Krishna guides Arjuna through the subtleties of true meditation—not merely as a technique, but as a direct pathway to Self-realization. Discover the essential ...
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Dharma Talk with Shiv Baba

Baba Shivaram Saraswati

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Shiv Baba is a monk of the Advaita Vedanta tradition in the lineage of Rama Krishna. His spiritual journey has included living at two Eastern Orthodox monasteries, intensive training in Tibetan Buddhist ascetic practices, and a decade of study and practice with his beloved guru. His ascetic experiences in such a diverse array of cultural settings prepared him for the acceptance of diversity which is the hallmark of the Advaita Vedanta tradition. He believes that helping people find a way to ...
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Looking for Aha-moments? Surprisingly useful connections? Interested in learning more about You, how your personality was formed, who you truly are? I know I am. And so, as an INFJ type I enjoy finding underlying patterns and share them in this forum. I also talk about Non-Duality (Advaita Vedanta). Take this journey with me and with your questions and comments we will tread forth together, attempting to make sense of it all. :)
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Meditation, Non-duality, Mysticism, Yoga and other spiritual traditions and practices, the Inner Quest Podcast is about exploring these topics through talks and interviews with teachers and seekers. The program isn't live, but you can leave a message to be shared in future episodes. Ram Goodman is a student of Advaita Vedanta and a Yogacharya in the Sivananda Tradition.
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Every evening the teachings of Aghoreshwar Bhagwan Ram are read and contemplated at Sonoma Ashram. The passages are read from "The Book of Aghor Wisdom", containing the core teachings compiled over the lifetime of this great modern saint. Baba Harihar Ram, a monk and disciple of Aghoreshwar, offers his commentary on each teaching.
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Mark Coleman has been engaged in meditation practice since 1981, primarily within the Insight meditation tradition. He has been teaching meditation retreats since 1997. His teaching is also influenced by his studies with Advaita Vedanta and Tibetan teachers in Asia and the West, and through his teacher training with Jack Kornfield. Mark primarily teaches at Spirit Rock Meditation Center in California, though he also teaches nationally, in Europe and India. He leads backpacking retreats, natu ...
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Come, step into the warm embrace of Bhagavad Gita Chapter 12, lovingly called Bhakti Yoga - the "Yoga of Devotion" - and let its timeless wisdom touch your heart through the gentle lens of Advaita Vedanta. This beautiful chapter feels like a whispered secret from Lord Krishna to Arjuna, and to you too, showing how bhakti (devotion) and jnana (self-knowledge) aren’t distant cousins but soulmates on the journey to moksha (liberation). Can you imagine? Even the wise Advaita Vedanta masters, lik ...
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Bhagavad Gita lessons are a mirror to the self (you), revealing the nature of reality, the mind, and our place in the grand order of existence. It presents a step-by-step method to help seekers refine their thinking, emotions, and decision-making, guiding them toward freedom from limitation (moksha, or enlightenment) and a deep, unshakable clarity about life. This podcast is rooted in the Arsha Vidya tradition of Swami Dayananda Saraswati, offering a direct, nuanced, and highly relevant appr ...
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Send us a text Rahul explores the fundamental differences between the Law of Attraction and Advaita Vedanta, revealing why manifestation practices often hinder rather than help spiritual seekers on the path to lasting happiness. • Law of Attraction focuses on fulfilling ego desires while Advaita Vedanta aims to transcend them • The world in Advaita…
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Dear Feel Love Now Community, "All that matters is what God wants." These words, spoken by Swami Shankarananda in his final days, hold a profound truth. Our existence—every breath, every moment—is a gift from the Divine. To recognize this is to let go of fear and surrender fully to love. How can we open our hearts so completely that the Divine flow…
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Dear Feel Love Now Community, The feeling of negativity can feel overwhelming, but it’s important to remember that emotions are just energy, they can shift and transform. In this short talk, Swami Nityananda explore how to release the grip of inner criticism or negativity by allowing our emotions to move through us. Instead of holding onto judgment…
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In this episode Rupert speaks with the head of the Vedanta Society of New York, Swami Sarvapriyananda. The dialogue is taken from the Awake in Stillness: The End of Dreaming Conference and is moderated by Bill Free from The Centre for Awakening. The conversation touches on many topics related to Advaita Vedanta, such as the Progressive Path, the Di…
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Dear Feel Love Now Community, You were born whole, perfect, and radiant—this is the truth of who you are. From the yogic tradition to the words of Jesus and the Psalms, spiritual teachings remind us again and again: You are divine. You are a child of immortal bliss. You don’t need to earn your worth—it’s your very nature. Let this reflection guide …
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Send us a text Today's unplanned reflection explores spiritual ego—that subtle feeling of superiority that can arise when we believe we're more enlightened or humble than others. • Spiritual ego manifests when we think we're better than others or have achieved higher realization • True enlightenment brings certain values that vary between tradition…
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Dear Feel Love Now Community, "All that matters is what God wants." These words, spoken by Swami Shankarananda in his final days, hold a profound truth. Our existence—every breath, every moment—is a gift from the Divine. To recognize this is to let go of fear and surrender fully to love. How can we open our hearts so completely that the Divine flow…
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Send us a text Spiritual education forms an essential foundation for children's development, providing them with tools to understand themselves beyond grades, roles, and achievements. • Children need identity beyond ego – teaching them they are more than their name, gender, or achievements • Immunity to comparison and pressure helps children recogn…
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Send us a text Spiritual practice can become routine and boring when we repeatedly hear the same teachings without changing our approach to receiving them, but by shifting how we listen and actively engaging with each concept on a personal level, we can transform even simple teachings into profound insights. • Finding spiritual teachings boring oft…
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Send us a text In this episode of The Bearded Mystic Podcast, host Rahul N Singh delves into the concept of shadow work and its importance in the journey toward self-realization and enlightenment. He argues that shadow work must be done before enlightenment to prepare the mind for understanding one's true nature. Rahul discusses the four prerequisi…
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Dear Feel Love Now Community, Worry is one of the most harmful emotions we carry. It keeps us entangled, caught in patterns that drain our energy and peace. But how do we untangle this web of thoughts? The Buddha’s timeless wisdom in the Jata Sutta reminds us that integrity, mindfulness, and discernment dissolve these inner knots. When we turn with…
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Send us a text Abandoning the concept of God in spirituality can lead to a dead end, but understanding Ishvara as the bridge between duality and non-duality creates a clear path to self-realization. This episode explores why the personal God remains essential in Advaita Vedanta, even as we progress toward recognizing Brahman as our ultimate reality…
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Send us a text Exploring Vedanta Sara verse 13 and 14, we examine the purpose of spiritual actions and worship in preparing the mind for self-realization while distinguishing between practices that purify and those that lead to ultimate liberation. • Daily rituals, austerities and penances primarily serve to purify the mind (chitta shuddhi) • Worsh…
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Send us a text Bhakti yoga involves transcending the forms we worship to reach the formless divine essence; persistent duality becomes an obstacle when it creates a new ego identity based on being "the devotee." • The ultimate goal is to dissolve the separation between worshipper and worshipped • Emotional highs in devotional practices can be beaut…
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Send us a text Psychedelics cannot lead to enlightenment according to the Advaita Vedanta framework, as true awakening is the recognition of one's nature as formless awareness rather than a temporary experience. Enlightenment is not a mind-altered state but the realization of what you already are, which requires clarity rather than chemical substan…
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Dear Feel Love Now Community, In this now moment, you have the power to shift your life. Let go of blame, release pain, and allow love to flow. The divine presence within you is always here—offering peace, wisdom, and healing. You are not bound by the past. You are free. Trust the goodness within you. Love yourself. Love the Divine. And let that lo…
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Discussion begins with the Vedantic definition of meditation and how to bring Ishvara (the divine) into one's life. It outlines three steps: removing incorrect notions about Ishvara, understanding the right definition, and using this understanding to transform one's life positively. The session then delves into the practical aspects of meditation, …
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Verse 1: Krishna defines a true sannyasi or yogi as one who performs necessary actions without attachment to specific results. This person understands that actions can bring four types of results: more than expected, equal to expected, less than expected, or opposite of expected. The verse emphasizes intelligent living by understanding and working …
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Verse 6: This verse discusses self-mastery. For those who have mastered themselves, the self becomes a friend. For those who haven't, the self remains an enemy. It emphasizes the importance of self-control in spiritual growth. Verse 7: Describes the qualities of a self-mastered person. They remain tranquil and composed in the face of opposites like…
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In this session, we explore verses 27-47 from Chapter 6 of the Bhagavad Gita, focusing on the nature of the mind, yoga practice, and the relationship with Ishvara (the divine). The text discusses the challenges of controlling the restless mind and offers solutions through practice (abhyasa) and objectivity (vairagya). It addresses Arjuna's concerns…
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In this session, we explore the difference between meditation and contemplation as discussed in the Bhagavad Gita, Chapter 6, Verses 14-17. Meditation (dhyānam) is described as a mental action for purifying the mind, while contemplation (nididhyasanam) is a means of knowledge to reveal the already true limitlessness. The session delves into the res…
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In this session, we explore the concept of a mature mind as described in the Bhagavad Gita, Chapter 6, Verses 18-25. The discussion focuses on managing desires responsibly, distinguishing between binding and non-binding desires, and the importance of developing emotional and mental maturity. The session delves into the indicators of a mature mind, …
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The first in a series of curated conversations from gatherings with Rupert at Colet House in London, this episode begins with a meditation and includes dialogues on coping with depression, dealing with challenging people and circumstances, and understanding feelings of existential dread. Other subjects include what it means to embody being, how to …
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Send us a text We explore how spiritual practice should be viewed as a full-time commitment rather than a part-time effort if we truly seek liberation, comparing spiritual development to working a job where you only receive benefits proportional to your dedication. • Treating spirituality like a full-time job means maintaining awareness of the form…
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Send us a text Death is not morbid but a doorway to understanding our true nature beyond the body and mind. Contemplating our mortality helps us appreciate the beauty in everyday experiences while recognizing the boundless consciousness that transcends physical limitations. • Consciousness is not bound to our body and mind but extends everywhere wi…
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Dear Feel Love Now Community, Karma is often misunderstood as punishment, fate, or something looming over us from past lifetimes. But Swami Shankarananda reminds us that karma simply means action—it is neutral. When we release fear-based beliefs about karma, we can embrace it as a powerful force for creation and transformation. Instead of wondering…
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Send us a text We explore Vedanta Saras starting from verse 7, examining various types of actions and their purposes while emphasizing that true spiritual knowledge transcends ritualistic practices. • Different categories of actions: desire-driven (karmia), prohibited (nishida), daily (nitya), occasional (nemitaka), and penances (prayashitta) • Rit…
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Send us a text The spiritual path requires discernment when allegations arise against gurus, as blind faith contradicts the principles of Advaita Vedanta which emphasizes self-inquiry and ethical conduct from spiritual teachers. • Distinguishing between teachings and teachers when misconduct allegations surface • Using vivek (discernment) rather th…
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Send us a text The journey through Vedanta continues as we explore the foundational texts and philosophical underpinnings that reveal our true nature as indivisible, eternal consciousness. We examine why the Upanishads stand as the ultimate authority in Vedantic philosophy and how other sacred texts serve to illuminate their timeless wisdom. • Veda…
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Chapter 2, Verse 41: Verse introduces vyavasāyātmikā buddhi (resolute understanding) as the key differentiator between ordinary karma and karma–yoga. A karma–yogi actively uses life situations to gain clarity about reality and connect with Ishvara for moksha. Simply following dharma or improving the mind isn't karma–yoga unless it becomes a means t…
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Chapter 2, Verse 25: The self (Atman) is described as avyakta (unmanifest), acintya (unthinkable), and avikara (unchanging). Unlike the subtle-body composed of five elements, Atman is untouched by elemental influences. It is the subject that objectifies everything, free from the six changes that affect the body-mind complex. Understanding self like…
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Chapter 2, Verse 22: Atma is existence of awareness nature, without a second. Jiva means, I take self to be as good as the sthula-sharira, suksma-sharira, and karana-sharira. Karma accumulates as seen and unseen results, influencing future births. Samskaras develop through physical, spoken, and mental actions – shaping personality through time. Ver…
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Chapter 2, Verse 47: Humans have free will (purushartha) in actions but not in results. Results are governed by Ishvara's impartial laws, not personal wishes. Your free will gives you three choices: do, not do, or do differently. Common misinterpretation of verse suggests indifference to results. Correct understanding is that expectations and desir…
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Satya-mithya analysis reveals reality's structure: everything, from big objects to tiny particles, is mithya (dependent reality), made of forms within forms. Science stops with the final building block of universe at the unpredictable quantum level. Vedanta suggests two final building blocks that makes up everything: Ishvara (Intelligence) and sat-…
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Chapter 2, verses 11-30 presents Self-knowledge (atma jnana). Krishna establishes awareness as essential nature, body-mind as incidental nature through satya-mithya analysis – showing absolute reality (satyam) versus dependent existence (mithya). Introduces Ishvara as knowledge-power manifesting universe, with awareness (brahman) as final substratu…
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Chapter 2, Verse 38: The verse outlines three universal criteria for decision-making: sukha-duhkha (pursuit of happiness/avoiding pain), labha-alabha (seeking highest gain), and jaya-ajaya (desire for victory). However, these alone are insufficient and must be guided by samanya-dharma (consideration of others' wellbeing). This prevents two extremes…
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Roles and identity: We assume different roles (father, worker, teacher etc.) but can lose ourselves in those roles. Wisdom is recognizing there is an “I” separate from these roles. Swadharma: Defined as one's personal duty or “what is to be done” based on one's values and relationships. Nature of the Self (Atma): The Self is not an object to be exp…
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Chapter 2, Verse 21: Krishna introduces indestructible Atman (self) to Arjuna. He emphasizes duty (svadharma) and necessity of participation. Krishna urges Arjuna to see beyond personal relationships, recognize his larger role, and act objectively. Verse illustrates how individual actions affect the collective, using analogy of fingers and an arm t…
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Chapter 2, Verses 47-48: These verses teach the essence of Karma Yoga through the principle of action without being burdened by results. A Karma-Yogi maintains enthusiasm and cheerfulness (like Krishna) by understanding that while actions are within our control, outcomes follow Ishvara's infallible laws. This understanding brings samatvam (evenness…
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Chapter 2, Verse 49: Karma-yoga (action with proper attitude) is superior to action driven by desire for results. The verse contrasts two approaches: those who act for results become entangled in disappointment and judgment, while karma-yogis maintain composure by recognizing Ishvara's laws govern results. A karma-yogi sees every action as an oppor…
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Session focuses on the nature of human problems and the concept of Atma (the self). It distinguishes between two types of problems: (a) situational issues and (b) fundamental problem related to self-recognition. The fundamental problem is the desire to see oneself as a complete being, free from limitations. Krishna addresses this by emphasizing the…
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Chapter 2, Verse 28: All beings cycle between manifest and unmanifest states, making grief unnecessary as nothing truly dies. Like seeds becoming trees and Einstein's E=MC² equation showing matter-energy transformation through nuclear fusion. While this reveals there is no true death, it doesn't give permission to misuse your human birth. Chapter 2…
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Chapter 2, Verse 31: Varna-ashrama dharma comprises four categories: Brahmana (thinkers), Ksatriya (rulers), Vaishya (commerce), Shudra (supporters). Each role vital like body parts. Krishna instructs Arjuna to fulfill kshatriya dharma despite discomfort. Avoiding duties brings shame, low self-esteem. Varna determined by actions, not birth. Verse e…
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Chapter 2, Verse 50 (revision): Karma-yoga requires discrimination (kaushalam) in action through three aspects of dharma: ahimsa (minimizing harm), bharana (sustaining wellbeing), and prabhava (creating growth and harmony). Chapter 2, Verse 51: Karma-yoga comprises two essential attitudes: Arpana Buddhi (consider the well-being of your and other si…
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Chapter 2, Verse 53: The verse explains the transition from karma-kanda (Vedic rituals) to self-knowledge through karma-yoga. When the mind transcends the various goals presented in the Vedas (artha, kāma, dharma), it becomes steady in recognizing the ultimate goal – moksha. Karma-yoga serves as a bridge, transforming worldly pursuits into spiritua…
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Chapter 2, Verse 26: Even if you view Self (ātman) as going through birth and death (nitya-jātam), grief is still inappropriate. Because force of destruction is essential for life's progression – from cellular renewal to brain development, natural cycles, and life stages. Without destruction, growth, evolution, and new opportunities would be imposs…
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Chapter 2, Verse 18: Arjuna is reminded that the body (sharira) is temporary and subject to disintegration, while the self (shariri) is eternal and indestructible. This verse emphasizes the need for a cognitive distinction between the body and the self. The body is merely an instrument for gaining wisdom and should not be mistaken for one's true id…
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Chapter 2, Verse 44: Those lacking discernment (vyavasāyātmikā buddhi) are easily swayed by flowery promises of pleasure and power. Such people, with minds clouded by materialistic pursuits, jump between various spiritual techniques without understanding their true purpose. They misinterpret scriptures, including the Bhagavad Gita, due to their att…
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Introduction Teachings: The Self manifests through three bodies: the Sthula sharira (physical body made of 5 elements), Sukshma sharira (subtle body containing four functions), and Karana sharira (causal body storing samskaras and unseen results of past actions). The Sukshma sharira operates through Manas (emotions/doubting), Buddhi (decision makin…
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