Welcome back to the Bhagwat Gita podcast! In this episode, we will explore the seventeenth chapter of the Gita, titled "Shraddha-traya-vibhaga Yoga - The Yoga of Threefold Faith". This chapter discusses the concept of faith and its three types - sattvic (mode of goodness), rajasic (mode of passion), and tamasic (mode of ignorance). Lord Krishna explains that one's actions, food, sacrifice, charity, and austerity are all influenced by the type of faith one has. The chapter also highlights the importance of performing actions without attachment to their results and with devotion to God. Join us as we delve into the profound teachings of this chapter, and learn how we can develop sattvic faith and perform actions that lead to our spiritual evolution. By understanding the three types of faith and their effects on our lives, we can make conscious choices that lead to our spiritual progress and happiness.

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Welcome back to the Bhagwat Gita podcast! In this episode, we will explore the sixteenth chapter of the Gita, titled "Daivasura-sampad-vibhaga Yoga - The Yoga of Discerning the Divine and Demoniac Natures". This chapter describes the characteristics of those who possess divine nature and those who possess demoniac nature. Lord Krishna explains that those with divine nature possess qualities such as fearlessness, purity, truthfulness, and compassion, while those with demoniac nature possess qualities such as arrogance, anger, greed, and cruelty. The chapter also emphasizes the importance of cultivating divine qualities and avoiding demoniac qualities, as the latter lead to bondage and suffering. Join us as we delve into the profound teachings of this chapter, and learn how we can cultivate the divine nature within ourselves and lead a life of peace and fulfillment. By understanding the distinction between divine and demoniac qualities, we can make conscious choices that lead to our spiritual progress and happiness.

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Welcome back to the Bhagwat Gita podcast! In this episode, we will explore the fifteenth chapter of the Gita, titled "Purushottama Yoga - The Yoga of the Supreme Person". This chapter is a continuation of the previous one, and delves deeper into the nature of the Supreme Person, who is beyond the influence of the three modes of material nature. Lord Krishna teaches that the ultimate goal of human life is to realize our true nature as eternal spiritual beings, and to develop an unbreakable connection with the Supreme Person, who is the source of all existence. The chapter also explores the concept of the spiritual world, which is beyond the limitations of time, space, and material nature, and which can be attained through the practice of devotional service. Join us as we delve into the profound teachings of this chapter, and discover how they can help us realize our highest potential as spiritual beings. By embracing the principles of Purushottama Yoga, we can learn to transcend the limitations of material existence and experience the ultimate fulfillment of life.

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Welcome back to the Bhagwat Gita podcast! In this episode, we will explore the fourteenth chapter of the Gita, titled "Gunatraya Vibhaga Yoga - The Yoga of the Three Qualities of Material Nature". This chapter is a detailed analysis of the three modes of material nature - sattva (goodness), rajas (passion), and tamas (ignorance) - and their influence on individual consciousness. Lord Krishna teaches that all beings are influenced by these three modes, which affect our thoughts, actions, and perceptions. The chapter also explores the nature of spiritual transcendence, and how one can rise above the limitations of material nature by cultivating the qualities of goodness and detachment. Join us as we delve into the profound teachings of this chapter, and discover how they can help us understand the workings of the mind and the world around us. By embracing the principles of Gunatraya Vibhaga Yoga, we can learn to cultivate a more balanced and harmonious approach to life, and ultimately attain spiritual liberation.

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Welcome back to the Bhagwat Gita podcast! In this episode, we will explore the thirteenth chapter of the Gita, titled "Kshetra-Kshetrajna Vibhaga Yoga - The Yoga of the Distinction Between the Field and the Knower of the Field". This chapter is a deep inquiry into the nature of the self and the world, and offers a detailed explanation of the distinction between the body, mind, and the soul. Lord Krishna teaches that the physical body and its attributes are the field, while the soul or the consciousness that perceives the field is the knower of the field. The chapter also explores the importance of detachment and equanimity in spiritual practice, as well as the nature of knowledge and its role in spiritual realization. Join us as we delve into the profound teachings of this chapter, and discover how they can help us cultivate a deeper sense of spiritual awareness and connection with the divine. By embracing the principles of Kshetra-Kshetrajna Vibhaga Yoga, we can learn to develop a more holistic understanding of the self and the world, and ultimately attain liberation from the cycle of birth and death.

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Welcome back to the Bhagwat Gita podcast! In this episode, we will explore the twelfth chapter of the Gita, titled "Bhakti Yoga - The Yoga of Devotion". This chapter is dedicated to the principles and practice of Bhakti Yoga, which is one of the most popular and accessible paths of yoga in the Gita. Lord Krishna teaches that by cultivating devotion towards the divine, one can overcome the limitations of the ego and attain a state of pure consciousness. The chapter explores the nature of devotion, the different types of devotees, and the importance of surrender and humility in the path of Bhakti. Join us as we delve into the profound teachings of this chapter, and discover how they can help us cultivate a deeper sense of spiritual awareness and connection with the divine. By embracing the principles of Bhakti Yoga, we can learn to cultivate a heart-centered approach to life, and ultimately realize the eternal love and grace of the divine.

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