109 episodes

This video series is an explanation of India’s best-loved scripture approached from an entirely fresh perspective — one that combines its deep allegorical meaning with its down-to-earth practicality.

The Essence of the Bhagavad Gita Ananda

    • Religion & Spirituality
    • 4.6 • 44 Ratings

This video series is an explanation of India’s best-loved scripture approached from an entirely fresh perspective — one that combines its deep allegorical meaning with its down-to-earth practicality.

    Introduction to The Essence of the Bhagavad Gita

    Introduction to The Essence of the Bhagavad Gita

    The Bhagavad Gita, Swami Kriyananda says, is probably the deepest scripture in the world. It shows us how to find true and lasting happiness.

    • 8 min
    The Four Aspects of Mind

    The Four Aspects of Mind

    The Bhagavad Gita allegorically shows how we manifest from spirit into form. Krishna and Arjuna's dialogue illustrates how we gamble away peace playing with worldly delusion and desires. Swami Kriyananda explains the four aspects of mind that catch us in delusion when we attach through feeling.

    • 8 min
    The Need for a Guru - The Bhagavad Gita

    The Need for a Guru - The Bhagavad Gita

    It is an immense blessing to have a guru who can help attune and guide the disciple to transcend ego-delusion and realize the true essence beyond limitations. With deep receptivity and willingness, the guru awakens within the disciple the infinite potential to be an instrument of the Divine.

    • 10 min
    What Is the Source of All Suffering?

    What Is the Source of All Suffering?

    Swami Kriyananda shares stories from his personal journey with his guru, Paramhansa Yogananda.

    • 9 min
    A Saint Is a Sinner Who Never Gave up

    A Saint Is a Sinner Who Never Gave up

    Chapter 1, Stanza 1

    • 9 min
    Overcoming Bad Habits

    Overcoming Bad Habits

    Chapter 1, Stanza 2

    • 9 min

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44 Ratings

44 Ratings

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Beautiful, positive, and honest study of the scriptures with educated personal commentary and intelligent cross referencing of other religious texts and history. Listened to hours of it on a road trip. Enjoyed immensely.

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