Vedanta: Ancient Wisdom for Life

Feb 12 2024 2
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With all the technological and economic progress, the world is still infested with stress and strain. The ancient Indian philosophy of Vedanta presents a practical, time-tested solution. Enables you to achieve success without stress, harmony in relationships and purpose in life. In this podcast, renowned philosopher and best-selling author Swami A. Parthasarathy, acclaimed as the greatest living exponent of Vedanta, answers questions on life and living. ”Living is an art, a skill, a technique. You need to learn and practise it as you would to play a musical instrument or fly an aircraft.”

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The Perfect Human Being - 4

Feb 12 2024 11 mins  
In this episode Swamiji reveals the Gita's secret to gaining mastery over sense objects. The Gita explains that by merely abstaining one cannot overcome one's desires for sense contact. Instead one must learn the art of dealing with sense objects culminating in complete suzerainty over them.

The Perfect Human Being - 3

Feb 05 2024 14 mins  
In this third episode of the series on 'The Perfect Human Being' from the Bhagavad Gita, Swamiji explains Lord Krishna's answers on how an Enlightened person conducts himself in the world and the impact of the world on him. Such a person bristles with dynamism and cheer but never gets attached to anything. He experiences the fluctuations of the world but never loses his

The Perfect Human Being - 2

Jan 29 2024 18 mins  
In episode 2 of ‘The Perfect Human Being’ series from the Bhagavad Gita, the great warrior Arjuna asks Lord Kṛṣṇa to define the nature of an Enlightened person. How does such a person express himself in the world, what happens within him and how does he react to external environments and events. In response Lord Kṛṣṇa begins his famed definition of a perfect person.

The Perfect Human Being - 1

Jan 22 2024 19 mins  
This series is based on a portion of Chapter 2 of the Bhagavad Gita wherein Lord Kṛṣṇa describes the nature and characteristics of an Enlightened soul, known as Sthitaprajña in Sanskrit. It is considered a masterpiece in scriptural literature. In this episode Swamiji explains the meaning of spiritual Enlightenment, the state of Self-Realisation.

Message of the Gita - 4

Aug 15 2023 12 mins  
The Bhagavad Gita expounds the three fundamental yogas spiritual disciplines of karma action, bhakti devotion and gnana knowledge. These disciplines enable one to lead a productive and harmonious life whilst evolving spiritually. Yet tragically the Gita is considered a post retirement pastime.

Message of the Gita - 3

Aug 08 2023 18 mins  
The two fundamental motivations that drive human action are acquisition and enjoyment. In this episode, Swamiji explains that while there is no taboo to acquisition, one’s present happiness should not be dependent on future acquisition. Also, to keep enjoyment alive in life one needs to moderate their contact.

Message of the Gita - 2

Aug 01 2023 14 mins  
One of the fundamental teachings of the Gita is objectivity in action. Episode 2 of the four-part series on the ‘Message of the Gita’ defines objectivity. Objectivity enables one to face any challenge in life. Moreover, it is the essence of spiritual development.

Message of the Gita - 1

Jul 25 2023 18 mins  
The Bhagavad Gita is an ancient Indian philosophical text that is considered a manual for living. In this four-part podcast series, Swami A. Parthasarathy provides a few insights into the Gita’s fundamental teachings and their practical application in life. The first episode reveals the technique of combining dynamic action with mental peace.

Who is Rich, Who is Poor?

May 24 2023 21 mins  
What defines richness or poverty? Is it merely quantum of wealth or is there something more to it? Renowned philosopher Swami A. Parthasarathy investigates and analyses the true meaning of richness and poverty.

When is Enough, Enough?

May 18 2023 22 mins  
The entire world is caught up in a mania for acquisition. Is there an end to the pursuit? How does one find lasting satisfaction and contentment in life? Swami A. Parthasarathy provides the answer.