Gita For Daily Living

Episode 373: Chapter 2, verses 23,24 and 25

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Apr 27, 2020
Dive into the depths of self-awareness as the discussion reveals the imperishable nature of the self, likening it to electricity that remains unchanged despite the body's transformations. Transformations in life are illustrated through engaging metaphors, where the self is compared to a constant essence amidst physical change. The talk emphasizes the contrast between the enduring self and the temporary body, while also exploring how ignorance clouds true self-understanding, ultimately urging listeners to embrace awareness for personal growth.
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INSIGHT

Gita: Upanishads' Cliff Notes

  • The Bhagavad Gita summarizes complex Upanishad concepts, making them accessible.
  • It explains the Self's nature, which is seen as one entity expressed through different bodies, like electricity powering various devices.
INSIGHT

Body as Clothing

  • The Self changes bodies as we grow, like changing clothes when they're no longer suitable.
  • This transmigration occurs when a body cannot fulfill one's desires or goals.
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Indestructible Self

  • The Self, being subtler than physical elements, cannot be destroyed by them.
  • Weapons cannot cut it, fire cannot burn it, water cannot wet it, and wind cannot dry it.
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