The Sadhguru Podcast - Of Mystics and Mistakes #1370 - Krishna #5 Become Like Krishna
Aug 12, 2025
Discover the profound reasons behind the veneration of Krishna, despite his life culminating in conflict. Uncover the transformative journey from youthful exuberance to spiritual awakening. Explore how leadership intertwines with spirituality and the weight of ambition in shaping destinies. Sadhguru challenges the conventional understanding of success, shedding light on the deeper implications of our choices in life.
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Krishna Beyond Butter And Flute
- Most people picture Krishna as butter, girls, and flute.
- Sadhguru says this childhood image obscures his mature purpose.
Radha Took Up The Flute
- At sixteen Krishna left Vrindavan and gave his flute to Radha, never to play again.
- Sadhguru recounts he said, "I'm going and not coming back" as an offering.
Krishna's Radical Life Shift
- From sixteen to twenty-one Krishna lived as a brahmachari and took sannyas.
- Sadhguru notes he underwent severe sadhana before entering public life.