Gita For Daily Living

Neil Bhatt
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Apr 12, 2025 • 23min

Episode 501: Chapter 12, verses 1, 2 and 3

Delve into the fascinating concepts of supreme devotion and the dichotomy of worship styles: personal versus impersonal. Explore how the devoted connect with a manifest form of the Divine, like Krishna, versus the all-pervading, un-manifest Brahman. Discover the transformation of the Self in the path of Bhakti Yoga, emphasizing the balance between faith and understanding in one’s spiritual journey. This insightful discussion illuminates Arjuna's quest for the most effective way to embrace the Supreme.
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Mar 30, 2025 • 22min

Episode 500: Chapter 11, verses 53, 54 and 55

Bhagavad Gita Ch. 11 “Yoga of the Vision of the Universal Form” Verses 53, 54, & 55 The lecture discusses Krishna’s statement that the cosmic form witnessed by Arjuna is not available to even Devas and cannot be experienced through knowledge of Vedas, charity, or austerity. Single-pointed devotion to the Supreme is the only means to achieve the vision of the Supreme self through learning and reflecting on its nature. Moksharthi - Please visit YouTube for Bhajans by Neil Bhatt - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8jOW56VdfinQGoaP3cRFi-lSBfxjflJE Gita for Daily Living - Now on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@GitaforDailyLiving
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Mar 16, 2025 • 18min

Episode 499: Chapter 11, verses 49 - 52

Bhagavad Gita Ch. 11 “Yoga of the Vision of the Universal Form” Verses 50, 51, & 52 The lecture discusses Arjuna’s request to see Krishna in the form of Vishnu. Instead, Krishna showed him his gentle human form as Vasudeva, son of Vasudev, and why.          Moksharthi - Please visit YouTube for Bhajans by Neil Bhatt - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8jOW56VdfinQGoaP3cRFi-lSBfxjflJE Gita for Daily Living - Now on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@GitaforDailyLiving
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Mar 2, 2025 • 17min

Episode 498: Chapter 11. verses 47, 48 and 49

Bhagavad Gita Ch. 11 “Yoga of the Vision of the Universal Form” Verses 47, 48, & 49 The lecture discusses Krishna’s statement that no one has ever seen the Cosmic Form before Arjuna and that this Cosmic Form is not available to the seekers pursuing traditional religious practices. Moksharthi - Please visit YouTube for Bhajans by Neil Bhatt - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8jOW56VdfinQGoaP3cRFi-lSBfxjflJE Gita for Daily Living - Now on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@GitaforDailyLiving
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Feb 17, 2025 • 22min

Episode 497: Chapter 11, verses 44, 45 and 46

Bhagavad Gita Ch. 11 “Yoga of the Vision of the Universal Form” Verses 44, 45, & 46 The lecture discusses Arjuna’s mixed feelings of rejoicing and fear while witnessing the cosmic form of the Supreme Being and his admission that he would like to see him in the gentler form of Vishnu, with a crown on his head and a mace and discus in his hands. Moksharthi - Please visit YouTube for Bhajans by Neil Bhatt - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8jOW56VdfinQGoaP3cRFi-lSBfxjflJE Gita for Daily Living - Now on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@GitaforDailyLiving
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Feb 2, 2025 • 20min

Episode 496: Chapter 11, verses 41, 42 and 43

Arjuna's realization of Krishna's true nature as the Supreme Being takes center stage. He grapples with guilt over addressing Krishna merely as a friend, failing to recognize His divine greatness. The discussion highlights the difference between superficial knowledge and true spiritual conviction. Themes of forgiveness and surrender to the Supreme also emerge, conveying Krishna's eternal role as the father of all beings. This transformative journey emphasizes the value of direct experience in understanding one's spiritual path.
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Jan 19, 2025 • 20min

Episode 495: Chapter 11, verses 37 - 40

Bhagavad Gita Ch. 11 “Yoga of the Vision of the Universal Form” Verses 37,  38, 39, & 40 The lecture discusses the verses described as the most beautiful Universal Prayer to the Lord of all beings and things. The supreme consciousness that pervades everywhere knows everything and is worthy of knowing by all beings. Moksharthi - Please visit YouTube for Bhajans by Neil Bhatt - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8jOW56VdfinQGoaP3cRFi-lSBfxjflJE Gita for Daily Living - Now on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@GitaforDailyLiving
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Jan 6, 2025 • 25min

Episode 494: Chapter 11, verses 31 - 36

Arjuna's awe-filled encounter with the cosmic form of Krishna reveals deep introspection about divinity and the nature of good and evil. The podcast dives into the destructive power of time, reminding us that even the strongest are subject to its influence. Arjuna wrestles with surrendering his fears while navigating crucial decisions, highlighting the importance of devotion and mortal responsibility. Listeners are encouraged to embrace their duties within the divine plan, transforming through surrender to a higher power.
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Dec 22, 2024 • 21min

Episode 493: Chapter 11, verses 28, 29 and 30

Bhagavad Gita Ch. 11 “Yoga of the Vision of the Universal Form” Verses 28, 29, & 30 The lecture discusses the relationship of death and destruction with birth and creation from a cosmic perspective. Moksharthi - Please visit YouTube for Bhajans by Neil Bhatt - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8jOW56VdfinQGoaP3cRFi-lSBfxjflJE Gita for Daily Living - Now on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@GitaforDailyLiving
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Dec 7, 2024 • 18min

Episode 492: Chapter 11, verses 25, 26 and 27

Bhagavad Gita Ch. 11 “Yoga of the Vision of the Universal Form” Verses 25,26 & 27 The lecture discusses Arjuna’s vision of the death and destruction of all sons of Dhritarashtra, Bhisma, Drona, Karna, and the warrior chieftains on his own side. Moksharthi - Please visit YouTube for Bhajans by Neil Bhatt - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8jOW56VdfinQGoaP3cRFi-lSBfxjflJE Gita for Daily Living - Now on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@GitaforDailyLiving

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