

Gita For Daily Living
Neil Bhatt
Gita for Daily Living is a biweekly podcast that distils the wisdom of the Bhagavad Gita and presents it in a way that is action-able and relevant to daily life
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Jan 23, 2022 • 20min
Episode 418: Chapter 5, verses 1, 2 and3
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 5 “Yoga of True Renunciation” Verses 1, 2, and 3.
The lecture discusses why performing actions in the spirit of Karma Yoga is more appropriate for most seekers than the renunciation of action in Sanyasa.
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Jan 11, 2022 • 21min
Episode 417: Chapter 4, verses 41 and 42
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 4 “Yoga of Renunciation of Actions in Knowledge” Verses 41 & 42
The lecture discusses the call of Bhagavad Gita to destroy the doubt in one’s heart about the true nature of the self by establishing in the Yoga of Self-Knowledge.
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Dec 27, 2021 • 21min
Episode 416: Chapter 4, verses 38, 39 and 40
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 4 “Yoga of Renunciation of Actions in Knowledge” Verses 38, 39 & 40
The lecture discusses the qualities required as prerequisites to achieve the knowledge that leads to eternal peace by recognizing the true self.
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Dec 12, 2021 • 22min
Episode 415: Chapter 4, verses 35,36 and 37
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 4 “Yoga of Renunciation of Actions in Knowledge” Verses 35, 36 & 37
The lecture discusses how the knowledge about the self will release a seeker from the bondage of all actions. This knowledge is available to all seekers; even the most sinful person has the same chance and right to acquire this knowledge.
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Nov 27, 2021 • 22min
Episode 414: Chapter 4, verses 32, 33 and34
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 4 “Yoga of Renunciation of Actions in Knowledge” Verses 32, 33 & 34
The lecture discusses how a seeker should approach a teacher to get knowledge about the supreme self.
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Nov 14, 2021 • 20min
Episode 413: Chapter 4, verses 29, 30 and31
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 4 “Yoga of Renunciation of Actions in Knowledge” Verses 29, 30 & 31
The lecture discusses Pranayama–restraining breath & Pratyahara – Controlling diet as the other two methods of purifying mind & intellect, our inner equipment to recognize the true self.
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Nov 1, 2021 • 19min
Episode 412: Chapter 4, verses 26, 27 and 28
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 4 “Yoga of Renunciation of Actions in Knowledge” Verses 26, 27 & 28
The lecture discusses various Yagnas prescribed in scriptures such as Deva Yagna, Brahma Yagna, Dravya Yagna, Tapas Yagna, Yoga Yagna, Swadhyay Yagna, & Gnan Yagna.
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Oct 18, 2021 • 22min
Episode 411: Chapter 4, verses 23, 24 and 25
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 4 “Yoga of Renunciation of Actions in Knowledge” Verses 23, 24 & 25
The lecture discusses the traditionally chanted verse before taking a meal in most parts of India – “Brahma Arpanam, Brahma Havihi, Brahma Agnau, Brahmana Hutam. Brahmaev Ten Gantavyam, Brahma Karma Samadhina”. The instrument of offering is Brahman, the object of offering is Brahman, the offeror is Brahman, and to whom it is offered is also Brahman - the Absolute.
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Oct 3, 2021 • 24min
Episode 410: Chapter 4, verses 20, 21 and 22
Bhagavad Gita Ch. 4 “Yoga of Renunciation of Actions in Knowledge” Verses 20,21 & 22
The lecture discusses how one can develop a detached attitude towards actions to remain content with the results in all situations.
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Sep 20, 2021 • 23min
Episode 409: Chapter 4, verses 16 - 19
Explore the intriguing concepts of action and inaction in the realm of Karma Yoga. Discover the challenges even the wise face in grasping these ideas. Learn about the imperishable essence of the self and the importance of detaching from the physical body. Delve into the philosophy of acting without attachment, highlighting the vital separation between actions and consciousness. This journey emphasizes the liberating perspective of a witness, transforming one's understanding of karma and sagehood.