Bhagavad Gita Essentials (1) – Chapters 2 & 15

Welcome to a journey of enlightenment and self-discovery through the timeless teachings of the Bhagavad Gita. Dive into the depths of ancient wisdom as we explore the profound insights offered by Lord Krishna to the warrior prince Arjuna.

What You Will Learn

Chapter 2: Sankhya Yoga – Yoga of Knowledge 

Understanding the Eternal Self: Discover the nature of the Atma as eternal and indestructible, distinct from the physical body.

The Path of Duty (Dharma): Learn about the importance of performing one’s duty without attachment to results, as a means to achieve spiritual liberation.

Karma Yoga (Selfless Action): Explore the principles of selfless action, and how performing your duty without attachment leads to inner peace and freedom.

Maintaining Equanimity: Gain insights into achieving a balanced mind amidst life’s dualities and challenges, fostering resilience and tranquility.

Chapter 15: Purushottama Yoga – Yoga of the Supreme Divine Personality

The Ashvattha Tree Metaphor: Understand the symbolic representation of the material world as an inverted tree, highlighting the illusory nature of material existence.

Success with Detachment: Learn how to cultivate detachment from the transient material world. The effect of this is attaining material prosperity with inner unfoldment – the key to success without stress! 

The Supreme Personality: Discover the relationship between the individual and the Supreme Divine, and the path to realizing one’s true spiritual nature.

The Journey of the Soul: Explore your journey as the individual being coursing through the material world, its bondage due to ignorance, and the way to transcend it through knowledge and devotion.

Eligibility for the Course

• Open to all individuals seeking to deepen their understanding of the highest Truth of life.
• Prior knowledge of the Bhagavad Gita or Vedanta is not essential
• Suitable for beginners and those familiar with spiritual teachings alike.
• Willingness to engage in introspection and explore timeless wisdom.
• A commitment to attend course sessions and participate actively in discussions.

About the Facilitator

Swami Advayananda was inspired by the teachings of the visionary saint Pujya Gurudev Swami Chinmayananda and joined Sandeepany Sadhanalaya, Mumbai, the Gurukula of the Chinmaya Mission, at a young age of 18. In 1992, on completing his Vedanta Course at the Sandeepany, he was blessed with Brahmacharya Diksha (dedicated spiritual life) from Pujya Gurudev Swami Chinmayananda. Later, in 2003, he was initiated into the sacred order of sannyasa by Pujya Guruji Swami Tejomayananda. Presently, Swamiji is serving as the President of Chinmaya International Foundation (CIF) and as a Trustee of Chinmaya Vishwa Vidyapeeth (CVV). 

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Prerequisite

• Availability of a computer with audio/video internet conferencing facility etc. is mandatory.

Reference Text

Bhagavad Gita Chapter 1 & 2 with the commentary of Swami Chinmayananda, published by Central Chinmaya Mission Trust 

Bhagavad Gita Chapter 15 with the commentary of Swami Chinmayananda, published by Central Chinmaya Mission Trust 

Contact Details
For further information or clarification:
Phone: +91 92077 11140 
Email: homestudycourses@chinfo.org