Introduction to Srimad Bhagavad Geeta by Swami Chidbhavananda Part 9
Bhagavad Geeta teaches the natural ways of the cosmos
It is possible to come across people who object to the study of the Bhagavad Gita. They hold that the dialogue was...
Introduction to Srimad Bhagavad Geeta by Swami Chidbhavananda Part 8
Who recorded the Bhagavad Geeta?
This dialogue transpired between Sri Krishna and Arjuna right on the battle-field. It was no assembly of learned men intent on intellectual or spiritual pursuit. How...
Introduction to Srimad Bhagavad Geeta by Swami Chidbhavananda Part 7
Why preached on the Battlefield?
Vedanta or Self-knowledge is born of Shaanti, peace. The Rishis of yore resided in forest retreats and made calm inquiries into the principles governing life. The...
Introduction to Srimad Bhagavad Geeta by Swami Chidbhavananda Part 6
Bhagavad Geeta: Intended for People of Arjuna’s type
Of the five brothers Sri Krishna chose Arjuna in particular for his disciple. There was significance in this act of His. If waging...
Sages Nara and Narayana
In days of yore there were two Rishis known as Narayana and Nara. Tradition has it that towards the end of the Dwapara Yuga these sages incarnated themselves as Sri Krishna and Arjuna. In both these...
Life and Message of Sri Krishna Inseparable
Among the saviours of mankind there is an exemplary trait which is common to all. Their life embodies the message they bring to mankind. Their precept is primarily through their personal life....
Life beset with Problems: The Dilemma of Arjuna
Until he made his appearance on the battle-field Arjuna was actually panting for a deadly encounter with the wicked. He was erstwhile a stranger to doubts and despair. Just as an...
Bhagavad Geeta Enshrined in the Mahabharata
The Mahabharata or the Great Epic is held to be the fifth Veda. The Bhagavad Gita finds a place in this stupendous record of human activities, aspirations and achievements. Chapters twenty-five to forty-two of...
Scriptures are indispensable to all religions. They save religions from mutation and from extinction. That faith which has no gospel for its guidance gets lost in a series of transformations. Finally it disintegrates and loses its individuality. But a...
