The purpose of the Bhagavad Geeta is to impart the Brahma Vidya
Innumerable are the sciences that have come into being in the march of time. New branches of them are taking shape day after day. Man’s knowledge in...
The Bhagavad Gita Upanishad
The Upanishads have their origin in the Vedas. The belief is that the Vedas are without a beginning. For this reason great sanctity is attached to them. But the Bhagavad Gita is an integral part of...
Bhagavad Geeta: Arjuna’s transformation from the Pleasant to the Good
Sri Krishna and Arjuna are eternal companions. They are kith and kin. A closer relationship than theirs cannot be conceived of. It is indeed an objective representation of the relationship...
Bhagavad Geeta: The source of inspiration for the various systems of philosophy
Positive service is rendered by a wind that brings rain-bearing clouds; but a dust storm has only a nuisance value. There are not wanting people who classify...
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....
