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Bhagavad Gītā – Chapter 2, by Acharya Tadany Summary – Class 50Date: July 10, 2025 In this class, Acharya Tadany continued exploring Krishna’s teachings, focusing on the distinction between Ātmā and Anātmā, and the ethical framework of dharma. Ātmā vs Anātmā Krishna teaches the fundamental distinction between the eternal Ātmā (the immortal soul) and the temporary physical body. The Ātmā …

Bhagavad Gītā – Chapter 4, by Acharya Tadany Summary – Class 187Date: July 9, 2026 In this class, Acharya Tadany continued the teaching on yajña (spiritual disciplines) and addressed important questions regarding karma and rebirth. Understanding Yajña Acharya Tadany clarified that yajña means any spiritual discipline or sacred act performed with the right intention. For an action to qualify as …

Bhagavad Gītā – Chapter 6, by Acharya Tadany Summary – Class 224Date: July 7, 2026 In this class, Acharya Tadany focused on the practical challenges of meditation practice and the common difficulties faced by intermediate spiritual seekers. The Four Main Obstacles in Meditation Acharya Tadany systematically explained the four primary hindrances (vighnas) that practitioners commonly encounter: Laya — Dullness or …

Bhagavad Gītā – Chapter 2, by Acharya Tadany Summary – Class 49Date: July 3, 2025 In this class, Acharya Tadany continued the teaching on the nature of the Self (Ātmā Svarūpam), exploring Krishna’s three-level approach to teaching and the importance of ethical principles in spiritual life. Ātmā and the Physical Body Krishna teaches the fundamental distinction between the eternal Ātmā …

Bhagavad Gītā – Chapter 4, by Acharya Tadany Summary – Class 186Date: July 2, 2026 In this class, Acharya Tadany continued the teaching on the twelve yajñas (spiritual disciplines), with special focus on the final one: Āhāra Niyama Yajña (the discipline of regulated eating). The Twelve Yajñas Acharya Tadany reviewed the twelve spiritual offerings outlined in the Bhagavad Gītā, each …

Bhagavad Gītā – Chapter 6, by Acharya Tadany Summary – Class 223Date: June 30, 2026 In this class, Acharya Tadany addressed the common obstacles faced during Vedāntic meditation and clarified the role of spiritual qualifications (sādhana catuṣṭaya) in overcoming them. The Four Main Obstacles to Meditation Acharya Tadany detailed four primary obstacles (vighnas) that practitioners commonly encounter: Laya — Dullness …

Bhagavad Gītā – Chapter 2, Acharya Tadany Summary – Class 48Date: June 26, 2025 In this class, Acharya Tadany presented one of the most profound teachings on the nature of the Self (Ātmā Svarūpam), using powerful analogies and addressing the universal human search for fulfillment. The Karṇa Analogy Acharya Tadany used the story of Karṇa from the Mahābhārata to illustrate …

Bhagavad Gītā – Chapter 4, by Acharya Tadany Summary – Class 185Date: June 25, 2026 In this class, Acharya Tadany continued the discussion on Kuṇḍalinī Śakti and prāṇāyāma, clarifying their role in spiritual preparation and their limitations in relation to ultimate liberation. Kuṇḍalinī Śakti Acharya Tadany explained that Kuṇḍalinī Śakti is the primordial spiritual energy that operates at multiple levels: …

Bhagavad Gītā – Chapter 6, by Acharya Tadany Summary – Class 222Date: June 23, 2026 In this class, Acharya Tadany continued the exploration of Dhyāna Yoga (the Yoga of Meditation), focusing on the practical challenges of meditation and the methods to overcome them. Managing Negative Emotions Acharya Tadany stressed that suppressing anger and other negative emotions is harmful, as it …

Bhagavad Gītā – Chapter 2, by Acharya Tadany Summary – Class 47Date: June 19, 2025 In this class, Acharya Tadany presented one of the most fundamental teachings of the Bhagavad Gītā: the clear distinction between Ātmā (the true Self) and Anātmā (the not-self / body-mind complex), along with the revolutionary insight of Ātmā Jñānam (Self-knowledge) as the ultimate solution to …