Vedānta

॥ विवेकचूडामणि ॥ … Vivekacūḍāmaṇi …By Acharya Tadany Class 136, Sept 16, 2026. Before Class Chanting of Gaṇapati Atharvaśīrṣa Upaniṣad Ācārya Tadany chanted the complete Gaṇapati Atharvaśīrṣa Upaniṣad at the beginning of class, explaining that this Upaniṣadic text presents Lord Gaṇeśa as Ātman or Brahman itself. He noted that he had been memorizing this text over the past couple of …

॥ भगवद् गीता ॥ … Bhagavad Gītā … by Acharya Tadany Chapter 6, Class 234, September 15, 2026. Before Class Ganapati Upanishad and Self-Knowledge Following the opening invocation, Acharya Tadany chanted the Gaṇapati Atharvaśīrṣa Upaniṣad in its entirety—a powerful Vedic text dedicated to Lord Gaṇeśa—before beginning the formal Vedānta teaching. These prayers invoked various deities and cosmic principles related to …

॥ तत्त्व बोध ॥ … Tattva Bodha … By Acharya Tadany Class 61, Sept 7, 2025 Q&A before class Ganesh Chaturthi Festival Discussion The class began with an enriching conversation about Gaṇeśa Caturthī, one of the most beloved festivals celebrated primarily in Maharashtra, India. Preksha and Acharya Tadany provided detailed explanations of the festival’s various dimensions: The Core Practice: The …

॥ भगवद् गीता ॥ … Bhagavad Gītā … by Acharya Tadany Chapter 2, Class 59, Sept 11, 2025. Summary The Four Purusharthas: Goals of Human Life The class focused on understanding the Vedic framework of the four Puruṣārthas (goals of human life): Dharma (righteousness and duty), Artha (material prosperity and wealth), Kāma (sensory enjoyment and legitimate desires), and Mokṣa (spiritual …

॥ भगवद् गीता ॥ … Bhagavad Gītā …by Acharya Tadany Chapter 4, Class 196, Sept 10, 2026. Summary Three Obstacles to Spiritual Progress Acharya Tadany explained the three negative traits discussed in the Bhagavad Gita that prevent spiritual advancement: Ajñānam (Ignorance): Lack of knowledge about spiritual truths and one’s true nature Aśraddhā (Lack of Faith in Scriptures): Absence of trust …

॥ विवेकचूडामणि ॥ … Vivekacūḍāmaṇi … By Acharya Tadany Class 135, Sept 9, 2026. Summary Introduction to Śloka 131 and the Nature of Ātmā Acharya Tadany began the class by introducing Śloka 131 from Vivekacūḍāmaṇi, which continues Śaṅkarācārya’s discussion on the nature of Ātmā (Ātma Svarūpam) that spans from verse 124 to verse 136. In this particular verse, Śaṅkarācārya beautifully …

॥ भगवद् गीता ॥ … Bhagavad Gītā … by Acharya Tadany Chapter 6, Class 233, September 8, 2026. Summary Arjuna’s Spiritual Pessimism and the Challenge of Mental Mastery Acharya Tadany explained that despite Lord Kṛṣṇa’s encouragement, Arjuna became deeply pessimistic about his spiritual journey. Arjuna understood that spiritual knowledge requires refinement and mastery of the mind. When he examined his …

॥ तत्त्व बोध ॥ … Tattva Bodha … By Acharya Tadany Class 60, Sept 7, 2025 Q&A before class Moksha and Self-Awareness Sophie asked Acharya Tadany about some spiritual concepts including Mokṣa and the law of karma. Acharya Tadany explained that someone who achieves Mokṣa (Jivan Mukti) in this life is fully aware of it and compared this awareness to …

॥ भगवद् गीता ॥ … Bhagavad Gītā …by Acharya Tadany Chapter 2, Class 58, Sept 4, 2025. Q&A before class Child’s Krishna Drawing   Acharya Tadany and Preksha talked about a drawing of Krishna that Preksha’s child had created, and she shared with Guruji, noting its beautiful details including the characteristic blue color and the depiction of Krishna placed upon …

॥ भगवद् गीता ॥ … Bhagavad Gītā … by Acharya Tadany Chapter 4, Class 195, Sept 3, 2026. Summary Spiritual Disciplines The main teaching session focused on the three essential disciplines prescribed in the Bhagavad Gita for spiritual learning and growth. Acharya Tadany explained that these practices form the foundation for acquiring spiritual knowledge and attaining peace of mind.   …