Vedānta

Bhagavad Gītā – Chapter 6, by Acharya Tadany Summary – Class 219Date: June 2, 2026 In this class, Acharya Tadany focused on the importance of assimilating Vedāntic knowledge into one’s life and explained the progressive levels of understanding the nature of consciousness (ātmā). Assimilation of Knowledge True spiritual growth requires more than intellectual understanding. Acharya Tadany emphasized that one must …

Tattva Bodha – Summary, by Acharya Tadany Class 46Date: June 1, 2025 In this class, Acharya Tadany addressed a deeply practical question from a student and then introduced one of the most important topics in Vedānta: the nature of Jīva (individual consciousness) and Īśvara (universal consciousness). Question Before Class: Seeing the Self in Difficult People A student asked how one …

Bhagavad Gītā – Chapter 2, by Acharya Tadany Summary – Class 44Date: May 31, 2026 In this class, Acharya Tadany offered a deep exploration of the nature of consciousness (ātmā) and shared practical wisdom on how this understanding can transform everyday relationships, particularly with parents. The Nature of Consciousness Acharya Tadany explained the fundamental characteristics of the Self as taught …

Bhagavad Gītā – Chapter 4, by Acharya Tadany Summary – Class 181Date: May 28, 2026 In this class, Acharya Tadany explored the four types of yajña (sacred offerings) described in the Bhagavad Gītā and offered deep practical guidance on sense control, mental discipline, and the principle of ahiṃsā. The Four Types of Yajña Brahma-jñāna-yajña — The offering of knowledge through …

Vivekacūḍāmaṇi – Summary, by Acharya Tadany Class 121Date: May 27, 2026 In this class, Acharya Tadany continued the teaching on māyā and the three guṇas, with a special focus on Śaṅkarācārya’s unique division of sattva guṇa into three stages and the characteristics of one who is established in pure sattva. Māyā and the Causal Body Acharya Tadany explained that in …

Bhagavad Gītā – Chapter 6, by Acharya Tadany Summary – Class 218Date: May 26, 2026 In this class, Acharya Tadany offered a deep and practical exploration of nididhyāsanam (Vedāntic meditation/contemplation), reframing it as a process of removing mental obstacles rather than creating peace or happiness. Core Teaching: Meditation as Obstacle Removal Using the powerful Water Tap Analogy, Acharya Tadany explained …

Tattva Bodha – Summary, by Acharya Tadany Class 45Date: May 25, 2025 In this class, Acharya Tadany continued the analysis of the individual (vyaṣṭi vicāraḥ), explaining the formation of the physical body through the five gross elements and introducing key concepts about the three bodies, the fourteen planes of existence, and the nature of Consciousness. Pañca Sthūla Bhūtāni – The …

Bhagavad Gītā – Chapter 2, by Acharya Tadany Summary – Class 43Date: May 22, 2026 In this class, Acharya Tadany presented a clear and profound exposition on the nature of Ātmā (the eternal Self) according to the Bhagavad Gītā, while addressing important questions raised by Preksha. The Nature of Ātmā Acharya Tadany highlighted the fundamental characteristics of the Ātmā as …

Bhagavad Gītā – Chapter 4, by Acharya Tadany Summary – Class 180Date: May 21, 2026 In this class, Acharya Tadany delved into the profound concept of yajñaḥ (spiritual offering) and highlighted jñāna yajñaḥ as the highest form of offering to the Lord. All Spiritual Practices as Yajñaḥ Acharya Tadany explained that every spiritual discipline is a form of yajñaḥ — …

Vivekacūḍāmaṇi – Summary, by Acharya Tadany Class 120Date: May 20, 2026 In this class, Acharya Tadany continued the exploration of the qualities of sattva, detailing the three stages of sattvic consciousness and offering profound insights into the true nature of mokṣa (liberation) and self-knowledge. Three Stages of Sattvic Consciousness Malinā Sattvam (Impure Sattva)The person pursues dharma (righteousness) and artha (security/wealth) …