Vedānta

Vivekacūḍāmaṇi – Class 130, by Acharya Tadany The Self-Evident Nature of Consciousness and the Hierarchy of Its Manifestation July 29, 2026 Q&A – Before Class: The Self-Evident Nature of Consciousness (Ātman) The session began with a question from Dipti, who asked what it means for the Self (ātman) to be “evident” in the waking state. Acharya Tadany explained that consciousness …

Bhagavad Gītā – Chapter 6, by Acharya Tadany Summary – Class 226Date: July 21, 2026 In this class, Acharya Tadany continued the in-depth study of Dhyāna Yoga (the Yoga of Meditation), focusing on the nature of the restless mind and practical approaches to overcoming its challenges. Chapter Six Overview: Dhyāna Yoga Acharya Tadany outlined the four major components of the …

Tattva Bodha – Summary, by Acharya Tadany Class 54Date: July 27, 2025 In this class, Acharya Tadany continued the exploration of Jīva-Īśvara Aikyam while addressing cosmological and pedagogical foundations of Vedānta. Q&A Before Class: The Fourteen Planes of Existence Acharya Tadany introduced the Caturdaśa Lokas — the fourteen planes of existence: Bhūloka — The earthly plane of human experience. Higher …

Tomorrow, as we celebrate Guru pūrṇimā, it is a beautiful time to reflect on what the “Guru” truly represents in our lives. In our Vedānta tradition, a Guru is not merely an external teacher, the very word itself reveals its purpose: Gu means the darkness of ignorance, and Ru means the remover. So, the Guru is the light that dispels avidyā …

Bhagavad Gītā – Chapter 2, by Acharya Tadany Summary – Class 52Date: July 24, 2025 In this class, Acharya Tadany explored Krishna’s arguments regarding the consequences of inaction and the introduction to Karma Yoga. Two Types of Wrongdoing (Pāpam) Acharya Tadany explained Krishna’s teaching about two fundamental types of wrongdoing: Commission (pravṛtti pāpam) — Actively engaging in prohibited or harmful …

Bhagavad Gītā – Chapter 4, by Acharya Tadany Summary – Class 189Date: July 23, 2026 In this class, Acharya Tadany continued the teaching on yajña (spiritual disciplines), emphasizing the distinction between action-based and knowledge-based practices. Q&A Before Class: The Nature of the Subtle Body Dipti asked whether the subtle body (sūkṣma śarīram) remains constant or changes like the physical body. …

Vivekacūḍāmaṇi – Summary, by Acharya Tadany Class 129Date: July 22, 2026 In this class, Acharya Tadany continued the exploration of the nature of the Self (Ātmā) and consciousness, drawing from Śaṅkarācārya’s profound teachings. The Three States of Experience (Avasthā Traya) Ātmā manifests consistently across all three states of human experience: Jāgrat (Waking) — Conscious awareness during daily activities. Svapna (Dream) …

Bhagavad Gītā – Chapter 6, Acharya Tadany. Summary – Class 226Date: July 21, 2026 In this class, Acharya Tadany continued the study of Dhyāna Yoga (the Yoga of Meditation), focusing on the nature of the restless mind and practical approaches to meditation. Chapter Six Overview: Dhyāna Yoga Acharya Tadany outlined the four major components of the sixth chapter: General Disciplines …

Tattva Bodha – Summary, by Acharya Tadany Class 53Date: July 20, 2025 In this class, Acharya Tadany continued the central topic of Jīva-Īśvara Aikyam (the oneness of the individual and God), deepening the understanding of the three components and addressing important student questions. Q&A Before Class: The Desire to End Cyclic Existence Sophie asked whether it is wrong to not …

Bhagavad Gītā – Chapter 2, by Acharya Tadany Summary – Class 51Date: July 17, 2025 In this class, Acharya Tadany continued exploring Krishna’s teachings, focusing on the two types of wrongdoing (pāpam) and the consequences of inaction, particularly in relation to dharma. Two Types of Wrongdoing (Pāpam) Acharya Tadany explained Krishna’s teaching about two fundamental types of wrongdoing: Commission (pravṛtti …