Course Description: 7-Session Enlivening Course on Bhagavad Gita, the Song of God.
Background of Gita – Day 1
It’s unique and different from other sastras. Practical reality saturated with integrated life. It’s call for intense action with the spirit of Journey in mind.
Dharma of Gita – Day 2
- Dharma and Dharmi
- Invoking the Rajarshi traits.
- Individual and legacy growth.
Content of Gita – Day 3
- From bhoga to yoga.
- Ahimsa and hinsa integrated.
- Elements of creation and life’s aim.
Gita beyond philosophy – Day 4
Goal of gita is tattva or Kriya? Conflict in philosophy and conflict in life. Which is more challenging?
Sva dharma and Gita – Day 5
Gita’s emphasis on a personal journey at any cost. Harmonizing different levels of one’s personality.
Loka Sangraha and Gita – Day 6
Gita pushes for eternal reality even in the mundane world. Therefore avatara happens and loka Sangraha happens.
Integration of Yoga – Day 7
Bhava, Buddhi, Kriya and dhyana are integrated with the foundation of yoga.