Рет қаралды 102,233
The Bhagavad Gita teaches the importance of self-control and the consequences of overindulgence, illustrating a psychological ladder of decline.
Short inspiring excerpts from the Holy Geeta. Talks of H.H. Swami Chinmayananda presented by Chinmaya Mission.
01:03 - Lord would not have given me the eyes ears nose
05:18 - comma then that attachment
09:53 - discriminating power
16:32 - wisdom is gone the intellectual ability
Talk Details: Bhagavad Gita - The Ladder of fall - Chapter 2 Verse 62 & 63
About Speaker:
Hailed as the second Swami Vivekananda, Pujya Gurudev Swami Chinmayananda (1916-1993) is an orator, writer and leader par excellence, a patriot and spiritual giant, one of the finest representatives of Indian spiritual heritage who spearheaded a global Hindu spiritual and cultural renaissance that popularised the religion's esoteric scriptural texts, teaching them in English all across India and abroad.
He worked tirelessly with tremendous energy for more than four decades to spread the message of Vedanta, leaving behind a great legacy for man. He has authored 95 publications, including commentaries on the major Upanishads and Bhagavad Gita. He was a visiting professor of Indian philosophy at several American and Asian universities and he conducted university lecture tours in many countries.
The sprawling worldwide, spiritual, educational, and charitable organization of Chinmaya Mission that encompasses more than 300 centres in India and internationally, carries on the bright torch lit by this great saint.
Highlights
🎶 Self-control is essential for spiritual growth.
🌍 The world is a beautiful creation meant for enjoyment.
🍽️ Overindulgence leads to a decline in moral values.
💭 Thoughts can lead to attachment and desire.
😡 Unfulfilled desires can result in anger and irrational behavior.
📉 Loss of wisdom leads to a decline in judgment.
🐾 Without self-control, one regresses to animalistic behavior.
Key Insights
🧘♂️ Self-Control as a Pathway: Self-control is a fundamental aspect of living a spiritual life; it prevents one from falling into destructive habits. Without it, we may lose our higher faculties.
🌈 Beauty of Creation: The world is full of sensory pleasures, intended for enjoyment, but must be approached with moderation and awareness to avoid pitfalls.
⚖️ Consequences of Overindulgence: Indulging excessively in sensory pleasures can cloud judgment and lead to moral degradation, illustrating the need for balance.
🔗 Thoughts and Attachment: Our thoughts can solidify into attachments, which can then transform into desires, leading to an emotional spiral if unchecked.
⚡ Desire and Anger: When desires are thwarted, they often manifest as anger, which can distort perception and lead to irrational actions, harming oneself and others.
🧠 Wisdom and Judgment: A loss of wisdom results in poor decision-making. The ability to discriminate and judge is crucial for navigating life effectively.
🐕 Animalistic Instincts: Without self-regulation, humans risk reverting to base instincts, losing their distinguishing traits as rational beings.
🌸Useful Links🌸
Shrimad Bhagavatam (Video): clix.chinmayam...
Shrimad Bhagavad Gita - Chapter 1 & 2 (Books): eshop.chinmayam...
#chinmayachannel 🔔 Click To Subscribe : / chinmayachannel
🌸CM Social Media Links🌸
Facebook: / chinmayamission
Instagram: www.instagram....
Twitter: / chinmayamission
Jio Chat: jiochat.com/ch...
In this video, we explore the profound teachings of Chapter 2, Verse 62 & 63 of the Bhagavad Geeta. Join us for a spiritual journey with Chinmaya Mission
#Bhagavadgitachapter2 #MusicfortheSoul #SwamiChinmayananda #inspiredtothink #GeetaCapsules #chinmayanandagita #chinmayamission