Chapter 18 is the final & concluding chapter where the ideas expressed in all the previous chapters are summarised. It starts with the distinction between renunciation & relinquishment.Describes the 3 types of work, agent, intellect & resolve, & duties of the 4 classes of people. Finally, the Lord explain how one can become eligible for following the path of knowledge by selfless actions, & after attaining knowledge, how to attain the status of Brahman.
Chapter 6 of Bhagavad Gita talks about developing self control & concentration.It has a total of 47 verses. One of the most important messages of Gita is contained in verse 6.5.
Chapter 6 of Bhagavad Gita, entitled " ATMA SAMYAMA YOGA" is being explained by Pujya Mahatma Gandhi here.
Here Sri Krishna discusses the importance of controlling the mind. The famous verse Udhared Atmanatmanam....(6.5) says that you have to raise yourself up by your own efforts. This chapter discusses the importance of rules, means of doing karma in a disinterested spirit. Disinterestedness cannot be cultivated without effort & self-control. It talks about equal-mindedness, measured by the ability to see others as ourselves. Here Sri Krishna discusses the means of controlling the senses.
Chapter 14 of Bhagavad Gita is entitled Guna Thraya Vibhaga Yoga. It discusses the three gunas of Prakriti, Sattva, Rajas, & Tamas, & their role in the life of a person. Prakriti (Matter) & Purusha (Spirit) are the two eternal entity from whose combination the whole universe arose. The three gunas, born of Prakriti, bind the eternal Purusha to this world of birth & death. One who transcends these three gunas is liberated from life & death.
The three modes of material nature (tri-guṇa) as public policyChris Shannon
Noting deficiencies in economic metrics as measures of progress and prosperity, public policy researchers have recently begun complementing economic measures with "happiness" measures. Since 2012, the United Nations along with allied research institutions have produced the World Happiness Report (WHR), which explains this new science of happiness and how it can benefit policy making.
With reference to the WHR, this is the slide deck complementing a paper that recommends classifying reported happiness according to a tripartite taxonomy of sattvam-rajas-tamas, or the three modes of material nature (goodness, passion, ignorance), in order to produce better policy outcomes.
The idea presented is that the self-reported happiness score of a sober, health-conscious person and a drug-addict are qualitatively not the same, and hence Vedic scriptures like Bhagavad-gita put forward behavioral and psychological characteristics associated with these modes and which lend themselves to better classification and more outcomes.
The paper this slide deck goes with is to be published by the Jawarhalal Nehru Unversity's Special Center of Sanskrit Studies for the 2016 International Veda Conference, titled "Veda as Global Heritage: Scientific Perspectives" "वैश्विक धरोहर वेद : वैज्ञानिक आयाम". Website: http://sanskrit.jnu.ac.in/conf/ivc/index.jsp
Chapter 18 is the final & concluding chapter where the ideas expressed in all the previous chapters are summarised. It starts with the distinction between renunciation & relinquishment.Describes the 3 types of work, agent, intellect & resolve, & duties of the 4 classes of people. Finally, the Lord explain how one can become eligible for following the path of knowledge by selfless actions, & after attaining knowledge, how to attain the status of Brahman.
Chapter 6 of Bhagavad Gita talks about developing self control & concentration.It has a total of 47 verses. One of the most important messages of Gita is contained in verse 6.5.
Chapter 6 of Bhagavad Gita, entitled " ATMA SAMYAMA YOGA" is being explained by Pujya Mahatma Gandhi here.
Here Sri Krishna discusses the importance of controlling the mind. The famous verse Udhared Atmanatmanam....(6.5) says that you have to raise yourself up by your own efforts. This chapter discusses the importance of rules, means of doing karma in a disinterested spirit. Disinterestedness cannot be cultivated without effort & self-control. It talks about equal-mindedness, measured by the ability to see others as ourselves. Here Sri Krishna discusses the means of controlling the senses.
Chapter 14 of Bhagavad Gita is entitled Guna Thraya Vibhaga Yoga. It discusses the three gunas of Prakriti, Sattva, Rajas, & Tamas, & their role in the life of a person. Prakriti (Matter) & Purusha (Spirit) are the two eternal entity from whose combination the whole universe arose. The three gunas, born of Prakriti, bind the eternal Purusha to this world of birth & death. One who transcends these three gunas is liberated from life & death.
The three modes of material nature (tri-guṇa) as public policyChris Shannon
Noting deficiencies in economic metrics as measures of progress and prosperity, public policy researchers have recently begun complementing economic measures with "happiness" measures. Since 2012, the United Nations along with allied research institutions have produced the World Happiness Report (WHR), which explains this new science of happiness and how it can benefit policy making.
With reference to the WHR, this is the slide deck complementing a paper that recommends classifying reported happiness according to a tripartite taxonomy of sattvam-rajas-tamas, or the three modes of material nature (goodness, passion, ignorance), in order to produce better policy outcomes.
The idea presented is that the self-reported happiness score of a sober, health-conscious person and a drug-addict are qualitatively not the same, and hence Vedic scriptures like Bhagavad-gita put forward behavioral and psychological characteristics associated with these modes and which lend themselves to better classification and more outcomes.
The paper this slide deck goes with is to be published by the Jawarhalal Nehru Unversity's Special Center of Sanskrit Studies for the 2016 International Veda Conference, titled "Veda as Global Heritage: Scientific Perspectives" "वैश्विक धरोहर वेद : वैज्ञानिक आयाम". Website: http://sanskrit.jnu.ac.in/conf/ivc/index.jsp
Chapter 10 of Bhagavad Gita discusses the divine attributes of God. God or Brahman is depicted as one who has no beginning, no end, no attributes, all-pervasive, subtle & existing in every living being as its life force.
Chapter 14 discusses the three constituents of nature, Sathwam, Rajas, & Thamas, with which the whole world is made. Lord krishna describes the characteristics of these 3 constituents & talks about overcoming these three in order to be liberated.
In this chapter Lord Krishna describes the Field (body) & the Knower of the Field(Soul). What constitute Knowledge? Who is the subject of Knowledge? Also,Prakrithi (nature) & Purusha (spirit) are described.
Chapter 17 describes the three types of faith among people-Saathwic, Raajasic, & Thaamasic. It also gives the division of food, work,penance & charity into these three categories.
This chapter elaborates on the division of beings into 2 category-divine & demonic. Their characteristics are described. It is stated by the Lord that persons with the divine nature are able to pursue & attain liberation, while the demonic people are forced to take birth after birth.
Chapter 15 deals with the Supreme Spirit or Purushothama. It talks about the eternal tree of transmigratory life, cutting which, with detachment, one attains liberation. Describes the Supreme abode reaching which none returns. There are two types of entities, perishable & imperishable in the world. Beyond these is the Supreme Spirit.
Chapter 5 entitled Karmasanyaasayoga or Yoga of Renunciation, describes the similarities & differences between Yogas of work & knowledge. The soul, though existing in the body, does not initiates any action, but enjoys the fruits of action through the sense organs, mind & intellect.
In this chapter, Lord Krishna reveals his cosmic form to Arjuna. Arjuna describes the all encompassing form of God & upon questioning was told that the present form is that of the destroyer of the world.
This closing chapter of Bhagavad Geeta is a summary of the entire 'Song of the Lord'. The Chapter starts with a question from Arjuna about the distinction between Sannyasa (Renunciation) & Tyaga (Abandonment). The Lord goes on to explain the difference between the two. Then He discusses the Essential Duties, which are not to be discarded by anybody. The major part of the chapter deals with an exhaustive analysis the impact of the three Gunas Sattva, Rajas & Tamas on the whole life & activities of man. The chapter ends with the Lord's declaration that anyone leaving aside all his Dharmas takes shelter in Him will be liberated from birth & death, & will attain the Status of the Supreme.
In this chapter, Lord Krishna gives a thorough exposition of 'faith' as seen in the various fields of man's endeavors- his physical indulgences (food), his dedicated activities (Yajna), his self-denials (Tapas), & his charities (Dana). He explains that 'Shraddha' (resolve) is of three types, according to the nature of the Gunas in people.-Sattvic, Rajasic & Tamasic. Finally, He explains the meaning of the phrase "Om-Tat-Sat" in the various activities of men.
This Chapter discusses the types of manifestations that are available in the living world when the same 'Knower', the Eternal Spirit, expresses Itself through various 'Fields'. It describes the mental contents of the good as compared with those of the bad. The Chapter opens with an exhaustive list of 26 noble Traits in a cultured man living the spiritual way-of-life. This is followed by another extensive listing of the bad qualities, which should be avoided. The bad characters or Demons continue to live their vile lives, birth after birth,& are never able to come up spiritually. Finally the Lord advises seekers to avoid the three 'gates of hell', lust, anger & hatred to lead a good life & attain liberation. In conclusion, Krishna states that the Scriptures form the authority to be followed by all for righteous action.
This chapter discusses the nature of the Spirit in all its implications. The Infinite is defined in terms of the finite perishable world as the Imperishable, Infinite, Changeless Factor. Then it is brought out that the Experiencer of the changes is something other than the Changeless. It is only one aspect of the Supreme Reality, just as a man, called Father, by his children, is much more than just the father. The Supreme Reality is defined here as the Supreme Purusha, the PURUSHOTTAMA.
This chapter is an exhaustive handbook of instructions explaining the working of the subtle body & providing some tips to readjust ourselves when the inner mechanism gets chocked up. The One Truth expresses through a world-of-Matter, producing an innumerable variety of life forms. The reason for this multiplicity are the Gunas, Sattva (Unactivity), Rajas (Activity) & Tamas (Inactivity), all born of Prakriti. These three, in different proportions, influence the mental & intellectual caliber of every individual.
This is one of the most famous & brilliant chapters of the Geeta which gives the student a very direct explanation for, & almost a personal experience of the Self in him, free from his material equipment & their misinterpretations, the world-of-objects. An exhaustive exposition on how to meditate directly upon the Imperishable Formless Spirit is given here. Spirit functioning through matter-envelopments is the living organism. To undress to get rid off matter, we must have a precise knowledge of all that constitutes matter in us. This discrimination between the inert matter-equipment & the vibrant spark-of-Life, the Spirit, is presented in this chapter.
Chapter 12, Bhakti Yoga or the Path of Devotion discusses the principle of devotion, the characteristics of a devotee & how to attain the Supreme through devotion. The last chapter ends with the statement of the Lord that only through unwavering devotion, one will be able to see & merge with the Universal-Form of the Lord. This creates a doubt in Arjuna as to the proper way of worship, & the chapter starts with a question from him.
In this chapter, Lord Krishna gives a physical demonstration of the Oneness of everything in this universe. The separateness of objects arises from the presence of the intervening space. Suppose we remove the space, then everything becomes one. This is the concept of COSMIC-MAN. Here Lord Krishna shows, through 'eyes of Knowledge' granted to Arjuna, His Cosmic-Form. The exquisite dramatist in Sage Vyasa has squeezed the Sanskrit language to feed the beauty of his literary masterpiece. He paints beautifully, the emotions of wonderment, amazement, fear, reverence, devotion etc. in Arjuna. In the dignity of concept, in the beauty of diction, in the artistry of its depiction & in its inner stream of drama, this chapter has been rightly upheld by all as one of the highest philosophical poems in the world.
Chapter 10, named Vibhuti Yoga describes the Power or Lordship & the Pervasiveness Or Immanence of the SELF. The essence in the world of plurality is the SELF. Here Lord Krishna identifies Himself as the most prominent & Chief Factor in all classes of beings, & as the Supreme Factor without which the different classes of beings, objects & ideas cannot exist. To give a glimpse of His pervasiveness & glory, Krishna gives 54 different examples from among
Chapter 10 of Bhagavad Gita discusses the divine attributes of God. God or Brahman is depicted as one who has no beginning, no end, no attributes, all-pervasive, subtle & existing in every living being as its life force.
Chapter 14 discusses the three constituents of nature, Sathwam, Rajas, & Thamas, with which the whole world is made. Lord krishna describes the characteristics of these 3 constituents & talks about overcoming these three in order to be liberated.
In this chapter Lord Krishna describes the Field (body) & the Knower of the Field(Soul). What constitute Knowledge? Who is the subject of Knowledge? Also,Prakrithi (nature) & Purusha (spirit) are described.
Chapter 17 describes the three types of faith among people-Saathwic, Raajasic, & Thaamasic. It also gives the division of food, work,penance & charity into these three categories.
This chapter elaborates on the division of beings into 2 category-divine & demonic. Their characteristics are described. It is stated by the Lord that persons with the divine nature are able to pursue & attain liberation, while the demonic people are forced to take birth after birth.
Chapter 15 deals with the Supreme Spirit or Purushothama. It talks about the eternal tree of transmigratory life, cutting which, with detachment, one attains liberation. Describes the Supreme abode reaching which none returns. There are two types of entities, perishable & imperishable in the world. Beyond these is the Supreme Spirit.
Chapter 5 entitled Karmasanyaasayoga or Yoga of Renunciation, describes the similarities & differences between Yogas of work & knowledge. The soul, though existing in the body, does not initiates any action, but enjoys the fruits of action through the sense organs, mind & intellect.
In this chapter, Lord Krishna reveals his cosmic form to Arjuna. Arjuna describes the all encompassing form of God & upon questioning was told that the present form is that of the destroyer of the world.
This closing chapter of Bhagavad Geeta is a summary of the entire 'Song of the Lord'. The Chapter starts with a question from Arjuna about the distinction between Sannyasa (Renunciation) & Tyaga (Abandonment). The Lord goes on to explain the difference between the two. Then He discusses the Essential Duties, which are not to be discarded by anybody. The major part of the chapter deals with an exhaustive analysis the impact of the three Gunas Sattva, Rajas & Tamas on the whole life & activities of man. The chapter ends with the Lord's declaration that anyone leaving aside all his Dharmas takes shelter in Him will be liberated from birth & death, & will attain the Status of the Supreme.
In this chapter, Lord Krishna gives a thorough exposition of 'faith' as seen in the various fields of man's endeavors- his physical indulgences (food), his dedicated activities (Yajna), his self-denials (Tapas), & his charities (Dana). He explains that 'Shraddha' (resolve) is of three types, according to the nature of the Gunas in people.-Sattvic, Rajasic & Tamasic. Finally, He explains the meaning of the phrase "Om-Tat-Sat" in the various activities of men.
This Chapter discusses the types of manifestations that are available in the living world when the same 'Knower', the Eternal Spirit, expresses Itself through various 'Fields'. It describes the mental contents of the good as compared with those of the bad. The Chapter opens with an exhaustive list of 26 noble Traits in a cultured man living the spiritual way-of-life. This is followed by another extensive listing of the bad qualities, which should be avoided. The bad characters or Demons continue to live their vile lives, birth after birth,& are never able to come up spiritually. Finally the Lord advises seekers to avoid the three 'gates of hell', lust, anger & hatred to lead a good life & attain liberation. In conclusion, Krishna states that the Scriptures form the authority to be followed by all for righteous action.
This chapter discusses the nature of the Spirit in all its implications. The Infinite is defined in terms of the finite perishable world as the Imperishable, Infinite, Changeless Factor. Then it is brought out that the Experiencer of the changes is something other than the Changeless. It is only one aspect of the Supreme Reality, just as a man, called Father, by his children, is much more than just the father. The Supreme Reality is defined here as the Supreme Purusha, the PURUSHOTTAMA.
This chapter is an exhaustive handbook of instructions explaining the working of the subtle body & providing some tips to readjust ourselves when the inner mechanism gets chocked up. The One Truth expresses through a world-of-Matter, producing an innumerable variety of life forms. The reason for this multiplicity are the Gunas, Sattva (Unactivity), Rajas (Activity) & Tamas (Inactivity), all born of Prakriti. These three, in different proportions, influence the mental & intellectual caliber of every individual.
This is one of the most famous & brilliant chapters of the Geeta which gives the student a very direct explanation for, & almost a personal experience of the Self in him, free from his material equipment & their misinterpretations, the world-of-objects. An exhaustive exposition on how to meditate directly upon the Imperishable Formless Spirit is given here. Spirit functioning through matter-envelopments is the living organism. To undress to get rid off matter, we must have a precise knowledge of all that constitutes matter in us. This discrimination between the inert matter-equipment & the vibrant spark-of-Life, the Spirit, is presented in this chapter.
Chapter 12, Bhakti Yoga or the Path of Devotion discusses the principle of devotion, the characteristics of a devotee & how to attain the Supreme through devotion. The last chapter ends with the statement of the Lord that only through unwavering devotion, one will be able to see & merge with the Universal-Form of the Lord. This creates a doubt in Arjuna as to the proper way of worship, & the chapter starts with a question from him.
In this chapter, Lord Krishna gives a physical demonstration of the Oneness of everything in this universe. The separateness of objects arises from the presence of the intervening space. Suppose we remove the space, then everything becomes one. This is the concept of COSMIC-MAN. Here Lord Krishna shows, through 'eyes of Knowledge' granted to Arjuna, His Cosmic-Form. The exquisite dramatist in Sage Vyasa has squeezed the Sanskrit language to feed the beauty of his literary masterpiece. He paints beautifully, the emotions of wonderment, amazement, fear, reverence, devotion etc. in Arjuna. In the dignity of concept, in the beauty of diction, in the artistry of its depiction & in its inner stream of drama, this chapter has been rightly upheld by all as one of the highest philosophical poems in the world.
Chapter 10, named Vibhuti Yoga describes the Power or Lordship & the Pervasiveness Or Immanence of the SELF. The essence in the world of plurality is the SELF. Here Lord Krishna identifies Himself as the most prominent & Chief Factor in all classes of beings, & as the Supreme Factor without which the different classes of beings, objects & ideas cannot exist. To give a glimpse of His pervasiveness & glory, Krishna gives 54 different examples from among
Chapter 9 of Bhagavad Geeta, entitled "Rajavidya Rajaguhya Yoga" discusses the Royal Knowledge of Pure Consciousness, in whose light all conditioned-knowledge are made possible. Krishna Himself calls this Science of the Absolute "the most secret (profound) Science". It is promised in the beginning itself that both speculative & practical aspects of this Knowledge will be told here. Not only the theory of self-perfection but also the logic behind it all are discussed in this chapter. This is the profound Knowledge combined with experience, having known which there is nothing more to be known, & one shall be free from the sorrows of life.
The "Yoga of the Imperishable Brahman" should be understood here as the "Way to Imperishable Brahman". After answering the questions raised by Arjuna, the Lord explains how those who can remember the Infinite at the time of their departure from the body will reach the Infinite. So He advises Arjuna to remember the Infinite always & face his life diligently. Here, Krishna explains splendidly the nature of the Infinite upon which the seeker is to fix his single-pointed mind. Then He explains the Path-of-Light & the Path-of-Darkness, the former leading to the Imperishable & the latter necessitating the return to the world.
Here the technique of "Practical Vedanta" has been completely & fully explained. Krishna's explanations here make us clearly understand that the Self is the Reality upon which all actions, the instruments of action, & the world-of-perceptions are superimposed, & so, by knowing the Self everything is known.
With Chapter 7 we enter the second triad of Geeta describing "That" in the Mahavakya "That Thou Art". Here the Lord starts describing the "Goal of the Spiritual Science" the Supreme Self. In the beginning, Sri Krishna promises Arjuna that He would explain the entire science of Spirituality, both theoretical & practical aspects, to clear all his doubts. Then He proceeds to explain the two Prakrities, Para & Apara, of the Self. He describes the 8-fold lower Prakriti, the Apara, consisting of the 5 elements, Earth, Water, Fire, Air & Space, & mind, intellect & ego. Beyond all these is the Lords Para Prakriti, the Spark of Life, Pure Consciousness, which supports all life in the universe. The two aspects of the Self, as Purusha & Prakriti create the whole 'Jagat'- the world-of-change. The One Self forms the core of all life, & everything is hung on It as pearls in a neckless. Then the Lord describes Himself as the Dharma-the Law-of-Being of everything. All matter exist in the Spirit, but the Spirit is not in Matter. Matter is just Super-imposed on Spirit, to be alive. Maya with its 'Veiling" & 'Projecting' action prevents all from recognizing the Self within them.
This chapter entitled "Atma Samyama Yoga" or" Yoga of Meditation" gives a wealth of details, explaining not only the technique of Meditation, but also the possible pitfalls & how to avoid them successfully. Though all Hindu Scriptures hint at the Path-of-Meditation as the way to reach the highest possibilities in life, nowhere is the topic discussed so thoroughly as here. A thorough study of this chapter gives ample direction & guidance to a seeker to reach the Highest, through Meditation.
In this Chapter Lord Krishna talks about renunciation of Karma & Sannyasa for one's spiritual development. After describing Karma-Yoga in the previous chapters, Sri Krishna describes here how one should intelligently renounce Karma & enter the nobler spiritual technique of meditation. This chapter is a bridge between Karma-Yoga & Pure Meditation. It describes: what is the spirit of renunciation & how the "Yoga-of-renunciation-of action" can be practiced.
Chapter 4 of Bhagavad Geeta gives the path of Jnana Yoga, the path-of-Knowledge, the main archway through which all pilgrims must pass to reach the SELF. Sri Krishna here reveals His Divine Nature. Action is defined in its widest form. Various techniques of Yajna to attain the Supreme Knowledge are indicated. How to attain the ultimate Knowledge from a Guru is explained. SELF-KNOWLEDGE is extolled as the ultimate aim of man.
The Chapter 3, entitled " Karma Yoga" is an elaboration of the Hindu ideal of "Selfless Action" first introduced by the famous verse 47 in Chapter 2--Karmanyevaadhikaarasthe-----. After hearing the exposition of various ways of attaining liberation in Chapter 2, Arjuna is really confused. Still deluded, he wanted a confirmation of his desire to quit the war & take-up Sannyasa. So he raises the question : If Krishna feels that the path of knowledge is better than the path of action, why is he being goaded to fight this war? He wanted a clear cut answer to his quest for a righteous life. In reply to this question, the Lord elaborates on the principle of Karma Yoga, the Yoga of selfless action in this chapter 3.
Chapter 2, entitled Sankhya Yoga, is the starting point of the philosophical discourse between Sri Krishna & Arjuna. This chapter is a summarised version of all of Bhagavad Geeta as it introduces all the philosophical points which are elaborated in later chapters. It is called the Yoga of Knowledge. Sankhya yoga deals with the knowledge of the universe & its Substratum, the Atman, Brahman, or Self. The chapter initially talks about Sankhya yoga, then Karma Yoga & Bhakti yoga. It concludes with the Yoga of renunciation.
Chapter 1 of Bhagavad Geeta, entitled the Arjuna Vishada Yoga introduces the scenery & circumstances in which this great philosophical discourse took place. Arjuna, the Pandava prince, leading the Pandava forces against the Kauravas in the ensuing Mahabharata war, gets disheartened by the prospect of killing his great grandfather, uncles, brothers & other close relatives, & filled with confusion & sorrow decides to not fight the war. Sri Krishna, his close friend & charioteer, advises him & revives him back to fight this war against impropriety & unrighteousness.
The Holy Geeta is the commentary of Bhagavad Gita by Poojya Swami Chinmayananda. This presentation gives a general introduction to the book as well as Bhagavad Gita.
Chapter 18, The Moksha Sannyasa Yoga, is the final chapter of Bhagavad Gita. Here Lord Krishna concludes his advise to Arjuna, & talks about Renunciation & Liberation. His firm opinion of Sannyasa is that you should renounce your attachments to actions & continue to do all your duties without attachment, & as offerings to the Lord. He talks about activities, their origin, classification, & the real doer of karma.. He explains the three types of happiness, the duties of the four types of people, the three types of knowledge, karma, the doer, intellect,& will. Finally He advises Arjuna to do his duty without attachment, but with concentration, while remembering God. "Leave all your duties & obligations & take shelter in Me, I shall redeem you from all your obligations'- the Ultimate Advice of the Lord.
HANUMAN STORIES: TIMELESS TEACHINGS FOR TODAY’S WORLDLearnyoga
Hanuman Stories: Timeless Teachings for Today’s World" delves into the inspiring tales of Hanuman, highlighting lessons of devotion, strength, and selfless service that resonate in modern life. These stories illustrate how Hanuman's unwavering faith and courage can guide us through challenges and foster resilience. Through these timeless narratives, readers can find profound wisdom to apply in their daily lives.
The PBHP DYC ~ Reflections on The Dhamma (English).pptxOH TEIK BIN
A PowerPoint Presentation based on the Dhamma Reflections for the PBHP DYC for the years 1993 – 2012. To motivate and inspire DYC members to keep on practicing the Dhamma and to do the meritorious deed of Dhammaduta work.
The texts are in English.
For the Video with audio narration, comments and texts in English, please check out the Link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zF2g_43NEa0
What Should be the Christian View of Anime?Joe Muraguri
We will learn what Anime is and see what a Christian should consider before watching anime movies? We will also learn a little bit of Shintoism religion and hentai (the craze of internet pornography today).
In Jude 17-23 Jude shifts from piling up examples of false teachers from the Old Testament to a series of practical exhortations that flow from apostolic instruction. He preserves for us what may well have been part of the apostolic catechism for the first generation of Christ-followers. In these instructions Jude exhorts the believer to deal with 3 different groups of people: scoffers who are "devoid of the Spirit", believers who have come under the influence of scoffers and believers who are so entrenched in false teaching that they need rescue and pose some real spiritual risk for the rescuer. In all of this Jude emphasizes Jesus' call to rescue straying sheep, leaving the 99 safely behind and pursuing the 1.
The Good News, newsletter for June 2024 is hereNoHo FUMC
Our monthly newsletter is available to read online. We hope you will join us each Sunday in person for our worship service. Make sure to subscribe and follow us on YouTube and social media.
Lesson 9 - Resisting Temptation Along the Way.pptxCelso Napoleon
Lesson 9 - Resisting Temptation Along the Way
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Adult Bible Lessons 2nd quarter 2024 CPAD
MAGAZINE: THE CAREER THAT IS PROPOSED TO US: The Path of Salvation, Holiness and Perseverance to Reach Heaven
Commentator: Pastor Osiel Gomes
Presentation: Missionary Celso Napoleon
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Exploring the Mindfulness Understanding Its Benefits.pptxMartaLoveguard
Slide 1: Title: Exploring the Mindfulness: Understanding Its Benefits
Slide 2: Introduction to Mindfulness
Mindfulness, defined as the conscious, non-judgmental observation of the present moment, has deep roots in Buddhist meditation practice but has gained significant popularity in the Western world in recent years. In today's society, filled with distractions and constant stimuli, mindfulness offers a valuable tool for regaining inner peace and reconnecting with our true selves. By cultivating mindfulness, we can develop a heightened awareness of our thoughts, feelings, and surroundings, leading to a greater sense of clarity and presence in our daily lives.
Slide 3: Benefits of Mindfulness for Mental Well-being
Practicing mindfulness can help reduce stress and anxiety levels, improving overall quality of life.
Mindfulness increases awareness of our emotions and teaches us to manage them better, leading to improved mood.
Regular mindfulness practice can improve our ability to concentrate and focus our attention on the present moment.
Slide 4: Benefits of Mindfulness for Physical Health
Research has shown that practicing mindfulness can contribute to lowering blood pressure, which is beneficial for heart health.
Regular meditation and mindfulness practice can strengthen the immune system, aiding the body in fighting infections.
Mindfulness may help reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as type 2 diabetes and obesity by reducing stress and improving overall lifestyle habits.
Slide 5: Impact of Mindfulness on Relationships
Mindfulness can help us better understand others and improve communication, leading to healthier relationships.
By focusing on the present moment and being fully attentive, mindfulness helps build stronger and more authentic connections with others.
Mindfulness teaches us how to be present for others in difficult times, leading to increased compassion and understanding.
Slide 6: Mindfulness Techniques and Practices
Focusing on the breath and mindful breathing can be a simple way to enter a state of mindfulness.
Body scan meditation involves focusing on different parts of the body, paying attention to any sensations and feelings.
Practicing mindful walking and eating involves consciously focusing on each step or bite, with full attention to sensory experiences.
Slide 7: Incorporating Mindfulness into Daily Life
You can practice mindfulness in everyday activities such as washing dishes or taking a walk in the park.
Adding mindfulness practice to daily routines can help increase awareness and presence.
Mindfulness helps us become more aware of our needs and better manage our time, leading to balance and harmony in life.
Slide 8: Summary: Embracing Mindfulness for Full Living
Mindfulness can bring numerous benefits for physical and mental health.
Regular mindfulness practice can help achieve a fuller and more satisfying life.
Mindfulness has the power to change our perspective and way of perceiving the world, leading to deeper se
The Chakra System in our body - A Portal to Interdimensional Consciousness.pptxBharat Technology
each chakra is studied in greater detail, several steps have been included to
strengthen your personal intention to open each chakra more fully. These are designed
to draw forth the highest benefit for your spiritual growth.
The Book of Joshua is the sixth book in the Hebrew Bible and the Old Testament, and is the first book of the Deuteronomistic history, the story of Israel from the conquest of Canaan to the Babylonian exile.
2. BHAGAVAD GITA – THE DIVINE
SONG-An Introduction
Bhagavad Gita-Part of the
Sanskrit Epic
Mahabhaaratha.(200 BC to 200
AD)
700 verses in 18 chapters.
A conversation between Lord
Krishna and his close friend
Arjuna in the middle of the
battlefield just before the start
of the Kurukshetra battle.
Arjuna loses his heart and
refuses to fight his teachers
and relatives, and Krishna
revives him by his wise words
of wisdom.
TKG Namboodhiri
4. Gems
of
Bhagavad Gita
MAYYAAVE’SYA MANO YE’ MAAM NITHYAYUKTHAA
UPAASATHE’, SRADHAYAA PARAYOPE’THAASTHE’ ME’
YUKTHATHAMAA MATHAH. (12.2)
The best integrated are those devotees
who concentrate on Me & worship Me
with absolute faith & remain integrated
always.
TKG Namboodhiri
5. Gems
of
Bhagavad Gita
YE’ THWAKSHARAM ANIRDDE’SYAM AVYAKTHAM
PARYUPAASATHE’, SARVATHRAGAMACHINTHYAM CHA
KOOTASTHAMACHALAM DHRUVAM. (12.3)
Some worship elaborately the Imperishable, the
ineffable, the Unmanifest, the Omnipresent, the
imponderable, the Immutable, & they attain Me
indeed.
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7. Gems
of
Bhagavad Gita
YE’ THU SARVAANI KARMAANI MAYI SAMNYASYA
MATHPARAH, ANANYE’NAIVA YOGE’NA MAAM
DHYAAYANTHA UPAASATHE, THE’SHAAMAHAM
SAMUDDHARTHAA MRITHYU SAMSAARA SAAGARATH.
(12.6&7)
Those, however, who surrender all work to Me,
make Me their supreme goal & worship Me,
meditating on Me in a state of undivided union,
I shall soon deliver from the sea of life & death.
TKG Namboodhiri
8. Gems
of
Bhagavad Gita
MAYYE’VA MANA AADHATHSWA MAYI BUDHIM
NIVE’SAYA, NIVASISYASI MAYYE’VA ATHA
OORDHWAM NA SAMSAYAH. (12.8)
Therefore, fix your mind on Me alone, let
your intelligence be absorbed in Me;
henceforth, you will dwell, without doubt,
in Me alone.
TKG Namboodhiri
9. Gems
of
Bhagavad Gita
ATHA CHITHTHAM SAMAADHAATHUM NA SAKNOSHI
MAYI STHIRAM, ABHYAASAYOGE’NA THATHO
MAAMICHCHAAPTHUM DHANANJAYA. (12.9)
If you are unable to concentrate your
mind steadfastly on Me, Arjuna, try to
reach out to Me through repeated
efforts.
TKG Namboodhiri
10. Gems
of
Bhagavad Gita
ABHYAASO APYASAMARTHO ASI
MATHKARMAPARAMO BHAVA, MADARTHAMAPI
KARMAANI KURVAN SIDHI MAVAAPSYASI. (12.10)
If you cannot make even these repeated
efforts, devote yourself wholly to My
work. Even by doing work for My sake you
will achieve perfection
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11. Gems
of
Bhagavad Gita
ATHYTHADAPYASAKTHO ASI KARTHUM
MADYOGAMAASRITHAH, SARVAKARMA PHALA
THYAAGAM THATHAH KURU YATHAATHMAVAAN.
(12.11)
If you are unable even to work for My
sake, then, with self-control, renounce the
fruits of all work you do.
TKG Namboodhiri
12. Gems
of
Bhagavad Gita
SRE’YO HI JNAANAM ABHYAASAATH JNAANAAD
DHYAANAM VISISHYATHE’, DHYAANATH KARMA PHALA
THYAAGASTHYAAGAACHCHAANTHIR ANANTHARAM.
(12.12)
Knowledge of self is better than practice,
meditation is better than self-knowledge, &
renunciation of the fruits of action is better
than even mediation. From renunciation you
attain mental peace immediately
TKG Namboodhiri
13. Gems
of
Bhagavad Gita
IN THE NEXT 7 VERSES, THE LORD DESCRIBES THE QUALITIES OF
HIS DEVOTEE:
ADWE’SHTO SARVA BHOOTHAANAM MAITHRAH KARUNA
EVA CHA, NIRMAMO NIRAHANKAARAH
SAMADUKHASUKHAH KSHAMEE. (12,13)
He hates none, friendly & compassionate, without
sense of possession & egoism, treats pleasure & pain
equally, & is long-suffering (does not react
emotionally even when abused)
TKG Namboodhiri
14. Gems
of
Bhagavad Gita
SANTHUSHTAH SATHATHAM YOGEE YATHAATHMAA
DRIDHANISCHAYAH, MAYYARPITHA MANOBUDHIRYO
MADBHAKTHAH SA ME’ PRIYAH. (12.14)
Continuously happy, integrated, self-
disciplined & of steadfast resolve & with
his mind & intellect steeped Me, My
devotee is dear to Me.
TKG Namboodhiri
15. Gems
of
Bhagavad Gita
YASMAANNODWIJATHE’ LOKO LOKAANNODWIJATHE’
CHA YAH, HARSHAAMARSHABHAYO DWEGYR
MUKTHO YAH SA CHA ME’ PRIYA. (12.15)
From him the world does not shrink, nor
does he shrink from the world. He is free
from elation, intolerance, fear & agitation.
He is dear to Me.
TKG Namboodhiri
16. Gems
of
Bhagavad Gita
ANAPE’KSHAH SUCHIRDDAKSHA UDAASEENO
GATHAVYATHAH, SARVAARAMBHA PARITHYAAGEE YO
MADBHAKTHAH SA ME’ PRIYA. (12.16)
Dear to Me is My devotee who craves not,
is pure, adept, indifferent, unworried &
who shuns all undertakings.
TKG Namboodhiri
17. Gems
of
Bhagavad Gita
YO NA HRISHYATHI NA DWESHTI NA SOCHATHI NA
KAAMKSHATHI, SUBHAASUBHAPARITHYAAGEE
BHAKTHIMAAN YAH SA ME’ PRIYA. (12.17)
He is not elated, does not hate, grieve, or
desire. He has given up both good and
evil. Such a devotee is dear to Me.
TKG Namboodhiri
18. Gems
of
Bhagavad Gita
SAMAH SATHRAU CHA MITHRE’ CHA THATHA
MAANAAPAMAANAYOH
SEETHOSHNASUKHADUKHE’SHU SAMAH
SANGAVIVARJITHAH. (12.18)
He is the same towards friend & foe as also in
honour & dishonour; the same in cold &
warmth, pleasure & pain, because, he is
detached.
TKG Namboodhiri
19. Gems
of
Bhagavad Gita
THULYANINDAASTHUTHIRMAUNI SANTHUSHTO YE’NA
KE’NACHITH, ANIKE’THAH
STHIRMATHIRBHAKTHIMAANME’ PRIYO NARAH.
(12.19)
He treats alike contempt & praise; is silent,
content with whatever accrues; he is without a
permanent home, & steadfast. Such a devotee
is dear to Me.
TKG Namboodhiri