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Articles related to the Bhagavad Gita

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Jul 8, 2026

The Supreme Purpose of Human Life

Guruji, what should the true purpose of human life be? BrahmBodhi separates a goal from a purpose, shows that almost every goal we chase is really a search for happiness, and — through Bhagavan Krishna's teaching on the three kinds of happiness (sattvic, rajasic, and tamasic) in the Bhagavad Gita — points to the highest answer of all: Divine Bliss in this life and Moksha hereafter. Available in English and Hindi.

Jun 21, 2026

Discovery of a New Vinod

On a long day in Mumbai — from the heritage corridors of the DGP's office in Colaba to a quiet visit to Swastik Productions and a teakwood workshop for the Dartford Temple in London — the most memorable moment came from an hour-long taxi ride. In a conversation with Rohit Yadav, a forty-year-old driver from Kanpur, BrahmBodhi rediscovered Vinod — a former tribal daily-wage labourer from Ranchi who, with nothing more than knowledge and a forty-five-minute video, transformed the lives of twenty thousand workers.

Jun 5, 2026

Know Hinduism: Religious Literacy — Lesson One (First Ten Questions)

Why is Hinduism called Sanatana Dharma? Who founded it? What is its primary scripture? Is God one or many — formless or with form? In Lesson One of his Religious Literacy series, BrahmBodhi answers the first ten foundational questions about Hindu Dharma — gently, clearly, and rooted in the Bhagavad Gita.

May 26, 2026

Removing Spiritual Poverty: The Missing Pillar of a New India

Roads, factories, and GDP are necessary — but they are not sufficient. In this address at a “Building a New India” summit, BrahmBodhi shows why removing spiritual poverty is just as urgent as removing economic poverty — and how the Bhagavad Gita gives us the blueprint to build daivi sampada, karma-yoga, and true social equality.

May 26, 2026

Is Sanatan Dharma Really “Divisive”? A Historical Reality Check

BrahmBodhi responds to political calls to “eradicate Sanatan.” Drawing on medieval European history — the Crusades, the Inquisitions, the Catholic–Protestant wars — and on India's long record as a refuge for persecuted peoples, he shows that Sanatan Dharma is, in truth, one of the most inclusive and non-divisive civilizations the world has ever known.

Feb 18, 2026

The Need to Classify Hindu Scriptures into Three Tiers, as in Many Other Faiths

Hinduism's vast scriptural corpus can be overwhelming, but a clear hierarchical classification can guide seekers through the intellectual and spiritual richness. This blog explores the need to establish a primary, secondary, and tertiary canon, as in many other faiths.

Feb 11, 2026

Allegations against Hinduism: Idol Worship

Hinduism is often accused of 'idol worship,' but the reality is more nuanced. Devotees use physical forms to focus the mind on the divine, not to worship the material itself.

Feb 10, 2026

Allegation Against Hinduism : Polytheism (Part 2)

Understand, through scriptural evidence, how Hinduism affirms one Supreme God, with many subordinate deities who serve Him and oversee His creation.

Feb 9, 2026

Allegation Against Hinduism : Polytheism (Part 1)

Beyond the surface of 'many gods,' the essence of Hinduism reveals a profound understanding of the Supreme Lord. Delve into this thought-provoking examination of the singular Brahman and its diverse manifestations.

Feb 7, 2026

Allegation Against Hinduism : Ancestor Worship

Delve into the simple answers to major allegations against Sanātana Dharma, from the practice of ancestor worship (pitṛ-pūjā) to the true meaning of pūjā itself. Uncover the nuances behind these misunderstood traditions.

Jan 2, 2026

From Boston to Bharat: A Spiritual Journey Across Continents

Embark on a captivating spiritual journey with the author as they traverse from Boston, USA, to Bharat, exploring the rich cultural and religious tapestry across continents.

Jul 31, 2025

Can a seeker attain spiritual heights by chanting God's name without a guru?

Chanting God's name can lead to progress, but guidance deepens devotion and ensures true attainment.

Jun 16, 2025

How can mental stress be healed through spirituality?

Stress and depression have become like a pandemic. How to deal with them, and what is their permanent solution — the answer lies in this discussion with BrahmBodhi.

Jan 5, 2025

Does Bhagavad Gita Support the Hindu Caste System?

Hindus have a caste system which is only of its kind in the world. A 'caste' is a community to which entry is based on birth. Most traditional Hindu scriptures justify the birth-based caste system. The big question is whether the Bhagavad Gita also supports this system?

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Verses from the Bhagavad Gita

Immerse yourself in the sacred verses of the Gita, the eternal words of Lord Krishna.

Apr 7, 2025

Karmanye Vadhikaraste

A well-structured reflection on one of the most popular verses of the Bhagavad Gita — Chapter 2, Verse 47 (Karmanye Vadhikaraste).

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Articles in Hindi (लेख)

Apr 3, 2025

आत्म-जागरूकता से जगाएं अपनी अंदरूनी सुपरपावर

अपनी सफलता और अपने विकास के उपकरण हम बाहर की दुनिया में खोजते फिरते हैं लेकिन यह भूल जाते हैं कि उसकी सबसे बड़ी चाबी तो हमारे अंदर ही छिपी हुई है। यह चाबी है आत्म जागरूकता।

Jun 15, 2025

प्रश्न: मानसिक तनाव को अध्यात्म के जरिए कैसे ठीक किया जा सकता है?

तनाव और अवसाद एक महामारी की तरह है। इनसे कैसे निपटें, इनका स्थायी समाधान क्या है, इसका उत्तर इस चर्चा में है।

Jul 31, 2025

प्रश्न: क्या बिना गुरु किए ईश्वर का नाम जपने से आध्यात्मिक उपलब्धि प्राप्त नहीं हो सकती?

ईश्वर का नाम जप प्रगति की दिशा में ले जा सकता है, लेकिन मार्गदर्शन भक्ति को गहराता है और सच्ची सिद्धि सुनिश्चित करता है।

Jul 31, 2025

विषय: आध्यात्मिक प्रगति के लिए मन के विकारों को कैसे दूर करें?

अंतःकरण को शुद्ध किए बिना ऊँची आध्यात्मिक उपलब्धि और ईश्वर दर्शन असंभव है।