In this podcast, Swamiji discusses chapter on bhakti. The Goddess describes different forms of devotion (sattvic, rajasic and tamasic devotion) and explains parabhakti.

In this session, Swamij translates the Sanskrit preliminary mantras into English, and then answers questions from devotees.

In this session, Swamiji discussed the precursor to the Devi Gita. He tells the story of Parikshit’s curse, and how Janamejaya, his son and successor became king during the Kali yuga. The last half of the class Swamiji answers quesitons from the audience.

In this video, Swamiji discusses chapter 2 of the Devi Gita. He chants the Sanskrit and then translates into English the meaning and places of pilgrimage of the Goddess(Shakti Pithas). He describes that these sacred places are both externally located in different regions of India, and internal, located within the body.

In this video, Swamiji discusses chapter 3 of the Devi Gita which includes the Gods propitiating the Divine Mother to manifest in a form to unite with Shiva and bring forth the son who is destined to slay the great demon, Tarakasura, the Illuminator of Duality.

In this podcast, Swamiji continues chapter 4 from verse 27. The discussion of the elements, organs of knowledge and action and the inner cause continues. The last half of the class is dedicated to questions from devotees.

In this class, Swamiji discusses how the Gods request the Goddess to show them her Universal form.

In this podcast, Swamiji discusses the Highest Meaning of the Goddess, also known as the Devyatharvashirsham. The definition of HRIM is discussed, as well as the navarna mantra and the kadi vidya mantra. These are very esoteric mantras that invite the worshiper into a very deep, sacred place. Enjoy the unfathomable depth with which Swamiji explains these mantras.

In this last session of this Podcast series, Swamiji explains pranam mantras, which literally means “to bow before.” After translating, Swamiji answers questions from online devotees.

In this first class of the Devi Gita, Swamiji commences discussion of philosophy behind worship of the Divine Mother, described in chapters 29-40 of the Devi Bhagavatam. The Devi Gita begins with Himalaya asking the Divine Mother, “What did I do to deserve the blessing of having You take birth in my home? How should I act when I become the father of the Divine Mother? How should I regard You?”

The answers to these questions is where the Devi Gita begins…enjoy!