CHINMAYA SHIVAM

Introduction of Durga Suktam. Why is it called Durga Suktam when only 1 mantra is dedicated to Mother Durga, while 5 mantras are for Agni and 1 for Indra? What is Soma Rasa? Who is Jataveda? What is the role of Agni in a Vedic Sacrifice and in a householder's life? What are we praying to Agni for? Why should we pray to Agni to destroy our enemies? The meaning of the 1st Mantra is covered in this talk.

The story of Vaman Avatar of Lord Vishnu along with its symbolic meanings. King Bali promised to Vamana that he would give whatever he asked for. Vamana asked for 3 steps of land. When King Bali promised, Vamana grew in size and occupied the earth and higher regions with 2 steps. He asked Bali where could he keep the third step. Bali came forward to offer himself. Was Vamana not unfair to Bali? For the sacrifice that Bali did, what did he get? Discover the symbolism and significance of Vamana Avatar.

The form of Lord Ganesha appears very strange and we find it hard to believe. What is the story behind his birth? The story also sounds very weird. We discuss the symbolism of the story and the form of Lord Ganesha

Does God Exist? How do we know? Does Lord Ganesha exist? Ganapati Atharvashirsha reveals Lord Ganesha's Nature as Brahman, Ishwara, Ishta-Devata, as the creation and much more. Brief meaning of Ganapati Atharvashirsha is given here

Obstacles and challenges are supplied to us free of cost. How to face them and overcome them without getting overwhelmed? Using the acronym OBSTACLE we reflect here on the qualities needed to invoke inner strength to deal with all obstacles and become successful and happy.

Swami Chinmayananda said - “Obstacles rise when we lose sight of our Goal”. Lord Ganesha is the remover of obstacles. What are the obstacles on the spiritual path? How to we recognise them? How to overcome them?

We have to empower our mind to face the challenges of life. There are 5 powers dormant in each of us. What are these powers and how to invoke them for success? How does Lord Ganesha help us to invoke these Powers?

What is it to take charge of one's life? How can one be successful and happy? How can Lord Ganesha help us to tune-up to the HIGHER in us?

Krishna means one who is most attractive. Krishna means black. Krishna means one who ploughs.

What makes us most attractive? What qualities do we learn from Krishna?