In this thoughtful class given on Papamocani Ekadasi, Rasikananda Swami (affectionately known as Rasik Maharaja) explores the timeless Vedic question: What is the soul? Drawing from the wisdom of the Vedas and the teachings of the Bhagavad Gita, he explains the difference between the body, mind, and the true self—the Atman, the eternal knower within. Rasik Maharaja describes spiritual knowledge as a “science of the soul,” emphasizing that genuine realization comes not merely through intellectual speculation but through a descending process of received wisdom and personal practice. Through engaging analogies and philosophical insights, he clarifies how the senses, mind, and body are instruments used by the soul, while the true self remains untouched and indestructible. Ultimately, this class invites listeners to “feed the soul” through sacred hearing, reflection, and spiritual discipline, awakening the deeper identity that lies beyond the temporary material experience.This class was recorded at the Bhakta Bandhav NYC center on February 27, 2026.