Pragmatic Bhagavad Gita: Unlocking the Practical Wisdom of the Bhagavad Gita with Krsnadaasa

Pragmatic Gita: Chapter 18: Five factors of action : 18.14 to 18.18


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Join us for an illuminating deep-dive into the Five factors of Action as revealed in Bhagavad Gita 18.14–18.18. You’ll uncover how your body (adhiṣṭhāna), your sense of the doer (kartā), the instruments of action (karaṇam), the dynamic efforts (ceṣṭā), and the guiding hand of divine will (daivam) weave together to shape every choice you make.

Why Listen Now?
Imagine realizing that every word you speak and every step you take are choreographed by a cosmic interplay of five forces. In this episode, we break down Krishna’s profound teaching into actionable insights. Learn why seeing yourself as the sole agent binds you to karma, and how embracing the Five factors of Action can free you from ego-driven bondage. Real-life analogies—from a soldier’s duty to an orchestra’s harmony—bring these timeless truths into vivid focus.

Stories & Timeless Wisdom
Travel back to Kapila Muni’s Sankhya framework and the Aṣṭāvakra Gītā’s radical non-dual perspective. Hear the salt-in-water illustration from the Upaniṣads and discover how perfect selfless action emerges when you recognize all five forces at play. Through engaging storytelling and direct quotes, this podcast equips you to align your daily behavior with cosmic order.

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Ready to transform your relationship with duty, intention, and freedom? Dive into the Five factors of Action, cultivate non-attachment, and witness your life unfold as a graceful dance of effort and divine orchestration. Whether you’re new to these teachings or a seasoned practitioner, this episode will inspire you to live with clarity, purpose, and inner peace.

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