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

Pragmatic Gita: Chapter 2: Ayam Sanatanaha - The Causeless Eternal Soul [2.19 to 2.24]


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Ayam Sanatanaha. What does this ancient phrase from the Bhagavad Gita mean? It holds a secret to overcoming our deepest fears and answering life's most profound question: "Who am I?" It is a declaration that your true self is eternal, primordial, and has no cause.

In This Episode, You'll Discover:

  • The deep meaning of the Sanskrit phrase Ayam Sanatanaha - the causeless, eternal soul.

  • Why the Gita describes the soul (Atman) as unborn, and how this establishes its eternal nature.

  • A clear explanation of why the soul is considered indestructible, beyond the reach of any physical harm.

  • How this single realization can dismantle the five core afflictions (kleshas) that cause all human suffering, especially the fear of death.

  • An introduction to the yogic paths that serve as a practical roadmap for experiencing this truth directly.

  • The timeless analogy of the soul changing bodies like we change clothes, reframing our perspective on life and death.

In this discussion, we journey to the very heart of Sanatana Dharma teachings to uncover a truth that liberates. We often live our lives identified with our temporary roles, our bodies, and our minds. We feel the sting of every loss and fear every ending. But the wisdom of "Ayam Sanatanaha" invites us to identify with something infinitely more vast and stable. It tells us that the soul transcends the body and mind.

This is not just philosophy; it is a blueprint for a fearless existence. Join us as we explore how to shift our identity from the fleeting to the eternal, and in doing so, find the unshakable peace that is our very nature.


krsnadaasa

(Servant of Krishna)

https://pragmaticgita.com

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