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In this final episode of Chapter 13, Krishna explains that the soul is eternal, unaffected by the actions of the body or material nature, and remains the uninvolved observer. Realizing the unity of the soul within all beings and distinguishing it from the ever-changing body leads to liberation from the cycle of birth and death.

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Hearing is one of the most important things you can do in Bhakti yoga. In this verse, Krishna describes how some people, though unfamiliar with spiritual knowledge, come to worship the Supreme simply by hearing about Him from others. Their sincere willingness to listen to authoritative teachings enables them to transcend the cycle of birth and death, reaching liberation.

In this episode, Krishna explains that the Supersoul within the body acts as the witness and guide, leading the soul toward liberation. Those who understand this truth through meditation, knowledge, or devotion can attain liberation.

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Like to sleep all day? You may be a hibernating bear in your next life. Wild, right? Krishna explains that Prakriti (nature) is the cause of actions and experiences, while Purusha (the soul) enjoys or suffers based on attachment to these actions. #bhagavadgita #gita #krishna

In this episode, Krishna explains that both Prakriti (nature) and Purusha (the soul) are eternal, and everything in the world arises from their union. The ladies then chat about the challenges that can arise from getting caught up in the struggles of the material world.

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The Supersoul. The Krishna inside all of us! What is it? Krishna describes the nature of the Supreme Being, which is beyond the senses and formless, yet present everywhere as the source of all existence. #bhagavadgita #gita #krishna

In this episode, Krishna highlights the importance of seeking the truth through detachment from worldly pleasures and a single-minded focus on the Self. He explains that true knowledge involves recognizing the Supreme Truth and striving for liberation. #bhagavadgita #gita #krishna

Krishna describes the components of the field (the body), including the senses, mind, ego, and elements like earth and water, as well as qualities like desire and aversion. He emphasizes the cultivation of virtues such as humility, non-attachment, and devotion to knowledge as essential for self-realization. #bhagavadgita #gita #krishna

Krishna explains that the soul is present in all bodies, and He Himself is the supreme Knower in all fields. He also introduces the concept of knowledge and its components, which include the understanding of the field, the knower, and the ultimate purpose of life, as elaborated by various sages and scriptures. #bhagavadgita #gita #krishna

Welcome to Chapter 13 of the Bhagavad Gita! In these beginning verses, Krishna describes the body as the “field” and the soul as the “knower of the field,” emphasizing that true knowledge comes from understanding the difference between these two.