18 episodes

Welcome to 'Thinking Bhakti', the podcast where wisdom from the bhakti tradition meets modern issues! Whether you're a dedicated Vaishnava, a spiritual seeker, or just curious about the intersection of faith and current affairs, 'Thinking Bhakti' offers insightful discussions that resonate with those seeking for deeper meaning in our complex world. Swami Revatikaanta, a long-term disciple of Paramahamsa Vishwananda, is a monk and a prolific public speaker with almost two decade’s worth of experience. With his sharp intellect and straightforward approach, get ready for refreshingly honest conversations on spiritual matters. Join Swamjii and amazing guests as they explore today's intellectual challenges through the enlightening lens of Paramahamsa Vishwananda's teachings.

Thinking Bhakti Swami Revatikaanta

    • Religion & Spirituality

Welcome to 'Thinking Bhakti', the podcast where wisdom from the bhakti tradition meets modern issues! Whether you're a dedicated Vaishnava, a spiritual seeker, or just curious about the intersection of faith and current affairs, 'Thinking Bhakti' offers insightful discussions that resonate with those seeking for deeper meaning in our complex world. Swami Revatikaanta, a long-term disciple of Paramahamsa Vishwananda, is a monk and a prolific public speaker with almost two decade’s worth of experience. With his sharp intellect and straightforward approach, get ready for refreshingly honest conversations on spiritual matters. Join Swamjii and amazing guests as they explore today's intellectual challenges through the enlightening lens of Paramahamsa Vishwananda's teachings.

    Presenting Vaishnavism in the West with Hridayananda Das Goswami | Thinking Bhakti Podcast EP18

    Presenting Vaishnavism in the West with Hridayananda Das Goswami | Thinking Bhakti Podcast EP18

    What is the common ground of sampradayas, and what distinguishes them? How can Vaishnavism be presented in the West without losing its essence, and does appearance create barriers to reaching people? Hridayananda Das Goswami is someone who prioritizes service and strives to share this universal teaching to help humanity grow. At the end, we will ask the question: Should Vaishnavism be separated from Indian culture in order to reach as many hearts as possible?These and other topics are discuss...

    • 1 hr 54 min
    From Portuguese National Team Coach To Bhakti Yogi | Thinking Bhakti Podcast EP17

    From Portuguese National Team Coach To Bhakti Yogi | Thinking Bhakti Podcast EP17

    In this episode, you will hear about the intriguing journey of Sitaram Ricardo Peres, a long-term professional football coach. Later in his life, he found a deeper meaning that helped him improve all aspects of his life. Since meeting his guru, Paramahamsa Vishwananda, his understanding of life has undergone a complete transformation. His life story is an inspiration, demonstrating how small improvements with greater depth can enhance our understanding of ourselves, the purpose of life, ...

    • 2 hrs 9 min
    Sanskrit and Spirituality: The Language of Hindu Scripture | Thinking Bhakti Podcast EP16

    Sanskrit and Spirituality: The Language of Hindu Scripture | Thinking Bhakti Podcast EP16

    Is Sanskrit more than just a language? Why are Hindu texts rooted in this language, and what sets it apart from others? What beauty lies within it, and how does it illuminate various aspects of spirituality? Sanskrit is intricately linked to Sanatana Dharma (Hinduism). Many sacred texts such as the Vedas, Upanishads, Bhagavad Gita, and various sutras, were composed in Sanskrit. As a result, Sanskrit is deeply intertwined with the spiritual and philosophical traditions of India.About the guest...

    • 1 hr 40 min
    Hitting Our Limits - The Call for Grace | Thinking Bhakti Podcast EP15

    Hitting Our Limits - The Call for Grace | Thinking Bhakti Podcast EP15

    There are moments in life when we encounter our limitations, prompting a natural call for the grace of God. It occurs when we realize our inability to move forward and yearn for something higher—for answers, for guidance. It is at this juncture that we are led to our spiritual teacher and the answers we so deeply desire. Ojasvi Das, who has forged a remarkable career, working in the most dangerous prison in Brazil for some time, is someone who has harmonized his successful pri...

    • 1 hr 23 min
    The Role of Knowledge in the Path of Bhakti | Thinking Bhakti Podcast EP14

    The Role of Knowledge in the Path of Bhakti | Thinking Bhakti Podcast EP14

    In this episode, Vrishaparva, a member of the Knowledge Department in Bhakti Marga, has been serving alongside Swami Revatikaanta for the past few years. In this podcast, we discuss the importance and place of knowledge on the spiritual path. Is knowledge to be used as a weapon to divide, or can it be used to enhance our bhakti and appreciate the path more? We also discuss some basic ideas of Vedanta philosophy and how the Hari-bhakta-sampradaya siddhanta is a modern response to these questio...

    • 1 hr 12 min
    Living Fully - Embracing Both Material Success and Spiritual Depth | Thinking Bhakti EP13

    Living Fully - Embracing Both Material Success and Spiritual Depth | Thinking Bhakti EP13

    Life is not boring and is always in movement. Meet Rameshwardas, an entrepreneur and family man who has achieved considerable success in the business world and explored spiritual life from various angles to find deeper meaning. Having experienced darkness in a cave for several days, which shaped his understanding of reality, he delved into shamanism before finally finding his satguru, who marked the culmination of his spiritual search and became initiated into a vaishnava sampradaya.His fast-...

    • 1 hr 23 min

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