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  1. 1d ago

    Ātmabodha 02/08 - Discourse in English by Pujya Swami Aparajitananda, Chinmaya Mission Chicago-Yamunotri.

    Hari Om!Swāmī Aparājitānanda jī revises the anubandha chatushtaya of adhikāri, vishaya, prayojana and sambandha for Ātmabodha. He explains bodhya bodhaka sambandha as against chodya - chodana sambandha. Swāmījī compassionately reminds student seekers to bring vedantic concepts in mind at the seat of meditation as gaining the Knowledge of the Self itself is liberation for the prepared mind.How constant practice of Self Knowledge purifies the mind is discussed and a fine analysis of dream and the world as a dream is made. How ignorance covers Reality from our experience and projects untruth as Truth is seen with the help of examples. The importance of correct understanding is emphasised when nature of Consciousness is discussed from various facets.It is interesting to see how a mere thought becomes knowledge by Jñāna- abhyāsa process and Brahmākāra-vritti; how Self Knowledge can change vision of an individual.(Ātmabodha - verses 4 to 10)

    Ātmabodha 02/08 - Discourse in English by Pujya Swami Aparajitananda, Chinmaya Mission Chicago-Yamunotri.

  2. Oct 29

    Ātmabodha 01/08 - Discourse in English by Pujya Swami Aparajitananda, Chinmaya Mission Chicago-Yamunotri.

    Hari Om!Swāmī Aparājitānanda jī explains magnificently the popular prakarana grantha, Ātmabodha (Knowledge of the Supreme Self), composed by Bhagavān Ādi Shankarāchārya jī wherein fundamental concepts of Vedānta are explained beautifully in 68 verses with the help of simple examples. In the order of the scheme of study of scriptures prescribed by Pūjya Gurudev Swāmī Chinmayānanda jī, the study of Ātmabodha is normally taken up after studying Tattvabodha.The first verse lays down the qualifications that we must cultivate to get the maximum benefit of this text. Swāmījī revises the concepts of sādhana chatushtaya and the six fold wealth from Tattvabodha here in the context of the first verse. He also explains the many connotations of "tapas" and elaborates also in the light of Chp. 3 of Shrīmad Bhagavad Gītā.The goal of the study of this text and its importance is also made clear at the very beginning. Swāmījī explains the real meaning of the term "moksha" and underlines the importance of Self Knowledge and finding the answer to the question "Who am I?". Connecting the lofty goal with our present state, he first outlines our problem by detailing the Law of Identification and then points to the solution to this problem.Then two very relevant questions are discussed - whether only good and selfless actions can give moksha? And whether only devotion without knowledge can give us Self Knowledge? The effects of Self Knowledge and Self ignorance are also outlined.Shankarārcharya jī and Swāmījī make the what, why and how crystal clear so that we can study further in a focused manner.We are grateful to the Guru paramparā, Ādi Shankarāchārya jī and our Swāmī Aparājitānanda jī for gifting us and expounding upon this direct means of Liberation.(Ātmabodha - verses 1 to 4)

    Ātmabodha 01/08 - Discourse in English by Pujya Swami Aparajitananda, Chinmaya Mission Chicago-Yamunotri.

  3. Oct 22

    Guru Paduka Stotram 07/07 - Talk in English by Pujya Swami Aparajitananda ji, Chinmaya Mission Chicago-Yamunotri

    Hari Om !! Guru Paduka Stotram 07/07 - Talk in English by Pujya Swami Aparajitananda ji, Chinmaya Mission Chicago-Yamunotri. Swami Aparajitananda logically summarises the SPIRITUALITY CONTENT of the Stotra, viz. since only Knowledge can give Liberation, and Devotion takes us to Knowledge; therefore, Devotion to Gurupādukās can solve the problem.Verse 7: Simplifying the poetic expression and explaining by psychological analysis of mind, Swamiji discusses how Gurupādukās bless with 6-fold virtues and what is interconnection between virtues and Liberation - by giving interesting and novel one-liner definitions of each virtue.Guru, Devotion and Satsang answer the question: "Is it possible?" It is made clear that Devotion gives qualifications for Liberation, ability, quietude and happiness of mind.Verse 8: How Gurupādukās can prepare mind and give sincere worshippers Mukti or Bhakti is glorified. It is simplified why they are called "Dhurandhara". In whichever way and whichever be the author, LORD SHANKAR - expressed in most figurative speech is introduced in simple terms. Verse 9: Swamiji calls this verse as the summary of Shankaracharya's teachings and philosophy in 4 unique steps (Devotion, Viveka-Vairagya, Awareness and Moksha) and discusses elaborately. An interesting question now discussed is: "With one's own efforts, can negativities be won over?" The most compassionate advice given is to prepare, be alert and keep mind in Sattva; take it from "seen" to "Seer" and abide in Consciousness. What is Samādhi-abhyāsa and what to do after Moksha is also discussed in detail.The talk concluded with prostrations to Gurupādukās and praying for the Grace of God and Guruparamparā.(Shrī Gurupādukā Stotram - Talk 7 of 7 - Verses 7 to 9)

    Guru Paduka Stotram 07/07 - Talk in English by Pujya Swami Aparajitananda ji, Chinmaya Mission Chicago-Yamunotri

  4. Oct 15

    Guru Paduka Stotram 06/07 - Talk in English by Pujya Swami Aparajitananda ji, Chinmaya Mission Chicago-Yamunotri

    Hari Om !! Guru Paduka Stotram 06/07 - Talk in English by Pujya Swami Aparajitananda ji, Chinmaya Mission Chicago-Yamunotri. Verse 4 (contd.): Swami Aparajitananda elaborates on ABHISHTA TATI - desired things (4 Purushārthas); their true meaning and purpose in life; how to live with them; the results that follow; importance of purity of mind and how to guarantee Moksha.Verse 5: Poetic magnificence and climax of imagination mark the middle (locket like) verse of the Stotram. Swamiji simplifies and explains the metaphors of mermaid and river of brilliance and how it all creatively suggests that in front of Gurupādukās, kings (the great ones) bow down. It is discussed *why Gurupādukās are called kingmakers; *for what things kingship is desired; *whether these things give real happiness; *who has real happiness; *what is real ruling; *who rules hearts; *what Gurubhakti can do.Examples of Mata Amritanandamayi, Hanumān, Vibhīshan, Yudhishthira convince us. Verse 6: The content of Spirituality begins here. What is real purpose of life and how devotion to Guru takes to Moksha is discussed. Poet compares Gurupādukās with suns, Garuda and ocean fire. Swamiji simplifies the imagination and explains what happens to ignorance, tri-tāpas and ego when Gurupādukās do the magic. Swamiji discusses "crossing over the ocean" and "drying up of ocean" in this context. Also, how devotion to Gurupādukās can take to the state of Samādhi.Story of Bhaktivedanta Prabhupada emphasises serving Guru's sankalpa and unimaginable transformation by chanting the Lord's name. (Next: How this ocean is dried up and qualifications for it) (Shrī Gurupādukā Stotram - Talk 6 of 7 - Verses 4 to 6)

    Guru Paduka Stotram 06/07 - Talk in English by Pujya Swami Aparajitananda ji, Chinmaya Mission Chicago-Yamunotri

  5. Oct 8

    Guru Paduka Stotram 05/07 - Talk in English by Swami Aparajitananda ji, Chinmaya Mission Chicago-Yamunotri

    Hari Om !! Guru Paduka Stotram 05/07 - Talk in English by Swami Aparajitananda ji, Chinmaya Mission Chicago-Yamunotri. Verse 3: Description of Glory and Grace of Gurupādukās to bless the beginners in spirituality with worldly fulfillments too, continues. The verse states in beautiful, poetic terms that if only a seeker prostrates with devotion, these Pādukās can do wonders (with the examples of the poorest and the dumb fool).Swami Aparajitananda, simplifying the figurative words, points out the proofs and suggests to test and trust Lord in this respect with the attitude of karmaphala-tyāga and Ishvaraprasāda-buddhi. It is also explained in steps how Lord gives Vairāgya also.Stories of Kanakadhārā stotra, Sudāmā, Kālidāsa, Shrīharsha and examples of Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam and Narendra Modi confirm it.Verse 4 glorifies Gurupādukās as they carry and serve lotus feet of Guru, dispel delusions and sufferings and bless with desired things (4 Purushārthas). Swamiji expands on concept of lotus, its usage, glory and characteristics; lotus feet as support; the Ultimate Support of life; lotus eyes; lotus heart and lotus life.How delusion (vimoha) is destroyed by devotion is pointed out by examples. Definition of Dharma and how by tuning with God, one can intuitively know the purpose of life, what Ultimate protection of God can do, etc. in depth.Story of Jayadeva shows how to live and what is lotus life.(to be continued)(Shrī Gurupādukā Stotram - Talk 5 of 7 - Verse 3 & 4)

    Guru Paduka Stotram 05/07 - Talk in English by Swami Aparajitananda ji, Chinmaya Mission Chicago-Yamunotri

  6. Oct 1

    Guru Paduka Stotram 04/07 - Talk in English by Swami Aparajitananda ji, Chinmaya Mission Chicago-Yamunotri

    Hari Om !! Guru Paduka Stotram 04/07 - Talk in English by Swami Aparajitananda ji, Chinmaya Mission Chicago-Yamunotri. The content (2), viz. that devotion to Gurupādukās can fulfill worldly desires too, is most poetically expressed in the verse. Beautiful similes state and emphasize what Gurupādukās are and what they can do for the devotees.Swami Aparajitananda expands on and simplifies the poetic imagination, pointing out that Pādukās are like mother blessing each according to needs and evolution. How and why God fulfills worldly desires/environment is logically explained.But FIRST STEP of a seeker should be to prepare the mind. Most precious ways to prepare mind are discussed in great depth. Definition of "Āchārya" and the term "luck" are explained. Aspect of practical application, viz. doing simple meditation on four-fold realities of life, is discussed.The FORMULA: "momentum of past + present efforts will decide future happenings" and the PHRASE: "kartum, akartum, anyathākartum shakyate" are discussed in the context of the verse.Swamiji also suggests that fulfillment of worldly desires should lead us to turn attention to God, to convert calamities into blessings for intuitive experience of God's Grace.We benefit by the shower of stories of - Eklavya, Totakāchārya, Jñāneshvara, Brahmāji, Mārkandeya, Srinivasa Ramanujam and Padmashri Sindhutai Sapkal. These stories remove all doubts and confirm the importance of attitude, devotion and sankalpa.(Shrī Gurupādukā Stotram - Talk 4 of 7 - Verse 2)

    Guru Paduka Stotram 04/07 - Talk in English by Swami Aparajitananda ji, Chinmaya Mission Chicago-Yamunotri

  7. Sep 24

    Guru Paduka Stotram 03/07 - Talk in English by Swami Aparajitananda, Chinmaya Mission Chicago-Yamunotri

    Hari Om !! Guru Paduka Stotram 03/07 - Talk in English by Swami Aparajitananda, Chinmaya Mission Chicago-Yamunotri. Verse 1 (contd.)Swami Aparajitananda elaborates more on the CONDITIONS "when heart becomes fit for highest Knowledge and Liberation happens". It is also noted that description of samsāra ("ananta") is given to know the misery of samsāra and value of Liberation.Explaining each stage of jīvātmā's journey, MISERY in various forms is pointed out. It is shown that mind is busy improving or escaping worldly environment.How long the misery continues, who can show the realistic way to seek happiness and train the mind; what should be relation between individuality and Infinity for Liberation to happen - all this is discussed in detail.Beautiful similes of samsāra-ocean and ship-Gurubhakti are analysed at great length. E.g. Kabir and Shah Ibrahim Alam. As Ramana Maharshi says, "Greatest Tapas is to destroy the ego." The magic which Guru does is to guide and silently make one transform oneself. (Next: Can Gurupādukās help handle worldly problems for beginners?)(Shrī Gurupādukā Stotram - Talk 3 of 7 - Verse 1 continued)

    Guru Paduka Stotram 03/07 - Talk in English by Swami Aparajitananda, Chinmaya Mission Chicago-Yamunotri

  8. Sep 17

    Guru Paduka Stotram 02/07 - Talk in English by Swami Aparajitananda, Chinmaya Mission Chicago-Yamunotri

    Hari Om !! Guru Paduka Stotram 02/07 - Talk in English by Swami Aparajitananda, Chinmaya Mission Chicago-Yamunotri Swami Aparajitananda reminds us about divine virtues declared as "The Knowledge Only" by Lord Krishna (Gītā Chp. 13) and of which Gurupādukās are the embodiment.How 9 verses of the Stotram unfold THE CONTENT is shown in 3 stages: • Verse 1 - entire journey of a seeker from samsārī to Mukta.What worship of Gurupādukās can fulfill? • Worldly desires (Verses 2 to 5) and • Spiritual desires (Verses 6 to 9).In essence, Gurupādukā pūjā can give anything to all 4 types of devotees.Verse 1: Glory of Gurupādukās is described as giver of Gurubhakti and Dispassion; and acting as ship for effortless crossing over of ocean of transmigration.Swamiji specifies the STARTING POINT of journey as AWARENESS OF MISERY AND INABILITY TO MEDITATE. Then it is suggested to do what one can do (Pūjā) and purify the mind. The law stated says: pure mind is attracted towards and desires noble things and a Guru.It is discussed in great depth: • Whether a Guru in physical form is required? • How Guru is provided? • How and who can recognise Guru? • What virtues (from inspiration to desire for Perfection) devotion to Gurupādukās can give? • What is LOUD SILENCE OF GURU and its effect? • What is living the advice? • What is called ruling the kingdom of dispassion? • How Viveka-janita Vairāgya of pure mind like Nachiketa can give Perfect Vision?A law that can help to disidentify and effortlessly abide in the Self at the seat of meditation is stated: "What one loves, one can easily meditate upon."It is also noted that vishāda is also YOGA (means to connect with God).(To be continued)(Shrī Gurupādukā Stotram - Talk 2 of 7 - Verse 1)

    Guru Paduka Stotram 02/07 - Talk in English by Swami Aparajitananda, Chinmaya Mission Chicago-Yamunotri
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