Podcasts by Gita Journey: A simple, modern translation and explanation of the Bhagavad Gita
Gita Journey is a straightforward, modern, contemporary, basic explanation and commentary of the Bhagawat Gita, with Sanskrit to English word meanings. Each shloka (verse) is explained in detail. An introduction to the Bhagavad Gita along with study resources can also be found here. A summary of each chapter of the Bhagavad Gita is also included. It does not matter whether you are a student, a retiree, a professional, a mom, a dad or a housewife – no prior knowledge is needed.
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Gita Chapter 15 Complete English Explanation from 2023-07-04T02:15:58
The chapter first addresses the nature of the world. Our existence in this world is illustrated using an upside down tree, similar to a family tree. The root of this tree is Ishvara wielding the...
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Gita Chapter 5 Complete English Explanation from 2023-07-03T14:09:21
In prior shlokas, we learned that one who has realized the eternal essence understands that he is not the enjoyer and doer. So to make this as explicit as possible, Shri Krishna provide...
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Gita Chapter 4 Complete English Explanation from 2023-07-03T14:02:04
The journey from the first chapter to the fourth chapter is one of higher and higher levels of integrating or tuning our personality. In the first chapter, we are at the level of selfish action,...
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Gita Chapter 3 Complete English Explanation from 2023-07-03T13:16:07
In chapter 2, Shri Krishna explained that the ultimate spiritual goal is the elimination of our vaasanaas. In chapter 3, he provides the technique of karmayoga which is the first step that all ...
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Gita Chapter 2 Complete English Explanation from 2023-07-02T03:40:01
Since the second chapter is said to contain the essence of the entire Gita, let’s try to recap the main points before we move to the third chapter:
1. Shri Krishna points out the error ...
Gita Chapter 1 Complete English Explanation from 2023-07-01T20:28:08
The message of the first chapter of the Gita is this: The root cause of all sorrow and suffering in this world is our inability to deal with conflict.
That is why the Gita was ta...
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The glories of the universal form of the Lord: Shrimad Bhagavat Mahapuran Canto 2, Chapter 6 from 2020-05-28T20:49:03
The glories of the universal form of the Lord: Shrimad Bhagavat Mahapuran Canto 2, Chapter 6
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The process of creation: Shrimad Bhagavat Mahapuran Canto 2, Chapter 5 from 2020-05-26T19:52:50
The process of creation: Shrimad Bhagavat Mahapuran Canto 2, Chapter 5
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Shukadeva begins his teaching: Shrimad Bhagavat Mahapuran Canto 2, Chapter 4 from 2020-05-20T13:41:26
Shukadeva begins his teaching: Shrimad Bhagavat Mahapuran Canto 2, Chapter 4
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Paramount importance of devotion to the Lord: Shrimad Bhagavat Mahapuran Canto 2, Chapter 3 from 2020-05-19T14:02:13
Paramount importance of devotion to the Lord: Shrimad Bhagavat Mahapuran Canto 2, Chapter 3
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Description of the gross and subtle forms of the Lord: Shrimad Bhagavat Mahapuran Canto 2, Chapter 2 from 2020-05-15T17:51:21
Description of the gross and subtle forms of the Lord: Shrimad Bhagavat Mahapuran Canto 2, Chapter 2
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The Universal Form Of The Lord: Shrimad Bhagavat Mahapuran Canto 2, Chapter 1 from 2020-05-14T02:11:04
The Universal Form Of The Lord: Shrimad Bhagavat Mahapuran Canto 2, Chapter 1
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Parikshit retires and the arrival of Shukadeva: Shrimad Bhagavat Mahapuran Canto 1, Chapter 19 from 2020-05-13T00:48:16
Parikshit retires and the arrival of Shukadeva: Shrimad Bhagavat Mahapuran Canto 1, Chapter 19
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Parikshit is cursed: Shrimad Bhagavat Mahapuran Canto 1, Chapter 18 from 2020-05-09T00:09:50
Parikshit is cursed: Shrimad Bhagavat Mahapuran Canto 1, Chapter 18
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Parikshit punishes Kali: Shrimad Bhagavat Mahapuran Canto 1, Chapter 17 from 2020-05-06T17:51:35
Parikshit punishes Kali: Shrimad Bhagavat Mahapuran Canto 1, Chapter 17
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Conversation between Dharma and Prithvi: Shrimad Bhagavat Mahapuran Canto 1, Chapter 16 from 2020-05-05T17:53:59
Conversation between Dharma and Prithvi: Shrimad Bhagavat Mahapuran Canto 1, Chapter 16
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Pandavas crown Parikshit and depart: Shrimad Bhagavat Mahapuran Canto 1, Chapter 15 from 2020-05-04T22:27:25
Pandavas crown Parikshit and depart: Shrimad Bhagavat Mahapuran Canto 1, Chapter 15
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Yudhishtira sees bad omens and questions Arjuna: Shrimad Bhagavat Mahapuran Canto 1, Chapter 14 from 2020-05-01T16:29:38
Yudhishtira sees bad omens and questions Arjuna: Shrimad Bhagavat Mahapuran Canto 1, Chapter 14
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Dhritrashtra departs: Shrimad Bhagavat Mahapuran Canto 1, Chapter 13 from 2020-04-29T15:31:21
Dhritrashtra departs: Shrimad Bhagavat Mahapuran Canto 1, Chapter 13
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Birth of king Parikshit: Shrimad Bhagavat Mahapuran Canto 1, Chapter 12 from 2020-04-27T19:26:59
Birth of king Parikshit: Shrimad Bhagavat Mahapuran Canto 1, Chapter 12
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Dwarka welcomes Shri Krishna: Shrimad Bhagavat Mahapuran Canto 1, Chapter 11 from 2020-04-25T21:39:21
Dwarka welcomes Shri Krishna: Shrimad Bhagavat Mahapuran Canto 1, Chapter 11
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Shri Krishna heads to Dwarka: Shrimad Bhagavat Mahapuran Canto 1, Chapter 10 from 2020-04-23T19:11:13
Shri Krishna heads to Dwarka: Shrimad Bhagavat Mahapuran Canto 1, Chapter 10
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Bhishma praises the Lord: Shrimad Bhagavat Mahapuran Canto 1, Chapter 9 from 2020-04-22T20:26:44
Bhishma praises the Lord: Shrimad Bhagavat Mahapuran Canto 1, Chapter 9
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Kunti praises the Lord: Shrimad Bhagavat Mahapuran Canto 1, Chapter 8 from 2020-04-21T19:10:57
Kunti praises the Lord: Shrimad Bhagavat Mahapuran Canto 1, Chapter 8
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The killing of Draupadi's sons by Ashwathhama: Shrimad Bhagavat Mahapuran Canto 1, Chapter 7 from 2020-04-20T17:43:35
The killing of Draupadi's sons by Ashwathhama: Shrimad Bhagavat Mahapuran Canto 1, Chapter 7
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The biography of sage Narada continued: Shrimad Bhagavat Mahapuran Canto 1, Chapter 6 from 2020-04-17T17:48:24
The biography of sage Narada continued: Shrimad Bhagavat Mahapuran Canto 1, Chapter 6
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The biography of sage Narada: Shrimad Bhagavat Mahapuran Canto 1, Chapter 5 from 2020-04-17T16:48:02
The biography of sage Narada: Shrimad Bhagavat Mahapuran Canto 1, Chapter 5
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The dissatisfaction of Vyasa: Shrimad Bhagavat Mahapuran Canto 1, Chapter 4 from 2020-04-17T16:16:05
The dissatisfaction of Vyasa: Shrimad Bhagavat Mahapuran Canto 1, Chapter 4
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Description of the Lord's incarnation: Shrimad Bhagavat Mahapuran Canto 1, Chapter 3 from 2020-04-16T13:40:22
Description of the Lord's incarnation: Shrimad Bhagavat Mahapuran Canto 1, Chapter 3
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The greatness of the Lord's tales and devotion: Shrimad Bhagavat Mahapuran Canto 1, Chapter 2 from 2020-04-15T14:04:39
The greatness of the Lord's tales and devotion: Shrimad Bhagavat Mahapuran Canto 1, Chapter 2
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Shaunaka and sages ask questions of Shukadeva Maharaj: Shrimad Bhagavat Mahapuran Canto 1, Chapter 1 from 2020-04-14T19:52:55
Shaunaka and sages ask questions of Shukadeva Maharaj: Shrimad Bhagavat Mahapuran Canto 1, Chapter 1
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