My father, Sudheer Balkrishna Mahajani, is an avid reader of Marathi and Sanskrit literature and a keen student of Hindu mythology and philosophy. Known among family and friends for his natural gift of storytelling, he brings timeless stories to life with warmth and insight. This podcast is a collection of stories many of us grew up listening to and continue to cherish. A pure passion project, the recordings are left largely unedited, preserving natural pauses and background sounds—just like…
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Namaskar. In this episode, Lord Krishna continues with Dhyāna Yoga , explaining the ideal way to practice meditation—covering the right environment, posture, and the art of focusing the mind. He emphasizes the importance of moderation in all aspects of life—whether in food, sleep, or physical activity—highlighting that true discipline lies not in extremes, but in balanced living. Krishna explains…
Namaskar. In this episode, Lord Krishna begins by explaining the practice of meditation , emphasizing that the intellect must remain in control of the senses , and not the other way around. True discipline, Krishna explains, comes from inner mastery rather than external restraint. We then enter Adhyay 6 – Dhyāna Yoga . Krishna clarifies that merely giving up action does not lead to liberation. The…
Namaskar. In this episode, we continue with Adhyay 5 . Lord Krishna explains that Karma is not performed merely for bodily sustenance, but for the purification of the soul (Ātmaśuddhi) . It is one’s nature and character that drive action. When a person binds themselves to the fruits of action—whether good or bad—they remain trapped in repeated cycles of birth. Freedom comes from complete…
Namaskar. In this episode, Lord Krishna continues to explain the various forms of Yajña , emphasizing the supreme importance of right and complete knowledge . He tells Arjuna that once true knowledge is attained, confusion and inner conflict dissolve— knowledge is the ultimate authority . Krishna explains that a person who has control over the senses , a sincere desire to gain knowledge , humility…
Namaskar. In this episode, Lord Krishna begins by explaining the true basis of Brahmin, Kshatriya, Vaishya, and Shudra —not as rigid or imposed classes, but as natural roles that align with one’s Karma and actions . These are not hierarchies or distinctions of worth; what matters is performing one’s rightful duty with sincerity and dedication. Krishna then clarifies the subtle yet important…
Namaskar. In this episode, Lord Krishna responds to Arjun’s question about what compels a person to sin and deviate from the path of salvation. Krishna explains that the root cause is either Kāma —desire or lust for anything—or Krodha —anger. Of the two, Kāma is the primary culprit, as unfulfilled desire inevitably gives rise to anger, which clouds judgment and destroys discernment. Krishna…
Namaskar. In this episode, we continue exploring the great Yajña of nature , where the Panchamahābhūta are constantly at play. Lord Krishna explains how each individual must discover their rightful place within the vast ecosystem of the universe . He strongly emphasizes the importance of prioritizing one’s duty over distractions and alternatives, introducing the concept of Lokasaṅgraha —the idea…
Namaskar. In this episode, we continue our exploration of Sthitaprajñata —the truly steady individual. Lord Krishna describes its essence through multiple characteristics and metaphors, helping reveal what inner balance and self-mastery truly mean. Having absorbed this, Arjun finds himself in a new dilemma. Should he pursue Buddhi Yoga and strive to become a Sthitaprajñata, or should he follow the…
Namaskar. In this episode, Lord Krishna introduces the concept of Sthitaprajñata —the state of inner steadiness often compared to Stoicism . He describes the nature of a truly steady individual, one who remains balanced amid pleasure and pain. Krishna explains the hierarchy of the human inner world —the senses, the mind, the intellect, and ultimately the soul—and how mastery over this order leads…
Namaskar. In this episode, Lord Krishna delves deeply into Karma Yoga , often regarded as the very crux of the Bhagavad Gita . We explore the crucial distinction between Karma Yoga and Karma Kanda , and understand why action rooted in duty is fundamentally different from action driven by reward. Krishna critiques the fruit-enticing, ritual-focused interpretations of the Vedas and redirects the…
