The Bearded Mystic Podcast (Rahul N Singh)
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| 06 Feb 2022 | Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita (Chapter 2: Verse 62 - Verse 65) | 00:25:02 | |
In this episode, The Bearded Mystic Podcast discusses the 2nd chapter of the Bhagavad Gita, specifically verses 62 - 65. Shri Krishna guides on what occurs when we get swayed by objects of the senses. Shri Krishna also guides us on how we can remain in balance by controlling the material senses. Translation used: The Bhagavad Gita Comes Alive: A Radical Translation by Jeffrey Armstrong Available here on Amazon I hope you enjoyed listening to the 17th episode of the Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita and if you are interested in listening to more episodes like this on further chapters and verses, or on Non-Duality, or you want to learn more about the wisdom of the Mystics please follow/subscribe to this Podcast. You can follow me and contact me on social media: | |||
| 13 Feb 2022 | Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita (Chapter 2: Verse 66 - Verse 69) | 00:22:23 | |
In this episode, The Bearded Mystic Podcast discusses the 2nd chapter of the Bhagavad Gita, specifically verses 66 - 69. Shri Krishna guides that the person who is not able to connect to the True Self, due to the lack of discernment of what they really are, will have a mind that is unsteady and there will be nothing but turbulence and not peace. Therefore, this person can never experience contentment as there is no peace within their mind. Our mind is uncontrollable if it runs after whatever the senses want. Therefore, we lose all knowledge of the Atman and Brahman, the Real and Unreal. We lose our focus on liberation. Shri Krishna describes how one with a steady mind can withdraw the senses away from objects and remain in that steady wisdom, where Brahman shines and illuminates all. By controlling our senses, understanding wisdom and knowing what our Real Nature is, which is Brahman, when this illumines the mind, we are truly awake even though we may look like we are sleeping to those that just chase after the objects in life, like cars, wealth, bigger houses. But really the Sage knows the real difference between who is awake and who is asleep. Translation used: The Bhagavad Gita Comes Alive: A Radical Translation by Jeffrey Armstrong Available here on Amazon I hope you enjoyed listening to the 18th episode of the Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita and if you are interested in listening to more episodes like this on further chapters and verses, or on Non-Duality, or you want to learn more about the wisdom of the Mystics please follow/subscribe to this Podcast. You can follow me and contact me on social media: | |||
| 20 Feb 2022 | Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita (Chapter 2: Verse 70 - Verse 72) | 00:16:03 | |
In this episode, The Bearded Mystic Podcast discusses the 2nd chapter of the Bhagavad Gita, specifically verses 70 - 72. Shri Krishna guides that person is full of peace, who is not overwhelmed by the material desires and can watch all these desires appear and disappear. The unrestrained ones run towards sense desires and the current of these desires are endless and limitless until one has the knowledge of Brahman, their true self. The Sage only functions to maintain the body and yet, has no attachment to the body and therefore, is always at peace. Whatever is received, is not considered as one’s own but just needed for a particular function. The Knower of Brahman remains Brahman now and forever. This wonderfully sums up exactly what Chapter 2 is all about. Translation used: The Bhagavad Gita Comes Alive: A Radical Translation by Jeffrey Armstrong Available here on Amazon I hope you enjoyed listening to the 19th episode of the Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita and if you are interested in listening to more episodes like this on further chapters and verses, or on Non-Duality, or you want to learn more about the wisdom of the Mystics please follow/subscribe to this Podcast. You can follow me and contact me on social media: | |||
| 27 Feb 2022 | Wisdom of the Mystics: Ramana Maharshi | 00:34:35 | |
In this episode, The Bearded Mystic Podcast discusses the wisdom of a particular wisdom named Sri Ramana Maharshi. His simple yet direct teachings have inspired myself and many on the path of self-enquiry to discover who am I! For 'Who am I?' is the most fundamental question of existence and Sri Ramana gives us the answers that will help in our search. I hope you enjoyed listening to the Wisdom of the Mystics series and if you are interested in listening to more episodes about Non-Duality and a deep-dive into the Bhagavad Gita , please follow/subscribe to this Podcast. You can follow me and contact me on social media: | |||
| 02 Mar 2022 | Guided Meditation: Your Awareness is Beyond Your Senses | 00:31:16 | |
In this guided meditation, we are taken to the Awareness that is behind all the contents of our experience. First, the senses are explored and eventually transcended, where we rest in that Formless Awareness. You can follow me and contact me on social media: | |||
| 06 Mar 2022 | Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita (Chapter 3: Verse 1 - Verse 5) | 00:19:22 | |
In this episode, The Bearded Mystic Podcast discusses the 3rd chapter of the Bhagavad Gita, specifically verses 1 - 5. Arjuna begins with wanting to establish what the best process is going to be for him. Is it the path of knowledge or the path of action? Arjuna’s confusion needs to be eliminated and Arjuna wants to know what path of Yoga will help him. Shri Krishna then responds and guides us that there are two paths that have always been in existence. One is of Wisdom and Knowledge for those inclined towards analytical thinking and second is the path of karma where some are inclined towards action. Both can get someone to self-realization in various degrees. Sri Krishna is ensuring that Arjuna’s doubts can be answered, so he tells him the importance of not running away from action and that moksha is not attained by just taking sannyas and entering into a monastery. No matter what you are, who you are, we are all subject to perform actions because we are manifested in this world. Whatever actions we do, we will receive the reaction or response to it. Translation used: The Bhagavad Gita Comes Alive: A Radical Translation by Jeffrey Armstrong Available here on Amazon I hope you enjoyed listening to the 20th episode of the Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita and if you are interested in listening to more episodes like this on further chapters and verses, or on Non-Duality, or you want to learn more about the wisdom of the Mystics please follow/subscribe to this Podcast. You can follow me and contact me on social media: | |||
| 13 Mar 2022 | Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita (Chapter 3: Verse 6 - Verse 9) | 00:47:55 | |
In this episode, The Bearded Mystic Podcast discusses the 3rd chapter of the Bhagavad Gita, specifically verses 6 - 9. Krishna’s attempt in this verse is getting us ready to understand the important of restrain even as a householder. If we are still remembering past pleasures, we automatically will go for future experiences. Krishna guides that to control the senses, one needs to not have any attachment and must learn to observe and discern with the knowledge of Brahman. That person is a great karma yogi. Be honest with your life and act accordingly. Do your duties, look after your family. Earn a livelihood with honesty and integrity. Nobody can live a life without action. Sri Krishna would like us to offer every action to the Supreme. To Brahman. Translation used: The Bhagavad Gita Comes Alive: A Radical Translation by Jeffrey Armstrong Available here on Amazon I hope you enjoyed listening to the 21st episode of the Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita and if you are interested in listening to more episodes like this on further chapters and verses, or on Non-Duality, or you want to learn more about the wisdom of the Mystics please follow/subscribe to this Podcast. You can follow me and contact me on social media: | |||
| 09 Mar 2022 | Guided Meditation: Bliss has no beginning and bliss has no end! | 00:32:18 | |
In this guided meditation, bliss is the exploration. Bliss is uncovered as our shared being, our natural Self, our true being as Pure Consciousness, as Brahman. You can follow me and contact me on social media: | |||
| 20 Mar 2022 | Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita (Chapter 3: Verse 10 - Verse 13) | 00:36:22 | |
In this episode, The Bearded Mystic Podcast discusses the 3rd chapter of the Bhagavad Gita, specifically verses 10 - 13. Krishna guides us on from the beginning of time, humans have been guided on how to live with nature, to respect nature and we must continuously give back to nature. We are to respect its laws and then we get aplenty back. We have to look after nature, give to nature as you take from nature and there can be universal harmony. This is only if we show our appreciate and show our gratitude. It is not enough to thank just God. We must thank everything that sustains us, even if in the end it is just a projection. If we care for each other, for every living being on the planet, then this Earth can be a paradise and a heaven for every one. We cannot leave any one person out here. Shri Krishna is warning us to not be like this. We must offer back to the universe, to the earth, to living beings with an open heart. Then the universe can give back. But if we just take and not give back, then what can the universe offer back to you. Eventually, it will exhaust itself and what greatness is in your accumulation. Shri Krishna says you are a thief. Don't be selfish, be selfless in all that you do and attain. Give everything and do everything as an offering to others. You will get positive results. It is very simple. But if we have an iota, a speck of selfishness then nothing can stop the negative reactions from any action that we do. Translation used: The Bhagavad Gita Comes Alive: A Radical Translation by Jeffrey Armstrong Available here on Amazon I hope you enjoyed listening to the 22nd episode of the Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita and if you are interested in listening to more episodes like this on further chapters and verses, or on Non-Duality, or you want to learn more about the wisdom of the Mystics please follow/subscribe to this Podcast. You can follow me and contact me on social media: | |||
| 24 Mar 2022 | Guided Meditation: If You Think You Are Free, Then You Are Free! | 00:31:33 | |
In this guided meditation, we explore Chapter 1, Verse 11 of the Ashtavakra Gita and we come to the realization that we are already free, we are already liberated. You can follow me and contact me on social media: | |||
| 27 Mar 2022 | Wisdom of the Mystics: Jiddu Krishnamurti | 00:36:44 | |
In this episode, The Bearded Mystic Podcast discusses the wisdom of one of the greatest mystics and thinkers of the 20th century, Jiddu Krishnamurti, or lovingly known as JK. His teachings of choiceless awareness, giving absolute attention to reality has been instrumental in my own spiritual journey. I hope you enjoyed listening to the Wisdom of the Mystics series and if you are interested in listening to more episodes about Non-Duality and a deep-dive into the Bhagavad Gita , please follow/subscribe to this Podcast. You can follow me and contact me on social media: | |||
| 03 Apr 2022 | Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita (Chapter 3: Verse 14 - Verse 16) | 00:26:22 | |
In this episode, The Bearded Mystic Podcast discusses the 3rd chapter of the Bhagavad Gita, specifically verses 14 - 16. Shri Krishna guides us to understand how we are all interconnected on this planet. Therefore, be grateful for all that brings you to be alive and ensure that we share our resources with the wellbeing of all in mind. Understanding that Brahman is the underlying reality of everything that is manifested, we must perform these sacred offerings knowing that all is divine, all is Pure Consciousness. Shri Krishna gives a stark warning that society will be consumed by going against the balance of nature and will only destroy its ownself and the world along with it. Translation used: The Bhagavad Gita Comes Alive: A Radical Translation by Jeffrey Armstrong Available here on Amazon I hope you enjoyed listening to the 23rd episode of the Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita and if you are interested in listening to more episodes like this on further chapters and verses, or on Non-Duality, or you want to learn more about the wisdom of the Mystics please follow/subscribe to this Podcast. You can follow me and contact me on social media: | |||
| 07 Apr 2022 | Guided Meditation: Allow Grace To Be Your Center Always | 00:29:25 | |
In this guided meditation, we explore through the sensations of the body and utilizing the thoughts of the mind, we watch them and rest as the Witness, which is Pure Awareness. By centering in that Pure Awareness, we find Grace is what keeps it there. You can follow me and contact me on social media: | |||
| 10 Apr 2022 | Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita (Chapter 3: Verse 17 - Verse 21) | 00:33:02 | |
In this episode, The Bearded Mystic Podcast discusses the 3rd chapter of the Bhagavad Gita, specifically verses 17 - 21. Shri Krishna guides us that the Sage that has fully realized themselves, that are firmly established in Brahman are always in divine joy, pleasure. They are completely enlightened within and are totally established in contentment. They are no longer compelled to complete material actions but their every action is done as an act to bring others to the Divine. Happiness is only found from within when we are established in Brahman. No action can lead us to this, no achievement can lead to this. Shri Krishna tells us to do what seems impossible and that is to perform actions without attachment to the outcome. The more we practice this and perform every action as a sacred offering to Brahman, we realize that the most supreme and ultimate abode is within us and around us, this Non-dual Brahman. All of us that live in the world have the capacity to attain the realization established in karma yoga, we can be enlightened and live our normal lives established in Brahman and perform actions for the well-being of all. We are inspired by the great karma yogis and we follow their example. At first, we may imitate them but eventually we realize that those very virtues are inherent already within us. Translation used: The Bhagavad Gita Comes Alive: A Radical Translation by Jeffrey Armstrong Available here on Amazon I hope you enjoyed listening to the 24th episode of the Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita and if you are interested in listening to more episodes like this on further chapters and verses, or on Non-Duality, or you want to learn more about the wisdom of the Mystics please follow/subscribe to this Podcast. You can follow me and contact me on social media: | |||
| 13 Apr 2022 | Guided Meditation: Seeing Oneness In Everything | 00:29:52 | |
In this guided meditation, we go direct into awareness and we experience the Oneness in all! You can follow me and contact me on social media: | |||
| 17 Apr 2022 | Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita (Chapter 3: Verse 22 - Verse 26) | 00:28:03 | |
In this episode, The Bearded Mystic Podcast discusses the 3rd chapter of the Bhagavad Gita, specifically verses 22 - 26. Sri Krishna guides Arjuna that despite the fact he has no compulsion to act and there is nothing for him to attain, yet he still acts in the world. We all must follow the example of Sri Krishna - we must act in the world, with detachment, knowing full well that we are the Supreme Being - Brahman, Pure Awareness. If Krishna refused to act, then human beings would do this and it would bring great harm to the balance of this Earth, to the devas. Shri Krishna is giving us an insight into the future if we do not act as enlightened beings. If we act according to our suffering, then we will cause a great extinction on this planet. Shri Krishna wants Arjuna and all of us to understand that we are karma yogis who are not to be attached to any self-serving outcome. And say if we do have to act for own benefit, then we must also keep in consideration the greater well-being of all beings in this universe We do not tell others what to do, but we show others how to perform actions with unselfishness through our own personal example. This is the best way to show someone enlightened living! Translation used: The Bhagavad Gita Comes Alive: A Radical Translation by Jeffrey Armstrong Available here on Amazon I hope you enjoyed listening to the 25th episode of the Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita and if you are interested in listening to more episodes like this on further chapters and verses, or on Non-Duality, or you want to learn more about the wisdom of the Mystics please follow/subscribe to this Podcast. You can follow me and contact me on social media: | |||
| 24 Apr 2022 | Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita (Chapter 3: Verse 27 - Verse 29) | 00:28:43 | |
In this episode, The Bearded Mystic Podcast discusses the 3rd chapter of the Bhagavad Gita, specifically verses 27 - 29. Sri Krishna guides Arjuna that nature has a hold over us, the three gunas have an impact and therefore, we get confused that we are the body. The more we understand that we are the Atman through a humble inquiry, we understand that we transcend the ego respectfully and rest in the Atman. With the understanding that we are the atman, the gunas of the senses will not lead the seeker away, they understand the compulsions for more material satisfaction but will remain detached. Sri Krishna wants us to understand that we should not disturb those who are deluded by the forces of nature, the gunas as their intellect is not sharpened by discernment. Translation used: The Bhagavad Gita Comes Alive: A Radical Translation by Jeffrey Armstrong Available here on Amazon I hope you enjoyed listening to the 26th episode of the Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita and if you are interested in listening to more episodes like this on further chapters and verses, or on Non-Duality, or you want to learn more about the wisdom of the Mystics please follow/subscribe to this Podcast. You can follow me and contact me on social media: | |||
| 01 May 2022 | Wisdom of the Mystics: Guru Nanak Dev Ji | 00:19:30 | |
In this episode, The Bearded Mystic Podcast discusses the wisdom of one of the greatest gurus of all time, Guru Nanak Dev ji. Born in the mid 1400s, he expressed so many beautiful ideas that became the foundation of Sikhism. His teachings were based on this Formless Oneness, He beautifully expressed the deep philosophy of the Upanishads through the Japji Sahib. This is only one episode but I think one day, we will have to revisit His teachings. Let me know if you would like to on www.thebeardedmysticpodcast.com I hope you enjoyed listening to the Wisdom of the Mystics series and if you are interested in listening to more episodes about Non-Duality and a deep-dive into the Bhagavad Gita , please follow/subscribe to this Podcast. You can follow me and contact me on social media: | |||
| 08 May 2022 | Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita (Chapter 3: Verse 30 - Verse 35) | 00:32:30 | |
In this episode, The Bearded Mystic Podcast discusses the 3rd chapter of the Bhagavad Gita, specifically verses 30 - 35. Sri Krishna guides Arjuna that dedicate and perform all actions as an offering to Brahman - that Pure Awareness. Have no selfishness at all and with the confusion gone, Arjuna should follow his individual nature and fight this war. If we stick to the message of Karma Yoga, we dedicate all actions to Brahman, then we will be able to have the strong conviction that will contain no resentment about the supreme influence of this practice - which is liberation. These individuals will face no negative karmic reactions. Sri Krishna warns us of the people that don't practice the Gyana that he has given of Karma Yoga and the results of this is pure confusion. Sri Krishna tells us about how knowledge cannot change the tendencies we have gained from previous lives, they are now our nature. Sri Krishna wants us to follow our own inherent nature and that it is better to die than become the copy of someone else. Translation used: The Bhagavad Gita Comes Alive: A Radical Translation by Jeffrey Armstrong Available here on Amazon I hope you enjoyed listening to the 27th episode of the Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita and if you are interested in listening to more episodes like this on further chapters and verses, or on Non-Duality, or you want to learn more about the wisdom of the Mystics please follow/subscribe to this Podcast. You can follow me and contact me on social media: | |||
| 15 May 2022 | Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita (Chapter 3: Verse 36 - Verse 39) | 00:22:48 | |
In this episode, The Bearded Mystic Podcast discusses the 3rd chapter of the Bhagavad Gita, specifically verses 36 - 39. Arjuna asks this question that we all feel, that we may have felt before we started on this spiritual path about what force makes us go astray. Paap is powered by a force that starts with an unfulfilled desire that transforms into anger and then is fueled by raja guna -which is when the mind becomes hazy with overthinking and this consumes us and becomes that destructive force. Sri Krishna gives examples to highlight how anger and unfulfilled desires distorts our discerning faculty of our senses, therefore we never see a situation clearly. Sri Krishna gives us a great analysis on why material desires can catch our attention and take us away from the spiritual path. It creates unbalance, which is not great for the truth seeker. Even the wisest suffer. Translation used: The Bhagavad Gita Comes Alive: A Radical Translation by Jeffrey Armstrong Available here on Amazon If you would like to dwell deeper in the Bhagavad Gita, I recommend Swami Gambhirananda's translation with Adi Shankara ji's commentary: Available here on Amazon I hope you enjoyed listening to the 28th episode of the Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita and if you are interested in listening to more episodes like this on further chapters and verses, or on Non-Duality, or you want to learn more about the wisdom of the Mystics please follow/subscribe to this Podcast. Please rate and write a review for this Podcast on https://www.thebeardedmysticpodcast.com/reviews/new/ it will be greatly appreciated. New episodes will be available every Sunday. If you would like to attend a free weekly meditation with me, join my Whatsapp group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/DcdnuDMeRnW53E0seVp28b Subscribe to the free monthly The Bearded Mystic Newsletter: http://thebeardedmysticpodcast.substack.com Subscribe to The Bearded Mystic Podcast Community https://www.patreon.com/thebeardedmysticpodcast You can find links to Live Streams, Podcast, Videos etc: https://linktr.ee/thebeardedmysticpodcast You can follow me and contact me on social media: TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMdk3HPJh/ Discord: https://discord.gg/nptDWG7r5J Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebeardedmysticpodcast/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheBeardedMysticPodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/bearded_mystic Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The-Bearded-Mystic-Podcast | |||
| 22 May 2022 | Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita (Chapter 3: Verse 40 - Verse 43) | 00:22:38 | |
In this episode, The Bearded Mystic Podcast discusses the 3rd chapter of the Bhagavad Gita, specifically verses 40 - 43. Sri Krishna tells us what happens when those distorted desires hides within our senses, mind and intellect, therefore it ruins our relationship and connection with others, we fail to see our true self and we do actions that only cause harm and destruction. By following the niyamas, we will be able to control our bodily senses, therefore remove any desires that may affect our spiritual liberation. Sri Krishna tells us the ultimate process of what is superior and this is something we must adhere to in order to be successful. Sri Krishna guides us that we must let the mind be conquered by the real King of the self - which is Brahman/Pure Awareness. Translation used: The Bhagavad Gita Comes Alive: A Radical Translation by Jeffrey Armstrong Available here on Amazon I hope you enjoyed listening to the 29th episode of the Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita and if you are interested in listening to more episodes like this on further chapters and verses, or on Non-Duality, or you want to learn more about the wisdom of the Mystics please follow/subscribe to this Podcast. You can follow me and contact me on social media: | |||
| 29 May 2022 | Wisdom of the Mystics: Guru Kabir Ji | 00:39:45 | |
In this episode, The Bearded Mystic Podcast discusses the wisdom of one of my favorite poets Guru Kabir Ji. His teachings were based on the realization of the One, by going beyond religious divide and he was honest and straightforward with his views on the religious ideas and practices of his time. I hope you enjoyed listening to the Wisdom of the Mystics series and if you are interested in listening to more episodes about Non-Duality and a deep-dive into the Bhagavad Gita , please follow/subscribe to this Podcast. You can follow me and contact me on social media: | |||
| 05 Jun 2022 | Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita (Chapter 4: Verse 1 - Verse 8) | 00:37:38 | |
In this episode, The Bearded Mystic Podcast discusses the 4th chapter of the Bhagavad Gita, specifically verses 1 - 8. Sri Krishna establishes the ancient aspect of his wisdom and explains how the teaching is passed down and then how it gets lost, it loses its value. Society transforms and changes. Sri Krishna explains that this highest teaching is shared and beautifully understood through a deep friendship. Arjuna’s question of how Krishna gave this knowledge to the Deva of the Sun millions of years ago is logical and asks this before anyone can doubt it. Sri Krishna explains that both himself and arjuna have had many incarnations on this planet but as Sri Krishna identifies himself with the Supreme Being, he remembers it all but Arjuna who is only attached to his body, has forgotten. Sri Krishna explains that he is eternal and can appear within matter at will as he is Immortal Self. Sri Krishna expresses why he appears as an avatar and this is due to the lack of righteousness on the planet. Translation used: The Bhagavad Gita Comes Alive: A Radical Translation by Jeffrey Armstrong Available here on Amazon I hope you enjoyed listening to the 30th episode of the Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita and if you are interested in listening to more episodes like this on further chapters and verses, or on Non-Duality, or you want to learn more about the wisdom of the Mystics please follow/subscribe to this Podcast. You can follow me and contact me on social media: | |||
| 03 Jun 2022 | Guided Meditation for Advanced Practitioners: The Body and Mind are Guests in Awareness | 00:29:02 | |
This guided meditation presupposes that we can get to the direct path to Awareness and that we are seasoned meditators. However, to help a seeker, a short introduction is given before the meditation begins. You can follow me and contact me on social media: | |||
| 12 Jun 2022 | Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita (Chapter 4: Verse 9 - Verse 12) | 00:27:08 | |
In this episode, The Bearded Mystic Podcast discusses the 4th chapter of the Bhagavad Gita, specifically verses 9 - 12. Sri Krishna instructs us that we must accept Krishna’s divine birth and understand the purpose. If we do then we attain Him, as the Supreme atma when we die and not be in the cycle of birth and death. Sri Krishna explains that those that get over desires, fear and anger, who focus on the Supreme, are completely purified through knowledge and simple living, they attain the same Brahman, which is Krishna’s own divine nature. Whatever approach we take with Sri Krishna, he reciprocates this. The importance of this verse is to highlight that even if people do now want to have liberation, there is still something they can attain. But it will not be Krishna’s Supreme Reality, which is Brahman. But it will be fulfilled in this transactional reality, in this world. Translation used: The Bhagavad Gita Comes Alive: A Radical Translation by Jeffrey Armstrong Available here on Amazon I hope you enjoyed listening to the 31st episode of the Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita and if you are interested in listening to more episodes like this on further chapters and verses, or on Non-Duality, or you want to learn more about the wisdom of the Mystics please follow/subscribe to this Podcast. You can follow me and contact me on social media: | |||
| 16 Jun 2022 | (Preview) Episode 1 - Conversations with The Bearded Mystic and Lyam (Yamsox) | 00:23:05 | |
Lyam or as he is better known as Yamsox is a mathematical and non-dual mystic. In this conversation, I learn a lot from Lyam. We talk about what is infinity to the death of the ego to Adam and Eve! and so much more. | |||
| 18 Jun 2022 | I want to say Thank You! | 00:09:44 | |
Hello everyone! It's been one year since the podcast had it's first episode! I just want to say thank you! You can follow me and contact me on social media: | |||
| 19 Jun 2022 | Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita (Chapter 4: Verse 13 - Verse 18) | 00:24:57 | |
In this episode, The Bearded Mystic Podcast discusses the 4th chapter of the Bhagavad Gita, specifically verses 13 - 18. Sri Krishna gives details about the varna system, and why it was created. However, Krishna has left this to humans with the details. There is no need for the caste system today, it has very little purpose. Sri Krishna explains how to transcend the rules of karma and that is by not being attached to the results of the actions we do. We are instructed by Sri Krishna to follow the path of the ancient rishis who wanted moksha and follow this path of Karma Yoga - transcend the results of our actions. This is where the Bhagavad Gita will evolve the definition of what is karma and akarma. We must know the subtle differences with action despite how difficult it is to understand. Sri Krishna explains how a perfected yogi can tell the subtleties of material cause and effect between inaction in action, and action in inaction. Translation used: The Bhagavad Gita Comes Alive: A Radical Translation by Jeffrey Armstrong Available here on Amazon I hope you enjoyed listening to the 32nd episode of the Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita and if you are interested in listening to more episodes like this on further chapters and verses, or on Non-Duality, or you want to learn more about the wisdom of the Mystics please follow/subscribe to this Podcast. You can follow me and contact me on social media: | |||
| 26 Jun 2022 | Wisdom of the Mystics: Rumi | 00:35:18 | |
In this episode, The Bearded Mystic Podcast discusses the wisdom of one of my favorite poets Rumi. He was a 13th-century Persian poet, that has transcended geography, time, and ethnic divisions. He is known as the most popular poet because he often has quotes attributed to him that are shared on every social media platform! You can follow me and contact me on social media: | |||
| 03 Jul 2022 | Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita (Chapter 4: Verse 19 - Verse 23) | 00:31:22 | |
In this episode, The Bearded Mystic Podcast discusses the 4th chapter of the Bhagavad Gita, specifically verses 19 - 23. Sri Krishna makes a beautiful comment about the non-doership of a person and how their intellect is always turned towards Brahman. Once this is done, all consequences or reactions to their actions are burned away by the knowledge of the Atman. The real karma yogi appears to be acting but because they are completely satisfied, they in fact do nothing because they don't care about the reactions to their actions. The goal is to see ourselves as the formless awareness and then we have no karmic reactions created, we act without feeling anxious as we are transparent in knowing this reality of life. We have no desires and don't grab for any results. The Sage is always balanced in their own inherent peace. They see the Atman in one and all, therefore, they can easily be free from the outcome of any action. Understanding the oneness of All, by performing every action as a sacred offering to the Divine, they know what they are - this Formless Awareness. Translation used: The Bhagavad Gita Comes Alive: A Radical Translation by Jeffrey Armstrong Available here on Amazon I hope you enjoyed listening to the 33rd episode of the Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita and if you are interested in listening to more episodes like this on further chapters and verses, or on Non-Duality, or you want to learn more about the wisdom of the Mystics please follow/subscribe to this Podcast. You can follow me and contact me on social media: | |||
| 10 Jul 2022 | Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita (Chapter 4: Verse 24 - Verse 29) | 00:26:23 | |
In this episode, The Bearded Mystic Podcast discusses the 4th chapter of the Bhagavad Gita, specifically verses 24 - 29. Sri Krishna instructs us to be completely one in Brahman and to offer all actions to Brahman. Sri Krishna highlights two differences between spiritual aspirants - some do it to please the devas, some offer their mind to the Ultimate Reality. Sri Krishna gives us two options on how to deal with the senses. One is to eliminate any information perceived from the senses before they reach the mind. The other is to let the senses give the information to the mind and the mind burns its effects by offering everything to Brahman. Both paths lead to the purification of the mind. Through thorough negation, we can reach Brahman. Some give up different things, take up certain practices, become monks, some offer their life breath as a sacred offering to Brahman. Translation used: The Bhagavad Gita Comes Alive: A Radical Translation by Jeffrey Armstrong Available here on Amazon I hope you enjoyed listening to the 34th episode of the Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita and if you are interested in listening to more episodes like this on further chapters and verses, or on Non-Duality, or you want to learn more about the wisdom of the Mystics please follow/subscribe to this Podcast. You can follow me and contact me on social media: | |||
| 17 Jul 2022 | Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita (Chapter 4: Verse 30 - Verse 33) | 00:31:46 | |
In this episode, The Bearded Mystic Podcast discusses the 4th chapter of the Bhagavad Gita, specifically verses 30 - 33. Sri Krishna instructs us to dedicate everything to Brahman, as a sacred offering as this will keep the mind focussed on worship and this naturally creates selfless acts, and no reactions from karma will have its effect upon you. Sri Krishna explains to only consume that which you have offered to the devas, thinking of Brahman. Without this, material success at the very least is not even achieved. Yajna is essential. Sri Krishna explains everything is Brahman and is offered to It. To get freedom is to understand yajna and then practice it. For everything is the Lord’s, to the Lord it returns. Sri Krishna guides Arjuna that this Gyana of Brahman is worth far more than anything material. Giving yourself to the Divine is the most important and supreme offering. Translation used: The Bhagavad Gita Comes Alive: A Radical Translation by Jeffrey Armstrong Available here on Amazon I hope you enjoyed listening to the 35th episode of the Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita and if you are interested in listening to more episodes like this on further chapters and verses, or on Non-Duality, or you want to learn more about the wisdom of the Mystics please follow/subscribe to this Podcast. You can follow me and contact me on social media: | |||
| 24 Jul 2022 | Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita (Chapter 4: Verse 34 - Verse 38) | 00:30:31 | |
In this episode, The Bearded Mystic Podcast discusses the 4th chapter of the Bhagavad Gita, specifically verses 34 - 38. Sri Krishna guides Arjuna to give utmost respect to the sages and rishis who know Brahman. Arjuna must serve them, ask sincere questions, share this wisdom with all, so that this Gyana can be taught to him. What others can't see, these rishis and gurus can see. Arjuna can never be deluded or confused again. He will see that all beings, himself and Krishna are all one - this Supreme Brahman. It doesn't matter what you think of yourself, how your past was, or how you are now, this wisdom will always carry you to the safety of your True Self. Sri Krishna explains how the Gyana burns away all our karma! Immerse yourself deeper into the Atman - unite every action in remembrance of Brahman, give every thought and action as a sacred offering to the devas and be fulfilled. Translation used: The Bhagavad Gita Comes Alive: A Radical Translation by Jeffrey Armstrong Available here on Amazon I hope you enjoyed listening to the 36th episode of the Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita and if you are interested in listening to more episodes like this on further chapters and verses, or on Non-Duality, or you want to learn more about the wisdom of the Mystics please follow/subscribe to this Podcast. You can follow me and contact me on social media: | |||
| 31 Jul 2022 | Wisdom of the Mystics: Meister Eckhart | 00:34:22 | |
In this episode, The Bearded Mystic Podcast discusses the wisdom of the Christian Mystic Meister Eckhart. He had a distinguished career became a Parisian Professor of Theology and took a leading pastoral and organizational role in the Dominican Order. In the language of the Christian tradition, Eckhart expounds the eternal mysteries in a style that is fresh and original in the best sense. Through the vividness of his use of imagery, Eckhart paradoxically directs us to that which lies beyond the image - going beyond the name and form of both Christ and God. The depth and universality of Eckhart's teaching have drawn seekers of truth to the radical notion of oneness. His radical and penetrating insight makes him an interesting mystic to learn from. In this episode, I go through the mystical sayings of Meister Eckhart that mainly focus on what religion is and the oneness of Truth, beyond traditions and institutions. You can follow me and contact me on social media: | |||
| 07 Aug 2022 | Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita (Chapter 4: Verse 39 - Verse 42) | 00:31:31 | |
In this episode, The Bearded Mystic Podcast discusses the 4th chapter of the Bhagavad Gita, specifically verses 39 - 42. Sri Krishna guides us on the importance of having shraddha and giving our complete focus on this Gyan and that is how we balance ourselves in this most Supreme Brahman - the Ultimate Self. To be in contentment in this life and the next, we need to go beyond the superficial purpose of living and enter a deeper understanding that pervades all of existence. See yourself as the Atman - this Brahman and watch every action of yours be based on humanity and they are ethical. This chapter is brought to a beautiful end as Sri Krishna gives us the lesson we need to understand and the natural result of its practice. We are nothing but the True Self - this Atman. Translation used: The Bhagavad Gita Comes Alive: A Radical Translation by Jeffrey Armstrong Available here on Amazon I hope you enjoyed listening to the 37th episode of the Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita and if you are interested in listening to more episodes like this on further chapters and verses, or on Non-Duality, or you want to learn more about the wisdom of the Mystics please follow/subscribe to this Podcast. You can follow me and contact me on social media: | |||
| 14 Aug 2022 | Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita (Chapter 5: Verse 1 - Verse 6) | 00:32:30 | |
In this episode, The Bearded Mystic Podcast discusses the 5th chapter of the Bhagavad Gita, specifically verses 1 - 6. Arjuna asks a question that every seeker wants to know - is it better to renounce the world or should I live a normal life and be spiritual? What is easier and will both paths lead to the same destination? Sri Krishna responded by expressing that both Karma Yoga and Gyana Yoga lead to the Highest attainment which is mukti but of both paths - it is karma yoga that is easier. Understand that the Atma does not have the fruits like pain and pleasure of any action, this then brings freedom. Don’t naively claim one path will reach self-knowledge and the other will not. This is foolish thinking. Be smart and understand both paths reach the same outcome - Self-Realization. Sri Krishna explains how the path of action is what prepares the mind for Knowledge of Brahman and then this will lead to freedom. For the beginner on this journey, they should perform selfless actions, giving up all outcomes and then they will attain the Highest - which is this Gyana. How quickly we get there depends on how quickly and diligently we practice. Translation used: The Bhagavad Gita Comes Alive: A Radical Translation by Jeffrey Armstrong Available here on Amazon I hope you enjoyed listening to the 38th episode of the Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita and if you are interested in listening to more episodes like this on further chapters and verses, or on Non-Duality, or you want to learn more about the wisdom of the Mystics please follow/subscribe to this Podcast. You can follow me and contact me on social media: | |||
| 21 Aug 2022 | Guided Meditation: The Bearded Mystic Meditation (Version 1) | 00:22:45 | |
This guided meditation, the first of its kind, has become the central practice during our weekly Saturday meditation sessions. We explore Sat Chit Ananda and we go from a state of duality into non-duality. This is a 6 step process that you can follow. An ebook will be published this year about this process and the reasoning behind it. You can follow me and contact me on social media: | |||
| 28 Aug 2022 | Wisdom of the Mystics: Lao Tzu | 00:25:40 | |
In this episode, The Bearded Mystic Podcast discusses the wisdom of the Chinese Sage Lao Tzu. I go through the first two verses of the Tao Te Ching that are attributed to Lao Tzu. The name by which he is known is not a personal name but an honorific title meaning 'Old Man' or 'Old Master' and the debate continues as to whether an individual by that name ever existed or whether Lao Tzu is an amalgam of many different philosophers.
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| 04 Sep 2022 | Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita (Chapter 5: Verse 7 - Verse 10) | 00:21:59 | |
In this episode, The Bearded Mystic Podcast discusses the 5th chapter of the Bhagavad Gita, specifically verses 7 - 10. Sri Krishna describes how this karma yogi sets the best example of how to be in the world and not of the world. They have completely identified as the Formless Awareness - therefore going beyond their past and their future. Sri Krishna explains how the person established in this Formless Oneness, even though it appears that the senses are performing all actions sees inaction in action. All one needs to remember is that they are the observer and that no action belongs to the name and form. Sri Krishna declares that the yogi remains untouched by the outcomes of every action in the present and future as they offer it to all to Brahman - this Formless Awareness. Just like water does not cling to the Lotus-leaf, when the Lotus is taken out of the water. Translation used: The Bhagavad Gita Comes Alive: A Radical Translation by Jeffrey Armstrong Available here on Amazon I hope you enjoyed listening to the 39th episode of the Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita and if you are interested in listening to more episodes like this on further chapters and verses, or on Non-Duality, or you want to learn more about the wisdom of the Mystics please follow/subscribe to this Podcast. You can follow me and contact me on social media: | |||
| 11 Sep 2022 | Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita (Chapter 5: Verse 11 - Verse 14) | 00:24:18 | |
In this episode, The Bearded Mystic Podcast discusses the 5th chapter of the Bhagavad Gita, specifically verses 11 - 14. Sri Krishna describes how this karma yogi sets the best example of how to be in the world and not of the world. They have completely identified as Formless Awareness, going beyond their past and future. Sri Krishna explains how the person established in this Formless Oneness, even though it appears that the senses are performing all actions sees inaction in action. Sri Krishna is reminding us that we are this Atman that is the witness consciousness within and that we can use the mind to control the mind and remind the mind itself to be free, unattached to the results of all actions. The atman is the non-doer; no god drives us to act nor controls the final outcome of any action. It is nature that takes care of all our actions and their outcomes. Translation used: The Bhagavad Gita Comes Alive: A Radical Translation by Jeffrey Armstrong Available here on Amazon I hope you enjoyed listening to the 40th episode of the Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita and if you are interested in listening to more episodes like this on further chapters and verses, or on Non-Duality, or you want to learn more about the wisdom of the Mystics please follow/subscribe to this Podcast. You can follow me and contact me on social media: | |||
| 18 Sep 2022 | Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita (Chapter 5: Verse 15 - Verse 19) | 00:30:24 | |
In this episode, The Bearded Mystic Podcast discusses the 5th chapter of the Bhagavad Gita, specifically verses 15 - 19. Sri Krishna explains how this all-pervading Paramatma neither drives human actions nor does it receive the positive or negative effects resulting from the choices made by deluded and unconscious beings. Sri Krishna explains how the Gyana shows us our true reality and makes it self-evident to us. Sri Krishna reminds us how the straight path towards freedom is to be absorbed in the reality of Brahman. When one sees and understands that there is only this Reality - they see no difference in plants, animal, or human beings. Once we establish our mind fully into this Brahman - we become flawless and impartial too. This ends the process of reincarnation because there is only this ONE Formless Awareness. Translation used: The Bhagavad Gita Comes Alive: A Radical Translation by Jeffrey Armstrong Available here on Amazon I hope you enjoyed listening to the 41st episode of the Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita and if you are interested in listening to more episodes like this on further chapters and verses, or on Non-Duality, or you want to learn more about the wisdom of the Mystics please follow/subscribe to this Podcast. You can follow me and contact me on social media: | |||
| 25 Sep 2022 | Wisdom of the Mystics: Shree Anandmayi Maa | 00:38:00 | |
In this episode, The Bearded Mystic Podcast discusses the wisdom of the great mystic Shree Anandmayi Maa, who gave a beautiful synthesis between devotion and wisdom, bhakti and gyana! Anandmayi means joy-permeated and her teachings truly reflect this. I hope you enjoyed listening to the Wisdom of the Mystics series and if you are interested in listening to more episodes about Non-Duality and a deep dive into the Bhagavad Gita, please follow/subscribe to this Podcast. You can follow me and contact me on social media: | |||
| 28 Sep 2022 | Episode 2 - Conversations with The Bearded Mystic and Akhil (SammyVada) | 00:18:50 | |
Akhil, also known as SammyVada is a popular Hindu TikTok creator who has been brought up in the rich tradition of Advaita Vedanta. SammyVada has a vision for Hinduism and most of all, strengthening the community and building up this giant network. We also chat about whether liberation is something we can attain and so much more. You can follow me and contact me on social media: | |||
| 02 Oct 2022 | Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita (Chapter 5: Verse 20 - Verse 24) | 00:31:55 | |
In this episode, The Bearded Mystic Podcast discusses the 5th chapter of the Bhagavad Gita, specifically verses 20 - 24. Sri Krishna explains how the person that is established in the knowledge of Brahman becomes the same in quality as Brahman too. They are one and the same - therefore they never get over-excited or overly disappointed. Sri Krishna explains how eternal happiness is found in getting the mind united with Brahman. Arjuna is reminded that material pleasures have a finite existence and therefore, he must always discern so he doesn't get trapped in the cycle of seeking pleasure. Sri Krishna is telling us that we can achieve a steady state of happiness in this life itself and it can be practically done if we look into the causes of our desires and anger. Ecstasy and self-illumination become the way of the Sage. They are full of joy, brimming to the top with happiness. They understand they are one and the same in essence as Brahman, this Pure Awareness. Translation used: The Bhagavad Gita Comes Alive: A Radical Translation by Jeffrey Armstrong Available here on Amazon I hope you enjoyed listening to the 42nd episode of the Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita and if you are interested in listening to more episodes like this on further chapters and verses, or on Non-Duality, or you want to learn more about the wisdom of the Mystics please follow/subscribe to this Podcast. | |||
| 09 Oct 2022 | Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita (Chapter 5: Verse 25 - Verse 29) | 00:29:04 | |
In this episode, The Bearded Mystic Podcast discusses the 5th chapter of the Bhagavad Gita, specifically verses 25-29. Sri Krishna highlights the luminous nature of Brahman is shown in the Sage that sees no matter as their own and they go beyond the trap of duality. Sri Krishna explains how yogis experience eternal happiness by removing all duality in between the mind and Brahman. Arjuna is given a technique for meditation. Sri Krishna gives us the path of true renunciation that we can complete as a householder. By turning within, in the midst of activity, we attain freedom. The purpose of this verse is clear by Sri Krishna that we must find that Brahman is everywhere and everything, every action is in Brahman, and every thought and intention is in Brahman, therefore, wherever there is brahman, there is peace and harmony. Whether there is peace and harmony, joy and prosperity always follow. May every spiritual seeker get peace, joy, and prosperity. Translation used: The Bhagavad Gita Comes Alive: A Radical Translation by Jeffrey Armstrong I hope you enjoyed listening to the 43rd episode of the Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita and if you are interested in listening to more episodes like this on further chapters and verses, or on Non-Duality, or you want to learn more about the wisdom of the Mystics please follow/subscribe to this Podcast. | |||
| 16 Oct 2022 | Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita (Chapter 6: Verse 1 - Verse 6) | 00:42:55 | |
In this episode, The Bearded Mystic Podcast discusses the 6th chapter of the Bhagavad Gita, specifically verses 1 - 6. Sri Krishna guides Arjuna that you must not renounce what is in your nature and your responsibilities in life. Both renunciation and the path of yoga for the householder reach the same destination. Which is to to renounce the fruits of one’s actions. Sri Krishna guides us to be an observer and to remain balanced, keeping our mind in peace. Sri Krishna simply instructs us to not cling to any action within this world or our senses and to give up action. Sri Krishna highlights the power of the atman, and therefore, it is up to us how we use it. Disciplining our atman is what makes it our best friend. Translation used: The Bhagavad Gita Comes Alive: A Radical Translation by Jeffrey Armstrong I hope you enjoyed listening to the 44th episode of the Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita and if you are interested in listening to more episodes like this on further chapters and verses, or on Non-Duality, or you want to learn more about the wisdom of the Mystics please follow/subscribe to this Podcast. | |||
| 23 Oct 2022 | Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita (Chapter 6: Verse 7 - Verse 10) | 00:27:57 | |
In this episode, The Bearded Mystic Podcast discusses the 6th chapter of the Bhagavad Gita, specifically verses 7 - 10. Sri Krishna guides us that once we are victorious in being the atma - we attain the peaceful balance of the atma. Remain united and one remains one with Paramatma. Sri Krishna explains the difference between knowing something and being it through experience and practice. Arjuna has to remember Sri Krishna’s words - he has to be the same with family or foe. For ultimately, he has to train his intellect and understand that he is Formless Awareness itself. Sri Krishna explains how we need to remain in being aware of being aware. Translation used: The Bhagavad Gita Comes Alive: A Radical Translation by Jeffrey Armstrong | |||
| 30 Oct 2022 | Wisdom of the Mystics: Sri Ramakrishna Paramhamsa | 00:30:49 | |
In this episode, The Bearded Mystic Podcast discusses the wisdom of the great mystic Sri Ramakrishna Paramhamsa, who practiced all the world religions and found that they all lead to the same One! This is the magnificent guru of Swami Vivekananda and is a mystic that continues to inspire today. His integration of serving others in this transactional reality with the non-dual reality makes him a unique spiritual master. I hope you enjoyed listening to the Wisdom of the Mystics series and if you are interested in listening to more episodes about Non-Duality and a deep dive into the Bhagavad Gita, please follow/subscribe to this Podcast. You can follow me and contact me on social media: | |||
| 06 Nov 2022 | Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita (Chapter 6: Verse 11 - Verse 15) | 00:32:48 | |
In this episode, The Bearded Mystic Podcast discusses the 6th chapter of the Bhagavad Gita, specifically verses 11 - 15. Sri Krishna gives guidance on how to meditate and focus on Brahman in the forest. Sri Krishna explains how we must fix our attention on our atman, our true self, and allow the senses and thoughts to rest on this understanding. Sri Krishna shares some more meditation tips that can help the mind remain steady and focused in one-pointed meditation. Sri Krishna explains how all energy can be transferred and directed to understand that Sri Krishna himself is the Formless Ultimate Reality. Sri Krishna tells Arjuna what one achieves by doing this practice, which is a perfect and complete union with the True Self. Krishna’s true self and your true self are one and the same. Translation used: The Bhagavad Gita Comes Alive: A Radical Translation by Jeffrey Armstrong | |||
| 13 Nov 2022 | Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita (Chapter 6: Verse 16 - Verse 19) | 00:34:48 | |
In this episode, The Bearded Mystic Podcast discusses the 6th chapter of the Bhagavad Gita, specifically verses 16 - 19. Sri Krishna provides guidance on how to live a balanced lifestyle of eating enough and sleeping enough to feel well-rested. Sri Krishna explains how one should maintain a healthy lifestyle and keep it hassle-free. This Awareness within is absolutely free from all material longings and desires, we become complete in our yoga. We no longer worry about the future nor worry about the past. Sri Krishna explains how we can achieve this transcendental self-knowing when we transcend what we are not and fix ourselves upon Pure Formless Awareness. Translation used: The Bhagavad Gita Comes Alive: A Radical Translation by Jeffrey Armstrong | |||
| 20 Nov 2022 | Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita (Chapter 6: Verse 20 - Verse 23) | 00:26:22 | |
In this episode, The Bearded Mystic Podcast discusses the 6th chapter of the Bhagavad Gita, specifically verses 20 - 23. Sri Krishna guides how important it is to connect our consciousness with Consciousness itself and by absorbing one’s name and form into the nameless and formless awareness, one remains in complete contentment. Sri Krishna guides how bliss is the absolute state of Awareness. Sri Krishna guides that nothing can harm the yogi, no matter how bad a situation is, the yogi will never be in distress because they are in that Formless Awareness always. Sri Krishna guides how we must focus on transforming our pain and suffering to joy and bliss by remaining in Formless Awareness and to keep returning to this Formless Awareness. Translation used: The Bhagavad Gita Comes Alive: A Radical Translation by Jeffrey Armstrong | |||
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| 27 Nov 2022 | Wisdom of the Mystics: Swami Vivekananda | 00:57:07 | |
In this episode, The Bearded Mystic Podcast discusses the wisdom of the great mystic Swami Vivekananda, who brought Vedanta to the West and remains a central figure in Eastern Spirituality along with true devotion towards his guru Sri Ramakrishna Paramhamsa, who we discussed last month. Swami ji gave the perfect blend of spiritual teachings like devotion, knowledge and reasoning, meditation and serving others. Ultimately, Swami Vivekananda has inspired many generations after him and will continue to do so. I hope you enjoyed listening to the Wisdom of the Mystics series and if you are interested in listening to more episodes about Non-Duality and a deep dive into the Bhagavad Gita, please follow/subscribe to this Podcast. You can follow me and contact me on social media: | |||
| 04 Dec 2022 | Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita (Chapter 6: Verse 24 - Verse 28) | 00:30:31 | |
In this episode, The Bearded Mystic Podcast discusses the 6th chapter of the Bhagavad Gita, specifically verses 24 - 28. Sri Krishna wants us to control the senses and abandon the desires that keep us rooted in the world alone. Sri Krishna wants us to always choose the truth of formless awareness over anything else. Sri Krishna puts forward how the atma, this formless awareness stabilizes this restless mind. Sri Krishna how the yogi calms down the mind and no longer goes according to their desires and attains ultimate bliss. Sri Krishna explains this ceaseless joy is gained through direct contact with Formless Awareness. Translation used: The Bhagavad Gita Comes Alive: A Radical Translation by Jeffrey Armstrong | |||
| 11 Dec 2022 | Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita (Chapter 6: Verse 29 - Verse 32) | 00:28:44 | |
In this episode, we discuss the 6th chapter of the Bhagavad Gita, specifically verses 29 - 32. Sri Krishna through this powerful verse is showing us the importance of union through yoga, that we see the Atma as one and the same in all beings. Sri Krishna provides us with a key insight into what happens when we connect with Him as Formless Oneness and see all beings as this One. We adore Sri Krishna but in His formless roop which is Brahman and we create a connection that can never change because we associate it with the changeless Brahman. Sri Krishna provides an important lesson that the Atma is one and the same for all and the world is full of sukha and dukha and our body and mind will experience this regardless of their spiritual attainment. Yogic perfection lies in accepting what we experience in this world. Translation used: The Bhagavad Gita Comes Alive: A Radical Translation by Jeffrey Armstrong | |||
| 18 Dec 2022 | Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita (Chapter 6: Verse 33 - Verse 39) | 00:33:06 | |
In this episode, we discuss the 6th chapter of the Bhagavad Gita, specifically verses 33 - 39. Arjuna simply cannot see the practicality of such methods and teachings, he finds his mind is too restless. Arjuna provides his experience on how the mind is impossible to control because of its mere strength. Sri Krishna appreciates what Arjuna says and reminds him of his strengths and tells him he must do constant practice and vairagya. Sri Krishna makes a concession by saying yoga can be difficult but in the end, we have to discipline the mind, and remove avidya by strengthening the intellect with viveka, discernment of the Real and unreal. Arjuna wants to know what happens if one tries their best with these practices but doesn’t reach perfection, what is their next birth like? Arjuna starts entering a defeatist attitude and says he will lose both Brahman and worldly success or even heavenly success if he doesn’t complete his yoga. Arjuna surrenders to Sri Krishna and knows that only He can remove all the doubts that he has. He puts his complete trust in Sri Krishna as he feels defeated by his own doubts. Translation used: The Bhagavad Gita Comes Alive: A Radical Translation by Jeffrey Armstrong | |||
| 21 Dec 2022 | Thoughts on the Upanishads - Isha Upanishads: Shanti Mantra, Verses 1 - 3 | 00:06:26 | |
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| 25 Dec 2022 | Wisdom of the Mystics: Jesus Christ | 00:31:32 | |
In this episode, The Bearded Mystic Podcast discusses the wisdom of the founder of one of the largest religions in the world - Jesus Christ on the occasion of Christmas. Today, we go deep into the verses that are in the Gospel of Thomas, which are the gnostic gospels that attribute the sayings to Christ. Wishing you all a Merry Christmas! | |||
| 01 Jan 2023 | Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita (Chapter 6: Verse 40 - Verse 47) | 00:47:01 | |
In this episode, we discuss the 6th chapter of the Bhagavad Gita, specifically verses 40 - 47. Sri Krishna begins his answers to Arjuna’s questions and says any action that benefits one and all will never be degraded in this life or the next. Sri Krishna gives hope yet a warning too that one will be born in a family of spiritual practitioners but it is both rare and very difficult to be born in a house that is conducive to spiritual freedom. Sri Krishna guides on why union with Awareness, dropping all notions of loss and gain, one becomes a perfected yogi and Arjuna should strive only for the Highest, nothing less. Sri Krishna talks about how one should keep going as they work on their spiritual goal of enlightenment. The mind will be controlled and material tendencies removed, whilst they attain liberation. This is not an overnight success but one over many lifetimes. Sri Krishna guides us to have this ecstatic and loving devotion towards Nirguna Brahman and to connect our Awareness deeply within our own self and remain in this loving relationship forever. Translation used: The Bhagavad Gita Comes Alive: A Radical Translation by Jeffrey Armstrong | |||
| 08 Jan 2023 | Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita (Chapter 7: Verse 1 - Verse 7) | 00:37:54 | |
In this episode, we discuss the 7th chapter of the Bhagavad Gita, specifically verses 1 - 7. Translation used: The Bhagavad Gita Comes Alive: A Radical Translation by Jeffrey Armstrong | |||
| 15 Jan 2023 | Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita (Chapter 7: Verse 8 - Verse 11) | 00:23:44 | |
In this episode, we discuss the 7th chapter of the Bhagavad Gita, specifically verses 8 - 11. Translation used: The Bhagavad Gita Comes Alive: A Radical Translation by Jeffrey Armstrong | |||
| 22 Jan 2023 | Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita (Chapter 7: Verse 12 - Verse 15) | 00:27:43 | |
In this episode, we discuss the 7th chapter of the Bhagavad Gita, specifically verses 12 - 15. Translation used: The Bhagavad Gita Comes Alive: A Radical Translation by Jeffrey Armstrong Join The Bearded Mystic Podcast Discussion Group on Whatsapp: https://chat.whatsapp.com/GcCnyrjQwLuEPHBaVA6q9L | |||
| 27 Jan 2023 | Thoughts on the Upanishads - Isha Upanishad: Verses 4 - 6 | 00:06:31 | |
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| 27 Jan 2023 | 🔒 (BONUS) Thoughts on the Upanishads - Isha Upanishad: Verses 4 - 6 | 00:22:16 | |
Enjoy the 2nd episode of my Thoughts on the Upanishads. The Bearded Mystic Podcast discusses the Isha Upanishad, Verses 4 - 6. | |||
| 29 Jan 2023 | Wisdom of the Mystics: Thich Nhat Hanh | 00:43:56 | |
In this episode, The Bearded Mystic Podcast discusses the wisdom of the most inspirational Buddhist monk Thich Nhat Hanh, who inspired many with his calming presence and his teachings of compassion, oneness and peace. | |||
| 01 Feb 2023 | Episode 1: Direct and Unfiltered with The Bearded Mystic | 00:14:43 | |
This is the 1st episode of Direct and Unfiltered with The Bearded Mystic! The question is: I have been following Nonduality for many years, read books, watched hours on YouTube but I still don't feel at peace? What am I missing? | |||
| 05 Feb 2023 | Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita (Chapter 7: Verse 16 - Verse 22) | 00:50:26 | |
In this episode, we discuss the 7th chapter of the Bhagavad Gita, specifically verses 16 - 22. Translation used: The Bhagavad Gita Comes Alive: A Radical Translation by Jeffrey Armstrong | |||
| 08 Feb 2023 | Episode 2: Direct and Unfiltered with The Bearded Mystic | 00:15:31 | |
This is the 2nd episode of Direct and Unfiltered with The Bearded Mystic! The question is: Will ChatGPT or AI be able to give us spiritual liberation and should Gurus be worried? | |||
| 12 Feb 2023 | Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita (Chapter 7: Verse 23 - Verse 30) | 00:48:41 | |
In this episode, we discuss the 7th chapter of the Bhagavad Gita, specifically verses 23 - 30. Translation used: The Bhagavad Gita Comes Alive: A Radical Translation by Jeffrey Armstrong | |||
| 19 Feb 2023 | Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita (Chapter 8: Verse 1 - Verse 7) | 00:37:02 | |
This episode discusses the 8th chapter of the Bhagavad Gita, specifically verses 1 - 7. Translation used: The Bhagavad Gita Comes Alive: A Radical Translation by Jeffrey Armstrong | |||
| 23 Feb 2023 | 🔒 Bonus Episode: I see my Guru in this Community | 00:12:48 | |
Hello everyone, I wanted to post a special bonus episode and apologies for the tardiness for the Upanishads episodes. You may get two in March it seems! I just wanted to share my thoughts with you on this occasion of my Guru's Birth Anniversary and kind of just speak to the camera. I just want you to know how much I appreciate the support! May we continue to grow together! Love | |||
| 26 Feb 2023 | Wisdom of the Mystics: Baba Hardev Singh Ji | 00:47:30 | |
In this episode, The Bearded Mystic Podcast discusses the wisdom of Rahul's Guru - Baba Hardev Singh Ji. Baba Ji as He is lovingly referred to led a life that emphasized the importance of forgiveness, love, acceptance and oneness by knowing who you really are. | |||
| 02 Mar 2023 | Episode 3: Direct and Unfiltered with The Bearded Mystic | 00:15:23 | |
This is the 3rd episode of Direct and Unfiltered with The Bearded Mystic! The question is: How can I quantify my value when people use their credentials to justify their self-worth? | |||
| 05 Mar 2023 | Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita (Chapter 8: Verse 8 - Verse 13) | 00:36:09 | |
This episode discusses the 8th chapter of the Bhagavad Gita, specifically verses 8 - 13. Translation used: The Bhagavad Gita Comes Alive: A Radical Translation by Jeffrey Armstrong | |||
| 12 Mar 2023 | Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita (Chapter 8: Verse 14 - Verse 17) | 00:27:00 | |
This episode discusses the 8th chapter of the Bhagavad Gita, specifically verses 14 - 17. Translation used: The Bhagavad Gita Comes Alive: A Radical Translation by Jeffrey Armstrong | |||
| 09 Mar 2023 | 🔒 (BONUS) Thoughts on the Upanishads - Isha Upanishad: Verses 7 - 9 | 00:30:59 | |
Enjoy the 3rd episode of my bonus series Thoughts on the Upanishads. The Bearded Mystic Podcast discusses the Isha Upanishad, Verses 7 - 9. | |||
| 09 Mar 2023 | Thoughts on the Upanishads - Isha Upanishad: Verses 7 - 9 | 00:06:49 | |
Listen to the full episode on Patreon, Buzzsprout Subscriptions, Supercast or on Apple Subscriptions, which you can purchase via the app. | |||
| 19 Mar 2023 | Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita (Chapter 8: Verse 18 - Verse 22) | 00:38:24 | |
This episode discusses the 8th chapter of the Bhagavad Gita, specifically verses 18 - 22. Translation used: The Bhagavad Gita Comes Alive: A Radical Translation by Jeffrey Armstrong | |||
| 26 Mar 2023 | Wisdom of the Mystics: Nisargadatta Maharaj Ji | 00:43:49 | |
In this episode, The Bearded Mystic Podcast discusses the wisdom of Nisargadatta Maharaj Ji. He was a teacher that spoke on non-duality and published many books, most famously 'I am That'. | |||
| 30 Mar 2023 | Episode 4: Direct and Unfiltered with The Bearded Mystic | 00:14:08 | |
This is the 4th episode of Direct and Unfiltered with The Bearded Mystic! The question is: How do I empower myself without possessing an ego? | |||
| 02 Apr 2023 | Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita (Chapter 8: Verse 23 - Verse 28) | 00:37:27 | |
This episode discusses the 8th chapter of the Bhagavad Gita, specifically verses 23 - 28. Translation used: The Bhagavad Gita Comes Alive: A Radical Translation by Jeffrey Armstrong | |||
| 09 Apr 2023 | Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita (Chapter 9: Verse 1 - Verse 5) | 00:42:57 | |
This episode discusses the 9th chapter of the Bhagavad Gita, specifically verses 1 - 5. Translation used: The Bhagavad Gita Comes Alive: A Radical Translation by Jeffrey Armstrong | |||
| 16 Apr 2023 | Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita (Chapter 9: Verse 6 - Verse 9) | 00:26:26 | |
This episode discusses the 9th chapter of the Bhagavad Gita, specifically verses 6 - 9. Translation used: The Bhagavad Gita Comes Alive: A Radical Translation by Jeffrey Armstrong | |||
| 23 Apr 2023 | Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita (Chapter 9: Verse 10 - Verse 14) | 00:33:41 | |
This episode discusses the 9th chapter of the Bhagavad Gita, specifically verses 10 - 14. Translation used: The Bhagavad Gita Comes Alive: A Radical Translation by Jeffrey Armstrong | |||
| 30 Apr 2023 | Wisdom of the Mystics: Atmananda Krishna Menon Ji | 01:04:21 | |
In this episode, The Bearded Mystic Podcast discusses the wisdom of Atmananda Krishna Menon Ji. He was a teacher of the Direct Path and one of our favourite contemporary spiritual teachers of the podcast, Rupert Spira is from this lineage. | |||
| 07 May 2023 | Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita (Chapter 9: Verse 15 - Verse 19) | 00:37:25 | |
This episode discusses the 9th chapter of the Bhagavad Gita, specifically verses 15 - 19. Translation used: The Bhagavad Gita Comes Alive: A Radical Translation by Jeffrey Armstrong | |||
| 14 May 2023 | Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita (Chapter 9: Verse 20 - Verse 24) | 00:31:41 | |
This episode discusses the 9th chapter of the Bhagavad Gita, specifically verses 20 - 24. Translation used: The Bhagavad Gita Comes Alive: A Radical Translation by Jeffrey Armstrong | |||
| 21 May 2023 | Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita (Chapter 9: Verse 25 - Verse 29) | 00:46:53 | |
This episode discusses the 9th chapter of the Bhagavad Gita, specifically verses 25 - 29. Translation used: The Bhagavad Gita Comes Alive: A Radical Translation by Jeffrey Armstrong | |||
| 28 May 2023 | Wisdom of the Mystics: Sree Narayana Guru Ji | 00:50:49 | |
In this episode, The Bearded Mystic Podcast discusses the wisdom of Sree Narayana Guru Ji. He was a teacher of Advaita Vedanta and a social reformer who expressed the unity of all faiths and spoke against the caste system. | |||
| 04 Jun 2023 | Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita (Chapter 9: Verse 30 - Verse 34) | 00:52:49 | |
This episode discusses the 9th chapter of the Bhagavad Gita, specifically verses 30 - 34. Translation used: The Bhagavad Gita Comes Alive: A Radical Translation by Jeffrey Armstrong | |||
| 11 Jun 2023 | Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita (Chapter 10: Verse 1 - Verse 7) | 00:40:48 | |
This episode discusses the 10th chapter of the Bhagavad Gita, specifically verses 1 - 7. Translation used: The Bhagavad Gita Comes Alive: A Radical Translation by Jeffrey Armstrong | |||
| 18 Jun 2023 | Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita (Chapter 10: Verse 8 - Verse 14) | 00:39:22 | |
This episode discusses the 10th chapter of the Bhagavad Gita, specifically verses 8 - 14. Translation used: The Bhagavad Gita Comes Alive: A Radical Translation by Jeffrey Armstrong | |||
| 25 Jun 2023 | Wisdom of the Mystics: Bulleh Shah Ji | 00:46:45 | |
In this episode, The Bearded Mystic Podcast discusses the wisdom of Bulleh Shah Ji, a 17th-century Punjabi revolutionary philosopher, reformist and Sufi poet, universally regarded as the "Father of Punjabi Enlightenment". He spoke against powerful religious, political and social institutions. | |||
| 02 Jul 2023 | Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita (Chapter 10: Verse 15 - Verse 24) | 00:35:35 | |
This episode discusses the 10th chapter of the Bhagavad Gita, specifically verses 15 - 24. Translation used: The Bhagavad Gita Comes Alive: A Radical Translation by Jeffrey Armstrong | |||
| 09 Jul 2023 | Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita (Chapter 10: Verse 25 - Verse 33) | 00:35:45 | |
This episode discusses the 10th chapter of the Bhagavad Gita, specifically verses 25 - 33. Translation used: The Bhagavad Gita Comes Alive: A Radical Translation by Jeffrey Armstrong | |||
| 16 Jul 2023 | Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita (Chapter 10: Verse 34 - Verse 42) | 00:38:45 | |
This episode discusses the 10th chapter of the Bhagavad Gita, specifically verses 34 - 42. Translation used: The Bhagavad Gita Comes Alive: A Radical Translation by Jeffrey Armstrong | |||
| 23 Jul 2023 | Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita (Chapter 11: Verse 1 - Verse 13) | 00:46:42 | |
This episode discusses the 11th chapter of the Bhagavad Gita, specifically verses 1 - 13. Translation used: The Bhagavad Gita Comes Alive: A Radical Translation by Jeffrey Armstrong | |||
| 30 Jul 2023 | Wisdom of the Mystics: Tukaram Ji | 00:47:59 | |
In this episode, The Bearded Mystic Podcast discusses the wisdom of Tukaram Ji, a 17th-century Marathi Hindu sant (saint), popularly known as Tuka. He was a Sant of Varkari sampradaya (Marathi-Vaishnav tradition) - that venerates the God Vitthal - in Maharashtra, India. He was part of the egalitarian, personalized Varkari devotionalism tradition. Tukaram ji is best known for his devotional poetry called Abhanga and community-oriented worship with spiritual songs known as kirtan. | |||
| 06 Aug 2023 | Thoughts on The Bhagavad Gita (Chapter 11: Verse 14 - Verse 27) | 00:54:08 | |
This episode discusses the 11th chapter of the Bhagavad Gita, specifically verses 14 - 27. Translation used: The Bhagavad Gita Comes Alive: A Radical Translation by Jeffrey Armstrong | |||
| 11 Aug 2023 | Episode 5: Direct and Unfiltered with The Bearded Mystic | 00:19:34 | |
This is the 5th episode of Direct and Unfiltered with The Bearded Mystic! The question is: What are your views about Hinduphobia in the West and in India? | |||