Upanishads : "The cream of Vedas"

==================================================================================================== Monday 20, July 2026, 21:30.            KAIVALYA UPANISHAD: “The Homogeneity of Brahman”  from the Atharva Veda: 26 Mantras:  Reflections:  Swami Gurubhaktananda:  Mantram - 16: The Efficient Cause of All.  Post: 12. ========================================================= Mantram - 16: The Efficient Cause of All.  5. yat param brahma sarvaatmaa, = That supreme Brahman is also the Self in all,  6. vishwasyaa yatanam mahat; = the ample support of the universe,  7. sookshmaat sookshmataram nityam,=  subtler than the subtle, and eternal –  8. tat twam eva twam eva tat. = “That alone thou art; thou alone art That!”  Commentary: The last mantram gives us a little hint as to what our real spiritual roots are. We learnt that God is immanent in the gross creation. That immanence is shown to be not just ‘synthet...

Chinmaya Mission: During the auspicious Purushottam Maas, the much-awaited Shrimad Bhagavat Saptah with Swami Abhedananda was held at Chinmaya Vibhooti, Kolwan, bringing together over 400 sadhakas from 19 states across Bharat and 7 countries. Through Swamiji’s soul-stirring satsangs, seekers immersed themselves in the divine wisdom of the Shrimad Bhagavatam and the glories of Lord Krishna. Swamiji shared profound insights for contemporary living, highlighting the importance of devotion, dedication, knowledge, and planning one’s spiritual journey from an early age in accordance with Varna-Ashrama Dharma. A recurring emphasis was placed on the value of Guru, saints, and scriptural knowledge in remaining steadfast on the path to God. Campers were deeply moved by Swamiji’s vivid narrations of Krishna Leela, which dispelled misconceptions and strengthened faith and surrender unto Him. The celebrations of Ram Janma, Krishna Janma, and Krishna-Rukmini Vivaha were observed with great fervour. ...

==================================================================================================== Thursday 25, June 2026, 19:20. Books Upanishad The Philosophy of the Panchadasi: 6-8. Chapter 6: Light on the Analogy of a Painted Picture-8. 4.Isvara or the Universal God: 5. ===================================================================================================== The breaking of the knots of the heart is nothing but awareness that one is Atman essentially and hence desires convey no meaning to it. Not knowing this is confinement to the body and personality and the objects related to it. In regard to the outward activities of the body, senses and mind, the Jivanmukta and an ordinary man are similar, but the difference lies in their attitudes towards them. Whether pains come and pleasures go, or otherwise, the Jivanmukta is unaffected, and is indifferent in the highest spiritual sense of the term. The indifference of the liberated one is not to be equated with Tamas or letha...

===================================================================================================== Monday 15, June 2026, 06:00. KENA UPANISHAD: “Know That Alone as Brahman”:  on the Series of 14 Lectures by Swami Tejomayanandaji: Guruji, then Spiritual Head, Chinmaya Mission: at Chinmaya Tapovan, Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand from April 8th – April 13th, 2013. Reflections: SWAMI GURUBHAKTANANDA From: A. Krishna Yajur Veda & B. Sama Veda THE DISCIPLE QUESTIONS THE GURU: Chapters - 4 Mantras:  34. Chapter 2,   5 Mantras Subtlety of “KNOWING” Brahman  Mantram - 2.5: The Truth is Glorified: Post-11. ======================================================================================================= Mantram - 2.5: The Truth is Glorified: 1  iha ched avedeet = If one knows That here, in this world, atha satyam asti, = then the true purpose of life is gained; 2  na chet iha avedeet = If one does not know (That) here, mahatee vinashtih; = then very great i...

===================================================================================================================== Tuesday 02, June 2026, 05:40. KATHA UPANISHAD: “A Leap into the Beyond": Parts 1 & 2  with Bhashya by Sri Adi Shankaracharya. on the 90 Lectures delivered by Swami Advayanandaji  KATHA UPANISHAD:  Part 1 – Total 71 Mantras Reflections by Swami Gurubhaktananda  Chapters 1.1, 1.2 & 1.3  Chapter 1.1: (29) Mantras THE SECOND BOON Mantram - 1.1.12: The Joys of Heavenly Worlds  Post-10. ====================================================================================================== THE SECOND BOON Mantram - 1.1.12: The Joys of Heavenly Worlds  Nachiketas says to Lord Yama:  1  Svarge loke na bhayam kinchana asti =“In heaven there is no fear whatsoever.  2  na tatra tvam na jarayaa bibheti; = You are not there, so old age brings no fear.  3  ubhe teertvaa ashanaayaa pipaase =  Having crossed bot...

  Chinmaya International Foundation (CIF). Soundarya Lahari: Mambalam Sisters The Saundarya Lahari Camp Part 5 held at Chinmaya International Foundation from 12 to 16 May 2026 was a deeply elevating and transformative experience for the campers. The camp saw participation of 63 seekers from across India and different parts of the world. 44 campers were new participants reflecting the growing enthusiasm for the study of Shakta and Vedantic traditions. Guided by the illuminating unfoldment of Saundarya Lahari by Swami Sharadananda Sarasvati the camp immersed seekers in the profound Tantric exposition of Shiva Shakti Sadhana exploring both its resonances and distinctions from Advaita Vedanta. The camp began with an insightful exploration into the evolution of Devi from the Rig Vedic era and unfolded the integral role of Devi-Shakti within the Indian spiritual framework guided by Prof. Gauri Mahulikar. The first three days were beautifully enriched by chanting sessions on the Shyamala...