Samkhya Yoga

Readings from the Bhagavad Gita

This ten-part interactive online course will include a verse-b-verse reading of Chapter 2 “Samkhya-Yoga” of the Bhagavad Gitā. In addition we will explore various aspects of Indian philosophy, literature and spiritual wisdom. Knowledge of Sanskrit is helpful but not required and all verses will be discussed in English translation.

“When doubts haunt me when disappointments stare me in the face, and I see not one ray of hope on the horizon, I turn to Bhagavad-Gita and find a verse to comfort me; and I immediately begin to smile in the midst of overwhelming sorrow. Those who meditate on the Gita will derive fresh joy and new meanings from it every day.” – MK Gandhi

Topic to be included:

Week 1, May 24, 2021 Introduction & Overview (Verses 1-3)

Week 2, May 31, 2021 Arjuna’s Dilemma (Verses 4-10)

Week 3, June 7, 2021 The Big Picture (Verses 11-18)

Week 4, June 14, 2021 Ātman – Soul & Self (Verses 19-27)

Week 5, June 21, 2021 Way of the Warrior (Verses 28-37)

Week 6, June 28, 2021 Samkhya & Vedas (Verses 38-46)

Week 7, July 5, 2021 Yoga – Path & Goal (Verses 47-54)

Week 8, July 12, 2021 Yogi – Control of Senses (Verses 55-61)

Week 9, July 19, 2021 Tranquility Achieved (Verses 62-69)

Week 10, July 26, 2021 Peace & Review (Verses 70-72)

Date: May 24, 2021 - July 26, 2021

Location: Online via Zoom