Yogis who read the Bhagavad Gita for the first time can be in for a very bumpy ride, if they did not grow up in a cultural setting wherein these concepts were more commonly discussed. It is a challenging read even for those familiar with the contents, which is why it rewards reading again and again. This guide is meant to provide some help before the new yogi dives into more confusion than they can immediately handle without some context.
The Gita is not only an incredible sacred
text for yogis, but is a treasure for the whole world. It’s one of the
most cherished contributions to world literature, and it’s influence has
gone beyond Hindus or even Yogis. But perhaps the most special thing
about this wonderful book is that it has something to offer everyone:
spiritual seekers, appreciators of sacred poetry, everyday people
looking for ways to determine what action to take when confused (and how
to take it), and — of course — yogis.
You’ll leave your
reading experience with a drastically expanded definition of what it
means to “do yoga” after reading the Gita, and hopefully this guide
helps you to deepen your understanding of that expanded defition of
yoga. You’ll learn more about how the Gita contains a way of seeing the
world with a new dimension of “the divine” you may not have considered
before. You’ll be introduced to new ways of looking at the
relationships between people and their shared world. You’ll learn about
the fascinating (and profound) way of looking at the deepest inner
“Self” as described and defined in this work.
What you’ll learn
Bhagavad Gita Studies, Jnana Yoga, Sacred Hindu Scripture, Yoga Philosophy
Understand the story underlying the narrative, its historical context, and its modern significance
Understand key philosophical concepts underlying Yoga and Hinduism
Identify the primary paths of yoga as described in the text
Are there any course requirements or prerequisites?
Some familiarity with yoga or hinduism helps, but is not required
Who this course is for:
Yogis, World Literature students, Philosophy lovers, Spiritual Seekers
