Prana and Manas in the Light of Bhagavad Gita!

Prana and Manas in the Light of Bhagavad Gita!

Weekly Classes| Starts Feb 14, 2025


According to the Vedic Panchakosha system, the Pranamaya Kosha and Manomaya Kosha follow the Annamaya Kosha. These layers represent the vital energy that sustains life and the mind, which lies at the core of human existence. While the Vedic perspectives on the Panchakosha are well-known, insights from the Bhagavad Gita on these layers are rarely explored in depth. This series of sessions delves into the Pranamaya and Manomaya Koshas, unraveling their significance through the lens of the Bhagavad Gita to offer fresh perspectives on human existence. 

 



Prana, the vital life energy, holds a pivotal place in human existence. The Bhagavad Gita references Prana and Vayu on several occasions, highlighting their profound roles. It discusses Pranayama as a practice for purifying oneself, deepening meditation (Dhyana), and attaining higher states of realization—all of which will be explored in these sessions. The Gita also offers interesting insights into Vayu, enriching our understanding of its significance.
Sri Krishna refers to the Manas about 41 times in the Bhagavad Gita, emphasizing its importance and centrality. He presents the Manas as a vital component of life, a bridge between the inner and outer worlds. The Gita vividly portrays the mind's various states—doubt, desire, fear, distraction, agitation, sorrow, and its often-unruly nature. Yet, Bhagavan offers practical guidance to regulate and calm the mind through empathy, responsibility, reducing attachments, and other transformative techniques.

In these classes, we will systematically explore select shlokas from the Bhagavad Gita on Prana and Manas through verse chanting, word-by-word analysis, and insights from traditional commentaries, uncovering Sri Krishna's profound teachings on well-being.

Note: The concept of Annamayakosha from Gita’s Perspective was explored in detail over 15 sessions, with recordings available for access upon payment of a fee

Details of Current session:
Total Number of sessions : 15 | Fees: Rs 5000/-
Session Start Date: Feb 14, 2025 (Friday)|  Weekly one session, Every Wednesday (Only first session on Friday. All later sessions on Wednesdays)
Timing: Evening 7 - 8.00pm |  Teacher: Dr M Jayaraman
(Note: In case of any rescheduling of classes due to unforeseen circumstances, prior intimation will be provided. We sincerely request your cooperation in this regard.)

Session Includes : Handout| Questions for Self assessment | Opportunities for Presentation from Participants| Q&A

To Enroll: Write to mantrartha@gmail.com for fee transfer details. Join the whatsapp group shared to get the live session links, recordings and handouts. Handouts will be shared by 10th February, 2025.

Svagatam|


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