Lecture on Bhagavad-Gita, Chapter 2, Verses 62Lecture given by Dulal Chandra dasa on February 17th, 2011 in Winston Salem, NC on the Bhagavad-gita As It Is.Krishna concludes this introductory chapter, what Visvanatha Chakravarti Thrkura considers the sutra chapter, by explaining the importance of the path of bhakti in effectively controlling the mind and senses. Without taking advantage of the spiritual taste afforded by developing a loving relationship with the Supreme, control of the senses wi...
Feb 17, 2011•49 min
Lecture on Bhagavad-Gita, Chapter 2, Verses 46-59Lecture given by Dulal Chandra dasa on February 3rd, 2011 in Winston Salem, NC on the Bhagavad-gita As It Is.The spiritual benefits or knowledge and detachment comes automatically to one who endeavors in devotional service, no extraneous effort is required. By developing a foundation for spiritual advancement in our lives a taste, relish, of transcendence naturally develops. The spiritualist is not interested in renunciation for renunciations sake...
Feb 03, 2011•46 min
Lecture on Bhagavad-Gita, Chapter 2, Verses 40-45Lecture given by Dulal Chandra dasa on January 27th, 2010 in Winston Salem, NC on the Bhagavad-gita As It Is.On the material plane of existence nothing is of value due to its temporary nature. Although mundane charity may grant rewards of piety, such rewards do not endure and are therefore not considered significant by the transcendentalists. We should therefore strive to provide others with spiritual knowledge and experience that will ultimately ...
Jan 27, 2011•42 min
Lecture on Bhagavad-Gita, Chapter 2, Verses 39Lecture given by Dulal Chandra dasa on January 20th, 2011 in Winston Salem, NC on the Bhagavad-gita As It Is.A discussion on the acquisition of spiritual piety (agnate-sukriti) and the resultant transcendental knowledge that draws one into the process of pure unalloyed devotional service under the guidance of the Lords pure devotees.Review of the coming discourse between Krishna and Arjuna, specifically in relation to the advancement of spiritual und...
Jan 20, 2011•45 min
Lecture on Bhagavad-Gita, Chapter 2, Verses 30-39Lecture given by Dulal Chandra dasa on January 13th, 2011 in Winston Salem, NC on the Bhagavad-gita As It Is.An analysis of the unique development by Lord Krishna, acting a spiritual master, of the spiritual themes of transcendental knowledge according to the qualification of his student, Arjuna.
Jan 13, 2011•50 min
Lecture on Bhagavad-Gita, Chapter 2, Verses 20-30Lecture given by Dulal Chandra dasa on January 11th, 2010 in Winston Salem, NC on the Bhagavad-gita As It Is.The story of Liquid Beauty.
Jan 06, 2011•32 min
Lecture on Bhagavad-Gita, Chapter 2, Verses 11-19Lecture given by Dulal Chandra dasa on December 30th, 2010 in Winston Salem, NC on the Bhagavad-gita As It Is.Krishna begin his instructions to Arjuna based upon spiritual knowledge, which supersedes Arjuna's arguments based upon artha and dharma. Such spiritual knowledge must be accepted by the sincere student according to his faith, but by spiritual practice one will advance to the platform of realization.
Dec 30, 2010•41 min
Lecture on Bhagavad-Gita, Chapter 2, Verses 1-10Lecture given by Dulal Chandra dasa on December 23rd, 2010 in Winston Salem, NC on the Bhagavad-gita As It Is.This circumstances under which a guru may be rejected, with specific reference to Arjuna's military guru and the family elder Bhishmadev. The qualities that Arjuna displays in the dialogue that exemplify his qualification as a sincere disciple and one fit to receive spiritual instruction.
Dec 23, 2010•40 min
Lecture on Bhagavad-Gita, Chapter 1, Verses 29-46Lecture given by Dulal Chandra dasa on December 16th, 2010 in Winston Salem, NC on the Bhagavad-gita As It Is.Bhagavad-gita lecture on the bewilderment of Arjuna brought on my material affection. An explanation of selfless service in devotional service and guru tattva are covered in this presentation.
Dec 16, 2010•51 min
Lecture on Bhagavad-Gita, Chapter 1, Verses 20-28Lecture given by Dulal Chandra dasa on December 9th, 2010 in Winston Salem, NC on the Bhagavad-gita As It Is.One can easily make tangible advancement in spiritual life simply by immersing themselves in the wonderful instructions of Bhagavad-gita. Such Krishna katha is fully purifying and effective in eradicating material misery.
Dec 09, 2010•43 min
Lecture on Bhagavad-Gita, Chapter 1, Verses 12-20Lecture given by Dulal Chandra dasa on December 2nd, 2010 in Winston Salem, NC on the Bhagavad-gita As It Is.A comparison of the call to arms from the two sides just before the battle commences. Lord Krishna and Arjuna have transcendental conch-shells as opposed to the Kuru's, whose trumpets are not so designated. One spiritually situated, even though working in this world, remains transcendental provided all his works are for the Supreme. Underst...
Dec 02, 2010•51 min
Lecture on Bhagavad-Gita, Chapter 1, Verses 1-11Lecture given by Dulal Chandra dasa on November 18th, 2010 in Winston Salem, NC on the Bhagavad-gita As It Is.Understanding the intend of the Bhagavad-gita and placing in perspective the significance of the transcendental teachings as opposed to the specific circumstance of setting. This lecture also covers the political intrigue that led up to the Battle of Kurukshetra, and the consciousness of the opposing party as the battle was about to commenc...
Nov 18, 2010•41 min
Lecture on Bhagavad-Gita, Introduction, Part 6Lecture given by Dulal Chandra dasa on November 11th, 2010 in Winston Salem, NC on the Bhagavad-gita As It Is.The proper understanding of the position of guru is necessary for those who desire spiritual advancement under the shelter of the bonafide guru parampara. A pointed discussion of some of the various misconceptions current today regarding guru tattvaApproaching the Bhagavad-gita with the proper objective so that one's study will truly enhance ...
Nov 11, 2010•47 min
Lecture on Bhagavad-Gita, Introduction, Part 5Lecture given by Dulal Chandra dasa on October 28th, 2010 in Winston Salem, NC on the Bhagavad-gita As It Is.Discussion of the 8th Verse of Sri Sri Siksastakam by Sri Caitanya Mahaprabhu. The quintessential loving service to Lord Krishna is done free of any personal desire, this topmost service is exhibited by the Lords most intimate companion Srimati Radharani. Krishna advent in the guise of a devotee had the dual purpose of distributing knowledge o...
Oct 28, 2010•59 min
Lecture on Bhagavad-Gita, Introduction, Part 4Lecture given by Dulal Chandra dasa on October 21st, 2010 in Winston Salem, NC on the Bhagavad-gita As It Is.Discussion of the 7th Verse of Sri Sri Siksastakam by Sri Caitanya Mahaprabhu. The pain of separation from the Krishna reveals the highest emotional stage of pure unalloyed love. This love is like gold in comparison to love in the material realm which is like iron.Review of the His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami's Introduction to Bhagav...
Oct 21, 2010•52 min
Lecture on Bhagavad-Gita, Introduction, Part 3Lecture given by Dulal Chandra dasa on October 7th, 2010 in Winston Salem, NC on the Bhagavad-gita As It Is.Discussion of the 6th Verse of Sri Sri Siksastakam by Sri Caitanya Mahaprabhu. Sri Caitanya prays for spiritual emotion, bhava.Review of the His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami's Introduction to Bhagavad-gita. A discussion of the distinction between conventional faith and the faith supported by experiential spiritual advancement that allo...
Oct 07, 2010•51 min
Lecture on Bhagavad-Gita, Introduction, Part IILecture given by Dulal Chandra dasa on September 23rd, 2010 in Winston Salem, NC on the Bhagavad-gita As It Is.Discussion of the 5th Verse of Sri Sri Siksastakam by Sri Caitanya Mahaprabhu and the prayerful attitude of the devotee used to attract Krishna's mercy.Review of the His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami's Preface and Introduction to Bhagavad-gita. The gradual accumulation of spiritual piety in our life affords one the opportunity to co...
Sep 23, 2010•55 min
Lecture on Bhagavad-Gita, Introduction, Part ILecture given by Dulal Chandra dasa on September 16th, 2010 in Winston Salem, NC on the Bhagavad-gita As It Is.Discussion of the 4th Verse of Sri Sri Siksastakam by Sri Caitanya Mahaprabhu and the development of taste (ruci) for the practice of spiritual life.Review of the His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami's Preface and Introduction to Bhagavad-gita. Authority of the presentation and the qualification of Arjuna as a devotee and friend to rece...
Sep 16, 2010•1 hr 6 min
Lecture on Bhagavad-Gita, Chapter 18, Verses 68-78Lecture given by Dulal Chandra dasa on September 9th, 2010 in Winston Salem, NC on the Bhagavad-gita As It Is.Discussion of the 4th Verse of Sri Sri Siksastakam by Sri Caitanya Mahaprabhu and the development of taste (ruci) for the practice of spiritual life.The benedictions available to those who distribute the knowledge of Bhagavad-gita and those who hear. Mention is made of the misconception of the ritvik philosophy.
Sep 09, 2010•52 min
Lecture on Bhagavad-Gita, Chapter 18, Verses 67Lecture given by Dulal Chandra dasa on September 2nd, 2010 in Winston Salem, NC on the Bhagavad-gita As It Is.Bhagavad-gita lecture on the appearance day of His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada. Reading from Srila Prbhupada's poem upon arrival in the United States. The significance advantages to ones spiritual life that are available by serious and sincere regular reading of the books of A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami.
Sep 02, 2010•35 min
Lecture on Bhagavad-Gita, Chapter 18, Verses 66Lecture given by Dulal Chandra dasa on August 26th, 2010 in Winston Salem, NC on the Sri Sri Siksastakam, Verse 3 and Bhagavad-gita As It Is.True humility leads to attentive and fruitful chanting at the stage of nistha (steadiness) in devotional practice. The utter humility of Prahlada Maharaj is narrated and practical application of humility in daily interaction with Krishna's devotees is explained.The process of surrender is analized. One should c...
Aug 26, 2010•46 min
Lecture given by Dulal Chandra dasa on August 19th, 2010 in Winston Salem, NC on the Bhagavad-gita As It Is.An explanation of the 3rd verse of Sri Sri Siksastaka.Bhagavad-gita lecture covering Lord Krishna conclusing instructions, the golden chest analogy given by Vishvanatha Chakravarti Thakura, the echo of Vraja in the 66th verse and the meaning of surrender as explainted by Lord Caitanya to Sanatana Goswami that is necessary to fully understand the quintessential 66th verse.
Aug 19, 2010•56 min
Lecture given by Dulal Chandra dasa on July 15th, 2010 in Winston Salem, NC on the Bhagavad-gita As It Is.An explanation of the 1st line of the Second Verse of Sri Sri Siksastaka.Bhagavad-gita lecture on the various varnas of human society and their work according to the modes of material nature. How samskaras, impressions carried forward from ones prior life, affect ones birth and placement in an natural position in life for fulfillment of prior desires and fructification of activity according ...
Jul 15, 2010•50 min
Lecture given by Dulal Chandra dasa on July 8th, 2010 in Winston Salem, NC on the Bhagavad-gita As It Is.An explanation of the 4th line of the First Verse of Sri Sri Siksastaka.Bhagavad-gita lecture on happiness according to the modes of material nature and true transcendental happiness derived from the practice of pure devotional service.
Jul 08, 2010•1 hr 6 min
Lecture given by Dulal Chandra dasa on July 1st, 2010 in Winston Salem, NC on the Bhagavad-gita As It Is.An explanation of the 3nd line of the First Verse of Sri Sri Siksastaka.Intelligence, determination and happiness according to the modes of material nature.When these three are conducted in goodness, one's consciousness becomes purified, allowing one to perceive the true self. By adding expert direction in unalloyed devotional service from the bonafide spiritual master one can rise to purifie...
Jul 01, 2010•1 hr 1 min
Lecture given by Dulal Chandra dasa on June 24th, 2010 in Winston Salem, NC on the Bhagavad-gita As It Is.An explanation of the 2nd line of Sri Sri Siksastaka.Lord Krishna explains activity according to the modes of material nature according to knowledge, work and the worker.
Jun 24, 2010•59 min
Lecture given by Dulal Chandra dasa on June 17th, 2010 in Winston Salem, NC on the Bhagavad-gita As It Is.An explanation of the 1st line of the First Verse of Sri Sri Siksastaka.The great mystery of Krishna Consciousness, spiritual life is for all classes of mankind, in all walks of life, irrespective of social convention and religious affiliation.A in depth discussion of the five factors of action within this material world.No personal motive, no karma.
Jun 17, 2010•47 min
Lecture given by Dulal Chandra dasa on May 6th, 2010 in Winston Salem, NC on the Bhagavad-gita As It Is.An explanation of Lord Caitanya's Siksastakam verses and how they relate to the progressive advancement of the aspiring devotees to the topmost platform of pure unalloyed devotional service. An explanation of Lord Caitanya's Siksastakam verses and how they relate to the progressive advancement of the aspiring devotees to the topmost platform of pure unalloyed devotional service.
May 06, 2010•56 min
Lecture on Bhagavad-Gita, Chapter 16, Verses 1-3Lecture given by Dulal Chandra dasa on April 29th, 2010 in Winston Salem, NC on the Bhagavad-gita As It Is.Although the renounced order, sannyasa, is not recommended in this fallen age of mankind the vaisnava preacher is willing to risk all and accept sannyasa for the spreading of Lord Caitanya's sankirtan movement.
Apr 29, 2010•56 min
Lecture given by Dulal Chandra dasa on April 8th, 2010 in Winston Salem, NC on the Bhagavad-gita As It Is.Lord Krishna seated in the heart of every living entity provides all knowledge, remembrance and forgetfulness. By the mercy of Lord Caitanya's Sankirtan movement we are allowed to fully understand the most advanced and complex knowledge of our spiritual existence and relationship with the Supreme Lord.
Apr 08, 2010•1 hr 1 min
