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Vedanta Shravanam

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Vedanta Shravanam - Talks of Swami Aparajitananda Ji This channel is created by Chinmaya Mission Sevaks as spiritual sadhana.

New episodes: Weekly
Typical length: 1 hr 16 min
Latest: 8 Oct 2026
Language: English

Latest episode

8 Oct 2026 · 1 hr 30 min

Guru Paduka Stotram 05/07 - Talk in English by Swami Aparajitananda ji, Chinmaya Mission Chicago-Yamunotri

Hari Om !! Guru Paduka Stotram 05/07 - Talk in English by Swami Aparajitananda ji, Chinmaya Mission Chicago-Yamunotri. Verse 3: Description of Glory and Grace of Gurupādukās to bless the beginners in spirituality with worldly fulfillments too, continues. The verse states in beautiful, poetic terms that if only a seeker prostrates with devotion, these Pādukās can do wonders (with the examples of the poorest and the dumb fool).Swami Aparajitananda, simplifying the figurative words, points out the proofs and suggests to test and trust Lord in this respect with the attitude of karmaphala-tyāga…

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E4 · 1 Oct 2026 · 1 hr 31 min
Guru Paduka Stotram 04/07 - Talk in English by Swami Aparajitananda ji, Chinmaya Mission Chicago-Yamunotri
Hari Om !! Guru Paduka Stotram 04/07 - Talk in English by Swami Aparajitananda ji, Chinmaya Mission Chicago-Yamunotri. The content (2), viz. that devotion to Gurupādukās can fulfill worldly desires too, is most poetically expressed in the verse. Beautiful similes state and emphasize what Gurupādukās are and what they can do for the devotees.Swami Aparajitananda expands on and simplifies the poetic imagination, pointing out that Pādukās are like mother blessing each according to needs and evolution. How and why God fulfills worldly desires/environment is logically explained.But FIRST STEP of…
E3 · 24 Sep 2026 · 1 hr 27 min
Guru Paduka Stotram 03/07 - Talk in English by Swami Aparajitananda, Chinmaya Mission Chicago-Yamunotri
Hari Om !! Guru Paduka Stotram 03/07 - Talk in English by Swami Aparajitananda, Chinmaya Mission Chicago-Yamunotri. Verse 1 (contd.)Swami Aparajitananda elaborates more on the CONDITIONS "when heart becomes fit for highest Knowledge and Liberation happens". It is also noted that description of samsāra ("ananta") is given to know the misery of samsāra and value of Liberation.Explaining each stage of jīvātmā's journey, MISERY in various forms is pointed out. It is shown that mind is busy improving or escaping worldly environment.How long the misery continues, who can show the realistic way to…
E1 · 17 Sep 2026 · 1 hr 28 min
Guru Paduka Stotram 02/07 - Talk in English by Swami Aparajitananda, Chinmaya Mission Chicago-Yamunotri
Hari Om !! Guru Paduka Stotram 02/07 - Talk in English by Swami Aparajitananda, Chinmaya Mission Chicago-Yamunotri Swami Aparajitananda reminds us about divine virtues declared as "The Knowledge Only" by Lord Krishna (Gītā Chp. 13) and of which Gurupādukās are the embodiment.How 9 verses of the Stotram unfold THE CONTENT is shown in 3 stages: • Verse 1 - entire journey of a seeker from samsārī to Mukta.What worship of Gurupādukās can fulfill? • Worldly desires (Verses 2 to 5) and • Spiritual desires (Verses 6 to 9).In essence, Gurupādukā pūjā can give anything to all 4 types of…
S1 · E1 · 10 Sep 2026 · 59 min
Guru Paduka Stotram 01/07 - Talk in English by Pujya Swami Aparajitananda ji, Chinmaya Mission Chicago-Yamunotri.
Hari Om !! Guru Paduka Stotram 01/07 - Talk in English by Pujya Swami Aparajitananda ji, Chinmaya Mission Chicago-Yamunotri. On the occasion of Pūjya Gurudev Swami Chinmayananda's 106th Jayanti (2022) Jñāna Yajña, the theme aptly chosen for discourse by Swami Aparajitananda is SHRĪ GURUPĀDUKĀ STOTRAM. It is believed to be composed either by Bhagavān Ādi Shankarācharya or by Pūjya Narsimhabhārati Swami (33rd Pontiff of Sringeri Math). But what matters is the simple, serene and subtle content of the Stotram (viz. Worship of Gurupādukās can give anything - worldly or spiritual) as composed,…
E8 · 3 Sep 2026 · 1 hr 12 min
Mukundamala 08/08 - Talk in English by Swami Aparajitananda, Chinmaya Mission Chicago-Yamunotri.
Hari Om !! Mukundamala 08/08 - Talk in English by Swami Aparajitananda, Chinmaya Mission Chicago-Yamunotri.
E7 · 27 Aug 2026 · 1 hr 16 min
Mukundamala 07/08 - Talk in English by Swami Aparajitananda, Chinmaya Mission Chicago-Yamunotri.
Hari Om !! Mukundamala 07/08 - Talk in English by Swami Aparajitananda, Chinmaya Mission Chicago-Yamunotri.
E6 · 20 Aug 2026 · 1 hr 16 min
Mukundamala 06/08 - Talk in English by Swami Aparajitananda, Chinmaya Mission Chicago-Yamunotri.
Hari Om !! Mukundamala 06/08 - Talk in English by Swami Aparajitananda, Chinmaya Mission Chicago-Yamunotri.
E5 · 13 Aug 2026 · 1 hr 16 min
Mukundamala 05/08 - Talk in English by Swami Aparajitananda, Chinmaya Mission Chicago-Yamunotri.
Hari Om !! Mukundamala 05/08 - Talk in English by Swami Aparajitananda, Chinmaya Mission Chicago-Yamunotri.
E4 · 6 Aug 2026 · 1 hr 14 min
Mukunda Mala 04/08 - Talk in English by Pujya Swami Aparajitananda ji, Chinmaya Mission Chicago-Yamunotri.
Hari Om !! Mukunda Mala 04/08 - Talk in English by Pujya Swami Aparajitananda ji
E3 · 30 Jul 2026 · 1 hr 16 min
Mukundamala 03/08 - Talk in English by Pujya Swami Aparajitananda ji, Chinmaya Mission Chicago-Yamunotri
Hari Om !! Mukundamala 03/08 - Talk in English by Pujya Swami Aparajitananda ji
E2 · 23 Jul 2026 · 1 hr 25 min
Mukundamala-Day 02/08 - Talk in English by Pujya Swami Aparajitananda, Chinmaya Mission Chicago-Yamunotri
Hari Om !! Mukundamala-Day 02/08 - Talk in English by Pujya Swami Aparajitananda, Chinmaya Mission Chicago-Yamunotri
E1 · 16 Jul 2026 · 1 hr 9 min
Mukundamala-01/08 - Talk in English by Swami Aparajitananda, Chinmaya Mission Chicago-Yamunotri
Hari Om !! Mukundamala-01/08 - Talk in English by Swami Aparajitananda, Chinmaya Mission Chicago-Yamunotri.
E10 · 9 Jul 2026 · 1 hr 17 min
Tattva Bodha 10/10 - Talk in English by Swami Aparajitananda ji.
Hari Om !! Tattva Bodha 10/10 - Talk in English by Swami Aparajitananda ji, Chinmaya Mission Chicago-Yamunotri. Bhagavān Shankarāchārya ji concludes "Tattvabodha" with definitions of three types of karmas and a happy statement that Jīvanmukta, free from all bondages of all karmas, crosses over samsāra.Swāmi Aparājitānanda ji elaborates on today's topic, "karma" and gives a graceful walkthrough of all definitions in Tattvabodha as if creating a divine orchestra in harmony with Jīva, Jagat and Ishvara. Definitions of Tattvabodha given by Shankarācharyaji are the melody of life, while Swāmiji's…
E9 · 2 Jul 2026 · 1 hr 10 min
Tattva Bodha 09/10 - Talk in English by Swami Aparajitananda ji.
Hari Om!! Tattva Bodha 09/10 - Talk in English by Swami Aparajitananda ji, Chinmaya Mission Chicago-Yamunotri. Bhagavān Shankarāchārya jī's enquiry into the Truth reaches a climax with analysis of Mahāvākya "Tat tvam asi" (Chhāndogya Upanishad). He also introduces concept of Jīvanmukta stating that He becomes free from all bondages of all karmas.Swāmi Aparājitānanda jī's telescopic explanations make the understanding of final aspects of above Mahāvākya, of how to solve the implied equation and of how to interpret vāchyārtha and lākshyārtha (ample examples) the most wonderful and joyous…
E8 · 25 Jun 2026 · 1 hr 13 min
Tattva Bodha 08/10 - Talk in English by Swami Aparajitananda ji
Hari Om !! Tattva Bodha 08/10 - Talk in English by Swami Aparajitananda ji, Chinmaya Mission Chicago-Yamunotri. Swāmi Aparājitānandaji explains the astonishing process of panchikaran and the great secret of oneness at anātmā level (pindānda and brahmānda) and at ātmā level (by two models - reflection and limitation) at great length. These complex concepts are clarified at great length through very sweet children's story-like examples.The practical significance and message of the concepts of oneness and sacrifice and punishment for leading a selfish life and vice versa are all explained fully…
E7 · 18 Jun 2026 · 1 hr 12 min
Tattva Bodha 07/10 - Talk in English by Swami Aparajitananda
Hari Om !! Bhagavān Shankarāchārya ji takes up samashti vichāra and focuses on cause of Creation and method of origin of 24 (twenty four) basic principles defining the world.Swāmi Aparājitānandaji explains the above amazing concepts, which have the thrill of suspense and charm of a fairy tale, very aptly and in an engrossing manner. DON'T MISS: the beautiful verse giving the essence of the entire scriptures quoted and explained by Swamiji which is a dialogue between teacher and student and how the teacher guides the student's attention from the outer world to the Inner Reality.The wonder…
E6 · 11 Jun 2026 · 1 hr 19 min
Tattvabodha 06/10 - Talk in English by Swami Aparajitananda
Hari Om !! Tattvabodha 06/10 - Talk in English by Swami Aparajitananda, Chinmaya Mission Chicago - Yamunotri. Bhagavān Shankarāchārya ji, concluding vyashti vichāra, presents the last anātmā i.e. pancha koshas. He lays down logic and methodology of scriptures for Enquiry and defines Ātmā.Swāmi Aparājitānandaji, after a brief and crisp revision, cross-examines the last suspect - pancha koshas - thoroughly and beautifully explains the logic and method of Enquiry by various practical examples and unfolds the most eagerly awaited suspense of Ātmā."Behind the curtains" and "Mirror! Mirror!": •…
E5 · 4 Jun 2026 · 1 hr 13 min
Tattvabodha 05/10 by Swami Aparajitananda
Hari Om !! Tattvabodha 05/10 -Talk in English by Swami Aparajitananda, Chinmaya Mission Chicago - Yamunotri. Continuing the analysis of what is not Ātmā in order to understand the Ātmā, Bhagavān Adi Shankaracharya ji describes kārana shariram and the three states of experience.Swami Aparajitanandaji not only beautifully explains these concepts, he also goes on to explain the pancha prānas which are not defined in this text.Points for revision: • What are the pancha prānas? • How does the body indicate that there is a shortage of energy? • What are samāna vāyu, vyāna vāyu, prāna vāyu, apāna…
E4 · 28 May 2026 · 1 hr 14 min
Tattva Bodha 04/10 by Swami Aparajitananda
Hari Om !! As the great enquiry by Bhagavān Ādi Shankarācharya ji becomes subtler and more amazing, Swāmi Aparājitānandaji's concern to lift us to the loftier levels of understanding is evident from the extent and inclusiveness of his explanations. Swāmiji also infuses a very relatable logic into the talk which makes it all the more interesting and enjoyable and brings this subtle knowledge within our grasp.Points for reflection: • How is the perspective of Permanent - impermanent different from that of Truth - untruth? • Which is the only way to alleviate your suffering? • What is the goal…
S1 · E3 · 21 May 2026 · 1 hr 18 min
Tattvabodha 03/10 by Swami Aparajitananda
Hari Om!! Swāmi Aparājitānandaji concludes explanation on the shamādi shatka sampatti and sādhana chatushtaya and enters into the systematic enquiry of the Self (Ātmā), which Bhagavān Ādi Shankarāchāryaji describes using fourteen terms. The first of these terms, sthūla sharira, is elaborated upon today.Let us be alert and briskly follow Swāmiji into this great enquiry by Bhagavān Shankarāchāryaji!Gateways to today's talk: • What is antar-indriya? • What is titiksha at the body, mind, intellect level? • How is titiksha defined in Vivekachūdamani? • What is the loss in not applying titiksha? •…
14 May 2026 · 1 hr 8 min
Tattvabodha Talk 02/10 by Swami Aparajitananda ji
Hari Om !! In this talk and all following talks, we find Swami Aparajitanandaji's explanations leading us to an astonishing treasure hunt wherein a clue is given and when solved, we find next clue hidden therein and so on. Bhagavān Adi Shankaracharya ji summarises teachings of Upanishads (points to jīva-Brahma aikya) through a very systematic mode of enquiry which is very curious, exciting and fascinating.Swamiji explains the concepts at great length also quoting from Vivekachūdāmani, Bhagavad Gītā and other texts where necessary.Check your TQ (Tattvabodha Quotient): • What is pāribhāshika…
E1 · 8 May 2026 · 58 min
Tattvabodh Talk 01/10 by Swami Aparajitananda ji
Hari Om !! Tattvabodha is one of the most important Prakarana Granthas composed by Bhagavān Adi Shankaracharya ji. This can be called the Book of Definitions of terms used in Vedānta. Studying this text will consolidate / revise your fundamentals of Vedānta and will prove useful for further study of the scriptures.The opening talk by Swami Aparajitanandaji is a curtain raiser - an introduction of this wonder text. The four layers of sources of spiritual knowledge are explained in detail along with the invocation verse. Just as Tattvabodha is the bridge between us and Vedantic Knowledge in…
6 May 2026 · 3 min
Gita Panchamrit Chanting By Swami Aparajitananda Ji
The Power of Gita Panchamrit – Swami Aparajitananda Ji's Divine Chanting! Gita Panchamrit, Special five nectarean teachings of the Bhagavad Gita as a practical guide for living with purpose and balance. Through them, seekers are led from confusion to clarity, from anxiety to trust, and from self-centered effort to selfless action. 1. Take charge of your life and rise up उद्धरेदात्मनात्मानं नात्मानमवसादयेत्आत्मैव ह्यात्मनो बन्धुरात्मैव रिपुरात्मनः ॥uddharedātmanātmānam nātmānamavasādayetātmaiva hyātmano bandhurātmaiva ripurātmanah (6.5) Let a man lift himself by his own Self alone, and let…

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