Commentary on the Bhagavadgita: 1. Swami Krishnananda.
Swami Chinmayananda On this sacred Ashadhi Ekadashi, as millions of Varkaris reach the holy abode of Lord Vitthala in Pandharpur, let us remember what truly brought Sant Dnyaneshwar so close to God. Despite rejection and suffering, Sant Dnyaneshwar chose compassion over resentment, devotion over despair, and wisdom over worldly recognition. It wasn't the miracle of making a buffalo chant the Vedas. It wasn't the yogic powers he displayed. It was his unwavering faith, constant chanting of Hari Nama, humility in the face of adversity, and his complete assimilation of the Bhagavad Gita. As Gurudev Swami Chinmayananda often reminded us, the Bhagavad Gita is not meant merely to be read it is meant to be lived. This Ashadhi Ekadashi, don't just fast from food. Fast from anger, ego, and selfishness. Live one teaching of the Bhagavad Gita today and let that become your offering at the feet of Lord Vitthala. Which Gita teaching will you practise today? Share it in the comments. =...