The Relevance of the Bhagavadgita to Humanity 8-1: Swami Krishnananda.
Chinmaya Mission: In 1991, Pujya Swami Chinmayananda held the first historic Bhagavad Gita Marathon Camp at Chinmaya Krishnalaya, California, covering all 18 chapters. Thirty years later, Swami Swaroopananda revived this tradition, continuing the detailed study of each verse. The multi-year retreat, set to conclude in 2026 to commemorate Chinmaya Mission’s 75th anniversary, has been spiritually enriching. In 2022, Swamiji covered the first six chapters, followed by chapters 7-9 in 2023, and this year focused on chapters 10-12. Participants explored Bhagavan Sri Krishna’s divine glories, His universal form, and the two paths of devotion. The retreat was a deeply immersive spiritual experience, offering participants a range of activities designed to enhance their understanding and connection to the teachings of the Bhagavad Gita. Each day began with serene guided meditations led by Br. Soham Chaitanya and Swami Ishwarananda, helping participants center themselves and open their mind...