Upnishads

Why do rebirths happen? How are we bound to this cycle? What is mukti? There is a strong connection between desires and rebirth. There are a lot of things we need to know about the birth and death cycle. So that we can choose the right path to reach the ultimate goal of the soul. Listen to this episode of Bandhan, Mukti, Rishi kaun hai? (Niralamb Upnishad) of the podcast Upnishad Simplified by Dr....

The Niralamba Upanishad is a Sanskrit text and is one of the 22 Samanya Upanishads of Hinduism. Karm aur Karmgati concepts are derived from Hindu philosophy and are described in various ancient scriptures, including the Niralamb Upanishad. Listen to this episode of Karm aur Karmgati kya hai? (Niralamb Upnishad) of the podcast Upnishad Simplified by Dr. Shisham Aggarwal. For more such information c...

This Sanskrit text is classified as one of 14 Vaishnava Upanishads, and a Mantra Upanishad. It is one of the 19 Upanishads attached to the Shukla Yajurveda. The text is notable for its discussion of Om for yogic meditation as Taraka or that which helps one cross from mundane into spiritual world. It is one of the texts which mentions the "Om Namo Narayana" mantra of Vaishnavism. The Upanishad disc...

Who am I? Why am I here? What is the purpose of my life?  Vrahvich Upanishad teaches you that all the things around us are are a part of the supreme goddess (mahadevi). It is the divine energy which has created us and will be the reason of our destruction. in this podcast you will get to know about the difference between karma and spirituality.  Listen to this episode of Vahvrich Upnishad of the p...

Radha Upanishad is a sacred Hindu scripture believed to be a conversation between Lord Krishna and his beloved devotee, Radha. This Upanishad explores the profound spiritual relationship and divine love shared between Radha and Krishna, delving into their eternal bond and the path of devotion. It beautifully elucidates the philosophy of divine love, emphasizing the significance of surrender, selfl...

The  Kali-Santaran Upanishad also called  Kalisantaraṇopaniṣad , is a Sanskrit text attached to the Kṛṣṇa Yajurveda. Kali (Sanskrit: कलि) means "the present age" (out of four in Hindu cosmology), while Santarana (Sanskrit: सन्तरण) means "conveying over or across".The title means the knowledge that conveys or carries one across the present age. To know more about Kali Santaran  Upnishad listen to t...

The Atharvasir Upnishad belongs to the Atharva Veda. It is a strikingly Saiva Upanishad, which extols the virtues and attributes of Lord Shiva, in his aspect as Rudra, as the one and only. Throughout Upnishad, he is described as Brahman, the creator, preserver and destroyer of the manifested worlds. According to the scriptures, by observing Pashupati Vrat, every problem of a person's life goes awa...

The Atharvasir Upnishad belongs to the Atharva Veda. It is a strikingly Saiva Upanishad, which extols the virtues and attributes of Lord Shiva, in his aspect as Rudra, as the one and only. Throughout Upnishad, he is described as Brahman, the creator, preserver and destroyer of the manifested worlds.  To know more about Atharvasir Upnishad listen to the podcast Upnishad Simplified with Dr. Sheesham...

Is it right or wrong to have desires? Should we have desires? We all have many questions that arise in our minds. Find out in this episode of Chandogya Upnishad - Should we have desires? The Chandogya Upnishad is one of the oldest and most important Upnishads, forming part of the ancient scriptures of Hinduism, It consists of a collection of philosophical dialogues between teachers and students, d...

With the offerings made in a hawan and chanting of mantras, one’s chakras are re-energized, creating a rejuvenating and revitalizing effect for both the mind and body. But it's very necessary to do Hawan in the right time and space. Listen to this episode of Upnishad Simplified podcast to learn more about the - Chandogya  by Dr. Shisham Aggarwal. For more such information check out the book - http...

Chakshu in Sanskrit means 'Eyes' whereas Upanishad means 'Study'. Chakshu Upanishad Mantra is simply the Mantra for eyes and eyesight. The power of sight is due to the presence of the Sun and hence Sun is given primary importance for the betterment of eye-sight. Listen to this episode of Upnishad Simplified podcast to learn more about the - Chakshu Upnishad by Dr. Shisham Aggarwal. For more such i...

Mṛityu  is a Sanskrit word meaning death. Mṛtyu, or Death, is often personified as the deities  Mara  (मर) and  Yama  (यम) in Dharmic religions such as Hinduism and Buddhism. Lord of Death Yama uses The Mrityu Langala Mantra to set up traps. These are dug up in the field of a person's life and destroyed. In Mrityu Langhal Upnishad one learns how to escape premature death in these traps. Listen to...

Brahma is the one who has directly realized his Atman (innermost self, soul). He is the one who understands that his soul is without a second, is devoid of class, is devoid of actions, is devoid of faults. He knows that the Atman is truth, is knowledge, is bliss and is eternity. He is the one who knows that the same soul in him is in everyone, is in all things, pervading within and without, someth...

Brahmin Kshatriya, Vaishya and Sudra are the four classes (castes). That the Brahmin is the chief among these classes is in accord with the Vedic texts and is affirmed by the Smrtis.  Who is, verily, a Brahmin? Is he the individual self? Is he the body? Is he of the class based on birth? Is he the possessor of knowledge? Is he the performer of deeds (previous, present or prospective)? Is he the pe...

The Aitareya Upnishad is a sacred Hindu text that forms part of the Rigveda, one of the world's oldest and most revered religious scriptures. Aitareya Upnishad suggests that the true nature of God is beyond human comprehension and that attempts to describe or define the divine are ultimately limited by human language and concepts. The Upnishad encourages the seeker to go beyond the limitations of...

To manifest anything in life it's necessary to have control on all the senses. The Pashupatbrahmo upnishad enlightens us on the ways our senses work and the methods to channelize them for a better lifestyle.  Listen to this episode of Upnishad Simplified podcast to learn more about the - Pashupatbrahmo Upnishad Mantra for liberation and also learing a more about on how to control senses by Dr. Shi...

Pashupatbrahmo upnishad is one of the 31 Upanishads attached to the Atharvaveda, and is classified as one of the 20 Yoga Upanishads. The upnishad discusses soul as Hamsa, yoga, meditation, the uselessness of external rituals and the need for inner reflection with the help of Om , and how a man of true wisdom should behave. Listen to this episode of Upnishad Simplified podcast to learn more about t...

Kundikoupnishad- Sanyas Ashram explains the gratification one feels by donating to those in need. It tells how to detach from the materialistic world to connect with our inner self and the divine power. Listen to this episode of Upnishad Simplified podcast to learn more about the Kundikoupnishad - Sanyas Ashram by Dr. Shisham Aggarwal. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kundikoupnishad is one of the major Upnishad in Hindu philosophy that discusses the nature of the self. This Upnishad proclaims that the true identity of a person lies in their soul, which is immortal and eternal.  Listen to this episode of Upnishad Simplified podcast to learn more about the Kundikoupnishad, which explores the concept of the soul and its relationship to the divine by Dr. Shisham A...

Yogshikho Upnishad tells us how to achieve samadhi in meditation. And how to be calm and peaceful in regular life. In this episode the use of bandhas and  importance of the name Shiv in meditation is discussed. Listen to this episode of Upnishad Simplified podcast to learn more about the Yogshikho Upnishad- Shiv Naam ka Matlab by Dr. Shisham Aggarwal.. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy infor...

Chanting the name Shiv gives immense strength and courage. But what is its true meaning and how does it affect our body and mind? The Yogshikho Upnishad tells us everything about the name Shiv and its origin. Listen to the latest episode of Upnishad Simplified podcast to learn more about the Yogshikho Upnishad- Shiv Naam ka Matlab by Dr. Shisham Aggarwal. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy in...

Shrirkopnishad explains the relationship between the human soul and body, as well as the concepts of Jivatma and Parmatma. Listen to the latest episode of Upnishad Simplified podcast to learn more about the Shrirkopnishad- Aatma Ki Awastha by Dr. Shisham Aggarwal. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The human body is made up of the Panch Bhoot- fire, water, earth, air, and sky. Our physical features, behavior, personality, and everything else depends on our inclination towards the Panch Bhoot. Listen to the latest episode of Upnishad Simplified podcast to learn more about the Panch Bhoot by Dr. Shisham Aggarwal. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shvetashvatara Upnishad is regarded as one of the authoritative Upanishads which form the source of the Vedanta philosophy. It contains elements that can be interpreted to support dualism, qualified nondualism, and even other systems of thought. Listen to the latest episode of Upnishad Simplified, where Dr. Shisham Aggarwal is decoding the meaning of the verses. See omnystudio.com/listener for pri...

The sound of 'OM' is the source and ending of everything in universe. Our voice is a god's blessing and it holds immense power. The importance of 'OM' and the relevance of our words is explained in the Chandogya Upnishad. Listen to the latest episode of Upnishad Simplified podcast to learn more about this Upnishad by Dr. Shisham Aggarwal. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.