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Timeless Vedanta – Don’t Believe. KNOW!

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Introducing “Timeless Vedanta” – A Channel Dedicated to Non-Dual Wisdom

The Timeless Vedanta Channel on YouTube

Dear Readers,

“It brings me immense joy to announce the launch of my new YouTube channel, Timeless Vedanta – a space dedicated solely to sharing the pure essence of Advaita Vedanta in a clear, rational, and practical manner.

“In today’s world, which is saturated with noise, confusion, and often superficial spirituality, there is a deep hunger among thoughtful seekers – especially young minds – for clarity and truth. Timeless Vedanta is a space to gain such understanding

“This channel is not about religion, dogma, or blind belief. It is about direct exploration, deep inquiry, and the timeless truth of non-duality – the understanding that your innermost Self is not separate from the reality that pervades all existence.

What You Can Expect:

  • Thought-provoking explorations of the Srimad Bhagavad Gita, Upanishads, and Brahma Sutras
  • Connections between Vedantic thought and Western philosophies, including Spinozism and Stoicism
  • Simple, logical explanations of profound topics such as consciousness, existence, and the nature of reality
  • A firm rejection of superstition, ritualism, and unnecessary complexity
  • Content that encourages critical thinking, self-reflection, and most importantly, direct understanding

Why “Timeless Vedanta”?

Because truth does not age. It is not bound by culture, belief, or time. The teachings of Vedanta, when stripped of layers of tradition and theological interpretation, reveal a science of consciousness that is as relevant today as it was thousands of years ago.

This channel is open to people of all cultural and religious backgrounds who have an open mind and a sincere desire to seek clarity.

This channel is an invitation to rediscover that wisdom, to see clearly, and to live freely.

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Born by Chance, Fooled by Belief

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Unravelling the Illusion of Fate in a Stochastic Universe

Many people believe there’s a ‘grand plan’ behind everything—a higher power or force shaping events through fate, destiny, or divine will. This belief often leads us to surrender a significant portion of our mental capacity and autonomy to things we cannot fully prove: unseen beings, sacred books, religious intermediaries, and abstract concepts. But what if this comforting story is merely a creation we’ve been telling ourselves for centuries? Even more troubling is that such beliefs breed a sense of entitlement, creating divisions among individuals, fostering inequality, envy, jealousy, and belligerence—forces that ultimately damage lives, relationships, and our natural world.

In this short presentation, I confront the illusion of fate head-on. Let us examine the stochastic nature of existence—not through superstition or sentiment, but through reason, science, and Vedanta. From the genetic lottery you were born into, to the subtle conditioning shaped by environment and epigenetics, you’ll see how much of your life has just happened. No blueprint. No cosmic purpose. No invisible puppeteer.

Let us question why religions and mythologies have always tried to impose order upon chaos, and why fatalism is just another form of resignation. I present Karma not as divine justice, but simply as cause and effect. Actions and consequences, not punishments and rewards.

And yet, this isn’t a descent into nihilism. Far from it.

To embrace randomness is to reject the passive comfort of fate and to step into clarity. Life doesn’t need a script to have meaning. Meaning arises not from predestination, but from conscious living in an unpredictable world.

This presentation is for the quietly curious, the disillusioned believer, the sceptic, the philosopher—and anyone ready to ask: What if chance isn’t your enemy, but your liberation?

Haven’t you completed the Srimad Bhagavad Gita yet? Here is your solution:

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Religion Failed You – Vedanta Won’t

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VEDANTA DOESN’T NEGATE ‘GOD’, IT ….. (READ ON AND WATCH THE VIDEO)

Vedanta gets you out of DELUSION.

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What if everything you’ve been taught about ‘god’, worship, and salvation is just the kindergarten of the path of the rational philosophy of Vedanta?

The ancient Rishis (wise, selfless sages) spoke in metaphors and extensive analogies—not to hide the truth, but because ultimate reality must be directly experienced. It cannot be handed to you as dogma or belief.

Yet what do the ignorant masses do? They take the allegories literally and spin them into entire new cults, sects, and traditions! Haven’t you seen all those ‘I-know-it-all’ bearded men in flowing robes strutting around like proud peacocks who spin yarns about being reincarnations of some old sages who existed 50,000 years ago and so on? Where does all that come from? How do those people even get there? One reason: The IGNORANCE of the masses strengthened by the disease of DUALITY infused into them – or rather, the lack of knowledge of NONDUALITY or universal oneness in them.

Watch the video presentation below to understand why such profound analogies exist in the Puranas, Itihasas, and Vedantic scriptures at all.

It is indeed comforting to believe in a ‘divine father’ watching over us—listening to our prayers, changing all his plans only because we were ‘good children’ or fasted sincerely, rewarding good, punishing evil. Temples and prayers sustain this. A necessary beginning, maybe, but it is like ‘spiritual kindergarten’. True awakening requires quitting kindergarten and progressing toward Vedanta’s university.

Below are a few points why Vedanta stands apart:
• It rejects all blind belief in any supernatural being or other such unintelligent stuff in favour of direct knowledge
• It transcends ritual worship through Self-inquiry
• Through studying the master-disciple dialogues, seekers systematically remove ignorance to recognise their true nature – which the Srimad Bhagavad Gita reveals as the highest state of consciousness – SBG 2:72

What we call “spiritual seeking” often becomes mental chasing. Vedanta ends this by revealing:
✓ The illusion of separation between seeker and sought
✓ That rituals cannot give what you already are
✓ How to recognise the eternal presence beyond birth and death
✓ That the ultimate goal isn’t conceptual – it’s a transformed state of mind (what the Gita calls “sthita-pragnyaa”) SBG 2:55

This isn’t about new beliefs – it’s about realising the truth that:
• Liberates from all mental conditioning
• Establishes one in natural peace
• Reveals consciousness as your fundamental state

This is not about adopting new beliefs—it’s about transcending belief itself, to know truth directly.

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(For those ready to move from concepts to direct realisation)

The wave need not believe it is the ocean—it need only look and realise that it is the ocean.

Aum Tat Sat.

This knowledge isn’t “enlightenment” — it’s what remains when all illusions fall away.

🔄 I know few will read this or watch the myth-shattering video – truth tends to terrify the comfortable. But if these words stir even the faintest doubt in some corner of your conditioned mind, share it with someone still trapped in ‘spiritual kindergarten’. They might just deserve their first taste of freedom.

Truth Doesn’t Care About Your Beliefs: Uncover the Ultimate Reality

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You’ve been told what to think. You’ve been conditioned to accept, obey, and conform. But what if everything you believe—everything you rely on—has been carefully placed there to keep you from seeing the truth?

What if the world around you isn’t what it seems?

This isn’t just another talk. It’s an experience—one that might shake the very foundation of what you think is real. But be warned: once you step through this door, there is no going back.

Are you ready to challenge everything? Watch now.

Kenopanishad – The Path Beyond Perception

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What if everything you worship, think, and perceive is not the ultimate truth?

The Kenopanishad shakes the very foundation of our understanding by revealing that Brahman—the ultimate reality—is not what the senses perceive, nor what the mind can grasp. It is that by which all perception happens, yet remains beyond perception itself.

I am pleased to share my English explanation of the Kenopanishad, now available on the new Vedanta channel, Timeless Vedanta. This Upanishad is a profound text that explores the nature of ultimate reality, the limitations of perception, and the essence of Brahman—the supreme truth that is beyond the grasp of the senses and intellect.

This video presents a clear and insightful analysis of the Kenopanishad, encouraging deeper reflection and self-inquiry. Watch, learn, and break free from blind beliefs to embrace the wisdom of Vedanta.

Your engagement helps spread the knowledge of Advaita Vedanta and enables more seekers to benefit from these ancient yet ever-relevant teachings.

Summary of the Kenopanishad

The Kenopanishad from the Sama Veda’s Talavakara Brahmana is a profound exploration of Brahman, the ultimate reality that transcends sensory perception and intellectual comprehension. It is structured into four sections, addressing the nature of consciousness, the limitations of the mind and senses, and the necessity of realisation beyond mere knowledge.

I. The Nature of Brahman

The text begins with fundamental inquiries: What is the force behind the mind, speech, and senses? What enables perception and cognition? The answer given is that Brahman is the unseen power that enables all faculties yet remains beyond their grasp.

  • Brahman is the “ear of the ear, the mind of the mind, the speech of speech, the life of life, and the eye of the eye.”
  • The wise attain immortality by renouncing identification with the senses and realising this truth.
  • Brahman is beyond thought, speech, and sight, yet it is that by which the mind thinks, speech expresses, and the eyes see.
  • “Nedam-yadidam-upaasate” – That which is worshipped as an object is not Brahman; the real Brahman is that which enables perception itself.

II. The Paradox of Knowing Brahman

The Upanishad asserts that Brahman is not fully knowable, nor is it completely unknown. It is beyond dualistic comprehension:

  • If one thinks, “I know Brahman,” they have only a partial understanding.
  • Brahman is known by those who realise they do not fully know and remains unknown to those who think they know it completely.
  • True knowledge of Brahman leads to immortality, strength, and ultimate fulfilment.

III. The Parable of the Gods and Brahman’s Revelation

The Upanishad illustrates the ignorance of the gods through a symbolic story:

  • After a great victory, the gods (Agni, Vayu, and Indra) assume their triumph is solely their own.
  • Brahman appears as an unknown Yaksha (divine being) to humble them.
  • Agni, the fire god, fails to burn a blade of grass; Vayu, the wind god, fails to lift it—revealing their limited power.
  • Indra, seeking answers, meets Uma (Parvati), the embodiment of wisdom, who reveals that their victory was due to Brahman alone.
  • Indra, being the first to realise this, is praised above the other gods.

IV. The Flash of Realisation

  • Brahman is realised like a lightning flash or a blink of an eye—sudden and beyond conceptualisation.
  • The seeker must meditate on Brahman as “Tadvana” (the most desirable).
  • Austerity, self-restraint, and righteous action serve as the foundation for realisation.
  • One who attains this knowledge becomes established in Brahman, free from ignorance, confusion, suffering, and Karma

The Kenopanishad asserts that Brahman is the essence of all experience but cannot be objectified. It must be known intuitively, not intellectually. The Upanishad leads the seeker away from external worship to direct self-inquiry, revealing that the ultimate truth is not in what is perceived but in that which enables perception itself.

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Blind Belief: The Lazy Man’s presumed ‘Shortcut to Spirituality’

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Vedanta ‘MIND LAUNDRY’

The other day, I was speaking with an old friend when the conversation turned to the tragic stampede at the Kumbh Mela in February 2025 and the official reports highlighting severe faecal contamination in the very waters where thousands had taken ‘holy’ dips. My friend took offence at my remarks and became almost aggressive and confrontational. He insisted that people have the right to their beliefs and that I had no business questioning them.

I want to highlight two important points here:

  1. My friend, like many others, fails to recognise that while he demands respect for people’s beliefs, there are also those who do not subscribe to such beliefs—and they, too, have a right to their views.
  2. My argument was never about belief itself, but about the reckless endangerment of thousands of lives and the pollution of a river they themselves deem ‘holy’ with faecal contamination!

The issue with my friend remains unresolved! So, my old friend is willing to risk our friendship over this thing called belief! Christopher Hitchens rightly said that religion poisons everything.

The most crucial point, however, is that in Advaita Vedanta—the highest attainment on the Vedic path known as Sanatana Dharma—there is no concept of belief. It is a path of knowledge, direct experience, and realisation, not blind faith.

Yet, many continue to follow irrational beliefs and rituals without questioning their origins or validity. These inherited practices are often carried out simply because they are part of tradition, with little thought given to their purpose. How often do people stop to ask: Why am I doing this? Does it make sense?

To encourage critical thinking and deeper reflection, I am reposting two videos that examine the absurdity of beliefs and rituals. These videos challenge the notion that faith alone is enough, exposing how unquestioned traditions shape societies and hinder individuals from seeking true knowledge.

Vedanta emphasises reason and self-inquiry. Instead of surrendering to superstition, one must strive to understand reality as it is, not as it is imagined or dictated by blind faith. True wisdom lies in breaking free from irrational dogmas and seeing the world with clarity.

Unfortunately, as laziness is easier and more comfortable than using our brains and thinking critically, most people prefer the easier route of blindly believing things rather than questioning, studying, and researching.

I invite you to watch these videos with an open mind and reflect on the impact of unquestioned beliefs in your own life.

Newspaper article regarding the pollution of the river Ganga:
“High levels of faecal coliform (microbes from human and animal excreta) were found in river water in which people took holy dip during Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj of Uttar Pradesh, according to a report submitted to the National Green Tribunal by the Central Pollution Control Board.”

https://newsth.live/8g6mIp

How to Destroy the Illusion of False EGO in 5 Minutes?

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Can an Eye See Itself? Understanding the Nature of the Self

[This is a continuation of the post “Not Your Body? Quick Tips to Discover Your True Self!”]

Many seekers struggle with the concept of the Self, often expressing confusion and frustration over their inability to “connect” with it. I’ve heard people saying things like, “I feel the disconnect with my own self,” and so forth. The fact is that such statements are logically flawed. Why? Because the Self is not something to be seen or grasped—it can only be realised. CONTINUE READING AND WATCHING THE VIDEO ON SUBSTACK.

11 Years of Vedantic Wisdom: A Special Gift of the Srimad Bhagavad Gita Audiobook

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11th Anniversary of tavamithramsarvada.com

It was after one of the many miracles in my life that I started this blog back in 2014. My intention was not only to share my knowledge of Vedanta, but also to walk alongside fellow seekers on the path of self-inquiry and truth. I created a website dedicated to the Srimad Bhagavad Gita, featuring Sanskrit Shlokas, transliterations, and my own English translations. Over the years, thousands have visited my blogs, and I have published accessible translations of the Srimad Bhagavad Gita along with hundreds of videos.

Today, as we begin the 12th year of this blog, and as a gesture of friendship and affection, I am releasing my latest audiobook as a YouTube video. The video is as long as a typical feature film, but the difference is profound—the three hours you invest in this audiobook can transform your entire outlook on yourself, others, and life itself.

All you have to do is press play and listen to it. I have explained the entire text in an easily relatable manner.

As someone deeply devoted to sharing the wisdom of the Srimad Bhagavad Gita and the Upanishads, I have never promoted rites and rituals in my work. Anything or anyone that obstructs one’s realisation of truth or delays their pursuit of true knowledge is best avoided. All dualistic beliefs and attachments inevitably lead to suffering. The only path to liberation is the pursuit of the ultimate non-dual truth—beyond which nothing more remains to be attained.

Despite offering free copies of this audiobook through promo codes, many still do not complete the book. It is this widespread ignorance that religious figures exploit, building their own cults and keeping followers perpetually ‘drugged’ on beliefs, myths, and rituals.

The Srimad Bhagavad Gita itself states that the supreme truth is easy to attain. What is required is ‘Jignyaasa’—curiosity, inquisitiveness, and a sincere desire for knowledge.

Since this audiobook is now available on YouTube, all that is required is to start the video and listen.

With affection and best wishes, I urge you to watch the entire video without skipping or missing any parts.

Stay blessed

Jai Shri Krishna

Bhaja Govindam on the Timeless Vedanta Channel

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Bhaja Govindam: The Song That Will Transform Your Life

Most people listen to or recite Bhaja Govindam without grasping its true essence—but this profound composition by Shri Adi Shankara is far profound than what most people might think. It is a bold call to awaken from ignorance, starting with the striking words, “O Fool,” and leading to a life of wisdom and responsibility.

In this video, The Bhaja Govindam Song on the new Timeless Vedanta YouTube Channel, I unravel the deeper meaning of each Shloka, providing an English translation alongside a downloadable PDF with the original Sanskrit, transliteration, and translation.

Bhaja Govindam is not about blind beliefs or meaningless rituals but about attaining SELF-knowledge (Atmagnyaana), freeing the mind from delusions, and embracing Vedantic clarity. This understanding is vital in today’s world, where distractions pull us away from truth.

Watch the video, explore this timeless wisdom, and pair it with The Ever-Relevant Gita: A Present-Day Rendering—together, they will bring you clarity, peace, and a truly fulfilling life.

Your Life, Your Movie – A Profound Revelation

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You Are The Director of Your Life

What if the secret to a truly fulfilling life has been right before your eyes all along? What if the simple shift in perspective presented in this video could transform the way you experience life itself?

I invite you to watch Your Life, Your Movie, a powerful presentation that could change the way you approach your existence. Drawing from my time in the world of cinema as a stuntman and actor, I have come to see life through the lens of filmmaking—where the real magic is not in the final product but in the journey of creation. The same principle applies to our lives. Too often, we get caught up in chasing a distant outcome, forgetting that the most enriching moments happen in the process.

In this video, I reveal an essential truth—one that can dissolve stress, regret, and the perpetual longing for a future that never truly arrives. Whether it’s making a film, preparing a meal, or working on any meaningful endeavour, the joy is found in the doing, not just in the result.

Have you ever wondered why even the most successful people continue striving, barely pausing to celebrate their achievements? It’s because the destination is fleeting, but the journey is where life happens. The challenge, however, is that most people struggle to remain present. They either dwell on the past or project themselves into an uncertain future, missing the richness of the Now.

This presentation draws on timeless wisdom, personal experiences, and profound insights to guide you toward a simple yet transformative realisation. If you can grasp and implement this one secret, it could redefine your entire outlook on life.

Are you ready to shift your perspective?

‘Watch Your Life, Your Movie’ and discover the truth for yourself.