In this class, we start a new chapter in the Uddhava Gita -  Śrīmad Bhāgavatam Canto 11, Chapter 24 - Lord Kṛṣṇa returns to the topic of Sāṅkhya Yoga with Uddhava, expanding greatly on the brief overview given earlier in Chapter 22. While Chapter 22 presented a concise enumeration of the tattvas and resolved conflicting philosophical counts, Chapter 24 offers a detailed, step-by-step analysis of how the 24 elements of material nature (prakṛti) evolve, how the soul becomes entangled through misidentification, and how discriminative knowledge (viveka) can be practically applied to dissolve that entanglement and attain liberation.This clear, bhakti-infused presentation serves as an accessible spiritual practice for realizing the distinction between matter and spirit. In this class, we covered verses 11.24.1-5.

How did the universe begin? Before the planets and the stars, there was the "False Ego." In this class on the Uddhava Gita, we hear Krishna explain the fascinating Vedic account of creation. We trace the journey from the subtle False Ego to the gross elements, the "Universal Egg," and the birth of Lord Brahma. Discover the ancient mechanics behind the reality we live in as we advance in Krishna’s explanation of Sankhya Yoga. In this class, we covered verses 11.24.6-10.

Interested in Vedic Cosmology? This class offers a foundational map of the Vedic universe. We explore the three primary planetary divisions created by Lord Brahmā: the heavenly systems (Svar), the intermediate ghostly realms (Bhuvar), and the earthly plane (Bhūr). The discussion dives into the varied "alien" lifeforms inhabiting this cosmic hierarchy, with a special focus on the opulent, subterranean civilizations of the Asuras (demons) and the Nāgas (serpent beings) in the regions below the earth. We conclude with a look at how different paths—mystic yoga versus devotional service—determine one's ultimate destination within or beyond this structure. In this class, we covered verses 11.24.11-14.

In a world of constant flux—jobs shifting, relationships evolving, and possessions coming and going—these ancient verses offer a practical lens for navigating it all. Drawing from the timeless analogy of gold shaped into jewelry or earth molded into pots, we'll explore how everything around us (and within us) is a temporary form of something deeper and unchanging: the essential "ingredients" of matter and spirit. This isn't abstract philosophy; it's a toolkit for real life. Learn to spot the "gold" in your daily experiences—reducing attachment to fleeting things, embracing transformation without fear, and finding peace in knowing that your true self (the soul) endures through every cycle of creation, maintenance, and letting go. Whether you're dealing with career pivots, personal losses, or just the grind of routine, these insights help you live with more resilience, gratitude, and connection to the divine spark in everything. In this class, we covered verses 11.24.15-19.

How does the universe actually end? In this class, we analyze Krishna’s "Reverse Big Bang" from the Uddhava-gita. Discover the precise, scientific sequence of cosmic annihilation—how matter, senses, and time fold back into the Divine source. By understanding how the world dissolves, you destroy the illusion of duality and find what is truly eternal. Hear from Krishna himself on the ultimate fate of reality. In this class, we covered verses 11.24.20-29.