Roar of the Ganges by Swami Tadatmananda: Part 11 (Yamsox Live Reading April 18th, 2024)

Join us on a spiritual journey along the 'Roar of the Ganges,' as we embark from the holy banks of Rishikesh to the depths of meditation, exploring the nuanced interplay between desire, renunciation, and the quest for superior happiness. This enlightening discussion delves into the Buddhist and Vedantic perspectives on desire, the pursuit of desirelessness, and the profound realization that true fulfillment transcends material satisfaction. Discover how outgrowing desires paves the way for spiritual liberation and a deeper understanding of life's ultimate purpose.

Chapters:
0:00:00 Introduction to 'Roar of the Ganges'
0:01:50 Invocation for Spiritual Upliftment
0:02:11 Rishikesh: A Spiritual Setting
0:02:46 The Disappointment at the Cave
0:03:26 The Irony of Desire and Renunciation
0:04:30 Exploring the Depths of Meditation
0:05:42 The Nature of Unsatiated Desires
0:06:06 The Power and Persistence of Desire
0:06:39 Buddhist and Vedantic Views on Desire
0:07:16 The Pursuit of Desirelessness
0:08:06 The Futility of Satisfying Desires
0:09:45 Outgrowing Desires through Superior Happiness
0:11:05 The Sadhu's Unfulfilled Spiritual Quest