Скачать или смотреть 113. Mahabharata: Indian Philosophy of Values | New Lecture Series by Swami Tattwamayananda

Welcome to the opening session of “Mahabharata: Indian Philosophy of Values,” presented by Swami Tattwamayananda.
This program is part of the series: The Foundational Texts of Indian Philosophy.

00:00 Welcome & Instructions
00:26 Introduction to the Series
03:59 Starting the Mahabharata Discussion
05:04 Main Theme: Dharma
05:34 Ramayana vs Mahabharata
07:00 Rama and Krishna Compared
09:00 Understanding Dharma in Daily Life
10:44 Draupadi’s Humiliation
13:06 Misinterpreting Nonviolence
14:35 World War II Example
17:14 Dharma, Leadership & Justice
20:13 Four Aims: Dharma, Artha, Kama, Moksha
23:32 When Dharma Is Lost
25:04 Good People and Failure to Act
26:05 Practical Dharma
27:36 Dharma Protects Those Who Protect It
29:12 Comparison with Iliad
31:05 Rama’s Compassion Example
35:07 Q&A Begins
36:07 Q&A – Opening
36:59 Q&A – What is Dharma?
40:55 Q&A – Rama vs Krishna
45:06 Q&A – Ideal Character in Mahabharata
47:07 Q&A – Yaksha Prashna
52:19 Q&A – Why Bhishma & Drona Supported Kauravas?
53:33 Q&A – Vegetarianism & Spirituality
55:18 Q&A – Dharma in Modern Context
1:03:33 Q&A – Dealing with Regret & Anger
1:07:00 Q&A – Why Krishna Favored Bhishma over Karna?
1:11:52 Q&A – Strength vs Softness
1:24:00 Q&A – How to Study Mahabharata
1:26:02 Q&A – Balancing Responsibilities
1:30:46 Closing Remarks
1:32:33 Conclusion & Prayer


The Mahabharata, one of India’s greatest epics, offers profound insights into dharma, ethical reasoning, spiritual discipline, and the principles that shape inner harmony. In this series, Swamiji examines the epic through the lens of Vedanta, revealing how its timeless teachings can guide modern life, personal development, and values-based living.

Speaker: Swami Tattwamayananda
Start Date: Sunday, November 30, 2025
Time: 6:00–7:30 p.m. (Pacific Time)
Format: Online Class (hosted by the Stanford Hindu Students Association)

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