Best Dharma King Podcasts (2024)

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Ep. 53 – The Four Powers of Confidence with Ethan Nichtern 1:05:06

24d ago1:05:06

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Exploring the themes in his new book, Confidence, Ethan Nichtern chats with his dad, David, about vulnerability, truth, and the state of the world. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/beherenow and get on your way to being your best self. In this episode, David and Ethan speak about: Ethan’s new…

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NIGR 51 - Unstable Equilibria 1:34:04

2M ago1:34:04

1:34:04

Louis and DK have a format now This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nigrpodcast.substack.comBy D.K. Dharmaraj

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NIGR 50 - "We Have Bakhmut At Home" 2:40:53

2M ago2:40:53

2:40:53

Don't ask questions, just consume Bakhmut and get excited for next Bakhmut This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nigrpodcast.substack.comBy D.K. Dharmaraj

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Ep. 52 – The Intersection of Love and Awareness with Rhonda V. Magee 1:04:42

3M ago1:04:42

1:04:42

Highlighting the intersection between love and awareness, Rhonda V. Magee joins David to discuss real change in a culture of separation. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/beherenow and get on your way to being your best self. This time on the CSM podcast, David and Rhonda converse about: Rhond…

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NIGR 49 - Israel + Ukraine Updates, End of April 2024 1:30:49

3M ago1:30:49

1:30:49

Louis and DK consume Bakhmut and get excited for next Bakhmut This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nigrpodcast.substack.comBy D.K. Dharmaraj

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NIGR presents I Letter Media: "Wonka Cinematic Universe" 1:14:48

3M ago1:14:48

1:14:48

Louis and DK get paid in jellybean scrip This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nigrpodcast.substack.comBy D.K. Dharmaraj

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Ep. 51 – Eternalism and A.I. with Ramin Nazer 1:24:34

3M ago1:24:34

1:24:34

Ramin Nazer and David Nichtern explore the individual’s place in an ever-changing and technologically-advancing world. Today's podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. Click to receive 10% off your first month with your own licensed professional therapist: betterhelp.com/beherenow This time on CSM, we hear about: Technological advancement and the collec…

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NIGR 47 - Purim Attack 2024 1:26:25

4M ago1:26:25

1:26:25

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nigrpodcast.substack.comBy D.K. Dharmaraj

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Ep. 50 – A Mindful Approach to Panic with Dan Harris 1:03:38

4M ago1:03:38

1:03:38

Discussing his experience with panic attacks, Dan Harris describes the tools that have helped him move from resistance to acceptance. Today's podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. Click to receive 10% off your first month with your own licensed professional therapist: betterhelp.com/beherenow In this episode, David and Dan dive into: How Dan went fro…

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NIGR 46 - Gamer Gate 2.0(?) 52:58

4M ago52:58

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This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nigrpodcast.substack.comBy D.K. Dharmaraj

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N Letter Media - "Starship Troopers" 1:43:49

5M ago1:43:49

1:43:49

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nigrpodcast.substack.comBy D.K. Dharmaraj

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NIGR 44 AVDIIIIIIVKA FALLS 1:29:54

5M ago1:29:54

1:29:54

Louis and DK get excited for next Bakhmut This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nigrpodcast.substack.comBy D.K. Dharmaraj

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NIGR 43 - Yemeni Mindset 1:42:59

6M ago1:42:59

1:42:59

Louis and DK discuss the latest Crusader Kings DLC This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nigrpodcast.substack.comBy D.K. Dharmaraj

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NIGR Gamer Korps January 2024 1:02:42

6M ago1:02:42

1:02:42

Louis and DK defend Evropa This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nigrpodcast.substack.comBy D.K. Dharmaraj

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NIGR 41 - Gaza War Updates 1:31:49

6M ago1:31:49

1:31:49

Louis and DK noclip to IRL de_dust This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nigrpodcast.substack.comBy D.K. Dharmaraj

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NIGR 40 - NIGR RETURNS 1:07:37

7M ago1:07:37

1:07:37

Louis and DK are so back (it has never been over) This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nigrpodcast.substack.comBy D.K. Dharmaraj

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Ep. 49 – The Mind-Body Interplay with Dr. Sarà King 1:21:05

7M ago1:21:05

1:21:05

Examining the interplay between mind and body, neuroscientist Dr. Sarà King and David Nichtern talk trauma, dream-work, and the sense of self. David and Dr. Sarà traverse these topics: Dr. Sarà’s research on generational trauma and ancestral intelligence The autonomic nervous system and how trauma is stored in the body Fight, Flight, Freeze, Faint,…

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Ep. 48 – The Relative and The Absolute with Rabbi Dr. Jay Michaelson 1:17:21

8M ago1:17:21

1:17:21

Focusing on the relative and absolute, Rabbi Dr. Jay Michaelson and David Nichtern explore mindfulness, mysticism, and more. David and Jay spend this episode discussing: - Jay’s interdisciplinary background and seizing the day - Mindfulness and Jewish mysticism - Spiritual and Sensual Exploration - Relying on a joyful state of mind - The intersecti…

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Ep. 47 – We Were Made for These Times with Kaira Jewel Lingo 1:01:21

8M ago1:01:21

1:01:21

Mindfulness teacher, Kaira Jewel Lingo, chats with David Nichtern about the power of spiritual community and self-assessment. Today's podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. Click to receive 10% off your first month with your own licensed professional therapist: betterhelp.com/beherenow In this episode, David and Kaira discuss: The practice of sharing …

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Episode 28 - Story of King Brihaadratha and the path to moksha – Chapter 1 – Maitreya Upanishad 17:29

10M ago17:29

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Today's story is taken from Maitreya Upanishad. This story is featured in chapter 1 of the Upanishad. This chapter describes the dialogue between the great ascetic king Brihaadratha from the Ikshvaaku dynasty or Solar dynasty and Sage Saakaayana. Please like, share, subscribe and download my podcast “Stories from Upanishads”, available on multiple …

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Tracy King | Honoring the gritty, embracing the mystical 1:20:19

11M ago1:20:19

1:20:19

My soul-friend, Tracy King, from across the big lake, gives a peek inside the experience of waking up in a life shaped by evangelical Christianity, only to realize it was a life they never wanted, and could no longer tolerate. Tracy shares their story and how they landed in a life full of grit and mysticism. I always love my time with Tracy, I thin…

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Episode 27- What is AUM? Maandukya Upanishad Part 2 23:52

11M ago23:52

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The part 2 of Maandukya Upanishad deals with "AUM". It describes verses 8-12 from the Upanishad. It tells us about "AUM", how do you pronounce it? What happens when you chant "AUM" and many other secrets lying hidden in the syllable "AUM"? How it is connected to Viraat Purush, Hiraanyagarbha, Ishwara and Brahman? Why silence is "Turiya" the fourth …

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Kultur Terror - Conscription in the 21st Century 1:48:56

11M ago1:48:56

1:48:56

Louis, DK, and special guest Coffee Long are not fortunate sons Coffee's Telegram: https://t.me/THEABUSEHOUR This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nigrpodcast.substack.comBy D.K. Dharmaraj

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Ep. 46 – Joining Heaven and Earth 33:02

11M ago33:02

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David Nichtern explores how mindfulness meditation is the primary tool on our journey of joining Heaven and Earth, which are our highest aspirations and our day-to-day practicalities. This episode is taken from one of David’s Dharma Moon Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Training sessions. The Intro to Mindfulness and the Path of Meditation program, w…

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Episode 26 - “Ayam Aatma Brahma” - Maandukya Upanishad - Part 1 40:24

11M ago40:24

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This is the 1st part of the Maandukya Upanishad in which the teacher describes the 4 states of Self. This episode also describes one of the Mahaavaakya from Upanishad -"Ayam Aatma Brahma" which means - "This Self is Brahman". As told in Muktika Upanishad, Maandukya Upanishad is the most important of all the 108 Upanishads. So come on friends, let's…

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Kultur Terror - Tintin 1:12:56

12M ago1:12:56

1:12:56

Louis, DK, and Zoomer Imperator set off on a somewhat formulaic, but ultimately satisfying adventure This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nigrpodcast.substack.comBy D.K. Dharmaraj

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Ep. 45 – In Tune with Richard Wolf 1:18:48

11M ago1:18:48

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David is joined by Emmy Award-winning composer, author, multi-Platinum record producer and songwriter Richard Wolf for a conversation about music, mindfulness, and success. Join David Nichtern and Robert Thurman on Tuesday, August 22nd to discuss teaching meditation and find out more about Dharma Moon and Tibet House's renowned mindfulness meditati…

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Ullambana and Feeding the Hungry Spirits 18:45

12M ago18:45

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Late summer through early fall is an important time for many Buddhist cultures, a time in which we offer food and drink to our ancestors, and we feed the hungry ghosts in our midst. In this episode, Sensei Morris talks about the significance of these observances, including instructions about how the listener also might make an offering to the hungr…

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Jamie Rittenberry | When life give you lemons... 1:35:26

12M ago1:35:26

1:35:26

Jamie Rittenberry has one heck of a story, but he might sometimes be reluctant to share it as he admits to being uncomfortable participating in the "trauma-olympics." While he faced a ton of adversity, his humble and kind nature led him to downplay his own experiences so as not to diminish anyone else's. I was simply hoping to learn more about Jami…

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Episode 25- What are the paths of liberation? Part 2 - Muktika Upanishad 32:12

1y ago32:12

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Dear friends, I am back with the next part of the story - "What are the paths of liberation". The episode will tell you about types of Vaasanaas or desires, what are the fluctuations of the mind and how to control it, what are jivan mukti and Videha mukti. I hope you will love this episode as you have loved the previous part. Please visit the websi…

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NIGR 37 - Gamer Korps - July 11, 2023 1:14:15

1y ago1:14:15

1:14:15

Louis and DK briefly remember that their podcast is about video games This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nigrpodcast.substack.comBy D.K. Dharmaraj

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Episode 24- What are the paths of liberation? A story of Shri Ramchandra and Hanuman Chapter 1 - From Muktika Upnishad 24:59

1y ago24:59

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Muktika Upanishad is the last of the 108 Upanishads which is derived from Shukla Yajur Veda. I have extracted this story from this upanishad which presents a dialogue between Lord Shree Ramchandra and Lord Hanuman, where in Hanuman asks Lord Ram about the vedanta, upanishads and paths of salvation. This episode features adhyaya 1 or chapter 1 from …

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NIGR 36 - Wagner Coup! 1:32:43

1y ago1:32:43

1:32:43

Louis and DK aren't quite sure what to do with their Wagner PMC patches This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nigrpodcast.substack.comBy D.K. Dharmaraj

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Ep. 44 – Professional Wrestling and the Middle Way with Matt Sydal 1:04:38

1y ago1:04:38

1:04:38

Matt Sydal joins David to talk about wisdom gained through imperfection, and how professional wrestling connects to the Middle Way. Today's podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. Click to receive 10% off your first month with your own licensed professional therapist: betterhelp.com/beherenow In this episode, Matt joins David to discuss: The variations…

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Episode 23 - Satyameva Jayate - Mundaka Upanishad 46:57

1y ago46:57

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Satyameva Jayate Na-anrtam - satyena panthaa vitato devayaanah | Yen-aakramanty-rsayo hyaapta-kaamaa - Yatr tat satyasya paramam nidhaanam || Which means - Truth alone triumphs not untruth. By truth is laid out the divine path, which the seers who are free from desires, reach to the supreme abode of truth”. This is story from Mundaka Upanishad and …

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NIGR 35 - "Mechwarrior" 1:47:41

1y ago1:47:41

1:47:41

Louis and DK take a break from their coverage of the Slavic Refusal War to discuss giant stompy robots and what PC gaming was like in the 90s with special guests Alex McNabb and Wrench This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nigrpodcast.substack.com…

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Ukraine War Updates - early June, 2023 1:26:59

1y ago1:26:59

1:26:59

Louis and DK collect some clout chips and place down a few more This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nigrpodcast.substack.comBy D.K. Dharmaraj

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NIGR 33 - "The Super Mario Bros. Movie" 1:01:30

1y ago1:01:30

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Louis and DK triple jump BING BING WAHOOOOOO This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nigrpodcast.substack.comBy D.K. Dharmaraj

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Episode 22 - Shat Prashna - Prasna Upanishad - Part 2 19:30

1y ago19:30

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This episode is in continuation of last week's podcast episode on Prashna Upanishad - Shat Prashna. It is a collection of 6 questions asked by 6 different students to their guru Sage Pipalada. In today's episode, the next 3 set of questions and their responses are retold. The 4th question was asked by Gaargya on what is that thing which sleeps when…

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Every Step of the Journey is the No-Journey 15:01

1y ago15:01

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In this talk, Sensei Morris discusses a saying by one of his teachers, Ven. Khai Thien--"Every step of the journey is the journey." He shares thoughts on how to make use of this saying, and also how to transcend it, to experience the "no journey" that the instruction ultimately embodies. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/…

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Ep. 43 – Composing Dharma with Sean Callery 1:16:13

1y ago1:16:13

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Emmy-winning composer Sean Callery and David discuss true fearlessness, how Trungpa Rinpoche heard music, and the symphony of impermanence. Join David Nichtern and Robert Thurman to discuss teaching meditation and find out more about Dharma Moon and Tibet House's renowned mindfulness meditation teacher training: FREE ONLINE TALK In this episode, Da…

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Episode 21 - Shat Prashna - 6 Questions - Part 1 33:20

1y ago33:20

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This is the part 1 of Shat Prashna or 6 questions from Prashna Upanishad. Once 6 hermits named Sukeshaa Bharadwaja, the descendant of Sage Bharadwaja, Saibya Satyakama, the grandson of Surya named Sauryaayani, Gaargya from the line of Garga, Kausalya Aasvalaayana the son of Asvala, Vaidarbhi Bhargava from the line of Bhrigu and Kabandhii Kaatyaana,…

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Album of NIGR 1:35:50

1y ago1:35:50

1:35:50

Louis and DK interview very special guest Svenpai about his new release, "The Album of Color" This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nigrpodcast.substack.comBy D.K. Dharmaraj

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Ep. 42 – Mindful Homes with Anjie Cho 1:17:06

1y ago1:17:06

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Author, architect, and feng shui expert, Anjie Cho, joins David Nichtern to inspire listeners to revitalize their homes and their lives through the practice of mindful design. Today's podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. Click to receive 10% off your first month with your own licensed professional therapist: betterhelp.com/beherenow Join David Nicht…

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No Peace at White Sands 11:45

1y ago11:45

11:45

White Sands Buddhist Center is a peaceful place. And yet, there is no peace at White Sands. In this episode, Sensei Morris Doshin Sullivan talks about how to make peace by embodying peace. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/morris-sullivan/support

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Ep. 41 – Infinity and Emptiness with Acharya Shunya 1:04:32

1+ y ago1:04:32

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Exploring Vedic principles in a modern era, Vedic scholar and Lineage Holder Acharya Shunya joins David Nichtern in a reflection on infinity and emptiness. Take part in a free online evening of exploration with Acharya Shunya and David Nichtern. Enjoy a presentation by Acharya Shunya titled “Awakening Goddess Saraswati with Mantra, Meditation & Sac…

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Episode 20 - Narada and Sanatkumara 44:01

1+ y ago44:01

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This is a story from Chandogya Upanishad. In this story devarishi Narada seeks teachings from his brother and sage Sanatkumara on how to attain infinite happiness or Bhumaiva Sukham. This episode also touches upon an another interesting story about Sanatkumar and Lord Shiva. So dear friends, sit tight for an another interesting episode on Stories f…

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Episode 19 - Yagnavalkya and King Janaka Part 2 40:43

1+ y ago40:43

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What are desires? What are dreams? How does the soul transmigrate? Is Self Indeed Brahman? Is Self the light for the man, when there is no sun, moon or fire? All these questions are answered in the episode - Yagnavalkya and King Janaka part 2, which is the concluding part of the question and answer session between the two learned men from ancient I…

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KT 17 - Occupational Prestige in Postwar American Life 1:39:56

1+ y ago1:39:56

1:39:56

Louis and DK resuscitate armchair anthropology This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nigrpodcast.substack.comBy D.K. Dharmaraj

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Episode 18 - Yagnavalkya and King Janaka -Part 1 29:21

1+ y ago29:21

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BU presents most of the stories from the life of the ancient vedic sage Yagnavalkya and many of them also feature King Janaka of Videha. Today's story is part 1 of never ending conversation between the Sage and the King. In this story, the king learns about Speech, Sight, Hearing, Vital Force, Mind and Heart are forms of Supreme Brahman! Hubhopper …

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