Download or read book Bhagavadgita 15- YOGA OF DIVINE SPIRIT MAYA & LIVING SPIRIT written by BASANT PRABHAT JOSHI and published by Basant Prabhat Joshi. This book was released on 2023-04-26 with total page 11 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this chapter of the Bhagavad Gita, Sri Krishna explains the concept of the soul, which is also known as the atman. The soul is considered the true essence of a person and is believed to be eternal, unchanging, and indestructible. It is distinct from the physical body and is said to be the source of consciousness, intelligence, and life force. Sri Krishna explains that while we generally think of the soul as being located within the body, it is an absolute element that pervades the entire universe. The soul is self-enlightened and calm, and its original form is indescribable. All divine qualities and attributes are contained within the soul in a seed form. The soul has two stages: the first stage is complete divine consciousness, and the second stage is complete ignorance. From this state of ignorance, the whole creation arises. This means that the universe, as we know it, emerges from the second stage of the soul. Sri Krishna also explains that the soul has two children: God and the living spirit. The living spirit is often confused with the soul, but it is the power of the soul. When the soul is implanted in nature, it becomes the living spirit or Jiva-self. The Jiva-self is unique because it can develop consciousness progressively and become divine through spiritual practice. One important concept to understand is that the soul is unattached, free, and complete in itself. It does not come or go anywhere, and it is not affected by any actions or experiences. It is the root nature of everything in the universe and has held the world since the beginning of time. In summary, the soul is the eternal essence of a person that pervades the entire universe. It has two stages, the first being complete divine consciousness, and the second being complete ignorance. The soul has two children, God and the living spirit, and the living spirit can develop consciousness progressively through spiritual practice. The soul is unattached, free, and complete in itself, and it is the root nature of everything in the universe.