The Secret of the Field and the Knower | Swami Sarvapriyananda | Bhagavad Gita Ch. 13

Discover the profound wisdom of Bhagavad Gita Chapter 13 with Swami Sarvapriyananda in this immersive workshop recorded live at the Sivananda Ashram Yoga Retreat Bahamas (January 2026). In this session, Swami ji explores the foundational Advaita Vedanta teaching of the "Field" (Kshetra) and the "Field-Knower" (Kshetrajna), guiding seekers through the systematic process of discerning pure consciousness from the changing body-mind complex. Whether you are new to nondual philosophy or a seasoned practitioner, this teaching provides a clear, modern roadmap for identifying as the witnessing awareness behind all experience. Moving beyond intellectual concepts, this workshop focuses on Nondual Realization and Manifestation, offering practical tools for direct self-inquiry and meditation. You will learn how to cultivate the 20 qualities of knowledge described by Sri Krishna and bridge the gap between ancient Vedantic truth and your daily lived experience. This teaching is designed to move you from theory to the direct realization of "Tat Tvam Asi" (You Are That), bringing unshakeable peace and spiritual freedom into every aspect of life. 0:00 – Opening Chants and Introduction 5:15 – Recap: The Knower (Purusha) and the Field (Prakriti) 12:30 – Verse 19: The Beginningless Nature of Matter and Spirit 22:45 – The Cause of Samsara: Attachment to the Gunas 34:10 – Verse 22: The Supreme Soul as the Observer and Sustainer 45:20 – Four Paths to Realization: Meditation, Inquiry, and Action 58:00 – The Vision of Equality: Seeing the Divine in All Beings 1:12:15 – Analogy of Space and the Sun: The Untouched Self 1:25:30 – Verse 34: The Eye of Wisdom and the End of Bondage 1:35:00 – Closing Summary: Integrating the Vision into Daily Life 1:45:00 – Final Q&A and Closing Chants #Nonduality #Advaita #SwamiSarvapriyananda #SivanandaAshram #Vedanta #BhagavadGita