The Bhagavad Gita is the divine song, sung by the Lord Himself. It is a handbook of inspiration and guidance that teaches valuable life’s lessons and enables us to stay firmly on the right path and live an inspired life.
On the 10th of March, a 60 minute session on the topic, “Life Equations from the Bhagavad Gita”, was conducted by Aravind, assisted by Geethaji. This unique
presentation was put forth to 125 students of of DJ Sanghvi College of Engineering (DJSCOE), in the form of mathematical equations, explaining 4 fundamental concepts from the Gita.
The session began with a set of questions to make the participants appreciate the universal appeal of the Bhagavad Gita across ages, boundaries, cultures and vocations. Examples of organizations were given, that have used teachings from the Gita, as their logo/motto.
In all, four equations were discussed, based on 4 verses from the 2nd chapter of the Gita.
These equations dealt with the following aspects: -
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How to gain Happiness
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The need for personality integration
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The importance of a higher vision
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How to act singe pointedly!
A Video clip with talks by Pu. Gurudev, on the focal point these Life’s equations; was presented to the participants. Interactive activity-based sessions further reinforced the fundamental idea supporting each equation.
A Q & A session followed, where students could clarify their doubts and get answers to their queries. The session was made possible due to the efforts of Dr. Hari Vasudevan, a Chinmaya Mission member and the principal of DJSCOE.
Here are a few feedbacks given by the participants and a faculty member:
“Excellent description of the Bhagawad Gita and nice inspiration. Nice way to explain lessons from the Geeta” - Kush Nimesh Sompura
“Such a positive interaction! Need more such seminars helping us to remind us of the truth! Thank you!”
Sanidhya Mathur
“Have been a part of Chinmaya family before and this has been a rejuvenating session”
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Aishwarya Nair
“The session was very well conducted, organised and managed (considering that our students are notorious for very low patience!!!) Most importantly something I liked and marked was, that an apparently 'boring' topic was made lively and interactive, a right cord was stuck with younger generation with the help of activities (games), as well as by citing examples to which the students could relate instantly.
We hope that similar such sessions conducted by (you or equally proactive young faculty) can help reach-out to our young and extremely talented - but vulnerable, student fraternity.”
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Prof. Prasad Joshi (Head- Department of Electronics Engg. DJSCOE)
