24 A 200-Year-Old Hindu Warning About Silence - Truth from Swaminarayan's Shikshapatri book

Based on Swaminarayan's Shikshapatri I share the advice not to hide your religion in shame, particularly as modern society tries to destroy religion, but be proud. Live 3.11.2022.0:00 – Intro, Gayatri mantra, reading from "The Art Of Satsang Simplified" by Sadguru Devprasaddasji Swami4:43 – Introductory thoughts on show, thanks for comments on videos7:44 – Personal/unorthodox interpretation of Shikshapatri to make it relevant to present day9:41 – Reading Shikshapatri literally & looking for essence for new readers11:58 – Reading Shikshapatri verses 33 & 39 (from B.A.P.S. translation & American English translation by Dr. Babaria & Mukundswarup Swami)14:24 – What might verse 33 mean, essence/bigger picture of verse 3321:00 – Don't abandon your religion & be brave, do not hide your religion in shame23:53 – Modern culture is trying to destroy organized religion26:43 – Shikshapatri is wisdom of the Vedas for today, be proud of who you are32:35 – Closing thoughts33: American English translation: "None shall enter or pass through unauthorized passages ..."33 B.A.P.S. translation: "No one should enter in or go through a door, not meant for the purpose ..." 39: American English translation: "One shall neither perform the devotion of Bhagwan Shri Krishna devoid of righteousness in any way nor shall they give up the worship of Shri Krishna for fear of criticism by ignorant people."Find Sadguru's book hereThis podcast was a 2025 People's Choice Podcast Award nominee. On Apple Podcasts it's been the #1 most listened to show in the Philippines, and in the top 20 in France, Sweden, Belgium, Spain, Israel, Switzerland and Australia.For independent thinkers who’ve outgrown spiritual, cultural and political fluff, and want more out of life than what society often offers. This isn’t about trends, vibes, or blind devotion. Tune into my live show for unfiltered commentary on politics, culture, music, religion, and society from a rational, historical and politically conservative perspective.I’m Aaron Joy in Portland, Maine, USA (also known in spiritual circles as Premanand Das Bhagat). I'm a writer, musician, ultra-runner, and former thespian. Visit my website for my books. I'm also trained as an Integral Vedic Counselor, Certified Spiritual Life Coach and Ayurveda Specialist and follow the spiritual path of Hinduism (Sanatana Dharma) of the Ramanuja lineage.Email: [email protected]: https://linktr.ee/aaronmjoyLive show available on YouTube, Bitchute, Rumble, Spotify, Amazon Music, Audible, Apple Podcasts, iHeart, allfeeds.ai, Audacy, ca.radio.net, Castbox, Chromecast, Everend, fyyd.de, Goodpods, Listen Notes, Panoply Podcast Network, People Ai, Pocket Casts, Podbay, Podcast Addict, Podcast Ranking, Podcast Republic, Podcastai, Podcast.app, Podchaser, Poddtoppen, Podscan.fm, Podtail, Rephonic, Zeno.FM