The Bhagavad Gita course is a profound study of the philosophical, ethical, and spiritual teachings enshrined in the Bhagavad Gita, one of the three foundational texts of Prasthāna-Trayī (along with the Upanishads and the Brahma Sutras). This sacred text, presented as a dialogue between Lord Krishna and Arjuna on the battlefield of Kurukshetra, is not merely a religious scripture but a universal manual for life, action, and self-realization.

Course Description:  

This course introduces students to the rational and spiritual philosophy of the Bhagavad Gita. The text is approached not from a ritualistic or mythological standpoint, but from a Vedantic and scientific perspective rooted in the teachings of Swami Dayanand Saraswati and Vedic rationalism. The course emphasizes:

• The clarity of action (karma),
• The wisdom of discernment (jñāna),
• And the discipline of devotion (bhakti)—free from idol worship.

It treats the Gita as a continuation of Vedic knowledge, especially in its guidance on righteous action (dharma) and liberation (moksha). 

Objectives of the Course:

1. Philosophical Insight:
   To explore the threefold path of self-realization as taught in the Gita:
   • Karma Yoga (Yoga of Action),
   • Jñāna Yoga (Yoga of Knowledge),
   • Bhakti Yoga (Yoga of Devotion — interpreted in non-idolatrous form).
2. Ethical and Rational Dharma:
   To develop a logical understanding of duty, responsibility, and moral dilemmas as Arjuna faced, and to apply these principles in modern life.
3. Scientific Vedantic Inquiry:
   To study the Gita as a rational inquiry into the nature of self (ātman), the universe (jagat), and the Supreme (Brahman)—in line with the Vedic principle:
   Spiritual Empowerment and Self-Transformation:
   To awaken the seeker to their inner potential, fostering a mindset of courage, non-attachment, and self-mastery.
4. Application to Life and Society:
   To understand how the Gita's teachings can guide one through personal, professional, and societal challenges with equanimity and spiritual clarity.

Conclusion:

This course treats the Bhagavad Gita not as a book of faith, but as a text of universal wisdom and self-cultivation. Rooted in Vedic philosophy, it aims to foster independent reasoning, ethical living, and spiritual realization without reliance on any dogma. It is a journey from confusion to clarity, from fear to courage, and from ignorance to liberation.