Mission of Geeta Fest

Geeta Fest embodies the transformative power of the Bhagavad Gita, aiming to foster spiritual growth, ethical living, and inner strength. It seeks to empower individuals with timeless wisdom, guiding them towards a life of purpose, resilience, and harmony. By encouraging the youth to engage with the teachings of the Gita, the fest nurtures values of self-discipline, selflessness, and universal oneness.

Sanskrit Quotes Reflecting the Mission

1. “योगः कर्मसु कौशलम्”
   (Yogaḥ karmasu kauśalam)
   – Bhagavad Gita 2.50
   “Yoga is skill in action.”
   This quote emphasizes the importance of performing actions with excellence and mindfulness, a core message of Geeta Fest.
2. “विद्या विनयेन शोभते”
   (Vidyā vinayena śobhate)
   “Knowledge shines with humility.”
   Reflecting the mission to inspire wisdom tempered with humility, leading to societal harmony.
3. “लोकेष्मिन् द्विविधा निष्ठा पुरा प्रोक्ता मयानघ। ज्ञानयोगेन सांख्यानां कर्मयोगेन योगिनाम्।”
   (Loke’smin dvividhā niṣṭhā purā proktā mayānagha, Jñānayogena sāṅkhyānāṁ karmayogena yoginām)
   – Bhagavad Gita 3.3
   “In this world, there is a twofold path taught by me—knowledge for the contemplative and action for the active.”
   Geeta Fest inspires individuals to choose their path of growth through knowledge and action.
4. “सर्वभूतहिते रतः”
   (Sarvabhūtahite rataḥ)
   – Bhagavad Gita 5.25
   “Engaged in the welfare of all beings.”
   Highlighting the fest’s mission to cultivate compassion and selfless service.
5. “तद्विद्धि प्रणिपातेन परिप्रश्नेन सेवया।”
   (Tadviddhi praṇipātena paripraśnena sevayā)
   – Bhagavad Gita 4.34
   “Seek that knowledge by prostration, inquiry, and service.”
   This underscores the importance of learning and humility promoted through Geeta Fest activities.

By bringing the essence of these teachings to life, Geeta Fest becomes a beacon of inspiration, shaping individuals to lead meaningful and value-driven lives.