This work is the result of my postdoctoral research, sponsored by ICSSR, New Delhi, in association with Banaras Hindu University. The curiosity to know thyself has been a constant source of inspiration for mankind for ages, across cultures and history. Greek culture and Indian culture have both admired the effort to understand the true self of a person. This is where the discourse should start in spirituality, education, and social life. Without understanding oneself, one cannot achieve true wisdom and knowledge of reality. The concept of man is the cornerstone of any education system. This work attempts to understand the concept of man, his behavior, and his thought processes as described by the Srimad Bhagavad Gita in its verses. By providing an overview of foundational research, the book is divided into several sections. It presents studies on the educational relevance of religious texts around the world, a brief methodological approach, and identifies principles of educational psychology applied in the context of the Srimad Bhagavad Gita. After identifying the relevant theories and principles of educational psychology, the main concepts are elaborated, explained, and interpreted in the context of modern psychology. Concepts of emotional intelligence, mindfulness, self-awareness, the concept of self, and self-regulation are described in detail. Furthermore, this study proposes a unique model of the psychological process of desire. This work also encompasses the development of psychometric instruments for measuring the concept of life satisfaction and leadership. Dimensions of Resolute Intelligence are also identified. Lastly, the study explores andragogical principles in the context of the Srimad Bhagavad Gita.
Despite my sincere efforts, this work may have its limitations due to the vastness and depth of the Srimad Bhagavad Gita and its ever-evolving multidisciplinary impact on different knowledge systems. This work is but a humble attempt to apply ancient wisdom to understand human behaviour and cognition in educational context. I welcome constructive feedback and further discussion that would help refine and expand these ideas.
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