Chapter 16 Study Guide: Daivasura Sampad Vibhaga Yoga

A structured practice guide based on Bhagavad Gita teachings

About This Practice

A comprehensive study guide for Chapter 16 of the Bhagavad Gita - Divine and Demonic Qualities. Learn to cultivate divine nature and overcome demonic tendencies.

Foundation Verses

"Fearlessness, purity of heart, wisdom, charity, self-control, sacrifice, study, austerity, simplicity..."

— Bhagavad Gita 16.1-3

Krishna lists 26 divine qualities.

"Pride, arrogance, conceit, anger, harshness, and ignorance belong to the demonic nature."

— Bhagavad Gita 16.4

The characteristics of demonic nature.

"One freed from lust, anger, and greed attains the supreme destination."

— Bhagavad Gita 16.22

The three gates of hell to be overcome.

📅 4-Week Practice Schedule

Week 1: Study the 26 divine qualities

Practice: List the qualities; honestly assess which you embody

Week 2: Examine demonic tendencies

Practice: Identify where pride, anger, greed appear in your life

Week 3: Work on cultivating one divine quality

Practice: Choose one quality to strengthen through daily practice

Week 4: Guard against one demonic tendency

Practice: Watch for and consciously redirect negative patterns

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