Market Tactics in Katha Upanishad | Open Book Discussion

In this episode of The Upanishad Files, host Soumya Biswas dives deep into the timeless wisdom of the Katha Upanishad (Kathopanishad) — one of the most profound philosophical texts of ancient India. Joined by special guest Arpit Dwivedi from the YouTube channel Arpit Explains, we break down the teachings of Nachiketa, Yama, and the pursuit of the ultimate truth.

We also explore:
🔹 What exactly is Kamrakāṇḍa?
🔹 How rituals, desires, and “rewards” shaped early spiritual marketing
🔹 Market tactics used historically — and today — to sell the idea of the supreme soul (Paramatma)
🔹 Why humans gravitate towards the promise of immortality, liberation & cosmic truth
🔹 How Upanishadic thought challenged ritual-centric religion

Whether you’re a spiritual seeker, a student of Indian philosophy, or someone curious about how ideas evolve into belief systems, this deep-dive conversation will challenge your understanding of tradition, faith, and the human search for meaning.

Guest: Arpit Dwivedi (YouTube: Arpit Explains)
Host: Soumya Biswas
Series: The Upanishad Files — decoding ancient Indian wisdom for the modern mind.

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