Do I Need to Ask God For Things? | Q&A with Swami Mukundananda

Is it wrong to pray for God’s blessings if the Gita says don’t seek results? Swami Mukundananda clarifies — selfish prayers seek personal gain, but higher devotion seeks God’s grace to serve Him better. When blessings are asked for divine service, not self-fulfillment, prayer becomes truly selfless. Questions Answered in This Video: Is it wrong to pray to God for blessings? How is selfless prayer different from selfish prayer? How do we reconcile Gita’s teaching of detachment with prayer? What should we actually pray for in spiritual life? How can prayer help us serve God better? Chennai Life Transformation Program January 2026 Chennai LTP 2025-26