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Introduction to Vedas and Vedanta

Basics of Vedas and Vedanta


  • A live and interactive online course that serves to provide a holistic big picture understanding of the foundational 'texts' of Sanatana Dharma.

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Registration Cost: USD $75/-


Participant Count from Previous Batches

Sanskrit students

2206+

Participants

Sanskrit world

20+

Countries

Sanskrit world

97%

Positive Ratings

The course intends to follow the Indic view on these topics as researched by civilizational scholars and aims to remove several of the misconceptions prevalent in today's minds due to several factors. The course provides a big picture overview of all the important topics. There are also immersive Question and Answer sessions at the end of every class.

Please note that the course will NOT give an in-depth perspective on several topics but is meant to be introductory in nature. Nevertheless, suggested readings and references along with much longer specialized courses will be recommended to gain a deeper understanding.


What You Will Learn

Get a holistic overview of the Vedas and Vedanta.

Appreciate the original perspective of Indic scholars and Acharyas.

Understand widely prevalent misconceptions about their origins as well as the reasons.

Decipher important terms such as Apaurusheya, Adhikari Bheda, Shanti Mantras and Mahavakyas.

Understand the origins and the transmission of the Vedas.

Get the right context to appreciate our own civilizational history.

Recognize the various Vedic schools of thought, their differences and commonalities.

Comprehend the magnificence and lifetime work of our ancestors.

Appreciate the role of Dharma in your life and how you can shape the Dharmic Civilization.

with Sri SN Sudharsan

SN Sudharsan is a researcher of Indian Knowledge Traditions, focusing on Dharma, Advaita Vedanta, Varkari Sampradaya and Sanskrit. He has pursued in-depth research and studies in these areas, having completed 30+ programs over the past 5 years, from Chinmaya International Foundation and IIT-R. SN Sudharsan is the author of an English novel as well as 4 English language translations and commentaries on Sant Sri Jnaneshwar Maharaj's literature. He is a self-learned polyglot with near-native proficiency across six languages - Tamil, Hindi, Marathi, Kannada, Telugu and English. SN Sudharsan is a learning professional with 20+ years of experience across the academia, startup, and corporate sectors. His educational background is in linguistics, TESOL, law, and computer science engineering. He's also an accomplished singer and a former AIR artist, having won and performed in several national-level concerts, and stage programs. SN Sudharsan lives in Pune and is researching the history and future of Indian sociolinguistics in the context of Sanatana Dharma to apply and crystalize it for the modern world through courses, writings, and talks.

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Starting from: Monday, 14th October 2024

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  • 1-Week Course

  • Series of 6 Classes

  • Mon-Sat, 7:30 pm IST

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Schedule of Classes:

14th Oct (Mon): 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm IST

15th Oct (Tue): 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm IST

16th Oct (Wed): 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm IST

17th Oct (Thurs): 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm IST

18th Oct (Fri): 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm IST

19th Oct (Sat): 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm IST

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What the previous participants say...!

I am really enjoying this course. Very educational and inspiring. Helps me connect the dots.

- Raghu Dwarakanath
Sudarsan ji indeed has an in-depth knowledge of the subject. I consider myself blessed for having exposure to the vast knowledge that creation holds.

- Lavanya Narasimhaiah
It's my first time and had always wanted to know more abt my roots. I wished for a course such as this. It's vast and seems tough, but I love the way it's been simplified. What's more, it's explained so beautifully. Deep gratitude from the bottom of my heart.

- Kavitha Mohanraj
Mr. Sudharsan's in-depth knowledge of the subject is astounding. Course contents are perfectly curated with a smooth flow. Sir's explanations with the right examples make learning so much easier. Probably the first time in all my 48 years that I haven't been distracted even for a moment during class. Thank you team for such a wonderful course.

- Vidya Balaji
It’s a clear and organized way of processing the information which I have heard from parents like tiny stories and answers during childhood. Confident to start learning some important subjects.

- Aruna Sree
Sessions are wonderful. Vast knowledge sharing has been done. Kudos to Sudharsan and the entire team for this wonderful effort. We expect more of this Indian culture knowledge. Mind-blowing and crisp explanations.

- Pavithra Srinivasan
I have been loving every second of this session and getting encouraged to know more about it in depth. Thank you for keeping this knowledge and looking forward to learning more about our culture through Open Pathshala

- Pankaj Singh


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Registration Cost: USD $75/-


How It Works

Step 1

Register in the Course

Register

Make an online payment to register in the course

Step 2

Join WhatsApp Group

Join WhatsApp Group

Join the WhatsApp group to get the class notifications

Step 3

Learn Sanskrit

Join Live Class

Join the Zoom live sessions using the link provided



What You Get in This Course

Live Interactive Class

Interact with the instructor and ask questions in a video call-based class

Mon-Sat 7:30 pm IST

6-day duration. Classes from Monday to Saturday

Asking Questions

Ask questions and discuss with the instructor

PDF Slides - Notes

PDF Notes/slides to be shared for download

Certificate of Participation

Certificate of Participation for Everyone

Recorded Classes Available

Recorded lectures available for the duration of 6-months

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Curriculum

    A very informative and insightful course that involves the following topics:

  • Day 1 Introduction - Vedas: Context, Definitions, Origins, Misconceptions and the Transmission

  • Day 2 Rig Veda, Yajur Veda, Sama Veda, Atharva Veda, Upaveda, Vedanga. Upanishads - Overview, Types of Upanishads, Dashopanishad, Accessing the Vedas

  • Day 3Vedic Terminologies - Mantra, Sukta, Shloka, Stotra etc. Bharatiya Darshana (Indian Philosophy)

  • Day 4Some Core Principles - Karma, Purushartha, Punarjanma, Moksha, Adhikari Bheda, etc. Varnashrama System

  • Day 5Concept of Ishvara in Vedas. Vedantic Schools (Dvaita, Advaita, Vishishtadvaita)

  • Day 6Frequently Asked Questions, Svadhyaya Guide (Further Learnings)


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Frequently Asked Questions

What will I exactly learn from this Course?

This course will introduce you to the Vedas and Vedanta. You will get an idea about what exactly is the content of the Vedas and Vedanta.

What is the procedure to join the course?

Once you confirm your participation by paying the fee for the course, you will be added to a WhatsApp group where all the details will be communicated. All the joining links, resources, recorded session links, and reading materials will be shared with you from time to time via WhatsApp group and email.

Where the classes are conducted?

The classes will be conducted via Zoom Metings. It will be an interactive session and you will be able to ask your queries within the live session.

What is the schedule of the class?

This is a one-week course. The classes will happen from Monday to Saturday in the same week. The start date and class schedule are given above on this page. In case you are joining from outside India, you can check your local time here - https://bit.ly/3BAfzKf

How will my questions get answered?

At the end of each session, we will be allocating some time for question and answer.

What if I miss a class? What if I don't have time to join the live session?

The classes will be recorded and made available for later viewing for the duration of 2 months. The links will be shared with you from time to time via WhatsApp and email.

Will I get a certificate?

Yes, every participant will get a participation certificate.

Are there any prerequisites to attend this course?

There are no prerequisites. This course is for absolute beginners and anyone above 15 age group can join this course.

I don't know the Sanskrit language, can I join?

Yes, you are welcome to join. There are no prerequisites for this course.

Is it necessary to join the WhatsApp group?

No, email will be the primary source of communication. WhatsApp group is for the convenience of real-time notifications/communication which is also important.

I'm a western/non-Indian learner and don't know any Indian language, can I join this course?

Yes, you are welcome to join. The class notes or study materials provided are given in both roman script/English and Devanagari script of Sanskrit.

For what age group this course is for?

Anyone above the age of 15 can join this course.

Can I read and understand Vedas after this course?

No, this course is for absolute beginners and is designed to give an introduction to the Vedic literature.

Is there any book that will be provided with this course?

We provide the class notes/slides in PDF format. We will send you a list of recommended books that you can refer once the classes start.

What will be the medium of instruction?

The medium of instruction is English. Though the questions can be asked in English, Hindi, Tamil, Marathi, Telugu, and Kannada, as needed.

How can I continue learning after this course?

On the last day of the course, we will send you a list of reference books that you can buy and details of our other workshops/courses.

Can I get a demo class?

No, the demo class is not available. This is just a short lecture series for beginners which will be there for one week.

Can I get a refund?

No, the course fee is non-refundable.

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