2016 AVG Programs Booklet

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ARSHA VIDYA PITHAM
(Institute of Vedanta, Sanskrit, Meditation and Yoga)
Year 2016 Programs
Gone from our Sight,
but never from our Hearts...
“There is nothing equal to knowledge.”
BhagavadgÌtË 4.38
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Message from Pujya Sri Swamiji
Swami Dayananda Saraswati
1930 - 2015
“Everything is the limitless Brahman, so, when you
praise the guru, the human element is completely absorbed
in the total. You either relegate the human element to the
background, or you absorb it into the total. It is the total
that is worshiped. In that way, the guru, the person with
human body who teaches, becomes a kind of an altar of
worship, but what is being invoked is the Lord.”
–– Pujya Sri Swami Dayananda
2016
Arsha Vidya Pitham Programs
& Special Events
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Jan 1
New Year's Day Celebration
Feb 12-15
Presidents’ Day or Winter Course
Swami Pratyagbodhananda, Dhruva-stuti....................................................... 5
March 7
MahËÚivarËtri Celebration
March 25-27 Easter Weekend Family Vedanta Course
Swami Pratyagbodhananda, SËdhana-paÕcakam............................................ 5
May 27-30
Memorial Day Weekend Family Vedanta Course
Swami Viditatmananda, SiddhiÑ vindati mËnavaÒ (BG 18:46)........................ 5
July 1-4
Independence Day Vedanta Course
Swami Viditatmananda, Na me bhaktaÒ praÙaÚyati (BG 9:31)........................ 6
July 10-16
BÎhadËraÙyaka-bhËÛyam Course (continued)
Swami Viditatmananda.................................................................................. 6..
July 10-16
Children’s Vedic Course - I........................................................................... 6
(Age 9-12. Unaccompanied by parents.)
July 17-23
Children’s Vedic Course - II
(Ages 9-16. Unaccompanied by parents)....................................................... 6..
July 17-23
Family Vedanta Course-I
Swami Viditatmananda, VivekachÍ×ËmaÙi (verse; 192 onwards).................. 6
July 24-30
Family Vedanta Course-II
Swami Viditatmananda and Swami Pratyagbodhananda............................... 7
MuÙ×akopaniÛad 2-1-1; BG 7.1; Kunti-stuti
July 31-Aug 6 Family Vedanta Course – III
Swami Viditatmananda and Swami Pratyagbodhananda............................... 7.
KaÖhopaniÛad 1-3-1; BG Ch. 7.1; NËrada bhakti-sÍtra (Selected verses)
Aug 7-12
Vedanta Course
Swami Tadatmananda.................................................................................... 9
DÎg-DÎśya-Viveka (Part 1)
Aug 14
Gurukulam’s 30th Anniversary
Aug 17-20
PÍrÙa-vidyË Family Teachers Training.......................................................... 9.
Aug 25-28
Patrons' Complimentary Course-I
Swami Tattvavidananda and Swami Pratyagbodhananda.............................. 9
GuÙa-svarÍpa - BG Ch. 14, VritrËsura chatuÒ-ÚlokÌ - Srimad BhËgavatam 6.11
Sept 2-5
Patrons' Complimentary course-II
Swami Tattvavidananda and Swami Pratyagbodhananda............................ 10
GuÙËtÌta - BG Ch. 14, MaÔgalËcaraÙa Úloka from Srimad BhËgavatam
Sept 7-14
Yoga and Sound
Ramanand Patel, Pandit Mukesh Desai and Swami Tattvavidananda
Yoga-darÚaÙam (Selected sÍtras).................................................................. 10
Sept 23
1st Anniversary of Pujya Swamiji's MËhËsamËdhi
Arsha Vidya Pitham Programs
& Special Events
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Sept 17-24
2016
One-week Vedanta Course for Adults
Sad-darÚaÙam; MuÙ×akopaniÛad 3:1
Sept 25-Oct 07Two-week Vedanta Course for Adults
BG Ch. 17 with ÉËÙkara-bhËÛyam, Éiva-mahiÑnaÒ Stotram
Oct 11-Nov 22 Fall Vedanta Six-week Course for Adults
Swami Tattvavidananda............................................................................... 12
BG Ch.18 with ÉËÔkara-bhËÛyam, YogavËsiÛÖha - Sthiti-prakaraÙam (abridged)
Nov 24-27
Thanksgiving Family Vedanta Course - Meditation
Swami Tattvavidananda............................................................................... 12.
Dec 24-31
Year-end Vedanta Course (Christmas)
MuÙ×akopaniÛad 3:1
Dec 31
DakÛiÙËmÍrti mÍla-mantra japa
CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS
July 12-18
Children’s Course I Unaccompanied by parents (Ages 9-12) ..................... 8
July 19-25
Children’s Course II Unaccompanied by parents (Ages 9-16)...................... 8
YOGA
April 8-10
Level I/II Yoga Course with Bobbie Fultz.................................................. 26
April15-17
Iyengar Yoga Course with Jean Aronoff..................................................... 26
May
6-7
May 7-14
Iyengar Course with Dean Lerner................................................................ 26
Therapeutic Yoga and Meditation Course for Chronic Back Pain
with Julia Lorimer and Dr.Ashok Chhabra.................................................. 18 June 16-19
Summer Solstice with Janet MacLeod and Pay Layton.............................. 26
Sept 7-14
Yoga and Sound-an intermediate and Advanced Training
with Ramanand Patel and Mukesh Desai..................................................... 10
Oct 14-16
Level I/II Yoga Course with Bobbie Fultz.................................................. 26
OTHER PROGRAMS
April 30 May 1 Introduction to Jyotish with Rakesh Sharma ............................................. 20 May 14-15
Jyotish Basics - I with Penny Farrow.......................................................... 27
June 2-12
Advanced Jyotish Workshop........................................................................ 20
June 10-12
Vastu Shastra Seminar Mr.A.B.Shukla, IAS................................................ 13
July 10-16
Spoken Samskritam Youth Course - Samskritabharati USA....................... 13
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Spring and Summer VedËnta Programs
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Feb 12-15 (Fri-Mon)
Presidents’ Day Weekend
Family Vedanta Course
Swami Pratyagbodhananda
Dhruva-stuti (ÉrÌmad BhËgavatam)
Dhruva-stuti in the 4th skanda of
ÉrÌmad BhËgavatam is a pinnacle of
praise offered to BhagavËn Vishnu by
the young price Dhruva. Though the
BhËgavatam contains many such hymns
of adoration, this stuti has a distinctive
status in that it not only presents bhakti in
its most sublime form, but also inquires
into the teachings of Vedanta. Swamiji
will unfold the glory of this stuti.
March 25-27 (Fri-Sun)
Easter Weekend Family
Vedanta Course
SËdhana-paÕcakam
Through five compelling verses, ¼di
Shankaracarya delineates the means of
attaining that which every human being
is relentlessly seeking, knowingly or
otherwise—absolute freedom, mokÛa,
which is the knowledge that ËtmË,
the self, is Brahman, the cause of all.
The ¼cËrya stipulates the study of the
Vedas; satsaÔga; contemplation on the
teachings of the UpaniÛads; sustenance
of the body with essentials; and a life of
solitude to facilitate the attainment of
the goal. Swamiji will lead the students
on this crucial journey of life.
May 27-30 (Fri-Mon)
Memorial Day Weekend Family
Vedanta Course
Swami Viditatmananda
SiddhiÑ vindati mËnavaÒ
BhagavadgÌtË 18:46
The significant factor conveyed in
this verse is that one who worships
BhagavËn by doing one’s duty with
a proper attitude achieves success—
the preparedness for knowledge of
BhagavËn. How does an individual
remain true to his or her chosen
vocation or responsibilities without
succumbing to the endless choices and
allurements of the world? What gain
accrues to the person by this kind of
worship? Swamiji will unfold the verse
in detail.
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Summer VedËnta Programs
2016
July 10-16 (Sun-Sat)
BhËÛyam Course
BÎhadËraÙyaka-bhËÛyam
(1:4:11-19; 1:5:1-3; 1:5:16-23)
In its memorable maxims, the UpaniÛad
asserts the inherent identity of the self
with Brahman, the cause of all. Among
the profound messages of the text include
various factors that lead one to such an
understanding of the changeless and
changing aspects of the Creator, the
creation of various social classes, dharma
which brings them together, and the son’s
role in spiritual life. In these sessions,
Swamiji will elaborate on these topics
and bring out the essence of the teaching.
July 1-4 (Fri-Mon)
Independence Day Weekend
Vedanta Course
Na me bhaktaÒ praÙaÚyati
BhagavadgÌtË 9:31
BhagavËn Krishna’s words are ‘my
devotee never gets destroyed’. What is
the criterion for such a bhakta? The verse
cites conformity to a life of dharma as a
decisive factor that eventually leads one
to the understanding of ½Úvara and the
order that is ½Úvara. With clarity in this
understanding, one gains eternal ÚËnti,
peace, which is the nature of ËtmË.
Swamiji will focus on the constituents
of a dharmic life.
Children’s Vedic Course – 1
(Age 9-12. Unaccompanied by parents)
Children’s Vedic Course – 2
(Age 9-12. Unaccompanied by parents)
Family Vedanta Course I
VivekachÍ×ËmaÙi
(Verse 192 onwards)
Meaningfully called the ‘Crest Jewel
of Discrimination,’ the text addresses
seekers desirous of the ultimate
freedom, mokÛa. It refers to the inability
to discriminate between the timeless
and time-bound as the delusion caused
by avidyË, ignorance, which keeps one
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bound to saÑsËra, the cycle of birth and
death and a life of becoming. Swamiji
will unravel the nature of avidyË and the
ways to overcome it.
Family Vedanta Course – II
MuÙ×akopaniÛad 2:1:1
BhagavadgÌtË 7:1
One of the important themes of the
MuÙ×akopaniÛad is the attempt to
define the indefinable. Citing the
emergence of sparks from the blazing
fire and their plunge into the same
fire as an example, this verse brings
to the forefront the non-separateness
of the world from its ultimate cause
and point of resolution—Brahman.
Swamiji will elaborate on the
implication of this teaching.
In chapters 7-12 of the BhagavadgÌtË,
the word ‘tat’ in the mahËvËkya, tat
tvam asi, is the predominant topic.
In seeking to know that ‘tat’, the
infinite, Lord Krishna exhorts Arjuna
to surrender his mind unto him totally.
Does that imply that the end and the
means are one and the same? Swamiji
will address the significance of the
implication.
Kunti-stuti (ÉrÌmad BhËgavatam 1:8)
At the conclusion of the great
MahËbhËrata war, when Sri Krishna
decides to part from the Pandavas,
Kunti’s spontaneous outpourings not
only reveal her deep philosophical
wisdom but also glorify her devout love
for Sri Krishna. Prayerfully, she appeals
to Sri Krishna to grant her the ability to
keep her mind on him alone and to let it
flow towards him like the Ganges flows
towards the ocean. Swamiji will take
the illuminating bhakti and astuteness
of Kunti devi to their sublime level.
July 31-Aug 6 (Sun-Sat)
Family Vedanta Course – III
KaÖhopaniÛad 1:3:1
BhagavadgÌtË 7:1 (Continued)
An exposition of the nature of the self,
the spiritual essence of our being, as
the ultimate reality of all existence is
taught in these KaÖhopaniÛad verses.
The UpaniÛad elaborates on the great
mahËvËkya ‘ayam ËtmË brahma’
revealing the fact that the self within
and without – self in man and self that
pervades the universe – are one and
the same. Swamiji will clarify the full
import of this profound declaration.
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Children's Courses
2016
Children's Vedic Course I - July 10-16 Sun-Sat
Unaccompanied by Parents (Ages 9-12)
Children's Vedic Course II - July 17-23 Sun-Sat
Unaccompanied by Parents (Ages 9-16)
Children love the Gurukulam’s retreats,
packed with lively interactive classes
based on Vedic heritage, religion, culture,
universal values, and group discussion.
Vedic chanting, yoga, drama, arts and crafts,
games, and a nightly campfire are also
very popular with the kids. The highlight
of the camp is the finale, the cultural
program, in which Savithri Mani, assisted
by Radha and Girija Srinivasan showcases
Savithri Mani
the considerable talents of all the children.
Children in this retreat join the children’s program of the family
retreats offered during the same time period. Counselors will care for
children, 9 years and older, not accompanied by their parents.
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Summer and Fall VedËnta Programs
NËrada-bhakti-sÍtra (Selected verses)
Devarishi Narada was bhakti incarnate
and propounded the tenet of unswerving
bhakti of BhagavËn. It is no wonder
that the sÍtras, aphorisms, in this lucid
treatise are suffused with bhakti. The
sentiment of devotion tugs at the hearts
of aspirants given to a life of devotion
totally. Devarishi elucidates the nature
of such ineffable devotion, the method
to ascend such an altar of piety and
finally its consummation in paramaprema, the ultimate vision of oneness.
Swamiji will take up selected verses
and make them come alive.
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Aug 17-20 (Wed-Sat)
PÍrÙa-vidyË Teachers Training
Course
How does one instill the values of Indian
culture in our children growing up
here? Religious culture, which touches
every aspect of one’s life, was imbibed
by osmosis from one’s home and the
immediate community. However, here
the situation is different. To cultivate
and understand the values and attitudes,
the Vaidika vision and view of life has to
be taught to the children in a structured
way. Pujya Sri Swami Dayanandaji
said, “The youth need to discover their
roots, trunks, branches, flowers, et al.”
The PÍrÙa-vidyË Teachers Training
Course is a commitment to leading the
children to that discovery.
Aug 25-28 (Thu-Sun)
Patrons’ Vedanta Course – I
Swami Tattvavidananda
GuÙa-svarÍpa
BhagavadgÌtË – Chapter14
August 7-12 (Sun-Fri)
Swami Tadatmananda
DÎg-DÎÚya-Viveka (Part I)
With unparalleled clarity, this
celebrated text (attributed by some to
ÉrÌ ÉaÔkara) unfolds the nature of the
awareful witness (sËkshi), leading the
student to discover one's true nature as
unchanging, limitless consciousness
(sat-cit-Ënanda). Swamiji will also
conduct guided meditations based
on the text to aid in the assimilation
of these teachings.
The three guÙas, qualities—sattva,
rajas, tamas—are certain phenomena,
which comprise prakÎti’s very
svarÍpa, nature, and therefore their
expressions manifest in creation.
GuÙas are impelling forces that create
actions, which give rise to various
experiences in life. Due to erroneous
knowledge, the guÙas seemingly bind
an individual. Why seemingly? What
are the dynamics of such bondage?
Swamiji will present the distinctiveness
of the three guÙas and how they affect a
person’s thought, word and deed.
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VÎtËsura catuÒ-ÚlokÌ
ÉrÌmad BhËgavatam 6:11
The story goes that on hearing of his son
Vishvarupa’s beheading by Indra, an
enraged Sage Tvasta performed a fire
ritual to avenge the misdeed. VÎtËsura
emerged from the fire. Sri Krishna,
knowing him to be his staunch devotee
said, “A true devotee who hankers for
me will come to me.” And so, dying at
the hands of Indra, VÎtËsura’s yearning
to attain BhagavËn finds fulfillment.
While the first three Úlokas find
expression for his pristine devotion, the
final one gives emphasis to the glory
of satsang with BhagavËn’s bhaktas.
Swamiji will describe the beauty in
these devotional Úlokas.
ÉrÌmad BhËgavata PurËÙa presents
not only an extraordinary portrayal
of bhakti, devotion, which finds its
consummation in Sri Krishna, but also
reveals the teachings of Vedanta. The
opening verse eulogizes BhagavËn as
the absolute truth, the primeval cause
of creation, by whom even the great
sages and demigods are placed into
illusion, as the one who is luminous by
his own splendor. Swamiji will explain
all aspects of this auspicious verse of
praise in detail.
Sept 2-5 (Fri-Mon)
Patrons’ Vedanta Course – II
GuÙËtÌta (BhagavadgÌtË - Chapter 14)
When Sri Krishna says that the one
who rises above the binding influences
of the three guÙas is a guÙËtÌta and
that he gains immortality, Arjuna’s
interest perks up and he asks Sri
Krishna to enlighten him about the
means to transcend the guÙas. When
one goes beyond the three guÙas,
what are the defining characteristics
and spontaneous expressions of such a
person? Swamiji will delve into these
and other pertinent questions and bring
out revealing answers.
MaÔgalËcaraÙa Úloka
ÉrÌmad BhËgavatam
Sept. 7-14 (Wed-Wed)
Yoga and Sound
Ramanad Patel &
Pandit Mukesh Desai
PataÕjali’s Yoga-sÍtra
SËdhana pËda – 2 (Selected sÍtras)
SËdhana pËda defines the system
of kriyË-yoga and the first five
components of the eight-limbed
aÛÖËÔga-yoga. KriyË-yoga, known as
the yoga of practices, talks about self
discipline, study of scriptures, and
surrender unto God, which culminate
in the purity of mind. While the modus
operandi of hatha-yoga can be helpful
to develop a healthy body, all authentic
yoga revolves around the doctrine of
liberation. PataÕjali presents various
techniques to usher the mind into a
state of serenity and thus overcome the
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impediments to freedom or spiritual
self-realization. Swamiji will define
various aspects of this sËdhana.
Sept 17-24 (Sat-Sat)
One-week Vedanta Course
for Adults
Sat-darÚanam
The central point in Bhagavan Ramana
Maharishi’s teaching is the need for
persistent inquiry into the source of the
‘I’-thought or ego. Sat-darÚanam is a
most lucid elucidation of the nature of
the ‘I’-thought. The text opens the door
to the removal of all contradictions and
doubts that cloud the understanding
of one’s essential nature. Swamiji will
describe the method of tracing the ‘I’ to
its source and its outcome.
The enlightening allegory of two birds
on a tree, symbolizing the ego and
the self, is illustrated in this verse. A
devoted study of this will unearth the
entire gamut of saÑsËra that holds
human beings hostage, revealing that
knowledge of the self empowers one to
deal with the trials and tribulations of
life with equanimity. Swamiji will bring
out the enriching principles underlying
the metaphor.
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Sept 25-Oct 07 (Sun-Fri)
Two-week Vedanta Course
for Adults
BhagavadgÌtË- Chapter 17 with
ÉËÔkara-bhËÛyam
The word ‘ÚraddhË’ in this chapter is
looked upon as not merely faith but as
the whole person; not a belief system
but the attitude towards life; it is one’s
thinking, understanding, value structure
and priorities. ÉrÌ Shankaracarya delves
deeply and analyzes the shades of
differences in the nature of ÚraddhË,
the determining factors for the type
of ÚraddhË one will have, their
ramifications, and so on. Swamiji will
unfold this insightful vision of the
BhagavadgÌtË exhaustively.
Éiva-mahiÑna-stotram
In devotion, and loftiness of thought
Éiva-mahiÑna-stotram, hymn on the
greatness of Lord Shiva, is said to be
incomparable in Sanskrit literature.
Being infinite, the glories of Lord
Shiva are beyond the comprehension
of human beings. Therefore, no prayer
or hymn can do justice to the Lord.
Verse 32 gives veracity to this fact
in saying, “… if Goddess Saraswati
writes for eternity, even then the limit
of thy virtues will not be reached.”
Mythological legends and great lÌlas,
sports of Mahadeva, are also in this
unique stuti. Swamiji will bring out the
glories of this stotram.
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Oct 11-Nov 22 (Tue-Tue)
Fall Vedanta Six-week Course
for Adults
BhagavadgÌtË - Chapter 18, verse
46 onwards with ÉËÔkara-bhËÛyam
YogavËsiÛÖha – Sthiti-prakaraÙam
(Abridged)
Having pointed out in great detail
the complexity of the karma and
karmaphala structure, and that it is
beyond the ken of mind because it is
ignorance-based and a net of deception,
Sri Krishna concludes the teaching with
the statement, “Giving up all karmas,
take refuge in me alone. I will release
you from all karmas; do not grieve.”
In keeping with the depth and clarity
of ÉËÔkara-bhËÛyam, Swamiji will
develop the subject matter thoroughly
to reveal its potent message.
In Vasistha Maharishi’s profound
answers to the young prince Sri Rama’s
questions, Sthiti-prakaraÙam is an
exposition of the true nature of the
sustenance of the world vis-à-vis its
appearance. It states, with conviction,
that only as long as the delusion of the
appearance of the world remains, its
reality as an object of perception lasts.
The metaphor used is the appearance
of a rainbow, which is like a painting
on a void that does not lend itself to
be grasped. The sage exhorts mastery
over the mind as the only means to see
delusion as delusion and thereby to free
oneself from the problems relating to
life. Swamiji will explore the teaching
from various perspectives.
Nov 24-27 (Thu-Sun)
Thanksgiving Family Vedanta
Course
Meditation
Meditation plays an integral part in a
seeker’s quest for truth. To receive the
knowledge of Vedanta, one requires
reverential equanimity in all situations;
mastery over the ways of one’s mind;
and grace. The first is achieved by
karma-yoga. The other two are gained
by meditation, defined in the ÚËstra as
a mental activity, which has ½Úvara as
its topic. Swamiji will offer detailed,
in-depth guidance on meditation that is
consistent with the vision of Vedanta.
Dec 24-31 (Sat-Sat)
Year-end Vedanta Course
(Christmas)
Sundara-kËÙ×a
VËlmÌki RËmËyaÙa
In Maharshi Valmiki’s RËmËyaÙa,
the Sundara-kËÙ×a stands in its own
right as a classic epic highlighting the
courage and devotion of Hanuman
and the faithfulness of Sitadevi. An
analysis of the various layers of human
personality—grief, lust, compassion,
cruelty, etc.—depicted in the text,
offers an intense study into people’s
behavioral patterns and the motivating
factors that prompt them. Swamiji’s
elucidation of the depth in its message
is certain to be inspiring.
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Ninth Annual East Coast Residential
Spoken Samskritam Youth Camp
(12-17 years of age)
July 10 - 16
http://www.samskritabharatiusa.org
email: shraddhaa@samskritabharatiusa.org
Phone: 978-268-8406
Lord DakÛiÙËmÍrti Temple and Homa Services
- Upanayanam - SÌmantam (Prenatal) - NËmakaraÙam (Naming Ceremony)
- AkÛarËbhyËsam - ¼yuÛya Homam (Birthday) - Navagraha Homam
- ÉrËddham - VivËham (Wedding) - SatyanËrËyaÙa PÍjË
- SahasranËma PÍjË - Archana
The Gurukulam has full-time priests who are traditionally qualified to
perform Vedic rituals and temple pujas. They are available to perform
any type of ritual for you either at the Gurukulam or in your home. For
these religious functions, accommodations and meals can be provided
at the Gurukulam.
If you are interested please contact (570) 992-2339
Priest Ravi Ext. 1427 or Priest Ganesan Ext. 1361
Introduction to Vaastu Sastra
Ancient Indian Science of Architecture and Construction
June 10 (2pm) – June 12 (evening)
Mr. A.B. Shukla, IAS
Mr. Vinay Aditya
President, Indian Council of Astrological Research, India
For more information: sharmarakesh@gmail.com, 917-299-4128
Registration and Course Fees: $145 for both days: For Accommodation:
Please contact Vimala at 570-992-2339 Ext 210.
All Fees to be paid to Arsha Vidya Gurukulam.
VedËnta Teaching Centers
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VED¼NTA TEACHING CENTERS IN INDIA
Arsha Vidya Pitham
Swami Dayananda Ashram
Sri Gangadhareswar Trust
Purani Jhadi, Rishikesh
Pin 249 137, Uttaranchal
Fax & Phone: 0135-2430769
Website: http:/www.dayananda.org
Email: dayas1088@gmail.com
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Arsha Vijnana Gurukulam
72, Bharat Nagar
Amaravathi Road, Nagpur
Maharashtra 410 033
Phone: 0712-2523768
9822699996
Email: brahmapra@gmail.com
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“Viswa Mangalam”
Athwa Lines
Near Jivan Vikas Society
Surat - 395001
Gujarat
Tel: 98980-26521
Email: pratyag@gmail.com
“Tattva Tirtha”
Adhyatma Vidya Mandir
Thaltej-Shilaj Road
Thaltej
Ahmedabad-380059
Gujarat
Tel: 079-26853666 (Dir) 26858333 (O)
Dhinesh Mehta 94273088 21
Email: contact@tattvatirtha.org
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Brahmavidya Kuteer
“Arsha Vidya Sagar”
1-3-93, Old Alwal,
Secunderabad - 500010 (A.P.)
Tel: 40-27502035
Email: tatvavit36@gmail.com
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Arsha Vidya Gurukulam Anaikatti P.O., Coimbatore Tamil Nadu 641 108, India. Phone: 91-422-2657001
91-9442646701 (Reception) Email: office@arshavidya.in
Manager: 91-9442624486
PÍrÙa-vidyË Teacher’s Training (with Family)
August 17-20
PÍrÙa-vidyË is a program conceived of by Pujya Swamiji for Indian children
and youth growing up in the modern world. Pujya Swamiji says, “This situation
can be very confusing. The native forms of culture and religion are challenged
by other forms reaching the children through the global media. They have to
now choose. Without knowledge of the meaning of those forms, choosing is
impossible. The PÍrÙa-vidyË teaching program provides a resource offering
insight into the vision of the Vedas and the vast literature and religious culture
of India.” In this retreat, adults will be taught how to offer this program in
their own communities.
VedËnta Teaching Centers
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SELF SUPPORTED
VED¼NTA TEACHING CENTERS
Arsha Bodha Center, Somerset, NJ
Swami Tadatmananda
www.arshabodha.org
Tel: 732-940-4008
ab
Arsha Vidya Center (SF-Bay area)
www.arshvidyacenter.org
Mr. Vijay Kapoor
Tel: 650-949-5522
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On line Vedanta classes by Radha
(Dr. Carol Whitfield)
www.arshakulam.org
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Buenos Aires, Argentina
Fundación arsha Vidya
Contact: Swamini Vilasananda
vilasananda@gmail.com
Arsha Vidya en Español
www.arshavidya.es
fundacionarshavidya@gmail.com
ab
Alameda, CA
Vedanta Class in Spanish
Chetan (Carlos Nevarez)
Tel: 510-733-0467
ab
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Vidya Mandir
Centra De Estudos
De Vendanta E Sanscrito
Gloria Arieira
www.vidyamandir.org.br
Tel: 55 21 2287 2774
ab
Arsha Vidya Ontario, Canada
Contact: Dr. Hema Singh
Tel: 416-987-1012
Arsha Vijnana Gurukulam
Swamini Svatmavidyananda
Tel: 541-684-0322
www.arshavm.org
http://www.livestream.com/advaita_
swaminisvatmavidyanandaji
ab
South Florida
Janani Cleary
Tel: 561-737-4124
janefcleary@gmail.com
ab
Swamini Saralananda
Makawao, HI 96768
Tel: 808-344-0006
E-mail: swnisaralananda@gmail.com
ab
Castro Valley, CA
Vedanta Classes
Esha (Esther Nevarez)
Chetan (Carlos Nevarez)
Tel: 510-733-0467
esha.esta@gmail.com
ab
Houston, TX
Arsha Vidya Satsanga
Chandra.Raghu@gmail.com
ab
London, UK
Arsha Vidya UK
Swamini Atmaprakasananda
swamini@arshavidya.org.uk
www.arshavidya.org.uk
Tel: 079 7445 5958
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Six-Week Residential VedËnta Course
with Swami Tattvavidananda
October 11 - November 22
BhagavadgÌtË - Chapter 18,
Verse 46 onwards with ÉËÔkara-bhËÛyam
YogavËsiÛÖha – Sthiti-prakaraÙam (Abridged)
BhagavadgÌtË - Chapter 18
Having pointed out in great detail the complexity of the karma and
karmaphala structure, and that it is beyond the ken of mind because it
is ignorance-based and a net of deception, Sri Krishna concludes the
teaching with the statement, “Giving up all karmas, take refuge in me
alone. I will release you from all karmas; do not grieve.” In keeping
with the depth and clarity of ÉËÔkara-bhËÛyam, Swamiji will develop
the subject matter thoroughly to reveal its potent message.
YogavËsiÛÖha – Sthiti-prakaraÙam (Abridged)
In Vasistha Maharishi’s profound answers to the young prince Sri
Rama’s questions, Sthiti-prakaraÙam is an exposition of the true
nature of the sustenance of the world vis-à-vis its appearance. It states,
with conviction, that only as long as the delusion of the appearance
of the world remains, its reality as an object of perception lasts. The
metaphor used is the appearance of a rainbow, which is like a painting
on a void that does not lend itself to be grasped. The sage exhorts
mastery over the mind as the only means to see delusion as delusion
and thereby to free oneself from the problems relating to life. Swamiji
will explore the teaching from various perspectives.
To apply contact Vimala:
Arsha Vidya Pitham
P.O. Box 1059, Saylorsburg, PA 18353 U.S.A.
570-992-2339 ext 1210 • 570-992-7150 (fax)
or email Suddhatma Chaitanya: suddhatma@gmail.com
Anniversary Celebration
Please join us for our 30th
Anniversary Celebration
August 14, 2016 (Sunday)
Program begins at 9:30 a.m.
and ends by 4:00 p.m.
Music Concert - Pandit Mukesh Desai
Dignitary Address
Anniversary Address:
Sri Swami Viditatmananda
"Sraddha"
Banquet Lunch
Question-answer Session with
Childcare Provided
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Other Retreats and Programs
Therapeutic Yoga and Meditation Retreat
for Chronic Back Pain
May 7-12, 2016
The focus of this seven-day workshop is to offer relief to people with mild to
moderate chronic back pain through therapeutic yoga and meditation. There will
be personalized instruction and use of simple props to give mild support and
traction in a gentle manner.
Julia Lorimer YTT has been a pain relief specialist for 25
years using the Iyengar method of yoga, having studied with
the Iynegar family in Pune for numerous years. She has also
studied the Janet Travel MD Trigger Point and Myofacial
Pain Release Work for many years. Julia completed a 3
year course in Vedanta and Sanskrit with Pujya Swamiji
Dayananada 2010-2013.
Dr. Ashok Chhabra is a licensed psychologist. He is a graduate of Pujya
Swamiji's Vedanta course in Piercy, California 1979-1982. He has conducted
meditation workshops at Saylorsburg, Coimbatore, and Rishikesh gurukulams.
Enrollment is limited to 15 students due to the individualized approach and
would require pre-screening by Julia Lorimer. For further information please
contact Julia Lorimer at 415-879-6944 or Ashok Chhabra at 570-350-4475.
On-going Meditation Sessions
Meditation plays an integral part in a seeker’s spiritual
journey, in that, it steers the wavering mind into a state of
quietude, wherein, the tumult of distracting desires loose
their grip. With practice, the mind will be ushered to a
deeper realm of stillness. Such a mind gains the capability
for a lofty vision and cannot be influenced by anything. As
the practice of meditation deepens, one can resolutely face the problems in
life and gradually become a yukta, abide in one’s real nature.
Guided Meditation sessions are conducted at the gurukulam by Swamini
Ramananda, 1st and 3rd Saturdays of the month from 10:00 am – 12:30 pm.
For more information please contact swamini at 570-421-1836.
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Vedic Astrology Seminars
2016
Introduction to Jyotish
April 29th - May 1st, 2016
9 am - 5 pm
Rakesh Sharma, Board Member,
Arsha Vidya Gurukulam
Registration $95 includes handouts
Vedantic interpretation of Jyotish based on the teaching from Arsha Vidya Gurukulam. Jyotish
is considered one of the six limbs of Vedas (Vedangas). This course will cover the basics
of Jyotish, e. g., Planets, Houses, Signs, Panchanga, etc. and the basic event-timing tools,
concepts and techniques of interpreting charts.
International Jyotish Kumbh Mela
June 2nd - 12th
Intermediate Jyotish
Vinay Aditya - June 3rd - June 5th, 2016
It is for the seekers who have basic understanding of Jyotish. It will elaborate basic principles
and how they are used to interpret the astrological charts. The class will start on Friday, June 3rd
evening and will conclude on Sunday afternoon.
International Jyotish Kumbh Mela
June 2nd-12th, 2016
Faculty: Yogi Karve, Dr. K.S. Charak, Mr. A.B. Shukla, Vinay Aditya, Gudrun Lewis
Schellenbeck [Germany], Alexander [Shiva], Latvia, Michael Sugarman. Others to be confirmed
Topics:
What should be your profession
Exchange of Naksatras
Abdominal Ailments, a Medical Astrology Study
D-12, why it is so different
Remedial Vaastu
Introductory Vaastu, [Certificate can be given]
Other advanced topics
For more information, www.arshavidya.org/events, www.jyotish.com
Any part of the Seminar may be cancelled, and the topics or teachers may be changed due to unforeseen
circumstances.
Registration: Please call Vimala at Gurukulam for registering for the classes,
at 570-992-2339 Ext. 210. For more information, please send an email to rsharmaindia@
yahoo.com or call 917-299-4128. Few volunteer positions are available to defray the cost of
tuition. It will be after or before the Workshop for 2 to 3 hours a day.
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Arsha Vidya Gurukulam Bookstore
Books and Audio/Video/DVD
Our on-site bookstore has an extensive collection of books/audio
and video materials on Vedanta and related topics. A list is online.
Tel: 570-992-2339 Ext. 1567 or 1577
Fax: 570-992-7150
E-mail: avpbooks@epix.net
Main: http://www.arshavidya.org
Bookstore: http://books.arshavidya.org
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Books by Swami Dayananda
Bhagavadgita
HOME STUDY PROGRAM
Designed and Taught by Swami Dayananda
The Bhagavadgita has been a source of
inspiration and knowledge for generations. Placed
in the middle of the Mahabharata of Vedavyasa, it
shines like a pendant jewel of wisdom.
The ‘Gita,’ as the Bhagavadgita is popularly
called, carries a timeless message. The person to
whom it is addressed is Arjuna, a prince and a
warrior. At the scene of a great battle, Arjuna faces
a conflict between his emotions and the proper
course of actions. In this setting of war, Arjuna’s
friend, Lord Krishna, becomes his teacher. Through
Krishna’s teaching extended over seventeen
chapters of verse, Arjuna resolves his conflict and
gains self-knowledge, the essence of the teaching.
Each of the seven hundred verses of the Gita
is presented in devanagari script with translation,
word-for-word meaning, English transliteration,
and an extensive commentary by Swami Dayananda
in keeping with the traditional commentary of
Adi Sankara.
The Gita Home Study consists
of a set of 9 volumes
Price: $250.00 plus S & H
The entire Bhagavadgita is also
available on two CD ROMs - text
only in (PDF format), There are also
two videos, one of Swamiji introducing the Program, and the other of
Arsha Vidya Gurukulam activities
with narration and an audio of the
chanting meters explained.
Additionally the original 363 classes
of the Bhagavadgita, from which the
above two items were edited
is available on 7
MP3 CDs.
Books by Swami Dayananda
Action and Reaction
Bhagavad Gita Home Study Course 9 vol. Set with Sankara Bashya.
Can We?
Crisis Management
Compositions
Conversion is Violence
Danam
Dialogues with Swami Dayananda
Discovering Love
Do All Religions Have the Same Goal?
Exploring Vedanta
Freedom
Freedom from Fear
Freedom from Helplessness
Freedom from Sadness
Freedom from Stress
Freedom in Relationships
Friendship
Fundamental Problem
Gurupurnima
Isvara in One’s Life
In the Vision of Vedanta
Insights
Introduction to Vedanta
Isvara
Japa
Kenopanisad
Living Intelligently
Living Verses Getting On
Mahavakya Vichara
Moments with Krishna
Morning Meditation Prayers
Mundakopanisad
Need for Cognitive Change
Need for Personal Reorganisation
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Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya
Pearls of Wisdom
Personal Re-engineering in Management
Personnel Management
Prayer Guide - (with detailed explanations
of several Mantras, Stotras, Kirtans,
and Religious Festivals)
Problem is You, The Solution is You
Public Talks Part II
Purpose of Prayer
Ramayana
Satyam and Mithya
Self-Knowledge
Sri Rudram (1 book + 1 tape)
Sri Rudram (book only)
Sri Rudram (tape only)
Stress-Free Living
Successful Living
Surrender & Freedom
Talks on Emotional Maturity
Talks and Essays (Vol. II)
Talks on Meditation
Talks on Sri Rudram
Talks on Who Am I
Tattvabodhah
Teaching of the Bhagavad Gita
Value of Values
Vedanta - The solution to our Fundamental
Problem
Vedanta 24 x 7
Vedic View and Way of Life
Visnusahasranama with Trans Comm.
What is Meditation?
What You Love is the Pleased Self
Yoga and Objectivity
You are the Whole
Books Continued on Next Page
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Books by Swami Viditatmananda
Bhaja Govindam of Sri Adi Sankaracarya
Do Not Grieve
Hindu Dharma (Basics and Beyond)
Hymns on Meditation and Prayer
(by Adi Sankara)
Isvara
Kaivalyopanisad
Man and the Universe
Manisa Pancakam of Sri Adi
Sankaracarya
Prayer
Renunciation
Satsanga with Swami (Vol. 1 & 2)
Surrender and Inner Freedom
Vedanta in Present Day Life
The Vision of Oneness
Books by Swami Tattvavidananda
108 Names of Sri Daksinamurti
Aditya Hrdayam
Advaita Makarandah (Sri Laksmidhara’s)
Ganapati Upanisad
Inner Growth Through Devotion
(Bhakti Yoga)
Kaivalyopanisad
Kasi Pancakam - Sri Sankaracharya’s
Maya Pancakam - Sri Sankaracharya’s
Pancikaranam of Sri Sankaracharya
Prarthana Satpadi of Sri Sankaracharya
Pratassmarana Stotram of Sri Sankaracharya
Spirituality and Science in India
Sri Daksinamurti Stotram of
Sri Sankaracarya
Vaidika Sukta Manjari
Mukti Mala
Please contact us for these books, CDs, MP3s and DVDs at our book store.
http://books.arshavidya.org • Tel: 570-992-2339 Ext. 1-567 • avpbooks@epix.net
Arsha Vidya Gurukulam Special Events 2016
Monday, March 7..............................................Mahasivaratri Celebration
Saturday, July 23............................................... Gurupurnima Celebration
(July 19 as per Calendar)
Sunday, Aug 14........................................ Gurukulam’s 30th Anniversary
Sunday, Aug 28.......................................................... Krishna Janmastami
(Aug 25 as per Calendar)
Saturday, Oct 29......................................................Deepavali Celebration
Friday, Dec 9..................................................Gita Jayanti- Gita Parayana
Saturday, Dec 31 (9:00 am - 1:00 pm).......................Mula-mantra - Japa
Sunday, Jan 1 (9:30 am - 12:30 pm)...........New Year’s Day Celebration
* Dates subject to change
2016
VedËnta Retreat Schedules/Ongoing Classes
Adult Schedule
5:45 - 6:45 am AbhiÚeka
7:00 - 7:30 am Guided Meditation
7:30 - 8:00 am Breakfast
8:00 - 9:00 am Gurukula Seva
9:00 - 10:00 am VedËnta Class I
10:30- 11:00 am Music Class/Chanting
11:15 - 12:30 pm VedËnta Class II
12:30 - 1:00 pm Lunch
1:00 - 3:00 pm Free Time
3:00 - 4:30 pm Yoga
5:00 - 6:00 pm VedËnta Class III
6:00 - 6:30 pm ¼rati
6:30 - 7:00 pm Dinner
7:30 - 8:00 pm Bhajans
8:00 - 9:00 pm Satsang (Q&A)
Programs subject to minor changes.
Children’s
9:15 - 10:00 am
10:00 - 10:45 am
10:45 - 11:15 am
11:15 - 12:00 pm
12:15 - 1:30 pm
1:30 - 3:00 pm
3:30 - 4:30 pm
4:30 - 5:00 pm
5:0 - 6:00 pm
6:00 - 6:30 pm
6:30 - 7:00 pm
7:30 - 9:00 pm
Schedule
Yoga
Vedic Chanting
Snack
Vedic Heritage
Lunch
Family Free Time
Group Discussion
Break
Arts & Crafts/
Drama Practice
Games
Dinner
Campfire/Cultural Activity
Recreational Activities include Badminton,
Volleyball, Baseball, Table Tennis, Evening
Campfire and Field Trips. Youth Programs
will be divided into two or three age groups.
All retreats begin with Satsang and Orientation for adults and
children at 8 p.m. on the first date given in the program. All retreats
end after lunch on the last date given in the program,
except Christmas Retreat which ends at 5:00 p.m.
Ongoing Weekend Programs at the Gurukulam
Yoga Class
Guided Meditation Workshop
1st and 3rd Saturday
8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
1st and 3rd Sundays (Adults)
Yoga
BhagavadgÌtË Class
BhagavadgÌtË Class
Satsang (Q&A)
8:00 a.m. - 9:30
10:00 a.m. - 11:00
11:30 a.m. - 12:30
1:30 p.m. - 2:30
Vedic Heritage - 1st and 3rd Sundays (Children)
PÍja
Chanting
Yoga/PÍrÙa VidyË
25
a.m.
a.m.
p.m.
p.m.
10:00 a.m. - 10:30 p.m.
10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
11:15 a.m. -12:15 p.m.
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Yoga Residential Programs
April 8 -10
Level I/II Yoga Course
Bobbie Fultz
April 15 - 17
Iyengar Yoga Course
with Jean Aronoff
May 6 -7
Iyengar Yoga Course
with Dean Lemer
May 7-12
Therapeutic Yoga
2016
June 16 - 19
Summer Solstice
Janet MacLeod
September 7 - 14
Yoga and Sound an Intermediate
and Advanced Training
Ramanand Patel, Mukesh Desai
October 14 - 16
Level I/II Yoga Course
Bobbie Fultz
Ongoing Yoga Classes
The following ongoing yoga classes are conducted at the Gurukulam
Mondays open class 5:00-6:30 p.m.
Tuesdays with Diana 7:00-8:15 p.m.
Thursdays 6:30-8:00 p.m.
Saturdays 8:00-9:30 a.m.
(First and third weekend of the month)
Sundays 8:00-9:30 a.m.
(First and third weekend of the month)
For more information about yoga programs and classes contact
Lance - lancedaniels@hotmail.com or phone 570-992-2339 Ext. 216
The practice of yoga asanas and pranayama is an important component in the
student of vedanta's pursuit. These practices may help the student in a variety of ways,
including the maintenance and possibly improvement of health.
The Yoga Studio at the Gurukulam is a world-class facility, designed to accommodate
as many as 60 students, fully equipped with props and central heat and air conditioning.
Workshops are held at the
Gurukulam several times each year
with the resident teacher and touring
teachers. Topics may include
therapeutic issues, teacher training,
and how to structure and maintain
a yoga practice.
2016
Exploring JyotiÛa
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Explore the Captivating Traditions of Jyotiṣa and Hasta Sāmudrika:
August 20th Unlocking the Secret Language of the Hand
Hasta Sāmudrika is part of the ancient sacred Indian art of analyzing the
body to discern patterns in nature. Hands encode our basic character and
temperament helping us to understand our life trajectory and our elegant
place in the cosmic order. Join this introduction to the compelling, intuitive,
and inﬁnitely rewarding world of Hasta Sāmudrika and learn basic skills
that will function as a life-long practical foundation for exploring the world of
hands around you.
Claudia Anfuso is a practitioner of Indian Palmistry having learned
this sacred art from renowned Jyotiṣa master Hart deFouw. She has
a life-long passion for the human hand and its encoding of both character and destiny patterns and delights in teaching palmistry basics
and workshops.
August 21st Meet the Fascinating Wives of the Moon: The 27 Nakṣatras
You are invited on a journey around the zodiac stopping for awhile in some of the
27 lunar mansions and meeting their luminous hostesses. No previous knowledge of Jyotiṣa is needed for this lovely exploration of the stars that are at the
heart of the tradition. Learn how important they are in timing how life unfolds and
how they color your individual story by their linkage to the ancient Vedic and Puraṇic deities.
Penny Farrow has been involved in the Vedic tradition since 1971. She studied Jyotiṣa intensely since 1991 primarily under the personal tutelage of Hart
deFouw and taught Jyotiṣa and Sanskrit at Vedic Vidya Institute in San Rafael
for eight years. She has been conducting camps at Arsha Vidya since 2009.
Learning Jyotiṣa Basics I May 14 & 15, 2016
Taught by Penny Farrow
Jyotiṣa is an oral tradition where the role of the teacher is to cultivate
the judgment of the student. Facts can be learned from a book but
the gift of discrimination comes only through the interaction between
teacher and student. I therefore teach in settings where such interactions are possible and have structured a series of camps here at the
Gurukulam for those who are interested in ongoing training.
The Jyotiṣa Basics series starts off with Basics I – an excellent foundation for any future
work in this subject. The class is suitable for both beginners and experienced students
as we are trying to establish a group mind with a precise understanding of fundamental
principles. The feedback from even advanced students taking the class indicates that it is
helpful in filling in gaps and giving a greater appreciation of the beautiful tradition that has
nourished this wisdom through the ages.
Basics I serves as a pre-requisite for the rest of the series.
For further information e-mail: info@vedicchart.com
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Directions to Arsha Vidya Gurukulam
2016
From Rt. 80 East - take Exit 302A, Rt. 33S, to Saylorsburg Exit. Turn left at the T.
From New York - via George Washington Bridge, take I-80 West. Past Stroudsburg, take Exit 304 onto 209-33S. Stay on Route 33S to Saylorsburg Exit.
Turn left at the T. The gurukula is about 1/8 mile on your right. Alternate route
from the south, New York, is via I-78 to PA 33 North (see below).
From Philadelphia - From I-476 N to Lehigh Valley Exit 56 to US 22E to PA 33N
towards Saylorsburg. Take the Saylorsburg exit. At the stop sign, turn right, and
at the next stop sign turn left. The Gurukulam is on the right.
GPS Coordinates: 40.888, -75.3133 (North, West)
Physical Address: 651 Route 115, Saylorsburg, PA 18353
(The Gurukulam is next to the Saylorsburg Lumber Co. and across from
the Blue Ridge Flea Market.)
New Year’s Day Celebration
Sunday, January 1, 2017 • 9:30 a.m.
Join us to welcome the New Year in the presence of Lord DakÛiÙËmÍrti,
Swami Tattvavidananda, and Swami Pratyagbodhananda
Program
AbhiÚeka to Lord DakÛiÙËmÍrti
Swami Tattvavidananda and
Swami Pratyagbodhananda’s
New Year Messages
¼rati
PrasËdam (Lunch)
New Year’s Day
AbhiÚekam
sponsorship $101
¼cËryas at the Gurukulam
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Pujya Swami Dayananda Saraswati - Founder
Within the ancient lineage of traditional Vedanta
teachers, Pujya Sri Swamiji is acclaimed as a leading
figure who had unsurpassable scholarship and clarity
of expression. Swamiji unfolded the message of the
Upanisads for over fifty years, during which time he
established the global family of Arsha Vidya institutions
with the single vision of imparting the perennial Vedic wisdom, respect
for humanity and cultures, and commitment to the upliftment of society.
The major Arsha Vidya centers in India are in Rishikesh, Coimbatore and
Nagpur and, in the U.S.A. in Saylorsburg.
Swami Viditatmananda Saraswati, a learned disciple of
Pujya Swamiji, expounds VedËnta with a simplicity and
directness that makes it easy to assimilate. Having lived
and worked in the U.S. prior to becoming a renunciate,
he is familiar with the lifestyles in India and the West.
With his insights into both cultures, he can reach out
to Indians and Westerners with equal ease.
Swami Tattvavidananda, a committed disciple of Pujya
Swamiji, has translated the BhagavadgÌtË Home Study
Course into Telegu and has written a number of books
in English and Telegu. Very natural in his scholarship,
he is from a family of Vedic pandits and holds Ph.D.s
in Chemistry and Sanskrit. Swamiji’s deep immersion
in the Vedic tradition is reflected in the profundity and
breadth of his classes, delivered with the modesty that
only a true scholar can command.
Swami Pratyagbodhananda, a long-time disciple of
Pujya Swamiji, is at home teaching VedËnta in three
languages - English, Gujarati and Hindi. He teaches not
only VedËntic texts, but also RËmËyaÙa and BhËgavatam.
Swamiji has taught in the gurukulam programs for
over a decade, enlivening his classes with his sense of
humor and affable nature.
Program Fees
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2016
COURSES
SINGLE
FAMILY* Reg.Lodging Reg.Lodging
Family Courses I, II, III
$150
$375
$200
TUITION
$325/person
Free
Year End Courses and Bhasya Classes (Children 2-11 yr $100; 12-19 yrs: $150; 20 and above: $250)
One-Week Vedanta Courses-Adults $150
$375
$200
$325/person
Free
Children’s Courses I, II
$100
$350 (Children age 9-12(I) and 9-16 (II) unaccompanied by parents)
Winter Weekend Family Courses $50
$75
$100
$125
Free
Easter Weekend Family Courses $50
$75
$100
$125
Free
Memorial Day Weekend Courses
$75
$150
$100
$250
Free
Independence Day Courses
$75
$150
$100
$250
Free
Labor Day Patrons’ Courses I & II
Complimentary to Patrons
Thanksgiving Day Family Courses
$75
$150
$100
$250
Two-Week Vedanta Courses
If you attend for one week
$200
$150
$500
$300
$300
$200
$350/personFree
$225/person Free
Six-Week Vedanta Courses
$100 $800
$150 $650/person Free
Free
*Couple with Children
All courses begin with Satsang and Orientation for
adults and children at 8 p.m. on the first date
given in the program. All courses end after lunch
on the last date given in the program,
except Christmas Courses which ends at 5:00 p.m.
During courses accommodations are limited to registered guests and family
members. Extra invited guests, adult and children, must be registered in advance.
Unless specified, there is no charge for children accompanied by their parents.
The Gurukulam does not charge tuition for Vedanta classes.
We rely mainly on donations to make the programs possible.
All food is complimentary.
2016
Registration Form
31
Please check the programs you will be attending:
VEDANTA COURSES:
o Winter Weekend Course
Feb 12-15
o Easter Weekend
Mar 25-27
o Memorial Day Weekend Course May 27-30
o Independence Day Course
July 1-4
o Bhashyam Classes
July 10-16
o Children’s Course I
July 10-16
o Children’s Course II
July 17-23
o Family Vedanta Course I
July 17-23
o Family Vedanta Course II
July 24-30
o Family Vedanta Course III
July 31-Aug 6
o Purna Vidya Teacher’s Training Aug 17-20
o Labor Day Patrons’ Course I
Aug 25-28
o Labor Day Patrons’ Course II Sep 2-5
o Yoga and Sound
Sep 7-14
o One Week Vedanta Course
o Two Week Vedanta Course
o Six Week Vedanta Course
o Thanksgiving Vedanta Course o Year End Vedanta Course
YOGA
o Level I/II Yoga Course
o Iyengar Yoga Course
o Iyengar Yoga Course
o Therapeutic Yoga Course
o Summer Solstice
o Yoga and Sound
o Level I/II
Total No. in Group
Adults
Name(s)
Children 1.
Age
2.
Age
3.
Age
Phone (H)
(W)
E-Mail
Cell
Address
City
State
Reg. Fee $
Lodging Fee $
o Visa/Master
Method of Payment: o Check
Card Number
Cardholder's Name
Signature
Sept 17-24
Sept 25-Oct 7
Oct 11- Nov 22
Nov. 24-27
Dec. 24-31
April 8-10
April 15-17
May 6-7
May 7-12
June 16-19
Sept 7-14
Oct 14-16
Children
Gender
Gender
Gender
Zip
Total Enclosed $
o Am Ex
Exp. Date
o Disc
Please make checks payable to “Arsha Vidya Pitham”
You may also register by phone with your credit card.
Accommodations are limited - on a first come first served basis.
Please send completed registration form with payment to:
Arsha Vidya Pitham, 651 Route 115, P.O. Box 1059,
Saylorsburg, PA 18353-1059 U.S.A.
Tel: (570) 992-2339 Ext. 1210 • Fax: (570) 992-7150/9617
Website: www.arshavidya.org • E-Mail: avpoffice@gmail.com
• Vedanta
• Children’s Programs
• Yoga
• Vedic Chanting
• Meditation
• Samskritam
• Ayurveda
• Astrology
• Classical Indian Music
Year
2016
Programs
(Institute of Vedanta, Sanskrit, Meditation and Yoga)
P.O. Box 1059 • Saylorsburg, PA 18353
Phone: 570-992-2339 • 732-790-0173
avpoffice@gmail.com
Website: www.arshavidya.org
Arsha Vidya Pitham
PAID
Stroudsburg, PA
18360
Permit No. 28
Non-Profit Org.
U.S. Postage

2016 AVG Programs Booklet

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