Vedanta Sadhaka Course

Guiding Seekers to Self-Discovery

Chinmaya Mission, through its accredited tertiary institution Chinmaya Vishwa Vidyapeeth (CVV), offers a unique one-year residential Vedanta Sadhaka Course. Chinmaya International Foundation (CIF), located in the serene surroundings of Adi Shankara Nilayam—the maternal birth home of Sri Adi Shankaracharya near Cochin, Kerala. This course awards a Post Graduate Diploma in Advaita Vedanta.

Purpose of the Course

The Course is a one-year (two-semester) immersive residential programme focused on the intensive study of the Upanishads, Bhagavad Gita and key Vedantic texts. Thoughtfully designed, it equips seekers from all backgrounds with a clear understanding of Advaita Vedanta and the spiritual practices essential for a sadhaka’s journey.

This Course offers a rare opportunity for sincere seekers to deepen their knowledge through a structured schedule of classes and spiritual disciplines within an Ashram setting. Following the traditional gurukul method, students step away from external distractions, engaging in learning, reflection and contemplation under the guidance of experienced teachers.

Course Teachers

Swami Sharadananda Sarasvati, is a polyglot with expertise in Sanskrit, Indian Philosophy (Yoga and Advaita Vedanta) with an in-depth understanding of ritualistic and cultural traditions. A post-graduate of Advaita Vedanta, he secured a first rank at the All India level and was awarded a gold medal from the prestigious Sanskrit University, Rashtriya Sanskrit Sansthan, New Delhi.

Swamiji has been Acharya for Sanskrit and Purohit courses offered by Chinmaya Mission. He was also the Acharya of the two-year residential Vedanta Course in Malayalam (2018 – 2020) at Kerala Sandeepany, Adi Sankara Nilayam. He is also a member of the Academic Council of Chinmaya Vishwa Vidyapeeth (CVV).

Course Teachers

Brahmachari Ved Chaitanya, presently serving at Chinmaya International Foundation (CIF), Kerala, is a skilled orator in English, Hindi and Marathi. A distinguished scholar with an Engineering degree from Pune University, Vedji worked in Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) before completing the two-year residential Vedanta Course at Sandeepany Sadhanalaya.

Holding a post-graduate degree in MA Sanskrit from Chinmaya Vishwa Vidyapeeth and presently pursuing his Ph.D., Vedji embodies youthful dynamism coupled with genuine wisdom. Personally, Vedji exudes cheerfulness and kindness, endearing himself to everyone, from youngsters to adults.

Curriculum

Devanagari and the basics of Sanskrit Grammar

Vedic Chanting of Hymns & Suktams

Meditation – Theory & Practise

Bhajans, Traditional Chants & Hymns

Satsangs with Acharyas & Guest Teachers

In-depth Study of Bhagavad Gita

Sadhanas including Puja, Yoga, Havan & Traditional Practices

Practice of Bhakti expounded in texts such as Ramayana

Adi Shankara Nilayam

A Unique Campus Experience

The Vedanta Sadhaka Course is located in the serene atmosphere of Chinmaya Eswar Gurukula (CEG), nestled in the captivating beauty of Kerala.

Sprawled across a breathtaking ten-acre expanse, this picturesque campus is enveloped by verdant landscapes, adorned with enchanting temple shrines and serene lily ponds.

Contact Details

Address :- Adi Sankara Nilayam,
Veliyanadu, Piravom, Kochi, Kerala 6823132
Mail: vsc@chinfo.org
Website : CIF
More Information https://www.cvv.ac.in/program/vedanta-sadhaka-course

Phone :- +91-920-771-1140 | +91-484-274-9676

Central Chinmaya Mission Trust

Saki Vihar Road, Powai, Mumbai - 400 072.

Tel : +91-22-2803 4900

E-mail : ccmt@chinmayamission.com