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Self-Paced
• Through a series of 20-25 on-demand weekly talks (each approximately 45-60 minutes long), Br. Sachinmayamrita Chaitanya guides a self-paced course on studying the Tattvabodha scripture.
•Join an exclusive opportunity to learn the timeless wisdom of Advaita Vedānta, India’s spiritual heritage. -
Tattvabodha
• Tattvabodha is a traditional Sanskrit text.
• It is an excellent succinct primer for those interested in starting an in-depth study of Advaita Vedānta, as well as for those who would like a simple overview of the Advaita teaching in general. -
Course Materials
• Video lessons, satsangs, live Q&A and access to an online exclusive community.
• PDF of text will be provided in both devanagari (Sanskrit) and in roman letters with diacritical markings. No other materials are needed. -
Structure
• The course will take approximately five months to complete, with structured breaks to facilitate the pacing.
• No experience with studying scriptures or Sanskrit is required, merely a sincere open-hearted desire to understand the teaching of Advaita Vedānta and how it aligns with Amma’s teachings. -
Live Zoom Q&A
• The text has five sections. There will be a live Zoom Q&A for each section of the course with Br. Sachinmayamrita Chaitanya.
• View the live session schedule -
Community Interaction
• Ask questions and interact with other students via the online community forum exclusive to Amrita Virtual Academy Members.
Scriptural Study
Knowledge of the Truth: An Introduction to Vedanta
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Journey into the Heart of India's Ancient Wisdom
In a series of online talks, Br. Sachinmayamrita Chaitanya covers the Vedānta primer Tattvabodha in full, incorporating aspects of Amma’s teachings and life into the classes.
- Structured self-paced classes
- Regular live Zoom sessions
- Hosted from Amritapuri
What is Tattvabodha?
This ancient scripture is a traditional Sanskrit text. It is an excellent, succinct primer for the study of Advaita. It discusses key philosophical and metaphysical concepts from Sanatana Dharma, including:
• Requisite mental preparation for spiritual inquiry
• Analysis of the body-mind complex and its discernment from the True Self
• Analysis of the universe and its unfoldment from God
• The inherent oneness of the True Self and God
• The attainment of liberation through knowledge in this life itself
About the Instructor
Brahmachari Sachinmayamrita Chaitanya
At Amma’s encouragement, Br. Sachinmayamrita has been studying the scriptures since the beginning of his days in the Ashram, and this has been an important part of his spiritual life ever since.
Through down-to-earth language, he brings the scriptures to life, connecting the ancient texts of India with Amma's teachings and our own daily life.
Course Syllabus & Live Session Schedule
Live Sessions will be on Sundays at 9:30 PM IST. All dates and times are listed in India Standard Time (IST). Schedule may be prone to change. Please stay tuned for updates as the course progresses.
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Program
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Opening Ceremony & Course Welcome Live Zoom Session |
Sun Jan 5 9:30 - 10:30 PM, IST* |
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Tattvabodha: Section 1 Self-paced study, on-demand Classes 1–8 release every Monday at 8:00 AM IST |
Jan 6–Feb 23 |
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Live Zoom Q&A Topic: Tattvabodha - Section 1 |
Sun Mar 9 9:30 - 10:30 PM, IST* |
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Tattvabodha: Section 2 Self-paced study, on-demand Classes 9–16 release every Monday at 8:00 AM IST |
March 10–April 28 |
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Live Zoom Q&A Topic: Tattvabodha - Section 2 |
Sun May 11 9:30 - 10:30 PM, IST* |
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Tattvabodha: Section 3 On-demand Release |
Date TBA |
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Tattvabodha: Section 4 On-demand Release |
Date TBA |
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Tattvabodha: Section 5 On-demand Release |
Date TBA |
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Live Zoom Q&A Topic: Tattvabodha - Section 3, 4, 5 & Closing Ceremony |
Date TBA |
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