SUNDAY EVENINGS 6:30 – 8:00 PM

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This class will explore the teachings of the Bhagavad Gita, one of the core scriptures of Yoga. The Gita is a conversation between Prince Arjuna and his teacher Krishna on philosophical concepts that are important to the present day. The text addresses some of the core human questions that we all have, such as “Who am I?” “What is my purpose?” “Why am I here?” and “How can I best contribute to my community and the world?” 

This class will introduce you to the history, story and key concepts within the Gita chapter by chapter. We will read the text, taking inspiration from specific verses and connecting them with specific struggles we face in everyday life. The format of this class will include textual reading, group discussion, chanting in Sanskrit and meditation.  Drop-ins are welcome.

MONDAY EVENINGS 7:30 - 9:00pm

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Vidyaranya is a 14th century saint who is considered one of the most influential authors post Adi Shankara. He served as the Shankaracharya of the Sringiri Math in the 1380s.

The text is divided into 3 sections of 5 chapters each. Each section corresponds to the statement “Sat Chit Ananda” from the Upanishads, used to describe the Ultimate Reality.

Texts will be available at the first class and a Kindle version is available on Amazon for those Zooming in.

WEDNESDAY MORNINGS 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM 

Starts April 3, 2024. Happening both in-person and on Zoom.  Click here to join

This is an important Sanskrit classic for advanced students of Vedanta by the author of Panchadasi, Vidyaranya.  It includes the nature and scope of jivanmukti (salvation) and the means to attain it.

THURSDAY EVENINGS 7:30 - 9:00PM

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Written by the 8th century Hindu saint Adi Shankara, Vivekachudamani is the original “handbook to higher consciousness.” It exhaustively sets out the spiritual path in a linear sequence of practices, informed by a thorough understanding of theory. It has been said that if one diligently practices all that is in Vivekachudamani, on can guarantee Self Realization. Jim’s teacher, Swami Chinmayananda used to say that only two books were essential for the study and practice of Adwaita Vedanta – the Bhagavad Gita and Vivekachudamani.

SATURDAY MORNINGS 10:30AM - 12:00PM

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The Upanishads are the primary source material for the whole Advaita Vedanta philosophy and practice. We will make our way through some of the principle ones in an on-going group.

Prasnopanishad is one of the 10 principal Upanishad and is considered one of the most important. It is found in the Atharva Veda and is in the form of a dialogue between the teacher and six students who each have a question (prasna).  It not only discusses the highest Truth, but goes into detail regarding the nature of prana.