The Sacred Prelude: Gateway to the Gita

First Step into the Wisdom of the Gita

With the battlefield of Kurukshetra as its sacred setting, the Bhagavad Gita shines as a timeless dialogue between the human and the Divine. Yet, before one enters this profound scripture, there lies a doorway of understanding The Sacred Prelude: Gateway to the Gita. This introductory webinar gently opens that doorway, guiding seekers into the heart of the Gita through three foundational studies: Introduction to the Mahabharata, Gita Dhyanam and Gita Mahatmyam.

The Mahabharata, an epic of unparalleled scope, provides the narrative backdrop for the Gita. It unfolds the drama of Dharma, destiny and human struggle, culminating in the moment where Lord Krishna reveals the eternal wisdom of Self-knowledge to a bewildered Arjuna. Understanding this context allows one to approach the Gita not merely as philosophy, but as living guidance born of life’s most profound conflicts.

The Gita Dhyanam is the invocation traditionally chanted before studying the Gita. In its verses, seekers are taught the right attitude for scriptural study, reverence for the text, surrender to the Teacher and purity of intention. It transforms reading into worship and learning into meditation, preparing the mind to receive divine knowledge with humility and devotion.

Our tradition teaches Gita Mahatmyam before study to develop shraddha because only a person with shraddha gains true Knowledge.

Webinar Highlights

• Overview of the Mahabharata and its connection to the Gita
• Understanding the meaning and significance of Gita Dhyanam
• Insights into Gita Mahatmyam, with verse by verse meaning 
• Preparing the seeker’s heart and mind for deeper Gita study
• Developing a devotional and contextual foundation for lifelong learning

Schedule & Details

Dates: 5 to 14 January 2025
Time: Monday to Friday, 7:00 – 8:00 PM IST
Language: English
Webinar Fees: ₹1500, US$ 40
Mode: Online Via Zoom

Webinar Format

• 8 Online sessions
• The sessions will be streamed on Zoom. Those who miss the online session can listen to the recordings available in the dashboard.
• Recordings will be available in the dashboard for a period of 6 months post the completion of the webinar.

Prerequisite

• Availability of a computer with audio-video internet conferencing facility.
• Access to Zoom

Facilitator

Swami Sharadananda Sarasvati is a polyglot with expertise in Sanskrit, Indian Philosophy (Yoga & Advaita Vedanta) with an in-depth understanding of ritualistic and cultural traditions. With a postgraduate degree in Advaita Vedanta, Swamiji combines the best of Gurukula learning with academic excellence.

To know more about Swami Sharadananda, please click here.

Contact Details

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