Vedanta Course Highlights
- Bhaja Govindam: Understanding Adi Shankara's verses on dispassion (Vairagya), dispelling mental delusions, and cultivating lasting inner peace.
- Principal Upanishads: Contemplative study of the foundational texts revealing the non-dual nature of the Self (Atman) and absolute reality (Brahman).
- Bhagavad Gita (Karma Yoga): The art of performing worldly duties with clarity and dedication while eliminating outcome anxiety and mental fatigue.
- Japa & Mantra Sadhana: Harnessing sacred sound vibrations to quiet the restless mind and deepen meditative awareness.
- Asana & Pranayama: Daily authentic Hatha postures and vital breath regulation to stabilize the physical and pranic body for philosophy and meditation.
- Dual Attendance Formats: Join us in-person on our 3-acre Dehradun forest ashram or participate live interactively from anywhere via Zoom.
Living Vedanta: Philosophy Applied to Daily Life
Vedanta is not an abstract metaphysical theory reserved solely for forest hermits or scholarly libraries. At its heart, Advaita Vedanta is the supreme science of human experience—a systematic inquiry into the nature of the mind, the root causes of psychological suffering, and the realization of one's unshakeable, true nature.
In modern life, high stress, emotional friction, and mental exhaustion arise when our actions and sense of identity are driven by unexamined desires, fear of failure, and over-identification with fluctuating circumstances. In this 7-day immersion, Mohan Maharaj ji unpacks five essential pillars that bridge timeless Vedic wisdom with the complex realities of your daily life, family responsibilities, and professional work.
Core Curriculum & Syllabus Breakdown
The course follows a structured progression across the 7 days, combining scriptural study (*Svadhyaya*), reflective contemplation (*Manana*), and applied practice:
1. Bhaja Govindam (Moha Mudgara)
Composed by Adi Shankaracharya, Bhaja Govindam (The Hammer upon Delusion) is one of the most accessible yet piercing texts in all of Indian philosophy. You will examine the illusions of worldly attachment, the impermanence of youth and wealth, and how to awaken sincere clarity (*Viveka*) and dispassion (*Vairagya*) while remaining fully engaged in your worldly duties.
2. Principal Upanishads
Delve into the foundational revelations of the Mukhya Upanishads (including passages from Isha, Katha, Mandukya, and Taittiriya). Unpack the core Vedantic equations: the three states of consciousness (waking, dreaming, deep sleep), the Witness (*Sakshi*), and the realization of non-duality (*Tat Tvam Asi*).
3. Bhagavad Gita: The Science of Karma Yoga
Study Krishna’s teachings in Chapters 2, 3, and 4 on effortless efficiency in action (*Yogah Karmasu Kaushalam*). Learn how to act decisively without anxiety over outcomes, transform ordinary daily chores into sacred offerings (*Ishvara Pranidhana*), and master emotional resilience in challenging relationships.
4. Japa & Mantra Sadhana
Mantra repetition (*Japa*) is recognized in the Gita as the highest form of sacrifice (*Yajña*). Learn classical Japa techniques using mala, silent mental repetition (*Manasika Japa*), and how to anchor wandering thoughts during high-pressure situations.
5. Classical Asana & Pranayama
A restless body cannot sustain subtle philosophical inquiry. Daily morning and afternoon sessions integrate gentle joint mobility, authentic classical Hatha asanas for spinal strength, and calming pranayamas (Nadi Shodhana, Bhramari, Ujjayi) to prepare the nervous system for meditation.
Onsite Residential Packages & Pricing
For onsite participants joining at our Dehradun forest ashram, packages are 100% all-inclusive. One fee covers 7 days and 6 nights of accommodation, daily fresh organic Sattvic meals, all study sessions, materials, hawan ceremonies, and a Certificate of Completion.
| Option | Occupancy & Inclusions | Total Fee (INR) |
|---|---|---|
| Dormitory (Onsite) | Comfortable gender-separated ashram dormitory, shared clean facilities, all Sattvic meals & courses | ₹15,000 per person |
| Shared Private Room (Onsite) | Twin-sharing spacious bedroom with attached bath (2 persons), all Sattvic meals & courses | ₹20,000 per person |
| Private Room - Single (Onsite) | Single-occupancy private room with attached bath, all Sattvic meals & courses | ₹25,000 per person |
| Tree House (Onsite) | Unique elevated forest living overlooking Himalayan foothills, private bath & balcony | ₹28,000 (Twin) / ₹35,000 (Single) |
| Live Online Participation | Daily live 2-way Zoom lectures, interactive Q&A with Mohan Maharaj ji, study workbook, and class recordings | Custom / Inquire for details |
Daily Routine (Onsite Immersion)
| Time | Activity Description |
|---|---|
| 6:45 AM | Morning Tea — Herbal drink to gently awaken digestion |
| 7:15 AM | Daily Yajna (Vedic Hawan) — Sacred fire ceremony for purification |
| 8:00 – 9:00 AM | Vedanta Class I |
| 9:00 – 10:00 AM | Asana Practice |
| 10:00 AM | Fruit Break |
| 10:20 AM | Sattvic Brunch |
| 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Karma Yoga (Mindful Selfless Service) |
| 12:00 – 1:00 PM | Rest & Reflection |
| 1:00 – 1:40 PM | Yoga Nidra (Guided Deep Relaxation) |
| 2:00 PM | Herbal Tea Break |
| 3:00 – 4:00 PM | Vedanta Class II |
| 4:00 – 5:30 PM | Asana & Pranayama Practice |
| 5:30 PM | Evening Nature Walk in the Forest Campus |
| 6:15 PM | Sattvic Dinner |
| 7:30 – 8:30 PM | Vedanta Class III & Q&A Session |
| 8:45 PM | Warm Herbal Milk |
| 9:15 PM | Lights Off & Silent Rest |
What Students Say About Learning with Our Masters
Profound spiritual clarity...
"Learning philosophy from traditional masters here changed my relationship with my work and mind. The teachings are not academic; they are living truths that bring immediate stillness."
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"The school follows traditional Yoga and Vedanta in its most authentic form, without modern dilution. Living in the school felt grounding, simple, peaceful, and truly transformative."