Ongoing Open Sanskrit Classes

with Bharati Devi & Ma Bhaskarananda

Weekends & Holidays 11:00am
Weekdays 10:45am
Note: Between July 21 & August 29, 2008, Weekday Open Classes will only be
Mon, Wed & Fri 4:30 - 5:30pm, taught by Ma Bhaskarananda.
Tuition: by donation, or included in Ashram overnight guest rate

Instruction in the Sanskrit language is available daily for resident students, guests and the interested public. Knowledge of Sanskrit grammar, as "science of vibration," gives a genuine understanding of the language and independent access to the meaning of the ancient scriptures. It is taught here through the unique, interactive method developed by Shri Brahmananda Sarasvati. With its emphasis on chanting and rhythm, this method also functions as a meditative discipline and an energizing holistic therapy.

Classes may include reading and writing of the devanagari script, chanting of the Sanskrit alphabet and word forms, grammar, conversational exercises and philosophy/psychology of language. At least the first part of each session is of a general nature, with no prior knowledge required.

 

Summer 2008 Special Programs

Jun 30-Jul 18 Mon-Fri
Sanskrit "Science of Vibration": Introductory Course with Bharati Devi

Jul 21-Aug 29 Mon-Fri
Intermediate/Advanced Sanskrit Courses with Prof. Ram Karan Sharma

For more information on the School of Sanskrit at Ananda Ashram, contact bharati000@gmail.com.