Beginner4 lessons6-8 hours

Introduction to Sanatana Dharma

Begin your exploration of Sanatana Dharma -- the eternal way -- with this foundational learning path. Covering core concepts like Dharma, Karma, and Atman; the major philosophical schools; the structure of the Vedic texts; and the practical ethics and daily practices that make Hindu philosophy a living tradition. Ideal for newcomers and those who have studied informally and wish to create a more organized understanding.

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    Understanding Karma: The Cosmic Law of Cause and Effect

    Karma is one of the most misunderstood concepts in Sanatana Dharma. Far more than a simple system of reward and…

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    The Fourfold Path of Yoga: Jnana, Bhakti, Karma, and Raja

    Yoga is not merely physical exercise. In the Vedic tradition, yoga means union -- the deliberate reconnection of…

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    The Significance of Om: The Primordial Sound of Creation

    Om is the most sacred syllable in Sanatana Dharma. Before creation, there was only vibration -- and that vibration is…

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    Sandhyavandanam: The Science and Art of Daily Vedic Prayer

    Sandhyavandanam is the ancient Vedic practice of offering worship at the three junctions of the day -- dawn, noon, and…