International Sanskrit Examination Resource
2 Year Course 'Sanskrit: Language & Culture'
Weekly online classes starting Saturday 24th April 2021, 15.30 - 17.30 UK time
Learn Sanskrit, and deepen your understanding of Vedantic culture.
Discover more about the cultural and philosophical background of the Epics and the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali.
Chant Vedic peace prayers, Bhagavad Gita verses, and practise pronunciation of traditional terms used in Yoga.
'As a yoga teacher it gave me confidence and authority in the various components of a class...' 'In practice, studying Sanskrit is studying the history, philosophy and ancient traditions of yoga.' testimonial from a British Wheel of Yoga trained teacher
You will ...
- consolidate the alphabet first, then proceed step by step, guided by an expert
- understand concepts such as karma, sattva, citta, dharma, more deeply
- opportunity for assessment of your basic abilities after 1 year
- have study set after each class for ongoing practice
The course ...
- language and literature study plus chanting practice with the teacher
- lessons are 2 hours in length (short break after first hour) for 12 weeks per Term, for 6 Terms
- content tried and tested over 40 years to be manageable for all age groups
- everything that's needed for an IGCSE examination (exam itself is optional) overview
- user-friendly textbooks praised by children and adults alike (Stories of Krishna 1 & 2, The Story of Rama 1 & 2)
- endorsed by The British Wheel of Yoga and eligible for CPD points
How to apply: (Sorry, class is now full. Please send any questions to h.harper@stjamesschools.co.uk)
Course fee:'Early bird' £300 one-off payment for whole course if paid before February 20th. Otherwise, £330 whole course - see T&Cs for details. 4 published books will be needed for the first part of the course-- Stories of Krishna 1 & 2, The Story of Rama 1 & 2. You can order these from mlbd.in (allow time for postage). Some books are available from hello@fses.org.
DATES:
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Beginning |
Weeks |
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Summer 2021 |
24.4.21 - 10.7.21 |
12 |
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Autumn 2021 |
18.9.21 – 4.12.21 tbc |
12 |
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Spring 2022 |
15.1.22 – 2.4.22 tbc |
12 |
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Summer 2022 |
30.4.22 - 16.7.22 tbc |
12 |
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Autumn 2022 |
17.9.22 - 3.12.22 tbc |
12 |
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Spring 2023 |
14.1.23 - 1.4.23 tbc |
12 |
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- Membership of the 'British Wheel of Yoga' is not necessary. All welcome!
- The examination itself is not obligatory but is recommended.
- Knowing the alphabet beforehand is helpful but still means you are a beginner in relation to our courses.
- Provided by 'Sanskrit @ St James'. A rare opportunity to study an established course with experienced teachers. For more information visit: http://www.sanskritatstjames.org.uk/
Latest update 19.2.21