Sanatana Dharma

Course Overview of Sanatana Dharma

This course provides an introduction to the core concepts and various dimensions and schools of Dharma. It is suitable for anyone above the age of 14.

Course Details

• Total Hours: 30 hours
• Number of Sessions: 20 sessions
• Session Duration: 1.5 hours per session
• Presentation Style: Slides will be used.
• Recordings: All sessions will be recorded, and links will be shared with registered participants.

Core Concepts and Dimensions od Sanatana Dharma

• Etymology of Dharma
• Concept of Dharma as per Vedic and Dharmaśāstric sources
• Implementation of Dharma in personal and community life
• Social, political, cultural, and philosophical dimensions of Dharma
• Festivities and aesthetics involved in Dharma
• Concept and misconceptions around Varṇāśrama paddhati
• The role of Hindu women in Dharma

Key Theories and Practices

• Karma
• Yajna
• Tapas
• Mokṣa
• Upāsana mārgas
• Agamas

Unifying Principles and Challenges

• Oneness in all diverse schools of thought and cults
• Threats to Dharma