Gurukulam
Gurukulam
Who we are?
Arsha means "from the Rishis (Sages). Vidya means knowledge. Parampara means tradition/lineage. Hence Ārsha Vidyā Paramparā means "The knowledge tradition coming down from our Sages/Seers".
We are a non-profit organisation, presently conducting online classes and residential courses to enable people from around the world benefit from the timeless knowledge of our Rishis, primarily Vedanta (Bhagavad Gita, Upanishads), Yoga & Sanskrit. We belong to the unbroken teaching tradition of Advaita Vedānta preserved by illustrious masters like Vyāsa and Ādi Śankara. Our Guru is Śrī Swāmī Dayānanda Saraswatī (1930-2015).
Frequently asked questions on Vedanta
The fundamental human predicament (problem) and the Solution
The fundamental human predicament (problem) and the Solution
Beginning from childhood, one is encouraged to be successful because only success is assumed to make one happy and joyful. And success is primarily defined in terms of outward accomplishments like money, wealth, power, status, career achievements etc. Even if we manage to be reasonably successful, happiness and peace of mind remain elusive. That is true because even if we have achieved a good number of our goals we find that the goals are only being continuously replaced by newer ones! This is when the question arises as to whether this endless rat race is all worth it. One then starts seeking spiritual solutions and begins looking towards Hatha Yoga, meditation techniques, visiting temples, trying to understand God etc. Even though all of the above may be somewhat helpful and give a temporary peace of mind, the fundamental problem remains. The solution to this problem can be obtained ONLY in the eternal teachings of the Bhagavad Gitā and Upanishads. And they have to be studied in a structured and systematic way...