Nārada Bhakti Sūtra

By Kamala Lochan Dās

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Course Duration
12 Hours

Videos
90 Minutes

No. Of Sessions
7

Sessions per week
At your own pace

Language
English

Eligibility

Anyone

Schedule of Classes

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Anytime

Regular classes on At your own pace

About the Teacher

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Kamala Lochan Dās

He was born in Mysore (Karnataka, India) on 20th April, 1973.

Madhusūdana Māsa (Vaiśākha Paurṇamāsī)

Kṛṣṇa Pakṣa Tritīyā, Viśākhā Nakṣatra (4th Pada).

His grandmother named him Kṛṣṇa Kiraṇa as she had vowed to Śrī Udupi Kṛṣṇa in her prayers to Him that a male child born will be named after Him.

Childhood

Born into an orthodox Madhva family, he spent his childhood in and around Madhava Mutt (Uttarādi  Mutt) learning all the rituals and mantras. Hanuman and Śrīpāda Madhvācārya were his natural heroes. His grandmother’s Mahābhārata and Rāmāyaṇa stories became his passion. Later he did his schooling in Tenali (the place of famous Tenali Rām) regularly visiting the Hauman’s deity (Mukhyaprāṇa) installed by Narahari Tirtha (No. 7 in our Guru Paramparā list).

Youth

When he was just 14, the usually naughty and playful nature in him suddenly changed into a serious and philosophical one after the demise of his mother. While studying in college (Marine Engineering) he tried to explore sense gratification under peer pressure, but found it against his nature. It was in the 3rd year of college that he heard a lecture by HG Dayārāma Prabhu and made up his mind not to marry.

As he read the Gītā many times and frequently heard from HH Bhakti Vidyāpūrṇa Swami at the Māyāpur Gurukul, his conviction to dedicate his life for preaching the message of the Bhagavad-gītā became strong.

Shastric study

While working in the Merchant Navy as an engineering officer, he utilised his abundant spare time studying  Śrīmad-Bhāgavatam for hours a day. In the meantime, during his 3 months of break from his job in Shipping, he got the divine association of HG Atmatatva Dās who further inspired him to study Śrīla Prabhupāda's books and dedicate his life for preaching and told him that life is not meant for doing some Śūdra work. He gave up his highly lucrative job and joined ISKCON Mira Road on Aug 20th 1997.

Services done in ISKCON

As soon as he joined ISKCON Mira Road in 1997, he took up the responsibility of “New Bhakta training” and youth preaching. he got his first initiation in Jan 1998. Circumstances led me to become the Vice-president of ISKCON Mira Road in 1999. He took up congregation development and teaching in VIHE in the year 2002 after his second initiation. In 2007, he was made the President of ISKCON Mira Road, which came out to be a very strong community with a beautiful temple. He is known more for his philosophical discourses than his managerial abilities. He has also produced leaders and set up many temples and preaching centres in Vapi, Bhavnagar, Bhilwara, Udaipur, and many other places.

He has served as WIDC Vice-Chairman and has also completed the GBC College training from its first batch.

Current Services

Along with being the President of ISKCON Mira Road, he is also the member of the ILAC.

He travel extensively in South Gujarat, South Rajasthan and Punjab for preaching and guiding in setting up a standard gurukul as envisioned by Śrīla Prabhupāda. Education is his passion; so he identify himself as teacher of Bhakti Shastri, Bhakti Vaibhav, Shad darshnas and other scriptures

Course Overview

Course Overview:

The Nārada Bhakti Sūtra, attributed to the sage Nārada Muni, is a revered Sūtra in Hinduism. This self-study course provides in-depth exploration of the profound teachings of the Nārada Bhakti Sūtra, offering deep insights into the art of devotion and spiritual growth.

What You Will Gain:

  • Participants will gain a thorough grasp of the concept of Bhakti as elucidated by Nārada in the Nārada Bhakti Sūtra.
  • You will explore the characteristics and principles of devotion, verse by verse, and gain insights that can enhance your individual devotional rituals and beliefs.

Course Materials:

You'll have access to either the Nārada Bhakti Sūtra book or provided PDF resources.

Target Audience:

This self-study course is designed for individuals who have a favorable inclination towards devotional services and wish to deepen their comprehension of the Nārada Bhakti Sūtra.

Course Requirements:

Enrollment in this self-study course does not require any prerequisites or specific qualifications. It welcomes individuals from all backgrounds who are enthusiastic about delving into the teachings of the "Nārada Bhakti Sūtra" and integrating them into their spiritual path.

Important Guidelines:

  • Every participant undertaking self-study should either possess a copy of the  Nārada Bhakti Sūtra book or have access to the provided PDF materials.
  • To enhanced your learning experience, daily chanting of at least 8 rounds of a devotional mantra or prayer is encouraged.

Why Choose This Self-Study Course?

This self-paced course allows you the freedom to delve into the teachings of the Nārada Bhakti Sūtra according to your own schedule. It caters to individuals who aspire to delve deeper into the essence of devotion and integrate its principles into their spiritual path.

Problems You Can Solve Through Self-Study:

  • Acquire deep understanding of the fundamentals of devotion.
  • Enhance your comprehension of Bhakti.
  • Enhance your personal devotional practices.
  • Advance along your spiritual path and surmount challenges.
  • An independent exploration of the wisdom found within the Nārada Bhakti Sūtra.

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