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by Prananatha Das<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Bhaktivedanta Academy<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Sri Rupanuga Paramarthika Vidyapitha<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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VEDIC EDUCATION<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Learning the Concept and Science of Vedic Education According to
\u015ar\u012bla Prabhup\u0101da\u2019s and the \u0100c\u0101ryas\u2019 Teachings<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Introduction<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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\u201cBy training under the teaching of a bona fide spiritual master, the \u015b\u0101stra, and then you\u2019ll automatically, the more you become sincere, I mean to say, servitor of the spiritual master, the more you become qualified to become a teacher in the future.\u201d
\u2013 \u015ar\u012bla Prabhup\u0101da, Q&A, January 17, 1974, Hawaii<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

As we understand from \u015ar\u012bla Prabhup\u0101da\u2019s teachings, the process of becoming a teacher incorporates more important aspects than merely academic proficiency, a certificate and the ability of transmitting bare information and knowledge through classes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It goes beyond that.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Transmitting aural knowledge is the beginning stage (\u015brava\u1e47am<\/em>), the contemplation and practice of what was heard is the second (mananam<\/em>) and the realizations and values you gain from these first two leads you to the third stage (nididhy\u0101sanam<\/em>). By naturally implementing these values in your life, you reach the fourth stage, where you can transmit it to others.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

From hearing we get knowledge, from practicing we get understanding and skills, and by applying knowledge and skills we get realizations, wisdom and values, and as they mature the competence to teach others also grows. In a higher sense of education, by hearing about the Lord we get knowledge and at the same time we purify our hearts, minds and senses; by acting with body, mind and words for the benefit of the Lord, we also purify our existence; and by acting with knowledge for the pleasure of the Lord we perform devotional service, the highest occupation for the living entity. Therefore, the Vedic Education Course of the Bhaktivedanta Academy goes beyond the objective didactics of a classroom as taught in contemporary educational courses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In a society where the values of the Vedas are applied, the teacher, knowing the values, methods and goals of the scriptures, transmits these to the students. By going through this process, the student, with strong faith in the teacher and in the system, is able to imbibe those values in his life and reproduce what he learned. Gradually, by taking the responsibilities and full guidance from the teacher, he advances in the above-mentioned stages. He himself automatically becomes a teacher. In this environment, teacher training is naturally imbibed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This creates a bi-conditional logic within the system, where the good student should teach and a good teacher should study. In other words, in the Vedic educational system you can only be a teacher if you are a student, and as soon as you think you are not a student any more you naturally lose your qualification as a teacher.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although contemporary education has achieved advancements in terms of structure, management and informatization, there are still many pitfalls in areas like human values, reasoning, spirituality, etc. In this sense we can state that education advanced in its formalization and bureaucratization, but not necessarily in terms of developing the consciousness of the individuals to higher stages. Many conscious individuals in the course of contemporary history tried to improve the standard of the educational paradigm creating new methods. However, most succumbed to the dogmatized principles of education, and even those that persevere, although more complete in terms of developing the individual, are not as complete as the Vedic system. After scrutinized study of Vedic education, one can realize its depth and amplitude, observing the balance and structured design of its curriculum combining spiritual, personal, intellectual, emotional, physical and vocational development, and by adding the element of bhakti<\/em> \u2013 understanding and serving the Supreme Personality of Godhead \u2013 the curriculum achieves its completeness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Some individuals, due to a lack of deeper understanding, might think that Vedic education is obsolete, but mostly educators who come in contact with its principles, really appreciate and demonstrate interest for going deeper into the subject, seeing not only the practical application of it but a need of its principles in order to balance and upgrade the society. Therefore \u015ar\u012bla Prabhup\u0101da said:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u201cThe old system of gurukula should be revived. It is the perfect system, designed to produce great men, sober and responsible leaders, who know the real welfare of the citizens.\u201d
\u2013 Letter to Satsvar\u016bpa \u2013 Delhi, 21 November, 1971<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

The attempt to reestablish this system, through understanding and practice, is the purpose of this course. Since education covers vast fields of knowledge, such as philosophy, psychology, sociology, history, anthropology, science, and more specific fields like curriculum, didactics and pedagogy, there are many misconceptions to be clarified, practices to be learnt and values to be established.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Designed for educators, teachers, \u0101\u015brama leaders, parents and any other individual holding a position that can influence others through education, this course is a humble attempt to bring devotees closer to \u015ar\u012bla Prabhup\u0101da\u2019s teachings in regard to education, hence closer to \u015ar\u012b K\u1e5b\u1e63\u1e47a\u2019s lotus feet. Finally, and most importantly, it provides an opportunity to the children to experience education in a higher sense, to live a better life in K\u1e5b\u1e63\u1e47a consciousness and become inspired to broadcast the message of \u015ar\u012bmad-Bh\u0101gavatam<\/em> so the whole world can experience the Golden Age of Lord \u015ar\u012b Caitanya Mah\u0101prabhu.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Course Areas<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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  1. Conceptual<\/strong>
    Understanding the concept of Vedic Education through \u015ar\u012bla Prabhup\u0101da\u2019s and the \u0101c\u0101ryas\u2019 vision on education, the study of educational materials produced by the academy and supportive works.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Procedural<\/strong>
    Scientific understanding and purpose of the practices and methods of Vedic Education as presented in the 14 books of Vedic knowledge and their interdisciplinary connection to the axiomatic truth of K\u1e5b\u1e63\u1e47a consciousness.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Attitudinal \/ Experiential<\/strong>
    Application of the above-mentioned concepts, practices and necessary attitudes in real educational environments.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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    Course Subjects & Objectives<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    A) Bhakti & Dharma in Education<\/strong>
    Express devotional and dharmic qualities and character required for students and teachers in order to cultivate appropriate educational, personal, and spiritual values.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    B) Philosophy of Education<\/strong>
    Develop a depth of understanding about the concepts of Vedic education in connection and commitment to its didactics, showing conviction in the principles it stands for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    C) Curriculum & Didactics<\/strong>
    Be acquainted with the standard subjects, didactics and methods of Vedic education.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    D) Pedagogy<\/strong>
    Plan, prepare, and assess students in the various systems of education.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    E) Contemporary Education<\/strong>
    Sublimate the tendency of applying the modern methods of education that condition us to lower stages of consciousness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Course Syllabus<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    A) Bhakti and Dharma in Education<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

    Qualities expressed through devotion and dharma:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Devotional<\/strong> (From \u015ar\u012bla R\u016bpa Gosv\u0101m\u012b\u2019s Bhakti Ras\u0101m\u1e5bta Sindhu)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    • S\u0101dhu-Sa\u1e45ga<\/strong>
      Understand the dynamics of relationships between students, friends, teachers, family and community so attachment for the Lord gradually increases.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • N\u0101ma-K\u012brtana<\/strong>
      Practice hearing and chanting the glories of the Lord.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Bh\u0101gavata \u015arava\u1e47a<\/strong>
      Connect all knowledge, sciences, arts and culture under the perspective of \u015ar\u012bmad-Bh\u0101gavatam<\/em>, \u015ar\u012bla Prabhup\u0101da and the Gau\u1e0d\u012bya Vai\u1e63\u1e47ava \u0101c\u0101ryas.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Mathur\u0101-V\u0101sa<\/strong>
      Learn to serve, remember, glorify and beautify the dh\u0101ma.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • \u015ar\u012b M\u016brtira \u015araddh\u0101 Sevana<\/strong>
      Develop attachment to the Deities through the system of pa\u00f1car\u0101trika vidhi<\/em>, sublimating a variety of unwanted activities.\u2074<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      Dharmic<\/strong> (From Manu Sa\u1e41hit\u0101)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      • Studiousness and inquisitiveness<\/strong>
        Demonstrate interest and a contemplative mood in learning.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Self-satisfaction and self-control<\/strong>
        Sublimate the restless mind and sensual urges by the practice of K\u1e5b\u1e63\u1e47a consciousness.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Service attitude<\/strong>
        Demonstrate humbleness, compassion and love for K\u1e5b\u1e63\u1e47a, His representatives and all living entities through menial service.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Respect<\/strong>
        Acquire faith and conviction in the teachers, friends and scriptures.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Cleanliness<\/strong>
        Keep the mind, body and environment clean, purified and sanctified.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Social orientation and protocol<\/strong>
        Learn codes of conduct and protocols for balancing the environment in order to facilitate progress in K\u1e5b\u1e63\u1e47a consciousness.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

        Catechetical<\/strong> (Preliminary religious course from Pura\u015bcarya Vidhi)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        • Offer oblations<\/strong>
          Discipline habits through religious practices.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Feed the br\u0101hma\u1e47as<\/strong>
          Learn the art of cooking, serving and honoring pras\u0101da<\/em>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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          \u2074 \u201cThis will save everyone from such unwanted activities as going to clubs, cinemas and dancing parties, and smoking, drinking, etc. All such nonsense will be forgotten if one stresses the worshiping of the Deities at home.\u201d<\/em> \u2013 Nectar of Devotion<\/em>, Chapter 13, 3rd paragraph.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

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          B) Philosophy of Education<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

          The Concept of Vedic Education<\/em><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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          • Vedic culture and K\u1e5b\u1e63\u1e47a consciousness<\/strong>
            Comprehend the importance of Vedic culture\u2019s values and how education is organized in this system in order to facilitate self-realization (K\u1e5b\u1e63\u1e47a consciousness), through the formation of highly learned persons.\u2077<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Curriculum \u2013 Subjective \/ Personalized<\/strong>
            Become an expert teacher in order to produce individualized curriculums in the relationship with the students.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Duties, qualification and testing of a brahmac\u0101r\u012b<\/strong>
            Assess the students according to the injunctions of the \u015b\u0101stra.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Vedic Academic Training<\/strong>
            Understand the concept of knowledge according to the Vedas and how this knowledge is organized and transmitted.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Sand\u012bpan\u012b Muni\u2019s curriculum<\/strong>
            The educational program of the Lord.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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            \u2077 \u201cWhen a person is highly educated and acts strictly on moral principles, he is called highly learned.\u201d \u2013 NOD<\/em>, Chapter 21<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

            Psychology and Epistemology of Education<\/em><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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            • Caitanya<\/strong> \u2013 the consciousness and its modalizations<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Anta\u1e25kara\u1e47a<\/strong> \u2013 the four functions of the mind<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • V\u1e5bttis<\/strong> \u2013 the characteristics of the mind<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Sa\u1e41sk\u0101ras<\/strong> \u2013 the memory\u2019s imprints<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Nirodha\u1e25<\/strong> \u2013 controlling the mind by the strength of K\u1e5b\u1e63\u1e47a consciousness<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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              C) Curriculum and Didactics<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

              The Fourteen Books of Vedic Knowledge and Its Divisions:<\/em><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

              Six Areas of Knowledge:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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              1. Scriptural mnemonics (mantras)<\/strong>
                Memorization of important scriptural verses for use in preaching, Sanskrit, Deity worship, and sa\u1e41sk\u0101ras<\/em>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              2. Linguistic (founded on Sanskrit)<\/strong>
                Grammar, vocabulary, phonetics, prosody \u2013 the science of communication and language.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              3. Liturgy & Priestly (Kalpa and Pa\u00f1car\u0101trika)<\/strong>
                Deity worship and rituals as a means to be fully engaged in the Lord\u2019s service.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              4. Mathematics and Physical Sciences (Jyoti\u1e63a)<\/strong>
                Vedic mathematics, cosmology, astronomy and astrology.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              5. Philosophy and Logic (Bh\u0101gavata Vidhi and Anv\u012bk\u1e63ik\u012b)<\/strong>
                Study of \u015ar\u012bla Prabhup\u0101da\u2019s teachings of the Vai\u1e63\u1e47ava\/Vedic scriptures centralized on \u015ar\u012bmad-Bh\u0101gavatam<\/em>, its logical interpretation, presentation and practical application.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              6. Civics and Social Sciences (Dharma and Pur\u0101\u1e47a)<\/strong>
                Proper personal\/social\/environmental behavior, according to the Lord\u2019s universal rules. History, geography, natural sciences, ethics, politics, economics, health, principles of art, architecture and physical education.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                Didactics According to the Vedic Scheme<\/em><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

                By Teacher\u2019s Prelections or Discussions:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                • Story telling\/reading method \u2013 Katha<\/strong>
                  Transmission of values through the recitation of stories and further commentaries (pravachan<\/em>).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                • Oral method (phonetics\u2078) \u2013 Abhy\u0101sa<\/strong>
                  Learning through repetition.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                • Synthetic method \u2013 Pratyak\u1e63a<\/strong>
                  Systematic transformation of concrete perception into abstract knowledge.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                • Monologic Method\u2079<\/strong>
                  Lecturing method where only one person speaks.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                • Analogical \/ Analytical method \u2013 Anum\u0101na<\/strong>
                  Connect the meaning of known things in order to understand a new.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                • Dialectic method<\/strong>
                  Process of thesis, antithesis and synthesis through inquiries (Q&A).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                • Ad hoc method\u00b9\u2070 \u2013 Tadya Up\u0101sanam<\/strong>
                  Uplifting students\u2019 consciousness towards the spiritual platform using all forms of connection.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                • Illustrative method<\/strong>
                  Learning through illustrations, analogies or examples.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                  By Self-Study:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                  • Reading\/writing method \u2013 Arthav\u0101da<\/strong>
                    Learning by reading or writing statements reiterating known truths.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  • Research method \u2013 Anusandh\u0101na (\u0101roha-panth\u0101<\/em>)<\/strong>
                    Inquiry from authority.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  • Concentration Method \u2013 Dh\u0101ra\u1e47\u0101 \/ Sv\u0101dhy\u0101ya<\/strong>
                    Self-study and focused reflection.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  • Meditative method \u2013 Dhy\u0101na<\/strong>
                    Deep contemplation eliminating distractions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  • Transcendental method\u00b9\u00b9 \u2013 Dhruva-anusm\u1e5bti<\/strong>
                    Constant remembrance of the object of meditation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  • Devotional method \u2013 Sam\u0101dhi<\/strong>
                    Absorbed devotional meditation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  • Inductive method \u2013 Dar\u015bana (divya pratyak\u1e63a<\/em>)\u00b9\u00b2<\/strong>
                    Using purified senses to perceive truth.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  • Kinesthetic method \u2013 Parikram\u0101<\/strong>
                    Engage working senses to understand spiritual knowledge.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  • Submissive method\u00b9\u00b3 \u2013 Vai\u1e63\u1e47ava Seva<\/strong>
                    Gain superior knowledge through humble service.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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                    \u2078 \u1e5ag Veda Sa\u1e41hit\u0101 7.103.5<\/em>
                    \u2079 B\u1e5bhad\u0101ra\u1e47yaka Upani\u1e63ad<\/em>, Y\u0101j\u00f1avalkya\u2019s response to Janaka.
                    \u00b9\u2070 Story of Indra and Virocana.
                    \u00b9\u00b9 \u015ar\u012bmad Bh\u0101gavatam 4.7.31 purport<\/em>
                    \u00b9\u00b2 Bhagavad-g\u012bt\u0101<\/em> lecture, Nov 21, 1966
                    \u00b9\u00b3 Path of Perfection<\/em>, Chapter 9<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

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                    D) Contemporary Education<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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                    • Empiricism<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    • Rationalism<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    • Pragmatism<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    • Behaviorism<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    • Cognitivism<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    • Anthroposophy<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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                      E) Pedagogy<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

                      Preparatory System<\/em><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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                      • Multigrade education<\/strong>
                        Manage multi-age classes with proper planning, supervision and assessment.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                      • Preparation of materials, lessons and activities<\/strong>
                        Organize suitable materials for groups and individuals according to their levels.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                      • Technics for establishing culture and discipline<\/strong>
                        Apply discipline according to time, place, circumstance, and culture.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                        Gurukula System<\/em><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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                        • Tutorial education<\/strong>
                          Understand the system and its applicability.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                        • Preparation of crystallized study guides<\/strong>
                          Transcribe the fourteen books into student-friendly formats.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                        • Vedic curriculum and its organic application<\/strong>
                          Learn to design personalized curricula based on student nature and interest.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                          Higher Education System (Var\u1e47\u0101\u015brama College)<\/em><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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                          • Mentorship in education<\/strong>
                            Vedic mentorship as practiced by \u015ar\u012bla Prabhup\u0101da.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          • Purpose of Var\u1e47\u0101\u015brama College<\/strong>
                            Objectives, management and curriculum.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          • Strategies to improve ISKCON through higher education<\/strong>
                            Enhance ISKCON\u2019s social structure and cultural integrity.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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