Komilla Sutton – guest speaker on this course.
Nakṣatra & Navagraha Suktam
€649,00
Payment plan available
If you prefer, you can have a 3-months instalment plan. Please be aware that once you make the first payment, all other payments become due as well (also if you drop out of the course). For more information and to get the instalment plan, please click here ≫
€229,00 x 3 payments until 30 November 2024
€249,00 x 3 payments until 28 February 2025
€269,00 x 3 payments from 1 March 2025
Date and time
The course starts on Tuesday 08 April 2025. There will be 16 online LIVE classes on Tuesdays from 6.30pm to 7.30pm (Brussels time). This includes one guest talk on a Saturday – the date will be confirmed closer to course start date. Recordings will be made available quickly after each class.
Course level
This course is at an advanced level and is recommended after the Foundation program & at least 2 Sūktams with proficiency and fluency in chanting rules and svara. The ability to learn long and complex Sanskrit texts will be expected.
Weekly homework & self-study
Students will be required to practice the chanting in between classes and submit weekly homework through the duration of this course (12 homework assignments). It is not possible to learn chanting only through live classes, self-practice is a very important aspect. You will have self-paced courses with organised recordings for self-practice.
Introduction
I’m happy to offer two important Jyotiṣa sūktam-s from the Veda, Nakṣatra Sūktam & Navagraha Sūktam.
Nakṣatra Sūktam
The Nakṣatra Sūktam is a hymn dedicated to the celestial nakṣatra-s in the Taittirīya Brāhmaṇa. Each of the 28 nakṣatra-s is associated with a specific deity, symbol and significance. The Sūktam praises and invokes the blessings of these nakṣatra-s and their associated deities for various purposes, including prosperity, protection and spiritual growth. The Nakṣatra-s continue to be a part of the living tradition in India and in Jyotiṣa.
Navagraha Sūktam
A compilation of mantra-s from the Taittirīya Samhitā, Brāhmaṇa & Āraṇyaka, this Sūktam presents 3 mantra-s for each of the nine graha-s (planets) honouring the devatā, adhi devatā & pratyadhi devatā respectively. Though interconnected, each plays a distinct role: the devatā of the graha embodies its essence and influence; the adhi devatā governs the graha; and the pratyadhi devatā is invoked to mitigate adverse planetary effects, ensuring harmony.
Guest speaker:
Komilla Sutton will offer a 1 hour guest lecture on a Saturday (exact date will be announced early 2025) on the importance of mantra in Jyotiṣa.
Komilla Sutton is a prominent Vedic Astrologer with over 25 years of experience. She has been a sought-after consultant, educator, and speaker since 1995, fostering a deeper understanding of this ancient science. Through her Academy of Vedic sciences, offering an in-depth four level online Vedic Astrology program and advanced courses. She co-founded and serves as Chairman of the British Association of Vedic Astrology. Komilla also organizes annual trips to India and initiated the Vedic Astrology Conference in 2013. An accomplished author, her works include “Essentials of Vedic astrology”, “Shodashvarga” and “The Nakshatras”, amongst others.
This program is suitable for:
- Those who have completed the Foundation program & at least 2 other sūktams or other long chants.
- Students who are able to practice in between classes with help from our study platform.
- Students, teachers and practitioners of Jyotiṣa.
Objectives:
At the end of this program, students will
- Learn to chant 2 hymns Nakṣatra Sūktam & Navagraha Sūktam.
- Understand the high level meaning of these mantras.
- Submit weekly homework to receive feedback on their progress.
Program dates and details (all classes at 6.30pm-7.30pm Brussels time):
April: 08, 15, 22 (Nakṣatra-s 1-12)
May: 06, 13, 20 (Nakṣatra-s 13-24)
June: 03, 10, 17 (Nakṣatra-s 25-28 & closing)
July: 01, 15, 22 (Navagraha 1-6)
September: 02, 09, 16 (Navagraha 7-9 & closing)
PLUS one Saturday in April or May 2025.
TIME ZONES: Students are responsible to check local times for live classes. Use a tool like THIS>>.
Your course includes:
- Workbook for each Sūktam with chanting text (English & Devanāgari) - in the self-paced courses.
- Self paced courses for each hymn (with complete learning resources & lifetime access):
Nakṣatra Sūktam
Navagraha Sūktam - Zoom live sessions – 16 classes
- Assignment evaluation – 14 recordings following the schedule provided will be evaluated by Shantala. Schedule must be followed, not possible to accumulate.
- Separate course area for the cohort, with replays of Zoom classes (limited time access).
€649 until 30 Nov
€699 until 28 Feb
€749 from 01 March
For the 3-months instalment plan, please click here ≫
Frequently asked questions
I have just finished the Foundation program, can I take this course?
This course is an advanced level course – if you found the Foundation program to be quite easy, have no trouble learning longer texts in Sanskrit and can maintain “svara”, then you can certainly do this course. You should be ready to learn long passages in Sanskrit each week.
Is there any homework between classes?
All students will be required to go through self-paced course material for practice between classes. This is the best way to use this program. Without the practice, it is not possible to learn these hymns just from the live classes alone. This will be the student’s responsibility to follow through. You will have the option to submit weekly homework (recording of your practice). This must be done weekly and cannot be accumulated.
How long will the ZOOM class recordings be available?
The ZOOM class recordings will be available for up to 3 months after course ends. For privacy reasons, we cannot make these videos available permanently as students participate in these classes. However, the three self-paced courses will be available permanently which has all the recordings and learning resources you will need to continue practice after course ends.
Are there any scholarships or discounts offered on this course?
This course takes Shantala’s time extensively, especially as each student receives individual feedback. Payment plans are possible to make it convenient. We are unable to offer discounts or scholarships for this teacher intensive program.
Can I follow this course through recordings as I’m unable to be there during this time (or time-zone inconvenient)?
Yes, absolutely, you can follow the course through recordings. Just make sure to send in your weekly homework on time and receive feedback. This is a very effective way to learn!
Will this course be offered again at another time?
It is unlikely that Shantala can offer this program LIVE again. The self-paced course will be made available however.
Who will evaluate my recordings?
Shantala will evaluate all homework for students on this program.
Refunds on this program
Please note that all sign-ups are final for this program as students will receive instant access to all the course material. There will be no refunds.
Nakṣatra & Navagraha Sūktam
16 LIVE classes | 1 guest lecture | 12 homework
€649,00