Rātrī & Sarasvatī Sūktam
€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 ≫
€199,00 X 3 times until 25 June (extended to 31 July!)
€219,00 X 3 times until 5 September
€239,00 X 3 times from 6 September
Date and time
The course starts on Thursday 03 October 2024. There will be 14 online LIVE classes on Thursdays from 4pm to 5pm (Brussels time). 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 (14 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 hymns for Navarātrī celebrating the Divine Feminine.
Rātrī Sūktam
From the Ṛgveda, this hymn celebrates Ratri’s association with darkness, depicted as a nurturing aspect, where she provides rest and rejuvenation to all beings. Ratri’s symbolism goes beyond the physical night; she represents the cyclical nature of existence, where darkness precedes light, and rest precedes activity.
Sarasvatī Sūktam
Also from the Ṛgveda, Sarasvatī Sūktam celebrates the divine qualities and benevolent presence of Sarasvatī, acknowledging her as the embodiment of knowledge, wisdom, and creative inspiration. When we enjoy Sarasvatī’s grace, our thoughts, speech, actions are aligned and experience an inspired flow.
Course level: Advanced
Students will be expected to learn large amounts of text each week in this course. Therefore, students must have experience in Vedic chanting, be familiar with the rules of recitation as taught by Shantala. Students must have completed the Veda Studies foundation course.
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 interested in learning Goddess related chants from the Veda.
Objectives:
At the end of this program, students will
- Learn to chant 2 hymns Rātrī Sūktam & Sarasvatī 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 4pm-5pm Brussels time):
October: 03, 10, 17, 24
November: 07, 14
December: 05, 12, 19
January: 09, 16, 23
February: 06, 13
TIME ZONES: Students are responsible to check local times for live classes. Use a tool like THIS. Please note EU clocks change on 27 October.
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):
Rātrī Sūktam
Sarasvatī Sūktam - Zoom live sessions – 14 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).
€549 until 25 June (extended to 31 July!)
€599 until 05 Sept
€649 from 06 Sept
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.
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.
Rātrī & Sarasvatī Sūktam
14 LIVE classes with homework
€649,00