A Comprehensive Study of Samanya Dharmashastra and Shat Darshanas
The Shastra Section provides an in-depth exploration of Samanya Dharmashastra (general principles of Dharma) and the Shat Darshanas (six classical schools of Indian philosophy). This segment is ideal for those seeking a systematic understanding of dharma, ethics, and the foundational philosophies of Sanatana Dharma.
Samanya Dharmashastra
This section focuses on the universal principles of Dharma applicable across all varnas and ashramas. Key topics include:
- Nitya and Naimittika Karmas: Understanding daily duties and occasional rituals.
- The ten dharma lakshanas (qualities of Dharma) such as forbearance, truthfulness, compassion, and non-violence.
- Study of primary Dharmashastra texts like Manusmriti, Yajnavalkya Smriti, and Parashara Smriti.
- Practical applications of Dharmashastra in aligning personal, societal, and cosmic harmony.
Shat Darshanas (Six Schools of Indian Philosophy)
The Shat Darshanas represent six unique perspectives on life, the cosmos, and liberation. Our courses will systematically cover these schools:
- Nyaya: The philosophy of logic and epistemology, teaching tools for reasoned debate and truth-seeking.
- Vaisheshika: Exploring metaphysics, substance, and categories of existence.
- Sankhya: Offering insights into duality through Purusha (consciousness) and Prakriti (matter).
- Yoga: The path of self-discipline, culminating in self-realization through the eightfold path.
- Purva Mimamsa: Emphasis on Vedic rituals, dharma, and the science of yajnas.
- Vedanta: Understanding ultimate reality and achieving liberation through Upanishadic wisdom.