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Year in Review: Practice, Community & a Prayerful Life Together
As this year draws to a close, I find myself reflecting on how extraordinary it has been to walk this path with you. Veda Studies continues to be a space where sincere seekers gather to study, to chant, to contemplate — and, most importantly, to slowly cultivate a prayerful way of living. We are not a place for applying mantras as quick fixes to life’s challenges; rather, we are a study community committed to depth, continuity, lineage, and sustained practice — cultivating understanding and a truly prayerful way of living. And it is a joy that this community now stretches across continents, bringing together people from all walks of life who choose to learn, chant, and reflect together.
Agni, Lineage, and Living Practice
My recent visit to India was deeply nourishing, rooted in study, teaching, and sacred ritual. I’m happy to share some highlights with our community. Teaching at Mysuru Yoga Utsava I taught a session at Mysuru Yoga Utsava, a gathering of scholars and practitioners from...
The Thousand Names of Viṣṇu: A Journey into Devotion and Self-Knowledge
The Viṣṇu Sahasranāma—the thousand names of Lord Viṣṇu—is one of the most beloved hymns in the Vedic tradition. Many of us know it as a prayer of protection, healing, and grace. Yet, when we approach it deeply, we begin to discover that each name is also a window into Vedānta—a teaching on the very nature of the Self.
Finding Equanimity Through Veda – with Susanne Huiberts
In a court filled with duality and opinion, Susanne Huiberts’ job as an interpreter is to remain neutral. She finds that reciting Veda mantras helps her to stay equanimous and balanced.
In Memory of Katharine Le Mée
A remembrance of Katharine Le Mée — author, musician, and lifelong student of sacred sound — and her shared legacy with Jean Le Mée, whose Vedic translations continue to inspire deep appreciation within our community.
Inviting Śrī to Stay – Goddess Lakṣmī
Diwali marks the victory of light over darkness – a time to rekindle clarity, joy and auspiciousness.
For me, it is also a moment to turn inward, to engage in sādhana – a daily practice that aligns sound, thought and intention.
Honouring Our Ancestors during Pitṛ Pakṣa
The fortnight of Pitṛ Pakṣa is a sacred period in the Hindu calendar dedicated to remembering and honouring our forefathers.
Sounding the Sacred – How I explain what I do (work in progress)
When you move to a new place, one of the first questions you often hear is: “So, what do you do?” As many of you know, we’ve just moved to Lugano, Switzerland, and are settling into a new rhythm of life and new social situations It’s a simple question, but I’ve found...
The Path of Devotion and Surrender — With Mónika Kraulis
Mónika began her spiritual journey at the Sri Ramana Ashram in India, and feels the biggest benefit of reciting Veda mantras is how much it has deepened her devotion to the divine.
From Dance to Stillness — With Lydia Hurley
Lydia trained to be a professional ballet dancer in school and feels the repetition and discipline required to study dance paved the way for her initiation into Indic spiritual practices.
Spiritual Healing — with Laura Fernanda
Laura grew up with the trauma of being teased for not having a great singing voice. Years later, she discovered and fell in love with her voice while reciting Veda, and in the process, learned the art of self-love.
Resolved in Silence: Reflections from the 2025 Veda Studies Retreat
In the serene embrace of the Italian hills, our 2025 retreat unfolded as a six-day journey into devotion, study, and shared presence. With teachings anchored in the Śiva Saṅkalpa mantras, daily yoga, sacred chanting, inspiring guest talks, and unforgettable moments—from a surprise gelato van to an awe-inspiring sand art performance—this retreat brought together seekers from around the world in deep connection. At the heart of it all was a limited edition prayer book, now making its way to altars across the globe.
To Heal and Be Healed — With Devorah Sacks
A childhood curiosity for learning about the Self led Devorah on a lifelong journey of spiritual seeking, and she finally feels at home with Veda…
The Sound of Knowledge — With Anikó Pribojszkiné
Anikó is a formally trained language teacher, and the sound of mantras drew her to Sanskrit and the study of Veda recitation…
Changing Patterns — With Karin Carlson
Karin feels reciting Veda has taught her to move her mouth differently, which led to using sound differently, feeling differently and eventually, thinking differently, too.
The Healer Learns to Heal — With Marco Escareal
Marco’s purpose in life is to heal, and that purpose led him to discover Indic Knowledge Systems and Veda recitation.
The Academic Mystic — With Neda Lazarevic
Neda Lazarevic reconnected to her native spiritual roots while discovering Indic knowledge and reciting Veda.
Knowing Without Knowing — With Judes Yang
Veda recitation helps us tap into our spirit, analyse our ego and realise our true self, says Judes.