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.
Course objectives
At the end of this course, you will:
- Learn to recite the Rātrī Sūktam from the Ṛgveda.
- Explore some differences between Kṛṣṇa Yajur Veda and Ṛgveda recitation.
- Understand the significance of this hymn.
Course Curriculum
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Zoom link and course instructions
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Download your workbook
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Introduction
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Live class replays
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Practice Rātrī Anuvāka – 1 half sentence
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Practice Rātrī Anuvāka – 1 full sentence
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Practice Rātrī Anuvāka – full practice
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Practice Rātrī Anuvāka – 2 half sentence
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Practice Rātrī Anuvāka – 2 full sentence
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Practice Rātrī Anuvāka – 2 full practice
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Practice Rātrī Anuvāka – 3 half sentence
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Practice Rātrī Anuvāka – 3 full sentence
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Practice Rātrī Anuvāka – 3 full practice
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Practice Rātrī Anuvāka – 4 half sentence
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Practice Rātrī Anuvāka – 4 full sentence
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Practice Rātrī Anuvāka – 4 full practice
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Practice Rātrī Anuvāka – 5 half sentence
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Practice Rātrī Anuvāka – 5 full sentence
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Practice Rātrī Anuvāka – 5 full practice
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Practice Rātrī Anuvāka – 6 half sentence
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Practice Rātrī Anuvāka – 6 full sentence
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Practice Rātrī Anuvāka – 6 full practice
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Practice Rātrī sūktam
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Significance
Your Course Includes
Audio exercises
Comprehensive exercises to learn the entire hymn in small sections following the adhyayanam method (listen once, repeat twice).
Workbook
Comprehensive workbook with text in English transliteration, Devanāgari & significance of mantras.
Phonetic guide
Complete Vedic phonetic guide included in the workbook indicating all the rules of recitation following the Veda Studies System.
Frequently asked Questions
When does the course start and finish?
This self-paced material can be studied at your own time and pace!
How long do I have access to the course?
Unlimited !!
Can I have face to face interation with Instructor
Only if you registered and attended the online live course. Otherwise, this is a self-paced course.
Can students submit an audio evaluation for this course?
Audio evaluations are only included in the live program.