Āditya Hṛdayam – LIVE course
€299,00
Introduction
This intensive Āditya Hṛdayam course offers 7 live classes (1hr each) + 7 practice days (20 min each)
Āditya Hṛdayam is a powerful hymn to the Sun, revealed by Sage Agastya to Lord Rāma on the battlefield during the climactic moment of the Yuddha Kāṇḍa of the Vālmīki Rāmāyaṇa. Exhausted and momentarily weighed down by the intensity of the battle with the demon king Rāvaṇa, Rāma receives this sacred teaching as a source of renewed strength and clarity.
The hymn praises the Sun as the visible embodiment of the divine principle that sustains all life. Through a series of evocative names and descriptions, the Sun is revealed as the source of energy, light, intelligence, and order in the universe. The practice of reciting this hymn is traditionally understood to dispel fear, sorrow, and inner obstacles, while invoking vitality, courage, and clarity.
In spirit and intention, the Āditya Hṛdayam shares an affinity with the Gāyatrī Mantra. Both hymns direct our attention toward the light that illumines our intellect and guides our actions. Through contemplation of the Sun as the universal source of brilliance (tejas), the practitioner is encouraged to rise above confusion and meet life’s challenges with steadiness and insight.
Date and time
The course starts on Monday 15 June 2026. There will be 7 daily LIVE classes of 1 hour, starting at 2.45pm (Brussels time). The last class will be on Sunday 21 June 2026. Subsequently, there will be 7 additional LIVE practice sessions of 20 minutes on each day from Monday 22 June to Sunday 28 June, also starting at 2.45pm. So, we meet 14 times in total.
Course level
This course is an all-levels course and everyone is welcome. However, since it is an intensive program, it is better after having finished the Foundation program. You do not need extensive experience in Vedic chanting, but the ability and commitment to work daily on learning texts is essential.
Course fees
€ 299 until 07 June 2026
€ 319 from 08 June 2026
BONUS 1 – Value €39
Instant access to the workshop (self-paced course) – Hanumān stuti. If you already have this course, please note there is no additional discount or alternative course access.
Payment plan available
If you prefer, we offer 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). Click on the links below to join this course with an instalment plan.
Three instalments
– €109,00 X 3 months until 7 June 2026
– €119,00 X 3 months from 8 June 2026
– Click here for the 3-months instalment plan ≫
Course level: All levels
While all students are welcome to this course, it will be a better learning experience if you have taken our Foundation course. This is not Vedic chanting with svaras - but we still apply other phonetic rules consistently in our tradition. Phonetic guides will be provided.
This program is suitable for:
- Those who have completed the Foundation program and wish to develop their practice further.
- Students who wish to have a "Sun" related daily practice.
- Those who wish to have a special summer solstice observance.
Objectives:
At the end of this program, students will
- Learn to chant the Āditya Hṛdayam
- Explore the context and significance of the hymn
- Learn to create a daily practice based on this hymn.
Program dates and details (1 hr classes starting at 2.45pm Brussels time)
June 15 to June 21 - 7 days - 1 hr classes
June 22 to June 28 - 7 days - 20 minutes daily practice
TIME ZONES: Students are responsible to check local times for live classes. Use a tool like THIS.
Your course includes:
- Workbook with text (English & Devanāgiri) with phonetic guide
- Self paced course for (with complete learning resources & lifetime access):
- Zoom live sessions – 7 live classes (1hr each) + 7 live practice sessions (20 min each)
BONUS offering: Instant access to Hanumān stuti (self-paced study).
Please note: There is no homework included in this course.
Frequently asked questions
I have just finished the Foundation program, can I take this course?
Yes, this is a good course to do after the Foundation program.
Is there any homework between classes?
All students will be required to go through self-paced course material for practice between classes. There is no homework included as part of this course. We only offer homework for our “Veda” courses.
How long will the ZOOM class recordings be available?
The ZOOM class recordings will be available for up to 6months after course ends. However, the three self-paced courses will be available permanently which will have 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?
We are unable to offer discounts or scholarship on these longer courses as they are resource intensive for us. Payment plans are possible to make it convenient.
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.
Will this course be offered again at another time?
We do not know when we will offer this same course again in a live format. The self-paced courses will always be available.
Refunds on this program
Please note that all sign-ups are final for this program. There will be no refunds.