Course Description
The ISKCON Disciples Course is a training program which deepens devotees understanding of guru tattva and guru padasraya within the multiple guru environment of ISKCON.
Designed for new devotees preparing to take initiation in ISKCON, the course is also recommended for leaders, preachers councilors and educators in ISKCON.
The course was developed under the direction of the Guru Services Committee, with the combined efforts of leading educators in ISKCON. The course is based on the teachings of Srila Prabhupada and current ISKCON Law and gives reference to the writings from the broader Gaudiya Vaisnava tradition.
Topics Covered
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Lesson 1 Welcome & Introduction
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Lesson 2 Guru-tattva and Parampara
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Lesson 3 Srila Prabhupada – ISKCON Founder Acarya
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Lesson 4 ISKCON Gurus
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Lesson 5 Guru-Padacharya
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Lesson 6 Selection of Guru
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Lesson 7 Initiation Vows
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Lesson 8 Guru-puja
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Lesson 9 Guru- seva
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Lesson 10 Guru Vapu and Vani-seva
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Lesson 11 Guru-tyaga (Rejection of the Spiritual master)
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Lesson 12 Presenting One’s Guru
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Lesson 13 Relationships within ISKCON
Prerequisites (for certification)
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Must continue to chant 16 rounds of Hare Krsna Mahamantra
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Must be aspiring to take initiation in ISKCON
Course Highlights
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Class Dates: (7 sessions)
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Sept 27th, Oct 4th, Oct 11th, Oct 25th, Nov 1st, Nov 8th, Nov 22nd
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Day of the week: Sunday
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Timings: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Language: English
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Mode of Class: Hybrid
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Location: Yogapeeth Dublin Center (6711 Sierra Ct Suite B Dublin CA 94568) | Online Zoom
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Fees: $45 + $3.99 (Enrollment Fee)
Note: No classes on Oct 18th and Nov 15th
About the Instructor
H.G. Ananda Vrindavan Devi Dasi is a respected teacher, community leader, and dedicated practitioner of Krishna consciousness for more than twenty-five years. A committed disciple of His Holiness Gopal Krishna Goswami Maharaj, she has played a pivotal role in expanding Śrīla Prabhupāda’s mission through spiritual education, leadership, and vibrant book distribution efforts.
Her formal training includes completion of Bhakti-śāstrī, grounding her deeply in Gaudiya Vaishnava philosophy and practice. H.G. Ananda Vrindavan Devi Dasi is especially admired for her inspiring dedication to educate children about Krishna Consciousness through her Lil' Krishna Kidz program, book distribution, consistently encouraging devotees to share Śrīla Prabhupāda’s teachings with sincerity, compassion, and enthusiasm.
ISKCON Disciple Course
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+$3.99 Registration Fee
ISKCON Disciples Course is a training program which deepens devotees understanding of guru tattva and guru padasraya within the multiple guru environment of ISKCON.