Here, with extraordinary poetic power and in words reminiscent of the Proverbs of Solomon and of Dante, Vak, the Word, is exalted "beyond the Heavens and beyond this broad Earth." This word of knowledge, of wisdom - the sound of Truth itself - is the source and nourisher of Creation - Jean Le Mée

Let us call Bhaga, who is strong and victorious, powered by all that is true, right and good to come and displace ignorance and all falsehood in us. Bhaga has a wealth of Truth, come and manifest for us the knowledge and energy for this Truth. May the dawn bring to us Bhaga.

A comprehensive course of 15 classes on the first chapter of the Yoga Sūtras of Patañjali with chanting, Sanskrit basics and traditional commentaries. All key concepts will be taught in a clear and succinct way through a structured study program. Included with course - online platform access to allow catching up with study if you miss a class!

In this course of 9 lessons between January & March 2020, we will meticulously learn the recitation of this Sūktam with a high level meaning. As aspiring yogīs working towards understanding our true nature, this hymn will become a powerful prayer in our yogic journey.

The Yoga Vasiṣṭha is an extraordinary treatise that suggests interesting and effective means to liberate the individual from his/her psychological conditionings and thus enabling them to live joyfully. It also explores the complex relationship between action, consequences, free-will, Saṃskāras and Vāsanas aimed at making Life more conscious, meaningful and graceful. This workshop introduces the text through stories, insights and techniques present there as well as some chanting to compliment the practices.

5 Zoom classes of practising the chanting of the first chapter of Yoga Sūtras of Patañjali. We will chant 10-15 Sūtras per class depending on the progress of the group. I will explain some of the important phonetics involved in the pronunciation of the Sūtras. We will also cover some etymology of key words to help you become familiar with the vocabulary.

A course of 5 classes to learn the most powerful beautiful hymn on Ganeśa, the auspicious lord of beginnings and overcoming obstacles. (not suitable for complete beginners)

This is a course of 5 online classes via Zoom to understand more deeply the gods of the Veda-s or the Devatā-s. A deep understanding of spirituality, interpreted in a broad sense, is not possible without a good understanding of the nature and the role of gods mentioned in the Ṛg Veda.

This is a course of 4 online classes via Zoom to have an overview of the Veda-s. Through structured presentations, illustrations and examples, this course will unfold the arrangement and content of these 4 divisions of the Vedas: Ṛg, Yajur, Sāma & Atharva.

A 6 class Zoom course on the beautiful and popular hymn Śrī Sūktam just in time to celebrate Diwali, the festival of light. The Veda Studies community celebrations are always through our sincere Sādhana (diligent focussed practice).

Join us online on Zoom for this course that will run from January 2021 to June 2021 on 17 Tuesday mornings (Brussels times!) to learn the most practical chapter on Yoga - Sādhana Pāda, where we are given the clear means to practice Yoga. Beginners are welcome to join.

A course of 5 classes on Zoom to learn the very special and powerful Gaṇeśa Sūktam, a mantra from the Ṛg Veda-s recited to invoke Gaṇapati, bringing forth our best inner resources to work through obstacles on our spiritual path. The first 9 mantras of this hymn are a prayer to Indra, who strengthens our subtle body to receive the knowledge, the Truth.

This course is presently fully booked. If you are interested in joining the next group, do send me an email. The start date for the next course will be in March 2021.

Rudram is the most famous mantra & prayer to Lord Śiva or Rudra. Considered the most important sādhana a yogī can undertake, it provides the means for gaining eligibility for the knowledge unfolded by the mantra, revealing the truth of oneself. This hymn is considered to be very efficacious in neutralising the result of wrong […]