Chanda Meters of Sanskrit Poetry

Dive into the art of Sanskrit prosody, unraveling the rhythmic beauty of this ancient language. This self-study course introduces you to the science of meters in Sanskrit, commonly found in revered scriptures like the Bhagavad Gītā and Śrīmad Bhāgavatam. Learn to sing these meters with in-depth explanations and illustrative examples. Course Teacher: HG Kanai Krishna Das

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Course Duration

10 hours

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1 hour

No. Of Sessions

10

Sessions per week

At your own pace

Language
English

Eligibility

Open for all

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About the Teacher

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ISKCON Bhagavat Mahavidyalaya of North America, is committed to use the traditional methods of studying and teaching the Vedic literature and writings of the Gaudiya Vaishnava Acharyas.

As a service to the vaishnava society we wish to offer the glories of Srimad Bhagavatam as presented by our previous acharyas. This is our humble attempt to encourage devotees to read, hear and speak about Srimad Bhagavatam regularly.

Course Overview

Dive into the art of Sanskrit prosody, unraveling the rhythmic beauty of this ancient language. This self-study course introduces you to the science of meters in Sanskrit, commonly found in revered scriptures like the Bhagavad Gītā and Śrīmad Bhāgavatam. Learn to sing these meters with in-depth explanations and illustrative examples.


Course Teacher:

HG Kanai Krishna Das


Course Contents:

  • Introduction to Sanskrit Chanda-śāstra
  • Understanding 15 Sanskrit Meters with Real-world Examples

Course Materials:

You'll receive concise notes on each meter along with carefully chosen examples to facilitate your learning.

Target Audience:

This course welcomes anyone with a passion for delving into the melodious world of Sanskrit verses. No prior experience is required.

Assessment Plan:

Test your knowledge with an examination at the end of the course to reinforce your learning.

Course Requirement:

This course is open for all, eager to explore the enchanting rhythms of Sanskrit prosody.

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