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Bhaktivedanta College

“Spiritual training and academic excellence”

Vision

Bhaktivedanta College promotes the spiritual and cultural heritage of Gaudiya Vaishnavism, brought from India to the West by the Founder of ISKCON, His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada. The College has a systematic program of education and training, with special emphasis on personal application and character development.

Program

Bhaktivedanta College is in partnership with University of Wales Lampeter, which offers a Bachelors Degree in Vaishnava Theology.

Three strands

Reading in the library

1. Theology and philosophy Enable students to gain a deeper understanding of the Vaishnava tradition, as well as other philosophies and theologies. Areas covered are:

  • Comparative religion
  • Vaishnava Vedanta
  • Introduction to applied sociology
  • Sanskrit for scriptural study
  • The six orthodox philosophical systems of India
  • Readings in classical and medieval philosophy
  • Introduction to ethics

2. Ministerial and vocational modules Impart to students the basic practical skills necessary for teaching, leading temples and congregations, mentoring, and presenting Vaishnavism to diverse audiences. Areas covered are:

  • Interfaith
  • Communications
  • Teacher training I & II
  • Congregational development
  • Leadership and management
  • Teacher training for bhakti-sastri

Communication Seminar 3. Introspection and devotion modules Encourage reflection on experiences gained from the course to enable students to develop an ethos of honesty and spiritual integrity.

  • Truth and dharma
  • The art of spiritual transformation
  • Nectar of the holy name: improving our chanting
  • Study of Srimad-Bhagavatam, Canto 1
  • Faith development

Additional activities

  • Daily temple programs
  • Weekly introspective sangas
  • Daily journal writing
  • Team-building exercises
  • Participation in community activities
  • Outreach programs

Organisation

The College is associated with ISKCON through the GBC Ministry of Educational Development and has a board of trustees, a college principal, and a faculty council.

Contact

Bhaktivedanta College
Petite Somme 10
6940 Septon-Durbuy
Belgium