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Self-Paced Mastery Intermediate

Īśa Upaniṣad: The Complete Mantra-by-Mantra Study

15 Hours 5 Modules 14 Lessons Verified Certificate
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₹1,499.00 ₹2,499

Full lifetime access to syllabus, reading materials, audio chanting files, and certificate upon completion.

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Maṅgalācaraṇa · Sacred Opening Invocation
ॐ पूर्णमदः पूर्णमिदं पूर्णात्पूर्णमुदच्यते । पूर्णस्य पूर्णमादाय पूर्णमेवावशिष्यते ॥ ॐ शान्तिः शान्तिः शान्तिः ॥
Om Pūrṇamadaḥ pūrṇamidaṃ pūrṇātpūrṇamudacyate |
Pūrṇasya pūrṇamādāya pūrṇamevāvaśiṣyate ||
Om Śāntiḥ śāntiḥ śāntiḥ ||
Om. That (Brahman) is whole/complete, this (universe) is whole; from the whole, the whole arises. Taking the whole from the whole, the whole alone remains. Om. Peace, peace, peace.

Course Rationale & Intellectual Scope

The Īśa Upaniṣad, though one of the shortest Upaniṣads, contains the essence of Vedāntic wisdom in its 18 mantras. It addresses the fundamental paradoxes of existence: how to renounce and yet enjoy, how to act and yet transcend action, how to see unity in diversity. This course offers a deep, contemplative study of each mantra, providing both intellectual understanding and tools for spiritual practice.

Learning Outcomes

Master all 18 mantras with proper pronunciation and understanding
Comprehend key Vedāntic concepts: Brahman, Ātman, Vidyā-Avidyā
Develop capacity for non-dual vision
Integrate philosophical understanding with meditation practice
Build foundation for further Upaniṣadic study

Complete Curriculum & Syllabus

5 Modular Units · 14 Systematic Lectures
Module 1

Introduction to Upaniṣadic Literature and Īśa Upaniṣad

Foundational understanding of Upaniṣads as a genre and specific introduction to Īśa Upaniṣad

2 Lessons
Introduction to Upaniṣadic Literature Free Preview
45 mins
Introduction to Īśa Upaniṣad Free Preview
50 mins
Module 2

Mantras 1-6: Divine Immanence and Renunciation

The opening verses establishing the paradox of renunciation through recognition of divine presence

3 Lessons
Mantra 1: The Lord Pervades All
60 mins
Mantras 2-4: Action, Knowledge, and the Self
65 mins
Mantras 5-6: The Great Self Beyond Duality
60 mins
Module 3

Mantras 7-12: Unity, Oneness, and the Path of Knowledge

Deep exploration of non-dual realization and the limitations of partial knowledge

3 Lessons
Mantras 7-8: The Wise One and the All-Pervading Self
60 mins
Mantras 9-11: Vidyā and Avidyā
70 mins
Mantra 12: Integration and Transition
55 mins
Module 4

Mantras 13-15: The Golden Disc and Prayer for Realization

Prayers for the removal of obstacles to realization and the vision of truth

3 Lessons
Mantra 13-14: Repetition with New Terms
55 mins
Mantra 15: The Golden Disc - Prayer for Vision
65 mins
Mantras 13-15: Integration and Meditation
50 mins
Module 5

Mantras 16-18, Conclusion & Doubt Clearing

Final prayers, death meditation, and integration of the complete teaching

3 Lessons
Mantra 16: Prayer to Pūṣan and Yama
60 mins
Mantras 17-18: Death Prayer and Final Dedication
65 mins
Complete Integration and Doubt Clearing
90 mins

Classical Sanskrit & Indological Glossary

Term (Devanagari / IAST) Scholarly Definition
Īśāvāsyam Pervaded or enveloped by the Divine ruler of all existence.
Vidyā-Avidyā The dialectic between spiritual wisdom and empirical knowledge.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I study at my own pace?

Yes, Īśa Upaniṣad is completely self-paced. All modules, audio chanting guides, and commentaries are available immediately upon enrollment.

Will I receive a verified certificate?

Yes, upon completing all 14 lessons, you can claim your verified Poorvam certificate.

₹1,499.00

This Curriculum Includes:

15 Hours of instruction
Lifetime access to recordings
Curated reading materials & PDFs
Sanskrit audio chanting guides
Cryptographically verified certificate

Prerequisites

  • Basic understanding of Vedāntic concepts
  • Familiarity with Sanskrit transliteration (helpful)
  • Completion of foundational IKS course or equivalent knowledge recommended

Faculty Lead

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Amritanath Bhattacharya
Editor-in-Chief & Founder

Amritanath Bhattacharya is a scholar, author, and cultural theorist working at the intersection of classical Indian aesthetics (Rasa & Dhvani theories), Sanskrit hermeneutics, and modern digital humanities. He serves as the Editor-in-Chief of Poorvam International Journal of Creative Arts and Cultural Expressions (PIJCACE) and is the founding director of the Poorvam Foundation research ecosystem.

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