Introduction to Vedic Astronomy
(Weekend Course)

Vedic Astronomy, also called Pre-siddhāntic Astronomy by historians, refers to observations and theories about the visible sky (Sun, Moon, Stars, Comets, Eclipses, Ayana, Rtu, Paksha, Tithi  etc.) as depicted in the Vedas, Purāṇas and other texts dateable to BCE. Indian culture and its practices are known to be deeply rooted in such observations, esoteric interpretations, celestial pictures and omens as described in the ancient texts. This course is aimed at providing an introduction to the astronomical premise in select portions of the Vedic (Samhitā, Brāhmaṇa, Āraṇyaka, Pariśiṣṭa); ancillary (Śulba, Jyotiṣa) texts of Lagadha, Parāśara, Vṛddhagarga and some Purāṇas.

The course will be conducted by Prof. RN Iyengar, Distinguished Professor & the Director of the Center. The lectures and interactive sessions will be held on Saturdays mornings starting on 22nd September, 2018 at the CMS Business School premises in JP Nagar. The exact schedule will be worked out on the first day to suit the convenience of the participants.

Research workers, doctoral students, enthusiasts of Sanskrit, history, science-in-Vedas, chronology and culture will benefit by the course. No special knowledge of astronomy or mathematics is needed to follow the course. Ability to read Sanskrit texts and commentaries in the original will be advantageous.

Register online using the form below. The last day for registration for the course is 14th September, 2018. Seats are limited and admissions will be on first-come first-served basis.

The course fees will be Rs. 5,000/- to be paid in full before on or before 17th September, 2018. The link for online payment will be emailed to you once you fill up the registration form below.

For any questions, email to hs.sudarshan@jainuniversity.ac.in