Hari Om,
It was a beautiful morning of Wednesday, March 30, 2016. Panchsheel, Churchgate was full of energetic batch of First SOBO Foundation Vedanta seekers who were all set for their graduation ceremony.
They had undergone training with Br. Nidhi Chaitanya and this special occasion was graced by Swami Swatmananada, Acharya, South Mumbai.
The ceremony began with invocation prayers seeking the Lord and Gurudev’s blessings. The program began with a very interesting set of performance staged by the students whereby vedantic concepts were enacted in form of Advertisement jingles from 1980-90s. It was a real joy to see them perform the jingles with such zeal and fun. Vedanta never seemed so much fun before this !
Some students chose to present their views on Vedanta and their course experience in form of peoms and song which was really heartwarming. Impressions-course experiences were shared by few students which enlightened everyone about the impact of the course on the seekers and how it made them firm and clear about leading life with Vedantic outlook.
Nidhiji presented the course report and proudly announced that this was the only batch where all 14 graduates had obtained “O” grade-the highest grade granted by CIF. She acknowledged that the love she received from this batch was something she would cherish for the lifetime.
Later, Swami Swatmanandji inspired everyone with his talk wherein he said why each person should learn Vedanta and how it can make a person patriotic. He mentioned how privileged we all were to be born in a country which has produced maximum saints and we must repay our debts to them by spreading this valuable knowledge by leading a Vedantic life.
The formal graduation ceremony was conducted wherein each student received their CIF certificate with a token from the Mission from Swamiji.
The atmosphere was full of joy and gratitude as each student felt the joy of achievement and gratitude to Gurudev for considering them eligible for the knowledge.
he program concluded with arati and vote of thanks to all present. Lunch bhiksha was enjoyed by one and all. Overall a very fulfilling experience !
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Chinmaya Mission Mumbai welcomes you to
1 – YEAR FOUNDATION VEDANTA
CERTIFICATE COURSE 2016 (in South Mumbai)
(In association with Chinmaya International Foundation (CIF), Kerala)
COURSE HIGHLIGHTS:
- Systematic and Graded understanding of important concepts of
Vedanta and life
- Thorough clarity and in depth Knowledge of Vedanta in just a span of
one year
- Regular written evaluations to ensure clear understanding and perfect
grasp
- Special sessions on Meditation, Chanting and personal Sadhana, Presentations,
Group Discussions, Video-clips, Activities etc. to convey concepts practically
- Course Material DESIGNED BY SWAMI CHINMAYANANDA based on
important preliminary texts of Vedanta
- Regular guidance and personal support from trained and qualified Sevak/Sevika
of Chinmaya Mission
CONTRIBUTION FEES: Rs. 3500
THIS IS NOT A TUTION FEES.
This donation is towards the infrastructural expenses of the course.
The course by itself is FREE.
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UPCOMING BATCHES In South Mumbai
1) Tripti Vyas
Mobile : 9820970919
Venue : Chinmaya Sagar Office, Panchsheel Bldg, Ground Floor, ‘C’ Road,
Churchgate, Mumbai 400020
Starting on: 14th June 2016 (Tues)
Time : On every TUESDAY from 11am-12.30pm
2) Sunita Shah & Jasmine Ashar
Mobile : 98672131888 / 9820863799
Venue :Sunita R Shah, 503-B, Ghaswala Tower, PG Solanki Path,
Near Minerva Theatre, Mumbai 400007
Starting on: 22nd June 2016 (Wed)
Time : On every WEDNESDAY from 11am-12.30pm
3) Bina Kejriwal & Nirupa Reshamwala
Mobile : 9821041490 / 9821347058
Venue : Chinmaya Sagar Office, Panchsheel Bldg, Ground Floor, ‘C’ Road,
Churchgate, Mumbai 400020
Starting on: 14th July 2016 (Thursday)
Time : On every THURSDAY from 11am-12.30pm
IN ORDER TO REGISTER KINDLY FILL OUT THE REGISTERATION FORM AND CONTACT THE CHOSEN SEVAK / SEVIKA OF THAT CLASS FOR FURTHER DETAILS.
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CHINMAYA MISSION MUMBAI
FOUNDATION VEDANT COURSE
Registration Form
Tick the batch you want to join:
o Every TUESDAY from 14th June 2016 - 11am-12.30pm by Tripti Vyas
o Every WEDNESDAY from 22nd June 2016 - 11am-12.30pm by Sunita Shah & Jasmine Ashar
o Every THURSDAY from 14th July 2016 - 11am-12.30pm by BinaKejriwal&Nirupa Reshamwala
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Event: Graduation day for Teacher’s Foundation Vedanta Course
Date: 30th March 2016
Venue: Chinmaya Sagar, Churchgate
Under the tutelage of Brni Nidhi Chaitanya, 16 people completed the one-year study programme to become Sevaks/Sevikas of the Foundation Vedanta Course-FVC (CIF). The day was charged with excitement and reverence. The ‘graduates’ put up a skit on advertisement jingles to explain the concepts of Vedanta. Sw. Swatmananda graced this occasion and gave an inspiring talk on the role and responsibilities of Sevaks/Sevikas. New FVC study classes will start in South Mumbai from June onwards by these Sevaks/Sevikas.
Event: Teachers training for Shishuvihar
Date: April 9, 2016
Venue: Chinmaya Sagar, Churchgate.
The workshop was conducted by Roma Sanghavi and Radhika Jesrani. 15 people from all over Mumbai attended the workshop. Plans have been made for 4 new classes in South Mumbai, commencing in June 2016.
