Value Based Education Services
VALUE BASED EDUCATION SERVICES
THE SCHOOL OF VEDIC STUDIES
The School is a project of the Arya Samaj SA which provides the academic training for candidates who are keen to graduate as Vedic priests. The studies are not only for those who want to graduate as priests but also intended as a self-enrichment course for anybody who wants to know more about our glorious Sanathan Dharma. One does not have to know the devanagri script or be able to recite mantras in any great detail as these will be taught throughout the course. All one needs is a matric certificate and a keenness to want to learn. The pace of the course is easily manageable and setting aside a few hours a week will be sufficient to enable one to comfortably manage the course.
The Course comprises six modules, each lasting six months. The subjects covered are as follows, viz. the Practice of Prayer; Funerary Rites; Pre-Natal Sanskars; Lifestyle and Prosperity; the Wedding Ceremony and Community Ministry. Deep questions like what is the nature of the soul; what happens when you die; reincarnation and is wealth a bad thing are all addressed in a very conclusive way by the Course.
The lessons are offered by an experienced group of Tutors, all of whom have passed the 3 year course, and Dr Rambilass, a Sanskrit expert who is also very knowledgeable in Vedic Studies. The School of Vedic Studies is in the process of having the Course accredited through SAQA at NQF level 6.
We also offer Skype lessons to students in Johannesburg; Port Shepstone; Bloemfontein and even as far afield as Germany and Texas. The School caters for candidates from all religious persuasions within the fold of Hinduism. We have students from the Divine Life Society, Sai movement and a number of other temple societies.
The Course equips one with knowledge and understanding to navigate life’s journey in a more confident and positive way. For those who enrol for this very worthwhile Course, it will definitely be a voyage of discovery. The School has produced a FAQ Z- fold which gives you more details about the Course.
Enrolments for the course begins in January and the second enrolment for the year is in June. All classes commences after the first week schools open. Book your spot now!!For more information please contact Head Office on 031 267 0544 or 031 267 0519.
VEDA NIKETAN EXAMINATIONS
The Veda Niketan has introduced a series of publications called ‘Teachings of Hinduism’. These publications provide students with a systematic educational programme for the study of the Hindu Dharma in English. The publications are listed belowand are available for order via the ebook store
- Elementary Teachings of Hinduism
- Basic Teachings of Hinduism
- Essential Teachings of Hinduism Part 1 and Part 2
- Spiritual Teachings of Hinduism
These books have been graded in a particular sequence. The subject matter starts from its elementary level and gradually develops to higher levels. The following religious examinations are conducted.
- Dharma Prathama – [Elementary Examinations]
- Dharma Pravesh – [Junior Examinations]
- Dharma Prakash – Part 1 and Part11 – [Senior Examinations]
- Dharma Praveen – [Diploma Examinations]
- Dharma Prabhakar – [Higher Diploma Examinations]