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Bhaktivedanta College
Ministerial Program
Posted May 28, 2004
Bhaktivedanta College
Vaishnava Theology Seminary
Ministerial Program
September 13th, 2004 – June 24th, 2005
Bhaktivedanta College offers a one-year Ministerial Program in Vaishnava
Studies, in three areas: Ministerial and Vocational Skills, Academic Studies,
and Introspection and Devotion. The academic year is divided into three terms,
with a three-week Christmas holiday and a two-week Easter break.
Benefits for Students
Bhaktivedanta College will
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Equip students with academic skills in a
Krishna conscious atmosphere;
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Deepen the students’ knowledge and
understanding of, and ability to apply the theology and philosophy of
Gaudiya Vaishnavism, in the line of Srila Prabhupada;
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Help students put the key principles of
Krishna consciousness at the center of their lives;
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Empower students to teach others to apply
Krishna consciousness;
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Deepen students’ appreciation of and
commitment to Krishna consciousness as an introspective process of spiritual
development;
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Encourage students to become independently
thoughtful, with developed powers of Krishna conscious discrimination;
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Prepare students to serve the Vaishnava
community with care, concern, and respect;
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Help students recognize their areas of
competence and facilitate their placement in a Krishna conscious vocation;
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Enable students to identify themselves as
representatives of Srila Prabhupada’s teachings and mission;
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Promote understanding of ISKCON’s identity in
the Gaudiya-Vaishnava and Vedic traditions.
The certificate in Vaisnava studies is accredited by the University of Wales,
Lampeter.
Courses and Teachers*
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Academic:
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Ethics
(Sesa Dasa)
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Comparative Religion
(Krishna-ksetra Dasa)
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Vaisnava Theology
(Krishna-ksetra Dasa)
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Sociology
(Kartamasa Dasa)
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Introduction to Sanskrit
(Radhika Ramana Dasa)
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Vedic Philosophy
(Pranava Dasa)
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Western Philosophy
(Locana Dasa)
Vocational:
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Interfaith
(Anuradha Dasi)
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Mediation
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(Braja Bihari Dasa)
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Counselling and Life Skills
(Krishna-lila Dasi)
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Communications Course I
(Anuttama Dasa)
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Teacher Training I & II
(Rasamandala Dasa)
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Congregational Development
(Kripamoya Dasa)
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Leadership and Management
(Hanuman Dasa and Yadunandana Dasa)
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"The 8 noble Truths of fund
Raising in ISKCON"
(Kalakantha Dasa)
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Teacher Training for
Bhakti-Sastri
(Yadunandana Dasa)
Devotional
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Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 1
(Yadunandana Dasa/Lilasuka Dasa)
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Retreat “Truth and Dharma”
(Akhandadhi Dasa)
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Retreat “The Art of Spiritual Transformation”
(Sacinandana Swami)
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Retreat “The Nectar of the Holy Name: Improving our
Chanting”
(Sacinandana Swami)
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Faith Development
(Kadamba Kanana Swami)
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Introspective Sangas
(Yadunandana Dasa)
*The list may change slightly by the time the program begins.
Participation in the Expenses: 1,450 euros
Room and Board: From 2180 to 2360 euros, depending upon the options you
choose.
"The ISKCON Ministry of Educational Development offers its blessings and
support to Bhaktivedanta College and the important initiative it represents.
This Ministerial Program of the College is the foundation of the most systematic
and comprehensive educational program in ISKCON today. Education is our future."
— Sesa Prabhu, head of the GBC Ministry of Education
Interested students may notify Alakananda Devi Dasi at
college@pamho.net or tel: +32 86323277.
Some scholarships will probably be available.
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