Study Groups
“Study groups constitute the heart of our mission.” – Swami Chinmayananda
To sustain the inspiration obtained by listening to the discourses given by our Āchāryas, it is necessary for the student to continue independent study of the scriptures. The study Group provides an opportunity to do this with the fellow like-minded people. The goals of the study groups are:
- to practice mananam or reflection thereby gaining clear insight of scriptural fundamentals.
- to cultivate the art of communicating this scriptural knowledge to others.
Each study group has a lead/moderator. New students get a really good start into Vedantic study while the advanced ones report that with each time they go through this process their gain better understanding of the scriptures. Setting aside blind beliefs, they discuss scriptural teachings, deepening their personal philosophical understanding. Some of the ongoing study groups at CMKC are listed below.
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Self Unfoldment
This book unfolds in simple, easy-to-read form, the fundamentals of Vedanta, the time-tested teaching from the spiritual tradition of India. Through the lens of Vedanta, Swami Chinmayananda shows us how to tap the immense potential power of our inner resources and thereby transform our lives.
- Saturday from 3PM to 4 PM
Tattvabodha
The human psyche is so composed that most of us, including atheists, at some point of time ask fundamental questions of life. It may begin with 'Why did this happen to me?' Then it goes on to 'Is there God? Who am I? What is the goal of human life? What happens when one dies? Why was the world created? By whom? How?....'.
In Tattvabodha, Sri Adi Shankaracharya lovingly answers these and many more such questions and introduces the aspiring student to the basic principles of Vedanta - the science of Life. This preliminary text is presented in the form of a dialogue between the Guru and the disciple. The disciple asks with genuine eagerness and the Guru answers wtih patience, with depth and wtih precision.
Swami Tejomayananda's commentary on this text is illuminating and answers even unasked doubts of the beginner. His exposition, from what it takes to be a seeker to what it takes to make a saint of oneself, is masterly..
- Thursdays from 7 PM to 8PM
Vivekachudamani
By developing the quality of discrimination, a power solely accorded to man, can one distinguish between the eternal and the temporal, which in turn opens the gateway to peace and happiness. Vivekachudamani, literally translated as the 'Crest Jewel of Discrimination' is a compendium of 580 verses on the ways to know, understand and reach Brahman, the Reality in us.Composed by the Sage, Adi Sankaracharya, Vivekachudamani is in the form of a dialogue between the student and the Teacher, with the latter guiding the student along the spiritual path.Swami Chinmayananda's commentary is the perfect companion for students walking the spiritual path in understanding its timeless wisdom.
- Tuesdays from 7 PM to 8PM
The Vision of Bhagavad Gita
All of us have an inborn desire for peace and happiness. But there are times in life that we experience so much inner conflict that peaceful existence just does not seem possible. It is at such times that many of us turn towards the sacred scriptures of the world for guidance. Among the ancient scriptures of India, the Bhagavad Gita holds a special place. Rich with spiritual insights and wisdom its message is universal. For centuries it has been a vast source of inspiration to all those seeking spiritual guidance. This illuminating commentary by Swami Tejomayananda on selected verses from the Bhagavad Gita shows how inner wisdom enables us to maintain mental balance while dynamically acting in the world. His teachings are profound, yet simple, but above all relevant in today's world. He guides us on how to base our choices on the vision of Oneness and Truth, so that we can revitalize and enliven every aspect of our lives.
- Sundays from 10:30AM to 11:30AM
Bhagavad Gita Chapter 4
In Chapter IV of the Bhagavad Geeta, The Divine Charioteer speaks of renunciation of action. He explains reincarnation, action, inaction and the power of enlightenment.
"He who sees action in inaction and inaction in action, he is a man of wisdom. He remains actionless while performing all actions." - Verse 18, Chapter IV..
- Sundays from 11:30AM to 12:15 PM
