How to Approach Indian Darsanas
to Get the Best Out of Them
Recent Webinar: Saturday, August 16, 2025, 9 am PT / 12 pm ET / 9:30 pm IST
About the Webinar:
Join us for a compelling talk by Dr. Rajeev Kurapati, based on his new book Indian Philosophies Rediscovered: Ancient Wisdom, Modern Relevance. In this session, Dr. Kurapati, who graduated from HUA’s MA Sanskrit program, offers practical insights on how to meaningfully approach the Indian darśanas—systems of philosophy rooted in disciplined inquiry and experiential understanding.
He will explore:
The importance of understanding the historical context
Core characteristics that define Indian philosophical systems
Why the study of darśanas remains relevant today
Whether you’re a curious beginner or a lifelong student, this talk will help you engage with Indian philosophy in a way that is insightful, accessible, and deeply meaningful.
Get to Know panelist
Dr. Rajeev Kurapati
Dr. Rajeev Kurapati practices hospital medicine and holds the position of assistant professor of medicine at the University of Kentucky, USA. Triple-board certified and specializing in obesity and lifestyle medicine, Rajeev is also the award-winning author of three books: Unbound Intelligence (2014), Physician: How Science Transformed the Art of Medicine (2018), and Burnout in Healthcare (2019). His writing has appeared in Slate, Cincinnati Enquirer, Journal of Medical Economics, Mind Body Green, Life Hack, and Millennial Magazine.
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