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Introduction to Dvaita, Advaita and Vishishtadvaita systems of Vedanta

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Course Code:

HSF5007

Credit Hours:

3

Course Level:

500

Area of Study:

Hindu Studies Foundations

Course Description

HSF5007 - (MAH/PHD Course) As the name, Introduction to Dvaita, Advaita, and Viśiṣṭādvaita Systems of Vedānta suggests, this course introduces students to the three major systems of Vedānta—Dvaita, Advaita, and Viśiṣṭādvaita—each offering distinct metaphysical insights into the nature of reality, the self, and the divine. Students will gain a clear understanding of the core principles, similarities, and differences across these systems, while also appreciating their coherence as a continuum of thought rather than as mutually exclusive positions. The course addresses both traditional interpretations and contemporary academic perspectives, clarifying common misunderstandings and misrepresentations. By engaging critically with classical texts and Indological scholarship, students will cultivate the ability to articulate Vedāntic ideas with clarity and apply them to the challenges of modern life, fostering balance and deeper self-understanding.  

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Program of Study

This course is part of the following programs:

Master of Arts in Hindu Studies

Doctor of Philosophy in Hindu Studies

Division

Graduate Division

Required / Core / Elective:

Elective

Prerequisites:

Admission into the MA or Doctoral Program in Hindu Studies

Semester / Quarter System:

Quarter

Number of Weeks:

11

Semester / Quarter Offered:

Winter 2023

Days of the Week:

Every Sunday

Time:

10:00 am EST – 1:00 pm EST (India – 8:30 pm IST – 11:30 pm IST)

Start Date:

January 29, 2023

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Dr. Narasimhan Anantharangachar

Dr. Narasimhan Anantharangachar

Dr. Narasimhan Anantharangachar, acquired his PhD (Vidya Varidhi) in Sanskrit from, Karnataka Samskrit University, Bangalore, in the year 2020, a Vidvaduttama degree in Vishishtadvaita Vedanta from Chamaraja Samskrit College, Bangalore, 2015, his MPhil.

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narasimhan.anantharangachar@hua.edu

Course Learning Objectives

In this course students will be able to:

  • Articulate a comprehensive understanding of the basic tenets of Hinduism as per the three Vedantic systems – Dvaita, Advaita and Vishishtadvaita and how they have evolved.
  • Demonstrate a basic knowledge of the differences and similarities in the three systems of Vedanta.
  • Communicate the coherence and continuity inherent in the three seemingly irreconcilable views of the Vedantic Systems – Dvaita, Advata and Vishishtadvaita.
  • Analyze Indological scholarship on the three Vedantic Systems examining contemporary views.
  • Illustrate the application of Vedantic knowledge to life situations by citing own experiences.
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Course Content

This course students will be given introduction to Dvaita Advaita and Vishishtadvaita, the three major systems of Vedanta. Students get a clear idea about the metaphysics of the three systems. They will also be able to appreciate how to harmonize the three systems through reconciliation of perspectives that appear, superficially, to be irreconcilably different but in reality represent a continuum of thought.

Some of the contemporary academic and popular misunderstandings about Hinduism, in particular the three Systems of Vedanta, would also be discussed to clear out popular misunderstandings and misrepresentations. All these aim at helping the students to lead a balanced life by successfully managing the challenges of modern life.

Class Structure

There will be two sessions of one and half hours each per week. These classes are structured as per the Vedanta principles of listening (shravana), thinking using logic (manana) and meditating on how to realize them in real life (nididhyasana). There will be quiz sessions and a term paper which would help students to get more clarity on the theory aspects as well.

After every few lectures there would be discussion sessions and then exercises on how to apply the learning to life situations. Students will be encouraged to share their understandings after discussing in groups and discuss the challenges faced by them in day-to-day life. They would also be encouraged to present changes noticed in their own outlook and perspective while experimenting.

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  • SAN6102 Vyakarana II
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  • SAN8108 Ayurveda Advanced
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