Dr. Suryanarayana Nanda
Dr. Suryanarayana Nanda, Sanskrit Studies faculty at HUA, holds a Ph.D. in Sanskrit from Utkal University, Bhubaneswar, and brings decades of experience in Vedic texts, Classical Sanskrit, and language promotion.
$300.00
This course is part of the following programs:
Basic knowledge of Sanskrit, and interested in ancient Hindu texts, and Sanskrit Literature.
In this course the students will be able to:
1: Introduction to Manusmriti
2: Dialogue Between the Sages and Manu
3: Creation of the Universe
4: Emergence of the Four Varnas
5: Duties of the Brahmana
6: Transmission of the Vedas and Sacred Duties
7: Karma, Rebirth, and Cosmic Order
8: Modern Relevance and Critical Reflections
Recommended Reading List
Primary Texts: – Manusmṛti with the Commentary of Medhātithi – Translation by Ganganath Jha (select portions) – Critical Edition of Manusmṛti – BORI (Bhandarkar Oriental Research Institute)
Secondary and Interpretive Readings: The Laws of Manu – Kane, P.V. – History of Dharmaśāstra (Vol. II, Part I – sections on Manusmṛti) – Dasgupta, S.N. – A History of Indian Philosophy (Vol. 2 – on Indian legal and ethical thought) – Pandurang Vaman Kane – Manusmṛti: Its Place in Dharma Literature
The course consists of 10 weekly sessions, each lasting 90 minutes, culminating in a final exam. Assignments, given throughout the course for completion outside class, will account for 50% of your overall grade, with the remaining 50% derived from the final exam.
$300.00
On the program page, there are multiple payment plan options to choose from.
