Understanding and Appreciating Sanskrit Sloka

Course Aim

Welcome to “Understanding and Appreciating Sanskrit Sloka”, a journey into the world of ancient Indian wisdom. Sanskrit slokas, or verses, hold the key to unlocking the secrets of India’s rich cultural heritage. This course aims to demystify the language and reveal the depths of Sanskrit literature, enabling participants to appreciate its beauty, significance, and relevance.

To empower participants with a comprehensive understanding and deep appreciation of Sanskrit slokas, enabling them to: “Unlock the Wisdom and Beauty of Sanskrit Literature” 

Course Objectives

  • Decode Sanskrit Texts: Read and understand Sanskrit slokas with accuracy, recognizing various scripts and fonts.
  • Unravel Literary Significance: Analyze the cultural, historical, and philosophical context of Sanskrit literature.
  • Appreciate Poetic Beauty: Recognize and interpret the literary devices, metaphors, and allegories used in Sanskrit poetry.
  • Explore Mythological Context: Understand the mythological and symbolic references in Sanskrit slokas.
  • Integrate Spiritual Insights: Apply the wisdom and values from Sanskrit literature to everyday life.
  • Recite and Chant with Confidence: Recite and chant Sanskrit slokas correctly, with emphasis on pronunciation and intonation.

Learning Outcomes

The śloka is a verse form that is central to Indian epic poetry and classical Sanskrit literature. It is the most common verse form in classical Sanskrit poetry, and is used in many works, including the Mahabharata, Ramayana, Puranas, Smritis, and scientific treatises. The śloka is considered the Indian verse form par excellence.
 
Here are some other ways the śloka is important in Sanskrit literature:
Presence of ślokas in a text
The presence of many ślokas in a text is usually a sign that the text is post-Vedic. All these things will be discussed in detail.
 

Duration: 15 Weeks – 90 Mins/Week

Course Fees: $450

Certificate: Students will receive certificate of completion. Students enrolled in “For CREDIT’ will also receive TRANSCRIPT.

Classes: Every Tuesday starting from 28th January, 2025

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Faculty

Dr. Anupama Ryali Adjunct Professor

 

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