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Where to start the journey

21.07.2026
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If you are here for the first time—good. This is a place for those who feel that ordinary life is not enough. The Tradition meets you where you are.

Sanatana Dharma is not a religion in the conventional sense of the word. It is a path to discovering your true nature. For thousands of years, it has been passed down from teacher to student through the direct transmission of the highest knowledge.

The Guru is a realized Master. His teachings are available now through events, retreats, courses, and this portal. You can start from anywhere.

Below are three questions. Choose the one that best reflects where you are right now:

  • I want to understand what Sanatana Dharma is

I have only heard about this tradition and want to understand the basics before beginning the practice.

Discover the Teachings → 

  • I want to start meditating and practicing

I am interested in philosophy, but right now practice, meditation, and retreats are more important to me.

Begin the Practice →

  • I already practice and want to go deeper

I am familiar with yoga and philosophy. I am looking for a systematic path, a teacher, and discipleship.

Enter the Tradition →


Three Steps to Your First Encounter

  1. Watch an introductory video  

A selection of lectures by monks and disciples of the Tradition for those entering the Teachings.

View the selection →

2. Read the key article  

"Who We Are and Where We Are Going"—a 3-minute read for complete clarity.

Read the article →

3. Ask your first question  

Personal communication with disciples of the Tradition.

Write now →


Map of the Entire Spiritual Path

From the first awakening to complete dissolution in the Absolute. 

View the path map → 


Vidya AI—Online Mentor

 

Artificial intelligence based on the Guru's corpus of lectures.

Vidya answers questions about practice, philosophy, and the spiritual path, drawing exclusively on the teachings of Swami Vishnudevananda Giri. The mentor is available 24/7.

Ask your first question →

 

 

 

 


Life of the Tradition

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Next Entry Point

Practical Seminar and Initiations with the Guru

September 6–10, 2026

India

Learn more →

Sign up →


Next Step

Get Acquainted with the Teaching→ 

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