Mentors and preachers of the World Community of Sanatana Dharma with blessings for preaching activities

Mentors of the Teaching

Mahamandaleshwar Shri Guru Swami Vishnudevananda Giri

Spiritual teacher (authorized to initiate into sannyasa) in the tradition of Advaita Vedanta and yoga, sadhu, realized jnani in the lineage of Advaita Vedanta, philosopher, theologian, writer, pilgrim-traveler, having disciples among monks and laypeople worldwide – in Russia, Ukraine, Belarus, Europe, USA, India, Nepal.

Mahamandaleshwar Swamini Ananda Lila Giri

Mahamandaleshwar of the Juna Akhara order (India), abbot of the ashrams of the World Community of Sanatana Dharma. Mahant of "Avadhuta-Siddha-Ashram" (India), mahant of "Chitra Amrita Ashram".

Practices yoga for nearly 30 years. Has completed over 20 solitary retreats, including one year-long retreat in 2007 and several long dark retreats.

Swamini Satya Tejasi Giri

Has the fourth level according to the monastic educational system classification. 

Since 2001, has completed many short and several long retreats.

Since 2023, temporarily assumes duties as the mahant of the Sadhu Tapovan ashram in Altai, conducting meetings, seminars, retreats, and practical classes in Russia.

Since 2024, as part of her service at the Institute of Clergy, developed the "Upasana Course" and began teaching the course to laypeople, WCSD pujaris in a six-month training program.

Swamini Advaitavadini Giri

Purna-sannyasi of the 4.2 level of study, practicing in monasticism since 2007.

Swamini Advaitavadini Giri has completed one year-long retreat, many short retreats from 6 months to 3 days, and several dark retreats. Specializes in Anuttara-tantra practices, as well as spiritual mentoring of students preparing to enter the path of sannyasa (monasticism).

Since 2013, by the blessing of the Guru, conducts meetings, classes, seminars, lectures, webinars, and retreats in the Siddha tradition in various cities in Russia, Europe, and Asia, spreading the teachings of Advaita in the Siddha tradition.

Mahants 

Ramanatha Giri

In monasticism since 2003, since 2010 by the blessing of his teacher conducts lectures, seminars, webinars, as well as group meditative retreats in the Siddha tradition, transmits Jnana yoga, Raja yoga, Kundalini yoga, Shat-chakra yoga, Prana-vidya, and yoga of internal wind management.

Specializes in conducting group meditative retreats for followers. Has conducted a series of group retreats for spiritual seekers ranging from 3 to 30 days. Author of the books: "Retreat in the Siddha Tradition", "Dream Yoga in the Siddha Tradition", "Extraction of the Subtle Body".

Trailokyadevi Giri

Nun of the 4th level of study. In monasticism since 2005, took purna-sannyasa in the Juna Akhara order. During the study period, completed several three-month, two six-month, and many short retreats.

From 2008 to 2010 was an assistant manager of the ashram in Russia, from 2011 to 2013 – manager of the ashram. 2014-2015 – ideological and organizational mastermind behind the "Sadhu Loka" project (Nepal).

Since 2018, mahant of "Trimurti Ashram", mahasthanapati of the World Community of Sanatana Dharma.

Vedamatri Giri

Nun of the 4th level of study.

Practices yoga since 1996, took Refuge in the Teaching in April 2001. In monasticism since 2006.

Deeply studying the philosophy of Advaita Vedanta and practicing Laya yoga in the Siddha tradition, received many initiations from her teacher, completed many long retreats. Has extensive experience in conducting retreats and seminars in her tradition both in the Monastery and in many cities of the CIS. Participated in organizing and conducting Advaita Vedanta Congresses and Forums, the teacher's satsangs, and was a curator of the Vedic Literature Festival.

Lakshita Giri

Mahant, mahasthanapati of Shiva Prem Sagar ashram.

In monasticism since 2008, has the third level of monastic education. During the period of monastic study, completed many retreats, initiations, and empowerments. Received her spiritual name from the Guru in 2016 and monastic status in 2019.

Since 2014, under the guidance of mahant Ramanatha Giri, she has been actively involved in missionary service, first organizing meetings with students in the world, retreats, seminars, and preparing community-wide events. Gradual growth in missionary activity has currently led to independent preaching and teaching lay students according to the WCSD training program.

Sthanacharyas and Sthanapatis

Sthanapati Maheshvari Giri

Purna-sannyasi of the 3rd level, a disciple of Shri Guru Swami Vishnudevananda Giri, has the blessing to preach and transmit the teaching of Pratyaksha Advaita (practical Advaita of the Siddhas).

In monasticism since 2008, completed the first 12-year course of study. Completed a six-month retreat, several long (2-3 months) and many short retreats. Is an active servant in spreading the teachings of Sanatana Dharma, an organizer of various programs of the Guru, as well as general retreats and seminars, pilgrimages, and Vedic holidays.

Preachers of the Teaching

Adimata Giri

Purna-sannyasini (nun in full vows), practicing in the monastery since 2003, has the 4th level in monastic education, completed many retreats on Raja, Laya, and Kundalini yoga.

Pays special attention in practice to working with energy, exploring the relationship between its various aspects, as well as Bhakti yoga (the yoga of devotional service) as an important and integral part of a complete spiritual path.

Participated in organizing and conducting Advaita Congresses and Forums, interfaith round tables, and conferences.

Has the status of Senior Teacher of Vidya Mandala WCSD, author of several treatises including "On the Similarity of Slavic and Hindu Spiritual Traditions", "Quantum Physics and the Teaching of Advaita", and others.

Nityashri Giri

In monasticism since December 2003. Has the third level of monastic education.

Completed more than 10 three-month retreats, one six-month retreat, and many short retreats.

Since 2002, has been involved in creative types of service in the yoga ashram – teaches vocals, performs bhajans, and oversees the vocal-instrumental group.

Mahadevi Giri

Nun of the 3rd level of study, practicing in monasticism since 2004, completed several long retreats (three months or more) and many short retreats.

Over several years, she has created and performed, alone and together with the monastic choir, several dozen bhajans that inspire and lead all listeners to the divine.

Since 2007 – curator of the audio/video mandala – video filming, audio recording, and processing of lectures by her master Swami Vishnudevananda Giri.

Aravindini Giri

Practicing in monasticism since 2007, has the 3rd level of monastic education, completed many retreats from three days to three months.

Hatha and Kundalini yoga instructor, meditation and basic practices of the tradition of practical Advaita of the Siddhas. Preacher of the World Community of Sanatana Dharma, teacher of Advaita Vedanta philosophy and Shaivism in the community's Vidya Mandala.

Ekantini Giri

Practicing in monasticism since 2007, has the 3rd level of monastic education, completed many retreats from three days to two months.

During her novitiate, performed service in the ashram's publishing house; in recent years, she has written a number of articles and essays on Dharma topics; in 2015, wrote the book "Secrets of Yoga".

Nandarani Giri

Shrinandini