Sanskrit for Scriptural Study: Adults Batch (June, 2026)
Master the essentials of Sanskrit to understand shlokas independently. A systematic, hands-on course with practical exercises.
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Unlock the logic of Sanskrit grammar—designed for the adult mind.
Most language courses rely on tedious memorization. This course takes a different path: an application-oriented approach based on the elegant system of Paninian grammar (व्याकरण). By connecting new concepts to familiar patterns, you will build a powerful foundation for advanced study.
What to expect
• Pattern-based learning: Understand the structural logic rather than just memorizing rules.
• Independent Śloka Decoding: Learn how to apply these grammatical patterns to dismantle, analyze, and understand scriptural verses (ślokas) entirely on your own.
• Practical application: Learn how the grammar functions in real texts.
• Flexible pace: We introduce essential noun, pronoun, and verb declensions in class, backed by a curated library of YouTube resources so you can master them at your own pace.
Prerequisites
• Script Familiarity: Ability to read the Devanagari script (the script used for Sanskrit and Hindi).
• No Prior Sanskrit Required: This course starts from scratch; no previous background in the language is expected.
• Commitment to Practice: An eagerness to learn and the dedication to complete regular practice exercises in a timely manner.
Objectives
• Master the Structural Core: Understand the fundamental building blocks and underlying logic of the Sanskrit language system.
• Decode Scriptural Verses: Acquire the foundational skills necessary to independently analyze and interpret Sanskrit ślokas.
• Apply Concepts Immediately: Engage in ongoing, hands-on exercises to anchor grammatical theories into practical usage.
• Develop a Self-Paced Routine: Utilize curated YouTube resources to memorize essential noun and verb inflections at your own speed.
• Showcase Practical Mastery: Deliver student presentations that demonstrate your ability to apply Paninian concepts to real texts.
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Course Curriculum
Module 1 - Foundation of the Language
• वर्णमाला (Sanskrit Alphabet) - Vowels/Consonants/गुणिताक्षराणि/Conjunct Consonants
• प्रकृति-प्रत्यय-व्यवस्था (Language system)
• सुबन्ताः (Noun forms)
• लघु-विभक्त्यर्थाः (Meaning of Vibhaktis - Basic)
• विशेषणानि (Adjectives)
• तिङन्ताः (Verb forms)
• कृदन्ताः (Basic)
• लकाराः (Tenses - लट्, लृट्, लङ्, लोट्)
• सर्वनामपदानि (Pronouns)
• उपसर्गाः (Prefixes)
• अव्ययानि (Indeclinables - क्त्वा, ल्यप्, तुमुन्)
Outcome - Understand/Self-compose simple Sanskrit sentences
Module 2 - Grammatical Foundation - I
• कारकम् (Factors of action)
• बृहत्-विभक्त्यर्थाः (Meaning of Vibhaktis - Advanced)
• कृदन्ताः
• कर्तरि/कर्मणि प्रयोगाः (Active/Passive voice)
• तद्धित/स्त्री प्रत्ययाः
• सनादि प्रत्ययाः
Outcome - Understand/Self-compose short Sanskrit stories
Module 3 - Grammatical Foundation - II
• अन्वय-करणम् (Steps involved in understanding a Shloka)
• माहेश्वर-सूत्राणि / प्रत्याहाराः
• सन्धिः (Transfomation of Sanskrit letters)
• समासाः (Compound words)
• समासान्त-प्रत्ययाः
Outcome - Understand Sanskrit shlokas
Module 4 - Application / Tools
• भगवद्गीतायां अन्वयः (Application in Bhagavad-gītā)
• How to type in देवनागरी
• Introduction to online tools - Dictionary/Noun/Verb lookup
• Resources available on our YouTube Channel
• छात्र-प्रदर्शनानि (Student presentations)
Outcome - Present a practical application of the concepts learned.
