Discover the Timeless Wisdom of Vedic Scriptures
Join Austin Vedic University to learn, grow, and transform your life through the timeless teachings of scriptures such as the Bhagavad Gita, Srimad Bhagavatam, and Caitanya Caritamrita, as presented by His Divine Grace A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada.
Start Your Spiritual Journey in 3 Easy Steps
- Enroll in a Course: Sign up for the Bhakti courses and in-depth study of bhakti scriptures.
- Join Live Classes: Participate in interactive Zoom classes with experienced teachers.
- Access Resources Anytime: Watch recorded lectures, download materials, and learn at your own pace.
Our Academic Offerings
Applied Bhagavad Gita
This course teaches how to apply the teachings and principles of the Bhagavad Gita in everyday life. Rather than treating the Gita as merely a philosophical or spiritual text, this approach emphasizes integrating its wisdom into decision-making, relationships, career, personal growth, and spiritual practice.
Bhakti Bhushan
Bhakti Bhushan is indeed a structured program aimed at deepening one’s spiritual understanding and devotion, specifically through the study and practice of the Srimad Bhagavatam, a central scripture in the Gaudiya Vaishnavism tradition. The focus of Bhakti Bhushan is to guide practitioners toward spiritual growth and the realization of their eternal relationship with Lord Krishna.
Gita Ashraya
Gita Ashraya is a program designed to provide a deeper understanding of the Bhagavad Gita as it is. It involves the recitation of slokas, discussion of essential points from Srila Prabhupada’s purports, and practical application of the teachings in daily life.
Bhakti Sastri
Bhakti sastri course is the systematic study of Srila Prabupada’s Bhagavad-Gita, Nectar of Devotion, Nectar of Instruction and Sri Isopanisad. This course will not only enhance your sastric knowledge & understanding and thereby make you more determined in practicing Krishna consciousness
Bhagavad Sanga
This program is designed to help students study the verses of Srimad Bhagavatam, assimilate the teachings contained in those verses, and train them to effectively present these teachings to others through online presentations.
Bhakti-vaibhava:
· Module 1 – Canto 1
· Module 2 – Canto 2
· Module 3 – Canto 3
· Module 4 – Canto 4
· Module 5 – Canto 5
· Module 6 – Canto 6
The Bhakti-vaibhava course covers the concentrated study of the first six cantos of the Srimad-Bhagavatam.
Vaishnava Leadership Course
Srila Prabhupada emphasized that his followers should be well-trained in Vaishnava leadership principles, deeply rooted in the teachings of Srimad Bhagavatam, Bhagavad Gita, and the traditions of the Vaishnava parampara. This training equips us to serve the mission effectively and inspire more people to take up Krishna consciousness. Additionally, Srila Prabhupada wanted his leaders to be exemplary in thoughts, words, actions, and behavior—allowing us to progress in bhakti while taking on leadership responsibilities.
To facilitate this, we are introducing Vaishnava Leadership Training Sessions. Below are the key focus areas, though we will continue to expand topics and invite senior devotees and subject matter experts for deeper insights:
1. Servant Leadership
◦ Inspired by Lord Caitanya’s principle of dasanudasa (servant of the servant).
◦ Leaders lead by serving rather than seeking to be served.
◦ Cultivating service attitude
2. Character & Integrity
◦ Emphasis on personal sadhana, humility, and adherence to Vaishnava etiquette.
◦ Leaders embody sadachar (pure conduct) in all aspects of life.
3. Strategic & Visionary Leadership
◦ Planning and executing services for spiritual and social upliftment.
◦ Expanding Krishna Consciousness while staying aligned with guru, sadhu, and shastra.
4. Developing Strong Relationships
◦ Working with Spiritual authorities
◦ Doing services with others irrespective of the differences