Bhakti Life Course

Embark on a transformative journey with our Bhakti Life Course, where the timeless teachings of devotion come alive in your daily existence. Bhakti-yoga isn't just a philosophy—it's a vibrant way of life that integrates seamlessly with all aspects of your being.

Drawing from the profound wisdom of Rupa Goswami's Bhakti-Rasamrita Sindhu, our course distils 18 simple yet profound steps to guide you on your path back to the Divine. Through practical acts of devotion, you'll awaken a profound sense of fulfilment, joy, and lasting contentment.

Designed for those seeking more than mere ritual, this course is perfect for graduates of our Discover and Gita Life programs, eager to delve deeper into the practical application of philosophy. You'll discover how to create a sacred space at home, offer heartfelt devotion through food offerings, and infuse Divine presence into every facet of your work and family life.

Spaces are limited, so secure your spot today! Join us on this extraordinary journey of love and devotion.

You will learn about the following topics:

• Me & Krishna
• Me & my home
• Me & my lifestyle
• Me & the world
• Me & my friends
• Me & my journey

Participation

Bhakti Life is our third stage Foundational Course and is open to individuals who have completed the Gita Life course.

Participants who are familiar with the Gita and would like to take up the bhakti-yoga practice in their daily life are also welcome to join.

Schedule

This course will be taking place on Sunday mornings starting on April 7, 2024. There will be nine sessions in total with last one happening on June 2, 2024.

Language: English

Registration fee: 40 CHF (per couple)

If you would like to join the course as a couple, i.e. with your second best half – the registration will be completely free for him or her.

The course includes:

• 9 sessions
• Course slides
• Recordings of each class
• Your tutor is available by email and other forums
• Communicate with fellow students using our forums

About facilitator

Devasri Radhika Devi Dasi was born in Calcutta in 1992 and was introduced to Krishna-consciousness in her childhood. She met her spiritual master, His Holiness Bhakti Charu Swami, in the year 2003. In 2008, at the age of 16, she completed Bhakti Sastri and from a very young age has been actively learning from and serving different ISKCON projects. In 2015, she received Harinama initiation from HH BCS and served as his secretary from 2015-2017. In 2022, she received brahmin initiation from her second spiritual master His Holiness Krishna Kshetra Swami. She is a Ph.D. candidate in Legal Anthropology at Universität Bern after having completed her M.A. in South Asian Studies at Universität Heidelberg, Germany - wherein she was also elected as President (Fachrat) of the student body. She was also associated with the Max Planck Foundation for International Peace and Rule of Law as a research assistant. Prior to this, in 2015, she graduated from NUJS - a premier law school in India and successfully cleared the All-India Bar Examination (AIBE) in 2017 to become a registered member with the Bar Council of India.

In 2019, she briefly also served as secretary to the GBC Sastric Advisory Council. In 2021, she joined the editorial team for Spiritual Connections – a magazine started by His Holiness Bhakti Charu Swami, inspiring its revival and has been serving as secretary to Srila Bhakti Charu Swami Samadhi Committee. From September, 2020 – October, 2022, she also undertook the learning and experience of living in an ashram at ISKCON Zürich and served as the Temple Commander. She is currently involved in overseeing and improving Tulasi Care at the temple, although now serving as a congregation devotee. Since 2021, she is also an integral part of the ISKCON Constitution Committee.