VAISHNAVA TRAINING & EDUCATION

Course Material

STUDENTS HANDBOOK
for

the Bhakti astri Course

The International Society for Krishna Consciousness Founder-Acarya: His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada

The VTE Bhakti Sastri Course Materials

Copyright 2000. Vaishnava Training and Education CD Version, First Edition (published December 2000)

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Contents
Page
Foreword Acknowledgements Introduction 5 6 7

Chapter One A Concise Overview of the Course Chapter Two A Framework for Sastric Study
The Twelve Aims of Sastric Study Quotes Supporting the Twelve Aims

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17 19

Chapter Three The Bhakti Sastri Course

Aims Objectives Assessment (including Sample Papers)

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26 28 31

Chapter Four Overview of Books and Chapters

Bhagavad-gita Nectar of Devotion Sri Isopanisad Nectar of Instruction

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39 55 58 63

Chapter Five Themes and Key Verses

Themes for All Books Key Memory Verses

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66 74

Chapter Six Homework Questions

Generic Questions (Modules 1-3) Generic Questions (Module 4) Content-specific Questions (Module 1) Content-specific Questions (Module 2) Content-specific Questions (Module 3)

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78 80 82 86 89

DEDICATION

To

His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada

who intended that his disciples and followers diligently study and apply his teachings for the welfare of all

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On the other hand, that literature which is full of descriptions of the transcendental glories of the name, fame, forms, pastimes, etc., of the unlimited Supreme Lord is a different creation, full of transcendental words directed toward bringing about a revolution in the impious lives of this worlds misdirected civilization. Such transcendental literatures, even though imperfectly composed, are heard, sung and accepted by purified men who are thoroughly honest.
(Srimad Bhagavatam 1.5.11)

In this way you have to understand, by studying carefully the philosophy. We have got so many books now and I want all of my disciples to read them carefully. Soon we shall be instituting Bhakti-sastri examinations and all brahmanas will have to pass. So utilize whatever time you find to make a thorough study of my books.
(Letter from Srila Prabhupada to Upendra, 7th July 1976)

FOREWORD
I heartily welcome the publication of this new VTE Course as a significant step forward for ISKCON. Srila Prabhupada intended his society to be led by educational values, as indicated by ISKCONs first purpose: To systematically propagate spiritual knowledge to society at large and to educate all peoples in the techniques of spiritual life in order to check the imbalance of values in life and to achieve real peace and unity in the world. Srila Prabhupada not only gave priority to the publication and marketing of his books, but left specific instructions for their systematic study. Nearly thirty years later, this order remains unfulfilled. This particular course, I believe, has the potential to at last fulfill Srila Prabhupadas directives; most notable are its proposed systems for global implementation, including already-written teacher training modules that complement and extend existing VTE courses. This curriculum has a number of other distinguishing features. Possibly it is the first to be built on sound and explicit educational principles and a well-articulated methodology. It thus goes beyond memorisation and intellectual understanding, to explicitly promote students application of knowledge, their development of appropriate values, and, ultimately, personal realisation. This slant on conduct and character, I believe, gives it great potential in addressing our numerous individual and societal challenges. Furthermore, its detailed delineation of the aims of sastric study is a welcome feature at a time within ISKCON marked by lack of clear direction. I was particularly impressed by the aim of Mood and Mission, which even today will help students appreciate Srila Prabhupada continuing presence. Conscientious teachers will recognise how this course offers support to the less-able and yet respects the expertise and initiative of the more-experienced. For students it offers a quality of learning which is relevant, practical and enjoyable. I particularly liked the use of progressive assessment procedures, such as project-work, which free students from unnecessary pressure and promote their natural creativity. In conclusion, I think this course will appeal to many sections of our membership. Particularly, though, I appeal to our leaders to provide concrete support for its global implementation. Co-operation between managers and educators may hold the key to a successful future, and ensure that this initiative bears fruit happy, learned and balanced devotees, who can form the nucleus of an evolving brahminical and Krishna-conscious leadership. My heartfelt thanks to all those devotees who, over a period of five years, have helped so far in developing this essential aspect of ISKCONs work. Sesa das Adhikari 28th December 2000
The GBC Ministry of Education Executive Members (December 2000)
Sesa das (GBC Minister Alachua, USA) Braja Bihari das (Vrindavan, India) Laksmimoni dasi (Alachua, USA) Saunaka Rsi das (Belfast, Northern Ireland) 5

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
MEMBERS OF THE DEVELOPMENT TEAM
VTE Executive Anuttama das (IC Minister, Washington, USA Braja Bihari das(VIHE, Vrindavan, India) Saunaka Rsi das (N. Ireland, UK) Sita Rama das (MTE, UK) The Bhakti Sastri Writing Team Braja Bihari das (VIHE, Vrindavan, India) Narayani dasi (Vrindavan, India) Rasamandala das (VTE, Oxford, UK)

ACKNOWLEDGMENT AND THANKS TO

Assistant Writing Staff Abala dasi (Oxford, UK) Braja Sundari dasi (Vrindavana Gurukula) Mahamuni das (Philadelphia, USA) Rati Manjari dasi (Cape Town, South Africa) Tyaga Caitanya das (Malaysia) Visakha Priya dasi (Vrindavana, India) Consultants Bhakti Caitanya Swami (BCEC, South Africa) Gopiranadhara das (ISKCON Vrindavan, India) Lat Blaylock (CEM Professional Team, UK) Sefton Davies (Sefton Davies Associates, UK) Purnacandra das (USA) Sita and Edgar (The Learning Framework, UK) Reference Materials Bhurijana das (Surrender Unto Me) Gauri das (NOD Study Guide) Satsvarupa Goswami (Lecture tapes) Suresvara das (Bhagavad-gita Study Guide) Vraja Kishora das (NOD Study Guide) Trialling the Materials Bhaktin Aleksandra (Newcastle, UK) Gauranga Sundara das (ISKCON Leicester, UK) Janmastami dasa (MIHE, Mayapur) Kirtida dasa (Finland and UK) Prasanta dasi (Vrindavana, India) Sita Rama das (Bhaktivedanta Manor, UK) Urmila dasi (North Carolina, USA) Editing/Office Support Bhagavata dasi (Inisratha, N. Ireland) Brajajana das (USA) Manjari dasi (Mayapur, India) Diane Rollinson (the OCVHS, Oxford) Others who kindly helped Daoji (Vrindavana Gurukula) Isodyana dasi (Vrindavana, India) Kurmarupa das (Vrindavana, India) Prana das (Auckland, New Zealand)

WITH A VERY SPECIAL THANKS TO

Devaprastha das Giriraja Swami Harikesa das Bhakta Jitendra for helping to make this project possible by kindly offering their financial support Bhurijana das who started with Bhakti Sastri Course in Vrindavan, India The Oxford Centre for Vaishnava and Hindu Studies for their vision, support and encouragement.

Introduction

Welcome to the new VTE Bhakti Sastri Course and to your copy of the Students Handbook, which youll be using in conjunction with your Student Worksheets. These materials are to last the duration of the course, so please look after them, perhaps writing your name on the front. Quite naturally, youll supplement these two books with your own notes. The following recommendations may be helpful. This course has been structured about a set of clearly defined aims (as youll soon learn in the orientation lessons), and the following suggestions are based upon them. Consider keeping: (1) a personal journal (recording some of your innermost reflections). You could also include some mini-action-plans, as a way to implement what weve learned. (2) a compilation of Krsna conscious analogies (theres already a useful list from the Isopanisad on page 61) (3) a preaching portfolio, consisting of arguments against the various non-theistic philosophies and world-views. (4) an anthology of verses and scriptural passages that have special significance for you. (5) a list of ways in which people (including sometimes our devotees) misuse sastra (relating to our Aim of Academic Integrity)

More and more, ISKCON devotees recognise the need to not only appreciate our theology but to successfully apply it in our personal and public lives. This calls for the development of the corresponding skills and values and a deep assimilation of sastric knowledge. This new course has been designed with these purposes in mind, and with a corresponding emphasis on responsible and interactive learning. We therefore request you to not only learn from others but to actively contribute towards a dynamic learning process. The VTE wishes to constantly improve its services to education. If you have any suggestions as to how the course can be improved, and especially the student materials, then please do get in touch. Our details are on the inside of the front cover. Many thanks, and all best wishes for an exciting and rewarding course

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This Chapter offers you a brief overview of the entire course. Your tutor will provide further details regarding your schedule. It is important that you study the next two chapters, which explore the rationale behind sastric study and the purposes of the Course. Much of this material will also be covered in the opening, orientation lessons, prior to beginning study of the Bhagavad-gita.

Modules
The VTE Bhakti Sastri course is broken into four modules, as follows:

Module 1 Module 2 Module 3 Module 4

Bhagavad-gita, Chapters 19 Bhagavad-gita, Chapters 1018 Nectar of Devotion, Isopanisad, Nectar of Instruction Thematic Module, covering all four book

Some courses will offer a single module, whereas most will cover all four. With the full course, there are two main options, as follows: Option One Option Two 4 Module Course 3 Module Course Thematic lessons taught separately during Module 4, towards end of course Thematic lessons integrated into systematic lessons during Modules One to Three

In the latter case, the thematic lessons from Module Four are not neglected, but are integrated within the other three Modules. If you are not sure which of these courses you are sitting then please consult your tutor.

Materials
You should already have the following materials: The Student Handbook (this book) The Student Worksheet Book

Naturally you will also need an ample supply of pens and paper. Access to a computer is helpful, as we strongly recommend that you type coursework assignments.
Note; If you are interested in getting further materials then please ask your course teacher or contact the Bhaktivedanta Library Services in Radhadesh, Belgium (the main distributor for VTE publications.) 8

Number of Lessons
The following chart shows the total number of recommended lessons (1.5 hours each) for the entire course:

Lessons Orientation Module One Module Two Module Three Module Four Total 3 38 33 45 16 135

The orientation lessons are normally integrated into Module 1, giving a total of 41 lessons for this 1st module. If you are sitting the Three-Module Course, then the 16 thematic lessons from Module four will be integrated into the other 3 Modules.

Time Requirements
The recommended total time of study for the entire course is 450 hours. In addition to the 90 minutes within the classroom, students are expected to spend another one to oneand-a-half hours in self-study. The following chart shows the approximate time allocations.

Learning Exercise Lessons Regular Self-study Project Work (Assessment Papers 2 & 3) Exams (Assessment Paper 1) Total

Time spent (hours) 205 135 - 205 40 5 (4 x 1hr.) 410 480 hours

Students engaged in self-study or on distance learning courses will be expected to spend 2.5 to 3 hours on each lesson (i.e. the same in total as devotees sitting the regular VTE course.) The VTE recommends that a full time course lasts about four months. This entails a total of 26 hours of study per week. The shortest viable course is 3 months, which needs about 35 hours per week. Naturally the time you need to dedicate each week is inversely proportionate to the length of your particular course.

Formal Assessment
VTE Assessment for the Bhakti Sastri aims to combine the best of both local and central resources to ensure that cooperatively we meet the dual purposes of: i) ii) helping students to improve accurately certifying students throughout the world.

The following is an outline of the process.

1. Means of Assessment
Type of Assessment Closed Book Written Examination Written Project Work (Coursework)
Percentage of Marks

Corresponding Papers

33% 67%

Papers One Papers Two & Three

N.B.: Personal interviews may occasionally be used, in the case of a marginal pass or fail and/or to check the originality of a students work.

2. Issuing and Marking Papers

Papers are issued centrally (currently from the VTE in Oxford): Local Teachers will mark the Papers. These are sent to an external moderator who awards the final marks and grades.

3. Marks and Grades

Grade

Marks

Definition

A B C D E F G

85+ 75 - 74 65 - 74 55 - 64 50 - 54 45 - 49 - 44

Distinction/High-honours Commendation/Honours Average pass Less than average Marginal pass Marginal fail Fail

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5. The Assessment Papers The following chart shows the twelve papers youll need to complete. There are four exams of one hour each; the remaining eight papers consist of brief course-work assignments, which you will have plenty of time to complete outside of the classroom. Paper One Module One (Block One) Module Two (Block Two) Module Three (Block Three) Module Four (Block Four) Exam Exam Exam Exam Paper Two Coursework Coursework Coursework Coursework Paper Three Coursework Coursework Coursework Coursework

As shown above, each Assessment Block consists of 3 papers. They are as follows: Paper One Paper Two Paper Three Closed-book Exam (Knowledge) Coursework (Understanding and Application) Coursework (Values and Higher Skills

More details on assessment and sample papers are included in Chapter 3 of this book. Please note that students sitting the Three-module Course are still required to sit the fourth assessment block.

6. The Assessment Schedule Coursework Papers (One and Two) can be handed out (at the discretion of the teacher) at any time after the start of the corresponding module. The VTE recommends that they are circulated roughly half-way through each Module. At the very least students must have two weeks to complete these assignments. For more details, consult your course tutor. You will normally sit Paper One, the written exam, just after the end of each Module. If you are sitting a Three-module Course, then youll get the Fourth Block coursework papers during the third and final module, and sit the exam some time after its completion (and preferably a little time after the exam for Module Three.)

7. Certification All students on official courses will receive a VTE Certificate upon the successful completion of all Four Assessment Blocks. All students will also receive a detailed breakdown of their achievements, highlighting their specific strengths and challenges. Students sitting a single module will be accredited for it, and receive detailed results, but must complete the other modules before receiving their official certificate.

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Chapter Two A Framework for Sastric Study

Introduction
Learning and teaching sastra is arguably the most important aspect of a Krishna conscious education. Srila Prabhupadas books form the foundation for ISKCONs activities and devotees hold them in the highest esteem. Superficially at least, it appears that this admiration has often detracted devotees from considering exactly how we study and teach such sacred literature. In educational terms, validity of content hardly legitimises the entire learning process. We are not, therefore, underestimating Srila Prabhupadas books when we say that there must also be an appropriate educational discipline. Of course, the basis for such already exists, but it remains to be codified and systematically transmitted, Without this, even the teaching of scripture remains largely ineffective. The VTE has therefore attempted to construct a framework for scriptural study. We have done this not by rigidly defining practice (which very often stifles individual initiative) but by identifying universal values and principles that can inform an evolving methodology. This then serves as the basis for good classroom practice. By these standards, VTE Bhakti Sastri teachers are trained and accredited to deliver the course, In this chapter we touch on this methodology, which embodies what we have termed an aims-driven approach. On this basis, and with wide consultation, we have painstakingly developed our Twelve Aims of Sastric Study. One of these aims is to help students develop healthy and responsible study habits. To this end, we hold that it is not enough for teachers to know where they going, but they must make the aims and objectives of any course clear to the student. This is often termed transparency. This, coupled with clearlyarticulated spiritual standards, helps to suitably motivate students. We therefore request that you become actively involved with the learning process and take some time to understand and assimilate our Twelve Aims. We anticipate your welcoming the significant emphasis given here to the practical application of knowledge and the systematic development of Vaisnava values.

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What is Sastric Study?

By the term sastric study we refer to the study of the Vedic scriptures (sastra), and specifically the books of His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Srila Prabhupada. The importance of Srila Prabhupadas books is encapsulated in the following excerpts from ISKCON Law:

Srila Prabhupada, the Founder-Acarya of ISKCON

Definition
To fulfill the previous acaryas desire for a united worldwide preaching organisation to expand Sri Caitanya Mahaprabhus mission, Srila Prabhupada founded the International Society for Krishna Consciousness as a distinct branch of the Brahma-Madhva-GaudiyaVaisnava sampradaya. Therefore he is the Founder-Acarya of ISKCON. His Divine Grace A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada is the Founder-Acarya of ISKCON. This means that he is ISKCONs link with the Brahma-Madhva-Gaudiya-Vaisnava-sampradaya, that his writings, oral teachings and exemplary actions remain the permanent and irreplaceable basis for all subsequent teachings of ISKCON. He is and will remain always the instructing spiritual master of all devotees in ISKCON. (Law Revision committee 9.6.90).

Principles
1) Srila Prabhupada is the foundational siksa-guru for all ISKCON devotees because he has realised and presented the teachings of the previous acaryas of the Brahma-Madhva-Gaudiya-Vaisnavasampradaya appropriately for the modern age. 2) Srila Prabhupadas instructions are the essential teachings for every ISKCON devotee. 3) Srila Prabhupadas books are the embodiment of his teachings and should be accepted as the standard by all future generations of ISKCON.

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The Four Sastric Degrees

Srila Prabhupada himself presented an outline for the study of scripture, as demonstrated by the following excerpt from one of his letters:

Bombay 10 January, 1976

My Dear Svarupa Damodara, Please accept my blessings. I beg to thank you for your letter dated December 26th, 1975, and I have noted the contents carefully. Your plan to have the Bhaktivedanta Summer Institute in one of our farms is a very good idea. . . . . . . . brahmana means pandita. Therefore I am suggesting examinations. Bhakti-sastri - (for all brahmanas) based on Bhagavad-gita, Sri Isopanisad, Nectar of Devotion, Nectar of Instruction, and all the small paper backs. Bhakti-vaibhava - the above plus first six cantos of S.B. Bhaktivedanta - the above plus cantos 7-12 S.B. Bhakti-sarvabhauma - the above plus Caitanyacaritamrta. These titles can correspond to entrance, B.A., M.A., Ph.D. So just consider how to organize this Institute. At Mayapur we shall finalize everything. Hoping this meets you well. Your ever well-wisher, A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami ACBS/tkg

There are several other references Srila Prabhupada made to these degrees, with some variations. For this and other reasons, ISKCON devotes will hold different opinions as to what should be the exact nature of the four courses. The VTE respects the fact that other devotees may hold differing views. It intends and hopes that this course will be recognised by the ISKCON Ministry of Education*, but also hopes that other devotee educational institutes write their own ISKCON-approved courses.
The broad framework for the Four Degrees, largely based on this letter, is shown on the next page

*As of the date of publication (January, 2001) of this first edition, we are still awaiting approval

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Overview of the Four VTE Courses

On the basis of Srila Prabhupadas letter, the VTE has proposed: A. Four consecutive courses, focusing on the books shown in the table below:

1. Bhakti Sastri Bhagavad-gita Nectar of Devotion Sri Isopanisad Nectar of Devotion 3. Bhaktivedanta The second six cantos of the Srimad Bhagavatam

2. Bhakti-vaibhava The first six cantos of the Srimad Bhagavatam

4. Bhakti-sarvabhauma The entire text of the Caitanya-caritamrta

B.

The above four courses are nested. In other words, for any degree, the specific materials for previous degrees are also studied. For example, Bhagavad-gita is studied throughout all four courses. This suggests that from Bhakti Vaibhava onwards it will be studied in relation to the other relevant books and at progressively higher levels.

C.

The Bhakti Sastri will be the equivalent of a university entry course. (e.g. in the UK, the two-year A level). This will determine the level and length of this course, and subsequent courses will be similarly based on Srila Prabhupadas instructions.

D.

The Bhakti Sastri Course (and final assessment) should be completed at about the same time a devotee is ready for second (brahmana) initiation. The VTE has ascertained that this usually occurs when a candidate has been seriously practising Krishna Consciousness for three years (though this figure appears to be progressively increasing!). Since the longest recommended term of part-time study is two years, this suggests that devotees should have been seriously practising Krishna Consciousness for at least one year (or the equivalent of living in the temple for one year). These requirements should have been made clear to devotees before enrollment. If you now feel that you are insufficiently experienced, then do consult your course tutor.

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The Overall Purposes of Systematic astric Study

We have already touched on Clarity of Purpose, and three other principles expressing the broad aims of a Krishna Conscious education (pages 14-15). In following these principles, the VTE has developed an Aims-driven approach towards education.

Srila Prabhupada: If you have no goal, it is simply useless. There is the example: A man without any purpose is like a ship without a rudder. An airplane normally goes with an aim to land in some country. But if he flies on without any known destination, then there will be disaster. So without an aim, what is the use of practice?

The following is the VTEs over-arching purpose in promoting the systematic study of Srila Prabhupadas books:

The Overall Purpose of Systematic astric Study

To nurture the evolution of a brahminical, Krishna-conscious leadership, whose members are expert in the study and assimilation of astric knowledge and are proficient in its application - in their own lives, in helping others, and in perpetuating the mission of Srila Prabhupada.

The educational Aims, to be fulfilled through the teaching process, are listed on the next page. You may wish to compare them with the overall purpose written above.

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Please note: 1) The VTE has established that their $astric courses themselves are equipping students only with those skills absolutely essential to $astric study. The Bhakti Sastri course is not, for example, a general preaching course, though it is an essential part of any preacher training programme. The VTE highly recommends students to sit complementary courses (for example, the VIHE Course, Clear Thinking and Strong Speaking). the quote above is the precis of a passage from a conversation with Prithu Putra Prabhu. It has been edited for clarity.

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The Twelve Aims of Systematic Sastric Study

The following Aims apply to all four VTE Sastric degrees, starting with Bhakti Sastri. These Aims are weighted differently for each of the four main courses (please refer to page 36 for more details) 1. To help students memorise and recall the (theoretical) knowledge which forms the foundation of their ongoing progress in Krishna Consciousness To deepen students understanding of the Krishna consciousness theology, particularly through studying it from a wide range of perspectives and through developing thoughtfulness and introspection To help students apply the Krishna Consciousness theology, with reference to: (a) their external practices (b) their inner development and to help them develop appropriate Vaishnava qualities and behaviour To enhance devotees desire and ability to preach effectively. To help build and maintain students faith and conviction in: (a) the process of Krishna consciousness (b) the sastra as its foundation To simultaneously cultivate within devotees: (a) wholehearted acceptance of the spiritual authority of shastra (b) a mood of open and honest inquiry and a desire to factually understand and realise the import of Vedic knowledge To help create learned Vaishnava theologians who are expert in assisting the Society through application of sastric knowledge to a wide range of personal, social, moral, topical and theological issues To develop students analytical, interpretative and evaluative skills, particularly in respect of the practical application of sastric knowledge To facilitate devotees in: (a) understanding and appreciating the mood and mission of Srila Prabhupada (b) perpetuating that understanding within the Society and its members To ensure that devotes develop moral and academic integrity in the interpretation, evaluation and application of sastric knowledge To encourage students to take responsibility for their learning and develop healthy study habits by: (a) enhancing their desire to study Srila Prabhupadas books (particularly by nurturing their appreciation of shastra and sastric study, and by demonstrating sastras relevance to everyday life) (b) equipping them with the appropriate learning skills 12. To equip students with the ability to see through the eyes of shastra, and with a Krishna conscious worldview. Ultimately, to assist the students in realising scripture, and in seeing Krishna, at all times and in all places.

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The Aims of Sastric Study in a Nutshell

Each Aim for sastric study is expressed in a few words as follows. Each of these Twelve Aims has its corresponding Objectives. It is essential that students also understand these 12 categories by referring as needed to the Aims, on the previous page, and, if possible, the corresponding Objectives on pages 28-30) Each Aim is also denoted by a two or three letter code, as shown below and used in the Homework Questions. Students should try to memorise these codes.

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Making Sense of Our Twelve Aims

Our Twelve Aims are quite complex, and need some effort to remember and assimilate. Nonetheless, it is difficult to reduce the number without blurring our clarity of vision. Here we attempt to put them is some form. Please note that is not absolutely essential that students study this and the next two pages, but we do strongly recommend it. As in all education, our Aims can be divided between three broad learning domains, namely 1. Knowledge 2. Skills 3. Values (cognition) (action, or application of knowledge) (the self the knower and the doer)

How the Twelve Aims are categorised is shown below:

Knowledge
Knowledge (Memory & Recall) Understanding

Skills
Personal Application Preaching Application Theological Application

Values and Attitudes

Faith and Conviction Mood & Mission

Authority Academic & Moral Integrity Responsibility for Learning

Realisation

Evaluation

Notes: 1. Students might find it a useful exercise to relate these Aims to our Overall Purposes of Sastric Study (page 16) and to see how each part of the statement correlates to the above categories. 2. The three Aims under skills can be categorised under two broad groups, with which devotees are usually familiar, namely: Sadhana (personal application) Preaching (preaching and theological application)

In one sense, we could consider that all our Aims fall under these two main categories. In other words, all learning is meant for application in the real world (i.e. outside the learning environment itself). Learning is not merely n academic process. This application of knowledge has two broad divisions. What we explore on the next few pages is the relevance of these Aims, i.e. how they meet the needs of ISKCON and its members. We will attempt to achieve this by crossreferring the Knowledge and Values Aims to both Personal Application and to Preaching Application.

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The Relevance of Our Knowledge and Value Aims

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PERSONAL APPLICATION Remembrance of slokas for personal use, especially in times of crisis/decision. Celibacy essential. Questioning our own perception and understanding of the truth (in preference to questioning the validity of sastra itself)

PREACHING & THEOLOGICAL APPLICATION Can recall slokas and references for teaching, speaking, etc. Preaching is then suitably authoritative The ability to respond thoughtfully to discerning people.

KNOWLEDGE

KNOWLEDGE

UNDERSTANDING

REALISATION (SASTRA CAKSUS)

The ability to see Krishna and factually realise all the imports of Vedic knowledge

The ability to present Krishna Consciousness just suitable to the audience, speaking from experience and the heart Clear and balanced sense of mission, as member of ISKCON. Can constructively address internal theological issues. The honest application of scripture, avoiding selfmotivation and distortion. Societys representatives have credibility Avoidance of fanaticism and speculation/compromise; thoughtful acceptance of authority will help promote Krishna Consciousness Ability to give advice/counsel etc. that is actually relevant & practically useful to society Enables students to become respectable and learned theologians and to develop a brahminical leadership Teaching and preaching will carry real weight without being overbearing

MOOD & MISSION

Clear sense of personal identity and purpose (in relationship to Society and its broader traditions)

ACADEMIC & MORAL INTEGRITY

Personal honesty required, as basis of brahminical qualities. Real knowledge requires purity, honest self-examination, etc. Promotes the appropriate attitude towards authority, avoiding both a challenging attitude and blind acceptance. Ability to make appropriate choices in personal life

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RESPONSIBILITY FOR LEARNING

Promotes personal responsibility and self-reliance. Helps students develop a taste for study Essential for addressing the inner life (so easy to neglect) and for sustaining our own spiritual development

FAITH & CONVICTION

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Ourselves Expectations of the Course

Use the box below to write down what you expect from the course (in terms of what you hope to achieve, rather that regarding the teaching style). Consider what youd like to be able to do at the end of the course (something that you cant do now or would like to do better). Jot down a few notes.

My Expectations

Now consider how your responses above relate to our Aims. Perhaps compare your responses to the remarks in the table on the previous page, and use the space below to make a few notes. Ask such questions as, Are there some I have given great emphasis to? Are there some not relevant to me? Do I have any aims not included in the list?

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Chapter Three THE Bhakti Shastri Course

You have already read the first chapter giving you a concise overview of the course. Here well go into more details within three broad categories, namely, (1) Aims, (2) Objectives, and (3) Assessment

The Aims of the Course

The Aims of the Bhakti Sastri Course correspond to the Twelve Aims of Sastric Study (page 17). However, for each of the four successive awards, different degrees of priority are awarded to each Aim. For example, at Bhakti Sastri level, Knowledge is considered important (covering 33% of the total assessment), whereas Evaluation is given a relatively low priority (accounting for only 4%). This does not mean that delivering the Aim of Evaluation is unimportant at this level. It is essential to consider the future and to plant some seeds, but relatively less time will be spent on this particular Aim. The various weights given to each Aim are reflected in the Formal Assessment Procedures, where (as we hinted above) each Aim is awarded a specific percentage of the total marks, For formal assessment purposes at this Bhakti Sastri level, some of our Aims are clustered together to form Nine Assessment Groups (NAGs). All questions for both Examinations and Project Work (coursework) will fall under one of these NAGs. Each of our NAGs fall under one of three categories (Attainment Targets), which directly relate to our three papers, as follows: Paper One Paper Two Paper Three Knowledge Understanding and Application Values and Higher Skill Attainment Target 1 Attainment Target 2 Attainment Target 3

Do note that Responsibility for Learning is not to be formally assessed at this stage. The mood and style of the teacher, coupled with more progressive assessment procedures (e.g. coursework), should ensure that this Aim is fulfilled. The Nine Assessment Groups are listed overleaf. Also shown are: 1) the priority given to each Aim in terms of a percentage of marks 2) the corresponding Attainment Target and Paper

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The Nine Assessment Groups

AT1 Paper 1

Knowledge (Memory and Recall)

33%

Understanding AT2 Paper 2 Personal Application (+ Faith and Conviction) Preaching Application (+ Theological Application)

15% 10% 10%

Mood and Mission Academic Integrity AT3 Paper 3 Authority Sastra Caksus Evaluation

8% 7% 7% 6% 4%

Note: 1) 2) The Aim of Faith and Conviction is at this stage included under Personal Application and any question will fall under this Assessment Group. Theological Application is given only elementary treatment at this stage and questions will be included under Preaching Application (the two go together quite naturally, as weve already discussed) For Modules 13, all NAGs are assessed except for Evaluation. For Module Four, all NAG's are assessed except for Sastra Caksus. The previous two points are demonstrated in our sample Assessment Papers, shown on pages 32 37 Aims are of little use unless we translate them into Objectives. These tell us clearly what students are expected to do (i.e. the behaviour that indicates we are fulfilling our educational Aims). We advise students to regularly review this list (shown on the next page)

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Bhakti Sastri Objectives

For each of our Aims we have identified corresponding Objectives which are specific to the Bhakti Sastri Course (for subsequent courses they will be similar but will include others at higher levels) . Students can study these to know exactly what they should be able to do that shows that we are meeting our Aims. In other words, what is required of them in completing the corresponding Assessment Papers. Please note that they are listed here not according to our Nine Assessment Groups, but consistent with the original list of twelve aims on page 17. In this way you can more easily cross-refer. 1. Knowledge (Memory and Recall) students should be able to: Recall and repeat important verses, facts, concepts, analogies, philosophical points etc. according to: i) their location within scripture ii) their relevance to specific subjects or themes

2. Understanding students should be able to: Explain the content of scripture in their own words. Relate contents of scripture to their own experience. Relate and compare between the various books, chapters, etc., key concepts, philosophical points, slokas, stories, analogies, etc. Explain the implications of any concept/principle, or its application Explain by using scripture the causes of various phenomena. Synthesise various nuances of understanding, and draw well-balanced conclusions. Analyse/explain/resolve apparent contradictions, Present answers logically and systematically.

3. Personal application students should be able to: Select material that is relevant to their personal lives and the situations they meet. Explain how the content of scripture applies to their own lives. Use scripture to identify their own level of spiritual understanding, and subsequently to select material that is relevant to them. Identify room for personal improvement based on scripture. Demonstrate a willingness to change his/her opinion/outlook/behaviour on the basis of scripture (and to avoid using scripture to reinforce existing values and worldviews). Take into consideration a number of relevant verses. Identify and express doubts. Express appropriate Vaishnava values.

4. Preaching Application students should be able to: Select scriptural references appropriate to the topic. Express sastric understanding in their own words. Present points suitable to the audience/situation, making the topic accessible and preempting the audiences doubts. Remain faithful to sastric conclusions. Present sound logical arguments. Demonstrates the values worthy of a preacher/minister (compassion, tact, etc.). Demonstrate academic integrity (see Objective 10).

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5. Faith & Conviction students should be able to: Demonstrate faith in sastra. Describe how the practices and principles included in scripture work for them (and not simply everyone else). Reasonably explain why they are convinced. Demonstrate thoughtfulness and consideration in their approach towards scripture. Demonstrate understanding and realisation of sastra. Honestly express doubts, even of elementary facts and concepts. Express their faith/conviction/realisation in their own words.

6. Authority students should be able to: Demonstrate acceptance of the authority of scripture. Explain with reason and logic the need to accept Vedic authority. Explain why they personally accept Vedic authority. Explain, with reference to scripture, the need for a mood of open and honest inquiry. Reasonably express their doubts about scriptural statements, and explain how they deal with them. Appropriately deal with apparently contradictory or ambivalent statements, or those that appear to contradict commonsense, modern science, etc. Examine and explore the content of scripture from a wide range of perspectives.

7. Theological Application students should be able to: Select references appropriate to a range of moral, social, topical, personal or theological issues. Demonstrate how the Krishna Conscious theology, often expressed in terms of the Vedic social context, is relevant today and in a different cultural setting. Identify the principles and values behind Vedic and Vaishnava injunctions, and (other) context-relevant instructions and apply them according to time, place and circumstance, and specifically within the contemporary context. Present Krishna Conscious principles, values and conclusions in a way that is accessible to the intended audience Demonstrate an understanding of topic, particularly through an ability to express in their own words Present sound logical arguments Demonstrate the values worthy of a preacher/minister (compassion, tact, integrity, etc.).

8. Evaluation students should be able to: Determine the merits and/or de-merits of any action or response to a particular situation. Demonstrate awareness of the need to consider the consequences of any action. Identify appropriate/relevant scriptural references. Consider apparently conflicting references and to still draw a conclusion (preferably) consistent with both. Identify the principles behind Vedic and Vaishnava injunctions and ascertain any order of priority. Draw on a wide range of principles in order to determine an appropriate response to any given situation. Examine a situation and/or response to that situation from a wide range of perspectives. Demonstrate values consistent with devotional life and as endorsed by scripture.

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9. Mood and Mission students should be able to: Explain how a verse/purport/statement relates to and/or reflects Srila Prabhupadas mood and mission. Explain how Srila Prabhupadas translations and purports give insight into his mission and that of ISKCON. Evaluate Srila Prabhupadas conduct and his attitude towards practice (rules and regulations etc.) in the light of traditional Gaudiya Vaishnava theology. Identify the main principles upon which Srila Prabhupada mission is built and relate these to corresponding scriptural references. Apply scripture to compare and contrast attitudes and behaviour worthy of members of ISKCON with those which are inappropriate. Identify how Srila Prabhupadas personal qualities (as exhibited through his mood and mission) relate to scripture. Determine the role that Srila Prabhupadas books play in furthering his mission, and in the lives of his followers.

10. Academic Integrity students should be able to: Recognise and identify use of scripture which demonstrates a lack of academic integrity (according to the common mistakes we have identified (please refer to page 95). List and explain the common ways of misusing scripture. Exercise academic integrity in the use/application of scripture. Differentiate between the different categories of scriptural content.

11. Responsibility for Learning students should be able to: Demonstrate heart-felt appreciation of: - Scriptural verses/passages - Scriptural study (especially with devotees) - The relevance of scripture to his/her personal life - The contribution that the Lord, the Parampara, Srila Prabhupada and ISKCON have made towards their lives through scripture Enthusiastically relate the contents of scripture to their personal lives Demonstrate an ability to study by themselves, and to initiate taking guidance from, or learning with, others when needed Apply the skills modelled by the facilitator, and demonstrate initiative in developing their own study methods.

12. Sastra Caksus/Realisation students should be able to: Recall and apply verses appropriate to situations in which they find themselves. Identify KC verses, stories, etc., related to the things of the world. Demonstrate the correct Vaishnava attitudes and perspectives towards situations. Demonstrate appreciation of how Krishna is working in and through the world. Appreciate the imminence of Krishna how he is present with us in the world. Identify Krishna Conscious truths, principles, values etc. in other philosophies/theologies, and in other aspects of human culture (e.g. literature). Identify the Krishna Conscious truths, principles, values, etc. they perceive in the natural world. Explain their own realisation of sastra, relating it to their own experience and demonstrating integrity of thought, word, feeling and action.

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Overview of All Papers

The following charts give an overview of each paper. The first relates to the first three Modules (systematic lessons) and the lower chart to Module Four (thematic lessons). On subesquent pages are listed sample Assessment Papers, in thIs case from Module 3. If you would like to see samples for Module Four (which is somewhat different) then plase ask you course tutor for copies (included in Section 8 of his or her Syllabus).

Modules 1-3 (Systematic)

Paper 1 (One hour) 12 questions (out of 12) 4 x slokas (5 mins) 8 x others (5 mins) Paper 2 (1,000 words) 4 questions (out of 8) 2 x 200 words 1 x 300 words 1 x 300 words Paper 3 (1,000 words) 4 questions (out of 8) 1 x 250 words 1 x 250 words 1 x 250 words 1 x 250 words (Understanding & Application) (Understanding) (Personal Application) (Preaching Application) (Values and Higher Skills) Mood and Mission Academic Integrity Authority Sastra Caksus (Knowledge - Memory & Recall)

Module 4 (Thematic)
Paper 1 (One hour) 12 questions (out of 12) 4 x slokas (5 mins) 8 x others (5 mins) Paper 2 (1,000 words) 3 questions (out of 6) 1 x 400 words 1 x 300 words 1 x 300 words Paper 3 (1,000 words) 3 questions (out of 6) 1 x 250 words 1 x 250 words 1 x 500 words (Understanding & Application) (Understanding) (Personal Application) (Preaching Application) (Values and Higher Skills) Mood and Mission Academic Integrity + Authority Evaluation (Knowledge - Memory & Recall)

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Module Three Assessment Paper One (Written Examination 1 Hour)
Knowledge (Memory and Recall)
Note to the Local Teacher: Students should complete this paper without consulting books, notes or other people. At your discretion, ESL Students may be given more time, up to an extra 30 minutes. Before the exam starts, students have 5 minutes to read the paper, during which they cannot write, or talk to others (except to the supervisor for clarification on any points)

To the student: Please write your answers legibly in black or blue ink. Untidy or illegible papers may be returned unmarked. Clearly number all your answers. Please answer all the following twelve questions. Each should take about five minutes. For sloka questions, the English does not have to be precisely word-for-word as in Srila Prabhupadas books. Diacritical marks are not required for Sanskrit text. For other questions, concise answers of no more than 60 words (and often less) are usually sufficient for obtaining full-marks. Do not supply overly-long answers, and specifically not more than any stated maximum.

Nectar of Devotion Questions

1. What is Srila Rupa Goswamis definition, in Sanskrit and English, of pure devotional service? 2. Write out, in Sanskrit and English Bhakti Rasamrta Sindhus verse 1.2.234, beginning with atah sri Krsna namadi 3. What are the six characteristics of pure devotional service? Give a brief sentence describing each one. In what stages of bhakti do each of them manifest? 4. a) What is the definition of sadhana-bhakti? b) What are the two divisions within sadhana-bhakti? c) What is the impetus to engage in each of these two types of sadhana- bhakti? 5. a) Name, in Sanskrit and English, the first principle in the discharge of devotional service b) Why does Srila Rupa Goswami mention this item first? c) List the five most potent items of devotional service. d) Devotional activities may be divided into two categories. What are they? 6. List, in brief sentences, five reliable symptoms of one at the level of bhava-bhakti.

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Sri Isopanisad Questions

7. Write out the Sanskrit and the English translation of the invocation to Sri Isopanisad, beginning with om purnam. 8. a) What is the English translation of atma-ha? b) Explain what an atma-ha is. c) Describe the 3 different types of atma-ha or ignorant people mentioned in Srila Prabhupadas purport to verse 9. d) What are the destinations of the atma-ha? 9. a) What is the Sanskrit word for the Lord in His function as the maintainer? b) Explain Jiva Goswamis definition of Bhagavan as given in Srila Prabhupadas purport to mantra 16. c) What four things are maintained by Bhagavan, or dependent on Him?

Nectar of Instruction Questions

10. Write out the Sanskrit and the English translation of Text 1 of the Nectar of Instruction, beginning with vaco vegam. 11. Explain the process of overcoming any five of the six urges, as Srila Prabhupada explains in his purports 12. Answer the following questions with reference to the purport to Text 10: a) Why are karmis considered to be madmen? b) Why are jnanis better than karmis? c) What is the limitation of the jnani?

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Module Three Assessment Paper Two (Coursework Assignments)
Understanding and Application
Notes to the Local Teacher: This paper is to be completed within a specified time, at your discretion. These assignments can be handed out to students at any stage during the Module One Course and student papers will naturally be handed in after the course is completed. Students should be given two weeks at the very least to complete this paper. Students are free to consult you and other devotees/students about these assignments.

Notes to the student: Please write your answers legibly in black or blue ink. Untidy or illegible papers may be returned unmarked. We recommend that wherever possible you type your answers. Do not supply answers longer than any stated maximum. Otherwise, marks may be deducted. You are allowed to consult your tutor and other devotees about these assignments, but do ensure that any wok you submit is original. Please answer two questions from Section One and one question from each of Sections Two and Three, i.e. four questions in total. Clearly number your answers.

Section One (Understanding)

Please answer two questions. Concise and accurate answers of about 200 words will be sufficient. Do not write more than 300 words.

1. In your own words explain the gradual development of bhakti from sraddha to prema. Briefly explain how one gets sraddha. Accurately assess what stage you are at currently. Give reasons for your answers. 2. Write a 100 word overview on how controlling the mind and senses as mentioned in Text one of the Nectar of Instruction could be connected to bathing in Radha-kunda as mentioned in Text Eleven of the Nectar of Instruction. 3. Explain in your own words what should be the mentality and attitude of a devotee at the time of death with reference to verses 15 to 18 of Sri Isopanisad.
4. Explain with reference to Sri Isopanisad what Srila Prabhupada means by

universities are centres of nescience, as well as the corresponding analogy (regarding the advancement of learning by a godless people). Use your own words and, if possible, concisely draw on your own experience to convey your understanding. Mantra 11 may appear be somewhat contradictory in that it appears to support the study of nescience. Resolve and explain this apparent inconsistency.

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Section Two (Personal Application)

Please answer one question. Concise and accurate answers of about 300 words will be sufficient, unless otherwise stated. Do not submit more than 450 words.

5. In Bhagavad-gita (18.66) Krishna instructs us: Abandon all varieties of religion and surrender unto me. I shall deliver you from all sinful reactions. Do not fear. Do you think that you personally should expect further hardship and suffering, or will life now be a bed of roses? Briefly explain the reasons behind your answer. Assess your current/recent responses to suffering (in terms of attitude and/or behaviour) and compare them to what is written in the Nectar of Devotion (and possibly other scripture) Drawing inspiration from The Nectar of Devotion, explain how you might more constructively respond to suffering in your life.

6. Assess your own position regarding the 6 items unfavourable to Krishna consciousness, both in terms of attitude and conduct. Now write a concise plan on how you propose to practically improve. Your plan should be realistic.

Section Three (Preaching/Theological Application)

Please answer one question. Concise and accurate answers of about 300 words will be sufficient, unless otherwise stated. Do not submit more than 450 words.

7. A young university student approaches you after her first visit to the temple, saying, I like you Hare Krishnas as people, but I think theres something a bit hypocritical about the way you live. I mean, on the one hand you talk about being so spiritual, and giving up material attachments, but on the other hand I see you have cars, video machines, computers, and so many other material conveniences. Drawing from what you have understood from your study of The Nectar of Devotion, please respond to her, citing sastric verses or passages (you can include one or two from other Bhakti Sastri books besides the NOD) 8. Write a short article of about 300 words (and no more than 450) for a magazine called Alternative Lifestyles. The article is entitled Wealth and Poverty, and should be based on the Isopanisad. Try to accurately represent the Vaishnava siddhanta, presenting a balanced understanding that will be relevant and accessible to the readers.

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Module Three Assessment Paper Three (Coursework Assignments)
Higher Skills and Values

Notes to the Local Teacher: This paper is to be completed within a specified time, at your discretion. These assignments can be handed out to students at any stage during the Module One Course and student papers will naturally be handed in after the course is completed. Students should be given two weeks at the very least to complete this paper. Students are free to consult you and other devotees/students about these assignments.

Notes to the student: Please write your answers legibly in black or blue ink. Untidy or illegible papers may be returned unmarked. We recommend that wherever possible you type your answers. Do not supply answers longer than any stated maximum. Otherwise, marks may be deducted. You are allowed to consult your tutor and other devotees about these assignments, but do ensure that any wok you submit is original. Please answer one question from each of the four Sections. Concise and accurate answers of about 250 words will be sufficient. Do not write more than 400 words at the very most.

Section One (Mood and Mission)

(Answer either #1 or #2, but not both, and clearly number your answer) 1.

Choose one verse (or part of a verse) or passage from our three books (NOD, ISO, and NOI) that you feel reflects Srila Prabhupadas Mood and Mission. Explain why you feel this way. Also explain how Srila Prabhupadas and/or ISKCONs practices vary from those of other Vedic (Hindu) traditions based on this reference.

2.

Explain one Vaishnava (or pseudo-Vaishnava) practice you have seen or heard about which you feel may be appropriate for some devotees but is not really consistent with Srila Prabhupadas mood and mission. If possible, cite at least one verse or passage from Srila Prabhupadas books to support your case. (Note: This practice could be happening inside or outside of ISKCON.)

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Section Two (Academic Integrity)

(Answer either #3 or #4, but not both, and clearly number your answer.) 3.

Explain why it is important that devotees demonstrate academic integrity (note: do not here refer to Moral Integrity). In your answer, include (if possible) reference to two consequences of not demonstrating academic integrity. One of these consequences should be connected to your own spiritual life and the other to your outreach/preaching activities.

4. Cite one example (real or imaginary) of how the yukta-vairagya principle could be misused. Where possible, draw on other references from our three books (NOD ISO, and NOI) to show how this interpretation/application of yukta-vairagya is wrong.

Section Three (Sastra Caksus)

(Answer either #5 or #6, but not both, and clearly number your answer)

5. Cite one verse (or part of a verse) or passage from our three books about which you have some personal realisation. Please explain, citing something from your own experience that has helped you appreciate and/or apply this verse/passage. 6. Los Angeles News, 2 p.m. A car crash on the ring road highway just killed 20 persons and injured 50. Within 10 minutes all bodies were taken away in a helicopter, and within 20 minutes all vehicles were towed away. A special truck washed away the pool of red blood within 30 minutes. Thanks to this advanced technology and the efficiency of our governmental agencies people driving by have been spared the horrible sight of this multi-vehicle crash. How would you view this incident through the eyes of Sri Isopanisad?

Section Four (Authority)

(Answer either #7 or #8, but not both, and clearly number your answer.)

7. One guest at a Sunday lecture program asks you, You Hare Krishna devotees have to accept the authority of the Vedas. Doesnt this necessarily make you thoughtless? Please respond by keeping in mind our aim of Authority. 8. Explain the difference between a) mental speculation and b) philosophical speculation (as Srila Prabhupada defines them). How does this relate to our aim entitled Authority?

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This section is useful in a number of ways: it provides us with a summary of each lesson (though for logistical reasons the verses are sometimes categorised differently than in our lessons) it gives us a framework by which to co-ordinate our understanding, and to draw links between different verses/passages within the same or different books. it presents us with a broader perspective on each book and helps us to see the big picture(we often get tied up in the details) it helps us to undertand the flow of the book e.g. how Krishna develops His arguments in teaching Arjuna. Our Vaisnava books were written with spirtual education in mind and although not, say, chronologicaly presented, there is a very logical order. especially for the Gita, this section can help us in writing chapter summaries

Experienced Bhakti Sastri teachers often recommend students to learn these overviews/breakdowns (though they are not explicitly assessed according to out current criteria.)

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Modules One and Two Outline, Structure and Content of the Bhagavad-gita
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Five basic truths are explained in the Gita, namely:
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(3) PRAKRITI material nature. (4) KALA time, the duration of existence of the complete manifestation of material nature. activity (more specifically, material activity)

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The Sri Isopanisad can be divided onto six broad divisions, as shown below:

1. Introduction The Importance of Vedic knowledge In the introduction, Srila Prabhupada establishes the definition of Veda, and the need to take guidance from the Vedas. Sri Isopanisad is directly Vedic literature, being part of the sruti.

2. Invocation to Mantra Three The perfect relationship between the Lord, the living entities and His creation The Invocation The Invocation describes the objective of the book: the Absolute Truth, the Personality of Godhead. By repeated recognition of His various types of completeness, the Isopanisad establishes the supreme position of the Personality of Godhead. Mantra 1 The Invocation explained that the Personality of Godhead is perfectly complete, as are His energies. Srila Prabhupada comments that, all forms of incompleteness are due to incomplete knowledge of the Complete Whole. Mantra 1 describes how the living entities can again regain their sense of completeness by acting in relationship with .psmD. This action is called isavasya consciousness. Mantra 2 Mantra 2 explains the benefit of working in the isavasya conception: one becomes free from karmic reaction and acts on the liberated platform. Such activities are the only method for freedom. Mantra 3 Mantra 3 explains the fate of those who fail to recognise the Lords proprietorship and therefore act in a vikarmic way.

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3. Mantras 48 The inconceivable Lord can only be known by the maha-bhagavata Mantra 4 Mantra 4 explains why such people are unable to understand the Lords position: He is beyond material calculations and is thus known only when he reveals Himself to the sincere. Mantra 5 Mantra 5 continues this discussion describing that the Lord has inconceivable potencies which render Him unknowable to those whom He does not favour. Mantra 6 Mantra 6 describes the vision of one who can see .psmD everywhere, the maha-bhagavata. Mantra 7 Mantra 7 continues describing the consciousness of the maha-bhagavata, which was introduced Mantra 6. Mantra 8 Mantra 8 describes some qualities of the Lord as he is known by the maha-bhagavata described in mantras 6 and 7.

4. Mantras 911 Comparing the cultivation of knowledge and nescience Mantra 9 The previous three mantras have described the maha-bhagavata, and his vision of .psmD. Mantra 9 discusses two kinds of people who lack knowledge of .psmD: those who are simply ignorant and those who are followers of material scholarship, thinking it the end-all of knowledge. Both kinds of people disregard the Lords proprietorship and consequently are degraded into the darkest regions of ignorance. Mantra 10 Mantra 9 described the results of cultivating ignorance and false knowledge. Mantra 10 explains that true knowledge brings a different result than either of these. It also emphasises the need to take guidance from a dhira in the act of discriminating between real and illusory knowledge. Mantra 11 The previous two mantras have explained that ignorance and false knowledge bind one and are in contrast to true knowledge. Mantra 11 describes how one must know the relative positions of material and spiritual knowledge to transcend the material energy and attain deathlessness.

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5. Mantras 1214 Comparing worship of the Absolute to worship of the relative. Mantra 12 Just as verses 911 compared knowledge and nescience, and the respective destinations for the followers of each, verses 1214 explain the worship of the relative and the Absolute. Just as cultivation of the wrong knowledge can be binding, so too can improper conceptions of the Absolute Truth. Mantra 13 Mantra 12 explained that both worship of the dependent (the demigods) and the Absolute (impersonal Brahman) can lead to bondage. Mantra 13 explains that one achieves a different result when his understanding of the absolute is guided by a dhira. Mantra 14 Mantras 12 and 13 explained that one who conducts worship of the improper object or with the improper conception will not achieve spiritual emancipation. Mantra 14 states that one must know the spiritual and material energies properly, in their respective positions, to achieve liberation.

6.

Mantras 1518 Prayers for revelation of the Lords spiritual form Mantra 15 Mantras 1214 described the necessity of understanding .psmD in relationship with His material energies. Mantra 15 explains that one must also understand .psmDs relationship with His spiritual potency, the brahmajyoti, in order to achieve realisation of Him. Mantra 16 This mantra continues the prayer of Mantra 15 for the Lord to reveal His spiritual form. Mantra 17 The prayers of the devotee continue from mantras 15 and 16. At mantra 17, the prayer has an emphasis of understanding .psmD at the time of death. Mantra 18 Mantra 18 is the concluding prayer of the devotee, who desires to achieve .psmDs mercy.

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Sri Isopanisad - Analogies & Examples

Mahatma Gandhi & Kennedy: one of the four defects is to make mistakes Own hands in a dark room: you cannot see them, the senses are imperfect Cow dung: Vedic principles sometimes appear contradictory Indian social norms (Asking Is this a Vedic injunction?): Vedic injunctions cannot be neglected Sruti is like a mother: only the mother can say who the father is Radio programme: perfect knowledge, sabda Hand severed from the body: we are parts and parcels of the complete whole The milk-giving cow only eats grass and grain: milk is part of the quota given to humans by .psmD A house made of earth, wood, etc: the builder is not the proprietor; bringing ingredients together does not transfer ownership Stolen bread: both capitalists and communists fail to see that everything belongs to .psmD A tree lives for hundreds of years, bellows breathe, etc. Therefore live in the spirit of isavasya, not uselessly The human body is a boat: to cross over the ocean of material existence, sastra and acaryas are the expert boatmen, facilities of the body are the favourable breezes Heat and light emanate from a fire: (Visnu Purana) a fire in one place distributes heat and light. Similarly, .psmD is fixed in Goloka Vrindavana but has His energies Prahlada Maharaja: knew the God was everywhere, even in the pillar Sparks in the fire: living entities are qualitatively one with the Lord, yet not equal quantitatively; amount of heat and light in the sparks not equal to fire Heat, light, and fire: no meaning to fire without heat and light; they are different, but in synthesis the same; no difference between the energy and the energetic; everything is the energy of the Lord Salt in a drop of sea water: the quantity of salt in a drop is never equal to that within the complete ocean Family & nation: the interest is one, but the members are individuals Father creates and maintains children: .psmD wants pleasure from His children; obedience gives oneness and pleasure A cobra decorated with a jewel: dangerous, represents Godless education Decoration of a dead body: modern civilisation devoid of spiritual education An ass: modern man is being converted into, by advancement of knowledge Hiranyakasipu: even the greatest materialists fail, unable to stop death Fever: materialism should not be increased temperature cannot be wiped out altogether, there is a normal condition = balanced programme of spiritual and material knowledge Coconut covered by a husk: the universe is covered by the material elements, thus is dark and airtight and needs the sun and moon A ticket to Calcutta doesnt take you to Bombay: different destinations according to mode of worship Watering a tree: water the root not the leaves. Similarly, philanthropic activities dont water the root, the soul The sun & its rays: compared to the Lord and the jivas, i.e. same in quality sun rays are innumerable sun has varieties of energy, ultimate source is the sun-god

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Nectar of Instruction Overview

The Nectar of Instruction can be broken down into three sections as follows: Verses 17: Verse 8: Verses 911: vaidhi-sadhana bhakti raganuga-sadhana bhava-bhakti and prema-bhakti

1. Vaidhi-sadhana bhakti Texts 17 Preface the goal of .psmD consciousness and the means to attain it To reach perfection in .psmD consciousness one must follow the instructions of the Six Goswamis of Vrindavana by controlling the mind and senses as instructed by Srila Rupa Goswami in the Upadesamrita. Text 1 controlling the six urges This verse elaborates on the prerequisites for spiritual life described in the third main point of the Preface the necessity of controlling the mind and senses. A person who has mastered these prerequisites is fit to be a guru. Text 2 obstacles to devotional service Text Two describes the implications of not controlling the mind and senses. By his own choice, the conditioned soul has fallen under the jurisdiction of the material energy of the Lord. Under its influence, he has to meet the demands of the body, which is a product of this energy. Text Two further explains how to meet these basic demands in a way that fosters spiritual progress rather than material entanglement. Text 3 principles that aid devotional service Six principles are given that help us progress on the path of pure devotional service. But before discussing them, Srila Rupa Gosvami explains exactly what pure devotional service is. Text 4 six loving exchanges In previous lessons we mentioned that ones desires and ambitions develop according to the company one keeps zVDlJWVDM\DWHNPDf Therefore, if we want to progress in .psmD consciousness, we have to associate with devotees. Text 4 explains what association consists of. It also begins to explain how one should associate with devotees. Further instructions on how to associate with different types of devotees are found in texts 5 and 6. Text 5 association according to levels of advancement In order to properly apply the six loving exchanges described in the previous verse, one must select proper persons with whom to reciprocate. What kind of Vaisnava should be selected as a friend and how one should deal with different kinds of Vaisnavas is the subject matter of this verse. All devotees should be respected, but in order to make spiritual advancement we must associate with serious devotees and distance ourselves from casual association.

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Text 6 associating with the pure devotee Text 6 discusses further how we should associate with devotees - especially with the spiritual master, who is understood to be transcendentally situated. Text 7 chanting the holy name In order to come to the platform of uttama-bhakti, we must first cleanse our consciousness of the materialistic contamination that covers the mirror of the heart. By carefully chanting the Hare .psmD maha-mantra every day, we gradually become cured from the jaundice of ignorance and revive knowledge of our blissful constitutional position as .psmD's servant. 2. Raganuga-sadhana-bhakti Text 8 Text 8 spontaneous devotional service in practice In this verse, Srila Rupa Goswami gives the essence of all advice: to fix one's mind on .psmD without deviation by constantly hearing and chanting about Him and remembering His pastimes.

3. Bhava-bhakti and prema-bhakti Texts 911 Text 9 the hierarchy of the material and spiritual worlds Text nine describes the hierarchy of the different regions of the Lord's creations with Radha -kunda as the topmost place. Text 10 the hierarchy of different types of human beings Text ten describes the hierarchy of the different types of human beings within the creation and Radha-kunda is the place of residence for the topmost human beings. Text 11 the glories of Radha-kunda Text eleven perfectly illustrates the point that the cultivation of spiritual life is a gradual process. In the same way as one is meant to read the first nine cantos of Srimad-Bhagavatam before approaching the Tenth Canto, one must assimilate the first ten verses of Nectar of Instruction before approaching Radha-kunda. If one fails to do so, one is sure to misunderstand the instructions given herein and ruin one's spiritual life.

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Chapter Five Themes and Key Verses

This Chapter includes information on two broad subjects, namely: 1. Major Themes as they run through each of the four books. There are the following numbers: Bhagavad-gita 16 (12, but with 4 subdivided) NOD 7 ISO 7 NOI 7 Total 37 2. Key Verses, which include:
(i) Key Memory Verses (KMVs)

Bhagavad-gita NOD ISO NOI Total (ii)

Key Thematic Verses (KTVs)

36 4 2 3 36 150

Bhagavad-gita

There are no specified KTVs for the other books, but important passages (including some verses) are highlighted in the form of charts. Do note that for the NOD youll need to consult your Worksheets for summaries of the passages that are indicated by the lettering codes (A, B, C, etc.) Also, note that the references for the ISO, NOD and NOI refer to pages numbers. This will be accurate only for standard English editions. Please also note: KMV will be assessed in Sanskrit and English during the exam (Paper One) of the respective Modules (One to Three) and then again all 36 will be tested during the Module Four (Block 4) written exam. This helps to promote longer-term memory, and also helps thematic learning, since you will be not required to quote a specified text, but any one connected either with a given Major Theme, or a particular subject. All Block Four Assessment Papers will focus on a thematic approach. This means that they will either relate to our Major Themes or will begin with topics, issues, real-life situations, etc. For more details, we recommend that you ask your course tutor for a copy of the Module Four Assessment Papers for (Section 8 of the Syllabus) You are not required to memorise the 150 KTVs, but it will be usefu to have a good general knowledge of them.

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Overview of All Major Themes

Bhagavad-gita
1. 2.

The Soul and Transmigration Characteristics of the Self-Realised Person

3(a) The Levels of Knowledge 3(b) How to Receive Knowledge 4. Mind and Sense Control

5(a) The Yoga Processes 5(b) Renunciation of Work versus Work in Devotion 6. 7. 8. 9. Levels of God-Realisation Defeating Impersonalism Demigod Worship Devotees and Non-Devotees

10(a) The Relationship between Jiva, Isvara and Prakrti 10(b) The Material Modes of Nature 11. Varnasrama Dharma

12(a) Bhakti 12(b) Ananya-Bhakti

16 Themes

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1. Purity of Devotional Service

Nectar of Devotion

2. Transcendental Devotional Service 3. Yukta-Vairagya 4. Parampara 5. Eligibility 6. Happiness

7 Themes

7. Sadhu-sanga

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1. Knowledge 2. The Living Entities 3. Materialism 4. Defeating Impersonalism 5. Bhakti 6. The Absolute Truth 7. Isavasya 7 Themes

Nectar of Instruction
1. Mind and Sense Control 2. Attitude 3. Guru and Disciple 4. ISKCONs Purpose 5. Sadhu-sanga 6. Devotees
(types, behaviour, qualifications) 7. Bhakti (stages and development)

7 Themes

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Chapters and Verses

1
12-14 20, 22 55-56 59, 70 12-14 20 1-3 34 59 7, 14 34 43 22-23 6 26-27 35 46-47 19 28 8-12 1 29-32 7, 24 20, 23 13 15-16 8 7 29, 34 8-11 2-7 26-27 27 15, 20 7 1 1 10 21 65 6, 8-9 11 4-7 2 8 18, 24 20-23 13-14 26 19 14-15 5-6 22-23 18 8-9

10

11

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16
19

17

18
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1. The Soul and Transmigration (15)

2. Characteristics of the Self-realised Person (14)

3(a). The Levels of Knowledge (17)

3(b). How to Receive Knowledge (7)

4. Mind and Sense Control (13)

5(a). The Yoga Processes (12)

59 4-9 2-3 5-6

25-26

5(b). Renunciation of Work vs. Work in Devotion (13)

6. Levels of God-Realisation (17)

12 23-24 20-21 23-25 11-14 29 4-5 10, 29 14

54, 66 54

7. Defeating Impersonalism (15)

8. Demigod Worship (7)

9. Devotees and Non-devotees (14)

13-15 4-7

13-15 19 23-24 8-11 3 20-23 4, 6-8 18, 26 42-44 46-48 7, 15 61

10(a). The Relationship Between Jiva, Isvara and Prakrti (23)

45 13 9, 30 29 47 27 11

10(b). The Mat. Modes of Nature (10)

11. Varnasrama Dharma (7)

14, 19

12(a). Bhakti (27)

5, 7 14

8-11

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26

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12(b). Ananya-bhakti (9)

13-14 22, 2627, 29 34 13,22 26,29 34

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Bhagavad-gita 150 Key Thematic Verses

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Major Themes in Bhagavad-gita (all main verses)

Chapters and Verses
1
11-29 54-72 11-25 1 22-23 7-14 34 8 1 10 8-12 21 4-14 8-11 19-24 7-10 17-26 2, 4-10 34 6-23 29-35 1-19 26-27 20-23 13-14 13-20 22-26 1-20 13-16 5 5-6 23-28 20-22 30-35 14-15 18 7-10

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1. The Soul and Transmigration

2. Characteristics of the Self-realised Person

3(a). The Levels of Knowledge

3(b). How to Receive Knowledge

4. Mind and Sense Control

39-41 48-51 59 15-16 27-32 7 3 29, 34 3-9 2-7 3-5 3-9 19-24 2-12 26-27 19 10-13 28 53-54 3-7 8-12 20

51-53 65 1-23 25-26 1-19 1-20 1-22 2-12 13-18 66 2-12 26-27 12-20

5(a). The Yoga Processes

4-7 10-27 35-36 10-27 46-47

5(b). Renunciation of Work vs. Work in Devotion

8-11 41-42 8

6. Levels of God-Realisation
12 23-24 11-12 49 21-22 5-11 35 45 39-43 31-38 29 27 14 14 32-33 13-16 4-7 15-18 12 20-23 20-21 23-25 11-14 29 4-10 22, 29-31 7, 24 26 15 33

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8. Demigod Worship
13 26-29

9. Devotees and Non-devotees

10(a). The Relationship Between Jiva, Isvara and Prakrti

61, 66

10(b). The Material Modes of Nature

13,15 26 31-33 9-11 29

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11. Varnasrama Dharma

49-51 61

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Major Themes in Nectar of Devotion

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KEY: Major Reference

Minor Reference

Digits denote page numbers

Major Themes in the Nectar of Instruction

ISKCONs Purpose Sadhu-sanga
(Kinds, Behavior & qualifications)

Mind & Sense Control

-Goswamis Guru: Follower of Srila Rupa Goswami

Attitude

Guru and Disciple

Devotees

Bhakti
(Stages & Development)

Pref.
Quality of guru: selfcontrolled

-First duty -Goodness first, then transcendence

-Determines the progress

-The goal of DS in
Lord Caitanya's line: Entering Krsna's conjugal pastimes

-6 urges:
sanga-Purpose of satsanga-23: 3 types of persons whose association is asat

-Tolerance

-Goswamis

1
-21:Def. of asat

Tolerating -Engaging

-6 faults due to no

2
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tyaga

sense-controlMahatma & duratma

-Simplicity (simple living) -Broad-mindedness, devotion -Principle-based -21: Sat-sanga & awakening of love of God -26: Systematic education & peace -30: Allows hearing from pure devotee & engagement in DS

-Mahatmas -6 faults to avoid -Isavasya

-Enthusiasm-

-6 favorable
principles

-27: Uttama bhakti

defined-28: 9 angas 30:Eligibility-6 favorable principles36:Success is assured

Confidence, -DeterminationPatience-Favorable attitudeSubmissivenessSincerityCallousness toward karma, jnana & yoga

-Give and take

-40: To facilitate 6 loving exchanges -44: Teaches love of God

-39: 6 types of
exchanges-45: Asatsanga

6 loving dealings

-41: Natural
awakening -42: Nama as means to cultivate bhakti

mentalityInquisitiveness -Loving attitude

-48: Sat-sanga
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3 types of devotees

51: Diksa

-Respect -Service attitude -Non-critical mentality

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Mind & Sense Control Sadhu-sanga Devotees

Attitude

ISKCONs Purpose

Guru and Disciple

Bhakti
-60: Suddha-bhakti63,65: Falldown from bhakti by offenses

Non-enviousness -63: Meant for parama-hansas free from jealousy -Association with the pure devotee -Qualities of pure devotees -62:Goswami, not by birth

-How to relate with guru -65: Guru is not obliged to others

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-70:Eligibility for diksa -70: Diksa as bhajana kriya -68: To dispell avidya, ignorance -70:Facilitates chanting the holy name

-Seriousness, attentiveness

-VS: Anartha-nivrtti;
Ruci-69:Cleansing by chanting-70: Sraddha to prema-71: Bhavabhakti

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-74: Taking shelter of an advanced devotee -75:Achieving the eternal guidance of a ragatmika -73: To train the mind to think of Krsna

73: Mind is friend or

-Surrender,

enemy 74: Change of body

dependence

-Raganuga bhakti76: Stages of selfrealization in bhakti77: 5 bhakti rasas

-Bhajan in Radha-

9 -Gradations of
devotees -The topmost devotee--Sri Radhika

-Eagerness

10

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Kunda -Prema-bhakti -Prema-bhaktiAstakaliya bhajanDeveloping a spiritual body surcharged with ecstasyVipralambhaseva -Perfection of DS: serving Sri RadhaKunda / Becoming an assistant of Sri Radha under the guidance of the gopis

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Key Verses
There are two sets of verses, with which a student should be familiar:

1. Key Memory Verses (KMVs) 27 essential verses tested throughout the exams
(Modules 1, 2 & 4)

Students should know by heart in both Sanskrit and English.

2.Key Thematic Verses (KTVs) 150 important verses in connection with one or more Theme
Students should know them in English or at least be able to locate them in the Gita.

The following pages show: 1. A complete list of all 27 KMV's and I50 KTV's. 2. Key Memory Verses for the other three book (NOD, ISO and NOI) Tables showing: (1) all the verses that relate to the Sixteen Themes. (2) how the KTVs relate to the 16 Themes are shown on previous pages (68 and 69 respectively)

The Module Four Student Worksheets also list the Key Thematic Verses for the Gita, but with more detailed information. (See your Students Worksheet Book).

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List of Key Verses (Bhagavad-Gita)

The following verses are the Key Thematic Verses (see page 68 for details of the Major Themes to which they relate). Students are expected to know in English (if not by heart, at least sufficiently well to be able to locate) many of these verses, particularly for the Module Four assessment papers which focus significantly on our Sixteen Bhagavad-gita Themes, and the 21 Themes from the other three books. Key Memory Verses are underlined. Students are required to learn these in both Sanskrit and English, and they will be assessed during the exams (Modules 1, 2 & 4). The respective totals for both sets of verses are shown below in the two right-hand columns. Chapter 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17.
18. -12 13 14 20 22 23 24 45 55 56 59 70 4 5 6 7 8 9 13 27 30 43 1 2 3 6 8 9 11 13 34 2 3 5 6 13 14 15 18 22 23 24 29 1 6 20 21 22 23 26 27 29 30 31 32 35 46 47 1 4 5 6 7 14 15 16 19 20 23 24 5 6 7 14 28 1 2 4 5 10 11 12 13 14 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 29 34 8 9 10 11 54 55 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 3 20 21 22 23 25 26 4 6 7 8 18 26 27 7 8 9 15 19 20 13 14 15 19 21 23 24 11 42 43 44 46 47 48 54 55 61 65 66

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Students should commit to memory, in English and Sanskrit all Key Memory Verses. There are a total of 9 KMVs for Module Three, as follows:

Nectar of Devotion (4 verses)

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Sri Isopanisad (2 mantras)

Invocation Mantra 1

Nectar of Instruction (3 texts)

Text One

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Definition of Pure Devotional Service (Uttama-Bhakti)

Pure devotional service is: Uninterrupted, unmotivated activities intended to please Krishna.

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One should be free from all material designations and, by Krishna consciousness, must be cleansed of all material contamination. He should be restored to his pure identity, in which he engages his senses in the service of the proprietor of the senses.

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Therefore material senses cannot appreciate Krishnas holy name, form, qualities and pastimes. When a conditioned soul is awakened to Krishna consciousness and renders service by using his tongue to chant the Lords holy name and taste the remnants of the Lords food, the tongue is purified, and one comes to gradually understand who Krishna really is.

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Things should be accepted for the Lords service and not for ones personal sense gratification. If one accepts something without attachments and accepts it because it is related to Krishna, ones renunciation is called yukta-vairagya.

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Introduction
These homework assignments are designed for several purposes: to promote our active reading of scriptural texts to prepare us for future lessons (if our teacher uses this method) to help promote learning in line with our Aims to help prepare us for our formal assessment papers to nurture our ability for independent and meaningful study

Three are two categories of question, namely: Content-specific questions - these relate almost entirely to our Aim of Knowledge Memory and Recall (Even where questions ask for explanation, answers can almost always be found in the text itself). These questions are fixed for each lesson and the tutor has access to standard answers. These content-specific questions are found in Part Two of each section. Generic Questions for any lesson these can be selected (from Part One of the section for that specific Module). They tend to concentrate on other Aims (as indicated by the code at the end of each, e.g. PeA indicates that the question is related to Personal Application see page 18 for the complete list of codes) In most cases your teacher will select questions for you, and we have recommended one from each part for each lesson. You can also use them to enhance your own self-study and may even add to the list of useful questions. Please note: these questions are not designed to simply to get you to do the require reading, nor are they a rigid form of assessment. As far as possibly, they should be performed in a mood of creativity and exploration, and in a way that enhances both your study skills and your taste for reading Srila Prabhupadas books.

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Part One (Generic Questions) for Module One, Module Two and Module Three
Teachers are recommended to select for students an equal number of questions from here (Part One) and from Part Two (content-specific questions). Naturally if you are sitting an official course, then follow the advice of your facilitator. Homework questions are best completed as you read sections prior to the corresponding lesson.
There are no rigidly defined answers for these questions (Part One). You may want to discuss answers in class, time permitting. Keep in mind also that by answering these questions you are training yourself to read in an active way. 1) 2) Choose one verse/passage from this section which you find difficulty in understanding examine and explain why. (Und) Choose one verse/passage in this section which you dont understand so well/fully. Identify and write down up to three questions which, if answered, would help you to better understand the subject. (Und) From this section, choose two points/instructions that appear to be contradictory or are held in tension. Alternatively, draw one point from this section and the other from elsewhere in scripture. Explore and draw a conclusion. (Und) Choose one verse/passage which you feel you understand/grasp quite well. Now, come up with three possible arguments to disprove it, backing them up as far as possible with sastra. (Optionally, now refute these arguments). (Und, Aut) Choose one verse from this section which, if applied, would enhance your own Krishna consciousness. Write down a plan for doing this. (PeA) Identify one verse/passage etc. that appears to speak to you directly (i.e. seems just relevant to you, and your current situation, challenges, etc). Explore and write down one thing you could do based on this to improve your spiritual life. (PeA) Choose 1/2/3* (*delete as required) personal qualities mentioned in this section. Write down the specific behaviour traits that demonstrate this quality. Explore how well you are doing in developing this quality (perhaps even ask a devotee friend). (PeA) Of all the Vaishnava qualities listed in this section, choose the 1/2/3 (specify) in which you feel most challenged. Write down your behaviour/attitudes that demonstrate this. (PeA) Choose a verse or passage from the section which you feel enhances your faith and conviction in Krishna Consciousness and/or Srila Prabhupada (and the disciplic succession) (F+C)

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10) Choose one verse in this section which you consider most useful in preaching. Explain why and discuss. (PrA) 11) Identify one statement which appears to be contradictory to popular contemporary thought (values, opinions, etc.). Explain how you would present it to an audience of nondevotees in such a way as to be tactful but not compromising our principles and values. (PrA)

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12) Considering the (many) current topical issues in society, choose a verse/passage that could constructively contribute towards that debate. Explain why you chose this verse/passage. (Th.A) 13) Choose one verse or passage from this section which reflects Srila Prabhupadas Mood and Mission (or just one of these). Write a paragraph or two exploring this. (M+M) 14) Choose a verse that relates to a difference of practice between members of ISKCON and those belonging to its broader tradition (e.g. Hinduism in general, other Vaishnava traditions, other Gaudiya Vaishnava traditions). Explain how those practices differ and explore reasons for the differences. (M+M) 15) Choose one verse that you feel is pertinent to Srila Prabhupadas life and/or ISKCONs mission. Explain what it means to you and how it affects your life. (M+M, PeA) 16) Select one verse/passage that you consider is relevant to ISKCONs development and explain. (M+M, Th.A). 17) Choose one verse in this section, and identify and explain how it is or could be misused (one example is enough). Then identify and explain the fallacy. Finally, disprove it. (AMI) 18) Choose one verse/passage from this section. Explain how it could be used to support non-Krishna conscious behaviour. Analyse the arguments (are they honest, logical, wellsupported, etc.?) (AMI) 19) Choose one verse in this section that could serve as a trigger for helping you remember sastra in certain situations. Identify and briefly describe those situations. (SC) 20) Choose one verse/passage in this section that reminds you of something written by a person outside of the Vaishnava tradition (e.g. a play or poem). Evaluate their statements in the light of Krishna consciousness. (SC) 21) Choose one verse in this section about which you feel you have some realisation. Explore and discuss your insights and realisations. (Rea) 22) Choose one verse from this section which you have difficulty in accepting, or which raises doubts in your mind. Try to identify why. (Auth, F+C) 23) Choose one verse/passage that you have difficulty accepting (for example, it may appear illogical or exaggerated). Write a paragraph on how you deal with such scriptural passages (perhaps describing your thoughts, feelings, etc.). (Aut) 24) Choose a verse that is relevant to some dilemma or difficult choice youve had in life. Explore how scripture might be useful in ascertaining what is your best course of action. (Eva) 25) Choose a verse in this section that is relevant to Aim Number (specify 112) and explain why. (RfL, plus whatever Aim you specify) 26) Choose a verse/passage from this section which you really like, which inspires you and/or which stands out for you. Identify and explain why or how. (T/A/R)

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Part One (Generic Questions) Module Four

Do keep in mind to answer these questions in a mood of positive and creative inquiry. They are not a form of rigidly testing you, nor should you get into anxiety about them. Nonetheless, one benefit of these exercises is that they are purposefully designed to prepare you for the formal assessment papers).

1. Write a brief summary of the Major Theme (specify), drawing where appropriate on references from all Bhakti Sastri books. 2. Write a brief summary of the Major Theme (specify: e.g. Demigod Worship), focusing on an apparent contradiction or dialectic (specify: e.g. Lord Krishna appearing to both support [3.11] and condemn [7.20] this practice). 3. Write a brief summary of the Major Theme (specify: e.g. Impersonalism) in response to the question (specify: e.g. Why do you think that Srila Prabhupada argues o strongly in his books against Mayavada philosophy?). 4. Write a brief summary of the Major Theme, focusing on how it relates to one of the following Aims (specify two or more, or ask students to select themselves). 5. Identify and write down at least 1/2/3 (specify) arguments against the concept of (specify, e.g. reincarnation) and, drawing from the Bhakti Sastri texts, write down counter-arguments. 7. Write a brief summary of the Major Theme (specify: e.g. the relationship between Jiva, Isvara and Prakrti) and explore how it is relevant to you. How could you practically apply some of these verses to improve your spiritual life? 8. Drawing from experience, write a paragraph or two entitled The qualities I most admire in the devotees of the Lord. Make appropriate reference to the Bhakti Sastri books. 9. Which of our Major Themes appears to be most relevant to our Aim of Mood & Mission (or specify another Aim). 10. Youve been asked to appear on radio to present the Krishna conscious perspective on a current issue. e.g. i) ii) iii) the environment gay rights mad-cow disease

Write down the three main points youd like to get across and identify verses etc. that could support your case. 11. Write a rough sketch for a short essay, Why its important to demonstrate Moral and Academic Integrity in the interpretation and application of scripture. 12. Write a concise essay entitled, Appropriate and inappropriate attitude towards scripture. 12 Write a short essay What I have learned to appreciate about Srila Prabhupada and his mission by studying his books.
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13. Focusing on one of our Themes, write a paragraph entitled What Ive realised about the practice of Krishna consciousness during the Bhakti Sastri Course. 14. Identify one of the following (specify): the verse or passage you have most difficulty understanding an apparent contradiction within scripture that youve not yet fully resolved a personal spiritual challenge in regard to your behaviour a personal internal struggle that you go through a common argument you hear against Krishna consciousness (and preferably one you have difficulty answering) a question you are often asked by other devotees, or juniors a current topical issue outside of ISKCON a current topical or controversial issue within ISKCON a passage within scripture that you have difficulty accepting (e.g. it seems illogical, exaggerated, etc.) from your own experience, a way in which scripture is commonly misused an aspect of Srila Prabhupadas mission that makes it unique (and features that it shares in common with most other major religions) a really difficult dilemma you often have (or have had in the past)

Optionally, write down verses or scriptural passages relevant to this subject. 15. In response to one of the above (see previous question), write an answer or possible solution based on your understanding and realisation of the Bhakti Sastri texts.

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Part Two Content-specific Questions

Module One - Bhagavad-gita 1-9
Course teachers have answers to these questions, which focus almost exclusively on memorisation.

Lesson 1 (Ch1. Verses 113) 1. Why is the Bhagavad-gita the perfect theistic science? 2. Why is Dhrtarastra fearful about the outcome of the battle? Lesson 2 (Ch1. Verses 1423) 1. State any three signs that point to a victory for the Pandavas. 2. Explain the significance of Krishnas name Hrsikesa in verse 15. Lesson 3 (Ch1. Verses 2436) 1. Explain the significance of Arjunas addressing Krishna as Hrsikesa in verse 24. 2. Explain the significance of Arjunas addressing Krishna as Govinda in verse 32. Lesson 4 (Ch1. Verses 3746) 1. What is the significance of the word varna-sankara? 2. Summarise Arjunas arguments for not fighting so far. Lesson 5 (Ch2. Verses 110) 1. What words does Krishna use to describe Arjunas compassion? 2. Summarise the main point of the purport to verse 2.7. Lesson 6 (Ch2. Verses 1119) 1. What exactly does a pandita not lament for? How would a devotee react to death in the family? 2. Summarise Srila Prabhupadas arguments against Mayavada philosophy in the purports to 2.1213. Lesson 7 (Ch2. Verses 2030) 1. Explain the analogies of the the surgeon and the justice of the peace. 2. Why is the soul described as amazing? Lesson 8 (Ch2. Verses 3138) 1. Why does battle bring pleasure to a ksatriya? 2. What are the two types of sva-dharma? What are their purposes? Lesson 9 (Ch2. Verses 3949) 1. What is vyavasayatmika intelligence? 2. What is the relationship between the Vedas and Krishna consciousness?

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Lesson 10 (Ch2. Verses 5059) 1. Explain from memory the analogy of the tortoise, drawing as many similarities as possible between the metaphor and that which it explains. 2. To what is restriction from sense-gratification by rules and regulations compared in the purport to the higher taste verse? For whom are such restrictions useful? Lesson 11 (Ch2. Verses 6072) 1. How does one avoid the sequence of falldown in verses 2.62-3? 2. What does it mean to become desireless? Lesson 12 (Ch3. Verses 19) 1. Explain the relationship between buddhi-yoga and sankhya-yoga. 2. Explain the term mithyacarah. Lesson 13 (Ch3.Verses 1021) 1. What is the function of the demigods? Why are they worshipped? 2. How is the ritual of yajna an indirect practice of Krishna consciousness? Lesson 14 (Ch3. Verses 2232) 1. Why does Krishna strictly perform prescribed duties of varnasrama-dharma? 2. Briefly explain the consciousness of one who acts under false ego. Lesson 15 (Ch3. Verses 3343) 1. Explain the analogy of the milk. 2. How can an aspiring transcendentalist conquer lust? Lesson 16 (Ch4. Verses 110) 1. Explain the significance of parampara. 2. Why does Krishna appear on Earth? In what different ways does he accomplish His mission? Lesson 17 (Ch4. Verses 1124) 1. How is Krishna the object of everyones realisation according to their desires? 2. How does one become free from reactions while performing activities? Lesson 18 (Ch4. Verses 2533) 1. What is the purpose of sacrifice? 2. What is the difference between the sacrifice of material possessions and the sacrifice of transcendental knowledge? Lesson 19 (Ch4. Verses 3442) 1. What are the three important aspects of ones relationship with a bona fide spiritual master? 2. Describe the fate of the faithful person and the doubter. Lesson 20 (Ch5. Verses 19) 1. What is the difference between Vaisnava and Mayavadi sannyasis? Why is this distinction relevant to the section? 2. Why is someone absorbed in devotional service dear to everyone?

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Lesson 21 (Ch5. Verses 1016) 1. Explain the analogy of the lotus leaf. 2. What is the relationship between the soul, material nature and God in terms of action? Lesson 22 (Ch5. Verses 729) 1. Give two reasons from this sections why advanced transcendentalists have no desire for material sense enjoyment? 2. What is the peace formula? Lesson 23 (Ch6. Verses 19) 1. How is the bhakti-yogi the perfect sannyasi at any stage of life? 2. Analyse the role of the mind in yoga. Lesson 24 (Ch6. Verses 1024) 1. Describe the importance of regulation in spiritual practice. 2. Explain the analogy of the lamp. Lesson 25 (Ch6. Verses 2536) 1. Summarise the main point of verse 6.30 and purport. 2. How is Arjunas difficulty controlling the mind a statement on the practicality of astangayoga? Lesson 26 (Ch6. Verses 3747) 1. What happens to a yogi who falls down after short practice? After long practice? 2. Summarise the purport to verse 6.47. Lesson 27 (Ch7. Verses 17) 1. What is jnana and vijnana according to 7.2? 2. What are Krishnas two energies? Lesson 28 (Ch7. Verses 814) 1. Give some examples how Krishna can be known through His various energies. 2. How does verse 14 exalt the position of bhakti-yoga? Lesson 29 (Ch7. Verses 1523) 1. List the four pious men. (Sanskrit and English) 2. Why is the jnani most dear to Krishna? Lesson 30 (Ch7. Verses 2430) 1. According to the purport to verse 24, how can one understand Krishnas personal form? 2. Summarise the main point and purport of verse 27. Lesson 31 (Ch8. Verses 16) 1. Mention and explain four of the philosophical terms mentioned by Arjuna and Krishna. 2. Why is it important to cultivate remembrance of Krishna during ones life?

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Lesson 32 (Ch8. Verses 713) 1. What is the significance of the word yoga-balena? 2. What is the relationship between chanting Hare Krishna and Om? Lesson 33 (Ch8. Verses 1419) 1. How does Krishnas description of the material world in verses 1519 inspire one to take to Krishna consciousness more seriously? 2. The Vedic literatures prescribe sacrifice for elevation to the heavenly planets, yet Krishna declares them also to be a place of misery. Why? Lesson 34 (Ch8. Verses 2028) 1. What are the auspicious and inauspicious times for leaving the body? 2. Why does a devotee not care for such formalities? Lesson 35 (Ch9. Verses 110) 1. How does one develop faith in Krishna? 2. Explain the answer to the apparent contradiction in verse 4 and 5, and yet everything that is created does not rest in me ... Lesson 36 (Ch9. Verses 1119) 1. Explain the qualities of a mahatma. 2. How is it that one engaged in devotional service to Krishna has already performed all sacrifices? Lesson 37 (Ch9. Verses 2026) 1. What are the main differences between demigod worship and bhakti-yoga in practice and results? 2. Summarise the main point of verse 26 and the purport concerning the practice of devotional service. Lesson 38 (Ch9. Verses 2734) 1. Explain the significance of the words sadhur eva.  How is a devotee purified of any accidental faults?

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Part Two Content-specific Questions

Module Two - Bhagavad-gita 10-18

Lesson 1 (Ch10. Verses 17) 1. Why is Bhagavan Sri Krishna misunderstood even by the great sages and demigods? 2. Summarise verse 10.7 and purport. Lesson 2 (Ch10. Verses 811) 1. Explain Lord Caitanyas analogy of a seed in the purport to text 9. 2. Define and describe buddhi-yoga as Srila Prabhupada describes it in the purport to text 10. Lesson 3 (Ch10. Verses 1230) 1. Why does Arjuna ask Krishna to explain His opulences? 2. How is Krishna the beginning, middle and end of all beings? Lesson 14 (Ch10. Verses 3142) 1. How does a devotee relate to the beautiful things of this world? 2. Explain the word asamaurdva. Lesson 5 (Ch11. Verses 113) 1. State two reasons why Arjuna asked to see the universal form of the Lord. 2. Why are pure devotees unconcerned with seeing the universal form? Lesson 6 (Ch. 11. Verses 1431) 1. Explain the shift of relationship between Krishna and Arjuna in verse 14. 2. Was Arjuna the only person to see the Universal Form of Krishna? Lesson 7 (Ch11. Verses 3244) 1. What is the specific plan of Krishna that is being carried out in the material world? 2. Explain the main point of verse 42 and its purport. Lesson 8 (Ch11. Verses 4555) 1. Why are the many Vedic processes not useful in gaining darsana of the Lords form? 2. How is Krishnas two handed form a more confidential revelation than the Universal Form? Lesson 9 (Ch12. Verses 17) 1. Compare the processes of impersonal and personal worship? 2. Explain the importance of Krishnas statement in verse 7, I am the swift deliverer from the ocean of birth and death. and how it relates to faith in Krishna consciousness. Lesson 10 (Ch12. Verses 812) 1. How are the activities of a pure devotee transcendental according to text 8. 2. What does it mean to work for Krishna in verse 10? How does this differ from the instruction in verse 9? Lesson 11 (Ch12.Verses 1320) 1. How does a devotee rise above the frustrations that arise due to material disturbances? 2. When is impersonal meditation useful? When should it be dropped?

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Lesson 12 (Ch13. Verses 17)

1. Define Ksetra and ksetra-jna. How can one detect the difference of the two? 2. What is the difference between Krishna as the ksetra-jna and the jiva as ksetra-jna? Lesson 13 (Ch13. Verses 819) 1. Analyse humility, non-violence, and simplicity as items of knowledge. 2. Explain the example of the sun in terms of the Suppressors presence. Lesson 14 (Ch13. Verses 2026) 1. Explain the analogy of the residential quarters. 2. Explain the position of the Supersoul in relationship with the individual soul. Lesson 15 (Ch13. Verses 2735) 1. Summarise the philosophical content of verse 30 and purport. 2. Explain the analogy of the sun in verse 34. Lesson 16 (Ch14. Verses 19) 1. Explain the analogy of the scorpions eggs. 2. Briefly explain how each of the three modes are binding. Lesson 17 (Ch14.101) 1. Explain the destination of one in each mode. 2. Summarise Srila Prabhupadas social criticisms of modern society given in this section. Lesson 18 (Ch14. Verses 1927) 1. Summarise the means for transcending the three modes, given in verses 26 and 27. 2. Explain the relationship between Brahman and Bhagavan. Lesson 19 (Ch15. Verses 17) 1. Explain the analogy of the banyan tree. 2. Describe the process of removing oneself from the tree. Lesson 20 (Ch.15. Verses 815) 1. Summarise the process of transmigration. 2. Explain how the description in verses 1215 serve to remind one of his dependence on Krishna. Lesson 21 (Ch15. Verses 1620) 1. What are the two classes of living entities? 2. Why is Krishna celebrated in the Vedas as the Supreme Person? Lesson 22 (Ch16. Verses 19) 1. Give some symptoms of one in the demoniac nature. 2. What is the demoniac view of the creation? What does that view lead to? Lesson 23 (Ch16.Verses 1018) 1. Explain the religious life of the demoniac. 2. Explain the significance of the words avidhi purvakam. Lesson 24 (Ch16.Verses 1924) 1. What are the three gateways to hell? 2. Explain the position of the scriptures as described in the final verses and purports.

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Lesson 25 (Ch17. Verses 110) 1. What are the three kinds of faith? How does one elevate his faith? 2. In what do men in the three modes repose their faith? Give examples from scripture or experience. Lesson 26 (C17.1119) 1. Explain the types of sacrifice according to the three modes. 2. Explain the austerities of the speech, body and mind. Lesson 27 (Ch17. Verses 2028) 1. Explain the words om tat sat. 2. Summarise the main point of verse 28 and the purport. Lesson 28 (Ch18. Verses 112) 1. What is the difference between sannyasa and tyaga? 2. What is the highest criterion of religion? Lesson 29 (Ch18. Verses 1325) 1. Briefly explain the proper perspective that one should have of the activities that he is performing according to verses 1316? 2. Explain knowledge in the three modes. Lesson 30 (Ch18. Verses 2640)

1. Describe the action, work, understanding, determination and happiness of one in goodness.
2. Do the same for one in passion. Lesson 31 (Ch18. Verses 4155)

1. Why should one perform his own work rather than that of others?
2. How is a person in Krishna consciousness automatically a sannyasi? Lesson 32 (Ch18. Verses 5666)

1. Explain the significance of text 54 in terms of defeating Mayavada philosophy.

2. How would you answer the claim, One can not surrender to Krishna until he is fully purified from sinful reactions (see 7.28). Therefore, I should perform jnana-yoga until I am pure enough to worship Krishna? Lesson 33 (Ch18. Verses 6778) 1. To whom should one not teach Bhagavad-gita? What is the result of teaching and learning Bhagavad-gita? 

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Part Two Content-specific Questions

Module Three- NOD, ISO, NOI NOD Questions

Lesson One (Preface) 1. Why is love of .psmD natural for the living entity?

Lesson Two (Introduction) 1. What are the four sides of the ocean and what do they correspond to? 2. What is the definition of pure devotional service? Lesson Three (Chapter One) 1. 2. What are the two results of SSDP" List and describe the eight mystic siddhis.

Lesson Four (Chapter Two) 1. Describe briefly the three categories of devotional service and their characteristics. 2. What is the qualification for practicing devotional service? Lesson Five (Chapter Three) 1. Describe the three levels of eligibility for vaidhi-bhakti. Lesson Six (Chapter Four) 1. 2. Prove that devotional service is beyond liberation. Prove that the devotees of .psmD are the topmost of all devotees.

Lesson Seven (Chapter Five) 1. 2. Explain how Srila Prabhupada is following in the footsteps of Srila Rupa Gosvami in establishing the .psmD consciousness movement all over the world. Why is devotional service open for all without any distinction?

Lesson Eight (Chapter Six) 2. Find a definition for principles from what 6UhOD 3UDEKXSGD has written in this chapter and give an example. 3. Write down, as described in this chapter, the number of: (a) primary principles (b) secondary principle (c) other principles Lesson Nine (Chapter Seven) 1. 2. Describe the different symptoms of bona fide and bogus spiritual masters. Explain the status of spiritual master in relation to a) .psmD and b) his disciples. (Ch. 7) List down some of the reasons for Lord Buddhas appearance

Lesson Ten (Chapter Eight) 1. 2. How can an offender to .psmD be delivered? What is the seriousness of offences against the holy name?
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Lesson Eleven (Chapter Nine) 1. 3. For a humble 9DLrQDYD what is the principle of not tolerating blasphemy? What is the regulative principle on seeing the Deities?

Lesson Twelve (Chapter Ten) 1. Why should a devotee not expect immediate relief from the reactions of his past misdeeds? 2. Define the following: a) sravanam, b) remembrance c) meditation Lesson Thirteen (Chapter Eleven) 1. What is the difference between the devotees defined in Skanda Purana and pure devotees (bhagavatas)? 2. Explain, giving evidence, why devotees do not care which species of life they will be born in, nor how they will maintain themselves. Lesson Fourteen (Chapter Twelve) 1. 2. What is the highest worship? What is the actual definition of liberation and how is it different from freedom from material contamination?

Lesson Fifteen (Chapter Thirteen) 1. Why is Deity worship especially important for a grhastha? 2. What is the difference between performing duties according to varnasrama principles and practising devotional service? Lesson Sixteen (Chapter Fourteen) 1. What is the difference between impersonalists and the devotees acceptance and rejection of material objects? 2. What are the nine different kinds of devotional service? Lesson Seventeen (Chapter Fifteen) 1. Impersonalists are spiritually inclined, but they have been compared with materialistic demons like Kamsa or Sisupala. Why?

Lesson Eighteen (Chapter Sixteen) 1. Briefly define raganuga-bhakti and give examples. 2. What is the criteria for eligibility for one who aspires to follow in the footsteps of a particular resident of Vrndavana? 3. How should a devotee who is advanced in .psmD consciousness act? Lesson Nineteen (Chapter Seventeen) 1. Describe the two ways of elevation to the stage of ecstasy. Explain with examples.

Lesson Twenty (Chapter Eighteen) 1. Define perseverance, pridelessness and asa-bandha. 2. What invokes attachment to .psmD and what extinguishes such attachment? Lesson Twenty-one (Chapter Nineteen) 1. What is the difference between love for .psmD and love in the material world? 2. How can one recognise pure love for .psmD?

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Sri Isopanisad Questions

Lesson 1 1. Why is Vedic knowledge a more authentic source of knowledge than that obtained through the mind and senses? Lesson 2 1. 2. How is Bhagavan realisation the most complete understanding of transcendence? How can the living entity realise its completeness?

Lesson 3 1. Answer the following inquiry based upon Mantra 1: If everything belongs to K a, can I take your laundry soap without asking? Lesson 4 1. 2. Define karma, vikarma and akarma. How would you categorise work done in the isavasyam conception? Who is a killer of the soul?

Lesson 5 1. 2. Why can even the great demigods misunderstand .psmDs position? What does contradictory qualities of the Lord prove?

Lesson 6 1. 2. How is the Madhyama Vaisnava different from the Kanistha? From Mantra 7, please explain two ways to understand how the soul and God are one.

Lesson 7 1. 2. What is the value of understanding that the Lord has no veins? How can knowledge be considered worse than ignorance?

Lesson 8 1. 2. What are some of the qualifications of a dhira? What is the value of Vedic activities of religious sense gratification?

Lesson 9 1. Briefly explain why one cannot know what the Absolute Truth is by negation. 2. How would you counter someone who preached that all paths lead to the same goal? Lesson 10 1. 2. What is the main theme of Manta 14 and purport? How does Mantra 15 prove the supremacy of the personal feature of Godhead?

Lesson 11 1. 2. How are the Lord and the soul different according to the final verses of Sri Isopanisad? How does the Lord assist His devotees in coming to Him?

Lesson 12 1. What two ways does the Lord guide the devotee? 3. Is birthright a qualification for knowing .psmD?

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NOI Questions

Lesson One (Preface) 1 2. Who is Srila Rupa Goswami? Which are the most exalted of Krishna's pastimes? How can we understand them?

Lesson Two (Text One) 1. 2. 3. 4. Define the word "goswami" according to text 1. What are the three bodily urges? What is Maharaja Pariksit's question to Sukadeva Goswami? What types of persons are compared to croaking toads?

Lesson Three (Text Two first half) 1. What is the difference between a mahatma and a duratma? 2. Explain the factual position of tatastha-sakti in relation to the other two saktis. Lesson Four (Text Two second half) 1. Explain the twofold meaning of niyamaagraha.

Lesson Five (Text Three first half) 1. 2. 3. Define enthusiasm. Why is the International Society for Krishna Consciousness opening centres? Why does Srila Bhaktisiddhanta Sarasvati Thakura say that "cultivation of knowledge by philosophical speculation, the collection of mundane opulence by the advancement of fruitive activities, and the desire for yoga-siddhis, material perfections, are all contrary to the principles of devotional service"?

Lesson Six (Text Three second half) 1. 2. Define tat tat karma pravartanat. What is the value of attending the morning programme in ISKCON?

Lesson Seven (Text Four) 1. 2. Give two reasons why ISKCON has been formed. List the four means by which we can develop our devotional service and dormant Krishna consciousness.

Lesson Eight (Text Five) 1. How many kinds of devotees does text five mention? What are their respective characteristics? 2. Who is a bona fide Vaishnava? How should one treat him? Lesson Nine (Text Six) 1. 2. 3. Explain the connection between the River Ganges and the body of a pure devotee. The goswami title is actually the monopoly of pure devotees. Please explain. How does one distinguish a superior Vaisnava from an inferior Vaisnava?

Lesson Ten (Text Seven) 1. 2. What is the symptom of our diseased condition? What are the different stages a person successively goes through while chanting the Hare Krishna maha-mantra?

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Lesson Eleven (Text Eight) 1. In the transcendental realm of Vraja (Vraja-dhama) one should serve the Supreme Lord, Sr Krishna, with a feeling similar to that of His associates, and one should place himself under the direct guidance of a particular associate of Krishna and should follow in his footsteps. This method is applicable both in the stage of sadhana (spiritual practices executed while in the stage of bondage) and in the stage of sadhya (God realisation), when one is a siddhapurusha, or a spiritually perfect soul. Explain the different kinds of sadhana. Which one does the above quote refer to? Lesson Twelve (Texts Nine, Ten and Eleven) 1. Describe the hierarchy of the spiritual world. (Text Nine) 1. What is a jnani? Why is he considered superior to karmis? (Text Ten). 2. What is the difference between a karmi and a vikarmi? What are their goals? What are their destinations? (Text Ten)

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