Jeevan Vidya

What Is Jeevan Vidya?

Jeevan Vidya is a proposal for understanding and practice of coexistence. The goal being a more humane & harmonious approach to living as individuals, collectives & humankind.

The state of harmony internally (mind) and externally (with family, friends, community, nature) is a measure of 'knowledge of coexistence'. Absence of knowledge of coexistence results in conflicts/exploitation indicating unverified beliefs/assumptions that need examination.

The journey of Jeevan Vidya is a purpose oriented, logical reasoning based educational process through which the set of proposals presented during the course are to be examined.

The course rhythm results in creating an internal & external environment conducive for learning & contemplating, to examine serious fundamental issues affecting our everyday life.

Themes Explored

• Self:
  • Exploring: self; mind-body connection; role of body
  • Interrogating: Happiness; motivation; decision making;
• Existence:
  • Exploring: existence; harmony in nature; human role in nature
  • Examining: fundamental causality; existential purpose; harmony in humans
• Humane Behaviour:
  • Exploring: values; character; ethics;
  • Understanding: responsibility; Duty; relationships; society; with reference to human purpose

The course introduces these as foundational areas for understanding life and living more harmoniously. It is meant to develop right understanding of the self, relationships, society, nature, and coexistence.

What it Emphasizes

• Understanding the human being as a conscious, responsible unit in existence.
• Learning the principle of coexistence that underlies life and relationships.
• Developing ethical living, mutual trust, and harmony in family and society.

As a participant you are exposed to the Jeevan Vidya content through presentations, discussions & activities, participants are encouraged to:

• Listen and reflect
• Examine assumptions
• Seek clarity through dialogue

Participants get opportunity, environment, & support to look at fundamental issues governing life and harmony in humans from a fresh perspective.

For Whom?

• This course may resonate with those asking whether a more humane, harmonious, and sustainable way of life is possible for individuals, families, and society.
• Anybody who is perplexed by what is happening within them and/or around them.
• Those seeking to grasp the meaning/purpose of life
• Life students curious to examine life from an alternative perspective may find this course useful.

• Simple accommodation will be provided at the venue.
• Breakfast, lunch & dinner comprising of simple nutritious vegetarian food. Tea will be provided twice a day.
• Rs. 7000/- per person will be payable for accommodation and food by the participants.
• No Fee/Payment/donation is expected or accepted for facilitation; facilitation is a contribution to the society.

Course Rhythm

Jeevan Vidya introductory courses are usually offered as 7-day residential courses, with proposals put forth by one or two facilitators and clarifications & discussions are welcome.

• Participants are expected to follow the routine & schedule of this course.
• During the stay for this course, consumption of alcohol, tobacco and/or narcotic drugs is not acceptable.
• Living on the campus requires participants to help maintain the friendly, clean and non-polluting physical & social environment.

Organizers

Ashok Gopala is the facilitator for this English Jeevan Vidya introductory course and he has had 33+ years long engagement with Jeevan Vidya. His journey with Jeevan Vidya has been with his family (wife & 2 daughters).

The Mahajan family warmly hosts this workshop in association with MUKTARA LEARNING WORLD LLP at their farm nestled in the foothills of Himachal. This space has been nurtured with the intention of creating an environment conducive to reflection, dialogue, and right understanding, where individuals can come closer to themselves, to each other, and to nature. With a deep commitment towards the exploration and living of Madhyasth Darshan (Jeevan Vidya), the family envisions this place as an open, evolving space dedicated to such workshops and meaningful engagements that contribute to the upliftment of human consciousness. In this spirit, the venue is offered wholeheartedly for all activities aligned with Madhyasth Darshan, inviting seekers, facilitators, and communities to come together in harmony and shared purpose.