Purohita Course

True religion has two important constituents: its philosophy and its ritual. Ritual without philosophy is only superstition, while philosophy without ritualistic practices amounts to madness. Both aspects must go hand in hand.

Swami Chinmayananda

The Purohita Course : Preserving Vedic Traditions

Ritualism in Hinduism holds a great meaning when guided properly. This is the fundamental aim of the 18-month Chinmaya Purohita course.

A Purohita may be understood as a priest who is well-versed in Vedic mantras and the performance of Vedic rituals and yagnas and their meaning, The term ‘Purohita’ indicates a person who dedicates his life for the welfare of society.

Graduates of the Chinmaya Purohita Course, known as Vedaputras, actively serve communities with a renewed perspective, preserving and propagating Hindu traditions with wisdom and devotion.

Course Offerings

Selected students, the Vedaputras (aged 15-30), undergo intensive training for 1.5 to 2 years. The curriculum includes Sanskrit grammar, astrology, English, and Vedic chanting, along with practical training in conducting Bala Vihars, Devi groups, and short satsangs.

The Chinmaya Mission Purohita ensures rituals are performed with proper understanding. Chinmaya Mission offers the Purohita Course at multiple centers:

Chinmaya Veda Vidya Peetha – Chokkahalli, Karnataka
Chinmaya Vaidik Vidyapeetha – Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
Mandhana, Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh

Curriculum

Exploring Vedic Traditions: Chanting, Rituals, and Sacred Practices

English and Vedic Chanting

Agni-kaarya (fire rituals)

Vratas (sacred vows)

Upasanas (worship techniques)

Homa (any oblation or sacrifice)

Murti sthapana (idol installation)

Pujas and many other rituals

Sanskrit grammar

Centred in Him who is ever in your heart, act honestly with endless love, for the welfare and wellbeing of all others.

Swami Chinmayananda

Contact Details

Address :- Chinmaya Gardens, Nallur Vayal, Post Coimbatore – 641114
Email :- chinmayagarden@gmail.com
Tel/Fax: +91-422-2615637/2613493
Mob – +91-9360461566

Understanding Rituals with Clarity

The course brings clarity to essential Hindu practices that are often overlooked or misinterpreted. Participants learn how, when, why, and where of rituals, ceremonies, worship, and festivals, enriching their spiritual journey.

Harmony of Philosophy & Rituals

The essence of any religion flourishes through both its philosophy and practice. True religion is a harmonious blend of profound wisdom and meaningful rituals. Rituals extend beyond mere ceremonial acts—they encompass the full spectrum of practical spirituality.

Intensive Training

This comprehensive program covers all essential aspects of Hindu rituals, ensuring a well-rounded understanding. They include external rites and traditions, heartfelt devotion (bhakti) nurtured by the mind, and the refined practice of discernment and meditation guided by the intellect.

Central Chinmaya Mission Trust

Saki Vihar Road, Powai, Mumbai - 400 072.

Tel : +91-22-2803 4900

E-mail : ccmt@chinmayamission.com