Shivanandalahari – Waves of Ananda that is Shiva
A 25-Session Journey into Adi Shankaracharya ‘s Devotional Masterpiece of 100 verses
Starting 5th January, Monday 2026
and all Mondays till 29th June 2026
7 – 8 pm IST
Join me in this sadhana where wisdom and devotion flow in Shivananda—the Ananda that is Shiva, your own true nature.
Discover the heart of Advaita Vedānta through one of Adi Shankaracharya ‘s most beautiful devotional compositions.
Shivanandalaharī (Waves of Fullness that is Shiva) allows non-dual wisdom flow naturally into waves of bhakti.
This exquisite stotra of 100 verses is a spiritual sādhana to be lived. Each verse is a doorway—inviting us to see and experience Bhagavan Shiva not as distant but as our own innermost Self, the infinite ānanda that we seek in every experience.
Why Study Śivānandalaharī?
For the Shiva bhakta, it is an opportunity to contemplate and revel in the glories of Bhagavan Shiva and also be introduced to his unchanging nature.
For the Vedanta student, the stream of Bhakti and Jnanam flow as one.
The highest form of Bhakti, devotion is Advaita siddhi, the non-separateness of oneself and Bhagavan Shiva.
We allow bhakti to purify the mind, making it fit for self-knowledge and allow jnanam to settle in the heart with fullness.
What else is expected of the student?
This is a 25 session study and sadhana of Bhagavan Shiva spread over 25 sessions with a few breaks.
All participants will be expected to
Perform an x number of the Panchakshari mantra
Visit a Shiva temple in your area once a month
At the end of the 6 months preferably or after 3 months, aim to do a yatra of a Jyotirlinga temple or any other Shiva temple
Participate in a Rudra homa in Mumbai (will be organised if there are more than 5 participants from Mumbai)
Make a donation to a worthy cause (your choice)
What You’ll Gain:
Deepen your relationship with Bhagavan Shiva and allow blessings to flow in your life
Strengthen the inner ground for self knowledge.
Study a complete stotra systematically, verse by verse, with time to absorb and reflect.
Be a part of a structured program of sadhana with guidance.
Join us for this exploration of where wisdom and devotion meet in the experience of Shivananda—the Ananda that is Śiva, that is your own true nature.
FAQs
What do I need to attend the class?
Internet connection: Joining live class is simple. All classes are held on Zoom. You can join with one click from a mobile device or a computer. You’ll need an internet connection to join live or watch/listen later. You will be provided the class link which will be valid for ALL classes.
You will have to schedule your work and other engagements such that you can attend the class from a relatively quiet space.
2. I will not be able to watch the class live, can I watch another time?
All classes will be video recorded. The video classes will be uploaded in the next 48 hours. You can access the video classes through the link provided. If you will not be able to attend the whole course live, then please reflect if you can commit to the weekly discipline to listen to recordings. If not possible, it is best to skip the course.
3. I don’t know Sanskrit. Will I be able to understand the class?
No problem at all. If any Sanskrit word is used it will be explained in English.
I am very busy and don’t know if I have the time.
A minimum of three hours a week, one hour to attend and the other to practice japa every day for atleast 15 minutes will be required.
(Some perspective –An hour a week for six months is easily doable. If spiritual growth is your priority, you will work to integrate into your weekly schedule.)
Should I attend even if I miss some classes?
Illnesses, work emergencies, festivals are a fact of everyday life for everyone and hence it is likely that you will miss a class. Let not this dishearten you. Let not these other priorities clash with your priority of spiritual growth. Instead we can use everything unfolding in our lives for reflection and integration. Please attend even if you miss a class here or there.
6. Why are there charges for the course?
The teachings are priceless and are not being charged. However, in the Vedic tradition, the students are expected to offer a guru dakshina (respectful contribution).
The donation covers website subscriptions and maintenance, teachers’ basic living expenses, and contributions to the upcoming Aarsha Vidya Ashram at Murbad.
Three options are presented for suggested donation:
Rs 500 per month/Rs 1500 for 3 months/ Rs 3000 for the course
Rs 1000 per month/Rs 3000 per quarter/Rs 6000 for the course
Rs 2000 per month/Rs 6000 per quarter/ Rs 10000 for the course
Any other amount –
For contributions in India –
Gpay – brahmaprajnananda@okhdfcbank or 9820453495
Or
Pay U (Netbanking/ Debit/Credit Cards)- https://pmny.in/7I5mZwgmW7yu
For overseas contributions
https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/SwaminiB
Please account for PayPal fee charge of additional 4% of transaction value
Or ‘Wise/Xoom’ transfers for those who have enabled it already.
Those who cannot contribute financially can contribute in kind through editing of transcription or seva (voluntary work) in their place of residence and provide some related documentation. Please write to swaminiji@arshavidyananda.in
If the above is clear and agreeable to you, the next steps are –
Fill up the Google form below and submit
Make a contribution
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See you in the course!