10:00 AM - 11:30 AM (IST)
Devi In Her Own Words | An Introduction To The Devi Gita
SPEAKERS
“अहमेव परं ब्रह्म मत्परं नास्ति किञ्चन ।”
“I am the Supreme Reality; there is nothing beyond Me. I am the Manifest, the Unmanifest, and the Transcendent.”
With this ultimate declaration, the Devi Gita establishes the Supreme Goddess as the absolute source of all creation, preservation, and dissolution. In this session, we will dive into this pivotal text of the Shakta – Advaita tradition. We will examine the historical and spiritual context of Devi’s cosmic dialogue with King Himalaya, her breathtaking revelation of the Vishwarupa (universal form), and her direct instructions on the paths of Jnana (knowledge), Karma (action), and Bhakti (devotion).
Whether you are a student of philosophy, a spiritual seeker, or simply curious about the divine feminine in global traditions, this talk will provide a crisp, accessible entry point into one of India’s most magnificent esoteric texts experiencing the wisdom of the Goddess exactly as she spoke it.
Speakers
Dr. Shyam Panchapakeshan
Dr. Shyam Panchapakesan is a dedicated researcher and academic who seamlessly bridges the realms of cutting-edge scientific inquiry and Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS). He holds B.Tech and PhD degrees in Life Sciences, complemented by post-doctoral research experience at Yale University. After relocating to India in 2023, he now leads the Nucleic acids Engineering Research and Development (NERD) lab at SASTRA University. Parallel to his scientific career, he is a profound scholar of ancient philosophical texts with a specialized focus on the Shakta and Shaiva traditions. He frequently delivers comprehensive discourses on Sri Vidhya, Advaita Vedanta, and Tantra Shastra. Based in the historic town of Thiruvaiyaru, Tamil Nadu, Dr. Panchapakesan draws immense inspiration from the revered Kanchi Kamakoti Peetam. Guided by this inspiration, he is devoted to living and teaching the core values of Sanatana Dharma. His enduring commitment to spiritual education and cultural stewardship was honored in 2022 with an official citation from the Connecticut General Assembly for his dedicated service to the Hindu community.