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Our Mission


Vediconcepts is an initiative dedicated to advancing the cause of the Gurukul education system. Our mission includes creating a functional framework for Gurukuls by studying ancient literature, helping design curricula specifically for Gurukuls, and establishing new Gurukul institutions.

Vision

We envision a thriving Gurukul ecosystem that remains rooted in tradition while embracing a modern look and feel. For us, modernity means progress, not Westernization, as is often seen today. Our goal is to establish at least one exemplary Gurukul in every district across India.

What is Vediconcepts?

Vediconcepts as you might have guessed already is made up of two words Vedic + Concepts. We endeavor to bring the Vedic worldview forward that has been absent for quite some time now. Since 1835 with the introduction of “Minutes of Education” and the gradual shutting down of the Gurukul system, the study of the Vedic knowledge system has been out of fashion.

We, at Vediconcepts, think that the Vedic worldview can broaden our outlook and can change our approach. We are advancing this mission by actively promoting Gurukul education and facilitating the establishment of numerous Gurukuls throughout India.

Why are we doing this?

Problem

Our current understanding of India and its culture largely comes from the perspective of cultural outsiders, mainly Western scholars. As cultural outsiders, it is challenging to grasp the connotations and subtle meanings of traditions from a different culture. This often leads to mistakes in interpreting these traditions.

This is exactly what has happened with India and its history. It has been interpreted by scholars unfamiliar with Indian terminology and culture.

Scholars like Ralph T.H. Griffith, John Muir, and Max Muller were Westerners with a stated agenda of converting Indians to Christianity. Scholarships such as the Boden Sanskrit Professorship were established with the aim “to assist in the conversion of the people of India to Christianity” (Source: Wikipedia).

Earlier Indian scholars like Acharya Sayana and Acharya Mahidhar had their commentaries used as reference guides by many European Indologists. However, their interpretations of the Vedas were sometimes out of context and incorrect. It’s likely that European scholars cherry-picked these inaccuracies to make Indians doubt their revered heritage, the Vedas.

We shouldn’t only blame others. Sayana’s commentaries reflect how the Indian understanding of the Vedas had become distorted over time, showing a significant deviation from the earlier Vedic periods.

Solution

A research-based scholarship that takes a refreshing look at ancient Indian literature without the baggage of traditions and free from the shackles of the colonial mindset. Vediconcepts is a project that will take scientific and utilitarian interpretations.

This can be achieved by promoting Gurukul education by setting up more and more Gurukul.

How do we do this?

Most of our work fall in either of the four categories:

  • Gurukul Connect: Creating a platform where gurukuls and community connects
  • Live Workshops: Learn & Experience the Vedic living
  • Swadhyay Kendras: Immerse yourself in the Vedic literature
  • Online Gurukul: Learn Vedic Scriptures from the comfort of your home

If you want to know more about what we do check our services page.

Who are We?

A dedicated team comprising professionals, researchers, college students, and even high schoolers has collaborated to develop a reliable resource focused on promoting Gurukul education. The motivation behind curating this resource stems from the dearth of online resources about Gurukuls. Vediconcepts aspires to fill this void, positioning itself as the go-to resource for anyone keen on delving deeper into Gurukul education.

Many online materials tend to peddle mere opinions or popular narratives, Vediconcepts differentiates itself by championing a research-driven approach. This ensures that users have access to substantiated and nuanced insights.

Our Team


acharya rajender gurukul kalwa

Acharya Rajender

“… Acharya Rajender ji is from Gurukul Kalwa…”

acharya mehul bhai sanskruti arya gurukulam

Acharya Mehul Bhai

“… Acharya Mehul Bhai is an ayurvedacharya and darshanacharya…”

Jasdev Singh

Jasdev Singh, Main Coordinator

“… A lifelong learner…”

vedha trikha

Vedha, Research Fellow

“… Studying in Grade 11th, Natural Sciences…”

ananya bahl

Ananya, Research Fellow

“… Studying in Grade 12th, Humanities…”

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