ISKCON Disciple Course (Self Study Course)

The ISKCON Disciples Course (IDC) is a training program that provides an in-depth understanding of guru tattva and guru pādaśraya within ISKCON's multi-guru culture. Developed by leading ISKCON educators and based on Śrīla Prabhupāda's teachings, the course is designed for new devotees preparing for initiation and ISKCON leaders. It covers Guru-tattva, Guru-Paramparā, etc. Participants must chant 16 rounds daily and follow four regulative principles for at least a year.

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Course Duration

10 Hours

Duration of classes

2 Hours

No. Of Sessions

5

Sessions per week

At your own pace

Language
English

Eligibility

Any Devotee

Schedule of Classes

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About the Teacher

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Iskcon Bhagavata Col

Course Overview

Course description: 

The ISKCON Disciples Course (IDC) is a training program that gives an in-depth understanding of guru tattva and guru pādaśraya within the multi-guru culture of ISKCON.

The course has been developed under the direction of the Guru Services Committee. Leading educators of ISKCON have contributed greatly to the course. The course is based on the teachings of Śrīla Prabhupāda and current ISKCON Law with reference to the writings from the Gauḍīya Vaiṣṇava tradition.

IDC has been designed for new devotees preparing to take initiation in ISKCON. The course is also recommended for leaders, preachers, counselors, and educators within ISKCON.

Course Contents:

  • Guru-tattva and the Guru-pādaśraya System
  • Śrīla Prabhupāda ISKCON Founder Ācārya and Preeminent Śikṣā Guru
  • Types of Gurus and Relationship between ISKCON Guru and ISKCON Authorities
  • Gurus outside of ISKCON
  • Following Initiation Vows
  • Guru-pūjā and Vyāsa-pūjā

Course Materials :

IDC Handbook

Target Audience:

1. Chanting 16 rounds atleast for last 1 year

2. Observing 4 regulative principles atleast for last 1 year

Assessment Plan :

Online Exam

Course Requirement :

As per the guidelines of Guru Services Committee, to be qualified to attend ISKCON Disciples Course, the students must chant minimum 16 rounds of Hare Krishna maha-mantra daily & follow the four regulative principles.

You need to submit a recommendation letter by the ISKCON center authority you are connected with. Please download the recommendation letter format from this link below

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Upload the scanned copy of the signed form here in this google form below

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-Please note that your admission will not be confirmed unless we have received the recommendation letter. 

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