Śrīla Prabhupāda envisioned a systematic education of his books within ISKCON, and he personally designated various courses such as Bhakti Śāstrī, Bhakti Vaiḥbhava, Bhakti Vedānta, and Bhakti Sarvabhauma. In line with this vision, ISKCON Melbourne initiated its śāstric courses in 2003. These courses serve to cultivate a community founded on the spiritual principles presented in Śrīla Prabhupāda’s teachings. Our commitment lies in providing high-quality spiritual education at the local level, fostering a deeper understanding, practice and sharing of bhakti yoga.
Courses we offer
Preliminary Courses/Exam
Founder-Ācārya Course:
Understand Śrīla Prabhupāda’s relationship with all of us as ISKCON’s Founder-Ācārya, develop our mission by understanding his mission and to ultimately love him.
Important Dates for 2024/25
Courses/Exam
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Founder Acarya Course |
17 ,24, 25 Feb |
21 Jan |
Temple |
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20, 21 Jul |
1 Jun |
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27, 28 Sept |
27 Aug |
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9, 10 Nov |
1 Oct |
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Srila Prabhupada Lilamrita Examination
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3 Feb
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Temple |
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1 Jun |
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5 Oct |
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ISKCON Disciple Course
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3, 4,11 Aug
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3 Jul |
Temple |
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TBA |
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Bhakti Sastri |
Feb 2025 |
10 Jan 2025 |
Temple |
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