Dear list,

I am forwarding an email regarding a workshop on behalf of my colleague at Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham. Please get in touch with Dr. Rajeswara Rao (contact details given below and also copied here) if you have any questions.

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Esteemed Scholars,

Greetings from Department of Amrita Darshanam, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Chennai. As you know, with the blessings of MATA Amritanandamayī Devi, our institution is committed to the spread of IKS and for the promotion of Saṃskṛtam. Now, we are offering an 'Online Certificate course on the Textual Analysis of the Uṇādisūtra-s.' Full details are as follows:

  

Course Outcomes:
1. Students will be able to understand the implementation of the Aṣṭādhyāyī easily.
2. Students will be able to easily identify the prakṛti-s, pratyaya-s, ādeśa-s, āgama-s, etc., of various well-known and lesser nouns in the Saṃskṛta language.
3. Students will be able to easily understand the traditional style of prakriyā explained in the Siddhāntakaumudī, Rūpāvatāra, Prakriyāsārvasva, etc.

What is Uṇādi:
The Saṃskṛtam is one of the most ancient languages of the land. The language is very famous for its etymological structures. The tradition of etymology in Saṃskṛta reflects a profound interest in understanding the structure, origins, and meanings of words, serving as a testament to the linguistic sophistication and intellectual heritage of ancient Indian civilization. The domains of Vyākaraṇa and Nirukta explain the process of the etymological structures. This helped the language to sustain for many years till the date.

The science of etymology is a base for many śāstra-s. Interestingly, one pada can be analysed etymologically in many ways. In this etymological analysis, Pāṇinīya-Vyākaraṇa plays a vital role. The tradition has retained other texts related to the same domain of etymology. Some of them are even more ancient than Pāṇini. The Uṇādisūtra is also such a text authored by Śākaṭāyana. These sūtras provide guidelines for understanding how certain prefixes and affixes function in the Saṃskṛta, particularly in relation to the roots of words. They form an essential part of Saṃskṛta grammar, aiding in the systematic analysis and interpretation of Saṃskṛta texts. The Uṇādisūtra -s are studied along with other foundational texts, such as Pāṇini’s Aṣṭādhyāyī, contributing to a comprehensive understanding of Saṃskṛta linguistic principles and structures.

The text analyzes the prakṛti-pratyaya structure of several nouns. Needless to say, a study of the Aṣṭādhyāyī and Uṇādi-sūtra-s are complementary to each other. The author of the Siddhāntakaumudī- Bhattoji Dīkṣita also dedicates an entire segment to the Uṇādi-sūtra-s in the aforesaid text. The knowledge of etymology benefits the students of Saṃskṛta as it enhances their understanding of the language and develops linguistic analysis skills for a profound understanding of traditional texts.

Duration: 19-2-24 to 19-6-24.
Timings: 08:30 PM to 09:30 PM
Sessions: 60 sessions, three per week (Monday, Wednesday, and Friday)

Eligibility:
• Proficiency in Saṃskṛta (equivalent to graduation/BA/Shastri level)
• Basic command over the Aṣṭādhyāyī
• Keen interest in learning
Medium: Saṃskṛtam
Fees: INR 3000 (for participants residing in India)
$100 (for participants residing outside India)

Last date for applying: February 15, 2024
Commencement of the classes: February 19, 2024

Please note: The eligible participants will be informed about the payment link after screening the applications received.
 
Click on the link to apply https://forms.office.com/r/3h1FPGJq9C
or Scan the QR code in the flyer
                                             
A certificate will be awarded after submitting all assignments and the course-end exam.

75% of attendance is mandatory.

Kindly find the attached flyer and spread this information in your circle. Interested people may join. 

Thanking you in advance.

With best regards

Dr. B Rajeswara Rao
Assistant Professor, Amrita Darshanam,
Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Chennai 601076

rajeswarbhandaru@gmail.com

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Regards,

Dr. Manish Rajan Walvekar

Assistant Professor (Senior Grade) and Centre Coordinator

Amrita Darshanam International Centre for Spiritual Studies

Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham

Bangalore.

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