JET New Jersey currently offers 7 Prajna modules, starting with Module 1 and going up to Module 7 plus two other special modules for older kids (10 years and above that can recite slokas clearly) and Teenagers. These two modules are Teenage-1 & 2. All Prajna modules begin with a 20 minute introductory Yoga session.
In addition some centers also offer Language (Telugu, Hindi & Sanskrit) classes and Music & Yoga and Dance (Kuchipudi and Bharatnatyam) classes. Please note that not all centers offer all the classes listed here. Only the Jeeyar Asramam Center offers all classes listed. Please contact the center directly for the schedule and classes offered.
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Module 1
Overview
In this course, the students will learn important slokas, festivals, bhajans and meditation.
Prerequisites
Any student 4 years or older is welcome to join this module.
Course Objectives
In this module the students will:
- Learn how to pronounce Sanskrit vowels and consonant sounds.
- Learn bhajans (Adisesha, Hari Narayana, Srinivasa Govinda, Krishnanada, Govinda Jai Jai, Radhe Radhe).
- Learn to chant important slokas for every day use – slokas for showing gratitude to Nature and God, removing hindrances, excelling in studies, improving memory skills, improving health etc.
- Introduction to avatars of Lord Vishnu
- Learn about sages(Rishis) and their contributions to the mankind.
- Learn about famous devotees.
- Discover the traditions and culture of Vedic Lineage.
- Understand the importance of Festivals and learn about few important festivals.
- Learn basic Yoga and meditation.
Module 2
Overview
In this course, the students will learn some important sthothras, bhajans, about respecting mother, father, festivals and famous devotees.
Prerequisites
Complete Module 1.
Course Objectives
In this module the students will:
- Learn Sanskrit phonetics
- Learn bhajans
- Learn to chant Sri Krishna Astakam, Hari Astakam, Panchayudha Sthothram, Sloka Dvayam, Sloka Trayam, Paratwadi Panchakam, Paramartha Sloka Dvayam, Guru Parampara & Sri Lakshmi Ashtottaram.
- learn stories related to Matrhu Devobhava and Pithru Devobhava (devotion to mother & father)
- Understand the importance of Festivals and learn about few important festivals.
- Discover the traditions and culture of Vedic Lineage – Level 2
- Stories of Matrudevobhava and Pithrudevobhava
- Practice Meditation and Yoga
- Participate in activities related to classroom learning
Module 3
Overview
In this course, the students will learn Hayagriva Sthothram, Goda Chathusloki and Kantha Chathusloki, Stories related to Acharya Devobhava and Sneham(friendship), about Sages and their contributions, festivals, stories of devotees, Community Service, bhajans, and meditation
Prerequisites
Complete Module 2.
Course Objectives
In this module the students will:
- Learn bhajans
- Learn Hayagriva Sthothram, Goda Chathusloki and Kantha Chathusloki
- Learn Stories related to Acharya Devobhava and Sneham
- Participate in activities related to classroom learning
- Practice Meditation and Yoga
- Learn about the importance of Community Service
Module 4
Overview
Prerequisites
Complete Module 3.
Course Objectives
In this module the students will learn:
- Learn bhajans
- Learn Sri Vishnu Sahasranama Sthothram
- Learn Stories related to Jnanam and Maata Theeru
- Learn about the importance of Community Service
- Learn about sages and their contributions to the mankind – Level 2
- Practice Meditation and Yoga
- Participate in activities related to classroom learning
Module 5
Overview
Prerequisites
Complete Module 4
Course Objectives
In this module the students will:
- Learn Srimad Bhagavat Gita – Chapter 1
- Sri Adithya Hrudayam
- Learn Stories related to Kruthajnatha
- Learn about Sages Agasthya and Vasishta
- Practice Meditation and Yoga
- Participate in activities related to classroom learning
- Importance of volunteering
Module 6
Overview
Prerequisites
Complete Module 5
Course Objectives
In this module the students will:
- Learn Srimad Bhagavat Gita – Chapter 2 and
- Sankhshepa Ramayanam
- Learn about sages Viswamithra, Jadabharatha, VedaVyasa, Bharadwaja and Sukha
- Practice Meditation and Yoga
- Participate in activities related to classroom learning
- Volunteering
Module 7
Overview
Prerequisites
Complete Module 6
Course Objectives
In this module the students will:
- Learn Srimad Bhagavat Gita – Chapter 3,4 & 5
- Learn about sages Yagnavalkhya, Vasistha and MathruPithru stories
- Practice Meditation and Yoga
- Volunteering
- Participate in activities related to classroom learning