Pujya Swami Dayananda Saraswati
Sri Swami Dayananda Saraswati was a distinguished, traditional teacher of Vedanta. His in-depth understanding and nuanced appreciation of Western culture made him that rare teacher who communicated the vision of non-duality to modern listeners. He was able to make one see, with immediacy, the truth of oneself as the whole. Swami Dayananda taught Vedanta in India for more than four decades, and around the world since 1976. In his public talks abroad, Swamiji had spoken at many of the most prestigious American universities and had addressed international conventions, UNESCO and the United Nations, where he participated in the Millennium Peace Summit.
Swami Viditatmananda Saraswati
Sri Swami Viditatmanandaji, a disciple of Sri Swami Dayananda Saraswati, expounds Vedanta with a simplicity and directness that make it easy to assimilate. Having lived and worked in the United States prior to becoming a renunciate, Swami Viditatmanandaji is familiar with the lifestyles in India and the West. With his insight into both cultures, he reaches out to everyone with equal ease.
Swami Tattvavidananda
Swami Tattvavidananda is a true pandita in both a classical and modern sense. His Vedic studies began in childhood, first under the tutelage of his father, a well-known scholar, and later in a traditional patashala. He excelled in his Vedic studies and at the age of 11 was encouraged to begin modern academic studies. A brilliant student, he ultimately earned a Ph.D in Chemistry, and enjoyed a succesful scientific career. Swamiji continued to retain his connection to his Vedic roots, and at the instigation of colleagues, presented some of his thoughts on the Veda as a formal Ph.D. dissertation. This won him a Gold Medal and a second doctorate, this time in Sanskrit. Although steeped in traditional Vedic learning, Swami Tattvavidanandaji considers his search for understanding Vedanta ended only when he finally heard Pujya Swamiji, about ten years ago.
Swami Pratyagbodhananda
Swami Pratyagbodhananda was an embodiment of love, service and generosity. He truly loved Pujya Swamiji and sought every occasion to spend time with Pujya Swamiji, study from him and serve him. Swamiji was instrumental in bringing many aspirants to Pujya Swamiji. He touched the heart of whoever came in contact with him and always displayed care and concern for their well-being. He loved to teach Vedanta as well as Srimad Bhagavatam and has left lasting impression in the hearts of many with his knowledge, devotion, generosity and humor. Swamiji served his Guru till the last moment and departed at the feet of the Guru to merge into the Guru.
