Satsanga Bhavana
A space for Study, Reflection, Clarity and Human transformation
Inspired by the life and teachings of Swami A. Parthasarathy, Satsanga Bhavana is an initiative of Konar Academy Charitable Trust (KACT), established by K. Raghuram Reddy, a devoted disciple of Swamiji.
Sat Sanga Bhavana situated at the heart of HSR Layout, provides a modern facility for focused learning and contemplative programmes.
Corporates, Education institutions, Spiritual organizations, Intellectual groups, Teachers, Thinkers, and Youth forums, may utilize this calm and conducive environment for conducting programmes involving intellectual and spiritual Study, Reflection, contemplation and transformation.
This place is not suitable for Religious, Political and Recreational Activities.
To promote the development of intellect through the systematic study of Vedanta and ancient Indian wisdom, enabling individuals to gain clarity, understand the deeper dimensions of life and progress towards Knowing Thy Self.
To make the timeless wisdom of Vedanta accessible and relevant to modern life, inspiring individuals to move beyond the pursuit of worldly gains towards the quest for eternal truth and self-knowledge.
The Missing Link in Modern Life
The primary objective of the Trust is to reach out to the youth with the profound wisdom of this Ancient Philosophy — The Art of Living; The Science of Being Eternal.
ಹೊಸ ಚಿಗುರು ಹಳೆ ಬೇರು ಕೂಡಿರಲು ಮರ ಸೊಬಗು ।
ಹೊಸಯುಕ್ತಿ ಹಳೆತತ್ವದೊಡಗೂಡೆ ಧರ್ಮ ॥
ಋಷಿವಾಕ್ಯದೊಡನೆ ವಿಜ್ಞಾನ ಕಲೆ ಮೇಳವಿಸೆ ।
ಜಸವು ಜನಜೀವನಕೆ – ಮಂಕುತಿಮ್ಮ ॥
The harmony of new thought with ancient wisdom — a timeless reflection on life, knowledge and human progress.
Ancient Wisdom, Modern Relevance
Hosa Chiguru
New sprouts / fresh leaves
Hale Beru
Old roots
Koodiralu
When they stay together
Mara Sobagu!
The tree looks beautiful / is healthy
Hosa Yukti
New techniques / new wisdom / science
Hale Tattvadoḍa-gūḍe
When combined with ancient philosophy / values
Dharma!!
Righteousness prevails
Ṛshi-vakyadoḍane
Along with the sayings / wisdom of ancient sages
Vijñāna Kale Meḷavise
When science and art blend harmoniously
Jasavu
Glory / happiness / prosperity
Jana-jeevana-ke!
For human life
Mankutimma
The philosophical signature/address used by
DV Gundappa in his work.
New knowledge finds its deepest meaning when it remains rooted in timeless wisdom.
THE ART OF LIVING • THE SCIENCE OF BEING ETERNALResources & Learning
The KACT facility is housed at Satsanga Bhavana, HSR Layout, Bangalore, India. It has a library and a well-equipped lecture hall to facilitate lectures, group discussions, study and research of ancient philosophy.
The academy conducts courses and programmes by eminent faculty and speakers, with a systematic syllabus on Vedantic philosophy: