नदीस्तोत्रात् अन्तरङ्गशुद्धिः
Inner Purification through Stotra-s of the Indian Rivers
This course brings together three beautiful Stotra-s composed by Adi Shankaracharya in praise of the sacred rivers of Bharata - Narmadashtakam, Gangashtakam, and Yamunashtakam. These hymns celebrate the sanctity and purifying power of the sacred rivers, not merely at a physical level but also as a means of inner purification. Through these compositions, Adi Shankaracharya highlights how the path of Bhakti can cleanse the mind, refine one’s thoughts, and guide seekers towards inner clarity and spiritual purity.
In this course, Smt. Ramya Mangala Lakshmi will guide learners in chanting these Stotra-s with proper pronunciation, rhythm, and devotion. The course is designed to help participants cultivate a meaningful and sustainable daily practice while experiencing the devotional and contemplative essence of these timeless compositions.
This is the first part in the 3 part series of the chanting course.
About the Course
What will you gain from this course? (Key Benefits / Learning Outcomes)
- Gain a meaningful introduction to the River (Nadi) Stotra-s composed by Adi Shankaracharya.
- Ability to chant the Stotra-s independently with Uccharana-Shuddhata
(proper pronunciation and diction). - Develop a deeper connection to bhakti and mental purification through simple yet profound compositions of Adi Shankaracharya.
What are the materials/support you get?
- Live, Interactive Sessions – High-quality online classes that encourage questions, discussions, and active participation.
- Unlimited Access to Recordings – Access all class recordings and course content (audio and video) anytime, for revision or missed sessions.
- Scripts of all the three Stotram-s available in six languages (Devanagari, English, Kannada, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam).
What are the prerequisites to get the best out of this course? (Eligibility)
- No prior exposure to the Sanskrit language is required.
- Familiarity with the Devanagari script is beneficial for understanding finer nuances of pronunciation.
What is the effort required to complete this course?
This is a 1-credit course, with a total expected student effort of 25 - 30 hours.
Effort Breakup
Lectures - 6 hours
Self-Study - 15 hours
Assessments - 5 hours
1 Credit - 30 hours (approx.) of learner-effort comprising all learning activities which is inclusive of attending live sessions, listening to the recorded class material and completing the assessments prescribed for the course.
Nadi Stotra Mala - Assessment details
Total Marks - 100
Syllabus - All the 3 Stotra-s taught in the class
Pass Criteria - Score of 60% and above
- Kantapaatha (Memorisation) - Sunday, 28th June 2026 between 2:00 - 4:00 PM IST
- Paarayanam - Saturday, 27th June 2026 between 8.30 - 10.30 AM IST and 7:00 - 9:00 PM IST
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This course on Adi Shankaracharya’s Nadi Stotra Mala focuses on learning and chanting Narmadashtakam, Gangashtakam, and Yamunashtakam. Learners will be guided step-by-step in correct pronunciation (Uccharana), proper chanting, and understanding the meaning (Artha) of each verse.
The course helps build clarity in chanting, develop familiarity with the structure of the Stotra-s, and deepen one’s connection to the sacred rivers through Bhakti (devotion). With regular practice, participants will be able to chant these Stotra-s confidently and incorporate them into their daily Sadhana.
Three selected Nadi Stotra-s composed by Adi Shankaracharya:
Nadi Stotra Mala – Stotra-s glorifying sacred rivers of Bharatam
- Gangashtakam – 9 Shloka-s
- Yamunashtakam - 8 Shloka-s
- Narmadashtakam - 9 Shloka-s
Yes. Completion of the assessment with a minimum score of 60% required for certification from Vyoma Labs.
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