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Venkata Bhatta Das (Dr. Vineet Chander) | Harvard Bhakti Yoga Conference | Episode 103

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Venkata Bhatta Das (Dr. Vineet Chander) was born and raised in New York City and discovered the path of Krishna Bhakti in his youth, initially through the devotional community called New Vrindaban.  An initiated student of His Holiness Radhanath Swami for more than two decades, he is now a sought-after speaker and teacher in his own right. He is particularly known for his ability to infuse ancient wisdom with relevant examples and avenues for application. He has offered classes and seminars in several temples, ashrams, yoga studios, and online platforms.  In his professional life, Venkata is an Assistant Dean of Religious Life at Princeton University and serves as the institution’s Hindu Chaplain. His writing has appeared in several publications, and he is co-author of two academic volumes on Hinduism and spiritual care. He earned his JD (law degree) from the George Washington University Law School, his MA in religion from Rutgers University (where his advisor was Professor Edwin Bryant), and his doctorate from New York University.  Venkata and his wife, Krsangi Devi Dasi, were among the handful of pioneering community members who, in the early 2000s, came together to found the Bhakti Center in NYC. They have served the project in various roles, including as pujaris (temple priests), educators, mentors, and community group leaders.  Venkata served as a board member of the Bhakti Center for five years. Title of Session: Fear & Trembling: Unraveling the Mystery of Bhagavad Gita, Chapter 11 Connect with Venkata Bhatta Das: INSTAGRAM @venkatabhattadasaWEBSITE: https://religiouslife.princeton.edu/people/vineet-chander  This event is hosted by ✨ Happy Jack Yoga University ✨ www.happyjackyoga.com  ➡️ Facebook: /happyjackyoga ➡️ Instagram: @happyjackyoga Bhakti Yoga Conference at Harvard Divinity School Experience a one-of-a-kind online opportunity with 40+ renowned scholars, monks, yogis, and thought leaders! REGISTER FOR FREE: www.happyjackyoga.com/bhakti-...  This conference is your opportunity to immerse yourself in the wisdom of sincere practitioners as they address the questions and challenges faced by us all. Expect thought-provoking discussions, actionable insights, and a deeper understanding of cultivating Grace in an Age of Distraction and incorporating Bhakti Yoga into your daily life.

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