Vedika Sangha
Our Community Gatherings
The Sunday Sangha: A Decade of Community, Wisdom, and Healing
For ten years, Vedika Global opened its doors on the first Sunday of every month, offering a sacred space where knowledge, nourishment, and togetherness blossomed. Under the guidance of Acharya Shunya, students and community members gathered in this open-hearted Sangha, a true community of seekers inspired by the Vedic vision of oneness and collective well-being.
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From early morning until late afternoon, visitors experienced a sanctuary for learning and connection. They were welcomed with freshly prepared Ayurvedic meals, workshops filled with life-enhancing skills and insights, and special guest lectures that drew from the wellspring of Vedic wisdom. Each gathering reminded attendees of a universal truth: we are all part of a conscious, interconnected community.
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Fortunately abulk of these 'Sangha' recordings can be found on Vedika Global's Youtube channel.
Fragrance is healing!
The Spring Sangha on Medicinal flowers vowed everyone and filled them with joy!
Yoga together!
The communal space was used to practice asanas with an Ayurvedic angle!
Connection is Medicine
Meeting souls committed to Vedic wisdom, growth and personal evolution makes all the difference!
Education is Paramount
The Sangha gathering in which attendees learnt about the power and potential of Holy Basil (Tusli), was memorable to say the least!
Blessings abound!
Vedic Mantras, collective blessing rituals for world peace and wellbeing.
Learning together
Our community learning immersions included touching, tasting and smelling healing ingredients!
Connection is Medicine
Meeting new people from all walks of life, religions and cultures in itself was medicine!
A tiny donation box!
We asked for very little. We give back many times more because it came from our heart!
Homeamde buttermilk!
The 2000 year old buttermilkk recipe with Ayurvedic spice sthat change by the season was a hit!
Children's Sangha!
Children were often the target of our focus- the future healthy and happy citizens of our world!
Food is Medicine
Our Vedika kicthen churned out fresh cooked Ayurvedic meals for hundreds of attendees, all cooked by our student volunteers!
Education is Paramount
The Sangha gathering in which attendees learnt about the power and potential of Holy Basil (Tusli), was memorable to say the least!
Growing is healing!
The Earth-day Sangha on planting herbs and veggies was a joy!
Valued Guest teachers!
Many a times valued guest teachers were invited to share their gems of wisdom!
Cooking is Medicine
Our very own Chef Sanjai regailed the crowds with his orginal Ayurvedic recipes, that they then got to taste!
Beauty is healing!
The Sangha on Ayurvedic skin care with all natural ingredents was not only popular but deeply gratfying to all!
Why Community Matters in the Vedic Tradition
The Vedas teach that individuals are intrinsically linked to the whole; personal health, spiritual growth, and mental well-being are interwoven with the collective. In this spirit, the sages envisioned a world where the individual and the community thrive in unity. In the words of the Rig Veda, “One fire burns in many ways; one sun illumines the world; one dawn dispels the darkness of night. All that exists is One.” (Rig Veda 8.58.2). This ancient vision inspired Vedika Global’s Sunday Sangha gatherings, creating an inclusive space where all could experience the blessings of oneness and shared purpose.
A Legacy of Service and Shared Wisdom
Through these Sunday gatherings, Vedika Global fulfilled a vital role in the community. The events not only offered teachings in Ayurveda, Yoga, and Vedanta but also encouraged participants to embrace self-care, deepen their self-awareness, and ignite their own transformation. Attendees were supported in their journey to reclaim health, balance, and inner strength—fostering a ripple effect of wellness throughout the community.
What the Sangha Offered:
Holistic Healing: The gatherings featured Ayurvedic tips for body and mind, promoting a vibrant state of health and well-being.
Spiritual Growth: Attendees delved into the inner sciences of Yoga and Vedanta, gaining insights into meditation, self-awareness, and spiritual empowerment.
Vedic Values and Community Bonding: Sangha members explored and embraced shared values rooted in Vedic wisdom, such as compassion, truth, non-violence, and community cooperation.
In alignment with the Vedic ideal, these monthly gatherings reminded participants that true health and happiness emerge not only from personal effort but from building a harmonious community. The blessings of connection, healing, and shared joy continue to be the foundation of Vedika Global’s mission, inspiring individuals to unite in spirit, for themselves and for all of humanity.