The ISKCON
Disciples Course is a program which deepens devotees
understanding of guru-tattva and guru padasraya within the
multiple guru environment of ISKCON.
The course
is recommended for all initiated devotees, as well as new
devotees preparing to take initiation in ISKCON. It is
especially recommended for leaders, preachers, counselors and
educators in ISKCON.
Some may even teach the course in their local areas on an
ongoing basis.
The course
was developed under the direction of the GBC Guru Services
Committee, with the combined efforts of leading educators in
ISKCON.
The course is based on the teachings of Srila Prabhupada and
current ISKCON Law and gives reference to the writings from the
broader Gaudiya Vaisnava tradition.
The 14
lessons include power point presentations, interactive workshops
and assessment exercises.
Topics covered in the course:
Guru Tattva and the parampara
system
Srila Prabhupada: ISKCON Founder Acharya and
pre-emminent guru
Types of Gurus
Relationship between Gurus and ISKCON
representatives.
Gurus outside ISKCON
Guru Pradasraya
Following initiation vows
Selecting a guru
Guru Puja and Vyasa Puja
Worship of ISKCON Gurus
Guru Vapu & Vani Seva
Gura Tyaga
Developing working relationships within a
multi-guru environment.