Testimonials
Srinivas Sivasubramanian
(Sanskrit for Beginners, 2025-26)
"The passion the teachers show to teach and learn Sanskrit at the same time is amazing. They give 200% for every class giving opportunity to every student to learn.”
Anjana Krishnaswamy Sosale
(Sanskrit for Beginners, 2025-26)
"The Beginners Course (Samsbashanam & Praveśa) is much more than a language class; it is a truly inspiring journey into the beauty of Sanskrit. The enthusiasm of the teachers, their clear and systematic explanations, and their constant encouragement motivate students to learn with confidence and joy. They patiently guide us through grammar, sentence construction, conversations, and literature, making even challenging topics easy to understand. What makes this course especially remarkable is the dedication of the teachers / volunteers beyond the regular classroom sessions. The additional study group meetings, homework discussions, revision classes, and doubt-clearing sessions provide invaluable support and ensure that no student is left behind. These extra efforts create a nurturing learning environment where students feel encouraged to participate, ask questions, and steadily improve their language skills. Equally inspiring is the sense of community that has developed among the learners. The opportunity to learn together, practise Sanskrit conversations, share knowledge, and support one another makes the learning experience enjoyable and meaningful. The teachers not only impart knowledge but also instill a genuine love and appreciation for Sanskrit and its rich cultural heritage. Their efforts remind us that teaching Sanskrit is not merely the transmission of a language, but the sharing of a timeless tradition and a priceless cultural treasure. I offer my sincere gratitude and respectful pranāmas to all the teachers and organizers who make this noble work possible.”
Shweta Pawar
(Sanskrit for Beginners, 2025-26)
"The Beginners Course (Samsbashanam & Praveśa) is highly recommended for both beginners and individuals seeking to refresh their foundational knowledge of the Sanskrit langage. The curriculum is well-paced and the instructors are dedicated to student progress, offering extra assistance whenever needed.”
Himani Pandit
(Sanskrit for Beginners, 2025-26)
"Absolutely amazing अत्युत्तमं। A really nice course to learn from the basics. All Guru's were approachable, non-judgemental and inclusive. They provided support to every individual at the required level and proper guidance.”
Kiran R Tewari
(Sanskrit for Beginners, 2025-26)
"Learning is a journey, yes with Sanskrut Bhakti , I have seen a transition towards not only my understanding but the beauty with which it becomes a part of you . Thank you for making us appreciate the beauty of this language and showing so much patience with us. If you are a beginner and want to take a first step, without a thought you are at a right place.”
Dr Sudha Shah
(Sanskrit for Beginners, 2025-26)
"My Journey in Learning Sanskrit I have always had a passion for learning Sanskrit. Before joining Sanskrut Bhakti's (SB) class, I had tried joining a few different Sanskrit groups, but the consistency of the classes varied. I often felt that I had very little knowledge and found it difficult to keep up with others in the group. As a result, I began to feel that perhaps learning Sanskrit was beyond me. I was then introduced by a friend to SB's class. From the beginning, Bharat ji encouraged me and, most importantly, impressed upon me that if I really wanted to learn Sanskrit, I should commit myself to learning properly and take examinations. His words, “You should learn and do the exams, otherwise you will never learn,” stayed with me. That encouragement gave me the confidence and motivation to take the course seriously. I have been attending the course for a few months and have learned the basics of Sanskrit. What has impressed me most is the dedication and patience of Bharatji and the three other teachers, Ambiji, Divyaji and Lavanyaji. I have rarely come across teachers who devote so much time and effort to helping their students learn and progress. Another aspect of the course that I have found extremely helpful is the additional learning material provided to support our studies. We are given Quizlets, detailed notes, recordings of the classes, practice and test papers, videos and other resources. These materials allow us to revise at our own pace and reinforce what we learn during the lessons. We also have a weekly group discussion, which I have found particularly valuable. It gives us an opportunity to practise what we have learned, ask questions, clarify our doubts and learn from one another. The discussions have helped me understand the language better and have gradually increased my confidence in using Sanskrit. The classes have given me a strong foundation and, more importantly, the confidence to continue my Sanskrit journey. I am very grateful to my friend for introducing me to SB's class and to Bharatji, Ambiji, Divyaji and Lavanyajifor their encouragement, patience and dedication. I would wholeheartedly recommend this course to anyone who has a genuine interest in learning Sanskrit. Whether you are a complete beginner or have tried learning before, the guidance, resources and encouragement provided here can make a real difference. I look forward to continuing my Sanskrit studies and deepening my understanding of this beautiful and profound language.”
Anonymous
(Sanskrit for Beginners, 2025-26)
"I feel truly fortunate to have had the opportunity to learn Sanskrit from such wonderful and dedicated gurus. Learning Sanskrit has been a beautiful and enriching experience for me, and I am enjoying it more with every lesson. What touches me the most is the way you give your time and knowledge so generously, completely on a voluntary basis. Your patience, kindness, and wholehearted dedication are truly inspiring. You never make me feel hesitant about asking questions, even when I find something difficult, and you always take the time to explain things with such care. Your encouragement has given me confidence and made Sanskrit feel much more approachable and enjoyable. I deeply appreciate not only what you teach me, but also the warmth and enthusiasm with which you teach it. Thank you, dear Gurus, for giving your valuable time so selflessly and for sharing your knowledge with such a generous heart. I feel very grateful to be learning from you, and I hope to continue this beautiful journey of learning Sanskrit with your blessings and guidance. With heartfelt gratitude and respect, Thank you for everything. 🙏🌸”
Dilashani Fathers
(Sanskrit for Beginners, 2025-26)
"A great course for anyone wanting to learn Sanskrit. This course gives you the confidence to learn a beautiful language and to progress further.”
Nidhi Sharma
(Sanskrit for Beginners, 2024-25)
"The teachers n course are a blessing of god! Never could imagine such high quality of notes, lectures, n sooo much dedication from teachers end to ensure every single student in class gets full attention. Irrespective if u r an extreme beginner, they have immense patience to solve ur doubts n make sure u apply the learning’s in the class practice itself. Also the high quality charts n learning resources provided makes learning so easy n fun. They have surprise class tests that helps self evaluate. The tips n tricks provided will make your learning sooo fun n easy. Special thanks to Bharat Sir for motivating when we fail to trust ourselves, he always encouraged n gave extra push by showing more faith. Big shout out to Ambiji Sir, Bharat Sir, Divya Ma’am for always coming with different ways of learning”
Dilashani Fathers
(Sanskrit for Beginners, 2024-25)
"This course has given me the opportunity to learn Sanskrit which I have always wanted to do. The teaching staffs are dedicated volunteers and are always happy to help you with useful teaching aids and material. I found this course challenging but very interesting and I intend to take it further.”
Anonymous
(Sanskrit for Beginners, 2024-25)
"Excellent course run by very dedicated and supportive teachers”
Preesha Balan
(Sanskrit for Beginners, 2024-25)
"This is an excellent course for learning basics of Sanskrit. It is well structured and lot of efforts have gone in into structuring and executing the course. Huge gratitude to all the volunteers to dedicate their time for this.”
Annonymus
(Sanskrit for Beginners, 2024-25)
"Beginners level Sanskrit taught in English free of charge by patient, pleasant volunteers of Sanskrut Bhakti. This gives us insight into our original language which was lost by invaders. I wish all the newcomers with Sanskrit knowledge.”
Stefania Mangiacapra-Barker
(Sanskrit for Beginners, 2024-25)
"The patience of the teachers is admirable! They will support you in your learning and make the lessons enjoyable. You must be prepared to work hard, but it’s highly rewarding to be able to read Sanskrit after some lessons. I highly recommend this course.”
Jayshree Tailor
(Sanskrit for Beginners, 2024-25)
"I'm very glad that I attended the SB Beginners' Course as I have now learnt to read and write in Sanskrit. All the teachers were excellent and I'm very grateful for their dedication, time and effort they put in delivering the course. Dhanyavaadah.”
Vanita Jivanji
(Sanskrit for Beginners, 2024-25)
"The course was delivered professional with dedication and enthusiasm from experts who gave their time freely, this is such a wonderful opportunity to delve into our culture and develop an insight into it and continue to grow”
Pinki kumari Vikram
(Sanskrit for Beginners, 2024-25)
"Sanskrut Bhakti is a noble initiative run by extremely motivated, knowledgeable and passionate people selflessly. The course content is simple, yet challenges you to push yourself and learn. It has been an amazing experience to be part of these sessions and learn from amazing teachers. Thank you so much for your selfless service. Dhanyavadaha”
Alejandra De la O Tello
(Sanskrit for Beginners, 2024-25)
"I am deeply grateful to the teacher and staff for their invaluable support throughout my Sanskrit studies. Prior to enrolling in their program, I had taken a course at another institution but struggled to retain and apply what I had learned. It was only after joining this course that my understanding of Sanskrit truly began to take shape, and my ability to practice the
language improved significantly. For anyone seeking a rigorous and well-structured Sanskrit instruction, I highly recommend Sanskrut Bhakti. The instructors are not only highly knowledgeable in their field but also exceptionally patient, kind, and supportive. Their teaching approach fosters both clarity and confidence, making this an ideal environment for
academic growth in classical language studies.”
Pradeep Dvij
(Sanskrit for Beginners, 2024-25)
"It is the best Sanskrit class that I have ever been to including my time at school when I was supposed to learn it but in a class of 60 to 100 attention to individual students was lacking as well as medium of instruction was not English making it impossible for me to learn it well not even to a decent level. Only now I am learning this divine language to an acceptable level if not very good.”
Urmil Atter
(Sanskrit for Beginners, 2023-24)
"My heartfelt dhanyawadha to Divya Ji, Lavanya Ji, and Ambi Ji for teaching us Sanskrit with immense dedication. Because of their efforts and thoughtful planning each week, i managed to learn to read and make small sentences in Sanskrit. Their teachings have set a sound foundation for me to carry on learning until I reach a stage where I can speak, write and read fluently. Dhanayawada again.”
Dr. Andal Thirumalai
(Higher Level 2, 2023-24)
"I had no intention of continuing with Sanskrit classes after completing IGCSE and HL1. The weekly schedule was demanding. But I was encouraged and convinced otherwise by my Gurus and peers. And another remarkable year has flown by! I knew I had to be committed, but the commitment of our Guru Sri Abnashji was much more than that of the students. He puts in hours of research every day, prepares materials for the session and home work, always punctual, willing to stay back after every class to answer questions, and always enthusiastic. His attitude put us to shame and forced us to pull up our socks ! In preparation for the exam he puts us through practice sessions with past papers and instills confidence in each and every one of us. What more can I ask for in a Guru? Gurubhyonamaha.”
Anonymous
(IGCSE, 2023-24)
"I thoroughly ejoyed learning Sanskrut. The teachers are very helpful and all the sessions are well organised. ”
Sucharita Venkatesh
(Higher Level 2, 2023-24)
"It has been a pleasure to be part of the Higher Level 2. Abnashji takes great pains to ensure that everyone understands and he goes to a ton of effort to prepare for the classes, analysing the texts and the grammar which makes it much easier for us to grasp. He also consults the students on session formats and content and keeps adjusting so that we cover what is of most value to everyone. Geetaji does a great job of organising the classes, sharing materials and information in a very prompt and timely manner.”
Ravindra Norman
(IGCSE, 2023-24)
"Prior to joining this course I had studied the St. James books. This gave me a good foundation , but with the course I got a far better understanding of all the aspects of the language, as well getting regular inspiration and motivation.”
Vimi Woodun
(Sanskrit and Scriptures, 2023-24)
"So far, the teaching on our Scriptures has given me a valuable exposure & knowledge on the numerous prayers and sacred texts which exist in our Sanatan Dharma. The once weekly session unfolds the qualities and forms of our deities and their purpose/reason of their Avatara at a specific time. The sessions help enormously to connect with our own true self, simultaneously focusing on the Paramatma. Jayeshji (our Guruji) is young & very knowledgeable in Sanskrit. He happily shares his Divine knowledge with all of us. I have to also mention the dedication of Vatsalaji (Soni) who monitors the group and ensures everyone gets the chance to participate. I am proud to be part of Sanskrut Bhakti 🕉️”
Divya Srivastava
(Sanskrit and Scriptures, 2023-24)
"I started learning Sanskrit with Sanskrut-Bhakti in the middle of the pandemic, since then it has been a wonderful learning experience. After completing my IGCSE, I joined Scriptures classes and it is a great pleasure to learnt our ancient scriptures as well as Sanskrit language together. In two years, we have been through various scriptures and I am amazed to learn the philosophy, culture, heritage and the wisdom they provide us. I am grateful to all the teachers and admin support, specially Abnash ji , Jayesh ji and Vatsala ji for excellent teaching and support.”
Anonymous
(Sanskrit and Scriptures, 2023-24)
"Jayesh ji and Vatsala ji, I have learned a lot attending Sanskrit scripture classes. I have learned Sanskrit grammar, pronunciation, and where to pause, as well as meter stops. Jayshree ji is very approachable, and the class is easy-going. The setup is excellent, making learning easy. I would recommend anyone interested in learning to join the class.”
Shaila Pai
(Higher Level 1, 2023-24)
"It have been on an amazing journey of studying Sanskrit as a beginner. My teachers have been inspiring, patient and very encouraging. Their love and dedication to the subject is obvious and has rubbed off on me as a student. I would highly recommend this course. ”
Dyuti T R S V S
(Sanskrit for Beginners, 2023-24)
"This course was very knowledgeable. It was smooth transition from basics to one of the core topics. Truly worth attending. Got good opportunity to learn with peers from different age group and different parts of the globe. Thanks Sanskrut Bhakti! for such good venue for learning creatively.”
DYUTI T R S V S
(Sanskrit for Children, 2023-24)
"Highly informative and educative basics of Sanskrit. Systematic and well organized. Hemanth sir is extremely good in his teaching methods and is very helpful. Thanks to Sanskruta Bhakthi for giving such wonderful avenue for learning. ”
Shashi Mehta
(Higher Level 2, 2023-24)
"Huge thank you to SB and our Gurus.mainly Pujya Abnashji who is such a dedicated teacher and working tirelessly to provde us material and teaching so systematically,always ready to solve our difficulties, syllabus completed in time to give us time to revise in the classes and to practice past papers.Koti koti vandan to our Fantastic Gurus and SB to give this wonderful opportunity to learn our divine language to make our life prosperous ”
Reshma Virahsawmy
(Sanskrit for Beginners, 2023-24)
"Great course to learn Sanskrit. Teachers are very helpful and organised! Highly recommended for all beginners ”
Anonymous
(Sanskrit for Beginners, 2023-24)
"I was a complete beginner to Sanskrit. I have tremendously enjoyed and learnt a lot from the teachers Ambiji, Divyaji and Lavanyaji. After attending this course, I feel confident to join the IGCSE course. ”
Anonymous
(Sanskrit for Children, 2023-24)
"The teachers are very kind and revise thoroughly every week what the children learned. ”
Kumar Gaurav
(Sanskrit for Children, 2023-24)
"I am absolutely thrilled to share our wonderful experience with the children's Sanskrit class! As parents, we always seek opportunities that enrich our children's lives and knowledge, and this class has been a perfect fit. Hemant Ji's approach is genuinely captivating, making each lesson engaging and enjoyable for kids of all ages. They incorporate fun activities and storytelling that not only keep the children attentive but also foster a deep appreciation for the Sanskrit language and its cultural significance. Even though it's run as volunteer activity, the supportive environment and the personalised attention each student receives are commendable. The teachers are patient, knowledgeable, and passionate about spreading the love for Sanskrit among young minds. This class is a wonderful resource for any parent looking to introduce their child to a rich linguistic heritage. We are so glad to have found this program and highly recommend it to others!”
Richa Priya
(Sanskrit for Children, 2023-24)
"My daughter, Aadya (5 years old) has been attending the Sanskrit lessons since Sep 2023. The selfless effort put by SB teachers for every single child attending the session is so amazing and as a parent I can see remarkable difference in my child reading and understanding Sanskrit language at such an early age. I would definitely recommend SB classes for every child and at as early age as possible so that develop an understanding about our script and language from the very foundation.”
Mandy Slater
(IGCSE, 2023-24)
"I’ve not looked back since I signed up with Sanskrit Bhakti for the iGCSE course. This is a wonderful community that are very welcoming and supportive with very dedicated (and patient) tutors. I’ve learned so much in a short time and am now addicted to Sanskrit. I can’t wait to take it further at the Higher Level.”
Devina Devalekar
(IGCSE, 2023-24)
"Namaste… I wanted to learn Sanskrit for many years. I got the opportunity last year, but at the same time I was going through topsy and turvy because of my health issues…I almost lost my self confidence before joining this class. At the beginning I struggled a lot to memorise what I was learning. Missed many classes, but that determination was always there. So never gave up.. To be honest, this course has helped me a lot in finding myself… all the teachers and their selfless support has given me that extra boost to complete my exam…I may not get the good grades this year but I’ve gained the confidence to achieve it better in coming year in new course. Many thanks everyone for your support. I look forward to learn Sanskrit with you all.. many thanks SB team..🙏🙏”
Sanjla Nautiyal
(IGCSE, 2023-24)
"When my friend mentioned the Sanskrit iGCSE program, I promptly enrolled, and it turned out to be the best choice ever. The sessions have always started well on time, ensuring no time is wasted. Jayeshji has consistently been punctual and very patient in elucidating concepts, rendering this journey much simpler than anticipated. This curriculum has enhanced my Sanskrit comprehension, enunciation, syntax, and interpretation abilities significantly. I extend gratitude to the instructors Jayeshji, Ajitji, Markji, Andal ji, and Dr. Shashi Mehta ji for their dedication, energy, and endeavors in addressing our queries and facilitating the journey. I would like to also extend my heartiest gratitude for providing me an opportunity to recite Gita Shlokas on the Geeta Jayanti Mahotsav and also participating in the annual Sanskrut Bhakti event was great fun!! I intend to persist in my pursuit and excel further. ”
Venkataraman Madhavan
(IGCSE, 2023-24)
"I am ever grateful to the entire team of Samskrit Bhakti especially Jayeshji, Markji, Ajitji and Lavanyaji for leading us through the journey of learning Sanskrit. With your encouragement I would definitely like to continue my learning. Namaskara and thank you once again!”
Jayasri Gadepalli
(IGCSE, 2023-24)
"Namaste ! It was indeed a great experience ! Jayesh ji, thank you so much for teaching us with great dedication and enthusiasm. I'm very grateful for your constant encouragement and support. It is with your encouragement that we appeared for the IGCSE exam. You were always open for ideas and discussions. My second year with Sanskrut Bhakti. Joined as a beginner in Ambi ji's class and followed the path of IGCSE. Cant wait to enroll for Higher level now. Thank you Jayesh ji, Ambi ji, Mark ji, Ajit ji, Lavanya ji and Divya ji for teaching us.”
Alan Slater
(Sanskrit for Beginners, 2023-24)
"This is the first time I have tried to learn a language since leaving school 60 years ago. This is not an easy language but is worth learning. The various staff have been very supportive and I am going on to do IGCSE”
Mark Ragupathy
(IGCSE, 2023-24)
"When I registered with Sanskrit Bhakti's IGCSE 2023/24 course, I was skeptical considering my limited Sanskrit Knowledge and the enormity of the syllabus. However attending the lessons, my doubts disappeared and confidence ensued as the online lesson plans were well laid out, and easily accessible with WhatsApp providing all the lesson materials. timetable, exercises, past papers with answers, recordings of the previous lessons, etc. Whilst, Bharatji provided excellent admin support and Jayesji assisted by Mayuk ji conducted twice-per-week tutoring step-by-step learning programs encouraging student participation and individual mentoring. Furthermore, optional tutorials were run by enthusiastic, experienced, and easily approachable tutors which helped with revision and doubt clearance. Sanskrit Bhakti's high calibre enabled me not only to achieve the highest grade on the exam but also progress to Higher Level course. I would strongly recommend it to any aspirant.”
Shivani Dandavate
(IGCSE, 2023-24)
"I am so overwhelmed and thrilled to say that my sanskrit (Devabhasha) learning journey with Sanskrut Bhakti was so mesmerising and wonderful throughout the year. It has been a fun learning great experience which always reminds me my golden old days of school.The respected teachers from Sanskrut Bhakti are not only knowledgeable, but also very humble, honest and supportive. A big thank to you all Sanskrut Bhakti Group for their valuable time and brilliant support throughout the whole year! No wonder, they got the name “Sanskrut-Bhakti”, a pure devotion towards our ancient DEVABHASHA sanskrit. I would definitely recommend Sanskrut Bhakti to my friends and family ,whoever interested in learning Sanskrit”
Geetha Sathyanarayana
(IGCSE, 2023-24)
"The teaching staff and support is second to none. I found them excellent, accessible, encouraging, and inspiring to do my best. We all are treated like a family in the Zoom classes which are enjoyable, and you are encouraged to participate fully. Their gentle push was enough to take the plunge and sit for GCSE exams. Glad I did that because it has made me more focussed, and enjoy the learning of this beautiful ancient language with analytical approach that challenges intellectually. All my Gurus work voluntarily with great humility. I am deeply grateful to their dedication in providing very pleasant ‘back to school’ experience for me after a long gap. I am very blessed to be part of the Sanskrit Bhakti Parivaar, who are passionate about learning and promoting the divine language, Sanskrit.”
Shuman Dasgupta
(IGCSE, 2023-24)
"I can't emphasize enough how fortunate I feel to have been given the opportunity to study with Sanskrut Bhakti. The teaching staff are a highly committed and dedicated group of people who have supported me throughout this challenging course. The course also gave me the opportunity to engage in extra curricula activities such as doing recitations and meeting others in person and giving Sanskrit presentations. I cannot recommend this course highly enough. I am so fortunate to study with this group of people. The memory of this experience will stay with me forever.”
Dr Vayalil Pillai
(Sanskrit for Beginners, 2023-24)
"I throughly enjoyed the course.Now have better understanding of Bhagavat Gita Scripters and Prayers.The dedication of Teachers is comentable.”
Anonymous
(IGCSE, 2023-24)
"I thoroughly enjoyed attending this course and highly recommend this course for anyone who wants to learn Sanskrit.The Teachers were very helpful as well.”
Harshvardhan Jaiswal
(IGCSE, 2023-24)
"When I decided to take Sanskrit as a subject for my IGCSE I was really worried as there were no prescribed books and course content. But then I found Sanskrut bhakti while searching on the internet. The support and guidance all through my one year of preparation has been so good. Regular weekly classes which happens without fail. Ability to stay connected with your mentor and have all your doubts and questions answered. This has been one of my greatest learning experiences. Specifically I will like to thank my teachers Jayesh ji and Mark ji, who kept encouraging me and shared with me all the relevant material & knowledge which made my Sanskrit learning so much easier. I have fallen in love with this language and will continue pursuing it.”
Arvind Mistry
(IGCSE, 2023-24)
"Attending Sanskrit IGCSE CLASS was interesting and educational. Jayeshji, Markji and Ajitji were very good at teaching Sanskrit. They were polite and always helpful. Though they are not professional teachers they fulfilled our needs professionally.”
Anjani Shintre
(IGCSE, 2023-24)
"Sanskrit Bhakti are doing a stellar job of teaching Sanskrit. I attended most of the biweekly classes on offer. They always began well on time and our teacher Shri Jayeshji slowly and patiently took the whole class from our dithering steps at first to a far more confident walk with our reading, pronunciations, grammar and translations. Thanks to all the teachers, Markji, Ajitji, Jayramji, and many more ,all voluntarily giving up their precious time and efforts to make sure that this language Sanskrit, that forms a bedrock of our culture and civilization, our philosophy and Dharma is passed on to the next generations. My Namaskars and sincere gratitude to everyone in Sanskrit Bhakti. Thank you.”
Sangeeta Krishnan
(IGCSE, 2023-24)
"I have enjoyed my journey with SB. The teachers are marvelous -- dedicated, involved and ready to help.”
Shashidhar Kadaba Biligiri
(IGCSE, 2023-24)
"I'm thankful for Sanskrut Bhakti for making it possible to embark on my journey in Samskritam. Whether it's for the beginner who's looking to make a start Sanskrit learning or someone with more than a basic knowledge of Sanskrit, this is the course for one to be taking. Jayeshji has been so fabulous and patient in handling a group of people who were at different levels in their Sanskrit learning. It was a very fruitful and enjoyable experience overall. I'd definitely like to contribute in my own little way in future. जयतु संस्कृतं जयतु संस्कृति ”
Valli Venkayamma Puppala
(IGCSE, 2023-24)
"All teachers at SB provided dedicated service with patience to teach and answer all the doubts. ”
Renu Aggarwal
(Scriptures, 2023-24)
"I thouroughly enjoyed this course. In the beginning everything seemed very difficult. But in due course, thanks to our teacher for his continuous encouragement and commitment and the admin staff, it all fell in place. There were lots of resources and past papers which helped. The recordings of the lessons helped to catch up in the event of being absent. It was a lot of work and commitment from my (student's) perspective but overall it has been a very satisfying experience. I'd recommend anyone who is willing to spend couple of hours every week on top of the lesson times, to take the course.”
Anonymous
(Higher Level 1, 2022-23)
"Having successfully completed the IGCSE in middle of 2022, our batch was encouraged to embark on the pilot HL1 course set up by St James in collaboration with Sanskrut Bhakti. This was because the traditional AS/ A level Sanskrit exams set by the Cambridge Board was being discontinued. The syllabus taught in HL1 was akin to AS level. Credit goes to all the karyakars who worked behind the scenes to make this transition possible. Our heartfelt gratitude to them and especially our Gurus for sustaining our interest in this mighty mother of all languages - Sanskrit. It is to the credit of all the voluntary teachers and administrators that HL1 Sanskrit course is now offered to the new batch of students ( 23-24) and the original HL1 students have moved onto HL2. As a n HL2 student I feel privileged to be given this tremendous and rare opportunity and feel a deep sense of gratitude to my Gurus , especially Abnashji , for ”
Shylaja Venugopalapura
(Higher Level 1, 2022-23)
"I joined Sanskrut Bhakti as a complete novice . I was Sceptical about my competency but the support and encouragement from the gurus was incredible.Their dedication and commitment was a real inspiration to try my best.I completed the IGCSE but the urge to continue learning developed and I carried on with higher level 1 and currently studying for the A level.I can't thank Sanskrut Bhakti family for giving me this opportunity. ”
Dr. Chirag Parikh
(IGCSE, 2022-23)
"The IGCSE curriculum was well structured and all the teachers were helpful and supportive in helping us prepare for the examination.The peer learning was also very helpful.”
Anonymous
(IGCSE, 2021-22)
"I cannot believe that I was a complete beginner and total stranger to this great language up until 2 years ago. Thanks to the knowledge , commitment and dedication of the SB team of volunteer teachers and administrators I had a very inspiring and rewarding journey and continues to enjoy every session however challenging.”
Anonymous
(IGCSE, 2022-23)
"Joining Sanskrit Bhakti in order to learn Sanskrit has given me a great opportunity in getting involved in reading some of the most Divine & ancient texts of our Bharatvansh. So far, this has been an absolutely enjoyable journey not only into our Scriptures, but also back into the fun-filled childhood days at school. The unwavering support of all the teachers with continuous encouragement and patience helpes me to understand the language, taking me into our rich herritage. The journey goes on.....”
Aarti Sethia
(IGCSE, 2021-22)
"The dedication of the Gurus & support team is exemplary. This Sanskrit family inspires and educates in a patient, accessible and ultimately soulful experience. Whether you are good at studies or not, this team enables its students to flourish. A wonderful and uplifting experience!”
Shaila Pai
(IGCSE, 2022-23)
"I joined Sanskrut Bhakti classes as an absolute beginner with a great amount of trepidation. I need not have worried. My teachers were very kind, patient, encouraging and were very knowledgeable and motivated. I have made lifelong friendships and the Sanskrut Bhakti team feels like a big happy family. I am very grateful to all my teachers for all the help I got.”
Rashmi Shah
(IGCSE, 2021-22)
"This is wonderful course and all the gurus were very helpful. Apart from regular lessons the school had organised support classes who needed extra help and also created study groups towards exams for revision and help everyone. ”
Anjali Joshi
(IGCSE, 2021-22)
"I was in the first batch of Sanskrut Bhakti classes 2021. Online Classes with Sanskrut Bhakti have been so worthwhile! It has made a huge impact on my understanding of the Sanskrit language. It was a fun learning experience with our respected teachers. I have experienced a memorable journey of our classes and discussions with everyone which I am grateful for. A big thank you to all my respected teachers.”
Vimi Woodun
(IGCSE, 2021-22)
"I have started learning Sanskrit through the Sanskrut Bhakti team right in the middle of the pandemic! From the outset, it has been a wonderful experience. I am indebted to the Teachers/Gurujis for their hard work, dedication, understanding and for putting all their efforts in ensuring everyone is happy learning our divine language. Knowing each other only through Zoom classes & WhatsApp groups can only be defined as a deep soul connection, where we all have the same core values and beliefs.”
Dr Mayukh Gayen
(IGCSE, 2021-22)
"I attended the 2021-22 batch of the Sanskrit classes in preparation for the IGCSE exam in 2022. The teaching was absolutely brilliant and supportive with the teachers, extremely devoted and approachable, taught and addressed all queries from all students with utmost care and patience. It was a steep learning curve in the beginning, later focused on strengthening the foundations of the Sanskrit language. It was interesting to get different perspectives of a single topic from various teachers. Overall it resulted in a lifelong relationship with the teachers and fellow students, all in their quest of achieving excellence in Sanskrit together.”
Dr Indira Anand
(IGCSE, 2021-22)
"The deep interest, total dedication, and personal attention with which our teachers help us learn Sanskrit is nothing short of ‘Bhakti’. No wonder they call it Sanskrut Bhakti. We are deeply indebted to them for their voluntary and willing service.”
Dr Chandra Thanki
(IGCSE, 2021-22)
"I attended the Sanskrut Bhakti IGCSE Zoom classes and also managed to attempt the IGSCE exam covering Sanskrit Grammar and Epic Civilisation.I found the style of teaching, the brilliant support and the subsequent help with preparation for the exam really admirable. The teachers ( our Gurus) were very professional , supportive, and patient. I can not thank them enough for inspiring me to do my best, together with the help and attention they gave me. I would certainly recommend Sanskrut Bhakti classes to all interested in learning this beautiful ancient but grammatically precise language and Epic Civilisation of India.“
Dr Prameswara Iyer Ambikapathy
(IGCSE, 2021-22)
"My year of IGCSE Studentship was a very pleasant experience – with lots of fun and fears (which were negated by the Bhaktiful teachers!)”
Harsha Somiaya
(IGCSE, 2021-22)
"Best style of teaching by the most learned & friendly teachers with noble intentions. Thoroughly enjoyed the IGCSE course. Now I, a complete beginner, can fully write & actually read & understand some sanskrit & slokas. Absolutely recommend to anyone interested in learning Sanskrit”.