Rajanaka: A Path of Learning, Spirit, and Shared Humanity
Rooted in South Indian wisdom and global humanist traditions, Rajanaka is a community of seekers exploring mythology, yoga, philosophy, and the arts—not to find doctrine, but to deepen understanding, cultivate compassion, and live with intention.
About Rajanaka
Rajanaka is a tradition of learning rooted in South Indian wisdom and shaped by global humanist inquiry. We explore mythology, yoga, art, literature, and philosophy as a way to better understand ourselves and the world. With no fixed doctrines, Rajanaka is a spacious, inclusive conversation—a community of curious seekers committed to reflective study, compassion, and shared human possibility.
Calendar
Our calendar of seminars and retreats brings Rajanaka to cities around the world. If you are interested in hosting Douglas for a weekend seminar, write to us at douglas@rajanaka.com. If you’re interested in attending, check out the links for contact information with our hosts. Everyone is welcome. We learn together in conversation with stories, practices, and plenty of humor.
Courses
Our Audio Courses are called the Śrividyālāya Archive and offer an extensive body of learning with hundreds of hours of listening available. We have courses for beginners and those less experienced with the history and philosophies of yoga traditions as well as more advanced materials. It’s like going to college but this time serious learning that speaks to the heart and is way more fun.
Books
Our selection of books continues to grow. With the Student’s Edition of the Bhagavadgītā in Translation you will find a readable and reliable work that can be used in any context. The reprint of Poised for Grace is a guide to the Gītā based on a Tantric reading. There are also links to scholarly work and much more coming, including audio and e-book versions. We expect at least one new translation, work of storytelling, or study each year.
Blog
There is an extensive body of writings in Blogspot form available for free. Our three blogspots cover very different materials. Rajanaka Sammelana centers on the study of yoga, Rajanaka teachings, stories abourt Appa, and deep learning. Rajanaka Ādeśa is a collection of notes, bits and pieces and short commentaries based on Rajanaka studies. Contrariety centers on secular commentary, writings on politics, philosophy, history, and contemporary critical studies. Check out our links, there are dozens from which to choose.
Get in touch
Have a question, curiosity, or just want to connect? We’d love to hear from you. Reach out and let’s start a conversation.