Kali: The Power of Transformation
From Dr. Raj Balkaran’s “Faces of Power” Indian Goddess Series
Kali
Born of Durga’s wrath to devour demons, Kali represents Destruction and Transformation.
Description
What does the Indian Goddesses Kali represent? How can she aid in your personal journey?
Indian Goddesses are associated with the ancient Sanskrit word for “power” (shakti). Each Goddess personifies a specific energy which seekers can invoke for their personal development. Hence the “Faces of Power” series.
This session explores a key personifications of Power from ancient India’s Goddess traditions: Kali. It interweaves religious, philosophical and narrative strands to elucidate this Goddesses role as an archetypal force. You will come to know her rich symbolisms with an eye to the role she might play in your own life journey.
No previous knowledge or training is required to benefit from this series, provided you are interested in the topic.
You will learn about Kali’s
narratives (form the Devi Mahatmya, “The Greatness of the Goddess”
iconography
significations
archetypal energy
utility in your life
Each interactive Zoom session consists of
academic lecture
live storytelling
Sanskrit verses
life wisdom
group discussion
Final 2020 Offering!
Saturday, December 12, 2020
11am-1pm PST | 2pm-4pm EST | 7pm-9pm GMT
Zoom: https://zoom.us/j/3079194627
Instructor
Dr. Raj Balkaran is an expert in Indian Goddess traditions. Skilled at applying ancient Indian teachings to modern life, he dovetails academic training, live storytelling, and life wisdom to nourish his students’ hearts and minds alike.
Dr. Raj in also an avid practitioner and initiate into ancient Goddess practices, which he has been engaged in for nearly two decades.