Master the Art of Meditation: Dhyana & Raja Yoga Training
Dhyana: Meditation as one of the Paths of yoga (Bhagavad Gita)
In an age of constant distraction, mastering the mind is the ultimate superpower. Dhyana Yoga, the Yoga of Meditation, is the sacred discipline of focus that leads to the direct perception of the inner Self (Atman).
Guided by Pedro Nonell—a preeminent expert on the Bhagavad Gita, Vedanta, and the spiritual legacies of Sri Ramakrishna and Swami Vivekananda—this course bridges the profound wisdom of the Gita with the structural precision of Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras.
Whether you are looking to deepen your personal practice or provide professional guidance to others, this training offers the philosophical depth and practical techniques required to achieve true equanimity and God-realization.
Professor:
Pedro Nonell (Expert and translator into Spanish of the Bhagavad Gita and Vivekananda)
Direct Perception of the Atman: The Path of Dhyana Yoga
The main objective of the course taught by the Bhagavad Gita Institute is to know the foundations and importance of Dhyana Yoga, the Yoga of Meditation as defined in the Bhagavad Gita (Philosophy of Yoga), Raja Yoga and its relationship with yoga Sutras of .
Yoga Sastra: Yoga Sutras of Patanjali and the Bhagavad Gita
- Training duration: 6 weeks/ 8 ECTS (European Credit Transfer System)
- Fees: 149 Euros
- PDF Catalog of the Dhyana Yoga Course
- Admission Form (Word)
Listen to the video of Pedro Nonell with English subtitles
- How to study the Bhagavad Gita online (PDF)
- Course coordinator: (My mission in relation to the Bhagavad Gita)
- This course is part of the Master in Bhagavad Gita, and the Science and the Philosophy of Yoga
Curso Dhyana Yoga (Raja, Sutras) Meditación 
Course Dhyanaioga.
In the Bhagavad Gita, the Yoga of Meditation (Dhyana Yoga) is the path that through meditation leads to the direct perception of the inner self (Atman). Once Atman is realized, man attains enlightenment, merges with the Lord and sees Him in all beings and objects.
According to Swami Vivekananda, Dhyana Yoga and detachment are necessary for any of the three main paths of Yoga:
For Sri Swami Sivananda, Raja Yoga is suitable for the mystical man; Swami Vidya Prakashananda stated that to achieve success in Dhyana Yoga, selfless action (Nishkama Karma) must be the means.
Course Subjects: Dhyana Yoga
1- Chapter 6- The Yoga of Meditation (Dhyana)
- Introduction and summary of Chapter 6 - The Yoga of Meditation
- Chapter reading VI - The Yoga of Meditation (Gandhi's Gita, Sivananda):
- Key topics:
- Shlokas 1-4: Nishkama Karma and Karma Yoga (action performed without any expectation of its fruits or results). The Yogi as Sage and Sannyasin
- Shlokas 5-6: Self-conquest of the Self (Atman)
- Shlokas 7-10: Profile of the self-conquered yogi
- Shlokas 11-32: The practice of meditation (Dhyana Yoga)
- Shlokas 32-36: Self-control of the mind and yoga
- Shlokas 37-47: The destiny of one who has faith but distances himself from yoga. Bhakti and Dhyana Yoga
- Reading the versified adaptation of this chapter
- Analysis of each verse and its comments from chapter Dhyana Yoga (Gita Makaranadam by Swami Vidya Prakashananda in Spanish)
- Readings by Swami Vivekananda and Sri Ramakrishna related to the Chapter 6 - The Yoga of Meditation
- Exercises of Chapter 6 - The Yoga of Meditation
Study process of Chapter 6 of the Bhagavad Gita:
2- Introduction to the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali and its relationship with the Bhagavad Gita (Philosophy of Yoga)
3- Raja Yoga by (Philosophy of Yoga)
4- Yoga Sutras of Patanjali by
The final exam is based on in-depth research work on Dhyana Yoga (Yoga Philosophy), especially valuing that its results can benefit the yogic community and/or humanity.
Title: The student who passes the exercises and obtains a favorable report from his teacher will receive the diploma: “Advanced course of Dhyana Yoga (Bhagavad Gita).”
Online training study methodology
Language: course available in English and/or Spanish. The shlokas are also in Hindi
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Who is Pedro Nonell?
Pedro Nonell is an internationally recognized expert and translator of the Bhagavad Gita and the works of Swami Vivekananda. He specializes in making Advaita Vedanta and Raja Yoga accessible to the modern world.
What is the difference between Dhyana and Raja Yoga?
In our curriculum, Dhyana Yoga refers specifically to the "Yoga of Meditation" as taught in Chapter 6 of the Gita, while Raja Yoga (the "Royal Path") encompasses the eight-fold path of Patanjali. Together, they provide a complete system for self-mastery.
How long is the training?
The course is structured as a 6-week intensive (8 ECTS credits), providing a rigorous yet flexible framework for students and professionals.
Do I need prior experience in meditation?
While beginners are welcome, the course is "Advanced" in its philosophical depth. It is designed to convert seekers into knowledgeable practitioners by focusing on "Nishkama Karma" (selfless action) as a foundation for meditative success.
Conclusion
True meditation is more than just sitting in silence; it is the science of self-conquest. By studying Dhyana and Raja Yoga with Pedro Nonell, you are entering a lineage of wisdom that empowers you to control the restless mind and see God within yourself and all beings.
This course is your invitation to move beyond the surface of life and experience the profound peace of the Atman.
Start your journey toward enlightenment and professional excellence today.
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