Vision, Mission & Spiritual Leadership
A premium presentation of the guiding philosophy, charitable mission, and timeless spiritual leadership of Swami Chidananda Puri.
Vision
- 01To promote, foster, encourage, publish, teach, and disseminate Sanatana Dharma and philosophy as particularly expressed in the classical principles of Vedanta that teaches the essential oneness of all beings and thereby promoting unity in diversity.
- 02To follow and promote the teachings of Advaita Vedanta as per the vision and writings of the lineage of Adi Sankaracharya.
- 03To teach and share the ancient wisdom of Veda in the modern context to empower individuals and contributing to a more harmonious society.
Mission
- 01Conduct classes, discussion groups, camps, retreats, workshops, and other related activities to implement our vision.
- 02To promote, collaborate with and support similar organizations, cultural and other charitable organizations with similar vision.
- 03To translate, publish, print and distribute cultural books, journals, periodicals, and similar literature for educating Vedanta and Dharma.
- 04Engage in serving the underprivileged in local communities we serve for e.g. food relief, medical relief and counselling services.
Swami Chidananda Puri
Swami Chidananda Puri is a distinguished scholar of Advaita Vedanta and a prominent spiritual leader in India. In 1992, Swamiji established the Advaithashramam in Kolathur, Kerala, which serves as a center for deep spiritual inquiry.
As the Founder and Managing Trustee of the Sri Sankara Charitable Trust, he oversees 12 branches nationwide dedicated to disseminating the teachings of Sanatana Dharma through monthly classes, retreats, and long-term Vedanta courses.
Swamiji is a globally recognized orator, having conducted camps and lectures in over 15 countries, including the USA, UK, UAE, and Singapore.
Academic & Institutional Contributions
Beyond his monastic duties, Swamiji has bridged the gap between traditional wisdom and modern academia.
Academic Roles
Former Chair and Visiting Professor of Sanatana Dharma at the University of Calicut.
Editorial Work
Chief Editor of the monthly Malayalam magazine, Advaithasramam Sathsangam.
Authorship
Author of over 60 published books on spiritual and social ethics.
Key Positions
President of Margadarsaka Mandal (Kerala), Trustee of Adi Sankara Samskrutika Ekata Nyas, Madhya Pradesh and President of the Kerala Dharmacharya Sabha.
Established in California, USA
In 2025, Sankara Advaithashramam for Global Enlightenment (SAGE), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, was established in California, USA. Swamiji serves as the Permanent Director, guiding the organization’s global mission to share the teachings of Vedanta and Sanatana Dharma.
