Santhananda Mutt Rishi Jnana Sadhanalayam Trust is a registered charitable trust dedicated to preserving the sublime and eternal values of Sanatana Dharma and to nurture a generation rooted in wisdom compassion and selfless services. Under the guidance of Pujya Swamini Devi Jnanabha Nishtananda Giri, and inspired by the divine presence of H.H Brahmasri Santhananda Giri Swamikal, the trust promotes the preservation and propogation of the rich heritage of Sanatana Dharma. Envisioning and Enlightened society that transcends the barriers of caste, creed and religion, the trust works towards creating a balanced world, where spiritual knowledge and social service go hand in hand, promoting peace fot all – especially the oppressed and marginalized.
In addition to its innumerable noble and inspiring activities like seminars salsangs, cultural meetings and spiritual discourses the trust runs Sree Santhananda Vidhyaniketan English Medium School (S.S.V.N.E.M.S), located on the serene and beauteores hill top at kallarakadavu, Pathanamthitta, Kerala. Envisaging a system education which energizes the mind and the body, thereby paving the way for perfection, the school provides an education combining acadamics excellence with cultural and spiritual grounding ensuring the holistic development of its students.
Devi Jnanabha Nishta, an ardent disciple of the great Guru H.H. Brahmasri Swami Santhananda Giri. The selfless service that she renders, testifies that she is indeed a blessing a god-sent boon to the society. This sanyasin, who trends the path of the sages of yore, has been fortunate to meet her guru, while still a child. Even when she pursued her studies and won the president of India’s gold medal along with other awards for her meritorious achievement in the field she chose, her mind was at the feet of her guru. His enlightening words of wisdom kept reverberaling in her mind.
Instead of limiting herself to the four walls of austerity, her attention was drawn to the underprivileged and the needy with the blessings of her guru, she zealously set to work in pathanamthitta (Rishijnana Sadhanalayam) and struggled strenuously to start a CBSE school for the children there, as she realized that the children, especially the girls in the area lacked access to quality education and were deprived of the skills necessary to complete in India’s formal competitive situation Sree Santhananda Vidya Nikethan was founded with this aim. Thanks to the generous minded supporters who, unswervingly stood by her in this noble venture.
A coordinator, an orator, an education and a social reformer, all in one, she aims to equip people, women in particular and implement programs to bridge the ever widening social gap. Her discourses over the social media are much awaited by innumerable people in India and abroad.
Out of compassion for her fellow beings, she takes care to spend time to provide through her discourses, a consolation and a solution a way out – to those who are lost in the world of stress and tension. Her words are a beacon light spreading hope, where she discusses the way of life, to free the listeners from this illusory world and empowers them to be free from the dark bonds of ignorance and suffering.
That all her activities are rooted in the Rishi tradition especially the non-dualistic philosophy of Adi Sankaracharya, makes her attempts unique. A very important feature is that she gives due emphases to the propagation of Sanskrit language through her discourses on the veda literature.
With the grace of her guru the patron of RishiJnana Sadhanalaya, H.H. Brahmasri Santhananda Swamikal, this blessed mataji continues relentlessly with her activities, assuming all the past traditions and the teachings of the Rishis can be put into practice in ones day to day life.
Revered Guru, His Holiness Brahmasri Santhananda Guru Swamikal, the patron of Rishi Jnana Sadhanalaya, belongs to the glorious and immaculate tradition of the great sages with which India has been blessed. A Maharishi who has realized the ultimate truth and attained oneness with the Absolute through years of Tapas (austerity) and Mauna (sacred silence), he stands as a beacon of spiritual enlightenment for seekers across generations.
Known as the Jnanasurya – the Sun of Wisdom – he dispels the darkness of ignorance and guides aspirants toward eternal truth. Established in the constant state of Dhyana, he is the embodiment of Bhakti (devotion) and Jnana (wisdom). Having realized the essence of the Vedas, he is widely revered as an Acharya of Practical Vedanta.
From his state of supreme bliss and enlightenment, Gurudev has authored numerous spiritual works that provide guidance to sincere seekers on the path of self-realization. His teachings help individuals break free from the bonds of materialism and discover inner peace, purpose, and spiritual fulfillment.
Out of boundless compassion, he has dedicated his life to removing ignorance spread in the name of spirituality and offering solace to those burdened by the challenges of worldly life.
Through the power of his austerity, lofty ideals, and unconditional love, countless disciples have found direction, strength, and liberation from worldly suffering. As the guiding force and patron of Rishi Jnana Sadhanalayam, his blessings and inspiration continue to elevate the institution and its mission of spiritual awakening, holistic education, and service to humanity.
To create a spiritually awakened and compassionate society rooted in Advaita Vedanta, Sanatana Dharma, universal brotherhood, and selfless service, enabling individuals to realize their inner divinity and live in peace, harmony, and wisdom.
To spread the sublime wisdom of Vedanta and vedic teaching through spiritual education, disciplined living , meditation, seminars and spiritual discourses to inspire all earnest seekers of truth thereby promoting self realization inculcating ethical values and giving due importance to the preservation of indias spiritual and cultural heritage.
