Talk
Introduction to Yogic Meditation with Dr. David Frawley
An introduction to meditation within the classical Vedic yogic framework.
About the teacher
David Frawley
David Frawley (also known as Pandit Vamadeva Shastri) has written extensively on Vedic astrology, Ayurveda and Vedic ritual practice through the American Institute of Vedic Studies, positioning his work as a recovery and continuation of Vedic tradition for contemporary students. He received the Padma Bhushan, one of India's highest civilian honours, in 2015.
His current teaching runs mainly online through articles, webinars and courses, with the 2026 Bhishma Award among his recent recognitions; he keeps few or no in-person events. It is worth noting, for editorial transparency, that Wikipedia also describes him as a prominent Hindutva ideologue, a politically loaded characterisation worth being aware of alongside his Vedic scholarship.
“Who we are is the result of how we live and act on a daily basis. Our daily actions reflect our prime values and motivations.”David Frawley
Upcoming events
Meet David Frawley in person.
Talks, day programmes and retreats currently listed in the Paths Are Many calendar.
Talks & videos
Watch before you attend.
Short introductions and longer conversations, to hear this teacher in their own words.
Talk
Indian National Television Interview of Dr. David Frawley on his Work as a Vedic Educator & Acharya
A televised interview on Frawley's decades of work in Vedic studies and Ayurveda.
Path
The wider context.
ॐ
Ancient inquiry into what remains
Vedanta
Classical Hindu philosophy of Self-inquiry into the nature of Atman and Brahman, transmitted through scripture, teacher lineages and rigorous study.
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