Deepen Your Understanding of Dharma with the Mahabharata Certificate

The Mahabharata is more than a tale of ancient India—it is a profound reflection on the nature of duty, justice, and the human experience. Hindu University of America’s Mahabharata Certificate invites learners to study this grand epic through a structured and deeply engaging academic program.

Spanning 18 semester credit hours, the program combines four required courses focused on the Mahabharata text with two electives from the History and Method category. This curriculum is designed for flexibility, allowing students to complete it in 2 to 5 years, depending on their pace and schedule.

Through this certificate, students gain insight into the Mahabharata’s literary beauty and philosophical complexity. From the Bhagavad Gītā’s spiritual wisdom to the epic’s exploration of moral conflict, students are guided by interdisciplinary methods including theology, philosophy, and literary analysis.

This program requires no prior knowledge of Sanskrit or Hinduism. The only prerequisite is completing the Orientation to Hindu Studies course, which helps ensure that all students start with the foundational understanding needed to engage meaningfully with the material.

Ideal for educators, professionals, spiritual seekers, and lifelong learners, this certificate fosters a rich appreciation for Indic traditions and classical Hindu thought. The Mahabharata’s teachings on self-cultivation and service to community are timeless, and students will explore how these values can shape contemporary life.

Graduates of the program may choose to pursue higher education through HUA’s MA or PhD programs, or simply carry their enhanced understanding into their personal and professional spheres.

Begin your journey into India’s intellectual and spiritual heritage. Enroll in the Mahabharata Certificate and discover the timeless relevance of dharma and ethical action.