For nearly 50 years the Melbourne School of Philosophy has been teaching and supporting students from all walks of life in the practice of meditation.

Meditation is natural. It is based on the conscious use of attention. It is simple, easily learnt and can be practised within the demands of ordinary everyday living. The aim of meditation is to connect with deeper realms of being within oneself. It makes it possible to find inner peace and rest, to recharge oneself, and meet life with greater focus, energy and happiness.

With regular practice a gradual transformation takes place to uncover and avail the finest qualities that are naturally inherent in everyone.

“In meditation one goes deeper, and comes to a stage where there is almost nothing moving … it is the most restful and the most potent of all that this universe knows…”

“By going into meditation, one recharges oneself with finer energy and comes out with extra energy imbued with consciousness and bliss.”

It is, however, only in the practice of meditation itself that the true meaning of these words will be appreciated.

Students in the School follow a system of mantra meditation which has been in use for millennia.  Over the years, the School has received invaluable advice from two great exponents of Advaita  philosophy and Meditation, Shri Shantananda Sarasvati and his successor, Shri Vasudevananda Sarasvati.

“The system of meditation is not religious. It is designed for the human spirit which is not bound to any religion.”

The aim is to ensure that anyone, from any background, who would like to embark on the practice can do so.  The meditation is introduced in a traditional way through a simple and dignified ceremony and one-on-one instruction. This helps the meditation get off to the best possible start. A specified fee is not charged for introducing the practice and providing ongoing tuition. Instead, students are asked to make a  gift of money which recognises their commitment to the practice and also helps to make the way of meditation available to others.  The intention is that the gift be generous, according to people’s circumstances.

Meditation is offered after several terms of philosophy study.  It is a valuable part of the course as it helps to give a deeper experience of the ideas discussed.  Lifelong support is available to students that have taken up meditation in the school.  Tutors and mentors with years of training and sustained practice offer their time freely to support meditation in the school and provide ongoing tuition.  This helps overcome any difficulties and clears the way for good and enjoyable practice.  Invitations to participate in workshops and retreats are also on offer for students.

Enquiries via your group tutor or email or using the form on the Contact page.

* Passages in bold are quotations of Shri Shantananda Sarasvati, whose guidance on the principles and practice of meditation has been invaluable.

For nearly 50 years the Melbourne School of Philosophy has been teaching and supporting students from all walks of life in the practice of meditation.

Meditation is natural. It is based on the conscious use of attention. It is simple, easily learnt and can be practised within the demands of ordinary everyday living. The aim of meditation is to connect with deeper realms of being within oneself. It makes it possible to find inner peace and rest, to recharge oneself, and meet life with greater focus, energy and happiness.

With regular practice a gradual transformation takes place to uncover and avail the finest qualities that are naturally inherent in everyone.

“In meditation one goes deeper, and comes to a stage where there is almost nothing moving … it is the most restful and the most potent of all that this universe knows…”

“By going into meditation, one recharges oneself with finer energy and comes out with extra energy imbued with consciousness and bliss.”

It is, however, only in the practice of meditation itself that the true meaning of these words will be appreciated.

Students in the School follow a system of mantra meditation which has been in use for millennia.  Over the years, the School has received invaluable advice from two great exponents of Advaita  philosophy and Meditation, Shri Shantananda Sarasvati and his successor, Shri Vasudevananda Sarasvati.