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What we are
Pradnya Pathshala
Who we are
we are proud to preserve and promote the legacy of PrajnaPathshala, an institution deeply rooted in the history of education and cultural heritage in Maharashtra. Established in Wai, PrajnaPathshala has been a beacon of learning, particularly for Sanskrit and other classical disciplines, for over a century.Our institution has been fortunate to have associations with towering intellectuals and national leaders such as Lokmanya Tilak and Vinoba Bhave, who were inspired by the values upheld by PrajnaPathshala.
PrajnaPathashalaMandal, Wai
॥ धर्मो विश्वस्य जगतः प्रतिष्ठा ॥
शांतस्वान्तोयोगजादात्मधर्मात् सिद्धस्तंत्रंतारयन्जैमिनेर्य:। धन्यं धीरं धारिणं मोक्षलक्ष्म्या: प्राज्ञाचार्य केवलं तं नमाम:॥
ब्रह्मीभूत केवलानंदसरस्वती स्वामी हे शांत, अंतर्ज्ञानाने जाणणारे, योगापासून स्वत:चे धर्म जाणणारे, मीमांसेचा अभ्यास मीमांसा शास्त्राचा अभ्यास करणारे, त्या मीमांसा विषयावर असणारे, मोक्षलक्ष्मीकडे वळणारे असे उत्तमबुद्धीचे केवलानंदसरस्वती स्वामींना आपण सर्व अभिवंदन करूया.
"स्वामी केवलानंद सरस्वती"
Dharmkosh
॥ धर्मो विश्वस्य जगतः प्रतिष्ठा ॥
"धर्मकोश हे हिंदू संस्कृतीचा प्राचीन इतिहास लिहिण्याचे फार मोठे साधन आहे. धर्मकोशाच्या कार्याचे थोडक्यात स्वरूप असे सांगता येईल की हिंदुधर्म व संस्कृती यांच्या अभ्यासाची संस्कृत भाषेतील साधने कालानुक्रमाने ग्रथित करून अभ्याकांच्या पुढे मांडणे; हिंदुधर्म व संस्कृती यांच्या इतिहासाची काही महत्त्वाची साधने, उपलब्ध श्रुती- स्मृती, पुराणे व निबंध, ग्रंथ यांत साठवलेली आहेत. सर्व उपलब्ध मुद्रितग्रंथ व हस्तलिखिते यांचे उत्तम परिशीलन करून ही इतिहास साधने धर्मकोशाच्या रूपाने लोकांपुढे मांडण्यास प्राज्ञपाठशाळामंडळाने सुरुवात केली."
धर्मकोश (खंड)
History
Hindu religion is based on Smruti and Shruti as formed by ancient sages. It is basically code of conduct i. e. what to do and not to do in day to day life. There was and is certain class of society who are of firm opinion that these rules cannot be changed by anybody. However Swami Kewalanand Sarswati and Tarkatirth Laxmanshastri Joshi counter argued this view and to support and prove their view Swami Kewalanand Sarswati decided to do systematic study of all Hindu religious texts and present it in chronological order to establish how changes in religion took place from to time historically.
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Founding Pillars
Welcome to PrajnaPathshalaMandal, a community dedicated to lifelong learning and spiritual growth. As a member, you gain access to exclusive resources, insightful discussions, and a network of like-minded seekers. Join us in exploring profound teachings and transforming lives through knowledge.
Tarktirth Lakshamanshastri
Joshi
(1901 to 1940)
Swami Kevalanand
Sarswati
(1878 to1955)
Eminent Scholars
Welcome to PrajnaPathshalaMandal, a community dedicated to lifelong learning and spiritual growth. As a member, you gain access to exclusive resources, insightful discussions, and a network of like-minded seekers. Join us in exploring profound teachings and transforming lives through knowledge.
Aacharya Vinoba
Bhave
(1895 to 1982)
Pandurang Vaman
Kane
(1880 to 1972)
शांतस्वान्तोयोगजादात्मधर्मात् सिद्धस्तंत्रंतारयन्जैमिनेर्य:। धन्यं धीरं धारिणं मोक्षलक्ष्म्या: प्राज्ञाचार्य केवलं तं नमाम:॥
Varanasi (Kashi) is renowned across India for its Sanskrit and Vedic literature. Similarly, Wai, known as Deccan Kashi, is celebrated in Maharashtra for its cultural traditions and Vedic studies. For decades, Wai has been a center for Indian traditions, knowledge systems, and traditional arts, preserving its heritage through longstanding public institutions. The PrajnapathshalaMandal, established by Narayanshastri Marathe (Swami Kewalanand Saraswati) in 1916, is a key institution that harmonizes tradition with modernity. Marathe, originally from Sudkoli, arrived in Wai in 1898 for Vedic studies and founded Prajnymath in 1904 after his guru's death. The PrajnaPathshalaMandal, developed with scholars' help, was visited by Lokmanya Tilak in 1917. In 1931, Marathe took sanyas, integrating ancient Vedic science with modern ideas while supporting the freedom movement.
PrajnaPathshalaMandal
Varanasi (Kashi) is renowned across India for its Sanskrit and Vedic literature. Similarly, Wai, known as Deccan Kashi, is celebrated in Maharashtra for its cultural traditions and Vedic studies. For decades, Wai has been a center for Indian traditions, knowledge systems, and traditional arts, preserving its heritage through longstanding public institutions. The PrajnapathshalaMandal, established by Narayanshastri Marathe (Swami Kewalanand Saraswati) in 1916, is a key institution that harmonizes tradition with modernity. Marathe, originally from Sudkoli, arrived in Wai in 1898 for Vedic studies and founded Prajnymath in 1904 after his guru's death. The PrajnaPathshalaMandal, developed with scholars' help, was visited by Lokmanya Tilak in 1917. In 1931, Marathe took sanyas, integrating ancient Vedic science with modern ideas while supporting the freedom movement.
PrajnaPathshalaMandal
It is an encyclopedic arrangement of all Hindu religious texts, which is of inestimable value to the students interested in study of the history of Hindu Religion, Hindu Sociology, Hindu Jurisprudence and ethics, as well as of Hindu Theology. That was certainly a stupendous task initiated by Swami Kewalanand Saraswati which was further continued by Tarkatirth Laxmanshastri Joshi and then Pro. M.P. Rege and currently under able guidance of Dr. Saroja Bhate an eminent Sanskrit scholar
Dharmkosh
In October 1947, PrajnaPathshalaMandal launched the magazine "NAVABHARAT," which celebrated its 75th anniversary in 2022 and is now a quarterly publication. Founded by Gandhian thinker Shri Shankarrao Deo, the magazine aims to enhance human culture and life in Maharashtra without promoting any specific religion, opinion, or debate. It offers intellectual writings from eminent authors, ensuring each article is based on truth, tolerance, and forbearance. NAVABHARAT covers topics such as rationalism, science, religious faith, social norms, and art. Since its inception, it has been recognized as an ideological magazine and has received grants from the Maharashtra Sahitya ani Sanskriti Mandal since 1953. Additionally, 36 special issues have been published since August 1953.
Navabharat
Somnath Temple
Indian Constitution
The constitutional Assembly accepted constitution on 26th November 1949. It is in English language. Work of translating the same in Sanskrit language was naturally entrusted to PrajnaPathshala. Within a period of three months span this work was completed. Work of clause 1 to 263 was carried out by Tarkatirth Lakmanshastri Joshi and rest of clauses from 264 to 395 was completed by Dr. Mangaldeoshastri. Proof reading work was also carried out by Takatirth Laxmanshastri Joshi. Sanskrit book of Samvidhan was printed at Prajna press. Copy of proof and book are are preserved at PrajnaPathshala
After India's independence, Shri Vallabhbhai Patel initiated the restoration of the Somnath Temple. After his death, Shri K. M. Munshi took over the project. It was decided that President Dr. Rajendra Prasad would inaugurate the restoration, and the temple would be open to all castes and religions. However, orthodox priests opposed performing the rituals. Shri Munshi, knowing the inclusive approach of Swami Kevalanand Saraswati and Tarkatirth Laxmanshastri Joshi, invited them to conduct the rituals. Within three months, the task was completed on 11th May 1951 under Swami Kevalanand Saraswati's guidance. This showcased PrajnaPathshala’s inclusive principles to society.
It is an encyclopedic arrangement of all Hindu religious texts, which is of inestimable value to the students interested in study of the history of Hindu Religion, Hindu Sociology, Hindu Jurisprudence and ethics, as well as of Hindu Theology. That was certainly a stupendous task initiated by Swami Kewalanand Saraswati which was further continued by Tarkatirth Laxmanshastri Joshi and then Pro. M.P. Rege and currently under able guidance of Dr. Saroja Bhate an eminent Sanskrit scholar
Dharmkosh
In October 1947, PrajnaPathshalaMandal launched the magazine "NAVABHARAT," which celebrated its 75th anniversary in 2022 and is now a quarterly publication. Founded by Gandhian thinker Shri Shankarrao Deo, the magazine aims to enhance human culture and life in Maharashtra without promoting any specific religion, opinion, or debate. It offers intellectual writings from eminent authors, ensuring each article is based on truth, tolerance, and forbearance. NAVABHARAT covers topics such as rationalism, science, religious faith, social norms, and art. Since its inception, it has been recognized as an ideological magazine and has received grants from the Maharashtra Sahitya ani Sanskriti Mandal since 1953. Additionally, 36 special issues have been published since August 1953.
Navabharat
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