Shandilya Ashram

Shandilya Ashram
शांडिल्य आश्रम
Location
Indian subcontinent
Information
Other namesShandilya Gurukul
TypeGurukula
Religious affiliation(s)Hinduism
FoundedVedic period
FounderBrahmarshi Shandilya

Shandilya Ashram (Sanskrit: शांडिल्य आश्रम) refers to the residence place and the Gurukul founded by the Vedic sage Brahmarshi Shandilya. In the Indian subcontinent, there are several locations known as Shandilya Ashram. These locations are believed to be the residence places, educational institutions or penance sites related to the sage Shandilya. In the ancient Hindu texts, the sage Shandilya has been described as a renowned acharya of Vedas and spritual teachings. He travelled different parts of the Indian subcontinent to spread Vedic and spritual learning. During his journey, he stayed at several locations in the subcontinent where he preached his Vedic and spritual knowledges. These locations are known as Shandilya Ashram.