Swami Chidananda Puri
Swami Chidananda Puri is a distinguished scholar of Advaita Vedanta and a prominent spiritual leader in India. In 1992, Swamiji established the Advaithashramam in Kolathur, Kerala, which serves as a center for deep spiritual inquiry.
As the Founder and Managing Trustee of the Sri Sankara Charitable Trust, he oversees 12 branches nationwide dedicated to disseminating the teachings of Sanatana Dharma through monthly classes, retreats, and long-term Vedanta courses.
Swamiji is a globally recognized orator, having conducted camps and lectures in over 15 countries, including the USA, UK, UAE, and Singapore.
Academic & Institutional Contributions
Beyond his monastic duties, Swamiji has bridged the gap between traditional wisdom and modern academia.
Academic Roles
Former Chair and Visiting Professor of Sanatana Dharma at the University of Calicut.
Editorial Work
Chief Editor of the monthly Malayalam magazine, Advaithasramam Sathsangam.
Authorship
Author of over 60 published books on spiritual and social ethics.
Key Positions
President of Margadarsaka Mandal (Kerala), Trustee of Adi Sankara Samskrutika Ekata Nyas, Madhya Pradesh and President of the Kerala Dharmacharya Sabha.
Established in California, USA
In 2025, Sankara Advaithashramam for Global Enlightenment (SAGE), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, was established in California, USA. Swamiji serves as the Permanent Director, guiding the organization’s global mission to share the teachings of Vedanta and Sanatana Dharma.