Lineage-Trained Teachers and Sacred Guides
The Vedic Study Circle is guided by Acharya Shunya, lineage-holder, founder of Vedika Global, and the primary teacher of this mandala.
In the Inner Mandala, Acharya Shunya may be supported by a small circle of senior students and lineage-trained teachers who have studied closely with her over many years. These teachers have been personally trained and groomed by Acharya Shunya within the Gurukulam parampara she carries from her own lineage.
Their role is not to replace the Acharya or stand equal to her authority, but to support the learning journey under her guidance and vision. They may offer selected teachings, review sessions, reflection circles, sacred arts, Ayurveda, mantra, meditation, and community care, according to their area of training and seva.
Each guide brings a distinct capacity, while remaining rooted in the shared values of the Vedic Study Circle: shraddha, seva, svadhyaya, discipline, humility, compassion, and commitment to liberation-oriented wisdom.
Their presence reflects an important truth of the tradition: wisdom is protected not by personality, but by parampara, discipline, and sincere service. Under Acharya Shunya’s guidance, these teachers help uphold the sanctity, clarity, and continuity of the path.
Wisdom Carriers
Sacred Stewards
Sadhvi Ishani Naidu
A devoted student of Acharya Shunya since 2009, Sadhvi Ishani supports companion study for the four yogas taught within the Vedic Study Circle. She brings steadiness, clarity, and deep commitment to helping students reflect on Vedanta and Yoga philosophy with sincerity and discipline.
Sadhvi Aparna Amy Lewis
A devoted student of Acharya Shunya since 2009, Sadhvi Aparna supports companion study for the four yogas and helps students stay connected to the deeper purpose of Vedic learning. Her guidance reflects years of study, seva, and commitment to the living wisdom of the parampara.
Sadhya Atma Jyoti
A student of Acharya Shunya since 2009, Sadhya Atma Jyoti supports the sangha through peer-led Gayatri Mantra Sadhana and the beloved offering of Atma Art. His work helps students deepen mantra practice, sacred creativity, and dharmic reflection through a contemplative lens.
Sadhya Vimala Leeann Brady
A student of Acharya Shunya since 2008, Sadhya Vimala guides Ayurveda Sangha with a thoughtful integration of Ayurveda and Vedanta principles. Her offerings help students bring sacred wisdom into daily life, health, self-understanding, and spiritual responsibility.
Sadhya Gayathri Raman
A student of Acharya Shunya since 2012, Sadhya Gayathri supports the community through Samsara Surfers, a Vedanta, Bhakti Yoga and Karma Yoga-based support circle. Her offering helps students meet life’s challenges with steadiness, dharma, self-reflection, and the spirit of practice.
Sadhya Soumya Kristin
A student of Acharya Shunya since 2013, Sadhya Soumya supports the sangha through yoga asana, pranayama, dhyana, Atma Dance, and community coordination. Her offerings bring movement, breath, devotion, embodiment, and care into the student’s journey of sacred practice.
Sadhya Kavya
A student of Acharya Shunya for the past eight years, Sadhya Kavya supports the community through Acharyopasanam and Vedic Dharma-related offerings. Her seva helps students remain connected to reverence, discipline, sacred relationship with the teacher, and the dharmic foundation of study.