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Jyotir Bhavan is the Institute of Theology and Spirituality belonging to the Discalced Carmelites of Manjummel Province.

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Jyotir Bhavan

Welcome toJyotir Bhavan

Jyotir Bhavan is the Institute of Theology and Spirituality belonging to the Order of the Discalced Carmelites of Manjummel Province. The Sanskrit epithet ‘Jyotir Bhavan’ means ‘Abode of Light’. Being true its name, the Institute is aimed at radiating the light of perennial truth and spiritual wisdom to thousands of seekers of light and life.

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ABOUT US

Theology and Spirituality belonging to the Discalced Carmelites of Manjummel Province.

COURSES

We have a variety of courses to offer.Courses conducted in 2015-2016 Diploma in Spirituality for Sisters (in English) 9 Months – Residential Course

PUBLICATIONS

Jyotir Dharma Publications - It has published more than 76 Books in different series: Historical, Carmelite, Theological, Religion and Life and Pastoral.

Courses

Bachelor in Theology (B.Th)

BACHELOR IN THEOLOGY (B.Th)Open to Seminarians, Nuns, Lay Men & WomenDuration: 3 Years (June-March) The Carmelites give Common Formation in Academic & Religious Life for the Semina...

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Pastoral Course

ADMISSION OPEN FROM JUNE TO SEPTEMBER 2025For Seminarians, Nuns & LaityContact: Whatsapp- 8891670843Fee Rs. 6000/-Pastoral Course Details The Pastoral Course (TPC) at Jyotir Bhavan...

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DISTANT EDUCATION PROGRAM DIPLOMA IN CHRISTIAN SPIRITUALITY

Admission Open        Two-Year Program; in English; August- March (2025-2027)For Consecrated Men & Women, Lay Carmelites, any lay man or women engaged in Church/Parish ministryFee...

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DISTANT EDUCATION PORGRAM DIPLOMA IN CARMELITE SPIRITUALITY

Admission Open        DIPLOMA IN CARMELITE SPIRITUALITYOne-year Diploma Program; in English (August -March 2025-2026For Carmelites Priests, Brothers & Sisters, OCD Nuns, OCDS, any...

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Renewal course – consecrated women

One-Year Diploma Renewal Course for Consecrated WomenAdmission open for 2025-2026: Contact Watsapp- 8891670843; 9847069646Biblico-Psycho-Spiritual Formative Program (Religious Form...

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THREE-MONTH CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS ON FORMATIVE SPIRITUALITY

THREE-MONTH CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS ON FORMATIVE SPIRITUALITYFOR NUNSThere are three courses conducted in Jyotir Bhavan focusing on different areas for the renewal of Consecrated Nuns...

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CERTIFICATE COURSE: FOR NOVICES & POSTULANTS

Admission OpenCERTIFICATE COURSE: FOR NOVICES & POSTULANTS (2025)Medium: EnglishFrom Women CongregationsTwo-year Non-Residential Program for Novices and Postulants Conducted at Jyo...

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EUROPEAN LANGUAGE STUDY CENTRE | UNDERTEKEN BY LOS ANDES INSTITUTE

EUROPEAN LANGUAGE STUDY CENTRE UNDERTEKEN BY LOS ANDES INSTITUTEGermanType of Courses:A1A2B1B2Days: From Monday to FridayTiming: Morning Batches from 8.30am – 12.30 pmEvening batch...

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INTENSIVE COURSE FOR SUPERIORS & ANIMATORS (Psycho-Spiritual)

Religious Nuns onlyResidential: self-contained roomsTwo days Crash course from Friday evening to Sunday Evening; last weekend of the monthAwareness of Psychological IssuesCultivati...

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MINDFUL RELIGIOUS LIVING

MINDFUL RELIGIOUS LIVING Based on Oxford Mindfulness Centre MBCT Program3-day Crash Course (Friday Evening to Sunday Evening) For Nuns only; Medium: Malayalam Course Fee Rs. 2000/-...

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Leadership Program

TWO PROGRAMS INTENSIVE COURSE FOR SUPERIORS & ANIMATORS (Psycho-Spiritual)TRANSFORMATIVE LEADERSHIP PROGRAM FOR MAJOR SUPERIORS For Religious Priests and NunsResidential: self-cont...

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PSYCHO-SPIRITUAL INTENSIVE FORMATION PROGRAM

For consecrated women engaged in Formation, Vocation Promotion, Youth MinistryMedium: English/MalayalamWeekend Crash Course starting from Friday Evening to Sunday Evening Challenge...

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SUMMER RENEWAL COURSE

SUMMER COURSES 2025 “HEALED HEALER” PROGRAMS: RESIDENTIAL (THREE PROGRAMME)1. ONE-MONTH SUMMER RENEWAL COURSE FOR CONSECRATED WOMEN NAVIGATING PSYCHO-SPIRITUAL INTEGRATION JOURNEY...

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Courses under Carmelite Study Centre for Asia (CSCA)

Courses under Carmelite Study Centre for AsiaJUBILEE YEAR OF ST. THERESE OF LISIEUX: Special Course: GAZING UPON THE FACE OF GOD WALKING TOGETHER WITH ST. THERESEDistant Education...

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Spiritual Retreat

RETREATS 2025 UPCOMING TWO RETREATS 25-30 April, for Consecrated Women; in Malayalam13-18 May, for Nuns preparing for Golden Jubilee; in MalayalamContact Whatsaap: +91 8891670843 (...

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LAITY FORMATION PROGRAMS

Program for the Formation of Lay Carmelites (OCDS)   Carmelite Study Program throughout the year on first and  Second Thursdays Formation of Missio groups: growing towards mis...

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RENEWAL FOR JUBILARIANS

Intensive Renewal Program for Jubilarians (Consecrated Nuns)2025 April 02 - 30 A Residential ProgramIn Malayalam Last five days for Retreat ONE-MONTH SUMMER RENEWAL COURSE FOR JUBI...

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Testimonials

A great place to conduct training programs as well as meetings. Even though the building is situated at the heart of Kalamassery town, it's very calm and peaceful. There is a church inside the Centre, where Holy Mass is offered. Accomodation facility is also available here on daily rent basis. The place is filled with trees and greenery making it a gorgeous place to visit and conduct meetings!


Christy Tom

An excellent place to conduct training programs and youth camps.


Edward Edezhath

Beautiful institute. Lot of memories


Xavi Met