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My Teacher Thom + Vedic Worldview
My Teacher Thom
Thom Knoles is a master of Vedic Meditation and Vedic Knowledge. He studied under Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, who became his mentor and teacher for more than two decades. For nearly 60 years, Thom has taught meditation and Vedic knowledge to more than 50,000 students worldwide, and has trained in and researched both neuroscience and consciousness. Today, he continues to teach Vedic Meditation, advanced knowledge and the practical application of Vedic wisdom to modern life. In 2025, Thom became the first Westerner to be inducted as Mahamandaleshwar, a pre-eminent master of Veda, in the Shankaracharya tradition. He is known in India by his honorific title, Shri 1008 Mahamandaleshwar Maharishi Vyasanand Giri Maharaj.
Vedic Worldview
The Vedic worldview is a way of understanding life through the knowledge and wisdom of the Veda. At its heart is the understanding that Nature is continually moving in the direction of evolution, and that greater ease comes from recognising and aligning with this movement. It explores consciousness, evolution, happiness, our relationship with Nature, and the nature of the Self.
The Vedic Worldview is also Thom Knoles’ podcast, where he explores this ancient knowledge and its relevance to modern life. Through teachings and conversations, Thom shares the Vedic perspective on consciousness, Nature, relationships, stress, happiness, personal evolution and living in greater alignment with the laws of Nature. It is an accessible way to explore Vedic knowledge, and discover how its wisdom can be applied to everyday life.