Ancient Wisdom & Modern Science
Vedic insight in conversation with engineering, systems thinking, and lived practice.
Spiritual Teacher · PhD Scholar · Technology Innovator
Dr. Raj Hegde
Dr. Raj Hegde is a practitioner of Bhakti Yoga, technology professional, and community leader with a longstanding interest in the practical application of spiritual wisdom to modern life. He is a founder of Bhakti Space and Stichting Govardhana. Since beginning his study and practice of Bhakti Yoga in 2004, he has explored how its principles can support personal growth, meaningful relationships, purposeful living, and effective leadership. Drawing on experience in the technology sector, organizational leadership, and educational initiatives, he seeks to bridge timeless wisdom traditions with contemporary personal and professional challenges. Alongside a full-time career and family life, he actively contributes to community based initiatives in the Netherlands focused on education, leadership development, community building, service, and personal growth.
"Knowledge becomes wisdom only when it is lived."
- Dr. Raj Hegde
Featured Talk
In Conversation with Ananda Monet
Life, Consciousness & Inner Growth
A wide-ranging conversation on consciousness, the architecture of meaning, and the inner work that makes a life worth living. Equal parts rigor, story, and stillness — a window into how Dr. Raj teaches.
2,500+
Hearts Inspired Each Year
15+
Communities Across the Netherlands
10+
Weekly Programs
20+
Years of Spiritual Practice
PhD
Computer Engineering
A Welcome
Begin where the work begins - in stillness.
Leadership across communities and institutions
ISKCON Netherlands
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About
A teacher, scholar, and builder - at the meeting point of ancient wisdom and modern life.
Dr. Raj Hegde holds a PhD in Computer Engineering from the University of Alabama, with research in wearable healthcare technology and two US patents to his name. Initiated by H.H. Radhanath Swami in 2012, he has spent over two decades in serious spiritual practice.
He is the founder of Bhakti Space and Stichting Govardhana, and serves as National Secretary of ISKCON Netherlands and Deputy GBC.
Signature Themes
Five threads that run through every talk, course, and conversation.
Leadership & Purpose
Steady, principled leadership rooted in clarity of self and service to others.
Resilience & Well-being
Practices that strengthen the nervous system, the heart, and the will across seasons of life.
Community & Human Connection
How belonging is built - quietly, attentively, over years - in cities and online.
Conscious Living
Daily ritual, food, attention, and craft as the architecture of a meaningful life.
Speaking & Workshops
Keynotes that move teams — and the people inside them.
- Corporate leadership offsites
- University lectures & convocations
- Mindfulness & resilience programs
- Public talks for civic & cultural institutions
New Book · Coming Soon
Beyond Purpose
A field guide for a generation that has run out of slogans. Drawing on Vedic philosophy, contemporary science, and decades of teaching, Dr. Raj Hegde maps the territory that lies beyond purpose - and what it asks of us.
- The myth of finding your purpose
- Meaning beyond achievement
- Rituals for resilient living
- The architecture of belonging
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In Their Words
Reflections from leaders, scholars, and seekers.
"Raj has a rare gift - he speaks to the mind and the heart in the same breath. Our community is still drawing on what he shared."
Community Member
Bhakti Space
Amsterdam
"A talk that reframed how I think about purpose. Equal parts rigor, story, and stillness."
Student
University Program
Netherlands
"Practical, profound, and deeply human. Our circle has not stopped reflecting on the session."
Circle Host
Bhakti Space
Europe
Communities
Weekly gatherings across the Netherlands - and circles in Brussels, Berlin, and Dublin.
Bhakti Space communities meet for Bhagavad Gita and Srimad Bhagavatam study, kirtan, Conscious Cooking Club, and community evenings. Find your nearest circle.
Amsterdam
Amstelveen
Uithoorn
Hoofddorp
Alphen aan den Rijn
Eindhoven
Brussels
Berlin
Dublin
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