DIVYADAAN

Salesian Institute of Philosophy

About Divyadaan

Divyadaan, Salesian Institute of Philosophy, was erected within the already existing Institute, Don Bosco Youth Centre, 4 Koregaon Road, Pune—411 001, as a house of immediate post-novitiate training and study of philosophy of the Salesian Province of Bombay in June 1980. On 24 May, 1984, the Institute was shifted to its new site at Don Bosco Marg, Nashik—422 005.

The Institute was affiliated to the Faculty of Philosophy of the Salesian Pontifical University (UPS), Rome in 1982. In March 2000 the Institute was granted Aggregation to the Faculty of Philosophy of UPS by a decree of the Sacred Congregation for Catholic Education, (prot.n. 1035/98). This has made it possible for Divyadaan to offer a Master of Philosophy Degree Course, with specialization in the fields of Education and Social Communication.

The two year B.Ph. course was changed to a three year course in June 2007. This was necessitated by the changes initiated by the Faculty of Philosophy of the Salesian Pontifical University.

Divyadaan, which is primarily at the service of the Salesian Congregation and the Church in India, has as its scope:

1. The philosophical formation, with a special focus on the Indian context, of candidates to the Catholic ministerial priesthood (Salesian, Other Religious, Diocesan) and of the laity (Christian as well as persons belonging to other faiths);

2. The formation of specialists in Systematic Philosophy, Education, and Social Communication.

The Institute aims at the elaboration of a pluridisciplinary but integrated curriculum of studies, in which philosophy plays a vital role in bringing together faith and life, faith and culture. This is done through serious dialogue with Indian thought and socio-economic realities (in particular of youth) and with the sciences of education and communication.

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Towards Responsible Citizenship: A Two-Day Seminar at Divyadaan

Divyadaan, the Salesian Institute of philosophy at Nashik, conducted a two-day seminar by the professors of the institute on October 30 and 31, 2026. The seminar was centered on the theme, “Towards Responsible Citizenship: Educating for a Just, Inclusive, and Democratic Society.” There were around 120 participants from the institute and the neighboring communities. The seminar was moderated by Fr Jacob Palaparambil, the director of the institute. A total of 14 papers were presented.

Encanto - Annual Musical Play Staged in Divyadaan

Divyadaan: Salesian Institute of Philosophy staged its annual play on August 20, 22, and 23, 2026 for School Children, Religious of Nashik, and For the Parishioners respectively. This year, the brothers presented a musical adaptation of the popular animated film Encanto. The production brought together music, dance, drama, colourful visuals, and a meaningful message about family, fraternity, unity, and teamwork.

Orientation Programme and the Visit to the Ashram Shalas in Walvanda

Two days of Orientation programme and the visit to the Ashram Shalas spread across the Jawhar, Mokhada, and Vikramagarah talukas of Maharashra’s Palghar District was an enriching experience for the Divyadaan brothers. On July 4, 2026, 27 brothers from Divyadaan, accompanied by Fr Jayaseelan, arrived at the Bosco Samajik Vikas Sansthan in Walvanda to attend the Sunday Apostolate orientation programme. The Brothers would continue assisting the Walvanda community with its School of Excellence initiative as they were doing for several years. As part of this programme, they will teach English and Mathematics in 14 Ashram Shalas in and around the Walvanda community.

Inauguration of the Divyadaan Academic Year 2026–2027

A new chapter in the life of Divyadaan, Salesian Institute of Philosophy, Nashik, unfolded on June 13, 2026, as the institute held its inaugural function, with the theme “Come, Holy Spirit, Breathe Wisdom Divine.” The day commenced with the Eucharistic Celebration presided over by Fr Ashley Miranda, Provincial of the Salesian Province of Mumbai, with Fr Brian Bandya, Provincial of the Capuchin Bonaventure Province among the other concelebrants. In his homily, Fr Miranda reflected on wisdom as a virtue that shapes both the heart and the mind.

A Symposium on “Faith, Fear and the Future: From Secularism to Ethical Solidarity”

The licentiate students of Divyadaan: Salesian Institute of Philosophy, Nashik organized a symposium on the theme “Faith, Fear and the Future: From Secularism to Ethical Solidarity” on February 17, 2026. The symposium began promptly at 9 a.m. with a prayer service led by Br Joseph Thambi SDB, the moderator of the symposium. Fr Jacob Palaparambil SDB, the Registrar of the Institute, welcomed the gathering and explained the rationale behind choosing this timely and relevant theme. In his address, he also warmly congratulated the licentiate students for their dedication and hard work in organizing the symposium.

Submission of the BPH Thesis 2026

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Divydaaan Library

The Divyadaan library has more than 50,000 volumes in Philosophy, Psychology, Education, Sociology, Religion, Science, the Arts, Literature and Salesiana. The library also receives over 100 Periodicals and Magazines. Most of them are in English while some are in French, German and Italian.

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