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a veiw of ramakrishna through the flames of yagna on his auspicious birthday . barisha ramakrishna mission
Sadhguru: Ramakrishna Paramahamsa lived as a very intense supporter for most of his life. Ramakrishna Paramahamsa was a devotee of Kali. For him, Kali was not a deity, Kali was a living reality. She danced in front of him, she eat from his own hands, she came when he called, and she left him ...
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Paramahamsa Sri Swami Vishwananda gathered with His devotees and guests from all over the world in His international ashram, Shree Peetha Nilaya, Germany, for an inspiring Christmas celebration. Singing and dancing until after 3 am on Christmas Eve, however, didn't interrupt the normal schedule of temple prayers at 7 am the next morning. In the afternoon, a beautifully planned Christmas Day meal was served to all the guests by the residents of The Ashram, and then a final satsang after prayers in the evening sent everyone off to bed, happy and filled with the joy of the season.
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Paramahamsa Vishwananda took devotees on a trip to the holy land of Vraj. They performed parikrama of the city and visited sacred temples like Nidhivan and Radha-kunda. Of course, there was also satsang, abhishekam to Giridhari, and loud, joyous prayers at Shree Giridhar Dham!
Check out our reflections from this incredible pilgrimage!
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On 13 June we celebrated Paramahamsa Vishwananda's jayanti with guru-puja, long prayers, many bhajans, a lovely picnic and many many stories praising and celebrating our gurudev!
On 14 June Guruji visited the new german ashram. Pundalik Maharaja ki...jai! As a gift to Paramahamsa Vishwananda on His jayanti, residents of Shree Peetha Nilaya put on a play showcasing Pundalik's transformation from sinner to saint.
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On 13 June we celebrated Paramahamsa Vishwananda's jayanti with guru-puja, long prayers, many bhajans, a lovely picnic and many many stories praising and celebrating our gurudev!
On 14 June Guruji visited the new german ashram. Pundalik Maharaja ki...jai! As a gift to Paramahamsa Vishwananda on His jayanti, residents of Shree Peetha Nilaya put on a play showcasing Pundalik's transformation from sinner to saint.
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On 13 June we celebrated Paramahamsa Vishwananda's jayanti with guru-puja, long prayers, many bhajans, a lovely picnic and many many stories praising and celebrating our gurudev!
On 14 June Guruji visited the new german ashram. Pundalik Maharaja ki...jai! As a gift to Paramahamsa Vishwananda on His jayanti, residents of Shree Peetha Nilaya put on a play showcasing Pundalik's transformation from sinner to saint.
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Paramahamsa Vishwananda’s birthday celebration brought many guests to The Ashram, Shree Peetha Nilaya. The festivities began with darshan on the 11th of June. On the 13th the bhaktas offered many prayers and gifts to Guruji as an expression of gratitude for all that He has brought into our lives and to the world. There were 108 yajnas on the lawn behind the temple, and later the devotees offered pada-abhishekam to Guruji’s Feet. The day was filled with singing, satsangs, and a delicious vegan dinner. Paramahamsa Vishwananda spoke about the beauty and joy of serving God with sincerity and asked that we all become disciplined in our chanting of the Divine Names.
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On 13 June we celebrated Paramahamsa Vishwananda's jayanti with guru-puja, long prayers, many bhajans and a lovely walk in the countryside followed by a picnic there. The evening featured a dinner with all devotees and a special play dedicated to the saints of Maharashtra.
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Paramahamsa Vishwananda’s 41st Birthday marked an incredible and beautiful two-day celebration at Shree Peetha Nilaya, His international Ashram and centre. The celebrations included a grand abhishekam on Guruji’s Feet followed by a powerful 108 Yagna ceremony performed by all the devotees dedicated to our beloved Gurudev. Throughout the day, everyone's hearts were filled with gratitude and humility. It is due to His Grace that His main Ashram and His mission exist, allowing so many people to experience His Love every single day.
The event ended with a theatre play dedicated to Chokamela, a well-known Bhakti-saint of Maharashtra India.
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Paramahamsa Vishwananda’s birthday celebration brought many guests to The Ashram, Shree Peetha Nilaya. The festivities began with darshan on the 11th of June. On the 13th the bhaktas offered many prayers and gifts to Guruji as an expression of gratitude for all that He has brought into our lives and to the world. There were 108 yajnas on the lawn behind the temple, and later the devotees offered pada-abhishekam to Guruji’s Feet. The day was filled with singing, satsangs, and a delicious vegan dinner. Paramahamsa Vishwananda spoke about the beauty and joy of serving God with sincerity and asked that we all become disciplined in our chanting of the Divine Names.
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Paramahamsa Vishwananda’s birthday celebration brought many guests to The Ashram, Shree Peetha Nilaya. The festivities began with darshan on the 11th of June. On the 13th the bhaktas offered many prayers and gifts to Guruji as an expression of gratitude for all that He has brought into our lives and to the world. There were 108 yajnas on the lawn behind the temple, and later the devotees offered pada-abhishekam to Guruji’s Feet. The day was filled with singing, satsangs, and a delicious vegan dinner. Paramahamsa Vishwananda spoke about the beauty and joy of serving God with sincerity and asked that we all become disciplined in our chanting of the Divine Names.
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Paramahamsa Sri Swami Vishwananda gathered with His devotees and guests from all over the world in His international ashram, Shree Peetha Nilaya, Germany, for an inspiring Christmas celebration. Singing and dancing until after 3 am on Christmas Eve, however, didn't interrupt the normal schedule of temple prayers at 7 am the next morning. In the afternoon, a beautifully planned Christmas Day meal was served to all the guests by the residents of The Ashram, and then a final satsang after prayers in the evening sent everyone off to bed, happy and filled with the joy of the season.
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On 13 June we celebrated Paramahamsa Vishwananda's jayanti with guru-puja, long prayers, many bhajans and a lovely walk in the countryside followed by a picnic there. The evening featured a dinner with all devotees and a special play dedicated to the saints of Maharashtra.
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On 13 June we celebrated Paramahamsa Vishwananda's jayanti with guru-puja, long prayers, many bhajans and a lovely walk in the countryside followed by a picnic there. The evening featured a dinner with all devotees and a special play dedicated to the saints of Maharashtra.
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Paramahamsa Sri Swami Vishwananda visited Latvia to inaugurate the newly carved granite deities of Sri Ram Darbar at Bhakti Marga's Satchitananda Vigraha Ramachandra Ashram. After the celebrations, He explained to everyone gathered, why deities are so important for us. On the second day, Guruji gave Darshan in the city centre of Riga for more than 1,200 seekers that travelled from far to receive his special blessings.
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On 13 June we celebrated Paramahamsa Vishwananda's jayanti with guru-puja, long prayers, many bhajans and a lovely walk in the countryside followed by a picnic there. The evening featured a dinner with all devotees and a special play dedicated to the saints of Maharashtra.
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On 13 June we celebrated Paramahamsa Vishwananda's jayanti with guru-puja, long prayers, many bhajans, a lovely picnic and many many stories praising and celebrating our gurudev!
On 14 June Guruji visited the new german ashram. Pundalik Maharaja ki...jai! As a gift to Paramahamsa Vishwananda on His jayanti, residents of Shree Peetha Nilaya put on a play showcasing Pundalik's transformation from sinner to saint.
paramahamsavishwananda.com
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Paramahamsa Vishwananda’s birthday celebration brought many guests to The Ashram, Shree Peetha Nilaya. The festivities began with darshan on the 11th of June. On the 13th the bhaktas offered many prayers and gifts to Guruji as an expression of gratitude for all that He has brought into our lives and to the world. There were 108 yajnas on the lawn behind the temple, and later the devotees offered pada-abhishekam to Guruji’s Feet. The day was filled with singing, satsangs, and a delicious vegan dinner. Paramahamsa Vishwananda spoke about the beauty and joy of serving God with sincerity and asked that we all become disciplined in our chanting of the Divine Names.
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Paramahamsa Sri Swami Vishwananda visited Latvia to inaugurate the newly carved granite deities of Sri Ram Darbar at Bhakti Marga's Satchitananda Vigraha Ramachandra Ashram. After the celebrations, He explained to everyone gathered, why deities are so important for us. On the second day, Guruji gave Darshan in the city centre of Riga for more than 1,200 seekers that travelled from far to receive his special blessings.
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Paramahamsa Sri Swami Vishwananda visited Latvia to inaugurate the newly carved granite deities of Sri Ram Darbar at Bhakti Marga's Satchitananda Vigraha Ramachandra Ashram. After the celebrations, He explained to everyone gathered, why deities are so important for us. On the second day, Guruji gave Darshan in the city centre of Riga for more than 1,200 seekers that travelled from far to receive his special blessings.
paramahamsavishwananda.com
bhaktimarga.org
For 14 days, Paramahamsa Vishwananda led 70 of His Shree Peetha Nilaya residents on a pilgrimage through South India. The group travelled to nine cities to explore the roots of our Sri Sampradaya and some of the history of Lord Rama on His trek to rescue His beloved Sita. The group enjoyed more than 30 temples, many of which are Divya Desams: the 108 Vishnu temples that are mentioned in the poetic works of the Tamil Alvars (saints).
As always, traveling with the Master includes delights and surprises along the way. This time, the group was blessed to encounter three saints and enjoy the hospitality of several other gurus and acharyas. A highlight of the trip was a ritual bath in Adhi Setu (the ocean near Rameswara) and the blessing of being bathed by the sacred waters of 22 sacred tirthams (ponds) to absolve all sins. The group also enjoyed a swim in the sea where Lord Rama’s monkey army built the floating bridge to Lanka.
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On 13 June we celebrated Paramahamsa Vishwananda's jayanti with guru-puja, long prayers, many bhajans and a lovely walk in the countryside followed by a picnic there. The evening featured a dinner with all devotees and a special play dedicated to the saints of Maharashtra.
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On 13 June we celebrated Paramahamsa Vishwananda's jayanti with guru-puja, long prayers, many bhajans and a lovely walk in the countryside followed by a picnic there. The evening featured a dinner with all devotees and a special play dedicated to the saints of Maharashtra.
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On 13 June we celebrated Paramahamsa Vishwananda's jayanti with guru-puja, long prayers, many bhajans and a lovely walk in the countryside followed by a picnic there. The evening featured a dinner with all devotees and a special play dedicated to the saints of Maharashtra.
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Paramahamsa Sri Swami Vishwananda gathered with His devotees and guests from all over the world in His international ashram, Shree Peetha Nilaya, Germany, for an inspiring Christmas celebration. Singing and dancing until after 3 am on Christmas Eve, however, didn't interrupt the normal schedule of temple prayers at 7 am the next morning. In the afternoon, a beautifully planned Christmas Day meal was served to all the guests by the residents of The Ashram, and then a final satsang after prayers in the evening sent everyone off to bed, happy and filled with the joy of the season.
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Paramahamsa Vishwananda gave this rare Sri Yantra course on 24-25 April 2021. It was also the very first Online-Only course Paramahamsa Vishwananda gave at The Ashram - Shree Peetha Nilaya. Through the grace of Paramahamsa Vishwananda and Devi herself, participants learned the deeper meanings and mysteries of the Sri-yantra and how to properly worship and care for her in this beautiful geometric form.
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For 14 days, Paramahamsa Vishwananda led 70 of His Shree Peetha Nilaya residents on a pilgrimage through South India. The group travelled to nine cities to explore the roots of our Sri Sampradaya and some of the history of Lord Rama on His trek to rescue His beloved Sita. The group enjoyed more than 30 temples, many of which are Divya Desams: the 108 Vishnu temples that are mentioned in the poetic works of the Tamil Alvars (saints).
As always, traveling with the Master includes delights and surprises along the way. This time, the group was blessed to encounter three saints and enjoy the hospitality of several other gurus and acharyas. A highlight of the trip was a ritual bath in Adhi Setu (the ocean near Rameswara) and the blessing of being bathed by the sacred waters of 22 sacred tirthams (ponds) to absolve all sins. The group also enjoyed a swim in the sea where Lord Rama’s monkey army built the floating bridge to Lanka.
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Paramahamsa Sri Swami Vishwananda led the hundreds of devotees gathered in prayer, performing yagnas, abhishekams and special pujas in honour of Sri Lakshmi Devi. Maa's sweetness was felt throughout the weekend, filling our hearts with joy!
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On 13 June we celebrated Paramahamsa Vishwananda's jayanti with guru-puja, long prayers, many bhajans, a lovely picnic and many many stories praising and celebrating our gurudev!
On 14 June Guruji visited the new german ashram. Pundalik Maharaja ki...jai! As a gift to Paramahamsa Vishwananda on His jayanti, residents of Shree Peetha Nilaya put on a play showcasing Pundalik's transformation from sinner to saint.
paramahamsavishwananda.com
bhaktimarga.org
Paramahamsa Sri Swami Vishwananda gathered with His devotees and guests from all over the world in His international ashram, Shree Peetha Nilaya, Germany, for an inspiring Christmas celebration. Singing and dancing until after 3 am on Christmas Eve, however, didn't interrupt the normal schedule of temple prayers at 7 am the next morning. In the afternoon, a beautifully planned Christmas Day meal was served to all the guests by the residents of The Ashram, and then a final satsang after prayers in the evening sent everyone off to bed, happy and filled with the joy of the season.
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For 14 days, Paramahamsa Vishwananda led 70 of His Shree Peetha Nilaya residents on a pilgrimage through South India. The group travelled to nine cities to explore the roots of our Sri Sampradaya and some of the history of Lord Rama on His trek to rescue His beloved Sita. The group enjoyed more than 30 temples, many of which are Divya Desams: the 108 Vishnu temples that are mentioned in the poetic works of the Tamil Alvars (saints).
As always, traveling with the Master includes delights and surprises along the way. This time, the group was blessed to encounter three saints and enjoy the hospitality of several other gurus and acharyas. A highlight of the trip was a ritual bath in Adhi Setu (the ocean near Rameswara) and the blessing of being bathed by the sacred waters of 22 sacred tirthams (ponds) to absolve all sins. The group also enjoyed a swim in the sea where Lord Rama’s monkey army built the floating bridge to Lanka.
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Paramahamsa Sri Swami Vishwananda gathered with His devotees and guests from all over the world in His international ashram, Shree Peetha Nilaya, Germany, for an inspiring Christmas celebration. Singing and dancing until after 3 am on Christmas Eve, however, didn't interrupt the normal schedule of temple prayers at 7 am the next morning. In the afternoon, a beautifully planned Christmas Day meal was served to all the guests by the residents of The Ashram, and then a final satsang after prayers in the evening sent everyone off to bed, happy and filled with the joy of the season.
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Swami Paramahamsa Yogananda wrote "The autobiography of a yogi" in this hermitage. His hermitage is still maintained the same way it was when he lived there.
For 14 days, Paramahamsa Vishwananda led 70 of His Shree Peetha Nilaya residents on a pilgrimage through South India. The group travelled to nine cities to explore the roots of our Sri Sampradaya and some of the history of Lord Rama on His trek to rescue His beloved Sita. The group enjoyed more than 30 temples, many of which are Divya Desams: the 108 Vishnu temples that are mentioned in the poetic works of the Tamil Alvars (saints).
As always, traveling with the Master includes delights and surprises along the way. This time, the group was blessed to encounter three saints and enjoy the hospitality of several other gurus and acharyas. A highlight of the trip was a ritual bath in Adhi Setu (the ocean near Rameswara) and the blessing of being bathed by the sacred waters of 22 sacred tirthams (ponds) to absolve all sins. The group also enjoyed a swim in the sea where Lord Rama’s monkey army built the floating bridge to Lanka.
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For 14 days, Paramahamsa Vishwananda led 70 of His Shree Peetha Nilaya residents on a pilgrimage through South India. The group travelled to nine cities to explore the roots of our Sri Sampradaya and some of the history of Lord Rama on His trek to rescue His beloved Sita. The group enjoyed more than 30 temples, many of which are Divya Desams: the 108 Vishnu temples that are mentioned in the poetic works of the Tamil Alvars (saints).
As always, traveling with the Master includes delights and surprises along the way. This time, the group was blessed to encounter three saints and enjoy the hospitality of several other gurus and acharyas. A highlight of the trip was a ritual bath in Adhi Setu (the ocean near Rameswara) and the blessing of being bathed by the sacred waters of 22 sacred tirthams (ponds) to absolve all sins. The group also enjoyed a swim in the sea where Lord Rama’s monkey army built the floating bridge to Lanka.
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Paramahamsa Vishwananda’s birthday celebration brought many guests to The Ashram, Shree Peetha Nilaya. The festivities began with darshan on the 11th of June. On the 13th the bhaktas offered many prayers and gifts to Guruji as an expression of gratitude for all that He has brought into our lives and to the world. There were 108 yajnas on the lawn behind the temple, and later the devotees offered pada-abhishekam to Guruji’s Feet. The day was filled with singing, satsangs, and a delicious vegan dinner. Paramahamsa Vishwananda spoke about the beauty and joy of serving God with sincerity and asked that we all become disciplined in our chanting of the Divine Names.
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The 2020 Holi Adventure with Paramahamsa Vishwananda was infused with devotion as it took place in Vrindavan, India, and the ashram of the Shree Giridhar Dham. Fortunately, it was held just before the onset of big changes in the world due to the Coronavirus, so a large number of devotees from all over the world were able to experience the joyous festival of colours known as ‘Holi’ and visit many of the sacred sites where Lord Krishna’s lilas took place.
During this time, new deities were installed at the ashram, too: Panduranga, Rukmini, and a unique Hanuman/Garuda.
A truly memorable trip for everyone in so many ways!
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For 14 days, Paramahamsa Vishwananda led 70 of His Shree Peetha Nilaya residents on a pilgrimage through South India. The group travelled to nine cities to explore the roots of our Sri Sampradaya and some of the history of Lord Rama on His trek to rescue His beloved Sita. The group enjoyed more than 30 temples, many of which are Divya Desams: the 108 Vishnu temples that are mentioned in the poetic works of the Tamil Alvars (saints).
As always, traveling with the Master includes delights and surprises along the way. This time, the group was blessed to encounter three saints and enjoy the hospitality of several other gurus and acharyas. A highlight of the trip was a ritual bath in Adhi Setu (the ocean near Rameswara) and the blessing of being bathed by the sacred waters of 22 sacred tirthams (ponds) to absolve all sins. The group also enjoyed a swim in the sea where Lord Rama’s monkey army built the floating bridge to Lanka.
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bhaktimarga.org
On 13 June we celebrated Paramahamsa Vishwananda's jayanti with guru-puja, long prayers, many bhajans, a lovely picnic and many many stories praising and celebrating our gurudev!
On 14 June Guruji visited the new german ashram. Pundalik Maharaja ki...jai! As a gift to Paramahamsa Vishwananda on His jayanti, residents of Shree Peetha Nilaya put on a play showcasing Pundalik's transformation from sinner to saint.
paramahamsavishwananda.com
bhaktimarga.org
For 14 days, Paramahamsa Vishwananda led 70 of His Shree Peetha Nilaya residents on a pilgrimage through South India. The group travelled to nine cities to explore the roots of our Sri Sampradaya and some of the history of Lord Rama on His trek to rescue His beloved Sita. The group enjoyed more than 30 temples, many of which are Divya Desams: the 108 Vishnu temples that are mentioned in the poetic works of the Tamil Alvars (saints).
As always, traveling with the Master includes delights and surprises along the way. This time, the group was blessed to encounter three saints and enjoy the hospitality of several other gurus and acharyas. A highlight of the trip was a ritual bath in Adhi Setu (the ocean near Rameswara) and the blessing of being bathed by the sacred waters of 22 sacred tirthams (ponds) to absolve all sins. The group also enjoyed a swim in the sea where Lord Rama’s monkey army built the floating bridge to Lanka.
paramahamsavishwananda.com
bhaktimarga.org
Paramahamsa Sri Swami Vishwananda gathered with His devotees and guests from all over the world in His international ashram, Shree Peetha Nilaya, Germany, for an inspiring Christmas celebration. Singing and dancing until after 3 am on Christmas Eve, however, didn't interrupt the normal schedule of temple prayers at 7 am the next morning. In the afternoon, a beautifully planned Christmas Day meal was served to all the guests by the residents of The Ashram, and then a final satsang after prayers in the evening sent everyone off to bed, happy and filled with the joy of the season.
paramahamsavishwananda.com
bhaktimarga.org
On 13 June we celebrated Paramahamsa Vishwananda's jayanti with guru-puja, long prayers, many bhajans, a lovely picnic and many many stories praising and celebrating our gurudev!
On 14 June Guruji visited the new german ashram. Pundalik Maharaja ki...jai! As a gift to Paramahamsa Vishwananda on His jayanti, residents of Shree Peetha Nilaya put on a play showcasing Pundalik's transformation from sinner to saint.
paramahamsavishwananda.com
bhaktimarga.org
For 14 days, Paramahamsa Vishwananda led 70 of His Shree Peetha Nilaya residents on a pilgrimage through South India. The group travelled to nine cities to explore the roots of our Sri Sampradaya and some of the history of Lord Rama on His trek to rescue His beloved Sita. The group enjoyed more than 30 temples, many of which are Divya Desams: the 108 Vishnu temples that are mentioned in the poetic works of the Tamil Alvars (saints).
As always, traveling with the Master includes delights and surprises along the way. This time, the group was blessed to encounter three saints and enjoy the hospitality of several other gurus and acharyas. A highlight of the trip was a ritual bath in Adhi Setu (the ocean near Rameswara) and the blessing of being bathed by the sacred waters of 22 sacred tirthams (ponds) to absolve all sins. The group also enjoyed a swim in the sea where Lord Rama’s monkey army built the floating bridge to Lanka.
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bhaktimarga.org
Paramahamsa Sri Swami Vishwananda visited Latvia to inaugurate the newly carved granite deities of Sri Ram Darbar at Bhakti Marga's Satchitananda Vigraha Ramachandra Ashram. After the celebrations, He explained to everyone gathered, why deities are so important for us. On the second day, Guruji gave Darshan in the city centre of Riga for more than 1,200 seekers that travelled from far to receive his special blessings.
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We celebrated the birth of Christ with Paramahamsa Sri Swami Vishwananda in His international ashram, Shree Peetha Nilaya. We had a long and beautiful liturgy for Christmas Eve, describing and honouring the miracle of Jesus' birth and then we sang and danced until long after midnight. The next morning Guruji led a sweet Abhishekam with baby Jesus and the devotee children.
During His satsang afterwards, Guruji said that Jesus came to Earth to help humanity move away from the fear of God and to realise the Love of God. He reminded us that we must focus on transforming ourselves to find God's presence within ourselves first, and then we will be able to see God in others. After the satsang, the children sang holiday songs in English, French and German, and finally, a play depicted the life of Saint Seraphim of Sarov.
After that, everyone gathered for the traditional Bhakti Marga Christmas family meal. The residents served the guests while speakers told stories and Guruji enjoyed throwing out candies and cake pops to everyone.
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Paramahamsa Vishwananda’s 42nd Appearance Day marked a more quiet but heartfelt celebration at Shree Peetha Nilaya. (With the travel restrictions lessening, more guests could come but still many regulations had to be followed.)
The morning celebrations included a guru paduka-puja where Guruji’s Feet were covered in flowers, followed by an abhishekam on His personal murtis. After that, He gave a satsang about the real meaning of a birthday in the human experience. The afternoon event consisted of a powerful 108 Yagna ceremony dedicated to our beloved Gurudev, performed by The Ashram Residents and guests.
In the evening, a picnic on the back lawn briefly sprinkled everyone with the rain's blessings, but passed on so that everyone could have dinner, cake, and a watch a special Resident video made just for His birthday, as well as a video featuring 'The Little Devotee' cartoon set to music.
Gurudev said He was glad everyone could come and, building on His satsang of the morning, wished us all a Happy Birthday as well.
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For 14 days, Paramahamsa Vishwananda led 70 of His Shree Peetha Nilaya residents on a pilgrimage through South India. The group travelled to nine cities to explore the roots of our Sri Sampradaya and some of the history of Lord Rama on His trek to rescue His beloved Sita. The group enjoyed more than 30 temples, many of which are Divya Desams: the 108 Vishnu temples that are mentioned in the poetic works of the Tamil Alvars (saints).
As always, traveling with the Master includes delights and surprises along the way. This time, the group was blessed to encounter three saints and enjoy the hospitality of several other gurus and acharyas. A highlight of the trip was a ritual bath in Adhi Setu (the ocean near Rameswara) and the blessing of being bathed by the sacred waters of 22 sacred tirthams (ponds) to absolve all sins. The group also enjoyed a swim in the sea where Lord Rama’s monkey army built the floating bridge to Lanka.
paramahamsavishwananda.com
bhaktimarga.org