Dear Friends
Today, November 25 marks the UN’s International Day to End Violence Against Women. This year, ISKCON’s Vaishnavi Ministry will join the UN’s global 16 days of activism against gender-based violence.
As Vaishnavas, we are mandated by our scriptures and tradition to protect the vulnerable and those placed in our love and care, including “the brāhmaṇas, the cows, the women, the children, and the old men” [Srimad Bhagavatam 1.8.5 Purport]. Abuse is a severe violation of the essential practices of Krishna consciousness and Vaishnava culture. Vaishnava culture requires cultivating qualities such as mercy, self-discipline, and compassion. Abuse undermines and destroys these qualities.
From 25 November to 10 December the Vaishnavi Ministry will discuss gender-based violence and domestic abuse, ISKCON’s official policies to combat such abuse, and Srila Prabhupada’s teachings on how devotees should treat each other. You can follow the campaign on ISKCON Vaishnavi Ministry’s Facebook and YouTube channels. Please find all topics in the Week Ahead schedule. Note all talks will be available from 4pm on each day.
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We encourage the community to be wary of sensationalised and inaccurate news that finds its way to you via email, Social Media, or WhatsApp. You can help combat the spread of misinformation and fake news.
Here are some tips on how you can stay informed and help shut down fake news:
1. Get your updates from official ISKCON Durban channels, including iskcondurban.net, our official Social Media channels: @DurbanKrishna on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.
2. Make use of trusted and accredited media sources to find information. Dandavats and ISKCON News are the two reliable sources of information.
3. Before forwarding any information, do your own fact-checking and make sure the info is true and accurate.
4. If you come across disturbing news please reach out to the temple: temple@iskcondurban.net.
Reading Group for Teenagers
The Pastimes of Nitai Gauranga!
Take a “sacred space breather” with friends by joining this online reading group, which begins on Sunday 4 December @5pm. Parents & guardians, please encourage all the teenagers in your life to join! Sessions will be held via Google Meet and is hosted by the enthusiastic Ganga-Mata Goswamini.
Register here by Sunday 27 November or call 067 750 9238.
Prabhupada Marathon 2022
08 November – 31 December
Here is how you can join the marathon!
Kids League • Join the Youth • Go Solo • Team Up • Support Spiritual Learning • Be A Hero • Live to Give Campaign
For more information:
sankirtanoffice.dbn@gmail.com • 082 806 1646 • 065 964 0699
The Book Office is located behind the prasada marquee. You can place your order via Email or WhatsApp and a pick-up time will be communicated for the next day.
Come Browse and Choose Your Selection
On Sunday, November 27 during the Love Feast, the book office will be open for you to leisurely browse through our wide selection of books including various NEW titles.
Week Ahead
Friday 25 November
ISKCON’s Vaishnavi Ministry’s 16 days of Activism Against Gender-based Violence
Why Preventing Domestic Abuse is an important conversation for ISKCON
with His Grace Mahatma Das (ACBSP); Her Grace Krishnarupa Devi Dasi (ACBSP) and His Grace Anuttama Das (ACBSP)
Saturday 26 November
Morning Class @7:30am
Transcendental Diaries, Chapter 4 – Bombay 20-23 December 1975
with His Grace Radhika Jivana Das
The 13th Annual BBT Africa Conference
Saturday 26 November @2pm
Celebrate book distribution at the 13th Annual BBT Africa Conference.
The conference theme is “Double It!”
How do we continue to print Srila Prabhupada’s books and spread Krishna Consciousness in Africa? We celebrate the efforts made in book distribution and acknowledge that there is more to accomplish.
Live @BBTAfrica on Facebook and YouTube.
Sunday 27 November
Morning Class @7:30am
Sri Isopanishad, Mantra 14
with Her Grace Gaura Bhumi Dasi
Love Feast @11am
by His Grace Swarup Damodar Das
Monday 28 November
6:30pm What is the Difficulty
by Her Grace Hemlata Dasi
Tuesday 29 November
ISKCON’s Vaishnavi Ministry’s 16 days of Activism Against Gender-based Violence
Understanding the Psychology of Abuse
Her Grace Caitanya-lila Devi Dasi & Citi-Sakti Devi Dasi
6:30pm Krishna Book
by Her Grace Bhaktin Bonolo
Wednesday 30 November
6:30pm Brhat Bhagavatamrita
by Her Grace Radha Radhanath Dasi
Thursday 1 December
6:30pm Prabhupada is Coming!
by His Grace Ramanuhacharya Das (ACBSP)
Saturday 3 December
Advent of Bhagavad-Gita – Gita Jayanti
Morning Class @7:30am
Transcendental Diaries, Chapter 4
ISKCON’s Vaishnavi Ministry’s 16 days of Activism Against Gender-based Violence
How to Support Victims of Domestic Abuse
Her Grace Rambhoru Devi Dasi (ACBSP) and His Grace Keshava Madhava Das
Sunday 4 December
Ekadasi – Fast from all grains, beans & legumes
Morning Class @7:30am
Sri Isopanishad, Mantra 15
Love Feast @11am
Monday 5 December
Ekadasi Break Fast 04:47 – 09:26
6:30pm What is the Difficulty
Tuesday 6 December
6:30pm Krishna Book
Wednesday 7 December
6:30pm Brhat Bhagavatamrita
by Her Grace Radha Radhanath Dasi
Thursday 8 December
6:30pm Prabhupada is Coming!
by His Grace Ramanuhacharya Das (ACBSP)
Saturday 10 December
ISKCON’s Vaishnavi Ministry’s 16 days of Activism Against Gender-based Violence
Domestic Abuse is Not Just a Women’s Issue
His Grace Partha Das (ACBSP); Her Grace Uttama Devi Dasi (ACBSP); Her Grace Krishnarupa Devi Dasi (ACBSP); His Grace Shuba Vilas Das and Her Grace Radharani Devi Dasi
Reminders
The Lotus Market is Back!
We will be hosting our first Lotus Market in 2 years! You can look forward to great vibes, artisanal vegan and vegetarian food, local crafters, home businesses, and more. Take a leisurely browse through the market with family and friends, kids have a play zone, and there is plenty of safe parking. If you would like to book a stall please get in touch with Doyal Caitanya 083 557 1062 or lotusmarket108@gmail.com.
Radhanath’s Gifts New Stock
Radhanath’s Gifts has a new range of canvas altar pictures, soft toys, cotton saris, a beautiful range of tulsi mala, and more. Take advantage of the gopi outfit 25% off clearance sale.
2023 Calendars Now Available
4-page wall calendars (R60 each) and single-page wall calendars (R30 each) are available at the Book Table and Radhanath’s Gifts.
Govinda’s Restaurant & Radhanath’s Gifts
Monday – Saturday 9:30am-4pm
Sundays & Public Holidays 9:30am-3pm
CLOSED on Wednesdays.
Note: The Temple Receptionist can assist you at Radhanath’s Gifts on weekdays between 8am-4pm.
How to Connect to the Temple?
031 403 3328 • temple@iskcondurban.net • iskcondurban.net
