Friday 24 February 2023

Week Ahead 24 February – 2 March 2023

Dear Friends

The Sri Sri Radha Radhanath Temple is a nominee for the Durban Tourism Business Awards 2023. The temple serves the tourism industry by offering visitors a unique spiritual experience. Please cast your vote and encourage your friends and family to vote too. 

How to Vote
1. Click here.
2. Scroll to the bottom of the page.
3. Find the “Hare Krishna Temple” in the “Service Excellence (Visitor Experience)” category.
4. Click on the vote tab under the Temple picture.
5. Rate the various aspects and fill in your name and email address.
6. Click “Vote Now” to complete your vote.

Week Ahead

Friday 24 February
Community of Love @7:00pm

Sri Sri Radha Radhanath Temple
In honour of His Holiness Kadamba Kanana Swami

Westville Nama-hatta @6pm
Gaura Purnima
By Her Grace Vaishnavi Priya Dasi
Venue: UKZN Westville Hindu Centre
RSVP via WhatsApp on 076 549 5474 (Paramatma Das)

Kendra Nama-hatta @7pm
So you bathe, dress & cook for Krishna?
Honouring Her Grace Radha Radhanath Dasi
Venue: Kendra Hall
RSVP via WhatsApp on 083 453 3026 (Bhakta Shravan)

Saturday 25 February
Monthly Sankirtan Festival @9am

Join us this Saturday for the Monthly Sankirtan Festival. Bring your instruments, book bags, and comfy shoes as we share the Holy Name and Srila Prabhupada’s books in different areas around Durban. You can either join a book distribution team or a Harinam party. If you have never been on Book Distribution before and wish to try it out, we can partner you with an experienced book distributor, who will guide and encourage you through the experience. Kindly register early Friday 24 February for catering purposes via WhatsApp: Radha Raman Das on 076 587 9558 or Priya Kishori Devi Dasi on 082 806 1646

Community of Love @4:00pm
New Jagannath Puri Temple – ISKCON Phoenix
In honour of His Holiness Kadamba Kanana Swami

Special Evening @7pm
with His Holiness Partha Sarathi Das Goswami
Sri Sri Radha Radhanath Temple 

Sunday 26 February
Bhaktivedanta College 2022 Graduation @11am

Friday 3 March
Ekadasi
 – Fast from all grains, beans & legumes

Saturday 4 March
Ekadasi Break Fast 05:48 – 08:16

Sri Gaura Purnima News

Lessons from Lord Caitanya’s Pastimes Seminar
By His Holiness Bhakti Caitanya Swami
via Facebook or Youtube
6:30pm-7:30pm
Feb 23rd, 24th, 27th, 28th, March 1st, 2nd.

Sri Gaura Purnima Maha Harinam
Saturday 4 March @10:30am
Starting at Snake Park on the Beachfront
In honour of His Holiness Kadamba Kanana Swami

Sri Gaura Purnima Deity Festival Sponsorship
You may select your sponsorship here or alternatively in person, with Ishara at the book counter on Sundays from 11:00am-1:00pm. You can also WhatsApp 063 297 4398. Note: All 2023 deity festival sponsorships are open and available via the link. 

Courses on Offer

Bhaktivedanta College of Education & Culture 2023 Prospectus
Please click here

ISKCON Disciple Course (IDC)
Facilitated by His Holiness Bhakti Caitanya Swami
This course is designed for all devotees who want to understand better the relationship between guru and disciple, especially those seeking first and second initiations. There are no pre-requisites for this course.
Course Dates: 18-21 March
March 18th (Sat): 10h00 to 13h00 SAST
March 19th (Sun): 10h00 to 13h00 SAST
March 20th (Mon): 18h30 to 19h30 SAST
March 21st (Tues public holiday): 10h00 to 13h00 SAST
Register here
Course fee: R225 (SA) For any enquiries, please email education.bcais@gmail.com

Mayapur Institute & ISKCON Education Ministry of South Africa presents
The Srimad Bhagavatam Level 1 (9-16 Year-Olds) 
Learners will learn the first three slokas of Canto 1, Chapter 1, and will study relevant information on these texts. The course will conclude with an assessment. Learners will receive certificates on completion. The course is free of charge and online. Enroll here

Karatal & Mridanga Basics
with Her Grace Gangamata Goswamini Dasi
Sundays 10:30am-11:30am
Starting 5 March.
Register here

Reminders

Govinda’s Restaurant & Radhanath’s Gifts
Monday – Saturday 9:30am-4pm
Sundays & Public Holidays 9:30am-3pm
Note: Govinda’s is now open on Wednesdays. The Temple Receptionist will assist you at Radhanath’s Gifts on Wednesdays.

How to Connect to the Temple?
031 403 3328 • temple@iskcondurban.net • iskcondurban.net

Friday 17 February 2023

Week Ahead 17-23 February 2023

Dear Friends

This weekend we celebrate the “best of all devotees” – Lord Shiva. Srila Prabhupada writes, “It is said, vaiṣṇavānāṁ yathā śambhuḥ: Lord Śiva is the best of all devotees. Therefore all devotees of Lord Kṛṣṇa are also devotees of Lord Śiva. A devotee of Lord Kṛṣṇa does not disrespect Lord Śiva but worships Lord Śiva as the most exalted devotee. Consequently, whenever a devotee worships Lord Śiva, he prays to Lord Śiva to achieve the favor of Kṛṣṇa.” (Srimad Bhagavatam 4.24.30, purport)

ISKCON Maha Shivaratri Festivals

Friday 17 February
Kendra Nama Hatta @7pm

Jai Shiva Shankara – Glories from the Srimad Bhagavatam
By His Grace Jagadananda Pandit Das
Venue: Kendra Hall
RSVP via WhatsApp on 083 453 3026 (Bhakta Shravan)

Saturday 18 February (Actual Day)
Sri Sri Radha Radhanath Temple @7:30am

Glories of Lord Shiva
By His Grace Radhika Jivana Das

New Jagannath Puri Temple – ISKCON Phoenix @6pm
Glories of Lord Shiva – An Audiovisual Presentation
By His Grace Anandamaya Krishna Das

Sunday 19 February
Sri Sri Dayal Nitai Gaurahari Temple – ISKCON PMB @11am

Glories of Lord Shiva – An Audiovisual Presentation
By His Grace Anandamaya Krishna Das

Govinda’s offers the FINEST quality traditional Indian sweets perfect for your offering to Lord Shiva. To place an order or for more information WhatsApp 078 849 4291

Sri Gaura Purnima News

Lessons from Lord Caitanya’s Pastimes Seminar
By His Holiness Bhakti Caitanya Swami
via Facebook or Youtube
6:30pm-7:30pm
Feb 23rd, 24th, 27th, 28th, March 1st, 2nd.
This course is designed for all devotees who want a better understanding of the lessons that Lord Caitanya exhibited. It’s the perfect opportunity to absorb oneself in Lord Caitanya’s nectarean pastimes in the lead-up to Gaura Purnima. Registration is required for those who would like accreditation for the course from BCAIS Education. Please register here. Recommended donation is R125. There are no prerequisites for this course. For any inquiries, please email education.bcais@gmail.com

Sri Gaura Purnima Deity Festival Sponsorship
You may select your sponsorship here or alternatively in person, with Ishara at the book counter on Sundays from 11:00am-1:00pm. You can also WhatsApp 063 297 4398. Note: All 2023 deity festival sponsorships are open and available via the link. 

Week Ahead

Friday 17 February
Sri Isvara Puri’s Disappearance Anniversary

Sri Isvara Puri is Lord Caitanya’s spiritual master. 

Saturday 18 February
Maha Shivaratri

Sunday 19 February
Chandan Yatra

7:00am Guru-puja to Srila Prabhupada
7:15am Nectar of Devotion Class, Chapter 3
by Her Grace Gangamata Goswamini Dasi
8:00am Chandan Yatra Darshan of Sri Sri Radha Radhanath 

Love Feast @11am
Sunday Love Feast Inspiration

by His Grace Swarup Damodar Das

Tuesday 21 February
Srila Jagannath Das Babaji’s Disappearance Anniversary

Reminders

Govinda’s Restaurant & Radhanath’s Gifts
Monday – Saturday 9:30am-4pm
Sundays & Public Holidays 9:30am-3pm
Note: Govinda’s is now open on Wednesdays. The Temple Receptionist will assist you at Radhanath’s Gifts on Wednesdays.

How to Connect to the Temple?
031 403 3328 • temple@iskcondurban.net • iskcondurban.net

Friday 10 February 2023

Week Ahead 10-16 February 2023

Dear Friends

View/download the Hare Krishna News Jan/Feb2023 here

Week Ahead

Friday 10 February
Srila Bhaktisiddhanta Sarasvati Thakur’s Appearance Anniversary

Westville Nama-hatta @6pm
Demystifying the Bhagavad Gita in 45 Minutes
By His Grace Jagadananda Pandit Das
Venue: UKZN Westville Hindu Centre
RSVP via WhatsApp on 076 549 5474 (Paramatma Das)

Kendra Nama-hatta @7pm
Kirtan Mela – Dedicated to His Holiness Kadamba Kanana Swami
A festival of the holy name dedicated to our beloved Kadamba Kanana Swami who always transports us to the spiritual sky with his kirtans.
The kirtan will be led by Her Grace Yadurani and the Mela team.
Venue: Kendra Hall
RSVP via WhatsApp on 083 453 3026 (Bhakta Shravan)

Saturday 11 February
Morning Class @7:30am
Transcendental Diaries, Chapter 8
by His Grace Virabhadra Das

Sunday 5 February
Morning Class @7:30am
Nectar of Devotion Class, Chapter 2
by His Grace Jaisacinandana Das

Love Feast @11am
Why We Blame Others
by Her Grace Aruddha Devi Dasi

Thursday 16 February
Ekadasi – Fast from all grains, beans & legumes.

Friday 17 February
Ekadasi Break Fast 05:37 – 09:59

Save the Date

Saturday 18 February
Maha Shivaratri

Reminders

2023 Temple Calendar Clearance
Kindly note all temple calendars are now half-price.
four-page – R30 each
one-page – R15 each
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
Note: Govinda’s is now open on Wednesdays. The Temple Receptionist will assist you at Radhanath’s Gifts on Wednesdays.

How to Connect to the Temple?

031 403 3328 • temple@iskcondurban.net • iskcondurban.net 

Thursday 2 February 2023

Week Ahead 3-9 February 2023

Dear Friends

His Grace Kshudi Das (ACBSP) leaves Durban on Saturday. We will hear from him for the last time at Lord Nityananda’s midday festival. The South African yatra will forever be in his debt for his pioneering service in establishing our first connections in South Africa. He laid the groundwork for the second wave of devotees to come and firmly establish Krishna consciousness here.

2023 Temple Calendar Clearance
Kindly note all temple calendars are now half-price.
four-page – R30 each
one-page – R15 each
Available at the Book Table and Radhanath’s Gifts

Lord Nityananda’s Feast
You’re invited to contribute to the feast on Lord Nityananda’s Appearance Day. You can assist in cash, kind, or volunteer your time. Kindly contact Balaram 082 881 4521

Week Ahead

Friday 3 February
Sri Nityananda Trayodasi: Lord Nityananda’s Appearance

Fast until midday.
Midday Festival
10:00am Harinam – starts and ends at the Temple
11:30am Class by His Grace Kshudi Das (ACBSP)
12:20pm Raj Bhoga Arati & Kirtan
1:00pm Beak Fast Feast

Evening Festival
5:30pm Feast
7:00pm Gaura Arati & Kirtan
7:30pm Lord Nityananda’s Chant Party – Get Swept-up in the Waves of the Mantra Orchestra!
8:10pm Special Class by His Holiness Partha Sarathi Das Goswami

Saturday 4 February
Morning Class @7:30am

Transcendental Diaries, Chapters 8
by Her Grace Gangamata Goswamini Dasi

Sunday 5 February
Morning Class @7:30am

Nectar of Devotion Class, Chapter One
by Her Grace Ranga Devi Dasi

Sari Draping Workshop @10am
with Gangamata Goswamini
SSRRT College Room

Love Feast @11am
Bhagavad Gita Inspiration

with His Grace Radhika Jivana Das

Save the Date

Friday 10 February
Srila Bhaktisiddhanta Sarasvati Thakur’s Appearance Anniversary

Fast until midday

Reminders

Srimad Bhagavatam Study Guide for Children
Create true generational wealth by gifting your children the wealth of Srimad Bhagavatam. Give them the privilege of learning character, critical thinking, compassion, and how to interact with people, other living entities, nature, and the Lord, from the personalities in Srimad Bhagavatam.
Study Guides for Cantos 1-5 are available on pre-order. R1600 for the set with the option of a payment plan over four months.
Contact the Book Office: 082 806 1646 • 076 587 9558 • sankirtanoffice.dbn@gmail.com

Govinda’s Restaurant & Radhanath’s Gifts
Monday – Saturday 9:30am-4pm
Sundays & Public Holidays 9:30am-3pm
Note: Govinda’s is now open on Wednesdays. The Temple Receptionist will assist you at Radhanath’s Gifts on Wednesdays.

How to Connect to the Temple?

031 403 3328 • temple@iskcondurban.net • iskcondurban.net