Dear Friends
Samskara Course
This course is based on the Sat-kriyā-sāra-dīpikā by Śrīla Gopāla Bhaṭṭa Gosvāmī and covers the 16 major samskaras, from conception to final rites. The ISKCON Deity Worship Ministry accredits the course, and this course forms part of the Mayapur Academy Diploma.
Part 1: Theory (Online)
Dates: 13; 14; 16; 20; 21; 28 & 29 June
Cost: R200
PLUS: You will also require the book: Sat-kriyā-sāra-dīpikā by Śrīla Gopāla Bhaṭṭa Gosvāmī. Cost: R350.
Part 2: Practical (In-person)
Dates: 3-12 July
Full days on the weekends and three hours on weekday evenings.
Cost: R300
Register and see more details here.
Week Ahead
Saturday 25 April
Srimati Sita Devi’s Appearance (Consort of Lord Ramachandra)
Srimati Jahnava Devi’s Appearance (Consort of Lord Nityananda)
Transcendental Dairies Class @7:30am
By His Grace Raghunath Bhatta Das
Monthly Sankirtan Festival @9:00am
Meet at 9am at the Book Office.
Register with Radha Raman 076 587 9558 before Friday, 24 April.
The Sankirtan Festival is a great way to experience the flood of mercy of Sri Caitanya Mahaprabhu. Try your hand at introducing someone to Krishna consciousness in the company of quality people & conversation, and have a phenomenal experience.
Sri Vyasa Puja of His Holiness Kadamba Kanana Swami @10:30am
Venue: Sri Sri Radha Radhanath Temple
Bhoga offerings are most welcome.
Sunday 26 April
Caitanya Caritamrta Class @7:30am
By His Grace Virabhadra Das
Love Feast @11am
With His Grace Swarup Damodar Das
Monday 27 April
Ekadasi – Fast from all grains, beans & legumes.
Krishna Prema Nama-hatta (Unit 6/7) @7pm
The Glories of Ekadasi
By His Grace Bhakti Nischay
Shantik Foundation – corner of road 729/741, Montford, Chatsworth
Tuesday 28 April
Ekadasi Break Fast
06:22 – 10:03
Thursday 30 April
Sri Nrsimha Chaturdasi
Appearance Anniversary of Lord Nrsimha
Fast until dusk (5:47pm)
4:30am Mangal Arati & Japa
7:15am Srila Prabhupada’s Guru-puja
7:30am Greeting the Deities in Their New Outfit
7:45am Special Lord Nrsimha Class by His Grace Madana-mohan Das
3:00pm Sri Nrsimha Yajna (booking essential, no walk-ins)
Sri Nrsimha Yagna Booking
The sastra states that no yagna is complete without daan (giving). We therefore invite you to offer a minimum donation of R108 per person. Booking is essential and limited. Book here.
5:15pm Sri Nrsimha Maha Abhishek
Maha Abhishek Booking
You are invited to sponsor Lord Nrsimhadeva’s Maha Abhishek. The cost is R508. Book here.
Contact Bhakti Katha via WhatsApp 060 5653504
5:45pm Break Fast Feast
6:30pm Kirtan
7:00pm Gaura-arati & Kirtan
7:30pm Festival Class by His Holiness Bhakti Caitanya Swami
Reminders
Memorials @Sri Sri Radha Radhanath Temple
Celebrate the life and legacy of your loved one by hosting a memorial at the lotus feet of Sri Sri Radha Radhanath.
Package includes:
• Kirtan to uplift the heart
• A spiritual class offering wisdom and solace
• Guru Puja to Srila Prabhupada
• Prasad
Memorials at the Temple are imbued with sacredness, devotion, and blessings, making them a meaningful tribute to those you cherish. For bookings, please contact Bhakti-katha Dasi on 060 565 3504 or events@iskcondurban.net
ISKCON Durban Guesthouse
To book:
Call/WhatsApp +27 (0)65 678 9654
guesthouse@iskcondurban.net
Govinda’s Restaurant & Takeaway
Monday – Saturday 9:30am – 6pm
Sundays 9:30am-3pm
Radhanath’s Gifts
Monday – Saturday 9:30am-4pm
Sundays & Public Holidays 9:30am-3pm
How to Connect to the Temple?
031 403 3328 • temple@iskcondurban.net • iskcondurban.net
