Dear Friends
Sri Nrsimha Chaturdasi Meditation
“I offer my respectful obeisances unto Lord Nṛsiṁhadeva, the source of all power. O my Lord who possesses nails and teeth just like thunderbolts, kindly vanquish our demonlike desires for fruitive activity in this material world. Please appear in our hearts and drive away our ignorance so that by Your mercy we may become fearless in the struggle for existence in this material world. May there be good fortune throughout the universe, and may all envious persons be pacified. May all living entities become calm by practising bhakti-yoga, for by accepting devotional service, they will think of each other’s welfare. Therefore, let us all engage in the service of the supreme transcendence, Lord Śrī Kṛṣṇa, and always remain absorbed in thought of Him.” Srimad Bhagavatam 5.18.8-9
Radhanath’s Gifts Pop-up on Sri Nrsimha Chaturdasi
Book Table • 10am-5pm
Browse our wide range of Nrsimha products: Maha Nrsimha oil, pavitras & kavachas from Mayapur; metal alloy bracelets, keychains, necklaces & rings; pure silver Nrsimha pendants & rings; Nrsimha canvas frames; Nrsimha wall reliefs and more.
View/download the March/April 2026 Hare Krishna News here.
This issue includes articles remembering His Grace Ranjit Das and Her Grace Madhavi Gopi Dasi, a photo journal of the 2026 Durban Festival of Chariots, the Women’s Forum, a children’s activity, a recipe and more.
Week Ahead
Thursday 30 April
Sri Nrsimha Chaturdasi
Appearance Anniversary of Lord Nrsimha
Fast until dusk (5:47pm)
3:00pm Sri Nrsimha Yajna (Kindly note: bookings are now closed)
5:15pm Sri Nrsimha Maha Abhishek
5:45pm Break Fast Feast
6:30pm Kirtan
7:00pm Gaura-arati & Kirtan
7:30pm Festival Class by His Holiness Bhakti Caitanya Swami
Friday 1 May
Sri Sri Radha-Raman Devaji’s Appearance Anniversary
Sri Madhavendra Puri’s Appearance Anniversary
Sri Srinivasa Acharya’s Appearance Anniversary
Saturday 2 May
Transcendental Dairies Class @7:30am
By His Grace Radhika Jivana Das
Sunday 3 May
Caitanya Caritamrta Class @7:30am
By His Grace Virabhadra Das
Love Feast @11am
Why do bad things happen to good people?
With His Holiness Bhakti Caitanya Swami
Monday 4 May
Krishna Prema Nama-hatta (Unit 6/7) @7pm
The Importance of Guru-puja
With His Grace Bhakti Salendra
Shantik Foundation – corner of road 729/741, Montford, Chatsworth
Wednesday 6 May
Sri Ramananda Raya’s Disappearance Anniversary
Save the Date
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 here.
Purushottama Adhik Maas
16 May – 13 June
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