Kartik 2025 Concludes

Dear Friends

The Memory Vault on YouTube
We are pleased to share a collection of interviews/memoirs of devotees and friends who have served Sri Sri Radha Radhanath. Please find the playlist link here.
This collection is constantly updated, and if you would like to share your story, please book your recording slot with Priya Kishori via WhatsApp (text only): 082 806 1646 or priyakishori@iskcondurban.net.

Last Chance to Share Your Written SSRRT Memoirs
During the 40th Anniversary celebration, many reached out requesting to share their stories. To honour this request, we are extending a FINAL call to share a written memoir of your service history, impressionable remembrances, and recollections. This is your personal memoir to Sri Sri Radha Radhanath. No service is too small or insignificant. All submissions will be collated and published in the November/December 2025 issue of Hare Krishna News. Submissions close on Monday, 10 November. Submit here: temple@iskcondurban.net. If you do not receive a read receipt email, kindly resubmit. Need help? Check out our prompts to help you compile your memoir here. 

40th Anniversary Commemorative Coins
We are pleased to announce that the coins have arrived. With only a limited number available, this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a part of our Temple’s spiritual journey. Don’t miss the chance to be part of this historic moment. Secure your commemorative coin today—and keep the divine memory alive forever.
Bronze – R1508
Silver – R2508
Gold – R4508
Full Set – R8008
The coins will be available at the Book Table on Kartik Purnima (Wednesday, 5 November). Coins are now available at the Book Table. 

Kartik Deity & Vaishnava Seva
Your last chance to offer sponsorships during Kartik:
Kartik Purnima – Last Night of Kartik
Mother Yasoda & Lord Damodar Daily Garlands – R250
Ghee lamps – R558/day
Evening Prasad – R758/day
Devotee Breakfast – R1008/day
Devotee Lunch – R2008/day
For bookings: 063 297 4398

Online ISKCON Disciple's Course
BCAIS Education, in association with the SA Ministry of Education, is pleased to offer the ISKCON Disciple Course (IDC), with His Holiness Bhakti Caitanya Swami. This course is designed for all devotees who want a better understanding of the relationship between Guru and Disciple, especially those seeking first and second initiations, for which this course is a prerequisite.
Find more course details in the booking form here
Registration closes on Friday, 14 November.
For any enquiries, please email education.bcais@gmail.com

Week Ahead

Thursday 30 October
Gopastami
This festival commemorates the day Lord Krishna began herding cows, marking His transition from tending calves to becoming a cowherd. 

Saturday 1 November
Transcendental Dairies Class @7:30am
With Her Grace Priya Kishori Devi Dasi

2-5 November
Bhishma Panchaka

Sunday 2 November
Srila Gaura Kishor Das Babaji's Disappearance Anniversary
Fast until midday.
Ekadasi – Fast from grains, beans & legumes.
Caitanya Caritamrta Class @7:30am
With Her Grace Vaishnava Priya Dasi

Love Feast @10:30am
The program begins with the offering of lamps.
Srila Prabhupada's Faith in the Holy Name
With His Grace Virabhadra Das
Srila Gaura Kishor Das Babaji's Pushpa-puja & Guru-puja @1pm

Wednesday 5 November
Kartik Purnima – Last Night of Kartik
Festival Schedule
6:00pm Kirtan
6:15pm Class by His Grace Ramvijay Das
7:00pm Gaura Arati & Kirtan
7:20pm Singing of Damodarastaka followed by the offering of lamps
7:45pm Prasad Feast
7:50pm Altar closes
9:00pm Altar opens & lamp offerings can continue

Reminders

2026 Calendars Out Now!
A2 four-page wall calendar: R60
A5 desktop calendar: R60
Single Page wall calendar: R30
Available at the Book Table, Radhanath's Gifts or Sankirtan Office.
Business Calendar Service – Four-page A3
Do you have a business or professional practice? The Temple offers a business calendar service. Minimum order: 50 units. Cost: R50,00 each (excludes delivery). Contact Jaisacinandana Das 083 777 3328

ISKCON Durban Guesthouse
To book:
Call/WhatsApp +27 (0)65 678 9654
guesthouse@iskcondurban.net

Radhanath’s Gifts & Govinda's 
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