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SUMMARY:Appearance of Sri Hanuman
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 23 April 2024\n\nHanuman is the pure devotee of Lord Rama\, and by his example we can learn many lessons and continue to serve the devotees and Sri Krishna. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Schedule\n\nRaising of Hanuman’s Flag \n4:30pm (Outside Temple Building Reception) \nTemple Room \n4:50pm – Kirtans & Bhajans\n5:50pm – Class by Vaisnava Sarvabhauma Das\n6:40pm – “Hanuman Eats the Sun” Drama by Bhaktivedanta Players\n7pm – Gaura Arati \nPrasadam \n5pm-7pm (Sri Krishna Haveli) \nNote: This day is also the appearance of Sri Shyamananda Prabhu & Sri Vamsivadana Thakur as well as the anniversary of the installation of Sri Tulsidevi at Bhaktivedanta Manor. Please also take darshan in the Tulasi Garden. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Frequently asked questions\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWill there be parking available?\n\n\n\nYes. Free parking will be available all day. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow do I get there?\n\n\n\nAddress Bhaktivedanta Manor Hilfield Lane Watford Sat-Nav: WD25 8HE \nNote: Entrance to temple is via Hilfield Lane only. There is no entrance to the temple through Letchmore Heath village. For driving\, use approximate driving postcode WD25 8HE and follow road signs. Do not use WD25 8EZ\, as this will lead you to a nearby village. \nFor Public Transport & Map\, please CLICK HERE \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Preview from previous festivals
URL:https://www.krishnatemple.com/event/hanuman-24/
LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Vaishnava Festivals
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DTSTAMP:20260415T142116
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SUMMARY:Appearance of Sri Gadadhara Pandit
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 8 May 2024 | Schedule\n\nLocation: Temple Room \n4:30pm – Kirtans & Bhajans \n6pm – Class by Rama Rupa Das \n7pm – Gaura Arati \n7:30pm – Kirtans \nPrasadam served from 5pm – 7pm (in the Sri Krishna Haveli) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSri Gadadhara Pandita is one of the five Panca-tattva\, who along with Sri Caitanya Mahaprabhu\, Sri Nityananda Prabhu\, Sri Advaita Acarya\, and Srivasa Thakura descended to this world to teach pure devotional service and spread the chanting of the holy name of Lord Krishna. He is sakti-tattva\, an incarnation of the internal or pleasure potency of Lord Krishna\, and is the personification of love of Godhead. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Frequently asked questions\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWill there be parking available?\n\n\n\nYes. Free parking will be available all day. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow do I get there?\n\n\n\nAddress Bhaktivedanta Manor Hilfield Lane Watford Sat-Nav: WD25 8HE \nNote: Entrance to temple is via Hilfield Lane only. There is no entrance to the temple through Letchmore Heath village. For driving\, use approximate driving postcode WD25 8HE and follow road signs. Do not use WD25 8EZ\, as this will lead you to a nearby village. \nFor Public Transport & Map\, please CLICK HERE
URL:https://www.krishnatemple.com/event/gadadhara-2024/
LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Vaishnava Festivals
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240516
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240517
DTSTAMP:20260415T142116
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SUMMARY:Appearance of Srimati Sita Devi
DESCRIPTION:Thursday 16 May 2024\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Schedule\n\nMorning (Temple Room) \n4:30am – Mangal Arati\n7am-10am – Morning Program (Darshan\, Guru Puja\, Class)\n10am-11:45am – Gifts and Flower Offerings to Srimati Sita Devi. See below for more details \nEvening (Temple Room) \n4:30pm – Kirtan & Bhajans\n4:30pm – 6:30pm – Darshan and Offering Gifts. See below for more details\n6pm – Class by Visakha Dasi\n7pm – Gaura Arati\n7:30pm – Drama by Bhaktivedanta Players \nPrasadam (Seva Hall\, Sri Krishna Haveli) \nLunch 1:15pm-2pm \nDinner 5pm-7pm \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDonate\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Offerings to Srimati Sita Devi\n\nGifts \nOn her appearance day\, we invite you to offer gifts to Srimati Sita Devi. From 7am-11:45am there will be a gifts table in the reception area where you can purchase gifts suitable for offering. These will then be given to our pujaris to offer them to Srimati Sita Devi. \nIf you wish to order online beforehand\, please use our Amazon wishlist\, with a pre-approved list of gifts suitable for offering. These can also be brought to the temple between 4:30pm-6:30pm for offering. \nCLICK HERE to view the wishlist \nFlowers \nBetween 10am-11:45am you will also have the opportunity to offer flowers. Please bring your own flowers for offering. \nPrayers / Cards \nYou are welcome to offer your prayers. Cards are welcome with your written prayers that will be presented to Srimati Sita Devi by our pujaris.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Frequently asked questions\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIs a ticket required for entry?\n\n\n\nNo ticket required on this day \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWill there be parking available?\n\n\n\nYes. Free parking will be available all day. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow do I get there?\n\n\n\nAddress Bhaktivedanta Manor Hilfield Lane Watford Sat-Nav: WD25 8HE \nNote: Entrance to temple is via Hilfield Lane only. There is no entrance to the temple through Letchmore Heath village. For driving\, use approximate driving postcode WD25 8HE and follow road signs. Do not use WD25 8EZ\, as this will lead you to a nearby village. \nFor Public Transport & Map\, please CLICK HERE \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Preview from previous festivals
URL:https://www.krishnatemple.com/event/sita-devi-2024/
LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Vaishnava Festivals
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240522
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240523
DTSTAMP:20260415T142116
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SUMMARY:Appearance of Sri Nrisimhadeva
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 22 May 2024\nSri Nrisimhadeva is Lord Krishna’s incarnation as half-man\, half-lion. He is glorified\, described and explained in the Vaisnava scripture Srimad Bhagavatam. Devotees pray to this form of the Lord for protection\, not only from physical threats but also from the selfish attachments in our own hearts.  \nLord Nrisimhadeva came to protect his great devotee\, Prahlada Maharaja\, who constantly prayed to Lord Krishna despite being tortured by his father\, Hiranyakashipu. Nrsimhadeva outwitted the demon Hiranyakashipu\, who thought that he had been blessed to never die under any circumstance. \nNrisimha Caturdasi\, the appearance of Sri Nrisimhadeva is a day to pray for protection and celebrate His glories. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSchedule (Subject to change)\n\nMorning Program in Temple Room\n4:30am – Mangal Arati\n7am – Guru Puja\n7.30am – Deity darshan\n7:50am – Harinama to Sri Krishna Haveli with Srila Prabhupada and Gaura Nitai Deities \nMorning Program in Sri Krishna Haveli\n8am – Words of welcome\n8:10am – Class by Gauranga Das\n9:30am – Narasimha Kavach Yajna\n11:30am – Harinam & Book Distribution in Watford \nEvening program in Sri Krishna Haveli\n4:30pm – Welcome & Kirtan\n4.45pm – Class by Atul Krishna Das\n6pm – Drama by Bhaktivedanta Players\n6:30pm – Abhishek\n7:30pm – Feast \nDarshan\nOpen from 7:30am-7:30pm \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDonate\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Frequently asked questions\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWill there be parking available?\n\n\n\nYes. Free parking will be available all day. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow do I get there?\n\n\n\nThe best way  to get to the Manor is to drive. If you are using google maps\, search for ‘Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Watford’ and follow directions. If you are using a SatNav\, use approximate driving postcode WD25 8HE and follow road signs to ‘Hare Krishna Temple’. Do not use WD25 8EZ on your SatNav\, as this will lead you to Letchmore Heath village through which there is no access to the Temple. The only entrance to temple is via Hilfield Lane. \nAddress\nBhaktivedanta Manor\nHilfield Lane\nWatford\nSat-Nav: WD25 8HE \nFor Public Transport & Map\, please click the link below \nTravel information\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow do I donate towards the festival?\n\n\n\nThank you for thinking of donating! Please click the link below to donate \nDonate here\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Preview from previous festivals
URL:https://www.krishnatemple.com/event/nrsimha-2024/
LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Vaishnava Festivals
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240619
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240620
DTSTAMP:20260415T142116
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SUMMARY:Panihati Chida Dahi Utsava
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 19 June 2024 | Schedule\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Chida Dahi Utsava\, also known as the Chipped Rice Festival of Panihati\, is a yearly celebration of the pastimes of Srila Raghunatha dasa Goswami and Lord Nityananda Prabhu. This pastime took place on the banks of the Ganges at Panihati\, which is just north of Calcutta. Lord Chaitanya and his associates enjoyed many transcendental pastimes here. Chida Dahi Utsava remembers how the Lord mercifully reciprocated with His devotees by arranging\, through Nityananda Prabhu and Raghunatha dasa\, to provide an ecstatic feast of yoghurt and chipped rice\, along with various other nectar foodstuffs. \nMorning Programme (Temple Room) \n4:30am – Mangal Arati\n7:00am – Shringar Arati & Gurupuja\n7:30am – Class \nEvening (Temple Room) \n4:30pm – Kirtan & Bhajans\n6pm – Class by Vrindavan Chandra Das\n7pm – Gaura Arati\n7:30pm – Drama by Bhaktivedanta Players + Distribution and honouring of Chida Dahi Maha Prasad \nPrasadam (Seva Hall\, Sri Krishna Haveli) \nLunch 1:15pm-2pm\nDinner 5pm-6:30pm \nPrepare your Chipped Rice Offering\nLocation: Bhakti Lounge \n3:30pm-5:30pm – Preparation of offerings\n5:30pm – Offering to the Lord in the Temple Room \nFAQ\nCan anyone help? – Yes\, please just ensure you are altar clean. Operating on a first come\, first serve basis. \nAre ingredients provided? – Yes. If you wish to bring your own ingredients\, please bring from 3pm. \nWhat ingredients can I bring? – Ripened\, soft fruits (strawberry\, raspberry\, blueberry\, mangos\, dates\, raisins\, figs\, apricots\, plums\, pineapples\, banana) – Nuts (almonds\, cashew) – Plain yoghurt\, single cream\, vegan yoghurt\, coconut milk\, saffron\, coconut pulp\, coconut sugar. \nWill I receive assistance? – Yes. Help will be given if required. \nWill there be vegan preps? – Yes. There will be a few vegan pots prepared. If you wish to make a vegan pot\, please specify on arrival. \nWhat is altar clean? – Have a shower\, wear fresh/clean/washed clothes. After your shower no eating\, drinking or using the toilet. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDonate\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Frequently asked questions\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWill there be parking available?\n\n\n\nYes. Free parking will be available all day. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow do I get there?\n\n\n\nAddress Bhaktivedanta Manor Hilfield Lane Watford Sat-Nav: WD25 8HE \nNote: Entrance to temple is via Hilfield Lane only. There is no entrance to the temple through Letchmore Heath village. For driving\, use approximate driving postcode WD25 8HE and follow road signs. Do not use WD25 8EZ\, as this will lead you to a nearby village. \nFor Public Transport & Map\, please CLICK HERE
URL:https://www.krishnatemple.com/event/chipped-rice/
LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Vaishnava Festivals
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240705T163000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240705T200000
DTSTAMP:20260415T142116
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SUMMARY:Disappearance of Srila Bhaktivinoda Thakur
DESCRIPTION:Friday 5 July 2024\nSrila Bhaktivinoda Thakur (1838-1914) is a prominent preceptor acharya in our succession of spiritual masters and disciples coming from Lord Krishna. He was a pioneering spiritual leader\, a householder\, a magistrate working in colonial India under the British rule\, a prolific preacher\, writer\, and poet. He wrote volumes of books reintroducing the pure teachings of Lord Chaitanya at a time when those teachings had practically become lost. He composed hundreds of devotional songs glorifying Krishna to uplift the consciousness of the suffering people of this world. He corresponded with philosophers\, theologians\, leaders\, scholars\, and professors of his time and sent books\, including The Life and Precepts of Lord Chaitanya\, to university libraries in foreign countries\, planting the seeds for a worldwide movement of Krishna consciousness. Bhaktivinoda Thakur discovered and excavated the birthplace of Lord Chaitanya. Along with his devoted wife\, Bhagavati Devi\, he raised ten children\, including the illustrious Bhaktisiddhanta Saraswati Thakur\, who would become a great spiritual leader in his own time and the spiritual master of ISKCON’s founder-acharya\, His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada. \nDisappearance of Sri Gadhadhara Pandit \nAlso celebrated on this day is the Disappearance of Sri Gadadhara Pandit. Sri Gadadhara Pandita is among the group known as the Panca-tattva\, consisting of Caitanya Mahaprabhu and four of His closest associates. Sri Gadadhara Pandita spent most of his life in Jagannatha Puri worshiping the Tota-Gopinatha Deity\, who is still worshiped in Puri. Sri Gadadhara Pandita is considered an incarnation of Srimati Radharani\, the eternal consort of Krishna. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSchedule \nTemple Room\n4:30pm Kirtan & Bhajans \n5:30pm Class \n6:30pm Pushpanjali (Offering of flowers ceremony) & Guru Puja \n7pm Gaura Arati \n7:30pm Drama by the Bhaktivedanta Players \nPrasadam (Sri Krishna Haveli)\n5:30pm-6:30pm \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Frequently asked questions\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDo I need a ticket to attend?\n\n\n\nNo ticket is required. Free for all to attend. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWill there be parking available?\n\n\n\nYes. Free parking will be available all day. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow do I get there?\n\n\n\nAddress\nBhaktivedanta Manor\nHilfield Lane\nWatford\nSat-Nav: WD25 8HE \nNote: Entrance to temple is via Hilfield Lane only. There is no entrance to the temple through Letchmore Heath village. For driving\, use approximate driving postcode WD25 8HE and follow road signs. Do not use WD25 8EZ\, as this will lead you to a nearby village. \nFor Public Transport & Map\, please CLICK HERE
URL:https://www.krishnatemple.com/event/disappearance-of-srila-bhaktivinoda-thakur-2024/
LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Vaishnava Festivals
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240707T091500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240707T170000
DTSTAMP:20260415T142116
CREATED:20240213T185144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240702T085455Z
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SUMMARY:Snana Yatra
DESCRIPTION:Sunday 7 July 2024\n\nBathing ceremony for Lord Jagannatha\, Baladeva\, and Subhadra in the Sri Krishna Haveli at Bhaktivedanta Manor. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Schedule\n\n9:15am – Arrival and Welcome of Jagannatha\, Baladeva & Subhadra at Sri Krishna Haveli \n9:45am – Abhishek Ceremony starts \n1pm – Abhishek Ceremony ends and Sringar \n2pm – Raj Bhoga \n2:25pm – Raj Bhoga Arati with Hathi Vesha Darshan (Elephant Outfit) & Kirtan \n4pm – Vaikalika Bhoga \n4:20pm – Dhupa Arati \n4:45pm – Jagannatha\, Baladeva & Subhadra depart \nGuidelines for bathing during Snana-yatra\nPlease approach in a clean condition and follow the instructions of the pujaris. Do ask if you are unsure about anything. \nPujaris are unable to carry your children so kindly carry very small ones (1 child per adult)\, unless they can walk. If a child is distressed\, please wait until they have calmed down before approaching to bathe. \nYoung children (those under 7 years) will not be given a conch of their own and will need to share with an adult. They can hold the adult’s arm or body. \nDo not touch the Deities. \nPlease only bathe the Deities once\, even if you wish to bathe on behalf of someone else. Before or on receiving the conch\, silently declare to the Lord the names of the one or two people you are bathing for (including yourself). \nDo not carry bags while bathing. You will be asked to put them down and collect them again once you have finished bathing. A rucksack is OK. \nBathe from the top only. That means the head of the Deities only – not the feet or arms. \nDo not take selfies while bathing. Give the camera or phone to someone else who is not on the stage. \nPlease offer your obeisances off the stage. \nDevotees are always eager to serve. Please do so at the Snana-yatra festival by bathing the Deities. Kindly do not approach to wave a fan or hold the Deity\, even if you are brahman initiated. You will be refused\, and we do not wish to offend any persons. \nSri Sri Jagannatha Baladeva Subhadra ki jaya! \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Live Stream\n\n\n\n\n\n\nYouTube\n\nClick here to view the live stream \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacebook\n\nClick here to view the live stream \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Frequently asked questions\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDo I need Tickets?\n\n\n\nTickets are not required \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWill there be parking available?\n\n\n\nYes. Free parking will be available all day. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow do I get there?\n\n\n\nAddress\nBhaktivedanta Manor\nHilfield Lane\nWatford\nSat-Nav: WD25 8HE \nNote: Entrance to temple is via Hilfield Lane only. There is no entrance to the temple through Letchmore Heath village. For driving\, use approximate driving postcode WD25 8HE and follow road signs. Do not use WD25 8EZ\, as this will lead you to a nearby village. \nFor Public Transport & Map\, please CLICK HERE
URL:https://www.krishnatemple.com/event/snanayatra/
LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Vaishnava Festivals
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240816
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240820
DTSTAMP:20260415T142116
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SUMMARY:Jhulan Yatra
DESCRIPTION:Fri 16 – Mon 19 August 2024\n\nThe four-day celebration of Jhulan at Bhaktivedanta Manor\, when Sri Sri Radha Gokulananda are placed on a swing and swung by Their devotees\, is a joyous occasion. \nDuring this special time all of us can throng to the temple and please the transcendental eternal forms of Sri Sri Radha Gokulananda. These transcendental forms of the Lord\, called Archa-Vigraha\, are installed in the temple and are non-different from Them personally. These forms are expanded by the Lord by His internal potency to facilitate the devotional service of His innumerable devotees who are in the material world. \nSince our material senses cannot perceive the spiritual nature of Sri Sri Radha Gokulananda\, They accept such Archa Vigraha apparently made of a material element such as marble\, but actually there is no material contamination. The  Supreme Personality of Godhead and His eternal consort are waiting for us to fill our hearts with transcendental happiness by serving Their beautiful transcendental forms as They swing at Bhaktivedanta Manor during Jhulan-yatra. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Schedule\n\nMorning 7am \nEvening 4:45pm-6:15pm \nPlease bring your own flowers to offer to the deities \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Frequently asked questions\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWill there be parking available?\n\n\n\nYes. Free parking will be available all day. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow do I get there?\n\n\n\nAddress Bhaktivedanta Manor Hilfield Lane Watford Sat-Nav: WD25 8HE \nNote: Entrance to temple is via Hilfield Lane only. There is no entrance to the temple through Letchmore Heath village. For driving\, use approximate driving postcode WD25 8HE and follow road signs. Do not use WD25 8EZ\, as this will lead you to a nearby village. \nFor Public Transport & Map\, please CLICK HERE
URL:https://www.krishnatemple.com/event/jhulan-yatra-2024/
LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Vaishnava Festivals
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240819
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240820
DTSTAMP:20260415T142116
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SUMMARY:Appearance of Lord Balarama
DESCRIPTION:Monday 19 August 2024\nThe Supreme Personality of Godhead\, Krishna\, is the fountainhead of all incarnations. Lord Balarama is His second body. They are both one and the same identity. They differ only in form. In Lord Krishna’s pastimes\, He plays as Krishna’s older brother. Together Krishna and Balarama enact many pastimes as cowherd boys in the land of Vrindavan. \nLord Balarama exemplifies the service attitude to Krishna. His only mission is to please Krishna by rendering service to Him\, whether it is in the creation of the material worlds\, maintaining the spiritual world or as His personal paraphernalia.  \nLord Balarama is the eternal companion of Sri Krishna. He came as Laxman with Rama and later as Sri Nityananda Prabhu with Lord Caitanya. He is the original spiritual master\, and any one desiring to make spiritual progress must first get the mercy of Lord Balarama. \nBalaram Jayanti\, the appearance of Lord Balarama\, celebrates the activities and pastimes of Lord Krishna’s brother\, Lord Balarama. There will be kirtans\, dramas\, ceremonies\, and a feast. Open for everyone. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSchedule (Subject to change)\n4:30am – Mangal Arati\n7am – Deity Greeting (Darshan)\n7:05am – Jhulan Yatra (Final day)\n7:45am – Guru puja\n8am – Drama by Bhaktivedanta Players\n8:30am – Class by Patri Das\n10am – Bhajans\n11:00am – 1:00pm – Harinama\, Watford Town Centre. Meet by Café Nero on Watford High Street.\n12:30pm – Arati\n1:30pm – Lunch Feast \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Frequently asked questions\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWill there be parking available?\n\n\n\nYes. Free parking will be available all day. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow do I get there?\n\n\n\nAddress\nBhaktivedanta Manor\nHilfield Lane\nWatford\nSat-Nav: WD25 8HE \nNote: Entrance to temple is via Hilfield Lane only. There is no entrance to the temple through Letchmore Heath village. For driving\, use approximate driving postcode WD25 8HE and follow road signs. Do not use WD25 8EZ\, as this will lead you to a nearby village. \nFor Public Transport & Map\, please CLICK HERE \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow do I donate towards the festival?\n\n\n\nThank you for thinking of donating! Please click the link below to donate \nDonate here\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Preview from previous festivals
URL:https://www.krishnatemple.com/event/appearance-of-lord-balarama-2024/
LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Vaishnava Festivals
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240827
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240828
DTSTAMP:20260415T142116
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SUMMARY:Appearance of Srila Prabhupada
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 27 August 2024\n\nHis Divine Grace\, A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada (1896-1977) is widely regarded as the world’s pre-eminent exponent of the teachings and practices of bhakti-yoga to the Western world. The appearance of Srila Prabhupada\, the Founder-Acharya of The International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON)\, is celebrated joyfully by devotees around the world with heartfelt appreciations and chanting of the holy names of the Lord\, reflecting on his profound influence on their lives. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSchedule (Subject to change)\nTemple Room\n \n4:30am – Mangal Arati by Srila Prabhupada\n7am – Guru Puja\n7:30am – Deity Greeting (Darshan)\n8am – Class by Srila Prabhupada\n8:45am – Proceed to Sri Krishna Haveli with Srila Prabhupada \nSri Krishna Haveli \n9am – Offering of Vyasa-puja book and offerings by devotees\n11:30am – Abhishek of Srila Prabhupada\n1pm – Guru puja & Pushpanjali\n2pm – Feast (Served in Sri Krishna Haveli\, Seva Hall) \nHarinam & Book Distribution \n4pm-9pm – Watford Town Centre \nSrila Prabhupada’s room \n5pm onwards – Offerings by devotees \n\n\nNotice\n\nParking will be in the fields\nTickets not required\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Frequently asked questions\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDo I need a ticket to attend?\n\n\n\nNo ticket is required. Free for all to attend. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWill there be parking available?\n\n\n\nYes. Free parking will be available all day. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow do I get there?\n\n\n\nAddress\nBhaktivedanta Manor\nHilfield Lane\nWatford\nSat-Nav: WD25 8HE \nNote: Entrance to temple is via Hilfield Lane only. There is no entrance to the temple through Letchmore Heath village. For driving\, use approximate driving postcode WD25 8HE and follow road signs. Do not use WD25 8EZ\, as this will lead you to a nearby village. \nFor Public Transport & Map\, please CLICK HERE \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Preview from previous festivals
URL:https://www.krishnatemple.com/event/appearance-of-srila-prabhupada-2024/
LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Vaishnava Festivals
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240911
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240912
DTSTAMP:20260415T142116
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240906T160052Z
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SUMMARY:Radhastami
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 11 September 2024\nSrimati Radharani’s glorious appearance on this planet occurred on this day around 5\,000 years ago. She is the divine female energy of Lord Krishna\, His loving potency\, which He is all attracted by.  \nShe is the foremost maha-bhagavata\, the greatest devotee. Krishna is all-attractive\, but Radharani is so great that she attracts even Krishna. Five thousand years ago\, when Lord Krishna came to this planet to perform His pastimes\, Srimati Radharani also appeared. \nOn Radhastami day\, devotees meditate on the exalted position of Srimati Radharani and offer prayers to her. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDonate for Radhashtami\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSchedule (Subject to change)\nMorning\nTemple Room \n4:30am – Mangal Arati\n7am – Guru Puja\n7:30am – Deity Greeting (Darshan will remain open till 7:30pm)\n7:35am – Radhika Stava (Bhajan)\n8am – Drama: ‘The Box’ by Bhaktivedanta Players \nSri Krishna Haveli \n8:30am – Procession to the Haveli with Srila Prabhupada\n8:45am – Class by Krishna Dharma Das\n10:00am – Abhishek\n11am-1pm – Harinam & Book Distribution in Watford Town Centre\n1:30pm Feast (please register nos for prasad below so we cook the right amount) \nRegister me for prasad\n  \nEvening\nSri Krishna Haveli \n4pm – Procession of Radha Gokulanada and Srila Prabhupada to Haveli\n4:15pm – Bhajans with the Gurukula children\n5pm – Pushpa Abhishek of Radha Gokulananda (Everyone can offer flowers – please bring your own). Radharanis Birthday Cake will also be cut and distributed to everyone after offering flowers.\n6:30 pm – Prasadam (please register nos for prasad above so we cook the right amount)\n7:30pm – Kirtan in the Temple Room \nOffering gifts to Srimati Radharani\nWe will have a table with jewellery\, kitchen paraphernalia\, and other items needed for worship that can be purchased to be given as gifts to Radharani on Her birthday. Gift table open 7am-9am & 4pm-6pm \nYou will be able to hand your gifts to the Pujaris who will give it to Srimati Radharani. \nIf you wish to order online beforehand\, please use our Amazon wishlist\, with a pre-approved list of gifts suitable for offering. These can also be brought to the temple between 4:00pm-6:00pm for offering. \nCLICK HERE to view the wishlist \nDonation Opportunities\nPlease donate on auspicious occasion of the Appearance or Srimati Radharani – and receive Her blessings. \n£3001 – Radharanis Feast \n£2000 – Radha and Krishna Panchamrita Abhishek \n£500 – Flowers for Pushpa Abhishek \nDonate here\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Frequently asked questions\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDo I need a ticket to attend?\n\n\n\nNo ticket is required. Free for all to attend. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWill there be parking available?\n\n\n\nYes. Free parking will be available all day. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow do I get there?\n\n\n\nAddress\nBhaktivedanta Manor\nHilfield Lane\nWatford\nSat-Nav: WD25 8HE \nNote: Entrance to temple is via Hilfield Lane only. There is no entrance to the temple through Letchmore Heath village. For driving\, use approximate driving postcode WD25 8HE and follow road signs. Do not use WD25 8EZ\, as this will lead you to a nearby village. \nFor Public Transport & Map\, please CLICK HERE \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow do I donate towards the festival?\n\n\n\nThank you for thinking of donating! Please click the link below to donate \nDonate here
URL:https://www.krishnatemple.com/event/radhastami-2024/
LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Vaishnava Festivals
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240916
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240917
DTSTAMP:20260415T142116
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SUMMARY:Appearance of Srila Bhaktivinoda Thakur
DESCRIPTION:Monday 16 September 2024\nSrila Bhaktivinoda Thakur (1838-1914) is a prominent preceptor acharya in our succession of spiritual masters and disciples coming from Lord Krishna. He was a pioneering spiritual leader\, a householder\, a magistrate working in colonial India under the British rule\, a prolific preacher\, writer\, and poet. He wrote volumes of books reintroducing the pure teachings of Lord Chaitanya at a time when those teachings had practically become lost. He composed hundreds of devotional songs glorifying Krishna to uplift the consciousness of the suffering people of this world. He corresponded with philosophers\, theologians\, leaders\, scholars\, and professors of his time and sent books\, including The Life and Precepts of Lord Chaitanya\, to university libraries in foreign countries\, planting the seeds for a worldwide movement of Krishna consciousness. Bhaktivinoda Thakur discovered and excavated the birthplace of Lord Chaitanya. Along with his devoted wife\, Bhagavati Devi\, he raised ten children\, including the illustrious Bhaktisiddhanta Saraswati Thakur\, who would become a great spiritual leader in his own time and the spiritual master of ISKCON’s founder-acharya\, His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSchedule (Subject to change)\nLocation: Temple Room \n4:30pm – Kirtan & Bhajans\n5:30pm – Class by Jaya Krishna Das\n6:15pm – Drama\n6:30pm – Pushpanjali & Guru Puja\n7pm – Gaura Arati \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Frequently asked questions\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDo I need a ticket to attend?\n\n\n\nNo ticket is required. Free for all to attend. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWill there be parking available?\n\n\n\nYes. Free parking will be available all day. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow do I get there?\n\n\n\nAddress Bhaktivedanta Manor Hilfield Lane Watford Sat-Nav: WD25 8HE \nNote: Entrance to temple is via Hilfield Lane only. There is no entrance to the temple through Letchmore Heath village. For driving\, use approximate driving postcode WD25 8HE and follow road signs. Do not use WD25 8EZ\, as this will lead you to a nearby village. \nFor Public Transport & Map\, please CLICK HERE
URL:https://www.krishnatemple.com/event/bhaktivinoda/
LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Vaishnava Festivals
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241017
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241116
DTSTAMP:20260415T142116
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241014T134300Z
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SUMMARY:Month of Kartik
DESCRIPTION:17 October – 15 November 2024\n\nDuring this time\, pilgrims come from far and wide to offer a lamp to Mother Yasoda and Lord Krishna. The importance of this month is described extensively in the scriptures\, especially in Srila Rupa Goswami’s Mathura Mahatmya. \nEvery day\, devotees come to the Temple and offer a candle to Lord Damodara. The Damodarastakam\, a series of eight beautiful verses by the great sage Satyavrata Muni\, is sung daily in the morning and evening. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Daily Schedule\n\nMorning\n7am-7:20am \nEvening\n4:20pm  – 7:30pm \nNotes:\nCandles will be provided free of charge to everyone. Please do not bring your own candles\, lamps or ghee wicks for offering. One candle per person. \nOfferings will be paused between 6:30pm – 7pm as the curtains will be closed at this time. During this time there will be a special talk given on Krishna’s pastimes. \nChildren under 5 will not be given a candle. Children must be supervised at all times. \nOffering times and locations may vary on festival days \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Listen to the story of Kartik\n\nCreated by Bhaktivedanta Players. Listen to the audio drama of Damodara-Lila\, the story of Kartik. \n\n\n\nhttps://www.krishnatemple.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Damodar-Lila.mp3-1-2.mp3
URL:https://www.krishnatemple.com/event/month-of-kartik-2024/
LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Vaishnava Festivals
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241101T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241101T193000
DTSTAMP:20260415T142116
CREATED:20231221T151848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240223T130013Z
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SUMMARY:Diwali Darshan
DESCRIPTION:Friday 1 November 2024\n\nThe festival of Diwali is traditionally observed for five days\, but it mainly celebrates the joyful day upon which Lord Rama returned to the kingdom of Ayodhya after fourteen years of exile. The name itself comes from Dipavali\, a Sanskrit word referring to the countless rows of lamps which His citizens had lit throughout the kingdom to welcome Him back home (dipa means “lamp\, light or candle\,” and avali means “rows”). During a different era\, this was also the day when Lord Krishna performed His childhood pastime of breaking pots of yogurt and letting His mother bind Him with rope. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Schedule\n\nSubject to change \nDarshan: 10am-7:30pm \nFarm: 10am-6pm \nCafé: 10am-7:30pm \nNo stage program or fireworks \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDonate\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Frequently asked questions\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDo I need a ticket to attend?\n\n\n\nNo ticket required. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWill there be parking available?\n\n\n\nYes. Free parking will be available all day. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow do I get there?\n\n\n\nAddress Bhaktivedanta Manor Hilfield Lane Watford Sat-Nav: WD25 8HE \nNote: Entrance to temple is via Hilfield Lane only. There is no entrance to the temple through Letchmore Heath village. For driving\, use approximate driving postcode WD25 8HE and follow road signs. Do not use WD25 8EZ\, as this will lead you to a nearby village. \nFor Public Transport & Map\, please CLICK HERE
URL:https://www.krishnatemple.com/event/diwali-darshan-2024/
LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Vaishnava Festivals
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241102
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241103
DTSTAMP:20260415T142116
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241209T182401Z
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SUMMARY:Annakuta & Govardhana Puja
DESCRIPTION:Saturday 2 November 2024\n\n\n\nGovardhana Puja\, Go-Puja and Annakuta are all connected with the story of Lord Krishna lifting Govardhana Hill to protect the inhabitants of Vrindavan. On this day\, a small hill of sweets is made from food prepared by the devotees\, which is then offered to the Deities\, and subsequently distributed to everyone. This is known as the “annakuta” ceremony. Cows are honoured as part of the festivities as well. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDonate a Thali\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Schedule\n\n\n\nSaturday 2 November 2024 | No ticket required | Subject to change\n\nTemple Room\nAnnakuta Darshan: 8am-5pm\nDarshan: 8am-7.30pm \nMorning Program (Sri Krishna Haveli)\n6am – Class\n7am – Guru Puja & Kirtan\n7:30am – Darshan (on Screen)\n7:35am – Damodarastakam + Candle Offerings\n8:15am – Govardhana Puja\n9am – Procession to the Goshalla for Go Puja \nPrasad Notice\nSmall amounts of Annakuta prasad will be distributed to the visitors. Prasad feast is at 7pm (evening). Please note there will be no prasad / meal served in the day\, and there will be no hot food served in the Café (only pre-packed sweets and savouries for takeaway). \nEvening Program (Sri Krishna Haveli)\n5pm – Drama by Bhaktivedanta Players\n5:30pm – Class on Govardhana Puja\n6:30pm – Damodarastakam + Candle Offerings\n7pm – Prasad Feast \nNew Gokul Farm (Goshalla)\n9am-7:30pm \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDonate a Thali\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Frequently asked questions\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDo I need a ticket to attend?\n\n\n\nNo ticket required \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWill there be parking available?\n\n\n\nYes. Free parking will be available all day. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow do I get there?\n\n\n\nAddress\nBhaktivedanta Manor\nHilfield Lane\nWatford\nSat-Nav: WD25 8HE \nNote: Entrance to temple is via Hilfield Lane only. There is no entrance to the temple through Letchmore Heath village. For driving\, use approximate driving postcode WD25 8HE and follow road signs. Do not use WD25 8EZ\, as this will lead you to a nearby village. \nFor Public Transport & Map\, please CLICK HERE
URL:https://www.krishnatemple.com/event/annakuta-govardhana-puja-23/
LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Vaishnava Festivals
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241105
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241106
DTSTAMP:20260415T142116
CREATED:20231221T152014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241104T175249Z
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SUMMARY:Disappearance of Srila Prabhupada
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 5 November 2024\n\nHis Divine Grace\, A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada (1896-1977) is widely regarded as the world’s pre-eminent exponent of the teachings and practices of bhakti-yoga to the Western world. The disappearance of Srila Prabhupada\, the Founder-Acharya of The International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON)\, is reflected on by devotees around the world with heartfelt appreciations and chanting of the holy names of the Lord\, appreciating his profound influence on their lives. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSchedule (Subject to change)\nTemple Room\n4:30am – Mangal Arati\n7am – Guru Puja\n7:30am – Deity Greeting (Darshan)\n7:35am – Damodarastakam\n8:15am – Class by Srila Prabhupada\n8:45am – Offerings to Srila Prabhupada\n11am – Abhishek of Srila Prabhupada (Prabhupada Disciples only)\n12pm – Guru puja & Pushpanjali\n12:30pm – Arati & Kirtan\n1:30pm – Feast (Served in the Seva Hall) \nHarinam & Book Distribution\n2:45pm – Harinam: Meet outside Caffè Nero (100-102 High St\, Watford\, WD17 2BW)\n2:30 – 5:30pm – Book Distribution: Meet outside TGI Fridays (45-47 High St\, Watford WD17 2DJ) \nSrila Prabhupada’s Room\n6pm – Kirtan & Offerings\n7:23pm – Gurvastakam \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Frequently asked questions\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDo I need a ticket to attend?\n\n\n\nNo ticket is required. Free for all to attend. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWill there be parking available?\n\n\n\nYes. Free parking will be available all day. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow do I get there?\n\n\n\nAddress Bhaktivedanta Manor Hilfield Lane Watford Sat-Nav: WD25 8HE \nNote: Entrance to temple is via Hilfield Lane only. There is no entrance to the temple through Letchmore Heath village. For driving\, use approximate driving postcode WD25 8HE and follow road signs. Do not use WD25 8EZ\, as this will lead you to a nearby village. \nFor Public Transport & Map\, please CLICK HERE \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Preview from previous festivals
URL:https://www.krishnatemple.com/event/disappearance-of-srila-prabhupada-2024/
LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Vaishnava Festivals
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241112T163000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241112T193000
DTSTAMP:20260415T142116
CREATED:20241107T125639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250110T164806Z
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SUMMARY:Disappearance of Srila Gaura Kishora das Babaji
DESCRIPTION:Disappearance of Srila Gaura Kishora das Babaji + Bhishma Panchaka begins\n\n	Tuesday 12 November 2024\n\nSchedule\nLocation: Temple Room \n4:20pm-7:30pm – Candle Offerings for Kartik \n– \n4:30pm – Kirtans & Bhajans\n5:30pm – Pushpanjali\n6pm – Class by Kartik Chandra Das\n7pm – Damodarastakam \nPrasadam served from 5pm-6:30pm (in the Sri Krishna Haveli) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	About\n\nSrila Gaura Kishora das Babaji \nSrila Gaura Kishora das Babaji was the spiritual master of Srila Bhktisiddhanta Goswami (Srila Prabhupada’s guru)\, intimate student of Srila Bhaktivinoda Thakur\, and is an acharya in our line of disciplic succession. \nSrila Gaura Kishora das Babaji lived a life of humility and poverty\, true attributes of a Vaisnava. He never accepted material goods from anyone\, wearing discarded loincloths from corpses left on the bank of the Ganges. He begged for rice\, soaking it in river water\, and adding only salt and chilies. Accepting no favors\, he remained fully detached from all possessions. \nSrila Gaura Kishora das Babaji lived for some thirty years in Vrindavana\, serving the deities and offering his prostrate obeisances to all the living entities of Vraja\, whom he considered to be embodiments of Sri Krsna. He eventually left Vrindavana for Navadvipa. \nAt Navadvipa\, Srila Gaura Kishora das Babaji entered moods of deep spiritual ecstasy\, sometimes dancing on the bank of the Ganges chanting\, “Gaura\, Gaura”. \nBhishma Panchaka \nThe last five days of the month of Kartik are traditionally known as Bhishma Panchaka or Vishnu Panchaka. Those who fail to observe four months of Caturmasya fasting receive the same benefit by fasting on these last five days. \nRūpa Gosvāmī has stated in the Nectar of Devotion that although any devotional service offered to the Lord is extremely powerful\, five are especially potent; \n1- Residing in the holy place \n2- Worshipping the Deity of the Lord \n3- Reciting Śrīmad-Bhāgavatam \n4- Serving a devotee \n5- Chanting the Hare Kṛṣṇa mantra \nAt the temple\, we automatically engage in all five potent activities. Bhaktivedanta Manor is a holy place because Radha Gokulananda are residing there. Attending the arati ceremony involves worshipping the deity and chanting the Hare Kṛṣṇa mantra. Associating with the devotees at the temple allows us to offer service and hear Śrīmad-Bhāgavatam from them. \nVisit Bhaktivedanta Manor temple and engage in the five potent activities during the powerful five days of the most auspicious month of Kartik. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Frequently asked questions\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWill there be parking available?\n\n\n\nYes. Free parking will be available all day. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow do I get there?\n\n\n\nAddress Bhaktivedanta Manor Hilfield Lane Watford Sat-Nav: WD25 8HE \nNote: Entrance to temple is via Hilfield Lane only. There is no entrance to the temple through Letchmore Heath village. For driving\, use approximate driving postcode WD25 8HE and follow road signs. Do not use WD25 8EZ\, as this will lead you to a nearby village. \nFor Public Transport & Map\, please CLICK HERE \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Preview from previous festivals
URL:https://www.krishnatemple.com/event/gaura-kishora-das-babaji-2024/
LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Vaishnava Festivals
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250204T163000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250204T193000
DTSTAMP:20260415T142116
CREATED:20250110T164154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T172713Z
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SUMMARY:Appearance of Sri Advaita Acharya
DESCRIPTION:Tues 4 Feb 2025\n\nAdvaita Acharya appeared in fifteenth century Bengal\, India\, as a teacher of Krishna consciousness. He is frequently mentioned in the biography of Lord Chaitanya\, “Chaitanya Charitamrita”\, as an intimate associate of Lord Chaitanya. \nSri Advaita worshiped Krishna on the banks of the Ganges with Ganges water and Tulasi leaves\, crying out and begging for the Lord to come save the suffering souls. In response to Sri Advaita Acharya’s devotion and compassion\, Krishna decided to appear\, in the form of His own devotee — Chaitanya Mahaprabhu. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Schedule\n\nSchedule\nLocation: Temple Room \n4pm – Bhajans & Kirtan\n5:10pm – Quiz & Cupcakes\n5:30pm – Special Class by Premarnava Das\n6:30pm – Drama by Bhaktivedanta Players\n7pm – Gaura Arati \nPrasadam served from 5pm – 6:30pm (in the Sri Krishna Haveli) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Frequently asked questions\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWill there be parking available?\n\n\n\nYes. Free parking will be available all day. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow do I get there?\n\n\n\nAddress Bhaktivedanta Manor Hilfield Lane Watford Sat-Nav: WD25 8HE \nNote: Entrance to temple is via Hilfield Lane only. There is no entrance to the temple through Letchmore Heath village. For driving\, use approximate driving postcode WD25 8HE and follow road signs. Do not use WD25 8EZ\, as this will lead you to a nearby village. \nFor Public Transport & Map\, please CLICK HERE \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Preview from previous festivals
URL:https://www.krishnatemple.com/event/advaita/
LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Vaishnava Festivals
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bhaktivedanta Manor":MAILTO:info@krishnatemple.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250210
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250211
DTSTAMP:20260415T142116
CREATED:20241101T164622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T172407Z
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SUMMARY:Appearance of Sri Nityananda Prabhu
DESCRIPTION:Monday 10 February 2025 | Schedule\n\nMorning Program | Temple Room\n4:30am Mangal Arati\n7am Guru Puja\n7:30am Deity Greeting (Darshan) \nMorning Program | Sri Krishna Haveli\n7:45am Recitation by Jayadev Das\n8:15am Class by Kripamoya Das\n9:30am Abhishek \nEvening Program | Sri Krishna Haveli\n4pm Kirtan by Gurukula Children (Temple Room)\n4:45pm Procession to Sri Krishna Haveli\n5pm Class by Nila Madhava Das\n6pm Pushpa Abhishek (We encourage everyone to bring their own flowers for offering)\n7pm Gaura Arati (Temple Room) \nPrasadam | Sri Krishna Haveli\n1:30pm Lunch Prasdam\n5pm Evening Prasadam (until 6:30pm) \n(Get the blessings of all vaisnavas\, by sponsoring prasad. Contact bmf@krishnatemple.com) \nHarinam & Book Distribution\n11:30am Watford High Street (until 1:30pm) \n24 Hour Kirtan | Temple Room\n4am until 4am \nDarshan | Temple Room\n7am – 7:30pm \nSchedule is subject to change \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	About Sri Nityananda Prabhu\n\nSri Nityananda Prabhu appeared as the main associate of Lord Caitanya as they propagated the congregational chanting of the holy names of the Lord. He is non-different from Lord Balarama\, who appears as the older brother of Lord Sri Krishna\, the Supreme Personality of Godhead. \nOn Nityananda Trayodasi (the appearance of Sri Nityananda Prabhu) His past-times are meditated on and celebrated\, and prayers are made to receive His mercy. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Frequently asked questions\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWill there be parking available?\n\n\n\nYes. Free parking will be available all day. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow do I get there?\n\n\n\nAddress Bhaktivedanta Manor Hilfield Lane Watford Sat-Nav: WD25 8HE \nNote: Entrance to temple is via Hilfield Lane only. There is no entrance to the temple through Letchmore Heath village. For driving\, use approximate driving postcode WD25 8HE and follow road signs. Do not use WD25 8EZ\, as this will lead you to a nearby village. \nFor Public Transport & Map\, please CLICK HERE \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Preview from previous festivals
URL:https://www.krishnatemple.com/event/nityananda-25/
LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Vaishnava Festivals
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bhaktivedanta Manor":MAILTO:info@krishnatemple.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250217T163000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250217T193000
DTSTAMP:20260415T142117
CREATED:20250110T164338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T113052Z
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SUMMARY:Appearance of Srila Bhaktisiddhanta Sarasvati Thakur
DESCRIPTION:Monday 17 February 2025\n\nBhaktisiddhanta Sarasvati Thakura was the spiritual master of His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada\, the Founder-Acharya of ISKCON. Srila Bhaktisiddhanta Saraswati Thakura powerfully spread the teachings of Chaitanya Mahaprabhu in the early twentieth century. \nMeeting with scholars\, educators\, and other leaders and writing over 108 essays and books\, he strove to present Krishna consciousness as a science to be highly esteemed. He established 64 temples\, known as Gaudiya Maths\, inside and outside of India. \nWe celebrate the Appearance Day of Srila Bhaktisiddhanta Sarasvati Thakur with kirtans\, bhajans\, a special class\, guru puja\, pushpanjali and a drama. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Schedule\n\nLocation: Temple Room \n4pm – Bhajans & Kirtan\n5:10pm – Drama by the Ladies Ashram\n5:30pm – Pushpanjali\n6pm – Class by Radha Mohan Das\n7pm – Gaura Arati \nLight prasadam served from 5pm – 6:30pm (in the Sri Krishna Haveli) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Frequently asked questions\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWill there be parking available?\n\n\n\nYes. Free parking will be available all day. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow do I get there?\n\n\n\nAddress Bhaktivedanta Manor Hilfield Lane Watford Sat-Nav: WD25 8HE \nNote: Entrance to temple is via Hilfield Lane only. There is no entrance to the temple through Letchmore Heath village. For driving\, use approximate driving postcode WD25 8HE and follow road signs. Do not use WD25 8EZ\, as this will lead you to a nearby village. \nFor Public Transport & Map\, please CLICK HERE \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Preview from previous festivals
URL:https://www.krishnatemple.com/event/bhaktisiddhanta-25/
LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Vaishnava Festivals
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bhaktivedanta Manor":MAILTO:info@krishnatemple.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250225T163000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250225T193000
DTSTAMP:20260415T142117
CREATED:20250130T163410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250217T174652Z
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SUMMARY:Disappearance of Sri Ishvara Puri
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 25 February 2025\n\nSchedule\nLocation: Temple Room \n4pm – Bhajans & Kirtan\n5:30pm – Storytelling & Crossword\n6pm – Class by Taruna Krishna Das\n7pm – Gaura Arati \nPrasadam served from 5pm – 6:30pm (in the Sri Krishna Haveli) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	About\n\nSri Ishvara Puri was the spiritual master of Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu\, and a great devotee of Sri Krishna. \nJoin us for a special class diving deeper into the life of Sri Ishavara Puri\, as well as kirtans\, arati and prasadam. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Frequently asked questions\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWill there be parking available?\n\n\n\nYes. Free parking will be available all day. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow do I get there?\n\n\n\nAddress Bhaktivedanta Manor Hilfield Lane Watford Sat-Nav: WD25 8HE \nNote: Entrance to temple is via Hilfield Lane only. There is no entrance to the temple through Letchmore Heath village. For driving\, use approximate driving postcode WD25 8HE and follow road signs. Do not use WD25 8EZ\, as this will lead you to a nearby village. \nFor Public Transport & Map\, please CLICK HERE
URL:https://www.krishnatemple.com/event/ishvara-puri/
LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Vaishnava Festivals
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bhaktivedanta Manor":MAILTO:info@krishnatemple.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250310T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250310T183000
DTSTAMP:20260415T142117
CREATED:20250228T154651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T172011Z
UID:26490-1741622400-1741631400@www.krishnatemple.com
SUMMARY:Disappearance of Sri Madhavendra Puri
DESCRIPTION:Monday 10 March 2025\n\nSchedule\nLocation: Temple Room \n4pm – Bhajans & Kirtan\n5pm – Class by Nila Madhava Das \nThis program will also be in memory of Srutidharma Das\, former Temple President of Bhaktivedanta Manor. \nPrasadam served from 5pm – 6:30pm (in the Sri Krishna Haveli) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	About\n\nSri Madhavendra Puri was a Gaudiya Vaishnava saint\, born in the 1400’s\, known for his deep devotion to Lord Krishna. His teachings inspired Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu\, who spread the message of bhakti (devotion) across India. Madhavendra Puri emphasised chanting Krishna’s Holy Names and living with humility and simplicity. His life of devotion left a lasting influence on the Gaudiya tradition. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Frequently asked questions\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWill there be parking available?\n\n\n\nYes. Free parking will be available all day. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow do I get there?\n\n\n\nAddress Bhaktivedanta Manor Hilfield Lane Watford Sat-Nav: WD25 8HE \nNote: Entrance to temple is via Hilfield Lane only. There is no entrance to the temple through Letchmore Heath village. For driving\, use approximate driving postcode WD25 8HE and follow road signs. Do not use WD25 8EZ\, as this will lead you to a nearby village. \nFor Public Transport & Map\, please CLICK HERE
URL:https://www.krishnatemple.com/event/madhavendra-puri/
LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Vaishnava Festivals
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250313
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250314
DTSTAMP:20260415T142117
CREATED:20250210T163557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T172708Z
UID:26395-1741824000-1741910399@www.krishnatemple.com
SUMMARY:Gaura Purnima
DESCRIPTION:Thurs 13 March 2025\n\nGaura Purnima is the anniversary of the appearance of Lord Caitanya\, who is Krishna himself in the role of His own devotee. He appeared in 1486 in Mayapur\, West Bengal. \nGaura Purnima provides a golden opportunity to reflect on Lord Caitanya’s mission of spreading Nama Sankirtana to every town and village\, and chant the holy names of the Lord. \nNo ticket required \nNote: There will be no rang mela (throwing of coloured powders) or Holika Dahan on this day. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Schedule\n\n24 hour kirtan | Temple Room\n4am-4am – 24 hour kirtan \nMorning Program | Temple Room\n4:30am – Mangala Arati\n7am – Guru Puja\n7:30am – Deity Darshan\n7:40am – Harinam to Sri Krishna Haveli with Srila Prabhupada \nMorning Program | Sri Krishna Haveli\n7:50am – Words of Welcome by Visakha Dasi\n7:55am – Bhajan by the Gurukula Children\n8:10am – Recitation by Jayadev Das\n8:30am – Drama by Junior Bhaktivedanta Players\n9am – Class by Shaunaka Rishi Das \nEvening Program | Sri Krishna Haveli\n4pm – Kirtan by the Ladies Ashram\n4:20pm – Drama by Bhaktivedanta Players\n5pm – Abhishek\n6pm – Class by Nila Madhava Das\n7pm – Gaura Arati (Temple Room) \nPrasadam | Sri Krishna Haveli\n6:30pm – Evening Prasad\n(Get the blessings of all vaisnavas\, by sponsoring prasad. Contact bmf@krishnatemple.com) \nHarinam & Book Distribution | Watford Town Centre\n11am-1pm – Harinam\n11am – 3pm – Book Distribution \nDarshan\n10am-7:30pm \nNote: There will be no Holika bonfire and rang mela (throwing of coloured powders) \n(Fasting until moonrise on this day) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Frequently asked questions\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWill there be parking available?\n\n\n\nYes. Free parking will be available all day. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow do I get there?\n\n\n\nAddress Bhaktivedanta Manor Hilfield Lane Watford Sat-Nav: WD25 8HE \nNote: Entrance to temple is via Hilfield Lane only. There is no entrance to the temple through Letchmore Heath village. For driving\, use approximate driving postcode WD25 8HE and follow road signs. Do not use WD25 8EZ\, as this will lead you to a nearby village. \nFor Public Transport & Map\, please CLICK HERE \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDonate
URL:https://www.krishnatemple.com/event/gaura-purnima-25/
LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Vaishnava Festivals
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250322T163000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250322T193000
DTSTAMP:20260415T142117
CREATED:20250110T164704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T111623Z
UID:26251-1742661000-1742671800@www.krishnatemple.com
SUMMARY:Appearance of Sri Srivas Pandit
DESCRIPTION:Sat 22 Mar 2025 | Rough Schedule (Subject to Change)\n\nLocation: Temple Room \n4pm – Kirtans & Bhajans\n5pm – Interactive Charades Game\n5:30pm – Class by Vrindavan Chandra Das\n6:30pm – Drama by Bhaktivedanta Players\n7pm – Gaura Arati \nPrasadam served from 5pm – 6:30pm (in the Sri Krishna Haveli) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSrila Prabhupada introduced his followers to the Panca Tattva\, five transcendental truths\, namely Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu (the Supreme Person)\, Nityananda Prabhu (His expansion)\, Advaita Acharya (His incarnation)\, Gadadhara (His internal energy) and Srivasa Pandita (His devotee). There are innumerable unalloyed devotees of the Lord and they’re all headed by Srivasa Pandita. \nSrivasa Pandita\, who’s described as an incarnation of Narada Muni\, played an important role in Sri Chaitanya’s pastimes. Krishnadasa Kaviraja Gosvami describes that before Sri Chaitanya accepted the renounced order of life\, He “regularly led congregational chanting of the Hare Kṛṣṇa mahā-mantra in the house of Śrīvāsa Ṭhākura every night for one full year.” Sometimes Srivasa would please Sri Chaitanya by describing to Him the transcendental mellows of the pastimes of Krishna in Śrī Vṛndāvana. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Frequently asked questions\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWill there be parking available?\n\n\n\nYes. Free parking will be available all day. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow do I get there?\n\n\n\nAddress Bhaktivedanta Manor Hilfield Lane Watford Sat-Nav: WD25 8HE \nNote: Entrance to temple is via Hilfield Lane only. There is no entrance to the temple through Letchmore Heath village. For driving\, use approximate driving postcode WD25 8HE and follow road signs. Do not use WD25 8EZ\, as this will lead you to a nearby village. \nFor Public Transport & Map\, please CLICK HERE \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Preview from previous festivals
URL:https://www.krishnatemple.com/event/srivas-pandit-25/
LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Vaishnava Festivals
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250412T163000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250412T193000
DTSTAMP:20260415T142117
CREATED:20250110T154131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T165851Z
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SUMMARY:Appearance of Sri Hanuman
DESCRIPTION:Saturday 12 April 2025\n\nHanuman is the pure devotee of Lord Rama\, and by his example we can learn many lessons and continue to serve the devotees and Sri Krishna. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Schedule\n\nSchedule\nTemple Room\n4pm – Bhajans\n4:20pm – Arati & Kirtan\n4:45pm – Raising of Hanuman Flag (outdoors)\n5:15pm – Quiz on Sri Hanuman\n5:45pm – Class by Vaisnava Sarvabhauma Das\n6:40pm – Drama\n7pm – Gaura Arati \nPrasadam\n5pm-6:30pm (Sri Krishna Haveli) \nNote: This day is also the appearance of Sri Shyamananda Prabhu & Sri Vamsivadana Thakur as well as the anniversary of the installation of Sri Tulsidevi at Bhaktivedanta Manor. Please also take darshan in the Tulasi Garden. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Frequently asked questions\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWill there be parking available?\n\n\n\nYes. Free parking will be available all day. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow do I get there?\n\n\n\nAddress Bhaktivedanta Manor Hilfield Lane Watford Sat-Nav: WD25 8HE \nNote: Entrance to temple is via Hilfield Lane only. There is no entrance to the temple through Letchmore Heath village. For driving\, use approximate driving postcode WD25 8HE and follow road signs. Do not use WD25 8EZ\, as this will lead you to a nearby village. \nFor Public Transport & Map\, please CLICK HERE \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Preview from previous festivals
URL:https://www.krishnatemple.com/event/hanuman-25/
LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Vaishnava Festivals
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bhaktivedanta Manor":MAILTO:info@krishnatemple.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250423T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250423T193000
DTSTAMP:20260415T142117
CREATED:20250409T133834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T145604Z
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SUMMARY:Disappearance of Srila Vrindavan das Thakur
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 23 April 2025\n\nVrindavana Das Thakura\, is a prominent Vaishnava saint and poet who lived in the 16th century. He wrote the Chaitanya Bhagavata\, which is considered one of the most important biographies of Lord Chaitanya. This scripture provides detailed accounts of the divine pastimes and teachings of Lord Chaitanya and his associates. According to Vedic scriptures\, Vrindavana Das Thakura is considered to be the incarnation of Srila Vyasadeva\, the compiler of the Vedas.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Schedule\n\nSchedule\nTemple Room\n4pm – Kirtan & Bhajans\n6pm – Class by Rama Rupa Das\n7pm – Gaura Arati \nPrasadam\n5pm-6:30pm (Sri Krishna Haveli) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Frequently asked questions\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWill there be parking available?\n\n\n\nYes. Free parking will be available all day. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow do I get there?\n\n\n\nAddress Bhaktivedanta Manor Hilfield Lane Watford Sat-Nav: WD25 8HE \nNote: Entrance to temple is via Hilfield Lane only. There is no entrance to the temple through Letchmore Heath village. For driving\, use approximate driving postcode WD25 8HE and follow road signs. Do not use WD25 8EZ\, as this will lead you to a nearby village. \nFor Public Transport & Map\, please CLICK HERE \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Preview from previous festivals
URL:https://www.krishnatemple.com/event/vrindavan-das-thakur/
LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Vaishnava Festivals
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bhaktivedanta Manor":MAILTO:info@krishnatemple.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250505
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250506
DTSTAMP:20260415T142117
CREATED:20250110T154710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T173140Z
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SUMMARY:Appearance of Srimati Sita Devi
DESCRIPTION:Monday 5 May 2025\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Schedule\n\nSchedule (Subject to change)\nMorning (Temple Room)\n4:30am – Mangal Arati\n7am-10am – Morning Program (Darshan\, Guru Puja\, Class on Sita Devi)\n10am-11am – Gifts and Flower Offerings to Srimati Sita Devi. See below for more details \nNoon (Temple Room)\n12:30pm – Raja Bhoga Arati\n1pm – 4pm – Darshan & kirtan \nEvening (Temple Room)\n4:30pm – Kirtan & Bhajans\n5:30pm – Drama by Bhaktivedanta Players\n6pm – Class\n7pm – Gaura Arati \nPrasadam (Seva Hall\, Sri Krishna Haveli) \nLunch 1:15pm-2pm\nDinner 5pm-6:30pm \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDonate\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Offerings to Srimati Sita Devi\n\nGifts\nOn her appearance day\, we invite you to offer gifts to Srimati Sita Devi. From 7am-11am there will be a gifts table in the reception area where you can purchase gifts suitable for offering. These will then be given to our pujaris to offer them to Srimati Sita Devi. \nIf you wish to order online beforehand\, please use our Amazon wishlist\, with a pre-approved list of gifts suitable for offering. \nCLICK HERE to view the wishlist \nFlowers\nBetween 10am-11am you will also have the opportunity to offer flowers. Please bring your own flowers for offering. \nPrayers / Cards\nYou are welcome to offer your prayers. Please bring your card  with your written prayers that will be presented to Srimati Sita Devi by our pujaris.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Frequently asked questions\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIs a ticket required for entry?\n\n\n\nNo ticket required on this day \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWill there be parking available?\n\n\n\nYes. Free parking will be available all day. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow do I get there?\n\n\n\nAddress Bhaktivedanta Manor Hilfield Lane Watford Sat-Nav: WD25 8HE \nNote: Entrance to temple is via Hilfield Lane only. There is no entrance to the temple through Letchmore Heath village. For driving\, use approximate driving postcode WD25 8HE and follow road signs. Do not use WD25 8EZ\, as this will lead you to a nearby village. \nFor Public Transport & Map\, please CLICK HERE \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Preview from previous festivals
URL:https://www.krishnatemple.com/event/sita-25/
LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Vaishnava Festivals
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bhaktivedanta Manor":MAILTO:info@krishnatemple.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250510
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250511
DTSTAMP:20260415T142117
CREATED:20250502T160740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T163211Z
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SUMMARY:Disappearance of Sri Jayananda Prabhu
DESCRIPTION:Saturday 10 May 2025\n\nSchedule\nLocation: Temple Room \n7am – 9am\nMorning Program & Special Class by Jaya Krishna Das \n12pm – 4pm\nHarinam\, Book Distribution & Distribution of 1000+ Prasad Cookies with Sacred Street Party in Watford Town Centre \n6pm – 7:30pm\nSpecial Class by Kripamoya Das & Gaura Arati \nPrasadam Times | Seva Hall\n9am Breakfast\n5pm Dinner (until 6:30pm) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	About\n\n“Everyone should follow the example of Jayananda. I am very proud that I had such a nice disciple. If possible Jayananda’s picture should be hung in the ratha of Lord Jagannatha\, and in all of our temples a day may be set aside for holding a festival in his honor\, just as we do on the disappearance day of the other great Vaisnavas.” – Srila Prabhupada Letter to Ramesvara\, New Delhi\, 11 May 1977 \nAfter the disappearance of Jayananda Das on May 1\, 1977\, His Divine Grace Srila Prabhupada instructed devotees all over the world to commemorate the event every year as they would any great Vaishnava’s disappearance day. \nJayananda was always ready to do whatever was necessary to push on Krishna consciousness. He was expert at everything: cooking\, preaching\, Deity worship\, public relations\, sankirtan\, selling incense\, construction\, and everything else it takes to run a temple. He was a tireless worker. He would be the first one up in the morning and the last one to sleep at night. It was Jayananda who was always running out to get the flowers\, Jayananda who was washing dishes and making sure the kitchen was clean\, Jayananda who was often missing class while he was out doing some service\, and Jayananda who was always encouraging others to go out and preach\, and setting the example himself. \nWhatever assignment he was given\, he would always get done\, even if he had to suffer personally for it. No matter how hard he was working\, he would never stop for a nap during the day. He seemed to be inexhaustible. \nFrom a Back to Godhead article by Kalakantha dasa. Click here to read more \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Frequently asked questions\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWill there be parking available?\n\n\n\nYes. Free parking will be available all day. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow do I get there?\n\n\n\nAddress Bhaktivedanta Manor Hilfield Lane Watford Sat-Nav: WD25 8HE \nNote: Entrance to temple is via Hilfield Lane only. There is no entrance to the temple through Letchmore Heath village. For driving\, use approximate driving postcode WD25 8HE and follow road signs. Do not use WD25 8EZ\, as this will lead you to a nearby village. \nFor Public Transport & Map\, please CLICK HERE
URL:https://www.krishnatemple.com/event/jayananda-25/
LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Vaishnava Festivals
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bhaktivedanta Manor":MAILTO:info@krishnatemple.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250511
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250512
DTSTAMP:20260415T142117
CREATED:20241101T165547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T173405Z
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SUMMARY:Appearance of Sri Nrisimhadeva
DESCRIPTION:Sunday 11 May 2025\nSri Nrisimhadeva is Lord Krishna’s incarnation as half-man\, half-lion. He is glorified\, described and explained in the Vaisnava scripture Srimad Bhagavatam. Devotees pray to this form of the Lord for protection\, not only from physical threats but also from the selfish attachments in our own hearts.  \nLord Nrisimhadeva came to protect his great devotee\, Prahlada Maharaja\, who constantly prayed to Lord Krishna despite being tortured by his father\, Hiranyakashipu. Nrsimhadeva outwitted the demon Hiranyakashipu\, who thought that he had been blessed to never die under any circumstance. \nNrisimha Caturdasi\, the appearance of Sri Nrisimhadeva is a day to pray for protection and celebrate His glories. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSchedule (Subject to change)\n\nMorning Program in Temple Room\n4:30am – Mangal Arati\n7am – Guru Puja\n7.30am – Deity darshan\n7:35am – Kirtan continues\n8:00am – Drama by the Ladies ashram\n8:25am – Harinam Procession to Sri Krishna Haveli \nMorning Program in Sri Krishna Haveli\n8:45am  – Song by Jayadev Das\n9am  – Class by Bhakti Anugraha Janardana Swami\n10am – Narasimha Kavach Yajna (until 11:30am) \nAfternoon program in Sri Krishna Haveli\n4:15pm – Srila Prabhupada Arrival & Kirtan\n4.30pm – Drama by Junior Bhaktivedanta Players\n5:15pm – Abhishek\n6:15pm – Prasad Feast\n7pm – Kirtan & Talk by Indradyumna Swami & Radhika-Ranjana Das \n(Get the blessings of all vaisnavas\, by sponsoring prasad. Contact bmf@krishnatemple.com) \nHarinam & Book Distribution in Watford Town Centre\n11:30am-1:30pm – Harinam\n11:30am-3:30pm – Book Distribution \nDarshan\nOpen from 7:30am-7:30pm \nFasting until dusk on this day\nPrasad will contain grains \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDonate\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Frequently asked questions\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWill there be parking available?\n\n\n\nYes. Free parking will be available all day. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow do I get there?\n\n\n\nThe best way  to get to the Manor is to drive. If you are using google maps\, search for ‘Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Watford’ and follow directions. If you are using a SatNav\, use approximate driving postcode WD25 8HE and follow road signs to ‘Hare Krishna Temple’. Do not use WD25 8EZ on your SatNav\, as this will lead you to Letchmore Heath village through which there is no access to the Temple. The only entrance to temple is via Hilfield Lane. \nAddress\nBhaktivedanta Manor\nHilfield Lane\nWatford\nSat-Nav: WD25 8HE \nFor Public Transport & Map\, please click the link below \nTravel information\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow do I donate towards the festival?\n\n\n\nThank you for thinking of donating! Please click the link below to donate \nDonate here\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Preview from previous festivals
URL:https://www.krishnatemple.com/event/nrisimhadeva-25/
LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Vaishnava Festivals
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bhaktivedanta Manor":MAILTO:info@krishnatemple.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250517T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250517T193000
DTSTAMP:20260415T142117
CREATED:20250411T095438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T094437Z
UID:26794-1747497600-1747510200@www.krishnatemple.com
SUMMARY:Disappearance of Sri Ramananda Ray
DESCRIPTION:Sat 17 May 2025\n\nRamananda Ray was a governor of South India and a great devotee of Krishna. When Lord Chaitanya went on His tour to South India\, Sarvabhauma Bhattacharya told Him to meet Ramananda Ray. There the famous conversation took place in which Lord Chaitanya asked Ramananda Ray about the ultimate goal of life. Lord Chaitanya kept on urging him to say something higher\, until finally he came to the understanding of pure love for Krishna. Ramananda Ray later gave up all his responsibilities and joined Lord Chaitanya in Jagannath Puri\, spending many years as one of Lord Chaitanya’s closest associates. According to Vedic scriptures\, He is considered to be an incarnation of Arjuna\, the great warrior with whom Krishna spoke the Bhagavad-gita. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Schedule\n\nSchedule\nTemple Room\n4pm – Kirtan\n5:30pm – Skit Performance\n6pm – Class by Taruna Krishna Das\n7pm – Gaura Arati \nPrasadam\n5pm-6:30pm (Sri Krishna Haveli) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Frequently asked questions\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWill there be parking available?\n\n\n\nYes. Free parking will be available all day. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow do I get there?\n\n\n\nAddress Bhaktivedanta Manor Hilfield Lane Watford Sat-Nav: WD25 8HE \nNote: Entrance to temple is via Hilfield Lane only. There is no entrance to the temple through Letchmore Heath village. For driving\, use approximate driving postcode WD25 8HE and follow road signs. Do not use WD25 8EZ\, as this will lead you to a nearby village. \nFor Public Transport & Map\, please CLICK HERE \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Preview from previous festivals
URL:https://www.krishnatemple.com/event/ramananda-ray/
LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Vaishnava Festivals
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bhaktivedanta Manor":MAILTO:info@krishnatemple.com
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