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SUMMARY:Sri Krishna Janmashtami
DESCRIPTION:Fri 4 & Sun 6 Sept 2026 | Free ticket required for entry\nSri Krishna Janmashtami is the appearance day of Lord Sri Krishna\, the Supreme Personality of Godhead. The birth of Lord Krishna is one of the biggest celebrations of the year\, celebrated all over the world.  \nKrishna means “the all-attractive one”. He is the cause of all causes\, the Supreme personality of the entire creation\, both material and spiritual\, He is the God of all gods\, and the Lord within everything and separate from everything at the same time. This is the day devotees celebrate His beautiful pastimes\, His presence in their lives\, taking time to remember their eternal loving relationship with Him and His presence within all of our hearts. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nClick here for details and ticket information\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDonate
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LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Public Festivals
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SUMMARY:Appearance of Srila Prabhupada
DESCRIPTION:Sat 5 Sept 2026 | Ticket required for entry\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. \nSchedule for the day (TO BE CONFIRMED)\n4.30am – Mangal Arati\n7.00am – Guru Puja\n7.30am – Darshan\n7.35am – Kirtan continues\n7.50am – Procession with Srila Prabhupada to Haveli with Kirtan\n8.00am – Class by Srila Prabhupada\n8.45am – Offering of Vyasa puja books with Gurvastakam\n9.00am – Offerings by devotees\n12.30pm – Abhishek of Srila Prabhupada (By Srila Prabhupada’s disciples only)\n1.00pm – Guru Puja followed by Pushpanjali\n1.45pm – Feast (As Vyasa Puja this year falls on a festival day\, the feast will be reserved for Srila Prabhupada’s disciples.) \n2.00pm – 4.00pm – Harinam Sankirtan and Book Distribution in Watford. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTicket Notice\nAs this day falls during the Janmashtami Festival\, a Janmashtami ticket will be required for entry between 10am-8pm. For more information\, please visit the Janmashtami page below. \nNote: Parking will be in the field \n(Fasting until noon on this day) \n\n\nJanmashtami Info\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\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 a ticket to attend?\n\n\n\nYes\, a Janmashtami ticket will be 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\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/prabhupada/
LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Public Festivals
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SUMMARY:Sri Krishna Janmashtami
DESCRIPTION:Fri 4 & Sun 6 Sept 2026 | Free ticket required for entry\nSri Krishna Janmashtami is the appearance day of Lord Sri Krishna\, the Supreme Personality of Godhead. The birth of Lord Krishna is one of the biggest celebrations of the year\, celebrated all over the world.  \nKrishna means “the all-attractive one”. He is the cause of all causes\, the Supreme personality of the entire creation\, both material and spiritual\, He is the God of all gods\, and the Lord within everything and separate from everything at the same time. This is the day devotees celebrate His beautiful pastimes\, His presence in their lives\, taking time to remember their eternal loving relationship with Him and His presence within all of our hearts. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nClick here for details and ticket information\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDonate
URL:https://www.krishnatemple.com/event/janmashtami-26-03/
LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Public Festivals
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260919
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260920
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SUMMARY:Radhastami
DESCRIPTION:Sat 19 Sept 2026\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\nMorning Programme\nMangal Arati\, Guru Puja\, Deity Greeting\, Radhika-Stava\, Class & Abhishek\nTimings TBC \nPrasadam\nTimings TBC \nHarinam & Book Distribution | Watford Town Centre\nTimings TBC \nEvening Programme | Sri Krishna Haveli\nKirtan\, Class\, Flower Offerings & Cake Distribution\nTimings TBC \n(Fasting until noon on this day) \nIf you would like to sponsor the prasad on this day for all the devotees please email bmf@krishnatemple.com or call Vaisnava das on 07305361726. \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/
LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Vaishnava Festivals
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SUMMARY:Dussehra (Festival)
DESCRIPTION:Sun 25 October 2026 – Free ticket required for entry\nDussehra celebrates the victory of Lord Ramachandra over Ravana during the battle in Lanka. This pastime appears in the great epic Ramayana. The word Dussehra comes from the word `dus` meaning `ten’ and `hara`\, meaning `annihilated`\, referring to the destruction of the ten-headed Ravana. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSchedule\nFree ticket required \nFull schedule and timings TBC \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	FAQ\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhy do I need a ticket?\n\n\n\nA ticket is required to enter the site on Sun 25 Oct 2026 \n– By booking your time slot\, this helps us create a better and smoother experience for you\, with shorter queues and more space to participate in the festival. \n– Reduces heavy traffic in the surrounding area\, making it easier for you to attend and creates less disruption for locals and non festival-goers. \n– Helps us to be less wasteful\, as we can prepare appropriate quantities of resources and prasadam (sanctified food). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat are the ticket times?\n\n\n\nA ticket will be required for entry between 2pm-6pm. Without a ticket between these times we will not be able to let you in. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDo children need tickets?\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets are not required for children under 5. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat happens if I arrive without a ticket?\n\n\n\nIn order to enter Bhaktivedanta Manor on this day\, a ticket is required. Without a ticket you will not be let in. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow long can I stay?\n\n\n\nYou are welcome to stay and enjoy the festivities for as long as you like. Your ticket time only relates to your arrival time. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat if I arrive earlier / later than my booked arrival time?\n\n\n\nIf you arrive 30 mins before or after your booked arrival time\, then you will still be allowed entry. Any earlier than that\, we may ask you to please come back later\, closer to your booked time. Any later than that\, we will try our best to accommodate you\, but it may not be possible to allow entry due to limited parking. Please arrive as close to your booked arrival time as possible. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAccessibility Information\n\n\n\n\nDisabled Access for the Burning of Ravana\n\n\nPlease note that the Burning of the effigy of Ravana will take place in the fields\, and the terrain could be muddy and bumpy. There will be no buggies available.\n\n\n \n\n\nIs there parking available for wheelchair users?\n\n\nWhen arriving\, please make your requirement for wheelchair accessibility known to the car park volunteers. They will do their best to direct you to an area closer to the temple site and with a smoother surface to navigate.\n\n\n \n\n\nIs there special parking available if you are a disabled badge holder\, elderly\, or pregnant?\n\n\nWe are unable to facilitate a special parking area\, given the amount of guests and cars we are catering for\, however please speak to one of our car park volunteers upon arrival and they will try and park you as close as possible.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDo I need a ticket if I arrive by walking or taxi?\n\n\n\nYes\, a ticket is still required even if you walk to the Temple or get a taxi. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow can I cancel tickets?\n\n\n\n\nIf you are unable to attend\, please cancel your tickets so others can join. Visit https://krishnatemple.link/cancel to see how you can cancel your tickets.\n\nIf you are having trouble cancelling the tickets\, please email us at ticket@krishnatemple.com and we’d be happy to do it for you. Similarly\, if any family members also have tickets that they won’t be using\, please let us know so that we can cancel their ticket and make it available to others. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nQueries not answered on this page\n\n\n\nQueries not answered on this page \ncontact us via WhatsApp – click here \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDonate
URL:https://www.krishnatemple.com/event/dussehra/
LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Public Festivals
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SUMMARY:Month of Kartik
DESCRIPTION:25 October – 24 November 2026\n\nDuring this time\, pilgrims come from far and wide to offer a lamp to Mother Yasoda and Lord Krishna\, and also increase their spiritual activities. 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 and read Krishna book. 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 – Candle offering – 7am – 7:20am \nEvening – Candle offering – 4:20pm  – 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\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-26/
LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Vaishnava Festivals
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SUMMARY:Diwali (Festival)
DESCRIPTION:Diwali festival\n\nSun 8 Nov 2026\nFree ticket required for entry \nNote: There will be no fireworks on this day \nFor more information about Diwali\, FAQ’s\, Shuttle Services and to book your tickets\, please click the buttons below \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nInformation & Tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Donations\n\n\n\nTo mark this auspicious occasion of Diwali\, many wonderful arrangements are being made to celebrate at Bhaktivedanta Manor. Many thousands of pilgrims will be coming to celebrate this special occasion. Please support this year’s festival with your heartfelt contribution.  \n\nDonate\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAnnakuta / Govardhana-puja
URL:https://www.krishnatemple.com/event/diwali-festival/
LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Public Festivals
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SUMMARY:Annakuta & Govardhana Puja
DESCRIPTION:Mon 9 Nov 2026\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\nNo Ticket Required for entry \nAnnakuta Darshan: 8am-5pm\nDarshan: 8am-7.30pm \nTemple Room\nMangal Arati: 4.30am \nMorning Program (Sri Krishna Haveli)\nTBC \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 food served in the Café. \nEvening Program (Sri Krishna Haveli)\nTBC \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/
LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Vaishnava Festivals
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261113
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261114
DTSTAMP:20260403T224318
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SUMMARY:Disappearance of Srila Prabhupada
DESCRIPTION:Fri 13 Nov 2026\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\nMorning Programme\nTimings TBC \nSrila Prabhupada’s Rooms\n6.00pm – Kirtan and offerings\n7.23pm – Arati and Gurvastakam \nHarinam & Book Distribution\nTimings TBC \n(Fasting until noon 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\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/
LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Vaishnava Festivals
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261226
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SUMMARY:Gita Jayanti Maha Yajna - Bhagavad-gita Recitation
DESCRIPTION:Saturday 26 December 2026\n\nConclude 2026 with a spiritual recharge\, ready for 2027!\nJoin us for the immersive recitation of the entire Bhagavad-gita\nGita Jayanti includes: \n – Recitation of the entire 700 verses of the Gita\n – Explanations by S.B. Keshava Swami\n – Fire yajna (Havan)\n – Your sponsored family name displayed\n – Your copy of the Gita offered\n\n\n\nTo participate\, we invite you to sponsor Bhagavad-gita’s\, for the spiritual benefit of society \n\nSponsor Bhagavad Gitas\n\n\nAll sponsored book donations are now formally ring-fenced as a restricted fund and will be stated as such in the ISKCON audited accounts. All orders/collections for sponsored books will be placed with ISKCON Ltd (BBT Sales) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Schedule\n\nDoors: 8am\nRecitation begins: 8:30am\nBreaks every 6 chapters\nRecitation Ends / Lunch: 2pm \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\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Frequently asked questions\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Do I need a ticket to attend?\n\n\n\nNo ticket is required. We ask everyone to sponsor Bhagavad-gita’s to participate. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow many people can join in the Yajna having sponsored?\n\n\n\n£51 sponsorship = 1 attendee max. \n£108 or more sponsorship = 2 attendees max. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWill you have the Bhagavad-gita available in Gujarati or Hindi?\n\n\n\nMost copies will be in English\, but if you have requirements for a different language please contact us so that we can try to arrange a copy for you. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCan I take the Bhagavad-gita away with me?\n\n\n\nYes\, there will be many copies of the Bhagavad-gita available for those who have sponsored. If you do not wish to distribute the copies yourself\, the Temple is happy to distribute them on your behalf. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat size Bhagavad-gitas will you have available?\n\n\n\nSmall & medium copies will be available on the day\, just let us know if you have a preference when collecting yours. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCan I attend the Yajna without sponsoring?\n\n\n\nPriority is given to those who have sponsored Bhagavad-gitas\, however\, we will be broadcasting the recitation in the Seva Hall for those who wish to partake in that way. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCan I do my sponsorship on the day?\n\n\n\nYes\, you are welcome to come and sponsor Bhagavad-gitas on the day\, but we request that you do so in advance so we better prepare for how many will be attending etc. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWill this event be broadcast live?\n\n\n\nYes\, this event will be broadcast live on our YouTube & Facebook channels. Please join us online if you are unable to attend in person. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat does it mean to be a Yajaman?\n\n\n\nA ‘Yajaman’ is one who takes a sankalpa or vrata (intention or vow) to recite the whole Bhagavad-gita that day. After reciting\, Yajamans will be invited to place offerings into the havan (fire) as the completion or your sankalpa. \nAs a yajaman on that day you will be offering your tan (body) by physically being there\, your dhan (wealth) by sponsoring Bhagavad-gitas\, and most importantly\, your man (mind) by reading the whole Bhagavad-gita. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAre there any courses on Bhagavad-gita?\n\n\n\nYes. We have a range of courses available for deeper study of Bhagavad-gita to help you get further insights from this ancient wealth of knowledge. \nGita Life (In Person) \nGita Life (Online) \nKids Gita Life (4-8 yrs) \nKids Gita Life (8-14 yrs) \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\nAbout the Bhagavad-Gita \nBhagavad Gita is organised into 18 chapters and contains 700 verses. The Gita can also be divided into three sections (6 chapters each): \nSection 1: Karma Yoga\nSection 2: Bhakti Yoga\nSection 3: Jnana Yoga \nThe word “yoga” is nowadays associated with stretching postures and exercises\, yet its true meaning is “the process of linking”. Specifically\, it refers to the process of linking our activities to the Supreme Person\, God. \nThe daily reading of Bhagavad Gita together with chanting the Hare Krishna mantra can bring about rapid spiritual advancement for any person. \nOut of numerous translations of the Gita\, “Bhagavad Gita As It Is” shines foremost as it brings to bear the purity and competence of its author and offers answers carefully preserved by a chain of teachers which can be traced back to Lord Sri Krishna. \n“Bhagavad Gita As It Is” consists of Sanskrit verses together with translations and purports by His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada. Within the pages of the Gita\, the workings of karma\, reincarnation and yoga are to be found\, as instructed by Lord Krishna to Arjuna. \nWe invite you to explore this marvellous work. \n\n\nRefresh your soul in the company of senior vaishnavas. The entire 700 verses of the Gita will be recited\, and chapter summaries will be presented. A fire yajna will be conducted throughout the recitation. \nGita Jayanti offers the opportunity to celebrate the appearance of Bhagavad Gita and to distribute this gem to many others. You are invited to sponsor Bhagavad Gitas and distribute them to your friends\, family and colleagues. Alternatively the Temple on your behalf will place them in schools\, universities\, hospitals or prisons through its various programmes. \nThe Bhagavad Gita is a transcendental dialogue between Lord Sri Krishna and His devotee Arjuna. Spoken at the outset of a great battle\, it is an encyclopedia for humanity. \nIn contrast to the atheistic scientist’s purely physical (and hence incomplete) description of everything\, Bhagavad Gita makes a distinction between the spiritual self and the material body. \nThe mind\, intelligence and senses are discussed in terms of their strengths and limitations\, and guidelines are given for their intended use.
URL:https://www.krishnatemple.com/event/gita/
LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:New Year's Day Darshan
DESCRIPTION:Friday 1 January 2027\n\nStart the new year with darshan of Their Lordships\, Sri Sri Radha Gokulananda\, Sri Sri Sita Rama Lakshman Hanuman\, & Sri Sri Gaura Nitai. \nNo ticket required\nDarshan open from 9am-9pm\nPriority Darshan for those with limited mobility and young children between 9am-11am. \nAvoid peak periods between\n12pm-2pm & 4pm-5pm \nPrasad\nTo keep the Car Parks flowing Prasad will be offered to everyone to take away on the drive out in the cars. \nCafé / Gift Shop / Gardens / Playground / Goshala\nAll areas closed \nDue to our limited parking at this time of year\, and to accommodate everyone visiting\, the Café\, Gift Shop\, Gardens\, Goshala and Playground will be closed on this day. This allows everyone the chance to visit for the purpose of Darshan.  \nThank you for your understanding. Hare Krishna! \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 I need a ticket?\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/nyd-darshan/
LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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