BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Bhaktivedanta Manor - Hare Krishna Temple Watford - ECPv6.6.4.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Bhaktivedanta Manor - Hare Krishna Temple Watford X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.krishnatemple.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Bhaktivedanta Manor - Hare Krishna Temple Watford REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20230326T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20231029T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20240331T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20241027T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240122T163000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240122T193000 DTSTAMP:20260404T165258 CREATED:20240117T172129Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240117T181920Z UID:23270-1705941000-1705951800@www.krishnatemple.com SUMMARY:Celebration of Sri Ram Mandir DESCRIPTION:Monday 22 January 2024\n\nOn January 22nd 2024\, the momentous occasion of the installation of Lord Rama in the newly built Ram Mandir of Ayodhya will take place. \nTo mark the event\, the temple will be decorated with lights and everyone is invited to celebrate at Bhaktivedanta Manor. From 4:30pm to 6:30pm there will be a pushpa abhishek (flower offering) that everyone can participate in. We encourage you to bring your own flowers to offer Lord Rama. \n4:30pm – 6:30pm: Pushpa Abhishek (Flower Offering) & Kirtans for Lord Rama | Temple Room \n4:30pm – 7:30pm: Prasadam | Seva Hall\, Sri Krishna Haveli \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDonate towards flowers and prasad\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\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/ram-mandir/ LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Special Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.krishnatemple.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Sri-Ram-Mandir-Web-Header.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Bhaktivedanta Manor":MAILTO:info@krishnatemple.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240101T090000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240101T210000 DTSTAMP:20260404T165258 CREATED:20231031T111036Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240101T074633Z UID:22848-1704099600-1704142800@www.krishnatemple.com SUMMARY:New Year's Day Darshan DESCRIPTION:Monday 1 January 2024\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 \nAvoid peak periods between \n12pm-2pm \n4pm-5pm \nGoshalla / Cafe & Gift Shop will be open \n9am – 8pm \nPrasad \nTo keep the Car Parks flowing Prasad will be offered to everyone to take away on the drive out. \nGardens / Playground / Access to other areas will be restricted \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBus from Stanmore\n\nThere will be a bus service running from Stanmore to the Manor. If you’d like to book your tickets\, please click the link below \n\nClick here\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Connect on WhatsApp\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhatsapp\n\nClick here to chat to us on WhatsApp \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\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\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/new-years-day-darshan-24/ LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Special Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.krishnatemple.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/NYD-Darshan.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Bhaktivedanta Manor":MAILTO:info@krishnatemple.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231231T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231231T235900 DTSTAMP:20260404T165258 CREATED:20230314T141758Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231215T121439Z UID:21154-1704045600-1704067140@www.krishnatemple.com SUMMARY:New Year's Eve Kirtan DESCRIPTION:Sunday 31 December 2023\n\nJoin us for an evening of kirtan\, drama\, and celebration to bring in the new year with Krishna consciousness at the centre. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Schedule\n\nSubject to change \n6pm – Guru Puja\n6:30pm – Drama by Junior Bhaktivedanta Players\n7pm – Kirtan\n9:30pm – An Evening with S.B. Keshava Swami\n10:45pm – Kirtan\n12:15am – Finish \nPrasadam: Served from 6pm-8:30pm \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\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 Related events\n\n Sunday Love FeastApril 5Sunday Love FeastApril 12Appearance of Sri Gadadhara PanditApril 17 @ 4:30 pm - 9:30 pmSunday Love FeastApril 19Appearance of Sri RamanujacharyaApril 22 @ 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm URL:https://www.krishnatemple.com/event/new-years-eve-kirtan/ LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Special Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.krishnatemple.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Dec-234.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Bhaktivedanta Manor":MAILTO:info@krishnatemple.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231230 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231231 DTSTAMP:20260404T165258 CREATED:20230314T141241Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240223T130930Z UID:21152-1703894400-1703980799@www.krishnatemple.com SUMMARY:Gita Jayanti Yajna - Bhagavad-gita Recitation DESCRIPTION:Saturday 30 December 2023\n\nConclude 2023 with a spiritual recharge\, ready for 2024!\nJoin us for the immersive recitation of the entire Bhagavad-gita\nGita Jayanti includes: \n – Recitation of the Gita\n – Summaries of the Chapters\n\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 Gita’s\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 Connect on WhatsApp\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhatsapp\n\nClick here to chat to us on WhatsApp \n\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. \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\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/gita-23/ LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Special Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.krishnatemple.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Festival_Gita_Jayanti.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Bhaktivedanta Manor":MAILTO:info@krishnatemple.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231216T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231216T160000 DTSTAMP:20260404T165258 CREATED:20231128T165623Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231129T164747Z UID:23007-1702724400-1702742400@www.krishnatemple.com SUMMARY:Wedding Fair DESCRIPTION:Saturday 16 December 2023\n\nPlanning a Wedding event for 2024/2025?\nIt’s Wedding exhibition time at the Sri Krishna Haveli\, Bhaktivedanta Manor. \nWe can’t wait to welcome you to our superb wedding venue in Watford. A spiritual oasis surrounded by gorgeous gardens in the Hertfordshire countryside. \nExperts in Asian catering\, wedding\, and evening planning. Get ready to meet the team\, gain inspiration from a variety of suppliers and plan your dream wedding right here with us. \nFree Entry – Free Parking – Free Food Tasting \n+ a gift bag for all couples attending on the day. \nMeet our team & suppliers \n\nWedding Photographers\nMake-up\nMehndi\nMandaps\nMusic / Musicians\n\nFor more information: weddings@krishnatemple.com \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/wedding-fair/ LOCATION:Sri Krishna Haveli\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Special Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.krishnatemple.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Wedding.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Bhaktivedanta Manor":MAILTO:info@krishnatemple.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231209T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231209T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T165258 CREATED:20221028T145030Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T171623Z UID:20160-1702116000-1702141200@www.krishnatemple.com SUMMARY:Krishna’s Winter Market DESCRIPTION:Saturday 9 December 2023\n\nKRISHNA’S WINTER MARKET IS BACK! Bigger and better than before! \nOn Saturday 9 December\, we will host our annual Krishna’s Winter Market at Sri Krishna Haveli from 10am to 5pm. There will be stalls featuring everything from clothes\, jewellery and handmade cosmetics to handicrafts\, religious paraphernalia and books and toys for children. \nWe will also be serving up delicious festive treats like mince pies\, waffles\, cookies and donuts and mouth watering dabeli and samosa chaat. It’s a fun day out for the family that’s not to be missed! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Want to have a stall?\n\nIf you’re interested in having a stall\, then please fill in the application form: \n\n\nApplication Form\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/wintermarket-25/ LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Special Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.krishnatemple.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/winter-market-fliers-1920-×-1080px.png ORGANIZER;CN="Bhaktivedanta Manor":MAILTO:info@krishnatemple.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231129T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231129T220000 DTSTAMP:20260404T165258 CREATED:20231116T105849Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231122T115102Z UID:22946-1701284400-1701295200@www.krishnatemple.com SUMMARY:My Sweet Lord: The Spiritual Journey of George Harrison DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 29 November 2023\n\nInspired by India’s ancient wisdom and the practice of mantra meditation\, George Harrison became known as the ‘Spiritual Beatle’. \nIn celebration of 50 years of Bhaktivedanta Manor\, ISKCON – The International Society For Krishna Consciousness – have created a show that will explore the spiritual journey of the Liverpool lad who ended up purchasing and donating Bhaktivedanta Manor in Hertfordshire to the UK Hare Krishna movement. \nThis evening will be an enlightening exploration of George’s spiritual side\, featuring songs\, stories\, lyrics\, interviews with George and of course\, mantra meditation. “My Sweet Lord: The Spiritual Journey of George Harrison” – had it’s premiere at the Liverpool Philarmonic Hall in February 2023 to coincide with George Harrison’s 80th Birthday and is now being performed live a the Haveli \nTo read more about George Harrison and his special link to Bhaktivedanta Manor & Srila Prabhupada\, then click the button below. \n\nRead about George\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n What to expect?\n\nAn evening of live music\, tributes\, and words in celebration of the spiritual journey of George Harrison. A hot vegetarian meal will be served from 7pm. \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 – Free entry for everyone. \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/my-sweet-lord/ LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Public Festivals ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.krishnatemple.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/George-Harrison-Evening-Web.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Bhaktivedanta Manor":MAILTO:info@krishnatemple.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231126T163000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231126T183000 DTSTAMP:20260404T165258 CREATED:20231017T155102Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231126T144845Z UID:22765-1701016200-1701023400@www.krishnatemple.com SUMMARY:Sunday Love Feast (CANCELLED) DESCRIPTION:Notice: Due to a power outage in the Sri Krishna Haveli\, this event has been cancelled. Apologies for any inconvenience caused.\nEvery Sunday – 4:30pm-6:30pm | Sri Krishna Haveli\n\nLast entry 4:45pm \nJoin us every Sunday in the Sri Krishna Haveli. There will be two hours filled with chanting & dancing\, enlivening wisdom\, culture & entertainment\, and of course the delicious prasadam (feast). \nThis will be a family friendly event\, with something for everyone. A chance for the community to come together\, as well as something interesting and inspiring for the newcomer. \nPlease note that simple maha-prasadam will be available for all visitors\, however the full meal (feast prasadam) will only be for attendees of the full program. \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\nWhat time is prasadam served?\n\n\n\nPrasadam will be served at 7pm. Please note that simple maha-prasadam will be available for all visitors\, however the full meal (feast prasadam) will only be for attendees of the full program. \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 events URL:https://www.krishnatemple.com/event/sunday-love-feast-2/ LOCATION:Sri Krishna Haveli\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Special Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.krishnatemple.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Sunday-Love-Feast-Web3.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Bhaktivedanta Manor":MAILTO:info@krishnatemple.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231126T163000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231126T183000 DTSTAMP:20260404T165258 CREATED:20231013T144924Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231019T095750Z UID:22751-1701016200-1701023400@www.krishnatemple.com SUMMARY:'Journey of Self Discovery - Workshop' - Milton Keynes DESCRIPTION:Sunday 26 November 2023\nOldbrook Centre\, Oldbrook\, Milton Keynes MK6 2QA\nBhaktivedanta Manor is pleased to offer and welcome everyone to a special “Chant & Be Happy” mantra meditation workshop designed specially for the residents in and around Milton Keynes. \nWe will be holding this event on a Saturday evening to allow you the opportunity to uplift your inner and real self. This workshop is for every age group and include kirtan\, quiz\, spiritual insights and drama\, there will be something for everyone! \nWe will also close the evening with a sumptuous vegetarian feast \nPlease note there are no charges for these events but don’t forget to register as we have a (free) ticket-based entry so we know you are attending and make sure we serve one and all to our best capacity. \nFor any further questions\, please email bv@krishnatemple.com \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister URL:https://www.krishnatemple.com/event/chant-be-happy-mk/ LOCATION:Oldbook Centre\, Oldbrook Centre\, Oldbrook\, Milton Keynes\, MK6 2QA CATEGORIES:Special Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.krishnatemple.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Previous-Festivals-Gallery-22.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Bhaktivedanta Manor":MAILTO:info@krishnatemple.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231116 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231117 DTSTAMP:20260404T165258 CREATED:20230314T140836Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250110T161253Z UID:21150-1700092800-1700179199@www.krishnatemple.com SUMMARY:Disappearance of Srila Prabhupada DESCRIPTION:Thursday 16 November 2023\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\nTemple Room \n4:30am – Mangala Arati (by Srila Prabhupada)\n7am – Deity Greeting\n7:05am – Candle offering\n7:25am –  Guru Puja\n8:10am – Class by Srila Prabhupada\n9am – Offerings to Srila Prabhupada\n11am – Abhishek / Pushpanjali\n1:00pm – Feast (Prasadam) in Sri Krishna Haveli \n4:30pm – Candle offerings for Kartik \nHarinam & Book Distribution \n2:45pm – Meet outside Caffè Nero (100-102 High St\, Watford\, WD17 2BW) \nSrila Prabhupada’s rooms \n6pm – Kirtan and offerings\n7:20pm – Arati \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-2023/ LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Vaishnava Festivals ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.krishnatemple.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Festival_Prabhupada_Disappearance.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Bhaktivedanta Manor":MAILTO:info@krishnatemple.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231114 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231115 DTSTAMP:20260404T165258 CREATED:20230111T174552Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T104027Z UID:20552-1699920000-1700006399@www.krishnatemple.com SUMMARY:Diwali / Annakuta & Govardhana Puja DESCRIPTION:Schedule\n\n\n\nTuesday 14 November 2023 – Diwali / Annakuta & Govardhana Puja\n\nTemple Room\nMangal Arati: 4:30am-5am (no ticket required)\nAnnakuta Darshan: 8am-5pm (ticket required only between 10am-5pm)\nDarshan: 8am – 7:30pm (ticket required only between 10am-5pm)\nCandle Offerings for Kartik: 4:30pm-7:30pm \nSri Krishna Haveli\n7am – Guru Puja & Kirtan\n7:30am – Giriraj Darshan & Deity Greeting\n8am – Candle Offering\n9am onwards – Festivities (Class\, Kirtan etc.)\n10am – Govardhana-puja (Circumambulating the Hill) \n(No ticket required before 10am – free ticket required only between 10am-5pm) \nGoshala (Farm)\n10am onwards – Go Puja (every hour until 4pm) \nPrasadam\nServed throughout the day \nCafé\n10am-7:30pm \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Tuesday 14 November 2023\n\nFree ticket required for entry between 10am-5pm \nIf you arrive before 10am\, or after 5pm\, no ticket is required \n\nBook your free ticket\n\n\nCelebrating Diwali / Annakuta & Govardhana Puja \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 Ticketing Info\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhy do I need a ticket?\n\n\n\n– By booking your time slot\, this helps us create a better and smoother experience for you\, with shorter queues. \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 is required to enter Bhaktivedanta Manor between 10am-5pm. \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 (between 10am-5pm)\, a ticket is required. If tickets are still available\, we may ask you to book a ticket online via your phone. If not you will not be allowed entry into the festival site. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCan I come for Mangal Arati & Guru Puja?\n\n\n\nYes. You are welcome to come to Bhaktivedanta Manor before 10am. But if you arrive during the event time (10am–5pm)\, then you will need an entry ticket to enter Bhaktivedanta Manor\, as without a ticket in those times\, you will not be allowed entry. If you arrive before 10am\, you will be allowed to stay for the rest of the day without a ticket. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat if our group is larger than the number of tickets available per booking?\n\n\n\nAfter your fist booking\, you can book again\, choosing the same time slot\, make two or more separate bookings to ensure your full party has tickets. \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\nHow can I cancel tickets?\n\n\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\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Shuttle Service\n\nWe will be running a limited shuttle service from Stanmore Station to Bhaktivedanta Manor (and back). Starting from 10am and with the final return at 1:30pm. Click below for more details and booking. \n\nShuttle Service\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Frequently asked questions\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Festival\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. \nCows are honoured as part of the festivities as well. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDo I need a ticket to attend?\n\n\n\nA ticket will be required for this event. \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-2023/ LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Public Festivals ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.krishnatemple.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Festival_Govardhana_Puja.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Bhaktivedanta Manor":MAILTO:info@krishnatemple.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231113T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231113T193000 DTSTAMP:20260404T165258 CREATED:20231004T141553Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250110T160329Z UID:22705-1699869600-1699903800@www.krishnatemple.com SUMMARY:Diwali Darshan DESCRIPTION:Monday 13 November 2023\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\nDarshan: 10am-7:30pm \nFarm: 10am-6pm \nCafé: 10am-7:30pm \nNo stage program or fireworks \nNo ticket required on this day (Please book your free ticket for Tuesday 14 November celebrations) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets for Tues 14 November – Celebrations\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\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/diwali-darshan-2023/ LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Vaishnava Festivals ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.krishnatemple.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Diwali-Darshan.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Bhaktivedanta Manor":MAILTO:info@krishnatemple.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231112T163000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231112T183000 DTSTAMP:20260404T165258 CREATED:20230526T122526Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231111T191116Z UID:21857-1699806600-1699813800@www.krishnatemple.com SUMMARY:Sunday Love Feast - Diwali Special DESCRIPTION:Every Sunday – 4:30pm-6:30pm | Sri Krishna Haveli\n\nLast entry 4:45pm \nHappy diwali\, the Sunday love feast celebrates the homecoming of lord rama!!\nSpecial Ramayana drama\, rama katha\, and kirtans!! 4:30-6:30 concluding with a love feast! \nJoin us every Sunday in the Sri Krishna Haveli. There will be two hours filled with chanting & dancing\, enlivening wisdom\, culture & entertainment\, and of course the delicious prasadam (feast). \nThis will be a family friendly event\, with something for everyone. A chance for the community to come together\, as well as something interesting and inspiring for the newcomer. \nPlease note that simple maha-prasadam will be available for all visitors\, however the full meal (feast prasadam) will only be for attendees of the full program. \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\nWhat time is prasadam served?\n\n\n\nPrasadam will be served at 7pm. Please note that simple maha-prasadam will be available for all visitors\, however the full meal (feast prasadam) will only be for attendees of the full program. \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 events URL:https://www.krishnatemple.com/event/sunday-love-feast/ LOCATION:Sri Krishna Haveli\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Special Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.krishnatemple.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Sunday-Love-Feast-Web3.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Bhaktivedanta Manor":MAILTO:info@krishnatemple.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231028 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231128 DTSTAMP:20260404T165258 CREATED:20230314T142747Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241209T180925Z UID:21156-1698451200-1701129599@www.krishnatemple.com SUMMARY:Month of Kartik DESCRIPTION:Saturday 28 October – Monday 27 November 2023\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 \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. \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. \nOffering times and locations may vary on festival days URL:https://www.krishnatemple.com/event/month-of-kartik-2023/ LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Public Festivals ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.krishnatemple.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/221009-Kartik-WEB.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Bhaktivedanta Manor":MAILTO:info@krishnatemple.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231008T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231008T160000 DTSTAMP:20260404T165258 CREATED:20230915T200653Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231004T141719Z UID:22571-1696773600-1696780800@www.krishnatemple.com SUMMARY:Lord Nrsimhadeva is Coming - TOVP DESCRIPTION:Sunday 8 October 2023 | 2pm-4pm\n\nThe historic Grand Opening of Lord Nrsimhadeva Wing in Feb 2024 is part of the greater TOVP 2024 Marathon to open the temple in 2024. This is a crucial stage towards that goal\, and we request all devotees to come together for this fundraiser and give to help complete the Lord Nrsimhadeva Wing for the pleasure of Srila Prabhupada. \nLord Nrsimhadeva is coming \nJoin us for a special program as part of the TOVP (Temple of the Vedic Planetarium) tour and take darshan of the Satari (helmet) of Mayapur Nrsimhadeva\, non-different from the Lord Himself\, as well as Lord Nityananda’s Padukas (shoes). \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/tovp-fundraiser/ LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Special Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.krishnatemple.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/TOVP-Fundraiser-Web.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Bhaktivedanta Manor":MAILTO:info@krishnatemple.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230929 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231015 DTSTAMP:20260404T165258 CREATED:20230314T122624Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241209T181736Z UID:21138-1695945600-1697327999@www.krishnatemple.com SUMMARY:Shraddha DESCRIPTION:29 Sep – 14 Oct\n\nShraddha is a time for expressing our love and gratitude to our departed family members by making offerings to help them on their onward journey. \nShraddha lasts for one fortnight from the beginning of the lunar month of Ashwin\, which this years falls from the 29 September until the 14 October inclusive. \nMore information – What is Shraddha? \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCeremony at Bhaktivedanta Manor\nThere will be daily Shraddha ceremonies at the temple. \nThe ceremony will be led by a priest consisting of \nSankalpa\, Pitri Tarpana (offering of Water to ancestors ) & Go Puja / feeding of the cows. \nPlease book in advance so we can make sure that we have enough facilities. \nBook for – Purnima Shraddha Puja on Sep 29\, 11:30 AM \nBook for – Pratipad Shraddha Puja on Sep 30\, 11:30 AM \nBook for – Dwitiya Shraddha Puja on Oct 01\, 2:00 PM \nBook for – Trititya Shraddha Puja on Oct 02\, 5:30 PM \nBook for – Chaturthi Shraddha Puja on Oct 03\, 5:30 PM \nBook for – Panchami Shraddha Puja on Oct 04\, 5:30 PM \nBook for – Sasthi Shraddha Puja on Oct 05\, 5:30 PM \nBook for – Saptami Shraddha Puja on Oct 06\, 5:30 PM \nBook for – Astami Shraddha Puja on Oct 07\, 11:30 AM \nBook for – Navami Shraddha Puja on Oct 08\, 11:30 AM \nBook for – Dasami Shraddha Puja on Oct 09\, 5:30 PM \nEkadasi – We dont do Shraddha Puja on Ekadasi (if your shraddha falls on this day please book last day of puja) \nBook for – Dvadasi Shraddha Puja on Oct 11\, 5:30 PM \nBook for – Trayodasi Shraddha Puja on Oct 12\, 5:30 PM \nBook for – Chaturdasi Shraddha Puja on Oct 13\, 5:30 PM \nBook for – Sarva Pitru Amavasya Shraddha Puja –  Oct 14\, 4:30 PM \nIf you have any queries\, contact us at bmf@krishnatemple.com or phone 01923 851008. \nIf you are not sure of the day that shraddha should be performed for your family member you can come on the last day\, which is known as Sarva Pitru Amavasya. \nPlease book in advance so we can make sure that we have enough facilities. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDonate for Shraddha\n\n\n\nFood Items you can donate for Shraddha\nAtta/Flour – Elephant Atta Medium \nGhee (cow ghee) \nRice (basmati) \nDal – mung Dal\, toor Dal\, \nOils – sunflower oil\, olive oil\, \nSpices – Jeera (cumin)\, mustard\, sesame seeds\, Black pepper\, \nNuts – Cashew\, Almonds\, Peanuts \nDried Fruits \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Śrāddha at Bhaktivedanta Manor \nCeremony at Bhaktivedanta Manor\nSankalpa\nPitri Tarpana ( offering of Water to ancestors )\nGo Puja / feeding of the Cows \nWhat you need to bring\nKalash (water pot) medium size (700ml)\nBowl (wide mouth with capacity of 2 litres)\nUpto 2 litres of water (bottled)\n1 bunch of flowers (white and yellow only)\nA mat / blanket to sit on\nA self standing framed picture (size A4/A5) of the departed family member(s) we are offering puja for\nPlease remember the full names of all the departed souls you will be offering sraddha and up to three generations of your family members. List of family members pdf \nAbout śrāddha from Srila Prabhupada\nSri Caitanya Mahaprabhu went to Gaya to offer respectful oblations to His forefathers. This process is called pinda-dana. In Vedic society\, after the death of a relative\, especially one’s father or mother\, one must go to Gaya and there offer oblations to the lotus feet of Lord\nVishnu. Therefore hundreds and thousands of men gather daily to offer such oblations\, or sraddha. Following this principle\, Lord Caitanya Mahaprabhu also went there to offer pinda to His dead father. (Sri Caitanya-caritamrta\, Adi 17.8\, Purport) \nAfter death according to Vedic regulations\, pinda-udaka\, pinda\, offering Vishnu prasada and water at least once in a year\, it is required by the family members. And according to Vedic culture\, there is one month fixed up in a year when all people will offer pinda and udaka to the forefathers. (Lecture\, London\, July 29\, 1973) \nImportance and need of performing śrāddha\nIn Srimad Bhagavatam Lord Sri Narasimha Himself recommends performing of Shraddha ceremony by His devotee Prahlada after delivering Hiranyakashipu. \nkuru tvaṁ preta-kṛ tyāni pituḥ pūtasya sarvaśaḥ\nMad-aṅ ga-sparśanenāṅ ga lokān yāsyati suprajāḥ\nMy dear child\, your father has already been purified just by the touch of My body at the time of his death. Nonetheless\, the duty of a son is to perform the śrāddha ritualistic ceremony after his father’s death so that his father may be promoted to a planetary system where he may become a good citizen and devotee. (SB 7.10.22) \nObjectives of performing śrāddha\n…What is putra pinda? Caitanya Mahaprabhu also showed us the example. He went to Gaya Pradesh to offer pinda for His forefathers. This is necessary still… There are many practical cases that one’s father or mother became a ghost after death\, and after offering oblations at the lotus feet of Vishnu at Gaya\, he was delivered. There are many cases. So\, actual fact is Vishnu worship. That is the ultimate goal of Vedic civilization\, but they do not know. (Srila Prabhupada lecture\, Surat\, January 3\, 1971) \nPrayers and types of the śrāddha ritual\nThe best process for the śrāddha ceremony is to distribute bhāgavata-prasāda (remnants of food that has first been offered to Kṛṣṇa) to all of one’s forefathers and relatives. This makes a first-class śrāddha ceremony. (SB 7.15 summary) \nThere are three kinds of ceremonies — specifically\, ceremonies to please the Supreme Personality of Godhead or the demigods\, those performed for social celebrations like marriages and birthdays\, and those meant to please the forefathers\, like the śrāddha ceremony. In all these ceremonies\, large amounts of money are spent for various activities\, but here it is suggested that if along with this there is recitation of the wonderful activities of Vāmanadeva\, certainly the ceremony will be carried out successfully and will be free of all discrepancies. (SB 8.23.31 purport) \nThe effects of the śrāddha ritual\nThere is a hell which is called pun. So from that hellish condition\, one who delivers\, trāyate iti tra\, therefore he is called putra. This is… Every Sanskrit word has got meaning\, root meaning. Putra. Putra-piṇḍa-prayojanam. Putra is required. Why? After death\, if by chance the father does not get ordinary life or goes to the hellish condition of life\, the son will deliver. Therefore śrāddha ceremony. There is śrāddha… What is that śrāddha ceremony? Śrāddha ceremony means to offer foodstuff to Viṣṇu\, and with the prasādam\, to the forefathers or father it is offered\, so that by eating prasādam\, if he is in ghost life or in hellish life\, he’ll be delivered. This is called śrāddha. (Srila Prabhupada lecture Vrindavan\, SB 1.5.24\, August 5\, 1974\,) \nWho can perform śrāddha\nSanatan Dharma that does not give any cause for excuse for not performing śrāddha due to the absence of a particular person. Son\, daughter\, grandson\, great grandson\, wife\, daughter’s son\, brother\, nephew\, cousin’s son\, father\, mother\, daughter-in-law\, son of elderly and younger sisters\, maternal uncle\, anyone in the seven generations and from the same lineage (sapiṇḍa)\, anyone after the seven generations and belonging to the same family domain (samanodak)\, disciple\, priests (upadhyay)\, friend\, son-in-law of the deceased can perform Śrāddha in that order. In case of a joint family\, the eldest and earning male should perform Śrāddha. In the case of the unit family\, everyone should perform śrāddha independently. \nSanatan Dharma has made arrangements so that for each and every dead person śrāddha can be performed so as to give momentum to that person to progress to a higher sub-plane. Dharma Sindhu mentions that: ‘If a particular dead person does not have any relative or a close person\, then it is the duty of the king to perform Śrāddha for that person. Normally every year Śrāddha should be performed on the date of death of the person (the Vaishnava calendar and not as per the Western calendar). \nConsidering the complexity in pronouncing certain Sanskrit words and limitation to understand the rites mentioned in the science\, it may not be possible for everyone to perform the ritual as prescribed\, by themselves. In such cases one can get the ritual performed through priests and if they are not available\, then the ritual can be performed with the help of knowledgeable people. \nIf the date is not known and only the month is known\, then in that case śrāddha can be performed on the last day of Śrāddha period. \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 \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/shraddha-23/ LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Special Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.krishnatemple.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/220911-Shraddha-web.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Bhaktivedanta Manor":MAILTO:info@krishnatemple.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230924T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230924T150000 DTSTAMP:20260404T165258 CREATED:20230828T134419Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230828T134924Z UID:22390-1695556800-1695567600@www.krishnatemple.com SUMMARY:Luton Rathayatra DESCRIPTION:Sunday 24 September 2023 – Luton War memorial to the end of the Market hill\n\nThe Festival of Chariots\, also known as ‘Ratha Yatra’ is an ancient tradition of procession that takes place around the world\, originating in India. Filled with singing\, dancing\, colour\, and spirituality\, it is a joyous occasion for all that attend. \nFree and with something for everyone – Fun for the family\, philosophy for the spiritual-seeker\, singing & dancing for the expressive soul\, and a free delicious vegetarian meal for all the public. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Schedule\n\n\n– Procession will start from Luton War memorial to the end of the Market hill from 12pm\n\n– Free Vegeterian feast will be served from 2pm to 3pm\n\n– Various activities planned for kids like colouring\, face painting etc\n\n– Book\, Beads\, Mantra Meditation Stalls etc\n\n– If you would like to help on the day or have any questions please contact Mayank on 07584251184\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\nWhat is the meaning and origin behind the Festival of Chariots / Ratha Yatra?\n\n\n\n‘Ratha Yatra’ literally translates as ‘Chariot Festival’. It is an extraordinary festival that originates in Jagannatha Puri on the east coast of India and dates back over 2\,000 years. \nKrishna\, in His most merciful form as Lord Jagannatha\, is pulled along on a large wooden cart. Lord Jagannatha is present along with His brother\, Baladeva and sister\, Subhadra. \nAt the end of the procession\, there is a big gathering of devotees with feasting\, stalls and spiritual entertainment. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWho is Lord Jagannatha?\n\n\n\nLord Jagannatha\, known as the Lord of the Universe\, is a wooden form of Krishna\, the Supreme Personality of Godhead. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat will you be singing on the day?\n\n\n\nPrimarily the Hare Krishna Maha-Mantra will be sung: \nHare Krishna Hare Krishna\nKrishna Krishna Hare Hare\nHare Rama Hare Rama\nRama Rama Hare Hare \nThe mantra is most commonly translated as\, “O Lord\, O Energy of the Lord\, please engage me in Your service.” It was popularized in the sixteenth century by Chaitanya Mahaprabhu\, and spread worldwide in the late twentieth century by Srila Prabhupada and his followers in the International Society for Krishna Consciousness. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCan anyone attend?\n\n\n\nYes\, this is free and open to everyone. Tell a friend\, bring your family\, or come on your own. URL:https://www.krishnatemple.com/event/luton-rathayatra/ CATEGORIES:Public Festivals ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.krishnatemple.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Watford-Rath-222.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230917T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230917T150000 DTSTAMP:20260404T165258 CREATED:20230828T135223Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230828T140241Z UID:22393-1694952000-1694962800@www.krishnatemple.com SUMMARY:Slough Rathayatra DESCRIPTION:Sunday 17 September 2023 – Upton Court Park Walk\n\nThe Festival of Chariots\, also known as ‘Ratha Yatra’ is an ancient tradition of procession that takes place around the world\, originating in India. Filled with singing\, dancing\, colour\, and spirituality\, it is a joyous occasion for all that attend. \nFree and with something for everyone – Fun for the family\, philosophy for the spiritual-seeker\, singing & dancing for the expressive soul\, and a free delicious vegetarian meal for all the public. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Schedule\n\n\n– Procession will start from Upton Court Park Walk (SL3 7LU)  next to car park from 12pm\n\n– Free Vegeterian feast will be served from 2pm to 3pm\n\n– Various activities planned for kids like colouring\, face painting etc\n\n– Book\, Beads\, Mantra Meditation Stalls etc\n\n\n– If you would like to help on the day or have any questions please contact Nikhil on 07424026686\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\nWhat is the meaning and origin behind the Festival of Chariots / Ratha Yatra?\n\n\n\n‘Ratha Yatra’ literally translates as ‘Chariot Festival’. It is an extraordinary festival that originates in Jagannatha Puri on the east coast of India and dates back over 2\,000 years. \nKrishna\, in His most merciful form as Lord Jagannatha\, is pulled along on a large wooden cart. Lord Jagannatha is present along with His brother\, Baladeva and sister\, Subhadra. \nAt the end of the procession\, there is a big gathering of devotees with feasting\, stalls and spiritual entertainment. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWho is Lord Jagannatha?\n\n\n\nLord Jagannatha\, known as the Lord of the Universe\, is a wooden form of Krishna\, the Supreme Personality of Godhead. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat will you be singing on the day?\n\n\n\nPrimarily the Hare Krishna Maha-Mantra will be sung: \nHare Krishna Hare Krishna\nKrishna Krishna Hare Hare\nHare Rama Hare Rama\nRama Rama Hare Hare \nThe mantra is most commonly translated as\, “O Lord\, O Energy of the Lord\, please engage me in Your service.” It was popularized in the sixteenth century by Chaitanya Mahaprabhu\, and spread worldwide in the late twentieth century by Srila Prabhupada and his followers in the International Society for Krishna Consciousness. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCan anyone attend?\n\n\n\nYes\, this is free and open to everyone. Tell a friend\, bring your family\, or come on your own. URL:https://www.krishnatemple.com/event/slough-rathayatra/ LOCATION:Upton Court Park\, Upton Court park\, Slough\, SL3 7LU CATEGORIES:Public Festivals ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.krishnatemple.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Watford-Rath-222.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230910 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230911 DTSTAMP:20260404T165258 CREATED:20230106T175218Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230901T085803Z UID:20521-1694304000-1694390399@www.krishnatemple.com SUMMARY:Sri Krishna Janmashtami DESCRIPTION:Thurs 7\, Sat 9\, & Sun 10 September 2023 – 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/sri-krishna-janmashtami-sun/ LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Public Festivals ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.krishnatemple.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/22081921-Sri-Krishna-Janmashtami5-Web-Feature.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Bhaktivedanta Manor":MAILTO:info@krishnatemple.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230909 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230910 DTSTAMP:20260404T165258 CREATED:20230413T135211Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230901T085757Z UID:21604-1694217600-1694303999@www.krishnatemple.com SUMMARY:Sri Krishna Janmashtami DESCRIPTION:Thurs 7\, Sat 9\, & Sun 10 September 2023 – 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/sri-krishna-janmashtami-sat/ LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Public Festivals ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.krishnatemple.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/22081921-Sri-Krishna-Janmashtami5-Web-Feature.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Bhaktivedanta Manor":MAILTO:info@krishnatemple.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230908 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230909 DTSTAMP:20260404T165258 CREATED:20230314T114549Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230906T154528Z UID:21133-1694131200-1694217599@www.krishnatemple.com SUMMARY:Appearance of Srila Prabhupada DESCRIPTION:Friday 8 August 2023\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 – Welcome address by Visakha Dasi\n9:10am – Presentation of Vyasa-puja books to Srila Prabhupada with Gurvastakam prayers\n9.30am Song ‘The Lover of the Lord’ by the Gurukula\n9:40am – Song ‘A Tribute to Srila Prabhupada’ by Madhuri Yamuna Dasi and friends\n9:50am – Offerings by devotees\n12pm – Abhishek of Srila Prabhupada\n1pm – Guru puja and pushpanjali\n2pm – Feast (Served in Sri Krishna Haveli\, Seva Hall) \nHarinam \n4pm – Sacred Street Party in Watford Town Centre (book distribution and harinam sankirtan) \nSrila Prabhupada’s room \n6pm onwards – Offerings by devotees \n  \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/ LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Special Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.krishnatemple.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Festival_Prabhupada_Appearance.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Bhaktivedanta Manor":MAILTO:info@krishnatemple.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230907 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230908 DTSTAMP:20260404T165258 CREATED:20230106T162420Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231102T123008Z UID:20519-1694044800-1694131199@www.krishnatemple.com SUMMARY:Sri Krishna Janmashtami DESCRIPTION:Thurs 7\, Sat 9\, & Sun 10 September 2023 – 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/sri-krishna-janmashtami-thurs/ LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Public Festivals ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.krishnatemple.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/22081921-Sri-Krishna-Janmashtami5-Web-Feature.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Bhaktivedanta Manor":MAILTO:info@krishnatemple.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230831T043000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230831T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T165258 CREATED:20220916T153343Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241101T165737Z UID:19755-1693456200-1693486800@www.krishnatemple.com SUMMARY:Appearance of Lord Balarama DESCRIPTION:Thursday 31 August 2023\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\n4:30am – Mangal Arati\n7am – Deity Greeting (Darshan)\n7:05am – Jhulan Yatra (Final day)\n7:45am – Guru puja\n8:30am – Class by Visakha Dasi\n8:30am – Class for Kids by Urmila Dasi (Bhakti Lounge)\n11am – Harinam & Book distribution in Watford (Meet by Caffè Nero)\n1pm – 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/balarama-2023/ LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Vaishnava Festivals ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.krishnatemple.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Balarama-Web2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Bhaktivedanta Manor":MAILTO:info@krishnatemple.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230827 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230901 DTSTAMP:20260404T165258 CREATED:20230313T174024Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250110T155601Z UID:21114-1693094400-1693526399@www.krishnatemple.com SUMMARY:Jhulan Yatra DESCRIPTION:27 – 31 August 2023\n\nThe five-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 \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-2023/ LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Public Festivals ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.krishnatemple.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Jhulan-yatra.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Bhaktivedanta Manor":MAILTO:info@krishnatemple.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230819T073000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230821T213000 DTSTAMP:20260404T165258 CREATED:20230713T142903Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230816T124003Z UID:22156-1692430200-1692653400@www.krishnatemple.com SUMMARY:Celebrating Sri Sri Radha Gokulananda DESCRIPTION:Saturday 19 August 2023\n4am – Morning Program (Temple Room) \nAppreciating Srila Prabhupada (Sri Krishna Haveli)\n7:45am – Class by Sivarama Swami\n8:45am – Breakfast\n10am – Bhajan & Welcome\n10:30am – Inaugural Talk by Dhananjaya Das\n11:30am – Song by Sakshi Gopal Das\n11:45am – ‘Sankirtan Memories’ Discussion facilitated by Guru Carana Padma Devi Dasi\n12:45pm – ‘Following Srila Prabhupada’ Video\n1:15pm – ‘Installation & Early Days Memories’ Discussion facilitated by Kripamoya Das\n2:15pm – Song by Sakshi Gopal Das\n2:30pm – Lunch Feast \nAppreciating Devotees (Sri Krishna Haveli)\n5:40pm – Bhajan & Welcome\n6:10pm – Performance by Jayadev Das\n6:20pm – ‘Trip Down Memory Lane’ Drama by Bhaktivedanta Junior Players\n7:15pm – Community Appreciation\n7:45pm – Light Dinner Prasadam \nSunday 20 August\n\n4am – Morning Program (Temple Room) \nAppreciating New Gokul Farm & Bhaktivedanta Manor for Children\n10am – Ox Procession (New Gokul Farm)\n10am – ‘Gokulananda – The Joy of Gokul’ with Vrinda Kishori Devi Dasi (Age 5-10 years | Sri Krishna Haveli)\n10am – Class: Serving Srila Prabhupada at Bhaktivedanta Manor (Sri Krishna Haveli)\n12:30pm – Lunch Prasadam \nAppreciating the Holy Name (Sri Krishna Haveli)\n2pm – Kirtan Mela with Sivarama Swami\, Radhanath Swami & many more\n10pm – Finish \nOther\n2pm-5pm – Leave your mark: Place a tile on the 50th Anniversary Mosaic (Boat House)\n2pm-8pm – 50 years of Bhaktivedanta Manor: Part 1 – 50th Anniversary Video (Screenings every hour | Theatre Room) \nMonday 21 August\nAppreciating Their Lordships\n4am – Morning Program with Deity Greeting in Flower Outfit & Srila Prabhupada’s Installation class (Temple Room)\n8:30am – Move to Sri Krishna Haveli\n9am-10am – Abhishek\n[Breakfast from 9:30am-11am]\n12pm – ‘The Next 50 years’ Discussion with Sivarama Swami\, Akhandadhi Das & S.B. Keshava Swami\n1:30pm – Lunch Feast\n2:30pm – Break\n4:45pm – Pushpa Abhishek Darshan (Temple Room | until 6:30pm)\n[Dinner feast from 5pm-7pm]\n[Move to Sri Krishna Haveli]\n7:30pm – Key Address by Visakha Dasi\n7:45pm – ‘Our Only Shelter’ Drama by Pandava Sena\n9:15pm – Final Address by S.B. Keshava Swami\n9:30pm – Finish \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 events URL:https://www.krishnatemple.com/event/radha-gokulananda/ LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Special Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.krishnatemple.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Celebrating-Radha-Gokulananda.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Bhaktivedanta Manor":MAILTO:info@krishnatemple.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230806T170000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230806T190000 DTSTAMP:20260404T165258 CREATED:20230526T122359Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230526T122359Z UID:21855-1691341200-1691348400@www.krishnatemple.com SUMMARY:Sunday Love Feast DESCRIPTION:Every Sunday between 9 July & 13 August 2023 | Sri Krishna Haveli\n\nJoin us every Sunday from 9 July – 13 August at 5pm-7pm in the Sri Krishna Haveli as we start up the new Sunday Love Feast. There will be two hours filled with chanting & dancing\, enlivening wisdom\, culture & entertainment\, and of course the delicious prasadam (feast). \nThis will be a family friendly event\, with something for everyone. A chance for the community to come together\, as well as something interesting and inspiring for the newcomer. \nPlease note that simple maha-prasadam will be available for all visitors\, however the full meal (feast prasadam) will only be for attendees of the full program. \nWe hope this program will become a permanent feature of Bhaktivedanta Manor. Initially we are trialling the event during the Summer\, so keep an eye out for updates beyond this trial period. \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\nWhat time is prasadam served?\n\n\n\nPrasadam will be served at 7pm. Please note that simple maha-prasadam will be available for all visitors\, however the full meal (feast prasadam) will only be for attendees of the full program. \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 Related events\n\n Sunday Love FeastApril 5Sunday Love FeastApril 12Appearance of Sri Gadadhara PanditApril 17 @ 4:30 pm - 9:30 pmSunday Love FeastApril 19Appearance of Sri RamanujacharyaApril 22 @ 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Preview from previous events URL:https://www.krishnatemple.com/event/love-5/ LOCATION:Sri Krishna Haveli\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Special Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.krishnatemple.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Sunday-Love-Feast-Web3.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Bhaktivedanta Manor":MAILTO:info@krishnatemple.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230803T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230803T213000 DTSTAMP:20260404T165258 CREATED:20230620T104710Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230622T153219Z UID:22040-1691089200-1691098200@www.krishnatemple.com SUMMARY:Evening Kirtan with Gaura Vani Das DESCRIPTION:Thursday 3 August 2023\nGaura Vani Das is a kirtan leader born into the Hare Krishna movement who has been practicing devotional art for many years. Leading the project ‘As Kindred Spirits’ and many others\, he has released several albums and performed his devotional songs across the world. Join us for a evening of with Gaura Vani Das and friends\, intertwined with stories\, wisdom\, bhajans and ecstatic kirtan. \nStonebaked Pizza will be available to purchase. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Listen\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\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 Related events\n\n Sunday Love FeastApril 5Sunday Love FeastApril 12Appearance of Sri Gadadhara PanditApril 17 @ 4:30 pm - 9:30 pmSunday Love FeastApril 19Appearance of Sri RamanujacharyaApril 22 @ 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Preview from previous events URL:https://www.krishnatemple.com/event/gaura-vani/ LOCATION:Sri Krishna Haveli\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Special Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.krishnatemple.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Gaura-Vani-Web2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Bhaktivedanta Manor":MAILTO:info@krishnatemple.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230730T170000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230730T190000 DTSTAMP:20260404T165258 CREATED:20230526T122223Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230526T122321Z UID:21853-1690736400-1690743600@www.krishnatemple.com SUMMARY:Sunday Love Feast DESCRIPTION:Every Sunday between 9 July & 13 August 2023 | Sri Krishna Haveli\n\nJoin us every Sunday from 9 July – 13 August at 5pm-7pm in the Sri Krishna Haveli as we start up the new Sunday Love Feast. There will be two hours filled with chanting & dancing\, enlivening wisdom\, culture & entertainment\, and of course the delicious prasadam (feast). \nThis will be a family friendly event\, with something for everyone. A chance for the community to come together\, as well as something interesting and inspiring for the newcomer. \nPlease note that simple maha-prasadam will be available for all visitors\, however the full meal (feast prasadam) will only be for attendees of the full program. \nWe hope this program will become a permanent feature of Bhaktivedanta Manor. Initially we are trialling the event during the Summer\, so keep an eye out for updates beyond this trial period. \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\nWhat time is prasadam served?\n\n\n\nPrasadam will be served at 7pm. Please note that simple maha-prasadam will be available for all visitors\, however the full meal (feast prasadam) will only be for attendees of the full program. \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 Related events\n\n Sunday Love FeastApril 5Sunday Love FeastApril 12Appearance of Sri Gadadhara PanditApril 17 @ 4:30 pm - 9:30 pmSunday Love FeastApril 19Appearance of Sri RamanujacharyaApril 22 @ 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Preview from previous events URL:https://www.krishnatemple.com/event/love-4/ LOCATION:Sri Krishna Haveli\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Special Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.krishnatemple.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Sunday-Love-Feast-Web3.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Bhaktivedanta Manor":MAILTO:info@krishnatemple.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230730T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230730T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T165258 CREATED:20220703T060620Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240213T185220Z UID:19052-1690718400-1690736400@www.krishnatemple.com SUMMARY:London Rathayatra DESCRIPTION:Sunday 30 July 2023 – Hyde Park Corner\n\n“Ratha-yatra” means “chariot festival”. This celebration has been held every year for hundreds of years at Jagannatha Puri\, in Orissa on India’s east coast. There\, three huge chariots\, carrying the Deity forms of Jagannatha\, Baladeva and Subhadra\, are pulled by hand through the city streets amid loud musical performances. Millions of pilgrims come to the festival in Orissa. Jagannatha is a special and very merciful form of Krishna. \nRatha-yatra is the biggest street festival sponsored by ISKCON – and ends with a delicious\, sanctified vegetarian feast. It is celebrated by devotees of Lord Krishna all over the world and was introduced to the West by His Divine Grace A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada in 1967 in San Franscisco. The Ratha-yatra festivals are held at several different places across the country\, the biggest in London. \nThe London procession starts from Hyde Park Corner\, goes through Park Lane\, Piccadilly and Haymarket and finally arrives at Trafalgar Square\, where festivities continue till night. Drama\, dance\, philosophy and a feast are the highlights. \nLondon Rathayatra will take place on Sunday 30 July 2023 (www.rathayatra.co.uk) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Schedule\n\n12pm – Ratha-yatra parade starts from Hyde Park Corner heading for Trafalgar Square \n2-5pm – Trafalgar Square – Kirtan\, Dance\, Prasad \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\nHow do I get there?\n\n\n\nComing by Train & Tube\nFrom any of the main London railway stations come on the Piccadilly Line and get off at Hyde Park Corner. When you come out of the tube station head for the south-east corner of the Park. The Rathayatra assembles near there so look out for the tall brightly coloured canopies of the Rath Carts. \nNational Rail Enquiries for rail information. \nComing by Road\nParking on Sunday is OK on single yellow lines in Westminster or you can stay safe with the NCP car parks. There is one just north of Trafalgar Square. Please remember there is no parking at the assembly point in Hyde Park nor any at Trafalgar Square. \nThe AA main routes and parking information. The procession assembles just inside Hyde Park -500 yards west of Hyde Park Corner. You will clearly spot the three colourful carts as you approach. There are three or four kirtan (singing and instrument) sections\, each with dancers. You can pull the ropes on the cart (which bestows liberation) but please follow the instructions of stewards and staff. The cart leaves Hyde Park promptly at mid-day and arrives at Trafalgar Square around 2.30pm. This can feel like a long journey on a hot day and a OAP van is provided at the rear of the procession for the infirm. Bring a bottle of water to refresh yourself along the way. \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/rathayatra-23/ LOCATION:Hyde park Corner\, Hyde park Corner\, London\, W2 2UH\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Public Festivals ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.krishnatemple.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/rathayatrathree-carts-north-terrace-1024x684-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230728T170000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230728T210000 DTSTAMP:20260404T165258 CREATED:20230720T174940Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230720T174940Z UID:22192-1690563600-1690578000@www.krishnatemple.com SUMMARY:Sadhu Sanga with Vraja Bihari Das DESCRIPTION:Friday 28 July 2023\nVraja Bihari Das is a monk\, author and spiritual teacher at Shri Shri Radha Gopinath Mandir\, ISKCON Chowpatty\, for the last two decades. He has a Majors degree in Economics and a Masters in Monetary Policy and International Finance. He shares his daily reflections\, meditations\, and discourses on his website www.yogaformodernage.com. With over 1000+ articles on his website and hundreds of talks on his YouTube channel\, he continues to help and guide people through his social media. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSchedule \nSri Krishna Haveli\, Bhaktivedanta Manor\n5:00 pm – Prasadam \n6:30 pm – Kirtan and talk by Vraja Bihari Das URL:https://www.krishnatemple.com/event/sadhu-sanga-with-vraja-bihari-das-2/ LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Special Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.krishnatemple.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Sadhu-Sanga-Vraja-Bihari-Das-Web.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Bhaktivedanta Manor":MAILTO:info@krishnatemple.com END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR