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SUMMARY:Month of Purushottama
DESCRIPTION:17 May to 14 June 2026\nOur modern calendar consists of twelve months of unequal length\, ranging from 28 to 31 days.  The Vedic calendar also utilises 12 months\, but these are generally 28 days long.  Therefore over time\, a discrepancy arises as the months move out of alignment with the solar year.  In the same way that leap years are regularly added to our standard calendar and even leap seconds (which most people are unaware of)\, the Vedic calendar includes an additional month every 2-3 years. This extra month is called Adhika Masa or Purusottama Masa. There is spiritual significance to its existence alongside its usefulness in keeping alignment. Similar to Kartik (Damodara) month\, spiritual performances in this month manifest special potency.  Special vows\, fasting and acts of devotion bring extra merit and purification. \nIt is therefore a wonderful opportunity for the bhaktas – the devotees of Lord Krishna.  Here at Bhaktivedanta Manor\, we invite you to participate in an entire month of special programmes.  Come and discover the special story behind the extra month and enjoy traditional bhajans. \nDaily Schedule | Temple Room (from 17 May to 14 June 2026)\n4:20pm – Arati\n4:30pm – Offering of Candles (until 6:15pm)\, Singing of Chaurastakam and recitation of Chapter 15 of Bhagavad Gita\n6:15pm – Reading of Bhagavad-gita\, Chapter 15 (Purusottama Yoga – The Yoga of the Supreme Person)\n7pm – Gaura Arati \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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Glories of the Purushottama Month\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\n\n\n	Chaurastakam\n\nThe ‘Chaurastakam’ is a series 8 verses written by Bilvamangala Thakura. It is recommended to sing this bhajan daily during the Month of Purushottama. Read the words and listen below. \n\nRead the Verses\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\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Bhagavad-gita Chapter 15 – Purushottama Yoga\n\nIn the introduction to the Bhagavad-gita\, Srila Prabhupada explains “In the Fifteenth Chapter it shall be seen that the Supreme Personality of Godhead\, Purushottama\, is above both impersonal Brahman and the partial realisation of Paramatma.” – so in this month of Purushottama\, we will be doing daily readings of the fifteenth chapter. \n\nRead Chapter 15\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
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LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Manor. Mantra. Music
DESCRIPTION:Harmonies of Devotion\nKirtan is a mix of music\, mantra\, meditation and dance that reawakens your spirituality and nourishes your mind\, body and soul! \nHosted at the Bhaktivedanta Manor\, a picturesque Victorian estate surrounded by lush gardens\, generously donated by George Harrison of The Beatles. \nYou will learn things that will help you in your spiritual quest in life through song\, dance\, music\, meditation\, mantras and food! \nSounds like a great deal? There’s more… \nIt’s FREE \nSo come along and be inspired. \nLocation: Sri Krishna Haveli\, Bhaktivedanta Manor\nTime: 7pm – 8:30pm \nPrasadam served after the program for attendees (from 8:30pm) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister to attend (FREE)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	About\n\n\n\nWhat to Expect: \nNo experience necessary\, Kirtan is for everyone\, all you need is an open heart and mind. Expect a serene\, spiritually enlivening evening of call and response chants with our incredible band. At the end\, we love to mingle over prasadam. If you have any questions get in touch\, otherwise we cannot wait to spend the evening with you! \nHow much does it cost? \nThe event is free\, but you can make a donation on the day or at time of registration \nWe are excited to have you join us on this spiritual and wisdom journey at Bhaktivedanta Manor. For more information\, please email us on info@schoolofbhakti.com \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
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LOCATION:Sri Krishna Haveli\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Manor. Mantra. Music
DESCRIPTION:Harmonies of Devotion\nKirtan is a mix of music\, mantra\, meditation and dance that reawakens your spirituality and nourishes your mind\, body and soul! \nHosted at the Bhaktivedanta Manor\, a picturesque Victorian estate surrounded by lush gardens\, generously donated by George Harrison of The Beatles. \nYou will learn things that will help you in your spiritual quest in life through song\, dance\, music\, meditation\, mantras and food! \nSounds like a great deal? There’s more… \nIt’s FREE \nSo come along and be inspired. \nLocation: Sri Krishna Haveli\, Bhaktivedanta Manor\nTime: 7pm – 8:30pm \nPrasadam served after the program for attendees (from 8:30pm) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister to attend (FREE)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	About\n\n\n\nWhat to Expect: \nNo experience necessary\, Kirtan is for everyone\, all you need is an open heart and mind. Expect a serene\, spiritually enlivening evening of call and response chants with our incredible band. At the end\, we love to mingle over prasadam. If you have any questions get in touch\, otherwise we cannot wait to spend the evening with you! \nHow much does it cost? \nThe event is free\, but you can make a donation on the day or at time of registration \nWe are excited to have you join us on this spiritual and wisdom journey at Bhaktivedanta Manor. For more information\, please email us on info@schoolofbhakti.com \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
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SUMMARY:Pandava Nirjala Ekadasi
DESCRIPTION:Thurs 25 Jun 2026 | Schedule\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSchedule\nMorning Program (Temple Room)\n4:30am – Mangal Arati\n7:00am – Darshan & Guru Puja\n7:30am – Class \nEvening Program (Temple Room)\n5pm – Kirtan & Glories of Ekadasi\n7pm –  Gaura / Sandhya Arati\n7:30pm – Kirtan\n9pm – Shayan Arati\n9:30pm – Finish \nAbout Ekadasi \nEkadasi is one of the regular celebrations in the Vaishnava calendar. It is observed eleven days after the full moon and eleven days after the new moon of every month. Ekadasi is known as the day of Lord Hari and is said to be the mother of devotion. Keeping the fast on Ekadasi is one of the sixty-four items of devotional service listed in Srila Rupa Gosvami’s Bhakti-rasamrta-sindhu. In fact\, it is one of the first ten. \nThe Nectar of Devotion\, Srila Prabhupada’s summary study of Bhakti-rasamrta-sindhu\, states\, “In the Brahma-vaivarta Purana it is said that one who observes fasting on Ekadasi day is freed from all kinds of reactions to sinful activities and advances in pious life. The basic principle is not just to fast\, but to increase one’s faith and love for Govinda\, or Krsna. The real reason for observing fasting on Ekadasi is to minimize the demands of the body and to engage our time in the service of the Lord by chanting or performing similar service. The best thing to do on fasting days is to remember the pastimes of Govinda and to hear His holy name constantly.” \nPandava Nirjala Ekadasi \n“Pandava” refers to the Pandavas\, the sons of Emperor Pandu. One such son was Arjuna\, to whom Krishna spoke the Bhagavad-gita. Another son of Pandu was Bhima\, a most powerful warrior and a most voracious eater. He was not one who welcomed fasting\, and admitted to not being able to follow Ekadasi. However\, he was told that if he observed complete fasting on one particular Ekadasi day annually\, he would get all the spiritual benefits of having followed every Ekadasi fast of the year. He and his brothers thus all agreed to fast on that day (Pandava Nirjala Ekadasi). \n“Nirjala” means “no water.” Strict followers of Pandava Nirjala Ekadasi observe a total fast today\, even from water. \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
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LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Ekadasi
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SUMMARY:Maha Morning Programme
DESCRIPTION:4:30am – 7:00am | Temple Room\, Manor Building\n\nMangal Arati\, Tulsi Puja\, Japa & Deity Greeting \n7:10am – 9:00am | Kirtan Hall\, Sri Krishna Haveli\n\nGuru Puja & Class by Madana-Gopala Das \nTopic: ‘Six Loving Exchanges: Inquiring Confidentially’ \nKids Activities: from 8am in Bala Govinda Room \nBreakfast: 9am in Seva Hall C \n\n\n\n You Are Warmly Invited to the Maha Morning Programme Event  \nDaily Morning Programme\nThe morning programme is the heart of spiritual life in all ISKCON temples worldwide. It is a sacred time to chant\, hear\, and serve in the early hours—nourishing the soul and deepening our connection with Lord Krishna. \nWhat is the Maha Morning Programme Event?\nThis special gathering is designed to inspire and encourage those who may not attend regularly to come and experience the full beauty and potency of the morning programme. Join us for a spiritually enriching experience filled with: \n– Divine Darshan of Their Lordhsips\n– Soulful kirtan and japa meditation\n– Joyous Dancing\n– Uplifting class\n– Blissful devotee association\n– Delicious prasadam \nCome\, Relish\, and Reconnect\nWhether you’re a regular or haven’t been in a while\, this is your invitation to return to the temple and receive the full blessings of the morning programme. \nLet us rise early\, chant together\, and glorify the Lord!\nStart your day inspired by joining us for a morning of divine connection\, sacred chanting\, ecstatic dancing\, and joyful devotee association. \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\nWhat time is prasadam served?\n\n\n\nBreakfast: Prasadam will be served at 9am \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\nCan children come?\n\n\n\nYes the programme is open to devotees of all ages. During the Chaitanya Charitamrita class we will have a separate class for children. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Preview from previous events
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LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom
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