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The Mahasamadhi of Paramhansa Yogananda on 7 March, that of Swami Sri Yukteswar on 9 March. This weekend is the annual gathering of Ananda Sangha worldwide. It includes practical presentations on a variety of spiritual topics, and an opportunity for Ananda Sangha teachers, meditation group leaders, Ananda members, and friends to come together and help one another spiritually. It is for all those who feel inspired by Ananda Sangha and Paramhansa Yogananda, and who wish to use this inspiration to improve themselves and touch others.
Both the Kriya Yoga Retreat and the Mahasamadhi Retreat will include experiential workshops. Led by Ananda teachers from India, Europe, and America, these workshops will give us the spiritual tools we need and can practice at home to permanently change our lives. Another important element will be group practice of sadhana, including kirtan, meditation, Yogananda's Energisation Exercises and asanas. Personal instruction in spiritual techniques at various levels will be available from Ananda teachers. Both retreats will be held at DLF Phase I Community Centre, Block F-6, near Arjun Marg & Bodhi Marg, Gurgaon.
All spiritual activities are free of charge to Indian residents. Donations gratefully accepted, especially to cover food costs for the retreats.
Pre-registration is important to estimate the number of meals. Pre-register by phone: 98990 14209 or (0124) 405-9550, or e-mail, indicating the meals you expect to attend: ananda@anandaindia.org . You may use this convenient form.
Accommodations for sleeping at local guesthouses are also available for those coming from a distance. Limited dormitory space can be arranged at Ananda Sangha for a fee. Contact us for details.
MAHASAMADHI RETREAT TENTATIVE SCHEDULE
(All events are at the Community Centre unless otherwise indicated)
FRIDAY, 7 MARCH
Paramhansa Yogananda's Mahasamadhi
| 4:00–5:00 pm |
Registration, tea, boutique |
| 5:00–6:30 |
Chanting & meditation |
| 6:30–7:45 |
Celebration of Paramhansa Yogananda's Mahasamadhi, including discourse, devotional ceremony, & flower ceremony |
| 7:45 |
Dinner |
SATURDAY, 8 MARCH
| 6:30–7:15 am |
Ananda Yoga gentle asanas |
| 7:15–9:00 |
Energisation Exercises, chanting, & meditation |
| 9:00 |
Breakfast (Sangha House) |
| 11:00–11:30 |
Devotional chanting |
| 11:30–1:00 pm |
Class with Ananda acharyas (three panel speakers)
THEME: "A New Dispensation"
"A Pattern for Living in Dwapara Yuga (Communities"
"Kriya Yoga Uniting East & West"
"Practicality: Integrating Spirituality into Daily Life"
Choir introduction |
| 1:15 |
Lunch |
| 2:30–4:00 |
Simultaneous workshops (choose one):
"Material Success Through Yoga Principles" (Sangha House)
"Yogananda's Healing Techniques" (Shanti House)
"Spiritual Astrology" (Community Centre)
"Spirituality in the Arts: (Outside Community Centre)
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| 4:30–5:45 |
Sadhana:
For those who are new:
Energisation Exercises, chanting, & "How to Meditate" class
(Shanti House)
For all others:
Energisation, chanting, meditation
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| 5:45 |
Tea & snacks |
| 6:30–7:45 |
Evening programme: concert & slides of Master's disciples |
SUNDAY, 9 MARCH
Swami Sri Yukteswar's Mahasamadhi
| 6:30–7:30 am |
Energisation, Ananda Yoga gentle asanas |
| 7:30–9:00 |
Chanting, & meditation |
| 9:00 |
Breakfast (Sangha House) |
| 11:00 |
Devotional chanting |
| 11:30–1:00 pm |
Mahasamadhi celebration & Festival of Light,
including a special greeting and discourse videotaped by Swami Kriyananda for this retreat |
| 1:15 |
Lunch |
| 2:30–4:00 |
Presentation: "A Kriya Yoga Community in India (Pune)" |
| 4:00 |
Retreat conclusion: tea with all Ananda acharyas |
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