Dear Friends,
Hope this meets you all well.
We have been observing the glorious month of Kartika, the most auspicious of all months with great care and devotion at the ISKCON of Silicon Valley (ISV) the last several days. Today marks the beginning of Bhisma Panchaka, the last five days of Kartika. Grandfather Bhisma fasted for these five days, preparing to give up his life. In the Hari BhaktiVilasa, it is said that if one is capable, one should observe fasting from certain foodstuffs on the Bhishma-panchaka for the pleasure of the Lord. This is optional. "The fast should begin by remembering Bhismadeva on the Ekadasi day and should end on Purnima [the full moon]. The Padma Purana say that one pleases the Lord and makes spiritual advancement by such austerities.
Please take advantage of these auspicious days of the Bhisma Panchaka and make great spiritual advancement by joining us for the classes and events at ISV this week! We are organizing a special Harinaam Sankirtan and a Kirtan night this week for the benefit of all. We request you to join us for these wonderful activities and make your life all auspicious.
CLASSES AT ISV THIS WEEK
Wednesday, November 13 2013
HUMILITY - THE FOUNDATION OF BHAKTI
SPECIAL EKADASI DAMODAR ARATI
When we see a high raised building in downtown, we think and appreciate its magnificence but have we ever pondered on what make its stand strong? There is hardly anyone who would acknowledge the foundation of the building that makes it stand strong and sturdy. Let's discuss what makes the foundation of our spiritual lives. Join us for a wonderful session on humility in spiritual life. Also, today is the auspicious day of Ekadasi in the month of Kartika. We will be performing a special Damodar Arati along with the singing of Damodarastakam.
Speaker: H.G. Govinda Caran Das
Venue: ISKCON of Silicon Valley
1965 Latham Street Mountain View CA 94040
Time: 6.00 – 8.00pm
Discourse will be followed by Sandhya Arati, Damodarastakam and Prasadam
Friday, November 15 2013
SPECIAL HARINAAM SANKIRTAN FOR KARTIKA AND DAMODARASTAKAM
When: Friday, November 15th @ 6.59pm (Please come as early as possible)
Where: Palo Alto, University Avenue
(The cross street will be either Emerson or Bryant, depending on the best facility available. So if you don't see devotees at University and Emerson, go east toward Bryant and look there!)
In one of the purports in Bhagavad Gita, Srila Prabhupada says, "As stated in the Srimad-Bhagavatam, the incarnation in the Age of Kali is Lord Caitanya Mahaprabhu, who spread the worship of Krsna by the Sankirtana movement (congregational chanting of the holy names) and spread Krsna consciousness throughout India. He predicted that this culture of Sankirtana would be broadcast all over the world, from town to town and village to village. Lord Caitanya as the incarnation of Krsna, the Personality of Godhead, is described secretly but not directly in the confidential parts of the revealed scriptures, such as the Upanisads, Mahabharata, Bhagavatam, etc. The devotees of Lord Krsna are much attracted by the Sankirtana movement of Lord Caitanya. This avatara of the Lord does not kill the miscreants, but delivers them by His causeless mercy." (BG 4.8 Purport)
Saturday, November 16 2013
THE GLORIES OF BHISMADEVA
On the auspicious occasion of Bhisma Panchaka, join us to hear the wonderful glories of Bhismadeva.
Speaker: H.G Akruranath Das
Venue: ISKCON of Silicon Valley
1965 Latham Street Mountain View CA 94040
7.30 – 10.00am: Brahma Samhita Recitation & Discourse on Srimad Bhagavatam
10.00 am: Guru Puja followed by Prasadam
Sunday, November 17 2013
SUNDAY LOVE FEAST
SPECIAL DISCOURSE AND KIRTAN NIGHT ON THE LAST DAY OF KARTIKA
Speaker: H.G. Sura Das
4.30 – 6.00 pm: Discourse on "Bhagavad Gita"
6.00 pm: Sandhya Arati, Damodar Arati and Special Kirtans by Temple Bhajan Band followed by Prasadam.
First held in 1966 at the request of Srila Prabhupada (the founder of the Hare Krishna movement), the Sunday Love Feast has evolved as an integrated celebration of Lord Krishna's pastimes: chanting, hearing spiritual knowledge, dancing, eating and generally sharing the bliss of Lord Krsna's presence. Since then, this weekly Sunday Love Feast festival is celebrated in all Hare Krishna temples around the world. We extend a warm and hearty welcome to you, your friends and family. Please join us at ISV for this wonderful event every Sunday.
Furthermore, to offer sumptuous prasadam to the devotees is an auspicious activity. If you would like to sponsor a Sunday Feast, to commemorate a special occasion (like birthday or wedding anniversary) or just in general, please write to us at isvconnect@gmail.com. We will offer the bhoga to the Deities and serve prasadam to all the devotees in your name. Donation amount for the Sunday Feast is $301 only.
In case you are unable to make it, you can also join us through audio conference or watch live broadcast. The details are available at www.IskconSiliconValley.com
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