Sivananda Ashram , Ahmedabad

News & Activity report for the month of March 2016

Birth Centenary Celebration of Guru Bhagawan Sri Swami Chidanandaji Maharaj Continues ......... Srimad Bhagawat Katha by H. H. Sri Swami Adhyatmanandaji Maharaj on Vyasa Asan( Feb 29, 2016 - March 6, 2016).    

Jnan Yajana for seven days during Srimad Bhagawat Katha at the Ashram with daily discourses (from 3.30 pm to 7.00pm) impregnated with wisdom of  Karma Bhakti & Jnana by Pujya Swamiji Maharaj - indeed was a spiritual feast for the Devotees at the ashram. It started on February 29, 2016 and concluded on March 6, 2016. Pujya Swamiji narrating glories of Lord's Vishnu, Lord Rama Avatara, Sri Krishna Janmotasav, Sudama Akhyan, the Bhagawat dharma, Sri Lallaji's Sringar darshan, daily Kirtan, Lord Krishna's departure, Uddhav Gita and more......... all were wonderful. We bring you a video clips of Sri Lalaji's Sringar darshan.

Holy Shivaratri Celebration ( March 7, 2016) : Vedik Hymns and chants of "Om Namah Shivaya" filled the air with Divine vibrations as they celebrated Sacred Maha Shivratri on March 7, 2016. Holy Shri Vishwanath Temple was agog with worship of Lord Shiva. Pujya Swami Adhyatmanandaji Maharaj offered a first pooja & Abhishek at 3.45 am for the peace of Word.  It started with Shodshopachar Pujan at 3.45 am and continued until the next day 4.00 am. Continuous flow of devotees came to the Lord Vishvanath Temple to pray and seek the blessings of Lord Shiva – who is considered Ashutosh. The Siva Lingam was worshipped by washing it with milk, curd, honey and rose water as the chants of Vedic Hymns, Namakam, Chamakam, Rudram, AshtadhyaayiRudra, Purushasuktam in praise of  Lord Shiva. Shiva Lingam was adorned with special Shringar, Bilva leaves. Bilva leaves are believed to be very sacred and  considered the best offering to Lord Shiva.

Pujya Swamiji Maharaj performed Maha Aarati. There is a strong belief that sincere worship of Lord Shiva on the auspicious day of Shivaratri, absolves person of sins and liberates him from the cycle of birth and death. Bhakti Sangeet (Devotional Songs) in praise of the Lord through out the night by outstanding singers namely Dr.Vasavda gruop, Smt. Dr. Monica Shah of Aradhana School, Pandit Sri Nirajchandra Parikh, Artists from Bharuch brought a special fervor to already charged atmosphere. Next day morning on March 8, 2016 a grand mahaprasad was served to the thousands of devotees at the ashram.

Satsang Programs & Tours of H. H. Sri Swami Adhyatmanandaji Maharaj during the Month of March 2016

• Philosophers Meet at Guajarat University:  Philosophy Department of Gujarat University organized two days (March 5 & 6, 2016) meet of philosophers of Gujarat which was attended by large crowd of philosophy lovers. Sri Swamiji Maharaj was invited to speak on " Patanjali Yoga darshan". HE wrapped up the essence of Patanjali Philosophy very simple way, this rather difficult Text of philosophy to the understanding of even the beginners. There are so many commentaries on this text by many learned scholars, Spiritual Masters and Philosophy Teachers. Swamiji laid emphasis on regular practice of the knowledge learned from this text rather then just reading, discussing and intellectually understanding the subject.

• On March 7, 2016 Revered Swamiji graced and blessed grand Laghu Rudra and Blood donation camp organized by Sri Eklingji Mewada Brahman Samaj at open air theatre of Kankaria Lake.
   

• Delhi (March 10, 2016 - March 14, 2016) :  "Art of Living" organized the World Culture Festival to celebrate 35 years of "The Art of Living", founded by   Padma ViBhushan H. H. Sri Ravishankarji, from March 11-13 in Delhi, India. Revered Swamiji was invited as a special guest on this occasion.
   155 countries, over 3.5 million attendees, 1 family, three days of celebrating diversity, plurality and acceptance. Over 37,000 artists from around the world performed on the 7-acre stage, exhibiting their talent to echo the message of unity in diversity. The World Culture Festival demonstrated the power of unity and peace, celebrating the spirit of humanity like never before - through art, music and dance.

• Gandhi Nagar (March 18, 2016): Amedabad chapter of Indian Red Cross organized felicitation function for new centurion donors and extra ordinary volunteering blood collection organization at Raj Bhawan, Gandhinagar. H. E. Governor of Gujarat, Mr. Om Prakash Kohliji presided over the function. In his speech, he recognized and praised Sri Swamiji for his blood donation for 117 times, who has inspired countless people to donate the blood as well as organized blood donation drives all over India & abroad. He added that I asked Swamiji, the secret of His ever bright and vibrant face ? And Swamiji said, who gives it is the one who receives it, I am the instrument only. HE says, "Donate generously, fearlessly and serve the Mankind, be an instrument in HIS service and that is living Divine Life ".

• Mahudha (March 21, 2016 ) : About this time of a year, around Purnima day people in Lakhs go to pilgrimage to Lord Sri Krishna’s famous temple at Dakore by Pad-Yatra (walking). A group of ashram’s devotees organized free food drive and serve people on the road side. This selfless service has been a routine every year for the last fifteen years. Sri Swamiji, himself also has been a part of the serving team and inspired others to join in.

• Vemar (March 21, 2016 - March 23, 2016): Anoopam Mission at Vemar(near Baroda) celebrated Most worshipful and Revered Sri Sahebdada's 75 ^th birthday in great devotion and enthusiasm. A group of devotees from the Ashram with Revered Sri Swami Maharaj attended the function.

• Ahmedabad (March 26, 2016): Inauguration function of Late Smt. Kanchangauri Jamnadas Shah Health Centre was organized by Health & Care organization.   Pujya Swamiji was invited to preside over the function. It was attended by doctors & other dignitaries.

• On March 27, 2016 Musical therapy Clinic & Research Centre Euphonious healing was inaugurated by Reveded Sri Swamiji Maharaj by lighting the lamp at Ahmedabad Management Association. Dr. Kedar, Dr. Parth and Dhvanitana were the pioneer of the institute. Sri Dr. Sudhir Shah, a dean of Ayurvedic University (Jamnagar) and Mrs. Ravi Jayanti, Secretary of Rural Development of Government of Gujarat graced the occasion.

Om Shanti!