JAI MA!

Navaratri is a 8-night festival celebrating Goddess Durga’s victories over the demons that represent the negative qualities that keep us from realising our true, eternal self. The Divine Mother, in the form of Durga Maa, is the Remover of Miseries. She appears in 9 different forms, each an embodiment of the qualities that one needs to advance on the spiritual path.

Did you know?

The spring and fall are seasons of transition; they are ideal times to restore balance, both physically and spiritually. Ancient yogis chose this time to focus on their sadhana and to fast in order to cleanse the physical body in preparation for the food changes of the new season. Navaratri is a time when we do both in the company of sangha, our spiritual community. Fall Navaratri is connected to Devi, the feminine aspect of the Divine. This festival concludes with Dussehra, the victory day when Durga Maa’s triumph over the demon Mahishasura is celebrated.

ENJOY THE EXPERIENCE

Each night we worship a different aspect of the Divine Mother with special prayers, pujas, and bhajans. After a nightly yajna (holy fire ceremony), an abhishekam will be performed and an abundance of prasad will be offered to Her Feet. The story of Devi’s victories over numerous demons, the triumph of good over evil and the elevation of Divine Love over the ego will be read each evening from the Devi Mahatmyam. We end the night with arati and often a late night dance party.

We are happy to offer several different ways to take part in our celebrations. Choose the one that works best for you.

SPN OVERNIGHT STAY PACKAGE: €290-350

• 11-15 October: 4-Night-Stay in a shared room 2, 3, or 4 beds (children: 7-15 years € 72,50 – 87,50)
• Check-in 11 October 12:00, check out 15 October 17:00
• Meal Package: Lunch on arrival day, three meals daily, breakfast on departure day
• 4 Navaratri Nights & Dussehra with Paramahamsa Vishwananda:
      Day 5 (11.10) Katyayani (peacock-green)
      Day 6 (12.10) Kalaratri (dark-colours)
      Day 7 (13.10) Maha Gauri (pastel, light colours)
      Day 8 (14.10) Siddidhatri (red)
      15.10 Dussehra (Please be aware Dussehra celebrations will end late afternoon/early evening)
• 3 Knowledge lectures
• 1 Painting Meditation Course
• Daily Yajnas with BM Swamis

You can stay longer upon request: registration@bhaktimarga.org

• €45-€60 per night, per person
• Saturday, 16 October

SPN EVENT ONLY PACKAGE: €110

• 7-10 October (children: 7-15 years € 27,50)
• Meal Package: Monday dinner, Tuesday lunch and dinner, Wednesday lunch and dinner, Thursday lunch and dinner, will be possible to book additional for people staying outside of the ashram for an extra 72€
• 4 Navaratri Nights & Dussehra with Paramahamsa Vishwananda:
     Day 5 (11.10) Katyayani (peacock-green)
     Day 6 (12.10) Kalaratri (dark-colours)
     Day 7 (13.10) Maha Gauri (pastel, light colours)
     Day 8 (14.10) Siddidhatri (red)
     15.10 Dussehra (Please be aware Dussehra celebrations will end late afternoon/early evening)
• 3 Knowledge lectures
• 1 Painting Meditation Course
• Daily Yajnas with BM Swamis

LIVESTREAM

The entire event will be broadcast LIVE for you to enjoy from the comfort of your own home.

GIVE FROM YOUR HEART

Your donation helps to support the entire event. Everyone who makes a contribution benefits from the prayers that are done, even if you are unable to attend!

Thank you so much for your generous support!