An offering by S.B. Keshava Swami, on the occasion of the appearance day of the founder of the International Society for Krishna consciousness, Srila Prabhupada.
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Tapping into Transcendence
For a person desiring to deepen their personal bhajan, Vrindavan is the place to go. A simple environment combined with the association of saintly people from all varieties of spiritual sects provides a rare opportunity to experience spiritual life from all angles of vision.
Beyond Ordinary
What happens when introverts or extroverts become devotees? Do they need to change their nature to make tangible spiritual advancement?
Eat, Pray, Love: The Importance of Ekadasi
Ekadasi plays a vital role in every devotee’s life. It is observed eleven days after the full moon and eleven days after the new moon of every month. On that day, devotees eat simply, avoiding grains, beans and pulses, and use their time to serve Lord Krishna, chant more japa than usual, and read more devotional literature. They spend more time associating with other devotees at the temple.
Morning Prayers
Spare a day in a week, find a free couple of days in a month, or commit yourself for one week in a year when you can come to the morning program at the temple and experience true spiritual happiness in the association of devotees and in the presence of the most beautiful Sri Sri Radha Gokulananda.
Is there really only ‘One Sun’? by Radha Mohan das
Statements by His Divine Grace A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupāda such as “within this universe there is only one sun” is, of course, challenging for the scientifically-minded.
The Monks of the Manor
Although the Manor is very famous for the festivals, not all are aware that many sadhus (holy people) reside in the temple. It is the association with saintly devotees that makes the holy place special, and pilgrimage to the temple complete.
Tune In, Go Deep
Bhaktivedanta Manor is truly a sacred place, non-different from Vrindavan. Everything we require to make spiritual perfection is there. If we tune in deeply into spiritual practice, we will experience much more than the eye can perceive.
Be a Monk Challenge
Bhakta Vinay shares his memorable experience of the Be a Monk experience at Bhaktivedanta Manor "[It] offered me a rare opportunity to cut myself off from the distractions of everyday life and focus internally through a holistic 7-day experience..."
Thoughts from a Coronation
Reflections and thoughts from the Temple President after attending the Coronation of King Charles III
Nrsimha Caturdasi: The Right Way to get Angry
Did you know there is a right way to get angry? Most people don't know that spiritual art. Read more to discover the five signs of spiritual anger.
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Sri Vyasa-Puja – Offerings 2024
Offerings for Srila Prabhupada's Vyasa-Puja 2024
Janmashtami Feedback Survey
Following the recent Janmashtami Festival at Bhaktivedanta Manor, we want to hear from you about your experience. Our goal is to serve and ensure we can continue to improve the experience for everyone at future festivals.
Glorifying Srila Bhaktisiddhanta Sarasvati Prabhupad
Devotees from ISKCON Bhaktivedanta Manor participated in a special event in observance of the 150th anniversary of the birth of...
Women’s Be a Monk Challenge
“We have reached the end of our Women’s Be a Monk marathon, and what a success it was! The amount of incredible feedback we have received has been heartwarming. The interest in these courses has since increased with floods of applications coming in...
Ox-parade and Harvest Celebration
A herd of ox-carts ceremoniously lead a procession from main Bhaktivedanta Manor building to Holland Farm.
Rev’d Canon Will Gibbs from St Albans Cathedral
Bhaktivedanta Manor had the pleasure of hosting Rev'd Canon Will Gibbs, Executive Residentiary Canon of the historical St Albans Cathedral.
Notice: Bhaktivedanta Manor closed for visitors on Sat 24 Aug 2024
To ensure everyone’s safety as final preparations take place for the upcoming Sri Krishna Janmashtami festival (Sun 25 & Mon 26 Aug 2024), the site will be temporarily closed on Saturday 24 August 2024 from 10am onwards.
Poems on the Path
Two years ago, ashram resident Bhakta David rekindled an interest he had in writing poetry. After his spiritual master told...
Bournemouth Kirtan Festival
Devotees and well-wishers based in the Bournemouth area held an unique event in the area. Godruma das of Bhaktivedanta Manor was invited to host the occasion, which had over 100 participants.
Pujari sanga gathering
Recently the deity department hosted a heartfelt gathering, Pujari Sanga, bringing together over 90 devotees who serve deities in various capacities
Summer National Book Marathon
The annual Summer Book Marathon was from 5th of July - 19th July this year. During that fortnight, no less than 7093 of Srila Prabhupada’s books of all types were distributed.
Family Wellbeing Open Day
On Saturday 20th July Bhaktivedanta Manor put on a Family Wellbeing Day, when special features designed for guests’ mind, body and spiritual needs were on offer.