At the temple there is a sense of urgency, the eagerness to make spiritual progress now – in this life – and not later, on another day or in some future birth.
Celebrating Diwali across central London
Devotees have been on the front-line of special Diwali events across Westminster, Central London. As a public opener, Diwali in London (DiL) celebrations brought colour and joy to thousands in Trafalgar Square. Krishna Sanjay das is one of the founders and key Committee members of DiL. Senior representatives of ISKCON, including Visakha dasi, Vinay Tanna, Sanjay Krishna das, Nila Madhava das, Radha Mohan das and also Nimai dasi from Leicester attended a host of Diwali functions in prestigious venues: The House of Commons (Terrace Pavilion), The Speakers House, The Foreign and Commonwealth Office and with the Conservative Friends of India....
Notice: New Winter Opening Times
New Winter opening times, starting from Mon 28 October 2024
Special Guests
Bhaktivedanta Manor has hosted a number of special groups. For example, a delegation from the Hertfordshire Police Constabulary and even the Dutch Ministry of Defence
Help prevent noise pollution near the Temple
A proposal has been made to develop a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) located in the land adjacent to Bhaktivedanta Manor. There is a shared concern between the local villagers in Letchmore Heath and Bhaktivedanta Manor that this development would bring about many issues, primarily that of noise pollution.
Temple President addresses Hate Crime Awareness in Parliament
The Women’s Faith Forum held its second event in Parliament – Hate Crime Awareness – Women Rise Up Hosted by Sarah Sackman KC MP, Solicitor General, on the first day of National Hate Crime Awareness Week, faith leaders, campaigners and MPs addressed the room in their embodiment of both the strength of activism and the pain of victimhood. The session invited women to reflect, share lived experiences, initiatives and the demands of civil society leaders to parliament. Visakha Devi Dasi, President of Bhaktivedanta Manor was invited to open the event with a spiritual reflection on unity. After lighting a candle of hope during dark...
Light has power over darkness
On Sunday 13th October, Bhaktivedanta Manor staged a special Dusshera festival.
The festival of Dusshera pays tribute to an epic battle between good and evil, resulting in deity Lord Rama’s victory over 10-headed demon king Ravana.
Prayer: A Spiritual Anchor
Begin your dialogue with the Lord by offering a prayer, and you will be surprised at how quickly Lord Krishna responds.
World’s Best School Awards
Avanti House Secondary School has been short-listed in the World’s Best School Awards under the category Health and Well-being, for its quality teaching of yoga and meditation.