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| Radhadesh |
For the sixteenth year running, the Radhadesh ISKCON Convention will bring a speakers from around the world to share their knowledge on topics ranging from cooking to Western civilisation.
These seminars have become an essential date on many calendars as an opportunity to recharge the batteries and to hear from and associate with open-minded devotees. As always, they start on the first Tuesday of July and run for five days (4–8 July). They cost €180 for shared accomodation or €130 for dormitory accomodation. Prices include meals, accomodation, and all seminars.
Seminars in detail:
Yadunandana Dasa, Braja Bihari Dasa, Saunaka Rsi Dasa, Urmila Dasi, Laxmimoni Devi Dasi: Education: From the Cradle to the Pyre
An analysis and discussion of ISKCON's educational systems. In this seminar we will discuss the importance of developing a complete educational system within ISKCON in order to successfully fulfil Srila Prabhupada's mission. We will reflect on the educational developments to date. Finally we will attempt to identify practical steps that can be taken in order to fulfil these needs.
Bhakti Caitanya Swami: Lessons from the Pastimes of Lord Caitanya
An analysis of different lilas of Lord Caitanya Mahaprabhu and the practical lessons we can learn from them and apply in our daily lives in Krishna consciousness.
Prahladananda Swami: A Dark Well or Eternal Lila?
The laws of material nature are eternal; their effects are not changed by any new ideas. This course deals with modern society and ISKCON, examining the direction both can go in to make our lives happy and successful.
Kurma Dasa: Cooking with Kurma
A hands-on tour of the world of Vedic vegetarian cuisine with Australia's favourite cooking guru Kurma Dasa. Learn the art of preparing fresh cheese, spice masalas and pastes, breads, pickles, chutneys, vegetable dishes, sweets; hear about the history, botany and science of Vedic food preparation, and Ayurvedic health. Lots of take-home recipes, non-stop cooking and sumptuous feasting.
Hari-sauri Dasa: Srila Prabhupada the Living Bhagavatam
Discover how Srila Prabhupada lived the life of a devotee. Arranged by theme – prasadam, chanting, cleanliness, health etc. Hari-sauri presents an intimate look at how Srila Prabhupada applied the philosophy and practices of Krishna Consciousness in day-to-day situations.
Kadamba Kanana Swami: Living with Vows
Laxsmimoni Devi Dasi: The Myth of Western Civilisation
As we interface with modern society we are accused of avoiding reality, accepting the mythology of Vedic literature. We are asked to accept the "scientific truth" propounded in the West, the description of "progress and advancement of civilization" and finally we are encouraged to quest for "true happiness." Which happiness, progress, and truth are real? Comparing what Western civilised culture calls the mythology of the Bhagavatam against the myths of Western culture.
Urmila Dasi: Finding Satisfaction in Educational Service
What teachers in Krishna's schools can tell us about culture, religion, and motivation How do those in devotional, educational projects find satisfaction in their service? How do culture, religion, and spirituality influence motivation? How can we nourish and improve our schools? Participants in these workshops learn of the results and implications of a new, ground-breaking study of all teachers in Hare Krishna primary and secondary schools all over the world.
Braja Bihari Dasa: Can't We All Just Get Along?
What are the causes of conflict in ISKCON (and religious organizations in general)? What are the various ways to deal with conflict in a healthy way? Towards developing a justice system in ISKCON. What is the Vaisnava approach to helping people dealing with trauma? Making ISKCON a conflict friendly organisation.
Atmananda Dasa: Atma yoga
Decrease stress, develop confidence, and build Prabhupada's community. Join Atmananda Dasa in reclaiming the rich cultural tradition of mystic yoga and dovetailing it to serve Srila Prabhupada's mission.
Evening class: Organisational Structure
How can we have a religious organization when Bhaktisiddhanta said doing so would kill spiritual life?
Details
130 Euros for dormitory with common bathroom (regular temple facilities)
180 Euros for shared rooms (4–5 persons) with attached bathroom (guesthouse facility)
Rooms for 1, 2 or 3 persons are possible when paying a supplement. Please enquire form guesthouse for details.
Creche facilities will be available during class-times for children age 3–12
For registration for the seminars and travel inquiries please contact: Rasa Parayana Dasa
Tel./fax: +32 (0)86 38-71-31
radhadesh.guesthouse@pamho.net
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