News Report for the Month of January 2021
Publications Newsletters News Through Event Photos “Manav Seva, Madhav Seva” has been the guiding principle for whoever has been associated and working at the ashram. The Holy Master Sri Swami Sivanandaji Maharaj used to take great pleasure in serving one and all and the tradition continues. All the Activities at the Ashram were curtailed due to Covid pandemic for the last 9 months. Except, the food drive to the underserved families of the town……Ashram’s Karmayoga team diligently worked towards food & groceries distribution seva activity all through the Pandemic, from the very beginning with all the cautions even in the Covid lockdown. Now slowly but surely, after nine months of break, the ashram has restored with cautions the regular activities namely, Yoga classes, Yogasana Camp, Satsang, Religious worship services for people at large and even more getting organized. 814th Yogasana Camp (Jan 18, 2021 – Jan26, 2021): 814 th Yogasana Camp was inaugurated by H. H. Sri Swami Kamlanandaji Maharaj of Sivananda Ashram and it was conducted by H. H.Sri Swami Adhyatmanandaji Maharaj. Ashram has very cautiously allowed /restricted the admission in the camp for a large group. Pranayama, Asana, Relaxation, and Trataka (Candle Meditation) was taught during the camp. On Jan 9, 2021, Ashram hosted Reiki Seminar first degree after a lapse of one year due to COVID. More than 15,000 people have learned and certified Reiki first and a second degree in Sivananda Ashram under the guidance of Reiki Grand Master Mrs. Rupa Manish Majmudar. On Jan 12, 2021 – The ashram executive team made a humble donation check Rs.1,25,000/ for sacred Sri Ram Mandir Sewa at Ayodhya. Bhagawad Gita Jnana Yajna at the Ashram (Jan 18, 2021 – Jan 26, 2021) – Ashram hosted Srimad Bhagawad Gita Jnana Yajna by a well-known Kathakar Sri Jignesh Dada at Sivananda ashram to raise the fund for his Krutarthi Vidyalaya, in Saurashtra – GIR. Pujya Swamiji Maharaj graced the occasion and attended the Katha every day. Ashram Devotees were Blessed by Most Worshipful and Revered H. H. Srimat Swami Sri Achyutanandaji Maharaj, President of Sri Sri Maa Anand Mayi Ashram with HIS Divine stay from Jan 18, 2021 -March 2, 2021. Republic Day Celebration at the Ashram: Jan 26, 20221 marked 72 nd Republic Day of India. It was celebrated by Flag Hoisting at the Ashram Lawn Garden by H. H. Sri Swami Adhyatmanandaji Maharaj. He gave a thundering Message on this the occasion on moral & ethical duties of the citizens of India towards the Nation. He denounced the destructions, looting, national property damage and like in the name of expressing displeasure and protest against the Government policy. He advised against the destruction of the natural resources. He said, “Exercise discipline, Conserve the resources, Live the disciplined life, Protect your Nation, Love your Nation. You belong to the Nation and the Nation belongs to you. See oneness in all. Live in the awareness of harmonious coexistence with nature, plants, animals & birds, the environment and ecology. Honor all life equally. The Life Principle (Chaitanya) is the same in All. God pervades the entire universe. The Lord is within you and all around you. Open your eyes and behold HIM everywhere. Behold the Lord in all beings, all objects, plants, animals, actions, feelings & Thoughts. Lead the Divine Life. “Be good Do Good” “Serve, Love, Give, Purify, Meditate & Realize”, says Sri Swami Sivananda Anniversary Day Celebration of Sri Hanuman Mandir at the Ashram (Jan 26, 2021): In the forenoon, Maruti Yajna was performed on the sacred occasion of the 15 th annual day of the ashram’s Sri Hanuman Temple. The evening was filled with memorable and devotional songs & “Sunderkand Recitation” by Sri Ajay Yagnik Ji from Delhi. Pujya Sri Swamiji Maharaj’s daily satsang discourses are inspiring on “Patanjali Yoga Darshan” text of Maharshi Sri Patanjali. And ” Gitamrutam” on Bhagawad Gita every Sunday is a blessings to all. Thanks to Sivananda Ashram Parivar to organize through Sivananda Ashram Face Book page. Visit Sivananda Ashram Face Book page for more details. Satsang & Tours of Pujya Swami Adhyatmanandaji Maharaj During the Month of January 2021 Visnagar (Jan 9, 2021): A grand congregation was organized on 16 th Mahasamadhi day of late President Sri Baldevgiriji Maharaj of Sri Sivadham place (in North Gujarat). Revered Sri Swami Adhyatmanandaji Maharaj was invited to preside over the function. About thirty thousand monks and about one Lakh devotees attended the function in HIS honor to give Tribute to their Beloved Saint. It was followed by serving a grand prasad to all. Revered Swamiji in the company of other Saints initiated the new Chief Mahant Sri Jayram Giriji Maharaj. Late Swami Baldevgiriji Maharaj was initiated as Chief at the tender age of TWELVE years only, and His Holiness attained the Supreme abode at the age of 103 years. HE graced His position for 91 years. He was honored by all around the globe in His Organization. Para Mehsana: In the memory of the late Mahant H. H. Sri Shivnathpuriji Maharaj of Bhimnath Mahadev, a congregation was held on 16 th day of His Mahasamadhi (Shodashi) – Bhandara was organized under the guidance of Pujya Sri Swamiji Maharaj. Revered Sri Prakash Puriji was initiated as the new Mahant of the ashram. A grand Diabetes Conference (Virtual) was organized by the renowned Diabetologist Dr. Mayur Patel of “Swasthya Health Center” which was attended by about twenty thousand doctors around the Globe. Pujya Sri Swamiji Maharaj attended the inauguration ceremony & lit the lamp, blessed the event, and gave a speech on this occasion. Ramnagar Kampo, Khedbrahma, Ambaji (North Gujarat) (Jan 14, 2021: As the sun moves on its northern region – called Uttarayan, India celebrates festivity with charity, worship of cows, and pilgrimages. A group of about 25 devotees with Pujya Swamiji Maharaj from the Ashram went to Rampur, Kampo & Pilgrimage to sacred Ambaji. At their first stop at Rojanto, Pujya Swamiji Maharaj was invited to bless and grace the community function of ‘Cow
News Report for the Month of February 2021
Publications Newsletters News Through Event Photos After nine months of a break due to the Covid pandemic, transitions in the regular activities at the Ashram were smooth. All the precautions, wearing masks, social distancing, and restriction of a small group of devotees at one time and like were maintained to the full effects. Highlights of Events in the month of February 2021 : Gita Jnana Yajana (Feb 2, 2021, to Feb 6, 2021) by Pujya Sri Swami Vishnu Teerthji Maharaj of renowned Brahma Vidaypeeth Kailash Ashram at Rishikesh was organized at Sivananda Ashram, Ahmedabad. Reiki Seminar for First & Second degrees and Regular Yoga classes in small batches went well as well, Devotees felt blessed to join Homatmak Lugurudra performed at Lord Viswanath Temple. And needless to say that Monthly Narayan Seva – food distribution to underprivileged families was carried out diligently by Ashram’s Karma Yoga Team, as always. Pujya Sri Swamiji Maharaj’s enlightening discourses on “Patanjali Yoga Darshan” text of Maharshi Sri Patanjali and ” Gitamrutam” on Bhagavad Gita every Sunday is a blessing to all. Chapter one, “Samadhi Pad” has been completed of very amazing text Yoga Sutra of Maharshi Patanjali . You can watch them anytime through Sivananda Ashram Facebook page and Youtube also. Visit Sivananda Ashram Face Book page for more details. Gita Jnana Yajana (Feb2, 2021 – Feb 6, 2021): Discourse series on Chapter 13 (Stanza 7 to 11) of Srimad Bhagavad Gita by Vedantacharya Pujya Sri Swami Vishnu Teerthji Maharaj of the well-known Brahma Vidaypeeth Kailash Ashram at Rishikesh was organized at Sivananda Ashram, Ahmedabad, every day from 5.30 pm to 7.00 pm. Srimad Swami Sri Achyutanandaji Maharaj, the president of Sri Maa Anandmayi Sangh in the presence of Pujya Swami Sri Adhyatmanandaji Maharaj lighted the lamp. A group of devotees as per the rules of government for the covid pandemic were permitted to attend live discourses but a live telecast from the Facebook page of the Ashram and YouTube were made available for the benefit of devotees at large. Narayan Seva (Feb 2, 2021): Narayan Seva in the form of distribution of food packets have been done regularly for the last twelve years by Sivananda Ashram, Ahmedabad. 150-160 food packets containing 5kgs rice, 2 kgs of toor dal, 2 kgs potatoes, and 1liter oil were distributed to the needy people staying in a slum area in the vicinity of 40 km from Ahmedabad. Shankh Prakshalan Kriya was organized at Sivananda Ashram, Ahmedabad. It was successfully carried out by Ashram’s Yoga teachers team lead by Ms. Sangita Thawani. Thirty-five Yoga aspirants from various places including Ahmedabad, Yoga Niketan School, Vadodara, Bhuj, Bharuch, and Surat participated and accrue the benefits of it. Reiki Seminar – 532nd Reiki first degree seminar was organized on Feb 13, 2021, at Sivananda Ashram, Ahmedabad. Sixteen participants attended and learn knowledge of Reiki – natural healing system. 533rd Reiki 2nd degree seminar was organized on Feb 27, 2021. For both sessions, a full day of Reiki teaching was scheduled from 9.30 am to 5.30 pm. The next Reiki first and second-degree seminars are scheduled on March 3, 2021, and March 27, 2021, respectively. People who are interested to attend, please contact the ashram and make registration. On Feb 28, 2021, Homatmak Laghurudra was organized in the vicinity of the Sri Vishwanath Mahadev temple. With Covid restriction, a limited number of devotees could join in the pooja. After the pooja, Prasad was served to all. Vadodara (Feb 13, 2021): Pujya Sri Swami Adhyatmanandaji Maharaj attended function organized by “HR Milestone”, the institution working for human resource, on the occasion of its 11th anniversary celebration. National awards were given by the worthy hands of Pujya Swamiji to the employees. Police Commissioner of Vadodara Sri Shamsher Sinhji and Aruna Didi from Brahma Kumari also graced the occasion. Mahashivratri Utsav (March 11, 2021) – You are welcome to join the celebration of holy Shivaratri & worship services at Sivananda Ashram. It is continuous twenty four hours worship services at Lord Vishvanath Temple. Satsang and Bhajans starting from evening and continuous through the night. Abhishekatmak Laghurudra (February, 11, 2021 ) – 4.00am to 6.45am Shodoshopchar Puja -7.00am to 9.30 am Shringar Darshan – 9.30 am to 12.00pm Abishekatmak Laghurudra -12.30pm to 4.00pm Maha Aarti – 12.00am & 4.00am Bhashma Aarati – 6.45 pm Prahar Puja (Hourly) – 8.00pm to 4.00am(next day) Devotees who would like to stay at the Ashram during the Shivaratri Utsav will need to have documentation of negative COVID test 24 hours prior to the stay. Also please visit our Guest Information page for the details of your visit and help us make proper arrangements. Om Shanti! Read Full Article
News Report for the Month of March 2021
Publications Newsletters News Through Event Photos Mahashivratri Utsav (March 11, 2021) Sacred Shivratri was celebrated in all devotion this year under the restrictions of Covid-19 pandemic. Pujya Swami Adhyatmanandaji Maharaj offered a first pooja & Abhishek at 3.45 am with the offering prayers for world peace and prosperity. The Siva Lingam was worshipped by washing it with milk, curd, honey, and rose water as the chants of Vedic Hymns, Namakam, Chamakam, Rudram, Ashtadhyaayi Rudra, Purushasuktam in praise of Lord Shiva. Shiv pujan continued from 4 am to 9 am in the morning. After that, devotees in a small group did Abhishek till 12 noon. In the evening Shiva Lingam was adorned with special Shringar and Bilva leaves and Bhasma Arti was performed by Priest Sri Anand Maharaj. Twenty-four hours Shivratri Pujan was concluded with grand Aarti at 4 am the next day on March 12, 2021. Due to curfew from 12 night, all puja from 12 midnight onwards was done by the Priests of the ashram at Lord Viswanath Mahadev temple. Narayan Seva (March 3, 2021): About 200 food packets containing 5 kgs rice, 2 kgs of lentils, 2 kgs potatoes and 1liter oil were distributed to the needy people nomadic race staying in the vicinity of 40 km from Ahmedabad namely Pethapur and Mahudi area. Narayan Seva in the form of distribution of food packets have been done regularly for the last twelve years by Sivananda Ashram, Ahmedabad. 534 th Reiki (March 13, 2021): Eighteen people participated Reiki I degree seminar organized by Ashram at “Chidanandam” Hall. Reiki Master Smt. Rupaben conducted the seminar and taught the knowledge of the Reiki, natural healing system. 535 th Reiki II degree seminar was organized a full day schedule on March 27, 2021, by Sivananda Ashram, Ahmedabad. This seminar provides high level of Reiki learning for giving distant healing. Nine people attended the seminar lead by Reiki Master Smt. Rupaben Majmudar. The seminar was concluded at 5.30 p.m. Prasad is arranged by the Ashram for the participants. The Next Reiki Seminar 536 th & 537 th degree I & II is scheduled for April 3, & April 24, 2021 2021 respectively. Contact Ashram for the details. On March 14, 2021, Shankh Prakshalan Yog kriya was organized at the Sivananda Ashram, Ahmedabad. It was successfully carried out by the team of Ashram’s Yoga teachers lead by Ms. Sangita Thawani. Thirty-seven people including members of International Lions Club, Shahibag participated. Regular Yogasana classes went well. Yogasan classes run in small batches for Beginners 6.15 am to 7.30 am from 1st to 10 th of each month and from 6.30 pm. to 7.45 pm from 15th to 25th of each month. Other practice classes are conducted daily from 6.15am. to 7.15am, 7.00am to 8.00am, 10.30am to 11.30am, 4.00pm to 5.00pm (for ladies only) and 6.00pm to 7.00pm On March 20, 2021, Pujya Sri Swami Adhyatmanandaji Maharaj’s discourse was organized on the subject of “Corona Pandemic” on Zoom at 9.30 pm (IST) at New Jersey with joint efforts of United Rudra Foundation and Sri Dr. Mukund Thakar. Virtual Satsang programs schedule of Pujya Swami Adhyatmanandaji Maharaj (Canceled due to Second wave of Covit -19) until further notice-April 2021) Pujya Sri Swamiji Maharaj’s daily satsang discourses are inspiring on “Patanjali Yoga Darshan” text of Maharshi Sri Patanjali. And ” Gitamrutam” on Bhagawad Gita every Sunday is a blessings to all. Thanks to Sivananda Ashram Parivar to organize through Sivananda Ashram Face Book page. Visit Sivananda Ashram Face Book page for more details. Satsang Discourse series on Kathopanishad on Google Meet – Live Telecast 4.30 pm to 5.30 pm on each Thursday & 10.30 am to 11.30 am on each Sunday. Satsang Discourse Series on “Patanjal Yog Darshan” – Live telecast on Facebook Page of the Ashram and YouTube at 6.00 pm daily & Satsang Discourse Series on Gitamrutam on each Sunday at 8.00 am. Yogasan classes in small batches for Beginners 6.15 am to 7.30 am from 1st to 10 th of each month and from 6.30 pm. to 7.45 pm from 15th to 25th of each month. Other practice classes are conducted daily from 6.15am. to 7.15am, 7.00am to 8.00am, 10.30am to 11.30am, 4.00pm to 5.00pm (for ladies only) and 6.00pm to 7.00pm Contact the ashram for further details – sivananda_ashram@yahoo.com Upcoming Programs (May 3, 2021) A special Satsang has been arranged on May 3, 2021, on the occasion of the Birthday of Pujya Sri Swami Adhyatmanandaji Maharaj. Those who wishing to attend the program has to arrange passes from the office. Participation will be limited as per government rules due to Corona Pandemic. Venue: “Chidanandam” 6.00 pm: Shahnai Vadan by Gayekwad Brothers from Vadodara. 6.30 pm: Arrival of Honorable Smt.Anandiben Patel (Governor of Uttar Pradesh) 6.35 pm : Mangal Sturi by Ms.Dhairyaben Mankad. 6.45 pm: welcome to Honorable Smt. Anandiben Patel, the release of Souvenir and Award giving ceremony Dr. Minu Patel (Vadodara ) “Manav Bhushan” Smt. Mittal Patel “Seva Ratna” Vidushi Manjuben Mehta (Saptak)”Sangeet Mandakini” Seva Rural Jhagadia “Nishkam Seva Pratishtanam” Sri Govindbhai Bharwad “Manav Bhushan” Follows Blessings by the Saints, Speech by Honorable Smt. Anandiben Patel Concluding with Peace prayer and National Song. OM Shanti! Read Full Article
News & Activity Report for the Month of April 2021
Publications Newsletters News Through Event Photos Sivananda Ashram, Ahmedabad announced…..Once again all the regular Yoga classes and Reiki Seminar have been canceled at the Ashram until further notice due to second wave of Covid-19 is spreading like a wild fire. Also, the planned upcoming Satsang programs, YTTC, Yoga camp and scheduled Mangal Utsav celebrations from April 13, 2021 to April 29, 2021 are canceled. Ashram’s Priest performs daily worship at all the shrines and only the ashram inmates joined in a special satsang and Mangal utsav during the Month of April. All the temples are closed for casual visitors. Sacred Chaitra Navratri -Vasant Navratri (April 13, 2021 to April 21, 2021): Sri Ramcharit Manas Parayana was organized in Sri Sri Sri Ashtalaxmi Bhavan in the leadership of Pandit Sri Kamlesh Jha . ashram inmates participated. Sri Ram Navami (April 21, 2021): On the day of Sri Ram Navmi, Sri Ram Yajna, Poojan, Archan, Special Bhog, and Aarti were arranged. The birth Day of Sri Ram was celebrated with joy, but, by limited ashram devotees participated in Puja at Sri Ram – Hanuman temple of the ashram. Sri Hanuman Jayanti ( April 27, 2021): Today, Maruti Yajna, Aarti, and Archana were concluded in the Sri Hanuman temple of the ashram in the presence of Pujya Swamiji. 21 st Brahmotsav of Sri Sri Sri Ashtalaxmi Adi Shakti Peeth (April 29, 2021) : Patotsav of Sri Sri Sri Ashtalaxmi Bhavan and Adi Shakti Peeth was celebrated by Ashram inmates only. Sri Yantra Pooja in the Brahm Muhurt followed by Navchandi – Laxmi Homam. Covid Seva Yajana through Ashram : The relief efforts has been continued in the distribution of food packages of groceries, spices , oil etc to the needy in the underprivileged area of the town. regularly. Thanks to Ashram’s Yoga Teachers Team for their Selfless Spirit. The continuation of such a comprehensive programs have been possible only because of the unstinting devotion and generous financial assistance provided by selfless devotees of the Lord. Please feel free to contact us through email sivananda_ashram@yahoo.com or contact directly +91 93761 05554. Pujya Swami Adhyatmanandaji’s Virtual Stasang programs are going on daily through Sivananda Ashram Facebook page…..Satsang Discourse Series on “Patanjal Yog Darshan” text of Maharshi Sri Patanjali – Live telecast on Facebook Page of the Ashram and YouTube at 6.00 pm daily & Satsang Discourse Series on Gitamrutam on each Sunday at 8.00 am. Discourse series on Kathopanishad on Google Meet – Live Telecast 4.30 pm to 5.30 pm on each Thursday & 10.30 am to 11.30 am on each Sunday. Visit Sivananda Ashram Face Book page and Sivananda Ashram Youtube Channel for more details Once again, Please note, All regular yoga classes & Reiki Seminar have been canceled from April 9, 2021 onwards until further notice. upcoming YTTC (Yoga Teacher’s Training Course) May 11, 2021 to May 30, 2021 has been canceled Temple’s door are closed for the general public & visitors from April 14, 2021 onwards until further notice. While humanitarian relief efforts are active all over, it is time for us to do our part at individual level to overcome this crisis and think about what can I do to prevent the Coronavirus disease at home and people around you ?……. Be safe, stay healthy and play your part in the whole to prevent the spread of Corona Virus Donation for the Seva Yajnas would be appreciated. Check drawn in the name of “Divya Jivan Sanskrutik Sangh” . Donation given to the ashram is deductible u/s. 80 G of the Income Tax Act. Read Full Article