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Chinmaya Aradhana Yajna & Puja in Bengaluru
Swami Krutatmananda of Hubballi and Dharwad Centres conducted the Chinmaya Aradhana Yajna in Deenabandhu Temple, Indiranagar from 28 July to to 3 August 2024, teaching Bhagavad Gita Chapter 4. The Yajna was inaugurated by Smt Gundamma, senior member of Chinmaya Mission.
Swami Krutatmananda paid tribute to Pujya Swami Chinmayananda who single handedly was responsible not only to revive and kindle interest amongst hundreds of thousands of sadhaks to take up study of the scriptures but also become torch bearers to continue his Jnana Prachar work. In this context he noted how Shri Krishna’s declaration of taking avatar to rejuvenate declining values in society has been proved by the fact that our Sanatana Dharma is kept alive through sincere dedicated work of several realised Masters. Although the Lord fulfils the prayer of devotees, we should not forget that we create the blueprint of our life through our own actions. It is very difficult to understand how our karmas decide our future and it is important that we indulge only in noble actions to ensure that a healthy and strong society based on moral values is built.
Pujya Swami Chinmayananda’s 31st Mahasamadhi was observed on 3 August 2024 with Rudrabhisheka, Paduka Puja and Bhajans followed by the last day of the Yajna that was attended by several devotees from all over the city.
Dussehra & Matru Puja in Trichy
The South Indian tradition of displaying Golu bommai during Navaratri was celebrated at Chinmaya Arangam, Trichy. Puja, Stotras and Bhajans formed part of the festivities. The festival celebrations were also held at Chinmaya Vidyalaya and various Bala Vihars in Trichy.The Parents love the Matru Puja in particular, and feel happy and touched by it, saying that it is the need in the present times to inculcate this culture in children.
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“Success Without Stress” at Adoni
Chinmaya Yuva Kendra Adoni organised a one day Youth Camp on Sunday 1 September 2024 on the theme SUCCESS WITHOUT STRESS.
Sessions were conducted by Brahmachari Narayana Chaitanya and Brahmachari Harish Chaitanya (Chinmaya Vidyalaya Nellore, Andhra Pradesh) along with CHYKs and a team of Sevaks. 35 youth from various colleges across Adoni enthusiastically attended the camp, despite rains.
Swamini Supriyananda’s Visit to Singapore
Swamini Supriyananda (Chinmaya Mission Hong Kong) delighted the Singapore devotees with her presence from 26 June to 1 July 2024.
From taking seekers through Empowering Love in Narada Bhakti Sutra to Dynamic Living through Karma Yoga, and finally to the moment of Surrender in Upades Sara, she prodded them to reflect on the teachings simply but effectively.
Members of Chinmaya Mission Singapore had a wonderful Hanuman Chalisa chanting session at the Centre on 22 June which invigorated the devotees to start regular monthly chanting sessions.
On 30 June they commemorated the Guru Parampara with a Bhajan Sandhya where Swamini Supriyananda gave an explanation of the bhajans. The Swaranjali Group, along with the youth, sang melodious bhajans and transported all to a Divine realm, at the Guru’s Feet.
Monsoon Weekend Camp at Kolwan
From 9 to 11 August 2024, Chinmaya Mission Mumbai organised a special monsoon weekend camp with Shri Hanuman at Chinmaya Vibhooti! With talks by Swami Swatmananda on “Sankat Mochan”, icebreakers, japa, meditation, group discussion and evening aarti, the camp was an absolute treat for the 50 delegates, who cherished the moments spent in lush nature, far from the hustle and bustle of city life. One of the camp highlights was a spiritually-charged Hanuman Havan at Chinmaya Maruti Mandir, planned and explained by Swami Swatmananda so that each one got the most out of the powerful experience. The feedback for the whole camp was outstanding and the campers are already looking forward to the next such opportunity.
Swami Gangeshananda Attains Mahasamadhi
Swami Gangeshananda of Chinmaya Mission Kanpur and Prayagraj Centres, took final refuge at the feet of Pujya Gurudev at Prayagraj at 1:40 am on 27 July 2024, at the age of 55.
He attended the 5th batch of the Vedanta Course at Sandeepany HIM, Sidhbari, under the guidance of Swami Subodhananda. In 1995, he received Brahmacharya Deeksha and was given the name Brahmachari Vishwesh Chaitanya.
In February 2009, he received Sannyasa Deeksha from Pujya Guruji Swami Tejomayananda. He went on to be the Resident Acharya of two Vedanta Courses in Hindi, at Sidhbari.
Swami Gangeshananda served in various parts of North India, including the Mandhana Ashram. He was also responsible for overseeing the work of Hindi Publications of Chinmaya Mission for a period of time.
He will be remembered for the seva he lovingly offered to Chinmaya Mission.
Guru Purnima at Jhansi
Guru Purnima celebrations were organized under the aegis of Chinmaya Mission Jhansi, in which, under the guidance of Vedaputra Saurabh, Brahmachari Raghavendra Chaitanya duly worshiped Maharishi Veda Vyasa. More than 100 seekers participated in this function.
They prayed to the Guru by repeating the 108 names of Shri Veda Vyasa. After the Puja, Br. Raghavendra Chaitanya and other seekers expressed their views on the subject of the Guru’s glory.
Guru Purnima Celebrations at Delhi
Chinmaya Mission Delhi celebrated Guru Purnima at Chinmaya Centre of World Understanding, Delhi.
Swami Avyayananda performed Guru Paduka Puja with Ashtottara- Archana by the 108 names of Shri Veda Vyasa, the 108 names of Guru Tattvanamavali and the 108 names of Swami Chinmayananda. Over 200 devotees attended the programme.
Swami Advaitananda Receives Award
Swami Advaitananda (Chinmaya Mission Nashik) received the Geeta Gourav Puraskar of Geeta Dharma Mandal in Pune on 23 July 2024, on its completion of 100 years. There were various other awards by which other dignitaries were also felicitated.