Guest guest Posted May 3, 2004 Report Share Posted May 3, 2004 ISKCON CONVENTION SEMINARS, 2004 Radhadesh 29 June - 3 July Dear Prabhus, Please accept my humble obeisances. All glories to Srila Prabhupada. Please find enclosed information for the ISKCON Convention Europe seminars in Radhadesh. They will be taking place from Tuesday 29th June to Saturday 3rd July. There will be a Ratha-yatra in Paris on Sunday 4th July. A bus will be organised to take devotees from Radhadesh to Paris. The ISKCON Convention was started in 1991 in order to provide a forum for devotees to get together for spiritual association and to discuss topics of interest to ISKCON in an open and thoughtful way. Originally the Convention came out of cooperation between ISKCON Communications Europe and the VIHE (Vaishnava Institute for Higher Education). The Convention takes place each year in Radhadesh, the Hare Krishna temple in the Belgian Ardennes. This is a good place for the seminars because of the nice facilities for delegates as well as the pleasant and peaceful surroundings. This year the Convention is looking to again reaffirm its commitment to the ideal of candid discussion and is organising a series of lectures from eminent scholars and devotees about burning issues of the day with discussion afterwards. Please find enclosed a poster advertising the teachers and the seminars they are giving. Please put this message on your notice board for us to advertise the seminars. We are looking forward to seeing you here at Radhadesh and having your association. Your servants, Shaunaka Rishi Das, Braja Bihari Das and Hrdaya Caitanya Das ---------- For registration for the seminars please contact: Rasa Parayana Tel/fax: +32 (0)86 38-71-31 radhadesh.guesthouse (AT) pamho (DOT) net Please register by 10th June The poster is on the internet at: http://www.radhadesh.com/index.php?id=61 ---------- ***Seminars*** * Sacinandana Swami: Six powerful steps to full Krishna consciousness - an experiential seminar This seminar will be based on the six processes of Saranagati. It includes bhajans by Bhaktivinoda Thakura and enlightening examples from the pastimes of Sri Caitanya Mahaprabhu. It offers practical tools for improving our performance in devotional service. * Bhakti Vijnana Swami: Anavrtti sabdat - liberation by sound What are the different Vedic schools in regards to sound? Learn about the different levels of sound, the anarthas created by impure chanting and the good qualities that pure chanting produces in the heart. * Parividha Das: Drama for devotees Learn the ABCs of acting or, if you are already acting, improve your skills. In this seminar Parividha prabhu will teach about voice technique, movements, and improvisations with and without text. * Urmila Devi Dasi: Appreciating Srila Prabhupada In this seminar students will explore the history of ISKCON and Srila Prabhupada as Founder-acarya, Srila Prabhupada as a preacher and his life, how to promote knowledge of Prabhupada's life to people in general, and discuss which specific aspects of Srila Prabhupada's example are helpful in our own lives. * Ajamila Das: Vastu Sastra If you are transcendental to the influences of the three modes of material nature, then you do not need Vastu. However, if the modes still condition you to some degree and you want to facilitate spiritual and material development, then Vastu may be favorable for you. In this dynamic presentation you'll learn how Vastu influences personal environments on the four levels: physical, energetic, karmic, and spiritual. * Dr Liladhar Gupta: Ayurveda basics Dr Gupta presents an overview of the principles of Ayurveda in his own enlivening and devotional style. This seminar is a must for anyone who would like to include simple principles from this ancient practice of healthcare in their everyday lives. * Radhika Raman Das: Jiva Goswami and Vedanta philosophy Srila Jiva Gosvami was the most prolific of the six Gosvamis of Vrndavana. Through his six Sandarbhas, he established Caitanya Mahaprabhu's movement on a firm philosophical foundation. This course will begin with an overview of Srila Jiva Gosvami's life and accomplishments, focusing on his commentary on the first four aphorisms of the Vedanta-sutra. We will take a close look at the philosophical techniques and arguments he uses there, with the purpose of deepening our own understanding of Krsna consciousness. * Atmananda Das: Atma Yoga - using Vaisnava hatha-yoga to expand Srila Prabhupada's movement The course will include a documentary of the Atma Yoga project. The theory and practice of the program, how it is proceeding, how to develop yoga communities, how to balance direct and indirect preaching methods, how to uphold and fulfil Prabhupada's constitution, and a review of Prabhupada's instruction for various types of preaching. * Lecture Series Prof. Keith Ward - "Devotees and scholars: friends or enemies?" Lecture 1: An historical perspective Lecture 2: A personal journey Radhika Raman Das (Dr Ravi Gupta) will respond to Prof. Keith Ward Urmila Dasi - Culture: What is it? How does it shape one's values and behavior? Exploring three ways that culture is universally transmitted. Braja Bihari Das - "Pizza or pakoras? Reconciling conservative and liberal viewpoints in ISKCON" Shaunaka Rishi Das - "ISKCON identities - preachers, teachers but definitely not Hindus?" (Prof. Keith Ward is Regius Professor of Divinity at Oxford University) ---------- ***TRAVEL*** All travel inquiries should be sent to: Radhadesh Petite Somme 5 6940 SEPTON/DURBUY BELGIUM E-mail: radhadesh.guesthouse (AT) pamho (DOT) net Tel./fax: +32 (0) 86 38 71 31 When you are in Belgium, how to arrive to Radhadesh? ***By Train*** >From Brussels or Luxembourg: >From Brussels there is a train every hour to Arlon-Luxembourg. This train stops in Marloie, which is the station to get off. Price for train from Brussels to Marloie is about 12.5 Euros. From Luxembourg you can take the same train direction Brussels and get off in Marloie. >From Marloie you can phone to 086/322926 and a devotee will pick you up from the train station. 10 Euros for car. >From Liege: >From Liege there is a train to Barvaux every 2 hours (direction Jemelle). The price for the train from Liege to Barvaux is about 5 Euros. From Barvaux you can phone 086/322926 to pick you up by car (4 Euros). ***By Car*** We have a temple car with 8 passenger places. The prices given are for one trip. The cost is divided amongst the number of passengers. A devotee can pick you up from: Brussels Central Airport 50 Euros Charleroi Airport 40 Euros Airport Luxembourg 60 Euros Liege 20 Euros For travel please confirm by fax +32 86 38-71-31 or e-mail to radhadesh.guesthouse (AT) pamho (DOT) net when you want to be picked up and where you will be arriving. IMPORTANT!!! Please remember that there are 2 airports near Brussels. One is called 'Brussels Airport' and is very close to the city centre. The other is called 'Charleroi' or 'BRUSSELS SOUTH'. This airport is much further away from Brussels. When you give us details of where you want to be picked up from PLEASE check which airport you are going to. This is to avoid any confusion and long waits, which can occur if we get incorrect information. ---------- ***PRICES*** When you attend the seminars the price is: 125 Euros for dormitory with common bathroom (regular temple facilities) 165 Euros rooms for 4-5 persons with attached bathroom (guesthouse facility) If you require special facilities please mention this to Rasa Parayana when you are booking your accommodation. *There is no third world fee* ---------- When you bring your own caravan or tent we give 10% reduction on the above prices. When you attend the seminars and you bring your own caravan or tent: We give 10% discount on the above prices. Children under 5 years: free Children 5-12 years: 6 Euros (per day) Children 12+ years: 12 Euros (per day) Adults (not participating in the seminar): 12 Euros (per day) ---------- For devotees who stay in Radhadesh but who are not participating in the courses the fees are: Children under 5 years (who don't need mattress): free Children under 5 years (who need mattress): 7.5 Euros (per day) Children 5-12 years: 7.5 Euros (per day) Children 12+ years: 15 Euros (per day) Adults: 15 Euros (per day) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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