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SUMMARY:Holy Mother's Birthday Public Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Vedanta Hall  (open from 10.30 am for Meditation)or via Zoom from 11 am: Zoom Link\n\nSilent Meditation\,\nVedic Chanting by Sarada Math Nuns\nTalk: by Mala Naidoo – ‘Mother’s Divine Feminism: Now and Beyond’ \nTalk: by Pravrajika GayatripranaConcludes with Lunch\n\nALSO: On the actual birthday – Thursday\, 11 December\, 2025:\nAt Sarada Tapovan Nunnery (Contact us for address: 0408 029 336)\n6.30—9 pm \n\nArati – Devotional Songs\, Silent Meditation\, Reading by Pravrajika Gayatriprana.\nSharing of offered Sweets & Savouries
URL:https://saradavedanta.org/event/holy-mothers-birthday-public-celebration-kalpatharu-day/
LOCATION:Vedanta Hall\, 15 LIVERPOOL ROAD\, CROYDON\, NSW\, 2132\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251224T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251224T210000
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SUMMARY:Christmas Eve Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Join via Zoom from 7.30 pm \nZoom Link \nProgram: \n\nSilent Meditation\,\nArati (Devotional Songs)\nCarols by Candlelight\nReading by ROBERT GRANT: ‘Christian Mysticism’\nTalk by PRAVRAJIKA GAYATRIPRANA: ‘The Lord’s Prayer in the Light of Vedanta.’\n\nSharing of offered sweets and savouries. Bring some to share.
URL:https://saradavedanta.org/event/christmas-eve-celebration/
LOCATION:Vedanta Hall\, 15 LIVERPOOL ROAD\, CROYDON\, NSW\, 2132\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260101T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260101T203000
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SUMMARY:Kalpatharu Day
DESCRIPTION:Join via Zoom from 7.30pm\nZoom Link\nProgram:\n\nDevotional Songs & Silent Meditation (6.30 – 7.30pm)\nReading by Pravrajika Gayatriprana – for Kalpatharu Day. The day Sri Ramakrishna blessed his householder disciples with spiritual experiences.\n\nDistribution of offered sweets & savouries. Bring some to share.
URL:https://saradavedanta.org/event/kalpatharu-day/
LOCATION:Vedanta Hall\, 15 LIVERPOOL ROAD\, CROYDON\, NSW\, 2132\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260118T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260118T130000
DTSTAMP:20260826T234909
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SUMMARY:Swami Vivekananda Birthday Public Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Vedanta Hall  (open from 10.30 am for Meditation)or via Zoom from 11 am: Zoom Link\nProgram:\n\nSilent Meditation\,\nVedic Chanting\nRecitation of Swamiji’s Chicago Address by RHEA MUKHERJEE\nSpecial Guest Speaker Via Zoom from the U.S – PHILIP GOLDBERG Philip’s a public speaker and workshop leader; a spiritual counsellor\, meditation teacher and ordained Interfaith Minister. We look forward to hearing from Philip about his book\, American Veda\, featuring a chapter on Swami Vivekananda and other themes related to Meditation and Yoga and their impact on the West.\nTalk: by PRAVRAJIKA GAYATRIPRANA\n\nConclude with lunch. Help with cooking welcome. Call us on 0408 029 336 if you can contribute. \nALSO:\nYou’re welcome to join us on Swami Vivekananda’s Birthday \nAt Sarada Tapovan – Saturday\, 10 January\, 2026 \n6.30—9 pm \n\nArati (Devotional Songs)\, Silent Meditation\, Reading by Pravrajika Gayatriprana.\nSharing of offered Sweets & Savouries (Bring some to share)\n\nContact us for address: 0408 029 336
URL:https://saradavedanta.org/event/swami-vivekananda-birthday-public-celebration/
LOCATION:Vedanta Hall\, 15 LIVERPOOL ROAD\, CROYDON\, NSW\, 2132\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260215T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260215T123000
DTSTAMP:20260826T234909
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SUMMARY:Shivaratri Celebration
DESCRIPTION:At Vedanta Hall – Open from 10.30 am for Meditation\nor from 11 am via Zoom: ZOOM (Link)\nProgram:\n\nGroup Chanting of Om Namah Shivaya – 108 times – an offering to Shiva\nTalk by Ruthrun Selvarajan\nTalk by Pravrajika Gayatriprana\n\nSharing of offered sweets & savouries (Bring some to share) \n‘THE traditional portrayal of Shiva is not meant to present us with only a pleasing appearance\, any more than life is always kind\, or nature conforms to our desires. Our encounter with Shiva is meant to shake us up\, to stir our inner transformative energies – to get us to question ourselves and all that we may hold to be truth or reality.’   Vamadeva Shastri
URL:https://saradavedanta.org/event/shivaratri-celebration-2/
LOCATION:Vedanta Hall\, 15 LIVERPOOL ROAD\, CROYDON\, NSW\, 2132\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260222T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260222T140000
DTSTAMP:20260826T234909
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SUMMARY:Sri Ramakrishna Birthday Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Saturday 19 February – 6.30 to 8.45 pm at Sarada Tapovan\nProgram:\n\nDevotional Songs\nSilent Meditation\nReading by Pravrajika Gayatriprana\nSharing of offered Sweets & Savouries.\n\nContact us for address: 0408 029 336 \nSunday 22 February – 10.30 am to 2 pm\nAt Vedanta Hall – Open from 10.30 am for Meditation\nor from 11 am via Zoom: ZOOM (Link)\nProgram:\n\nSilent Meditation\,\nVedic Chanting by Sri Sarada Math Nuns\nTALK:  by Aadesh Thakkar\nLive Music by Shyamtanu & Debarati Bannerjee\nTALK:  By Pravrajika Gayatriprana.\n\nConcludes with lunch Silent Meditation\,
URL:https://saradavedanta.org/event/sri-ramakrishna-birthday-celebration-2/
LOCATION:Vedanta Hall\, 15 LIVERPOOL ROAD\, CROYDON\, NSW\, 2132\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260329T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260329T123000
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SUMMARY:Sri Rama Birthday Celebration
DESCRIPTION:PROGRAM: \n\nSilent Meditation\nTalk by Saptarshi Ray and a special video presentation Talk on Sri Rama given by Rev.Pravrajika Ajayaprana Mataji in 2010\nDistribution of offered sweets & savouries. Bring some to share.\n\nJoin us at Vedanta Hall or via Zoom: ZOOM (Link)\nIN THE WORLD of Rama and Krishna\, every action has a reaction. One learns that negative events in our lives are the outcome of our past actions. If we respond to these events\, we sow fresh seeds\, which lead to positive or negative outcomes. The seed and the fruit follow each other unless we step back and witness life\, as sages and gods do. Devdutt Pattanaik
URL:https://saradavedanta.org/event/sri-rama-birthday-celebration/
LOCATION:Vedanta Hall\, 15 LIVERPOOL ROAD\, CROYDON\, NSW\, 2132\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260404T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260406T160000
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SUMMARY:Retreat/ Working Bee at Darama
DESCRIPTION:YOU’RE INVITED to join Pravrajika Gayatriprana and others for a Retreat/ Working Bee at Darama from Saturday evening\, 4 April to Monday afternoon\, 6 April. \nGardening\, gutter cleaning\, raking\, wood-chopping\, and helping with cooking are all included in the program\, along with meditation\, bush walks\, devotional songs and chants\, star-gazing\, reading/ discussion sessions with Pravrajika Gayatriprana. \nNo set fee for stay\, but suggested donations welcome: Overnight stay: $100\, Day visit: $80  Includes meals\, morning & afternoon tea \nTo enrol contact us on: 0408 029 336 or via email: admin.saradavedanta@bigpond.com \nPayments by cash at Retreat or to our account. Account Details:\nACCOUNT NAME: Ramakrishna Sarada Vedanta Society of NSW  BSB: 032-279  ACCOUNT NO: 760387 \nThe retreat Program includes:\n\nSilent and guided meditations\nMeditation at the escarpment (weather permitting)\nGroup chanting of beautiful verses from the scriptures\nTalks and Q & A with Pravrajika Gayatriprana\n\nWhat to Bring:\nIf Staying Overnight: Toiletries\, Towel and other personal items Sheets\, Pillowcase\n(Note: Mattresses\, Pillows\, Quilts & Blankets will be provided). \nAll Retreatants:\nWarm clothing (Darama’s in a mountain climate. Can be cool even in Summer).Shawl\, blanket (if desired for meditation inside and at the escarpment)Walking ShoesSlip-on shoes/ sandals \nDarama:\nSituated two hours drive south of Sydney\, Darama is beautifully located 700 metres above sea level in a secluded part of Robertson. The property extends over one hundred acres – ¾ virgin bush – with an escarpment forming the back boundary with wonderful views of the upper Kangaroo Valley. \nFacilities include a meditation/ prayer/ classroom\, two lounge rooms\, a large dining room and separate facilities for men and women spread over two buildings linked by a covered walkway. \nKangaroos\, wallabies\, and wombats make their shy appearances early morning or late afternoon. Cockatoos\, Rosellas\, and Australian Minor birds are regular visitors;
URL:https://saradavedanta.org/event/meditation-retreat-at-darama/
LOCATION:Darama\, 234 Wallaby Hill Road\, Robertson\, Darama\, 234 Wallaby Hill Road\, Robertson\, New South Wales\, 2577\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260426T104500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260426T123000
DTSTAMP:20260826T234909
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SUMMARY:Sri Sankaracharya Birthday Celebration
DESCRIPTION:At Vedanta Hall  (open from 10.30 am for Meditation)\nor via Zoom from 11 am: ZOOM (Link)\nProgram: \n\nChanting by Sri Sarada Math Nuns\n Talk by Sankaran Loganathasundaram\nTalk by Pravrajika Sridharaprana\n\nDistribution of Offered Sweets & Savouries – Bring Some to Share \nShankaracharya (Born around 688 CE) was a youthful\, brilliant philosopher who revived the ailing state of spirituality in India. His commentaries on the scriptures and debates with leading philosophers of the time helped heal rifts. \nHe emphasized a scientific spirit towards religion and spirituality helping to discard superstitions and irrational ideas from the populace. His commentaries still stand out today\, immensely authoritative and respected by all. \nLearn more in the talk this Sunday.
URL:https://saradavedanta.org/event/sri-sankaracharya-birthday-celebration/
LOCATION:Vedanta Hall\, 15 LIVERPOOL ROAD\, CROYDON\, NSW\, 2132\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260503T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260503T123000
DTSTAMP:20260826T234909
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SUMMARY:Buddha's Birthday Celebration
DESCRIPTION:At Vedanta Hall  (open from 10.30 am for Meditation) or via ZOOM (Link)  from 11 am:\nProgram: \n\nChanting by Sri Sarada Math Nuns\n\nTalks: \n\nTalk by: Bandana Hore\nSpecial Feature Video talk on Buddha given in 2010 by Rev Pravrajika Ajayaprana Mataji\n\nDistribution of offered sweets & savouries – Bring some to share.
URL:https://saradavedanta.org/event/buddhas-birthday-celebration-2/
LOCATION:Vedanta Hall\, 15 LIVERPOOL ROAD\, CROYDON\, NSW\, 2132\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260517T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260517T160000
DTSTAMP:20260826T234909
CREATED:20260324T071601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T071630Z
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SUMMARY:Special Event: From Inner Peace to World Peace
DESCRIPTION:Save the Date! We hope you can join us in person or join us via Zoom:  https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88434388900\n 
URL:https://saradavedanta.org/event/special-event-from-inner-peace-to-world-peace/
LOCATION:Vedanta Hall\, 15 LIVERPOOL ROAD\, CROYDON\, NSW\, 2132\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260531T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260531T163000
DTSTAMP:20260826T234909
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SUMMARY:Meditation Day
DESCRIPTION:In real meditation you forget the body.\nYou feel such pleasure in it. You become so light.\nThis perfect rest we will get in meditation. \nSWAMI VIVEKANANDA \n\nRelaxation & Yoga Exercises—Led by Hiroko Yanamoto-Symonds\nGuided Meditation—Led by Robert Grant\nOverview of Meditation & It’s Methods – Talk by Pravrajika Gayatriprana\nGroup Discussion and Q & A\nWalking the Labyrinth—Walking Meditation\n\nLunch\, Morning & Afternoon Tea provided – Help with catering for lunch\, welcome. \nDonation for Retreat: $25 \nEnrolments: admin.saradavedanta@bigpond.com \nEnq: 0408 029 336  www.saradavedanta.org \nEnrol soon – Numbers limited to 20 \nJOIN US for a mini-meditation retreat in the peaceful\, open indoor space of Vedanta Hall. \nThe opening Yoga/ Relaxation session with Hiroko will create a relaxed and focused mood\, leading into Pravrajika Gayatriprana’s talk on meditation. \nRobert will lead a guided meditation\, taking us on a journey beyond all that we identify with\, beyond all that we think we are\, and beyond all that is impermanent. \nAfter lunch\, we will ‘walk the labyrinth’ one by one\, an ancient walking meditation practice that helps us focus\, contemplate\, and spiritually centre ourselves.
URL:https://saradavedanta.org/event/meditation-day/
LOCATION:Vedanta Hall\, 15 LIVERPOOL ROAD\, CROYDON\, NSW\, 2132\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260712T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260712T123000
DTSTAMP:20260826T234909
CREATED:20260317T012445Z
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SUMMARY:Yoga Sutras - Monthly Lecture Series
DESCRIPTION:Yoga Sutras\nA Monthly Lecture Series\n  \nTalk By Pravrajika Gayatriprana & Guided Meditation\nZoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88434388900 \n \nAt Vedanta Hall  (open from 10.30 am for Meditation) \nIn this Talk:\nIn this Talk: \nA well-controlled mind is our best friend\, leading us toward freedom. An uncontrolled mind\, on the other hand\, can become our worst enemy\, tempting us toward excess and self-destruction. So\, how can we learn to master our minds? \nGreat teachers offer different methods based on each person’s nature and tendencies. Still\, two disciplines are common to all approaches: practice and detachment. \nTo succeed in any area—whether sports\, the arts\, education\, or spiritual life—steady and consistent practice is essential. With enthusiasm and focus\, we can overcome obstacles and refine both body and mind\, helping us master whatever we pursue and reach perfection. \nThe freedom and strength we gain from detachment can replace the restless pull of desire. \nLearn more in the talk \nGuided Meditation: Grounded as a Mountain \nTHROUGHOUT humanity’s history\, mountains have been sacred homes for mystics and yogis\, awe-inspiring\, rejuvenating havens for the world-weary. \nThrough this guided meditation\, we will seek to be as still as a mountain\, to feel the steadiness\, strength\, and peace that mountains embody.
URL:https://saradavedanta.org/event/yoga-sutras-monthly-lecture-series/
LOCATION:Vedanta Hall\, 15 LIVERPOOL ROAD\, CROYDON\, NSW\, 2132\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260717T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260717T204500
DTSTAMP:20260826T234909
CREATED:20241002T013244Z
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SUMMARY:Vedanta Book Club - Monthly - Friday
DESCRIPTION:Join us in person at Vedanta Hall or via Zoom  \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/88434388900 \nDiscussion/ Q & A led by Pravrajika Sridharaprana\nBook Club Theme: Refining the Ego\n‘Once refined\, it can be a powerful tool in our hands. That is the underlying belief behind this attempt at refining the ego.’ \nFrom the book Vedanta in Practice – Spiritual Unfoldment\, lectures of Pravrajika Ajayaprana. \nDiscussion Themes:\n\nFOUR METHODS: A step toward overcoming egotism is admitting to ourselves that we have it. ‘I am alright’\, we might say ‘it is they who are arrogant.’ Like it or not\, we have to admit that we are arrogant now and then. Overcoming that requires nothing more complicated than humility.\nWHAT REMAINS: : Spiritual teachings assert we’re ‘immortal\, effulgent\, of magnificent beauty’\, but how often our muddled\, muddied mind spreads a smear of angst and sadness over the treasures within. What remains beyond intellect\, mind and ego is the Atman (Soul).\nTHE LIGHT OF LIFE: ‘Before you go into meditation … try to visualize a bright\, beautiful\, silvery light or golden orange light in the innermost core of your heart. That is your real nature.’\nAWARE OF ONENESS: ‘In that person who is aware of the oneness of the whole universe\, there is no ‘I’. A drop in the ocean has two identities. When it identifies itself as a drop\, it remains limited; when it identifies with the vast ocean – what happiness\, expanse\, and freedom it gets!‘\n\nWe look forward to exploring articles by our founding president\, Rev Pravrajika Ajayaprana Mataji\, and articles by other notable figures in the Vedanta movement. \nJoin our Vedanta Society members in exploring the deeper side of life. \nThe format includes a PowerPoint Presentation with slide-by-slide segments of the article and a discussion led by Pravrajika Sridharaprana \n \n 
URL:https://saradavedanta.org/event/vedanta-book-club-monthly-friday/
LOCATION:Vedanta Hall\, 15 LIVERPOOL ROAD\, CROYDON\, NSW\, 2132\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260726T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260726T123000
DTSTAMP:20260826T234909
CREATED:20240801T065031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T073418Z
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SUMMARY:Vedanta Book Club & Guided Meditation - Sunday Program
DESCRIPTION:Join us in person at Vedanta Hall or via Zoom  \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/88434388900 \nDiscussion/ Q & A led by Pravrajika Gayatriprana\nBook Club Theme: Refining the Ego\n‘Once refined\, it can be a powerful tool in our hands. That is the underlying belief behind this attempt at refining the ego.’ \nFrom the book Vedanta in Practice – Spiritual Unfoldment\, lectures of Pravrajika Ajayaprana. \nThe format includes a PowerPoint Presentation with slide-by-slide segments of the article and a discussion led by Pravrajika Gayatriprana and concludes with a Guided Meditation by Robert Grant \nDiscussion Themes:\n\nFOUR METHODS: A step toward overcoming egotism is admitting to ourselves that we have it. ‘I am alright’\, we might say ‘it is they who are arrogant.’ Like it or not\, we have to admit that we are arrogant now and then. Overcoming that requires nothing more complicated than humility.\nWHAT REMAINS: : Spiritual teachings assert we’re ‘immortal\, effulgent\, of magnificent beauty’\, but how often our muddled\, muddied mind spreads a smear of angst and sadness over the treasures within. What remains beyond intellect\, mind and ego is the Atman (Soul).\nTHE LIGHT OF LIFE: ‘Before you go into meditation … try to visualize a bright\, beautiful\, silvery light or golden orange light in the innermost core of your heart. That is your real nature.’\nAWARE OF ONENESS: ‘In that person who is aware of the oneness of the whole universe\, there is no ‘I’. A drop in the ocean has two identities. When it identifies itself as a drop\, it remains limited; when it identifies with the vast ocean – what happiness\, expanse\, and freedom it gets!‘\n\nGuided Meditation: Neti\, Neti ‘Not This\, Not This’ \nWelcome to this meditation that invites us to realize a simple fact of our experience: that whatever we perceive is not who we are. \nIn this guided meditation\, we will follow an ancient Vedic practice of discernment\, the process of ‘Neti Neti’\, Not This\, Not This. We’re going on a journey\, taking you beyond all that you identify with\, beyond all that you think you are\, beyond all that is impermanent. \n  \nWe look forward to exploring articles by our founding president\, Rev Pravrajika Ajayaprana Mataji\, and articles by other notable figures in the Vedanta movement. \nJoin our Vedanta Society members in exploring the deeper side of life. \n 
URL:https://saradavedanta.org/event/new-event-vedanta-book-club/
LOCATION:Vedanta Hall\, 15 LIVERPOOL ROAD\, CROYDON\, NSW\, 2132\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260802T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260802T133000
DTSTAMP:20260826T234909
CREATED:20210717T061412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T215143Z
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SUMMARY:Guru Purnima Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Honouring our Teachers: Spiritual and Secular\nVedanta Hall open from 10.30 am. Event commences at 11 am.  \nAlso available via Zoom from 11 am: ZOOM (Link) \nAlso recorded and uploaded later to: Vedanta Society of NSW YouTube Channel \nProgram: \nProgram:\n\nPowerPoint Presentation – Images from Vedanta Archives: 2001 – 2011\nTalk by Pravrajika Gayatriprana\nOpen Forum for Members & Friends\n\nConcludes with Lunch
URL:https://saradavedanta.org/event/guru-purnima-celebration/
LOCATION:Vedanta Hall\, 15 LIVERPOOL ROAD\, CROYDON\, NSW\, 2132\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260806T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260806T111500
DTSTAMP:20260826T234909
CREATED:20210323T032349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T072252Z
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SUMMARY:Yoga Class
DESCRIPTION:  \n \n  \n  \nAll are welcome to attend the weekly Yoga Class conducted in Vedanta Hall by Mrs Hiroko Yanamoto-Symonds. \nSince 1991 Hiroko has been studying and practising Yoga. Having completed Yoga Teacher training courses in Sydney and later in India\, she has been teaching Yoga since 2000. \nThe class is open to men and women of all ages and abilities. Class includes relaxation\, breathing and meditation exercises. NOTE: This is an established class with at least 5 people attending. \nATTEND FIRST CLASS FREE Class fees (Cash Only): \n5 class pass – $80 ($16 per class)10 Class pass – $150 ($15 per class)Casual Class – $20. (Casual Class Special price for Vedanta Society and Vedanta Centre Members – $15) \n(Note: No classes during School Holidays)
URL:https://saradavedanta.org/event/yoga-class-8/
LOCATION:Vedanta Hall\, 15 LIVERPOOL ROAD\, CROYDON\, NSW\, 2132\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260809T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260809T123000
DTSTAMP:20260826T234909
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SUMMARY:Gospel of Sri Ramakrishna - Monthly Talk
DESCRIPTION:Talk from 11 am  (10.30 am: Vedanta Hall open for Meditation) \nTalk by Pravrajika Sridharaprana\nIntroduction by Pravrajika Nityatmaprana\n& Guided Meditation by Pravrajika Ajayaprana\nNOTE: No Zoom Session Available for this Talk\nIn this Talk:\nChapter 44\nThe Master on Himself and His Experiences\nSeptember 2\, 1885\n  \nMaster’s renunciation \n“Well\, what do you think of this? When I touch a coin my hand gets twisted; my breathing stops. Further\, if tie a knot in the comer of my cloth\, I cannot breathe. My breathing stops until the knot is untied.” \nThe Master asked a devotee to bring a rupee. When Sri Ramakrishna held it in his hand\, the hand began to writhe with pain. The Master’s breathing also stopped. After the coin had been taken away\, he breathed deeply three times and his hand relaxed. The doctor became speechless with wonder to see this strange phenomenon. \nThe doctor said to M.\, “Action on the nerves.” \nMASTER (to the doctor): “I get into another state of mind. It is impossible for me to lay up anything. One day I visited Sambhu Mallick’s garden house. At that time I had been suffering badly from stomach trouble. Sambhu said to me: Take a grain of opium now and then. It will help you.’ He tied a little opium in a corner of my cloth. As I was returning to the Kāli temple\, I began to Vander about near the gate as if unable to find the way. Then I threw the opium away and at once regained my normal state. I returned to the temple garden. \n“One day at Kamarpukur I picked some mangoes. I was carrying them home. But I could not walk; I had to stay standing in one place. Then I left the mangoes in a hollow. Only after that could I return home. Well\, how do you explain that?” \nDOCTOR: “There is a force behind it. Will-force.” \nM: “He [meaning the Master] says that it is God-force. You say that it is will-force.” \nMASTER (to the doctor): “Again\, I get into such a state of mind that if someone says I am better\, I at once feel much better. The other day the brahmani said: ‘You are fifty per cent better.’ At once I began to dance.” \nSri Ramakrishna was much pleased with the physician. He said to him: “You have a very fine nature. There are two characteristics of knowledge: a peaceful nature and absence of pride.” \nM:. “The doctor has lost his wife.” \nMASTER (to the doctor): “I say that God can be realized if one feels drawn to Him by the intensity of these three attractions: the child’s attraction for the mother\, the husband’s attraction for the chaste wife\, and the attraction of worldly possessions for the worldly man. “Please cure me of my illness.” \nThe doctor was going to examine the Master’s throat Sri Ramakrishna was seated in a chair on the semicircular porch. Referring to Dr. Sarkar\, the Master said: “He is a villain. He pressed my tongue as if I were a cow.” \nDOCTOR: “He didn’t hurt you purposely.” \nMASTER: “No\, he pressed the tongue to make a thorough examination.” \nFrom Gospel of Sri Ramakrishna \n  \nThe Gospel of Sri Ramakrishna:  \nThe conversations between Sri Ramakrishna\, the 19th-century mystic and promoter of interfaith understanding\, and the brilliant\, questioning minds of Calcutta. In Sri Ramakrishna\, they came face-to-face with a type of Spirituality and mystical states they had only read about. Translated from Bengali by Swami Nikhilananda with the literary help of Margaret Woodrow Wilson\, daughter of President Woodrow Wilson and Joseph Campbell\, foreword by Aldous Huxley.
URL:https://saradavedanta.org/event/gospel-of-sri-ramakrishna-monthly-talk/
LOCATION:Vedanta Hall\, 15 LIVERPOOL ROAD\, CROYDON\, NSW\, 2132\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260813T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260813T111500
DTSTAMP:20260826T234909
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T072553Z
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SUMMARY:Yoga Class
DESCRIPTION:  \n     \n  \n  \nAll are welcome to attend the weekly Yoga Class conducted in Vedanta Hall by Mrs Hiroko Yanamoto-Symonds. Since 1991 Hiroko has been studying and practising Yoga. Having completed Yoga Teacher training courses in Sydney and later in India\, she has been teaching Yoga since 2000. The class is open to men and women of all ages and abilities. Class includes relaxation\, breathing and meditation exercises. NOTE: This is an established class with at least 5 people attending. ATTEND FIRST CLASS FREE Class fees (Cash Only): \n\n5 class pass – $80 ($16 per class)\n10 Class pass – $150 ($15 per class)\nCasual Class – $20. (Casual Class Special price for Vedanta Society and Vedanta Centre Members – $15)\n\n(Note: No classes during School Holidays)
URL:https://saradavedanta.org/event/yoga-class-4/
LOCATION:Vedanta Hall\, 15 LIVERPOOL ROAD\, CROYDON\, NSW\, 2132\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260816T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260816T123000
DTSTAMP:20260826T234909
CREATED:20210921T041120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T020431Z
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SUMMARY:Sunday Talk: Understanding Truth
DESCRIPTION:Talk from 11 am  (10.30 am: Vedanta Hall open for Meditation) \nTalk by Pravrajika Gayatriprana\n& Guided Meditation \nNO ZOOM SESSION AVAILABLE FOR THIS TALK\n \nIn this Talk:\nTRUTH is defined as ‘that which is unaffected by time\, place\, and causation.’ In this definition\, truth stands for God\, the Absolute\, or the ultimate Reality behind the universe. \nThe Vedas describe Absolute Reality\, or Brahman\, as Truth\, Knowledge\, Infinitude\, Auspiciousness\, and Beauty. We can extend this definition of Truth and say that anything that helps one’s progress towards God is Truth. \nIn his book\, ‘The Perennial Philosophy’\, Aldous Huxley says that in religious literature we use the word ‘Truth’ in at least three different ways. As ‘fact’ when we say ‘God is Truth’\, when we say ‘Worship God in spirit and in truth’\, and when we say ‘He or she spoke the truth.’ \nLearn more in the talk this Sunday.
URL:https://saradavedanta.org/event/sunday-talk-preparation-for-meditation/
LOCATION:Vedanta Hall\, 15 LIVERPOOL ROAD\, CROYDON\, NSW\, 2132\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260820T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260820T111500
DTSTAMP:20260826T234909
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T020604Z
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SUMMARY:Yoga Class
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nAll are welcome to attend the weekly Yoga Class conducted in Vedanta Hall by Mrs Hiroko Yanamoto-Symonds. \nSince 1991 Hiroko has been studying and practising Yoga. Having completed Yoga Teacher training courses in Sydney and later in India\, she has been teaching Yoga since 2000. \nThe class is open to men and women of all ages and abilities. Class includes relaxation\, breathing and meditation exercises. NOTE: This is an established class with at least 5 people attending. \nATTEND FIRST CLASS FREE Class fees (Cash Only): \n\n5 class pass – $80 ($16 per class)\n10 Class pass – $150 ($15 per class)\nCasual Class – $20. (Casual Class Special price for Vedanta Society and Vedanta Centre Members – $15)\n\n(Note: No classes during School Holidays)
URL:https://saradavedanta.org/event/yoga-class-9/
LOCATION:Vedanta Hall\, 15 LIVERPOOL ROAD\, CROYDON\, NSW\, 2132\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260828T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260828T204500
DTSTAMP:20260826T234909
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T082637Z
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SUMMARY:Bhagavad Gita Class/ Discussion
DESCRIPTION:From 7 pm at Vedanta Hall for Meditation\nOR From 7.30 pm join via    ZOOM (Link)\n\nGroup discussion led by Pravrajika Sridharaprana\, a senior nun of Sri Sarada Math of the Ramakrishna Order. \nStudy of Chapter 16: The Classsification of the Divine & Non-Divine Attributes:Verses 23 – 24\nDiscussion Themes:  \n\n\nTHERE IS a science to everything\, even to tying your shoelaces\, and in the ‘higher dimensions of life\, a spiritual science is to be followed.’ The scriptures provide the guide and methods to smoothly proceed on the path to perfection. \n\n\nSCRIPTURES are of two types. The higher type are based on eternal\, divine truths revealed to the saints and mystics. The lower scriptures are ‘human-composed’ ones\, relating more to societal rules and standards\, but are – and should – be subject to change\, to adapt to an ever-changing world. \n\n\nCAN THERE BE such a thing as ‘Spiritual Democracy’? If a society is stable\, governed well\, politically\, socially and economically healthy\, then people have the opportunity to pursue higher ideals\, to expand their outlook\, to foster ‘mutuality and interdependence’\, and to grow spiritually. A utopic view\, no doubt\, but humanity at its best can reach it. \n\n\nLearn more in the Discussion \nBhagavad Gita: \nWe’re exploring a spiritual classic that’s enriched cultures throughout Asia over the centuries and inspired leading figures in modern times from Mohandas Gandhi\, Albert Einstein\, Carl Jung\, and Aldous Huxley to astronaut Sunita Williams who took a copy of the Bhagavad Gita to the international space station. \nWe’re dipping into Swami Ranganathananda’s 3 volume commentary: Universal Message of the Bhagavad Gita. The late President of the Ramakrishna Order\, the Swami was a world thinker and cultural ambassador for India\, sponsored by the Government to travel to over 50 countries around the world giving lectures.
URL:https://saradavedanta.org/event/bhagavad-gita-class-discussion-2/
LOCATION:Vedanta Hall\, 15 LIVERPOOL ROAD\, CROYDON\, NSW\, 2132\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260904T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260904T204500
DTSTAMP:20260826T234909
CREATED:20210323T012907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T015852Z
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SUMMARY:Spiritual Evening: The Science of Happiness
DESCRIPTION:From 7 pm at Vedanta Hall for MeditationOR From 7.30 pm join via  ZOOM (Link)\nGroup discussion led by Pravrajika Sridharaprana\, a senior nun of Sri Sarada Math of the Ramakrishna Order. \nDiscussion Themes:\nSo many factors contribute to our happiness and general state of mind but given the fickleness of the external world\, inner happiness is our only reliable source for a steady path through life. Learn more in the regular discussions: \n\nCULTURING AWARENESS: In Cultured Awareness\, we are less identified with objects\, thoughts and emotions\, leading to an uncluttered mind not weighed down or drained by unnecessary thoughts. We’ll have more energy for ourselves and others.\nVEDANTA’S THREEFOLD METHOD FOR SELF-KNOWLEDGE: By (i) nurturing positive\, strengthening thoughts; (ii) by reinforcing them through steady vigilance – chasing away the negative ones – we’ll (iii) cultivate the right mental state to intuit reality through deeper meditation.\nMIND TURNED INWARD: If we practice meditation regularly and sincerely\, we will find we’re increasingly in charge of our minds. Our powers of attention focused.  Through Yoga\, our very thought processes can be made objective and studied. \n\nTeachings \nJoin the Discussion \nDrawing on the book: Science of Happiness –According to Yoga Vedanta by Pravrajika Divyanandaprana: a compilation of her talks given to students at the prestigious Indian Institute of Technology in New Delhi in 2018 \nPravrajika Divyananandaprana is a nun of Sri Sarada Math of the Ramakrishna Order. Thousands view her talks on YouTube. \nOur discussions tap into the wisdom of major world faiths and thinkers relating them to our daily life. You’re welcome to share your insights\, experiences\, and doubts with the group. \nFor more details about us and our activities visit: Vedanta Society of NSW Website: Website
URL:https://saradavedanta.org/event/spiritual-evening-4/
LOCATION:Vedanta Hall\, 15 LIVERPOOL ROAD\, CROYDON\, NSW\, 2132\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260906T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260906T210000
DTSTAMP:20260826T234909
CREATED:20210505T010124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T020840Z
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SUMMARY:Bhagavad Gita Class via Microsoft Teams
DESCRIPTION:Monthly Class conducted by Pravrajika Gayatriprana senior nun of Sri Sarada Math of the Ramakrishna Order\, live via Microsoft Teams.\nLink for Class:  Microsoft Teams \n\nBhagavad Gita: Join our exploration of a spiritual classic that’s enriched cultures throughout Asia over the centuries and inspired leading figures in modern times from Mohandas Gandhi\, Albert Einstein\, Carl Jung\, and Aldous Huxley to astronaut Sunita Williams who took a copy of the Bhagavad Gita to the international space station.
URL:https://saradavedanta.org/event/bhagavad-gita-class-via-zoom/
LOCATION:New South Wales
CATEGORIES:Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260913T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260913T203000
DTSTAMP:20260826T234909
CREATED:20260729T073500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T015248Z
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SUMMARY:Universal Heart - Play\, Song\, Music\, & Dance
DESCRIPTION:IN CELEBRATION of the Birth Centenary of Revered Pravrajika Ajayaprana Mataji\, we have hired the Zenith Theatre in Chatswood for a very special program of live music\, dance and a play. \nThe play\, ‘Universal Heart’\, highlights how Holy Mother\, Sri Sarada Devi\, a simple village woman\, inspired three powerful Western Women and others – followers of Swami Vivekananda – to expand the educational and occupational opportunities for women in India\, also culminating in the formation of the Sri Sarada Math Order of Nuns\, the first Order of its type entirely run by women. Rev. Ajayaprana established the Order’s first foreign Centre in Sydney in 1982. \nIt’s a play whose messages resonate in today’s society\, addressing the universal and timeless issues of seeking balance and fulfilment in our lives. \nPlease join us for this special early evening event\, which includes light dinner packets. \nAs the Theatre only has 251 seats\, we encourage you to BOOK EARLY. Networking to sell tickets among our members and friends have already begun. \nPLEASE NOTE: Ticket Sales open now: \nhttps://www.trybooking.com/DONKP \nor via QR Code: \n \n  \n 
URL:https://saradavedanta.org/event/universal-heart-play-song-music-dance/
LOCATION:Zenith Theatre Chatswood\, McIntosh and Railway St\, Chatswood\, New South Wales\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Upcoming
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