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Celebrate Sacred Festivals with Devotion and Joy
Experience vibrant celebrations featuring kirtan, prayers, cultural programs, spiritual discourses, and prasadam, bringing families together to honor divine appearances, deepen devotion, and foster community connection throughout the year joyfully collectively.
Sri Krishna Janmashtami
Sri Krishna Janmashtami marks the divine appearance of Lord Sri Krishna, the Supreme Personality of Godhead. On this sacred day, devotees joyfully celebrate the Lord’s descent to protect the righteous, remove negativity, and re-establish the principles of devotion and love.
At ISKCON Durham, Janmashtami is observed with devotional singing, prayers, spiritual discourses, and heartfelt remembrance of Lord Krishna’s divine pastimes.
Sri Radhashtami
Sri Radhashtami commemorates the divine appearance of Srimati Radharani, the eternal consort of Lord Krishna and the embodiment of pure devotional love. She represents the highest form of devotion and compassion.
Devotees at ISKCON Durham honor this sacred day by glorifying Srimati Radharani’s divine qualities and seeking her mercy to develop sincere devotion to Lord Krishna.
Sri Narasimha Chaturdasi
Sri Narasimha Chaturdasi celebrates the appearance of Lord Narasimhadeva, the powerful incarnation of the Lord who protected His devotee Prahlada Maharaja and destroyed evil.
This festival reminds devotees of the Lord’s promise to always protect those who surrender to Him. Special prayers and kirtans are offered at ISKCON Durham on this auspicious occasion.
Sri Rama Navami
Sri Rama Navami marks the divine appearance of Lord Rama, the perfect king and the ideal example of righteousness, devotion, and duty.
At ISKCON Durham, devotees remember Lord Rama’s divine qualities and teachings, reflecting on how to apply dharma, truthfulness, and devotion in everyday life.
Sri Gaura Purnima
Sri Gaura Purnima celebrates the appearance of Lord Chaitanya Mahaprabhu, the golden avatar who spread the chanting of the Holy Names as the easiest path of spiritual realization.
This sacred day is joyfully observed with congregational chanting, spiritual discussions, and celebrations that honor Lord Chaitanya’s mission of love, mercy, and devotion.
Sri Nityananda Trayodashi
Sri Nityananda Trayodashi commemorates the appearance of Lord Nityananda Prabhu, the eternal associate of Lord Chaitanya Mahaprabhu and the incarnation of Lord Balarama.
At ISKCON Durham, devotees celebrate this festival by seeking Lord Nityananda’s mercy, as He is known for His unlimited compassion and kindness toward all souls.
Damodar Month (Kartik)
The holy month of Kartik, also known as the Damodar Month, is especially dear to Lord Krishna and Srimati Radharani. This month commemorates the loving pastime of Mother Yashoda binding Lord Krishna with ropes of affection.
Devotees at ISKCON Durham observe Kartik by offering lamps, prayers, and devotional service, emphasizing love, humility, and pure devotion.
Diwali & Govardhan Puja
Diwali, the Festival of Lights, signifies the victory of light over darkness and devotion over ignorance. In the Vaishnava tradition, it is deeply connected to divine pastimes of the Lord.
Govardhan Puja commemorates Lord Krishna lifting Govardhan Hill to protect the residents of Vrindavan. This festival teaches surrender, gratitude, and loving service to the Lord.
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