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14 Oct

Devotees to Gather for 24-Hour Spiritual Celebration of AKHAND RAMAYAN PATH at ISKCON CALGARY

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): ISKCON Calgary, under the auspices of the Radha Madhav Cultural Association (RMCA), will host a grand Akhand Ramayan Path, a continuous 24-hour recitation of the sacred epic Shri Ramayan, commencing on Saturday, October 18 at 3:30 PM and concluding on Sunday, October 19 at 4:30 PM. The event will take place at ISKCON temple located at 313 4th Street NE, Calgary, Alberta. This spiritual gathering will provide devotees and community members with an opportunity to immerse themselves in the divine pastimes of Lord Shri Ram, as the entire Ramayan will be recited from Baal Kand (the childhood…

ISKCON Calgary Celebrates Krishna Janmashtami with Devotion and Festivities

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma)– The ISKCON, Calgary marked the auspicious occasion of Krishna Janmashtami, the birth anniversary of Lord Krishna, with great devotion, music, and cultural festivities. The celebration drew hundreds of devotees and community members who came together to offer prayers and participate in the vibrant spiritual gathering. The temple was beautifully decorated with flowers and lights, creating a divine atmosphere. The evening featured bhajans, kirtan, and discourses on the teachings of Lord Krishna, emphasizing values of compassion, righteousness, and devotion. Children and youth presented cultural performances, including dance dramas depicting Krishna’s childhood pastimes, which captivated the audience. As midnight…

ISKCON Calgary’s 21st Annual Sri Jagannath Rath Yatra on June 22

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Calgary, (Rajeev Sharma) : The Radha Madhav Cultural Association (ISKCON Calgary) will present the spirit of devotion and cultural vibrancy to the city with the 21st Annual Sri Jagannath Rath Yatra Chariot Festival on Sunday, June 22, 2025. In an interview with National Times, Krishna Vidyadas Prabhu, one of the key organizers, highlighted the festival’s message of unity, love, and cultural harmony, welcoming all Calgarians regardless of background or faith. He stated that this highly anticipated spiritual and cultural event will commence with a grand chariot parade at 11:00 AM from 421 Riverfront Avenue, near the Harry Hays Building. Devotees…