Gathering of the Sangha

1^st – 14^th February, 2010

at Swami Rama Sadhaka Grama

In February 2007, Swami Veda Bharati initiated our Guru Family into a three-year practice of the Ityukta mantra for the purpose of creating a Mindfield of Community – a Sangha. “With a stable mind, you can stabilize all external circumstances. A mindfield thus stabilized is called an organization or a sangha.”

संघे शक्ति कलौ युगे
Sanghe shakti kalau yuge
(saṁghe śakti kalau yuge)

In Kali Yuga, a group that has clarity of purpose
and a unified vision has tremendous power.

Join Swami Veda and our international spiritual community in February 2010 for:

\ Final Sacred Fire Offerings of the Ityukata Mantra

Join with others in our global sangha to complete the practice of the Ityukta mantra. Participate in the final sacred Fire Offerings of the Ityukta mantra 1^st – 12^th February, 2010.

Do not be discouraged if you have not done the practice. Swamiji has said, “Those who have not practiced are also welcome; they will benefit immensely.”

\ AHYMSIN Meetings and Satsang

Help create a vision and plan for AHYMSIN and ensure the transmission of the Himalayan Yoga Tradition to future generations. .

\ Initiation into the next set of Practices

Be present for initiation into the next set of practices to benefit you – your family – your community – and the world.

A sampling of additional activities during the Retreat:

Presentation of the Himalayan Tradition, its richness and comprehensiveness, and how it flows through AHYMSIN; the importance of sangha in our present time (Kaliyuga)
The significance of initiation and introduction of the new initiators
Shivaratri celebration on the night of February 12th
AHYMSIN discussions and election of officers
An SRSG sponsored field trip to Haridwar and the Kumbha Mela
Lectures about the Fire element and Fire ceremony practice
Opportunities to practice silence
Daily morning meditation and two hatha sessions most days
Celebration of the 10-year anniversary of the laying of the Foundation Stone for SRSG
Entertainment from International artists
Opportunities to visit sacred sites in the area

Cost of Retreat

The cost incurred by Swami Veda and the Ashram for the “Gathering of the Sangha” 14-day retreat is expected to be approximately Rs1,717,000 (roughly $45 per participant per day). Please note that it is the policy of SRSG to give special consideration to those living in countries with developing economies.

The costs include: SRSG room and board and use of facilities, food catering and tent, 12-day Ityukta Yajna, Celebration Bandara at conclusion of Yajna, AHYMSIN welcome packet including CDs and Booklets, and scheduled excursions. <Click here to view preliminary budget worksheet>

To Register

A deposit of $100 is recommended to secure your reservation. Electronic prepayment also helps the Ashram to prepare for the event.

The staff of the AHYMSIN office will be happy to take reservations or answer any questions. Ahymsin@gmail.com

In your email please include your contact information, date of arrival in India including flight number, and the dates you will be staying at SRSG.

Transport to Rishikesh and Sightseeing

SRSG Travels can arrange for your transport from Delhi to Rishikesh. The staff can also help you plan any excursions or sightseeing you would like to do while in India. Please contact Silvia at sadhakagrama@gmail.com .

Come Early or Extend Your Stay

You may arrange to arrive early or stay later. Listed are a few optional pre- and post-retreat suggestions:

Attend the Sarva Yoga International Congress February 14th-25th (www.sarvayoga.org)
Sightseeing tours to other places of interest in India – SRSG Travels can help (sadhakagrama@gmail.com)
Undertake an extended Silence Retreat under the guidance of Swami Veda
Revitalize through Pancha Karma treatment
Join the March Teacher Training Program at SRSG (www.himalayanyogatradition.com)