Sabbatical 2011<\/p>\n
After completing the bhakta course or similar training programme, sabbatical is an introduction to the ideal practice of KC, with the focus of internal development and application.<\/p>\n
This will be two part programme with a focus on four areas:<\/p>\n
Sanga (Association): Devotees need to experience deep relationships that everyone is yearning for, through selfless service towards each other with Krishna in the centre.<\/p>\n
Sastra (Scripture): All the acharyas taught us that the greatest need for today is people who can live by the pure teachings of Krishna Consciousness.<\/p>\n
Sadacara (Character): Philosophy without good character is useless.<\/p>\n
Skills: Practical Skills are that central to vaisnava culture and lifestyle.<\/p>\n
For more information read below and see poster attached.<\/p>\n
Sabbatical Part 1 \/ Brahmachari Training<\/p>\n
This is a six month residential course at Bhaktivedanta Manor starting on the 24th January 2011 and completing on the 31st July 2011.<\/p>\n
Major highlights include:<\/p>\n
Learning to play musical instruments<\/p>\n
Learning to cook<\/p>\n
Bhakti shastri<\/p>\n
Learning and reciting key verses<\/p>\n
Assortment of self development and skills sessions<\/p>\n
Book distribution<\/p>\n
Harinam<\/p>\n
Participating in upcoming festivals<\/p>\n
Annual European brahmacari convention<\/p>\n
Travelling and preaching in various parts of UK and Europe<\/p>\n
Schedule will be facilitated by resident brahmacharis, deciples of Srila Prabhupada and various Sannyasis.<\/p>\n
To commend success in completing the course, students will be awarded Bhakti Shastri \/ Sabbatical Course certificate.<\/p>\n
Please note there are limited places on this course and there is an application form (attached) to be completed and sent back by 17th January 2011.<\/p>\n
Sabbatical Part 2 \/ India<\/p>\n
This is a three month residential course starting on 6th September 2011 and completing on the 22cd December 2011.<\/p>\n
There will be an introductory week at Bhaktivedanta Manor then travel to India making your base at Radhagopinath Temple (Chowpatty), flagship centre for training and education in bhakti-yoga, devotees benefit from the wonderful association and guidance of senior practitioners from all walks of life.<\/p>\n
Major highlights include:<\/p>\n
Travelling and preaching in various parts of India<\/p>\n
Bhagavad Gita study<\/p>\n
Learning and reciting key verses<\/p>\n
Book distribution<\/p>\n
Participating in upcoming festivals<\/p>\n
Accompanying HH Radhanath Maharaj on Yatra<\/p>\n
Visiting holy Dhams during the month of Kartik (Vrindavan, Mayapur and Jaganath Puri)<\/p>\n
Schedule will be facilitated by resident brahmacharis, deciples of Srila Prabhupada and various Sannyasis.<\/p>\n
To commend success in completing the course, students will be awarded Bhakti Shastri \/ Sabbatical Course certificate.<\/p>\n
Please note there are limited places on this course and there is an application form (attached) to be completed and sent back by the End of February 2011.<\/p>\n
Feedback<\/p>\n
\u00e2\u20ac\u0153Engaging in study of Srila Prabhupada\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s books and developing my sadhana, has given me an incredible spiritual foundation in preparation to re-enter the professional working environment\u00e2\u20ac\u009d (Kiran-UK)<\/p>\n
\u00e2\u20ac\u0153Staying at the Manor and Chowpatty Temple was so amazing! It took my Krishna Consciousness to another level\u00e2\u20ac\u009d (Uwe \u00e2\u20ac\u201c Germany)<\/p>\n
\u00e2\u20ac\u0153I was pleasantly surprised that part of the training course consisted of developing skills such as management principles and public speaking\u00e2\u20ac\u009d (Sunny \u00e2\u20ac\u201c UK)<\/p>\n
\u00e2\u20ac\u0153A life changing experience, everyone must try it! I truly realised the value of Prabhupada\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s books and the wonder of vaisnava association\u00e2\u20ac\u009d (Raj – India)<\/p>\n
To find out if you can take part in this valuable experience, please contact us.<\/p>\n
We look forward to hearing from you soon.<\/p>\n
Yours in the service of Srila Prabhupada,<\/p>\n
Kanhaiya Das<\/p>\n
Brahmachari Ashram<\/p>\n
Bhaktivedanta Manor<\/p>\n
Hilfield Lane,<\/p>\n
Aldenham,<\/p>\n
Watford,<\/p>\n
Hertfordshire<\/p>\n
WD25 8EZ<\/p>\n
E-mail: ashram@krishnatemple.com<\/p>\n
Daytime phone number: 07930 464 750 & 01923 851 000
\nClick here to read the prospectus (PDF document)<\/a><\/p>\n