Thaipusam Satsang
(Yearly event) Jan 27, 2024 to Feb 07, 2026 (ended)
Thaipusam is dedicated to the Hindu god Murugan, the son of Shiva and Parvati. Murugan is also known as Kartikeya, Subramaniam, Sanmukha, Shadanana, Skanda, and Guha. It is believed that on this day, Goddess Parvati presented a lance to Lord Murugan to help him vanquish the demon army of Tarakasura and put an end to their evil deeds. Thaipusam is celebrated to commemorate victory over evil. This vibrant festival symbolizes courage, devotion, and the triumph of light over darkness.
Join us for a day of community and devotion at MA Center Chicago featuring a Muruga puja and Muruga bhajans. Satsang will begin at 4:00 pm with archana (chanting the divine names). Here's the full schedule (subject to change):
4:00 pm - Archana (chanting of the divine names)
5:00 pm - Presentation about Thaipusam
5:20 pm - Murugan Thaipsuam satsang
5:30 pm - Thaipusam procession
6:00 pm - Abhishekam and puja, followed by bhajans, arati, meditation, closing prayers, and prasad
After satsang, a delicious vegetarian meal will be available for a modest donation.
If you have questions, please contact us at macenterchicago@ammagroups.org.
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Apr
26
6:00am - 8:30am
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Apr
26
10:00am - 1:00pm
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Sunday
Apr
26
2:00pm - 5:00pm
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Apr
26
3:00pm - 5:00pm
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Tuesday
Apr
28
8:00am - 9:00am
Location: MA Center Chicago satsang hall
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Tuesday
Apr
28
10:00am - 11:00am
The purpose of Yoga is for our inner well-being. It does not belong to any particular faith or religion. It was passed on to us by the ancient seers for the well-being of humanity. Yoga helps us reconnect with nature and eventually become one with God. - Amma
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Tuesday
Apr
28
6:30pm - 8:30pm
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Saturday
May
02
6:30am - 8:30am
Homa for World Peace and Mother Nature
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May
02
6:30am - 4:00pm
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May
02
2:00pm - 3:00pm
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All are welcome to join the ashram residents for daily spiritual practices in the satsang hall:
WHITE FLOWER MEDITATION
Sunday through Friday at 6:00 pm
Amma requests everyone to regularly practice this meditation once or twice a day for the benefit of the entire world. Join us live or via Zoom: https://bit.ly/maccmed
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EVENING BHAJANS
Sunday-Friday at 6:30 pm (in-person only)
- Guru Stotram chanting
- Bhajans (devotional singing)
- Closing prayers and arati
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