Guru Purnima Celebration - West End

Guru Purnima is a day for celebration and worship of the Guru.

Amma said the following in her July 3, 2012 Guru Purnima address: “In reality, there is no new message to deliver about spirituality. ‘Everything is God, there is nothing else but God.’ This is the only message. This is the single message in the Upanishads, Vedas, Bhagavad Gita and Puranas. When we say that there are 108 Upanishads, we should understand that it is actually, 108 different ways of conveying the same message.

“Amma’s only desire is for Her children to be happy. Happiness is within everyone, but we are not able to experience it. This is because of our likes and dislikes. We are in the grip of our ego and because of this we hold on to our likes and dislikes. In order to break away from the ego, we need the help of a Satguru. Amma’s goal is to give her children this strength and love. If we let go of our likes and dislikes, we will become fit vessels to receive the Guru’s ever flowing grace. We can become freed from our mind and become a blessing to the entire world."

The Vancouver July 31, 2015 Guru Purnima program will consist of:

• Chanting 108 Names of Amma
• Amma's Teachings - a reading from Amma's texts.
• Singing of Bhajans - beautiful devotional songs
• Arati (offering the flame) and closing prayers
• Meditation - short, unguided, group meditation.

This will be followed by a delicious vegetarian meal. Please contact Benjamin & Stefanie if you would like to bring a food item.

Although not required, all donations are welcomed, and go towards Amma's charitable activities - Embracing the World - around the world.

Contact 

Benjamin & Stefanie: (604) 684-0844

Location

Apt. 202 - 1012 Broughton Street, Vancouver