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SUMMARY:Babaji Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Babaji weekends are a wonderful opportunity to experience the rhythm of life at the ashram. During these weekends\, the teachings of Haidakhan (‘Herakhan’) Babaji are central. There is a program with ceremonies\, communal singing\, and Karma Yoga. In the early morning\, one can take time for meditation or japa and possibly yoga.  \nThese weekends take place regularly\, just before or during the full moon. The weekend begins on Friday evening and ends on Sunday afternoon after the (vegetarian) lunch.  You can find all the dates in this calendar.  \nFriday (evening) \n7:00 PM: Aarti (light ceremony and chanting of mantras) \n8:00 PM: Simple evening meal \nSaturday \n6:30 AM: Silent meditation fire or silent havan (Vedic fire ceremony) \n8:00 AM: Aarti (light ceremony and chanting of mantras) \n9:00 AM: Breakfast followed by Karma Yoga \n10:00 AM: Tour and introduction for new visitors \n1:15 PM: Prasad (warm lunch) \nAfter lunch: Break and rest until 4:00 PM \n4:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Karma Yoga \n7:00 PM: Aarti \n8:00 PM: Simple evening meal \n10:00 PM: Silence\, rest \nSometimes there is a yoga class at 4:45 PM and kirtan in the dhuni at 9:00 PM. \nSunday \n6:00 AM: Silent meditation fire in the dhuni \n7:00 AM: Paduka Puja in the Babaji Kutir (chalet); a ceremony to invite Mahavatar Babaji into everyone’s heart \n8:00 AM: Aarti (light ceremony and chanting of mantras) \n10:00 AM: Festive havan (fire ceremony) at the open fire site \nAround 11:30 AM: Karma Yoga \nAround 1:30 PM: Prasad (warm lunch) \nAfter lunch: conclusion of the weekend.   \nYou are welcome to participate in Aarti at 7:00 PM. Of course\, you can extend your stay; please indicate this by email.  \nArrival is possible on Friday afternoon or on Saturday\, preferably not between 2:00-4:00 PM due to the rest period. \nYou can register via the contact form or send an email to sadashivadham@gmail.com indicating when and what time you want to come and how many nights you wish to stay. \nAlso\, see the Visit page for practical information about your stay. \nAn important aspect of a Babaji Weekend is the Being Together\, expressed by a Vedic mantra as follows: \nOm Shanavavatu Sahanau bhunaktu\nSaha viryam karavavahai\nTejasvina vadhitmastu\nMa vidvishavahai\nOm shanti\, shanti\, shanti. \n“Aum\, may we proceed together and support each other\nMay we act courageously together\nMay we meditate together on the highest divine light\nMay we not quarrel or be jealous of each other\nAum\, peace\, peace\, peace.” \n 
URL:https://babaji.nl/en/event/babaji-weekend-3/
LOCATION:Ashram Sadashiva Dham\, Vrijenbergweg 60\, Loenen\, Netherlands
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270407
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270416
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CREATED:20261002T123850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T123850Z
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SUMMARY:Navaratri
DESCRIPTION:Twice a year\, in spring and autumn\, the festival for the universal Mother is celebrated at Sadashiva Dham. The universal Mother is the dynamic aspect of creation\, that which gives form and sets everything in motion. The celebration lasts a total of 9 days. During these 9 days\, the energy is experienced as particularly gentle and peaceful. Participating acts as a form of meditation. The effect is healing for ourselves and our surroundings.      \nIt is possible to attend all 9 days\, a few days\, or just a morning. The daily program:  \n6:30 AM: Paduka Puja in the Babaji Kutir (chalet)\, a ceremony to invite Mahavatar Babaji into everyone’s heart \n7:30 AM: Aarti (light ceremony and chanting of mantras) \n8:30 AM: Devi Puja\, special ceremony to welcome the Divine Mother \n9:15 AM: Reading together from the Saptashati\, the 700 verses for the Mother \n10:30 AM: Havan\, Vedic fire ceremony for the Divine Mother for harmony and peace \n12:00 PM: Karma Yoga \n1:15 PM: Prasad (warm lunch) \nAfter lunch: Break and rest \n4:00 PM: Karma Yoga \n4:30 PM: Satsang in the temple: sitting together and speaking in truth or reading in the Devi Bhagavatam\, an ancient Vedic text about the Divine Mother (subject to change) \n7:00 PM: Aarti \n10:00 PM: Silence\, rest \nYou can register via the contact form or send an email to sadashivadham@gmail.com indicating when you would like to come and how many nights you wish to stay.
URL:https://babaji.nl/en/event/navaratri-4/
LOCATION:Ashram Sadashiva Dham\, Vrijenbergweg 60\, Loenen\, Netherlands
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270514
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270517
DTSTAMP:20261002T123506Z
CREATED:20261002T123506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T123506Z
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SUMMARY:Babaji Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Babaji weekends are a wonderful opportunity to experience the rhythm of life at the ashram. During these weekends\, the teachings of Haidakhan (‘Herakhan’) Babaji are central. There is a program with ceremonies\, communal singing\, and Karma Yoga. In the early morning\, one can take time for meditation or japa and possibly yoga.  \nThese weekends take place regularly\, just before or during the full moon. The weekend begins on Friday evening and ends on Sunday afternoon after the (vegetarian) lunch.  You can find all the dates in this calendar.  \nFriday (evening) \n7:00 PM: Aarti (light ceremony and chanting of mantras) \n8:00 PM: Simple evening meal \nSaturday \n6:30 AM: Silent meditation fire or silent havan (Vedic fire ceremony) \n8:00 AM: Aarti (light ceremony and chanting of mantras) \n9:00 AM: Breakfast followed by Karma Yoga \n10:00 AM: Tour and introduction for new visitors \n1:15 PM: Prasad (warm lunch) \nAfter lunch: Break and rest until 4:00 PM \n4:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Karma Yoga \n7:00 PM: Aarti \n8:00 PM: Simple evening meal \n10:00 PM: Silence\, rest \nSometimes there is a yoga class at 4:45 PM and kirtan in the dhuni at 9:00 PM. \nSunday \n6:00 AM: Silent meditation fire in the dhuni \n7:00 AM: Paduka Puja in the Babaji Kutir (chalet); a ceremony to invite Mahavatar Babaji into everyone’s heart \n8:00 AM: Aarti (light ceremony and chanting of mantras) \n10:00 AM: Festive havan (fire ceremony) at the open fire site \nAround 11:30 AM: Karma Yoga \nAround 1:30 PM: Prasad (warm lunch) \nAfter lunch: conclusion of the weekend.   \nYou are welcome to participate in Aarti at 7:00 PM. Of course\, you can extend your stay; please indicate this by email.  \nArrival is possible on Friday afternoon or on Saturday\, preferably not between 2:00-4:00 PM due to the rest period. \nYou can register via the contact form or send an email to sadashivadham@gmail.com indicating when and what time you want to come and how many nights you wish to stay. \nAlso\, see the Visit page for practical information about your stay. \nAn important aspect of a Babaji Weekend is the Being Together\, expressed by a Vedic mantra as follows: \nOm Shanavavatu Sahanau bhunaktu\nSaha viryam karavavahai\nTejasvina vadhitmastu\nMa vidvishavahai\nOm shanti\, shanti\, shanti. \n“Aum\, may we proceed together and support each other\nMay we act courageously together\nMay we meditate together on the highest divine light\nMay we not quarrel or be jealous of each other\nAum\, peace\, peace\, peace.” \n 
URL:https://babaji.nl/en/event/babaji-weekend-6/
LOCATION:Ashram Sadashiva Dham\, Vrijenbergweg 60\, Loenen\, Netherlands
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270618
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270621
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SUMMARY:Babaji Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Babaji weekends are a wonderful opportunity to experience the rhythm of life at the ashram. During these weekends\, the teachings of Haidakhan (‘Herakhan’) Babaji are central. There is a program with ceremonies\, communal singing\, and Karma Yoga. In the early morning\, one can take time for meditation or japa and possibly yoga.  \nThese weekends take place regularly\, just before or during the full moon. The weekend begins on Friday evening and ends on Sunday afternoon after the (vegetarian) lunch.  You can find all the dates in this calendar.  \nFriday (evening) \n7:00 PM: Aarti (light ceremony and chanting of mantras) \n8:00 PM: Simple evening meal \nSaturday \n6:30 AM: Silent meditation fire or silent havan (Vedic fire ceremony) \n8:00 AM: Aarti (light ceremony and chanting of mantras) \n9:00 AM: Breakfast followed by Karma Yoga \n10:00 AM: Tour and introduction for new visitors \n1:15 PM: Prasad (warm lunch) \nAfter lunch: Break and rest until 4:00 PM \n4:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Karma Yoga \n7:00 PM: Aarti \n8:00 PM: Simple evening meal \n10:00 PM: Silence\, rest \nSometimes there is a yoga class at 4:45 PM and kirtan in the dhuni at 9:00 PM. \nSunday \n6:00 AM: Silent meditation fire in the dhuni \n7:00 AM: Paduka Puja in the Babaji Kutir (chalet); a ceremony to invite Mahavatar Babaji into everyone’s heart \n8:00 AM: Aarti (light ceremony and chanting of mantras) \n10:00 AM: Festive havan (fire ceremony) at the open fire site \nAround 11:30 AM: Karma Yoga \nAround 1:30 PM: Prasad (warm lunch) \nAfter lunch: conclusion of the weekend.   \nYou are welcome to participate in Aarti at 7:00 PM. Of course\, you can extend your stay; please indicate this by email.  \nArrival is possible on Friday afternoon or on Saturday\, preferably not between 2:00-4:00 PM due to the rest period. \nYou can register via the contact form or send an email to sadashivadham@gmail.com indicating when and what time you want to come and how many nights you wish to stay. \nAlso\, see the Visit page for practical information about your stay. \nAn important aspect of a Babaji Weekend is the Being Together\, expressed by a Vedic mantra as follows: \nOm Shanavavatu Sahanau bhunaktu\nSaha viryam karavavahai\nTejasvina vadhitmastu\nMa vidvishavahai\nOm shanti\, shanti\, shanti. \n“Aum\, may we proceed together and support each other\nMay we act courageously together\nMay we meditate together on the highest divine light\nMay we not quarrel or be jealous of each other\nAum\, peace\, peace\, peace.” \n 
URL:https://babaji.nl/en/event/babaji-weekend-18/
LOCATION:Ashram Sadashiva Dham\, Vrijenbergweg 60\, Loenen\, Netherlands
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270718
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270719
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SUMMARY:Guru Purnima
DESCRIPTION:Guru Purnima is celebrated on the day of the full moon in July. The celebration is dedicated to the Guru\, the external and internal Guru who leads our lives from darkness to light. At Sadashiva Dham\, this day is specially dedicated to Mahavatar Babaji and Muniraji\, who are the inspiration and guiding force for our ashram.   \nDaily program\nMorning: \n6:30 AM: Silent havan \n7:30 AM: Aarti (light ceremony and chanting of mantras) \n9:00 AM: Paduka Puja with Abishek in honor of Babaji\, Muniraj\, and all teachers who assist people on their path to Truth\, Simplicity\, and Love  \n10:30 AM: Havan\, Vedic fire ceremony \n12:00 PM: Karma Yoga – at various times throughout the day \n1:30 PM: Prasad (warm lunch) \nAfternoon: \nAfter lunch: Break and rest until 4:00 PM \n4:30 PM – 6:00 PM: Satsang and Kirtan \nEvening:\n \n7:00 PM: Aarti \n10:00 PM: Silence\, rest \nMinor adjustments to the program are subject to change.\nThe Guru Purnima celebration at Sadashiva Dham will be only one day in 2027.
URL:https://babaji.nl/en/event/guru-purnima/
LOCATION:Ashram Sadashiva Dham\, Vrijenbergweg 60\, Loenen\, Netherlands
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270813
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270816
DTSTAMP:20261002T123619Z
CREATED:20261002T123619Z
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SUMMARY:Babaji Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Babaji weekends are a wonderful opportunity to experience the rhythm of life at the ashram. During these weekends\, the teachings of Haidakhan (‘Herakhan’) Babaji are central. There is a program with ceremonies\, communal singing\, and Karma Yoga. In the early morning\, one can take time for meditation or japa and possibly yoga.  \nThese weekends take place regularly\, just before or during the full moon. The weekend begins on Friday evening and ends on Sunday afternoon after the (vegetarian) lunch.  You can find all the dates in this calendar.  \nFriday (evening) \n7:00 PM: Aarti (light ceremony and chanting of mantras) \n8:00 PM: Simple evening meal \nSaturday \n6:30 AM: Silent meditation fire or silent havan (Vedic fire ceremony) \n8:00 AM: Aarti (light ceremony and chanting of mantras) \n9:00 AM: Breakfast followed by Karma Yoga \n10:00 AM: Tour and introduction for new visitors \n1:15 PM: Prasad (warm lunch) \nAfter lunch: Break and rest until 4:00 PM \n4:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Karma Yoga \n7:00 PM: Aarti \n8:00 PM: Simple evening meal \n10:00 PM: Silence\, rest \nSometimes there is a yoga class at 4:45 PM and kirtan in the dhuni at 9:00 PM. \nSunday \n6:00 AM: Silent meditation fire in the dhuni \n7:00 AM: Paduka Puja in the Babaji Kutir (chalet); a ceremony to invite Mahavatar Babaji into everyone’s heart \n8:00 AM: Aarti (light ceremony and chanting of mantras) \n10:00 AM: Festive havan (fire ceremony) at the open fire site \nAround 11:30 AM: Karma Yoga \nAround 1:30 PM: Prasad (warm lunch) \nAfter lunch: conclusion of the weekend.   \nYou are welcome to participate in Aarti at 7:00 PM. Of course\, you can extend your stay; please indicate this by email.  \nArrival is possible on Friday afternoon or on Saturday\, preferably not between 2:00-4:00 PM due to the rest period. \nYou can register via the contact form or send an email to sadashivadham@gmail.com indicating when and what time you want to come and how many nights you wish to stay. \nAlso\, see the Visit page for practical information about your stay. \nAn important aspect of a Babaji Weekend is the Being Together\, expressed by a Vedic mantra as follows: \nOm Shanavavatu Sahanau bhunaktu\nSaha viryam karavavahai\nTejasvina vadhitmastu\nMa vidvishavahai\nOm shanti\, shanti\, shanti. \n“Aum\, may we proceed together and support each other\nMay we act courageously together\nMay we meditate together on the highest divine light\nMay we not quarrel or be jealous of each other\nAum\, peace\, peace\, peace.” \n 
URL:https://babaji.nl/en/event/babaji-weekend-19/
LOCATION:Ashram Sadashiva Dham\, Vrijenbergweg 60\, Loenen\, Netherlands
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270910
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270913
DTSTAMP:20261002T123653Z
CREATED:20261002T123653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T123653Z
UID:2804-1820534400-1820793599@babaji.nl
SUMMARY:Babaji Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Babaji weekends are a wonderful opportunity to experience the rhythm of life at the ashram. During these weekends\, the teachings of Haidakhan (‘Herakhan’) Babaji are central. There is a program with ceremonies\, communal singing\, and Karma Yoga. In the early morning\, one can take time for meditation or japa and possibly yoga.  \nThese weekends take place regularly\, just before or during the full moon. The weekend begins on Friday evening and ends on Sunday afternoon after the (vegetarian) lunch.  You can find all the dates in this calendar.  \nFriday (evening) \n7:00 PM: Aarti (light ceremony and chanting of mantras) \n8:00 PM: Simple evening meal \nSaturday \n6:30 AM: Silent meditation fire or silent havan (Vedic fire ceremony) \n8:00 AM: Aarti (light ceremony and chanting of mantras) \n9:00 AM: Breakfast followed by Karma Yoga \n10:00 AM: Tour and introduction for new visitors \n1:15 PM: Prasad (warm lunch) \nAfter lunch: Break and rest until 4:00 PM \n4:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Karma Yoga \n7:00 PM: Aarti \n8:00 PM: Simple evening meal \n10:00 PM: Silence\, rest \nSometimes there is a yoga class at 4:45 PM and kirtan in the dhuni at 9:00 PM. \nSunday \n6:00 AM: Silent meditation fire in the dhuni \n7:00 AM: Paduka Puja in the Babaji Kutir (chalet); a ceremony to invite Mahavatar Babaji into everyone’s heart \n8:00 AM: Aarti (light ceremony and chanting of mantras) \n10:00 AM: Festive havan (fire ceremony) at the open fire site \nAround 11:30 AM: Karma Yoga \nAround 1:30 PM: Prasad (warm lunch) \nAfter lunch: conclusion of the weekend.   \nYou are welcome to participate in Aarti at 7:00 PM. Of course\, you can extend your stay; please indicate this by email.  \nArrival is possible on Friday afternoon or on Saturday\, preferably not between 2:00-4:00 PM due to the rest period. \nYou can register via the contact form or send an email to sadashivadham@gmail.com indicating when and what time you want to come and how many nights you wish to stay. \nAlso\, see the Visit page for practical information about your stay. \nAn important aspect of a Babaji Weekend is the Being Together\, expressed by a Vedic mantra as follows: \nOm Shanavavatu Sahanau bhunaktu\nSaha viryam karavavahai\nTejasvina vadhitmastu\nMa vidvishavahai\nOm shanti\, shanti\, shanti. \n“Aum\, may we proceed together and support each other\nMay we act courageously together\nMay we meditate together on the highest divine light\nMay we not quarrel or be jealous of each other\nAum\, peace\, peace\, peace.” \n 
URL:https://babaji.nl/en/event/babaji-weekend-20/
LOCATION:Ashram Sadashiva Dham\, Vrijenbergweg 60\, Loenen\, Netherlands
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270930
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20271010
DTSTAMP:20261002T124357Z
CREATED:20261002T124357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T124357Z
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SUMMARY:Navaratri
DESCRIPTION:Twice a year\, in spring and autumn\, the festival for the universal Mother is celebrated at Sadashiva Dham. The universal Mother is the dynamic aspect of creation\, that which gives form and sets everything in motion. The celebration lasts a total of 9 days. During these 9 days\, the energy is experienced as particularly gentle and peaceful. Participating acts as a form of meditation. The effect is healing for ourselves and our surroundings.      \nIt is possible to attend all 9 days\, a few days\, or just a morning. The daily program:  \n6:30 AM: Paduka Puja in the Babaji Kutir (chalet)\, a ceremony to invite Mahavatar Babaji into everyone’s heart \n7:30 AM: Aarti (light ceremony and chanting of mantras) \n8:30 AM: Devi Puja\, special ceremony to welcome the Divine Mother \n9:15 AM: Reading together from the Saptashati\, the 700 verses for the Mother \n10:30 AM: Havan\, Vedic fire ceremony for the Divine Mother for harmony and peace \n12:00 PM: Karma Yoga \n1:15 PM: Prasad (warm lunch) \nAfter lunch: Break and rest \n4:00 PM: Karma Yoga \n4:30 PM: Satsang in the temple: sitting together and speaking in truth or reading in the Devi Bhagavatam\, an ancient Vedic text about the Divine Mother (subject to change) \n7:00 PM: Aarti \n10:00 PM: Silence\, rest \nTo conclude\, on Saturday\, October 9\, we celebrate Dussehra; the victory of good over evil\, of light over darkness. \nYou can register via the contact form or send an email to sadashivadham@gmail.com indicating when you would like to come and how many nights you wish to stay.
URL:https://babaji.nl/en/event/navaratri-5/
LOCATION:Ashram Sadashiva Dham\, Vrijenbergweg 60\, Loenen\, Netherlands
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20271028
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20271029
DTSTAMP:20261002T124834Z
CREATED:20261002T124834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T124834Z
UID:2827-1824681600-1824767999@babaji.nl
SUMMARY:Diwali
DESCRIPTION:The festival of Diwali is celebrated every year between mid-October and mid-November\, on the day of the new moon. It honors Lakshmi\, the feminine divine power in creation who brings prosperity and abundance at every level of life. It’s also called the festival of lights because\, in the evening\, lamps are lit everywhere so Lakshmi can easily find her way and offer her blessings.   \nThe day is spent cleaning the different spaces and putting up decorations. \nAt 4:30 PM\, we’ll hold a small Kali puja. Kali is an aspect of the Divine Mother who destroys negativity\, drives away darkness\, and fosters spirituality.  \nAarti starts at 7:00 PM. \nIn the evening\, as a welcome for Lakshmi\, tea lights and candles are lit. At 9 PM\, we’ll celebrate the Lakshmi puja in the temple for Diwali.
URL:https://babaji.nl/en/event/diwali-3/
LOCATION:Ashram Sadashiva Dham\, Vrijenbergweg 60\, Loenen\, Netherlands
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20271112
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20271115
DTSTAMP:20261002T123730Z
CREATED:20261002T123730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T123730Z
UID:2807-1825977600-1826236799@babaji.nl
SUMMARY:Babaji Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Babaji weekends are a wonderful opportunity to experience the rhythm of life at the ashram. During these weekends\, the teachings of Haidakhan (‘Herakhan’) Babaji are central. There is a program with ceremonies\, communal singing\, and Karma Yoga. In the early morning\, one can take time for meditation or japa and possibly yoga.  \nThese weekends take place regularly\, just before or during the full moon. The weekend begins on Friday evening and ends on Sunday afternoon after the (vegetarian) lunch.  You can find all the dates in this calendar.  \nFriday (evening) \n7:00 PM: Aarti (light ceremony and chanting of mantras) \n8:00 PM: Simple evening meal \nSaturday \n6:30 AM: Silent meditation fire or silent havan (Vedic fire ceremony) \n8:00 AM: Aarti (light ceremony and chanting of mantras) \n9:00 AM: Breakfast followed by Karma Yoga \n10:00 AM: Tour and introduction for new visitors \n1:15 PM: Prasad (warm lunch) \nAfter lunch: Break and rest until 4:00 PM \n4:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Karma Yoga \n7:00 PM: Aarti \n8:00 PM: Simple evening meal \n10:00 PM: Silence\, rest \nSometimes there is a yoga class at 4:45 PM and kirtan in the dhuni at 9:00 PM. \nSunday \n6:00 AM: Silent meditation fire in the dhuni \n7:00 AM: Paduka Puja in the Babaji Kutir (chalet); a ceremony to invite Mahavatar Babaji into everyone’s heart \n8:00 AM: Aarti (light ceremony and chanting of mantras) \n10:00 AM: Festive havan (fire ceremony) at the open fire site \nAround 11:30 AM: Karma Yoga \nAround 1:30 PM: Prasad (warm lunch) \nAfter lunch: conclusion of the weekend.   \nYou are welcome to participate in Aarti at 7:00 PM. Of course\, you can extend your stay; please indicate this by email.  \nArrival is possible on Friday afternoon or on Saturday\, preferably not between 2:00-4:00 PM due to the rest period. \nYou can register via the contact form or send an email to sadashivadham@gmail.com indicating when and what time you want to come and how many nights you wish to stay. \nAlso\, see the Visit page for practical information about your stay. \nAn important aspect of a Babaji Weekend is the Being Together\, expressed by a Vedic mantra as follows: \nOm Shanavavatu Sahanau bhunaktu\nSaha viryam karavavahai\nTejasvina vadhitmastu\nMa vidvishavahai\nOm shanti\, shanti\, shanti. \n“Aum\, may we proceed together and support each other\nMay we act courageously together\nMay we meditate together on the highest divine light\nMay we not quarrel or be jealous of each other\nAum\, peace\, peace\, peace.” \n 
URL:https://babaji.nl/en/event/babaji-weekend-21/
LOCATION:Ashram Sadashiva Dham\, Vrijenbergweg 60\, Loenen\, Netherlands
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20271210
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20271213
DTSTAMP:20261002T123759Z
CREATED:20261002T123759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T123759Z
UID:2808-1828396800-1828655999@babaji.nl
SUMMARY:Babaji Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Babaji weekends are a wonderful opportunity to experience the rhythm of life at the ashram. During these weekends\, the teachings of Haidakhan (‘Herakhan’) Babaji are central. There is a program with ceremonies\, communal singing\, and Karma Yoga. In the early morning\, one can take time for meditation or japa and possibly yoga.  \nThese weekends take place regularly\, just before or during the full moon. The weekend begins on Friday evening and ends on Sunday afternoon after the (vegetarian) lunch.  You can find all the dates in this calendar.  \nFriday (evening) \n7:00 PM: Aarti (light ceremony and chanting of mantras) \n8:00 PM: Simple evening meal \nSaturday \n6:30 AM: Silent meditation fire or silent havan (Vedic fire ceremony) \n8:00 AM: Aarti (light ceremony and chanting of mantras) \n9:00 AM: Breakfast followed by Karma Yoga \n10:00 AM: Tour and introduction for new visitors \n1:15 PM: Prasad (warm lunch) \nAfter lunch: Break and rest until 4:00 PM \n4:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Karma Yoga \n7:00 PM: Aarti \n8:00 PM: Simple evening meal \n10:00 PM: Silence\, rest \nSometimes there is a yoga class at 4:45 PM and kirtan in the dhuni at 9:00 PM. \nSunday \n6:00 AM: Silent meditation fire in the dhuni \n7:00 AM: Paduka Puja in the Babaji Kutir (chalet); a ceremony to invite Mahavatar Babaji into everyone’s heart \n8:00 AM: Aarti (light ceremony and chanting of mantras) \n10:00 AM: Festive havan (fire ceremony) at the open fire site \nAround 11:30 AM: Karma Yoga \nAround 1:30 PM: Prasad (warm lunch) \nAfter lunch: conclusion of the weekend.   \nYou are welcome to participate in Aarti at 7:00 PM. Of course\, you can extend your stay; please indicate this by email.  \nArrival is possible on Friday afternoon or on Saturday\, preferably not between 2:00-4:00 PM due to the rest period. \nYou can register via the contact form or send an email to sadashivadham@gmail.com indicating when and what time you want to come and how many nights you wish to stay. \nAlso\, see the Visit page for practical information about your stay. \nAn important aspect of a Babaji Weekend is the Being Together\, expressed by a Vedic mantra as follows: \nOm Shanavavatu Sahanau bhunaktu\nSaha viryam karavavahai\nTejasvina vadhitmastu\nMa vidvishavahai\nOm shanti\, shanti\, shanti. \n“Aum\, may we proceed together and support each other\nMay we act courageously together\nMay we meditate together on the highest divine light\nMay we not quarrel or be jealous of each other\nAum\, peace\, peace\, peace.” \n 
URL:https://babaji.nl/en/event/babaji-weekend-22/
LOCATION:Ashram Sadashiva Dham\, Vrijenbergweg 60\, Loenen\, Netherlands
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SUMMARY:Christmas
DESCRIPTION:The spiritual festival of Christmas\, the celebration of the birth of Christ\, is also celebrated every year at Sadashiva Dham. The celebration on Christmas Eve December 24 starts at 6 PM with singing Christmas carols by the Christmas tree in the temple. Then\, at 7 PM\, we sing the usual Aarti. Visitors are invited to bring a small gift (around 7 euros) to place under the Christmas tree. These gifts are shared with the help of angel cards after the Aarti. Afterwards\, we enjoy a meal together.      \nOn Christmas morning December 25\, the program is the same as that of a Babaji weekend: \n7:00 AM: Paduka Puja in the Babaji Kutir (chalet); a ceremony to invite Mahavatar Babaji into everyone’s heart \n8:00 AM: Aarti (light ceremony and chanting of mantras) \n10:00 AM: Festive havan (fire ceremony) at the open fire site \n11:30 AM: Karma Yoga \n1:30 PM: Prasad (warm lunch) \nAfter lunch: Break and rest \n4:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Karma Yoga \nIn the afternoon: Satsang with a Christmas thought as the theme. Satsang means ‘sitting together in truth’. Satsang is about sharing experiences and learning from each other.   \n7:00 PM: Aarti \n8:00 PM: Simple evening meal \n10:00 PM: Silence\, rest
URL:https://babaji.nl/en/event/christmas-3/
LOCATION:Ashram Sadashiva Dham\, Vrijenbergweg 60\, Loenen\, Netherlands
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SUMMARY:New Year's Eve & New Year's Day
DESCRIPTION:New Year’s Eve is celebrated with kirtan singing in the dhuni\, and at midnight\, a small Aarti to welcome the new year. Afterwards\, there is a festive gathering in the ashram. The next morning\, there is a program like on a Sunday morning of a Babaji Weekend.   \nOn New Year’s Day the morning is celebrated like in a Babaji Weekend: \n7:00 AM: Paduka Puja in the Babaji Kutir (chalet); a ceremony to invite Mahavatar Babaji into everyone’s heart \n8:00 AM: Aarti (light ceremony and chanting of mantras) \n10:00 AM: Festive havan (fire ceremony) at the open fire site \n11:30 AM: Karma Yoga \n1:30 PM: Prasad (warm lunch) \nAfter lunch: Break and rest \n4:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Karma Yoga \n7:00 PM: Aarti \n8:00 PM: Simple evening meal \n10:00 PM: Silence\, rest \nIn the morning there is no breakfast due to the ceremonies; however\, tea and coffee are available.
URL:https://babaji.nl/en/event/new-years-eve-new-years-day-3/
LOCATION:Ashram Sadashiva Dham\, Vrijenbergweg 60\, Loenen\, Netherlands
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