Babaji Weekend
2025-09-05 - 2025-09-07 | Ashram Sadashiva Dham, Vrijenbergweg 60, Loenen, Netherlands
Babaji weekends are a wonderful opportunity to experience the rhythm of life at the ashram. There is a program including ceremonies, communal singing, and Karma Yoga.
Friday (evening)
7:00 PM: Aarti (light ceremony and chanting of mantras)
Saturday
6:00 AM: Silent meditation fire or silent havan (Vedic fire ceremony)
7:00 AM: Aarti (light ceremony and chanting of mantras)
8:00 AM: Breakfast followed by Karma Yoga
9:30 AM: Tour and introduction for new visitors
1:15 PM: Prasad (warm lunch)
After lunch: Break and rest until 4:00 PM
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Karma Yoga
7:00 PM: Aarti
8:00 PM: Simple evening meal
10:00 PM: Silence, rest
Sunday
6:00 AM: Silent meditation fire in the dhuni
7:00 AM: Paduka Puja in the Babaji Kutir (chalet); a ceremony to invite Mahavatar Babaji into everyone’s heart
8:00 AM: Aarti (light ceremony and chanting of mantras)
10:00 AM: Festive havan (fire ceremony) at the open fire site
Around 11:30 AM: Karma Yoga
Around 1:30 PM: Prasad (warm lunch)
After lunch: Break and rest until 4:00 PM
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Karma Yoga
7:00 PM: Aarti
8:00 PM: Simple evening meal
10:00 PM: Silence, rest

Arrival is possible on Friday afternoon or on Saturday, preferably not between 2:00-4:00 PM due to the rest period.
You 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.

Navaratri
2025-09-22 - 2025-09-30, 2026-03-19 - 2026-03-27, 2026-10-11 - 2026-10-19 | Ashram Sadashiva Dham, Vrijenbergweg 60, Loenen, Netherlands
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.
It is possible to attend all 9 days, a few days, or just a morning. The daily program:
6:30 AM: Paduka Puja in the Babaji Kutir (chalet), a ceremony to invite Mahavatar Babaji into everyone’s heart
7:30 AM: Aarti (light ceremony and chanting of mantras)
8:30 AM: Devi Puja, special ceremony to welcome the Divine Mother
9:15 AM: Reading together from the Saptashati, the 700 verses for the Mother
10:30 AM: Havan, Vedic fire ceremony for the Divine Mother for harmony and peace
12:00 PM: Karma Yoga
1:15 PM: Prasad (warm lunch)
After lunch: Break and rest
4:00 PM: Karma Yoga
4:30 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)
7:00 PM: Aarti
10:00 PM: Silence, rest
You 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.

Diwali
2025-10-20 | Ashram Sadashiva Dham, Vrijenbergweg 60, Loenen, Netherlands
The festival of Diwali is celebrated every year, between mid-October and mid-November, on the day of the new moon. The festival is the celebration of Lakshmi, the feminine divine force in creation who provides prosperity and abundance at all levels of life. It is also called the festival of lights because in the evening lights are lit everywhere, so that Lakshmi can easily find her way and give her blessings.
The day is spent cleaning the different spaces and putting up decorations.
At 4:30 PM we celebrate a small Kali puja. Kali is an aspect of the divine Mother to destroy negativity, dispel darkness and promote spirituality.
Aarti starts at 7:00 PM.
In the evening, tea lights and candles are lit as a welcome for Lakshmi. At 9 PM we celebrate the Lakshmi puja in the temple on the occasion of Diwali.

Babaji Weekend
2025-10-31 - 2025-11-02, 2025-11-28 - 2025-11-30 | Ashram Sadashiva Dham, Vrijenbergweg 60, Loenen, Netherlands
Babaji weekends are a great opportunity to get acquainted with the rhythm of life at the ashram. There is a program with ceremonies, singing together, and Karma Yoga.
Friday (evening)
7:00 PM: Aarti (light ceremony and chanting of mantras)
Saturday
6:00 AM: Silent meditation fire or silent havan (Vedic fire ceremony)
7:00 AM: Aarti (light ceremony and chanting of mantras)
8:00 AM: Breakfast followed by Karma Yoga
9:30 AM: Tour and introduction for new visitors
1:15 PM: Prasad (warm lunch)
After lunch: Break and rest until 4:00 PM
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Karma Yoga
7:00 PM: Aarti
8:00 PM: Simple evening meal
10:00 PM: Silence, rest
Sunday
6:00 AM: Silent meditation fire in the dhuni
7:00 AM: Paduka Puja in the Babaji Kutir (chalet); a ceremony to invite Mahavatar Babaji into everyone’s heart
8:00 AM: Aarti (light ceremony and chanting of mantras)
10:00 AM: Festive havan (fire ceremony) at the open fire site
Around 11:30 AM: Karma Yoga
Around 1:30 PM: Prasad (warm lunch)
After lunch: Break and rest until 4:00 PM
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Karma Yoga
7:00 PM: Aarti
8:00 PM: Simple evening meal
10:00 PM: Silence, rest

Arrival is possible on Friday afternoon or on Saturday, preferably not between 2:00-4:00 PM due to the rest period.
You 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.

Paduka Puja Tour
2025-12-13
On Saturday, December 13, we are going to Nijlen, Broechemsesteenweg 151, in Belgium. The Paduka Puja is at 11:30 AM.
Nijlen is located east of Antwerp. It is at Godelieve Mariën-Bouwens’s place. You can register via 00 32 479 52 60 82.
The Paduka Puja is a ceremonial celebration of Babaji’s Presence. His sandals (Padukas) symbolize this. Everyone is welcome to bring flowers, sweets or fruit, and/or a small donation for the ceremony. The total program is approximately one and a half hours.
In the Vedic tradition, the Padukas (sandals) of a saint or yogi are often regarded and honored as a symbol of their physical and spiritual presence.
People or centers familiar with Babaji can invite us for this tour.

Paduka Puja Tour
2025-12-19
On Friday, December 19, the Paduka Puja will be at Svaha Yoga, Willemsstraat 133, Amsterdam, at 8:00 PM. Welcome.
The Paduka Puja is a ceremonial celebration of Babaji’s Presence. His sandals (Padukas) symbolize this. Everyone is welcome to bring flowers, sweets or fruit, and/or a small donation for the ceremony. The total program is approximately one and a half hours.
In the Vedic tradition, the Padukas (sandals) of a saint or yogi are often regarded and honored as a symbol of their physical and spiritual presence.
People or centers familiar with Babaji can invite us for this tour.

Paduka Puja Tour
2025-12-20
On Saturday, December 20, at 4:00 PM, we will be in Belgium, Lotsestraat 43D, Beersel (near Brussels).
You can register by email: wyckmans@gmail.com.
The Paduka Puja is a ceremonial celebration of Babaji’s Presence. His sandals (Padukas) symbolize this. Everyone is welcome to bring flowers, sweets or fruit, and/or a small donation for the ceremony. The total program is approximately one and a half hours.
In the Vedic tradition, the Padukas (sandals) of a saint or yogi are often regarded and honored as a symbol of their physical and spiritual presence.
People or centers familiar with Babaji can invite us for this tour.

Christmas
2025-12-24 - 2025-12-25 | Ashram Sadashiva Dham, Vrijenbergweg 60, Loenen, Netherlands
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.
On Christmas morning December 25, the program is the same as that of a Babaji weekend:
7:00 AM: Paduka Puja in the Babaji Kutir (chalet); a ceremony to invite Mahavatar Babaji into everyone’s heart
8:00 AM: Aarti (light ceremony and chanting of mantras)
10:00 AM: Festive havan (fire ceremony) at the open fire place
11:30 AM: Karma Yoga
1:30 PM: Prasad (warm lunch)
After lunch: Break and rest
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Karma Yoga
In 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.
7:00 PM: Aarti
8:00 PM: Simple evening meal
10:00 PM: Silence, rest

Retreat Weekend
2025-12-26 - 2025-12-28 | Ashram Sadashiva Dham, Vrijenbergweg 60, Loenen, Netherlands
A retreat weekend is a relaxing weekend where we follow the regular ashram program: fire ceremony, Aarti ceremony, singing in the temple, and Karma Yoga. Additionally, there is Satsang, which means exploring Babaji’s teachings and sharing experiences together. Satsang means ‘being together in truth’. There is room for meditation, reflection, and possibly yoga. We also take a walk in the beautiful forests near the ashram.
This weekend is also suitable for people visiting Sadashiva Dham for the first time. There is an additional introduction and tour for them on Saturday morning. You can register via our email address: sadashivadham@gmail.com.
Please mention that you are coming for the retreat weekend.
The cost-covering contribution for the weekend, including two overnight stays and vegetarian meals, is 108 euros.
The Program:
Friday
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Arrival at the ashram (if it will be later, please let us know).
6:00 PM: Gathering in the yoga hall for introduction and explanation
7:00 PM: Aarti singing in the temple
8:00 PM: Simple evening meal
Saturday
6:30 AM: Silent fire ceremony
8:00 AM: Aarti singing in the temple
9:00 AM: Breakfast
9:30 AM: Introduction and tour for those new to the ashram
10:30 AM: Karma Yoga
1:15 PM: Prasad (warm lunch)
After lunch: Break and rest
4:00 PM: Satsang in the temple, possibly meditation and/or Japa
6:00 PM: Time for individual meditation or yoga or walking
7:00 PM: Aarti singing in the temple
8:00 PM: Simple evening meal
Sunday
6:30 AM: Fire ceremony with spoken mantras
8:00 AM: Aarti singing in the temple
9:30 AM: Breakfast
11:00 AM: Karma Yoga
12:00 PM: Walk in the woods
1:15 PM: Warm lunch
2:00 PM: Break and rest
3:30 PM: Closing meeting
7:00 PM: Optionally participate in the Aarti in the temple

New Year's Eve & New Year's Day
2025-12-31 - 2026-01-01 | Ashram Sadashiva Dham, Vrijenbergweg 60, Loenen, Netherlands
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.
On New Year’s Day the morning is celebrated like in a Babaji Weekend:
7:00 AM: Paduka Puja in the Babaji Kutir (chalet); a ceremony to invite Mahavatar Babaji into everyone’s heart
8:00 AM: Aarti (light ceremony and chanting of mantras)
10:00 AM: Festive havan (fire ceremony) at the open fire place
11:30 AM: Karma Yoga
1:30 PM: Prasad (warm lunch)
After lunch: Break and rest
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Karma Yoga
7:00 PM: Aarti
8:00 PM: Simple evening meal
10:00 PM: Silence, rest
In the morning there is no breakfast due to the ceremonies; however, tea and coffee are available.

Babaji Weekend
2026-01-31 - 2026-02-01, 2026-05-02 - 2026-05-03, 2026-05-30 - 2026-05-31, 2026-06-27 - 2026-06-28, 2026-08-22 - 2026-08-23, 2026-09-26 - 2026-09-27 | Ashram Sadashiva Dham, Vrijenbergweg 60, Loenen, Netherlands
Babaji weekends are a great opportunity to get acquainted with the rhythm of life at the ashram. There is a program with ceremonies, singing together, and Karma Yoga.
Friday (evening)
7:00 PM: Aarti (light ceremony and chanting of mantras)
Saturday
6:30 AM: Silent meditation fire or silent havan (Vedic fire ceremony)
8:00 AM: Aarti (light ceremony and chanting of mantras)
9:00 AM: Breakfast followed by Karma Yoga
9:30 AM: Tour and introduction for new visitors
1:15 PM: Prasad (warm lunch)
After lunch: Break and rest until 4:00 PM
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Karma Yoga
7:00 PM: Aarti
8:00 PM: Simple evening meal
10:00 PM: Silence, rest
Sunday
6:00 AM: Silent meditation fire in the dhuni
7:00 AM: Paduka Puja in the Babaji Kutir (chalet); a ceremony to invite Mahavatar Babaji into everyone’s heart
8:00 AM: Aarti (light ceremony and chanting of mantras)
10:00 AM: Festive havan (fire ceremony) at the open fire site
Around 11:30 AM: Karma Yoga
Around 1:30 PM: Prasad (warm lunch)
After lunch: Break and rest until 4:00 PM
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Karma Yoga
7:00 PM: Aarti
8:00 PM: Simple evening meal
10:00 PM: Silence, rest

Arrival is possible on Friday afternoon or on Saturday, preferably not between 2:00-4:00 PM due to the rest period.
You 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.

Shri Sadashiva Charitamrita
2026-02-06 - 2026-02-08 | Ashram Sadashiva Dham, Vrijenbergweg 60, Loenen, Netherlands
From Friday, February 6 to Sunday, February 8, the book Sadashiva Charitamrit will be the focus at Sadashiva Dham. In the mornings and afternoons, Urvashi Puri *) from New Delhi will read from this Divinely inspired book and provide explanations in English.
Content
The book was mostly written before Babaji’s arrival in 1970 by Shri Vishnu Datt Shastriji, inspired by Mahendra Baba. It recounts the profound conversations from the world of the Gods about the Divine incarnations from the time of Rama and Krishna, up to ‘old Haidakhan Baba’ and Babaji’s last manifestation from 1970-1984. The necessity of these incarnations to help humanity through difficult times is discussed. Babaji’s last manifestation from 1970-1984 is also highlighted, to help humanity reach a higher level of humanity. During his last manifestation, Babaji himself dictated the final chapter to Shastriji.
The book is written in Sanskrit and the old Avadhi language.
Event
The readings are both in the morning and in the afternoon. You are invited to be present all three days. But if you can only attend one day or a morning (9:30 AM – 12:30 PM) or afternoon (4:00 PM – 6:00 PM), you are also very welcome. The times are subject to change. In addition to the normal ashram contribution for meals and accommodation, you can make a free donation for this event.
Register
You can send an email to sadashivadham@gmail.com
Please mention that you are coming for this event and on which days you will participate.
*) Urvashi Puri, along with her husband, was a devoted student of Shastriji. Urvashi later received Muniraj’s blessing to publicly read and translate the book. She is a board member in India.

Maha Shivaratri
2026-02-15 | Ashram Sadashiva Dham, Vrijenbergweg 60, Loenen, Netherlands
Maha Shivaratri literally means ‘the great night of Lord Shiva‘ and is celebrated once a year in February or March, just before the new moon. This special night is celebrated in honor of Shiva, Lord of the universe.
It begins with the Shiva Lingam Abhishek Puja; this is a ceremonial prayer in honor of Lord Shiva. According to tradition, it is beneficial to stay awake this night and spend it in meditation or singing bhajans and kirtan. This night is suitable for spiritual growth and meditation. A night that has a healing effect on body, soul, and spirit.
The Program
6:30 AM: Havan in the dhuni
8:00 AM: Aarti followed by Paduka Puja in the temple
10:30 AM: Karma Yoga and preparation for the evening celebration
1:00 PM: Simple lunch – on this spiritual day, eating only fruits and nuts or complete fasting is recommended
until 4:00 PM: Break
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Karma Yoga
7:00 PM: Aarti in the temple
9:00 PM: Maha Shivaratri Shiva Lingam Abhishek Puja* in the temple
Followed by bhajans and kirtan singing until early morning

*
Shiva Lingam Abishek Puja: the Shiva Lingam is the symbol of Shiva, who is without beginning or end. This puja is held to celebrate our connection with the infinite essence of existence, for peace and harmony. During this Abishek puja, the Lingam is bathed with milk, and offerings of perfume oil, flowers, incense, and sweets are made, and finally, light is offered through the Aarti. All of this serves as a deep cleansing and meditation, giving us new energy and enlivening our consciousness.
The next morning, there is a program as usual (see daily program).
The Origin of Maha Shivaratri
There are different stories about this celebration. One of the stories is about the churning of the ocean in the early days of creation to find the nectar of immortality. Before the pot with the nectar surfaced, a pot of poison emerged that could destroy the world and frightened both gods and demons. To protect the world, Shiva came and drank the poison, which he did not swallow but held in his throat, turning it blue. This is why Shiva is also called ‘Neelkantha’: ‘He with the blue throat’. Maha Shivaratri is celebrated to commemorate this event.

Babaji Weekend
2026-02-28 - 2026-03-01 | Ashram Sadashiva Dham, Vrijenbergweg 60, Loenen, Netherlands
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.
These weekends are held regularly, just before or around the full moon. The weekend starts on Friday evening and ends on Sunday afternoon after the (vegetarian) lunch. You can find all dates in this agenda.
Friday (evening)
7:00 PM: Aarti (light ceremony and chanting of mantras)
Saturday
6:30 AM: Silent meditation fire or silent havan (Vedic fire ceremony)
8:00 AM: Aarti (light ceremony and chanting of mantras)
9:00 AM: Breakfast followed by Karma Yoga
10:00 AM: Tour and introduction for new visitors
1:15 PM: Prasad (warm lunch)
After lunch: Break and rest until 4:00 PM
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Karma Yoga
7:00 PM: Aarti
8:00 PM: Simple evening meal
10:00 PM: Silence, rest
Sometimes there is a yoga class at 4:45 PM and kirtan in the dhuni at 9:00 PM.
Sunday
6:00 AM: Silent meditation fire in the dhuni
7:00 AM: Paduka Puja in the Babaji Kutir (chalet); a ceremony to invite Mahavatar Babaji into everyone’s heart
8:00 AM: Aarti (light ceremony and chanting of mantras)
10:00 AM: Festive havan (fire ceremony) at the open fire site
Around 11:30 AM: Karma Yoga
Around 1:30 PM: Prasad (warm lunch)
After lunch: conclusion of the weekend.
You are welcome to participate in Aarti at 7:00 PM. Of course, you can extend your stay; please indicate this by email.
Arrival is possible on Friday afternoon or on Saturday, preferably not between 2:00-4:00 PM due to the rest period.
You 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.
Also, see the Visit page for practical information about your stay.
An important aspect of a Babaji Weekend is the Being Together, expressed by a Vedic mantra as follows:
Om Shanavavatu Sahanau bhunaktu
Saha viryam karavavahai
Tejasvina vadhitmastu
Ma vidvishavahai
Om shanti, shanti, shanti.
“Aum, may we proceed together and support each other
May we act courageously together
May we meditate together on the highest divine light
May we not quarrel or be jealous of each other
Aum, peace, peace, peace.”

Retreat Weekend
2026-04-17 - 2026-04-19 | Ashram Sadashiva Dham, Vrijenbergweg 60, Loenen, Netherlands
A retreat weekend is a relaxing weekend where we follow the regular ashram program: fire ceremony, Aarti ceremony, singing in the temple, and Karma Yoga. In addition, there is Satsang, which means exploring Babaji’s teachings and sharing experiences together. Satsang means ‘being together in truth’. There is room for meditation, reflection, and possibly yoga or kirtan. We also take a walk in the beautiful forests near the ashram.
This weekend is also suitable for people visiting Sadashiva Dham for the first time. There is an additional introduction and tour for them on Saturday morning. You can register via our email address: sadashivadham@gmail.com.
Please mention that you are coming for the retreat weekend.
The cost-covering contribution for the weekend, including two nights’ accommodation and vegetarian meals, is 128 euros.
Also, see the Visit page for practical information about your stay.
The Program:
Friday
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Arrival at the ashram (if it will be later, please let us know).
6:30 PM: Gathering in the yoga hall for introductions and orientation
8:00 PM: Simple evening meal
Saturday
6:30 AM: Silent fire ceremony
8:00 AM: Aarti singing in the temple
9:15 AM: Breakfast
10:30 AM: Karma Yoga
12:00 PM: Tour of the ashram for newcomers
1:15 PM: Prasad (warm lunch)
After lunch: Break and rest
4:00 PM: Satsang in the temple, possibly meditation and/or Japa
6:00 PM: Time for individual meditation or yoga or walking
7:00 PM: Aarti singing in the temple
8:00 PM: Simple evening meal
Sunday
6:30 AM: Fire ceremony with spoken mantras
8:00 AM: Aarti singing in the temple
9:30 AM: Breakfast
11:00 AM: Karma Yoga
12:00 PM: Walk in the woods
1:15 PM: Warm lunch
2:00 PM: Break
3:00 PM: Closing session
7:00 PM: You are welcome to join the Aarti in the temple

Babaji Weekend
2026-05-02 - 2026-05-03, 2026-05-30 - 2026-05-31, 2026-06-27 - 2026-06-28, 2026-08-22 - 2026-08-23, 2026-09-26 - 2026-09-27 | Ashram Sadashiva Dham, Vrijenbergweg 60, Loenen, Netherlands
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.
These weekends are held regularly, just before or around the full moon. The weekend starts on Friday evening and ends on Sunday afternoon after the (vegetarian) lunch. You can find all dates in this calendar.
Friday (evening)
7:00 PM: Aarti (light ceremony and chanting of mantras)
Saturday
6:30 AM: Silent meditation fire or silent havan (Vedic fire ceremony)
8:00 AM: Aarti (light ceremony and chanting of mantras)
9:00 AM: Breakfast followed by Karma Yoga
10:00 AM: Tour and introduction for new visitors
1:15 PM: Prasad (warm lunch)
After lunch: Break and rest until 4:00 PM
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Karma Yoga
7:00 PM: Aarti
8:00 PM: Simple evening meal
10:00 PM: Silence, rest
Sometimes there is a yoga class at 4:45 PM and kirtan in the dhuni at 9:00 PM.
Sunday
6:00 AM: Silent meditation fire in the dhuni
7:00 AM: Paduka Puja in the Babaji Kutir (chalet); a ceremony to invite Mahavatar Babaji into everyone’s heart
8:00 AM: Aarti (light ceremony and chanting of mantras)
10:00 AM: Festive havan (fire ceremony) at the open fire site
Around 11:30 AM: Karma Yoga
Around 1:30 PM: Prasad (warm lunch)
After lunch: conclusion of the weekend.
You are welcome to participate in Aarti at 7:00 PM. Of course, you can extend your stay; please indicate this by email.
Arrival is possible on Friday afternoon or on Saturday, preferably not between 2:00-4:00 PM due to the rest period.
You 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.
Also, see the Visit page for practical information about your stay.
An important aspect of a Babaji Weekend is the Being Together, expressed by a Vedic mantra as follows:
Om Shanavavatu Sahanau bhunaktu
Saha viryam karavavahai
Tejasvina vadhitmastu
Ma vidvishavahai
Om shanti, shanti, shanti.
“Aum, may we proceed together and support each other
May we act courageously together
May we meditate together on the highest divine light
May we not quarrel or be jealous of each other
Aum, peace, peace, peace.”

Guru Purnima, International Celebration
2026-07-25 - 2026-07-29 | Ashram Sadashiva Dham, Vrijenbergweg 60, Loenen, Netherlands
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.
In 2026, the international Guru Purnima celebration at Sadashiva Dham will take place from July 25 to 29. The full moon is on July 29.
Registration
Click here for registration, prices, and ticket types.
For overnight stays, the ashram offers dormitories and a sleeping tent. You can also stay on the grounds with your own tent or camper. Rooms at the ashram are limited and are reserved for people with a special task or due to health or age.
You can also choose accommodation at the nearby Zonnehuis: there are 2- and 3-person rooms and a single 1-person room. Each room has its own bathroom.
Another option is to book a room at a nearby hotel or holiday park on your own. In this case, you pay only a day pass per day for participation in the Guru Purnima celebrations plus meals.
Further info: gurupurnima2026@gmail.com
Minor adjustments to the program may occur daily.
Daily program
6:30 AM: Paduka Puja in Babaji’s Kutir (chalet), a ceremony to invite Mahavatar Babaji to be present in everyone’s heart
7:30 AM: Aarti (light ceremony and chanting of mantras)
9:00 AM: Reading together the Sapta Sati, the 700 verses for the Mother (subject to change)
On Guru Purnima day, July 29 at 9:00 AM: Paduka Puja with Abishek in honor of Babaji and all gurus/teachers who assist people on their path to Truth, Simplicity, and Love
10:30 AM: Havan, Vedic fire ceremony
12:00 PM: Karma Yoga
1:30 PM: Prasad (warm lunch)
After lunch: Break and rest until 4:00 PM
4:00 PM: Karma Yoga
In the afternoon: Satsang in the temple with the theme ‘the inner and outer Guru,’ sharing experiences (subject to change)
7:00 PM: Aarti
10:00 PM: Silence, rest

Karma Yoga

Each visitor spends one hour per day on Karma Yoga, working for the ashram. Together, we make this celebration a success. Upon arrival, visitors can choose from various tasks.
People who want to take on a larger volunteer task are invited to contact us well in advance via gurupurnima2026@gmail.com.

Diwali
2026-11-08 | Ashram Sadashiva Dham, Vrijenbergweg 60, Loenen, Netherlands
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.
The day is spent cleaning the different spaces and putting up decorations.
At 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.
Aarti starts at 7:00 PM.
In 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.
