Dear Friends
Sri Nrsimha Chaturdasi
Appearance Anniversary of Lord Nrsimha
Sunday 11 May
Fast until dusk (5:39pm)
We are offering two options for active participation in the upcoming Nrsimha Festival. You may take advantage of either or both:
Sri Nrsimha Yagna @3:45pm
The sastra states no yagna is complete without daan (or giving). We therefore invite you to offer a minimum donation of R108 per person. Booking is essential and limited. Please book here.
Maha Abhishek @5:10pm
You are invited to sponsor Lord Nrsimhadeva’s Maha Abhishek.
The cost is R508. Please book here.
Contact Bhakti Katha via WhatsApp 061 464 5327
Call for Written Offerings to Śrīla Prabhupāda
BBT Pan-African Vyāsa-pūjā Book 2025
The Vyāsa-pūjā of His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupāda takes place on Sunday, 17 August 2025. You are invited to share your heartfelt appreciation, service reports, and realisations. Offerings for the Pan-African Vyāsa-pūjā book may be submitted anytime from now until Sunday, 1 June. All offerings must be submitted here. Once submitted, a confirmation will be displayed on the webpage.
The Gita Code – Access Your Higher Self
with His Holiness SB Kesava Swami
Saturday 10 May • 12pm-2pm
Venue: Milkwood Theatre
Danville Girls Highschool
21 Middlebrook Avenue, Virginia, Durban North
This dynamic, soul-stirring seminar will empower you to:
• Discover your deeper purpose
• Rise above life’s chaos with spiritual clarity
• Make powerful, aligned decisions
• Connect with the divine force behind it all
Led by SB Keshava Swami—a world-traveling monk, social media sensation, and spiritual mentor with roots in centuries-old wisdom—you’ll uncover why the Bhagavad Gita is the timeless guidebook for modern living.
What to Expect:
• A soulful opening act by Bhakti Theatre
• A 10-minute mantra sound immersion to elevate your vibe
• Live audience giveaways & interactive surprises
Whether you’re a curious seeker, a stressed student, a busy professional, or simply craving something real—this experience speaks to you. Book here
Week Ahead
Saturday 26 April
Transcendental Dairies Class @7:30am
by His Holiness Rama Govinda Swami
Sri Vyasa-Puja of His Holiness Kadamba Kanana Swami @2:30pm
New Jagannath Puri Temple
Sunday 27 April
Krishna Book Class @7:30am
by His Grace Jaisacinandana Das
Love Feast @11am
The Importance of a Spiritual Community
With His Holiness Bhakti Caitanya Swami
Gaura Hari Prema Nama-hatta (Clare Estate) @3pm
Danger At Every Step
with His Grace Madhumangal Das
Venue: Kampara Conference Centre
Kampara Business Park, 490 Clare Road, Clare Estate
Queries: Paramatma Das on +27765495474 via WhatsApp
Monday 28 April
Krishna Prema Nama-hatta (Unit 6/7) @7pm
Bhagavad-gita Discussion
Shantik Foundation – corner of road 729/741, Montford, Chatsworth
Wednesday 30 April
Akshaya Tritiya
Nitai Gaura Prema Nama-hatta (Saptah Mandir) @6:30pm
Mahatmas
with His Grace Shyamadyuti Das
Venue: Saptah Mandir
5 Whittaker Avenue, Reservoir Hills
Queries: Paramatma Das on +27765495474 via WhatsApp
Save the Date
His Holiness SB Kesava Swami Visits
Friday 9 May – Tuesday 13 May
Maharaja will be giving morning classes and celebrating Sri Nrsimha Chaturdasi with us.
Reminders
ISKCON Durban Guesthouse
Call/WhatsApp +27 (0)65 678 9654
guesthouse@iskcondurban.net
Govinda’s Restaurant & Radhanath’s Gifts
Monday – Saturday 9:30am-4pm
Sundays & Public Holidays 9:30am-3pm
How to Connect to the Temple?
031 403 3328 • temple@iskcondurban.net • iskcondurban.net
