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Fresh Glimpses of Fun and Enlightenment at Barsana Dham!

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An awakening of the great value of Indian culture, heritage and spirituality was received June 29th - July 4th by the attendees of this extraordinary JKP Family Camp in Austin Texas. Kids experienced pride in being Hindu, and the whole family had a new devotional way to share time together. Through lively learning sessions, authentic Hindu knowledge was shared. Camp participants had opportunity to absorb themselves in the teachings of Jagadguru Shree Kripaluji Maharaj, and taste the sweetness of Radha Krishn devotion in their lives.

In an easy style and the serene setting of Jagadguru Shree Kripaluji Maharaj's ashram, adults, teens, youths and children learned devotional philosophy that provided answers to fundamental questions such as, "Who am I? Who is God? Am I separate from God? How can I meet God?"

Read more about, and register online for the upcoming JKP Family Camp at Barsana Dham: www.HinduFamilyCamp.org.

Barsana Dham Memorial Day Family Camp (Austin, May 28 - 31)

By admin on May 18, 2010 4:18 AM | No Comments | No TrackBacks

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JKP Barsana Dham Memorial Day Family Camp: "The Essence of Sanatan Dharm: The Teachings of Jagadguru Shree Kripaluji Maharaj"

Date: Friday, May 28th - Monday, May 31st

The camp is being led by the sanyasi pracharaks of Jagadguru Shree Kripaluji Maharaj, representatives of His Divinity Swami Prakashanand Saraswati.

Experience the same Divinity serenity that was found in the ancient ashrams of the Saints of Vrindavan, and immerse yourself in the eternal knowledge of our ancient scriptures (Upnishads, Gita and Bhagwatam, etc.) in this memorial Day Family Camp.

This camp will teach you the practical process of Divine upliftment called raganuga bhakti or Divine love consciousness, as taught by our ancient masters.

For more information or to register call JKP Barsana Dham (512) 288-7180.

Jagadguru Kripalu Parishat (JKP) was founded by Jagadguru Shree Kripaluji Maharaj, our beloved Shree Maharajji, the fifth prime Jagadguru in the last 5000 years.

Founded in 1990 by H. D. Swami Prakashanand Saraswati, the Barsana Dham Swamiji, the Barsana Dham Temple and ashram campus serves as the national center of Jagadguru Kripalu Parishat in the United States and is one of the largest Hindu temples in North America.

How to do devotion to Radha Krishn: Barsana Dham Summer Camp (Austin June 29 - July 4)

By admin on May 11, 2010 12:15 AM | No Comments | No TrackBacks


You are invited to attend the June 29 - July 4 Barsana Dham Hindu Family Camp with Swami Nikhilanand Ji, a pracharak of Jagadguru Shree Kripaluji Maharaj. An awakening of the great value of Indian culture, heritage and spirituality for kids and parents will be received by attending this extraordinary Summer Family Camp. Kids will experience pride in being Hindu, and the whole family will have a new devotional way to share time together. Through lively learning sessions, authentic Hindu knowledge will be shared.

Daily components of the camp: (for adults & kids)
• Harmonium, dholak & manjeera classes
• Meditation classes (roop dhyan)
• Yog classes
• Family fun: ping pong, volleyball, badminton, Olympic games, water Holi, campfire, charades
• 'Meet' historical Saints and ask them questions
• Shlok classes
• Enjoy doing seva in the ashram
• Join in a leela performance 

Gain knowledge about Hinduism through interactive learning sessions:
• learn why we do devotion to Radha Krishn
• learn the secrets to a successful devotional life
• learn the difference between duty and attachment
• value the greatness of being Hindu in America
• remove confusions about Hinduism
• children learn the basics of Hinduism 

If you have questions, please call (512) 288-7180
or visit http://www.HinduFamilyCamp.org to register online

Jagadguru Kripalu Parishat (JKP) was founded by Jagadguru Shree Kripaluji Maharaj, our beloved Shree Maharajji, the fifth prime Jagadguru in the last 5000 years.

Founded in 1990 by H. D. Swami Prakashanand Saraswati, the Barsana Dham Swamiji, the Barsana Dham Temple and ashram campus serves as the national center of Jagadguru Kripalu Parishat in the United States and is one of the largest Hindu temples in North America.

Indian fair draws crowds to Barsana Dham

By admin on April 25, 2010 5:25 AM | No Comments | No TrackBacks

Austin Statesman: Indian fair draws crowds to Barsana Dham


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Sue Thurston and her friend Tracy Thomason weren't like thousands of Austinites who took in Art City Austin and its 190 artists on East Cesar Chavez Street on Saturday. They didn't go wish Eeyore happy birthday at Pease Park. And they didn't see one swing of the bat in the game between the Texas Longhorns and Oklahoma State University. All that activity was in or around crowded downtown. Instead, they were in the peaceful prayer hall of Barsana Dham learning about Hinduism.

They attended Mela (Indian fair) at the temple on RM 1826, not far from Driftwood.

"It's just fascinating," said Thurston, after attending a lecture inside the temple, "that every basic religion has its center. The nut is the same. There is always a loving, eternal God."

Thomason was taken by the openness of Barsana Dham and its members. "So many religions are closed to other faiths. Not this one. It's good to know that I can come here to use the quiet area for meditation," she said.

Thurston said, "This place is an island of serenity out in the country."

While the two women found the Hindu faith intriguing, thousands of others came for the fun, food and activities. There was something for everyone. Children performed a dance on an outdoor stage. Walking tours provided insight on the 200-acre property covered with wildflowers. A shopping bazaar was packed with Indian items: jewelry, knickknacks, clothing and music. And there was quite a large selection of framed photos and paintings of Jagadguru Shree Kripaluji Maharaj, the spiritual leader of the Hindu world.

The carnival atmosphere delighted children. Pony rides. A petting zoo. Games and an inflatable castle. And yes, snow cones and cotton candy.

Admittance was free, though visitors paid $5 for parking.

"I've never seen anything like it. It's beautiful out here. Look at the pool in front of the temple. The water is said to be holy. It's just extraordinary that these folks open up their temple and share their customs with the community," said Adam Benavidez, who brought his children to enjoy a new culture.

While the exposure to Indian culture was fun and carefree, there was one steadfast rule before entering a building. "You have to take your shoes off," said Benavidez. "Next year, I won't bring tennis shoes where you have to fuss with laces every time."

rgandara@statesman.com; 445-3632

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Step 2. Attending a free talk and a 7-day Bhagavad Gita Family Camp at convenient venues in New York, Austin, Dallas, Houston or Washington D.C. where Swami Nikhilanand is regularly invited as a guest speaker.

Step 3. Visiting www.JKP.org and www.BarsanaDham.org to learn more about the teachings and national and international activities of Jagadguru Shree Kripaluji Maharaj or to purchase an enlightening book or DVD in Hindi by Jagadguru Shree Kripaluji Maharaj and in English by H.D. Swami Prakashanand Saraswati.

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