Event Information
IN-PERSON Kirtan and Retreat Day with Swami Nirvanananda Location: CSE, 1146 University Ave, San Jose, CA 95126

An Evening of Kirtan with Swami Nirvanananda
Friday, August 30, 2024
7 PM - 8:30 PM

Fee: $20 Registration is closed.

Swami Nirvanananda sings beautiful kirtans and love songs to God in most European languages as well as English, Hindi and Sanskrit. Chanting the holy names of God from many spiritual traditions while keeping his roots firmly established in Sanatana Dharma, Swamiji has led thousands of kirtans, collecting donations for schools and charitable projects to support the marginalized and children in Puri, India. (Donations will be received during the program.)
 
Merging the spiritual science of Kriya Yoga with the devotional approach of Bhakti Yoga and the charitable path of Karma Yoga, Swamiji expresses unity in the diversity of many paths, all leading to the same goal of universal Love and oneness with Spirit. Swamiji conveys a unique combination of humility, devotion and love for God and humanity that he expresses through a divinely transcendental voice and exquisite musicianship.

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Mantra Day
A Meditation Retreat Day with Swami Nirvanananda
Saturday, August 31, 2024
10 AM - 4 PM

Fee: $60 Registration is closed.

Join Swami Nirvanananda for a one-day mantra and meditation retreat where we set aside time to devote to our spiritual journey and focus on deep practices that will calm your mind, relax your body, and create space for the clear light of the soul to shine through you. When practiced with reverence and an open heart, mantra can guide you to a place beyond the surface of the mind into a state of stillness where you can experience your divine self.

OVERNIGHT OPTION
Apply to stay at CSE overnight and make it a retreat weekend. Limited space available. Note: program registration is required prior to applying for lodging. (APPLY HERE)

SAMPLE SCHEDULE FOR A PERSONAL RETREAT WEEKEND
  
Friday
  6:30 PM     Kirtan with Swamiji (In-person Only)

Saturday
  6:30 AM     Morning Meditation from Home (Online)
10:00 AM     Inspiration, Mantra & Meditation (In-person Only)
12:30 AM     Lunch
  1:00 PM     Inspiration, Mantra & Meditation (In-person Only)
  4:00 PM     Day Concludes
  5:00 PM     Dinner for Overnight Participants
  6:00 PM     Evening Free Time

Sunday
  6:30 AM     Morning Meditation from Home (Online)
  9:45 AM     Sunday Satsang & Chanting with Swamiji (In-person & Online)

Swami Nirvanananda Saraswati conveys a unique combination of humility, devotion, and love for God and humanity, which he expresses through a divinely transcendental voice and exquisite musicianship. A true "Divine Gypsy," Swamiji has been traveling for more than 20 years, bringing his beautiful kirtans and uplifting devotional songs to thousands while raising funds to support his extensive charitable projects around the holy city of Puri in India.