Sri Sri Ramakrishna Birthday Celebrations - 2025 Report
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Thakur's Birthday Celebration at VVS.
On Sunday, March 2nd, 2024, Vivekananda Vedanta Society of Chicago held a vibrant celebration commemorating the birth of Bhagvan Sri Ramakrishna. The event was marked by spiritual discourse, musical devotion, and shared reflections on the profound life and teachings of this revered spiritual master.
Event Highlights:
- Attendance: Approximately 170 devotees participated in the celebration
- Emcee: Meghna coordinated the program
- Spiritual Leadership: Swami Ishatmananda led the proceedings
Program Components:
- Bhajans: Group devotional songs were performed under the Swami Ishatmananda's guidance
- Speakers: Four distinguished speakers offered insights into Sri Ramakrishna's life:
- Brian explored Sri Ramakrishna as a devotee
- Soumitraa examined Sri Ramakrishna through the lens of Vedanta
- Pravin discussed Sri Ramakrishna as a teacher
- Shakti highlighted Sri Ramakrishna as an embodiment of religious harmony
Conclusion: The celebration concluded with a flower offering ceremony, followed by a communal lunch where prasad was shared among all attendees, fostering a sense of community and spiritual connection.