Śrīmad Bhāgavata Katha Śravana Sapthaha Mahotsavam
Monday 20th May, 2024 - Sunday 26th May, 2024
Śrīmad bhāgavata Katha Śravaṇa Daily 8am to 10am
Śrīmad Bhāgavata Katha Śravaṇa Sapthaha
Srimad Bhagavatam, or Bhagavata Purana, is a major Hindu scripture glorifying Lord Vishnu's avatars, especially Lord Krishna, and depicting the stories of Bhagavan's devotees. Considered the essence of the Vedas, Upanishads, and Bhagavad Gita, it is revered for elevating spiritual lives.
Conducting a week-long Srimad Bhagavatam discourse (saptah) is a common Hindu practice. As per Sadguru Sri Anantaswamy Maharaj's inspiration, a 'Shrimad Bhagavat Katha Shravana Saptah Yajna' will be held at the ashram. Vidwan Kalya Sri Srikantacharya will narrate stories from Srimad Bhagavatam, accompanied by Lord Krishna's worship.
Devotees are requested to attend this week-long event with families and relatives, listen to the nectar-like Srimad Bhagavata Katha Shravana and spiritual discourses, and receive blessings of Lord Panduranga Vithala and Rukmini, the idol of Sadguru Sri Ananthaswamy Maharaj.
Monday 20th May
8-10 am
Srimad Bhagavatam Katha Śravaṇa by Vidwan Kalya Sri Srikanthacharya
11-1 pm
Mass recitation of Sri Vishnusahasra name followed by Mangalarati
3-5 pm
Cultural programme by children
Bharatnatya dance
5-6:30 pm
Pravachana by
Sri Ha Ra Nagarajacharya
Topic : 'Sankirtana Yoga'
7-9 pm
Traditional Pandhari bhajan and Kirtan by H.B.P. Sri Krishnamurthy Maharaj Bhongale
Thursday 23rd May
8-10 am
Srimad Bhagavatam Katha Śravaṇa by Vidwan Kalya Sri Srikanthacharya
11-1 pm
'Harikathe' by Sri Anantapadmanabha Bhat Topic: 'Bhakta Sudhama'
3-5 pm
Cultural programme by children
Drama
5-6:30 pm Pravachana by Sri Narayananda Saraswati
Topic : 'Bhaja Govindam'
7-9 pm Traditional Pandhari bhajan and Kirtan by H.B.P. Sri Krishnamurthy Maharaj Bhongale
Sunday 26th May
11 to 11:30 a.m. Śrīmad Bhāgavata Katha Mangalacharane
Traditional Pandhari Bhajan
Kala Kirtan and end of Śrīmad Bhāgavata Katha Śravaṇa Sapthaha
Followed by Mahamangalarati and Teertha-prasada distribution
Tuesday 21st May
8-10 am
Srimad Bhagavatam Katha Śravaṇa by Vidwan Kalya Sri Srikanthacharya
11-1 pm
'Harikathe' by Sri Shivashankardas, Topic: Coronation of Govinda
3-5 pm
Cultural programme by children
Devotional songs and Abhanga
5-6:30 pm Pravchana by Dr.Aralumallige Parthasarathy
Topic : The Three Principles of Vishnu Sahasranama
7-9 pm
Traditional Pandhari bhajan and Kirtan by H.B.P. Sri Krishnamurthy Maharaj Bhongale
Friday 24th May
8-10 am
Srimad Bhagavatam Katha Śravaṇa by Vidwan Kalya Sri Srikanthacharya
11-1 pm
Pravchana by Sri Jayakumar
Topic: 'Significance of Human Birth'
3-5 pm
Cultural programme by children
Spiritual Discussions
5-6:30 pm Pravchana by Sri Keda Vedavyasacharya
Topic : 'Sri Rama Charitre'
7-9 pm Traditional Pandhari bhajan and Kirtan by H.B.P. Sri Krishnamurthy Maharaj Bhongale
Wednesday 22nd May
8-10 am
Srimad Bhagavatam Katha Śravaṇa by Vidwan Kalya Sri Srikanthacharya
11-1 pm
Bhajan by Sri Sathya Sai Bhajan Mandali
3-5 pm
Cultural programme by children
Spiritual story presentation
5-6:30 pm
Pravachana by Sri Shivashankardas
Topic : Sri Narasimhavatara
7-9 pm
Traditional Pandhari bhajan and Kirtan by H.B.P. Sri Krishnamurthy Maharaj Bhongale
Saturday 25th May
8-10 am
Srimad Bhagavatam Katha Śravaṇa by Vidwan Kalya Sri Srikanthacharya
11-1 pm
Pravchana by Vidyavachaspati Dr. Pavagada Prakash Rao
Topic: 'Sri Krishna Sandarshana'
3-5 pm
Cultural programme by children
Spiritual Discussions
5-6:30 pm
'Harikathe' by Shri Lokesh Das
Topic: 'Vamanavatara'
7-9 pm Traditional Pandhari bhajan and Kirtan by H.B.P. Sri Krishnamurthy Maharaj Bhongale
In service to the
community for over
120 years
Sri Sadguru Anantha Swamy Ashram has a history that resonates with today's world very strongly. It served a greater purpose towards the well-being of not just the Swakula Sali community but towards all sects of the society. This very purpose keeps us growing stronger.
Today, it is a center for various community related activities like blood-donation, annadana, meditation, yoga classes, devotional activities, prayers, bhajans, satsang and also supports talented students with accommodation.
Sri Anantha Swamy came in search of a peaceful and righteous place to extend his kind activities towards mankind and setup a place to engage in activities praising the Lord Vittala. He decided to accept the current location and surroundings of the Anantha ashram as a place to render his services. With this the ashram was established in around 1900.
Sri Anantha Swamy never expected any monetary assistance from anybody but led a simple life. Many devotees came forward to build an ashram but he refused. After completion of swamiji’s worldly duties, his remains were placed at the current Sanctum Sanctorum. At the first instance four rooms consisting of Garbha Gruha and the Upanyas Mandir were constructed. The rest of the infrastructure was gradually added over the years.
Our Sadgurus-Devotion & Service
Sri Sadguru Anantha Swamy
Great Saint Sri Anantha Swamy also devotedly called as Sri Anantha Maharaj hailed from Bangalore and was born on the day of Anantha Chaturdashi (09-09-1851). After marriage and few years later Sri Anantha Maharaj renounced worldly affairs and stepped-out of the house towards the goal of peace by chanting "Ramakrishna Hari". He was an ardent devotee of Lord Vittala and spent time in Pandharpur to gain spiritual knowledge and thereafter returned in Bangalore. He frequently travelled to Pandharpur by foot praying to Lord Vittala along the way.
He established himself for almost 18 years and during that time started the “Pandhari Varakari” culture and conducted “Bhagavat Sapthah”, Devotional songs, Religious Discourses, Dhindi Bhajans, etc.,
to promote the Bhakti Awareness among the people.
He was contented with a small piece of cloth tied around him and never engaged in luxury of clothing or pompous show.
During the spread of epidemic plague disease of 1901, Sri Anantha Maharaj personally nursed and fed many patients. He took care of them like his own children, and believed that serving humankind is God’s work.
Sri Anantha Maharaj reached the abode of God on 16th January 1902 (Year – Plava, Pushya Shuddha Saptami - Thursday).
Sri Hariharananda Bharathi Swamy
Sri Hariharananda Bharathi Swamy is a mirror of Sri Anantha Swamy’s life. He renounced his worldly affairs and chose to take the path of devotion and service to mankind. He diverted the attention of all devotees towards "Hari Sankirtanas". Subsequently he adored the Supreme Peetham of Anantha ashram. He improved the Ashram's infrastructure, offered free food and shelter to poor students, clothes for the needy and also offered a resting place for people seeking spiritual knowledge.
Indian political activist Kasturbaji, during her visit to Bengaluru, along with Gandhiji and followers, visited the Ashram and listened to the Bhajans & Abhangs sung by Swamy keenly for about Three hours. They were very much pleased about the activities of the Ashram and blessed him.
He left to the Heavenly abode on 15th April, 1963. In Mysore a new Ashram was established in Jayalakshmipuram under the guidance of Sri Hariharananda Bharathi Swamy. This Ashram is managed by the respective trustees and witnesses regular Devotional activities.
Following the path set by our Sadgurus towards service and devotion is the biggest tribute that we can offer and show our humble gratitude to them.
Regular Activities
Sri Pandhari Sampradayik Bhajans
Conducted every Thursdays, Ekadashi and Dwadashi days by the Sri Anantha Swamy Bhajan Mandali for the last 30 years
Nitya Anna Dasoha
Free lunch and dinner is served daily to all devotees visiting the ashram
This activity has been re-initiated after the pandemic
Samuhika Sri Sathya Narayana Swamy Pooja
Conducted on 2nd Sunday of every month. Interested couples can register themselves prior to the pooja
This activity has been re-initiated after the pandemic
Free Medical Camp
Doctors from various specialities including Physician, Ophthalmic, OBG, Paediatrics, Skin, Dental, Ayurvedic are available for free consultation. Free medicines will be provided. The camp is open to all and is conducted 2nd Sunday of every month between 9am and 1pm
This activity has been re-initiated after the pandemic
Yajur Sandhya Vandana Classes
The classes are conducted by B.E.Swakula in the form of a course lasting for 3months. Classes are held every Sunday from 7 to 8 am. Interested candidates can register themselves
This activity has been re-initiated after the pandemic
Yoga Classes
The classes are conducted every Sunday between 7 to 8 am. Interested participants can attend the classes regularly
Sri Sathya Sai Bhajans
Held once a month on 2nd Sunday of every month in the evening at 6pm
This activity has been re-initiated after the pandemic
Annual Events
January
Sadguru Sri Ananthaswamy
Maharaj Divyaradhanotsava
(7 day Saptha)
March / April
Sri Ramanavami Bhajane
April
Sri Hariharananda Bharathi
Swamiji Divyaradhanotsava
July / Ashada
Gurupoornima
July / Ashada
Yajur Upakarma
(Organised by B.E. Swakula)
July / Ashada
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Anantha Chaturdasi
(Birth Anniversary)
November
Samuhika Upanayana
(Organised by B.E. Swakula)
November
Dattatreya Jayanthi
November
Gnanobha Samadhi
Aradhane
A very rare audio clip shared by a member.
Sati Sakkubai Harikatha - Supposedly narrated by
Sri Hariharananda Bharati himself in his own voice.
Kindly note: We have no documented proof of the above assertion and would request members to inform us if they are aware or have any info.
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