Join us for a special weekend with Padmanabha Swami, a revered teacher and scholar, as he shares deep insights on applying spiritual wisdom to our everyday lives. Through a series of thought-provoking talks and discussions, we’ll explore how to navigate challenges, engage in the world with purpose, and cultivate a heart-centered spiritual practice.
This weekend is an opportunity to reflect, connect, and gain practical tools for integrating spiritual values into action. Whether you're seeking guidance on personal growth, service, or devotion, each session offers a space to deepen your understanding and application of spiritual principles.
Day 1 – Coping with Crisis
Thursday, May 29 | 6:45 PM – 8:00 PM
Life is full of uncertainty and challenges, but how we respond
makes all the difference. This session explores spiritual tools for
navigating personal and collective crises with resilience, faith,
and clarity.
Day 2 – Integrating Worldly Action as Part of One’s Spiritual Journey
Friday, May 30 |
6:00pm - 8:00pm
How do we balance spiritual aspiration with the demands of daily
life? This discussion will offer insights on harmonizing work,
relationships, and responsibilities with a deepening inner
practice.
Day 3 – Evolution of Love in Spiritual Practice
Saturday, May 31 | 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
True spiritual growth is a journey of the heart. This session
explores how love transforms over time in practice—moving from
discipline to devotion, from effort to surrender.
“Pie in the Sky” Kirtan Night
Saturday, May 31 | 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
An evening of uplifting kirtan (sacred chant) to immerse in the joy
of collective song and devotion. All are welcome to join in this
heart-opening experience!
Day 4 – Spiritual Activism
Sunday, June 1 | 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM
How can we be of service in a way that is both effective and
spiritually rooted? This session will explore the intersection of
activism and spiritual practice, offering guidance on engaging with
the world while maintaining inner peace.
Registration & Sliding Scale Pricing
Full Weekend: $108
Accessible Pricing Available: If the full price is beyond your means or you have means to help others in need attend, we offer a sliding scale of $80 - $150. Pay what feels sustainable for you within this range. If additional financial support is needed, please reach out to info@bhaktiyogadc.com—we’re happy to work with you.
Come as you are, and join us for this profound weekend of reflection, discussion, and community. We look forward to sharing this space with you!
About Swami Padmanabha
Swami Padmanabha, born in Argentina in 1980, is a monk who, while a contemplative for more than half his life, is deeply engaged in the world, attuned to contemporary thought and today’s unique challenges. A practitioner and teacher of Bhakti Yoga, his journey into the Gaudiya Vaishnava tradition has been enriched by insights from mystical traditions and contemporary thinkers across philosophy, psychology, theology, and the sciences. Renowned as both a scholar and a dedicated student, he is loyal not to institutions but to the transformation of lives. In this spirit, he continuously fosters and supports initiatives in spiritual and social awareness through discussions, seminars, retreats, and social media. His profound humanity, sharp vision, and unwavering integrity make him a significant spiritual figure for our times.
Join us for a 5-week summer journey through the epic tales of the Vedas—where gods walk among mortals, dharma is tested, and the heart is both battlefield and altar. Each week explores iconic stories of devotion, power, and liberation—from the cosmic dance of Shiva and Shakti to the tender mischief of Krishna’s lila. Discover timeless wisdom through artful storytelling, guided reflection, and deep discussion.
Week 1 (July 8): Siva & Sakti — Pride & Self Sacrifice
Explore the cosmic dance of creation and destruction through the stories of Siva and his consort Sakti (Parvati, Kali, Durga).
Week 2 (July 15): Prahlad & Narasinghadeva — Devotion vs. Tyranny
A story of courage and unwavering faith as child-saint Prahlad resists his demon father and invokes the ferocious form of Vishnu. Explore Divine of protection, justice, and surrender.
Week 3 (July 22): Ramayana — Dharma in Action
Journey through the epic of Rama, Sita, Hanuman, and Ravana. Focus on exile, loyalty, temptation, and the fine line between justice and vengeance.
Week 4 (July 29): Mahabharata — Choices, Chaos & Consequences
Unpack the great war epic and its timeless lessons—from Draupadi’s dignity to Arjuna’s doubts on the battlefield. What to do in the face of irresolvable ethical and dharmic dilemmas.
Week 5 (August 5): Krishna Lila — Play, Love & Liberation
End with the playful, mystical tales of Krishna—from stealing butter to revealing the cosmos. Explore themes of joy, divine mischief, and transcendent love.