This Friday we will have Kirtan followed by a recitation and discussion on 'Sri Siksastakam' - 8 versus that describe the mission and precepts of Lord Chaitanya, the Golden Avatar of Krishna. This outlines the purpose, the mood and philosophy of Kirtan, the congregational chanting of the Hare Krishna Mahamantra.
"Lord Chaitanya Mahaprabhu recommended: ceto-darpana-marjanam. Marjanam means "cleanse," and darpanam means "mirror." The heart is a mirror. It is like a camera. Just as a camera takes all kinds of pictures of days and nights, so also our heart takes pictures and keeps them in an unconscious state [Subconsciousness]. Psychologists know this. The heart takes so many pictures, and therefore it becomes covered. We do not know when it has begun, but it is a fact that because there is material contact, our real identity is covered. Therefore ceto-darpana-marjanam: one has to cleanse his heart."
(SP: Science of Selfrealization)
As usual we will also have a Veggie/Vegan Spiritual Feast.
We look forward to seeing you there!
BMECP centre, near to the rear of Brighton's train station - 10 Fleet St, Brighton, BN1 4ZE.
Map of the venue HERE
Time 19.00-22.00
Admission Free (Donations welcome)
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