Navaratri: Celebration of Devi, Cosmic Energy
9:00AM Daily Special Programs in the Temple
By Donation; included in overnight guest rate
Navarātri is considered an important time for physical, mental and spiritual purification and transformation. Cosmic energy is personified here as Devī or Durgā, Mother of the universe, vanquishing in battle all the demons or forces of darkness and ignorance.
Programs will include Sanskrit chanting of the Devī Māhātmyam for world peace and healing. Hymns from the Vedas and Tantras are also included.
Friday, October 19, is Vijayā Dashamī, the “Day of Victory” and Conclusion of Navarātri.