Madhura Utsav with Sri Gadhadharan Ji – May 21 to May 28, 2025
Namadwaar Virginia was truly blessed by the immense grace of Sri Swamiji and the divine couple, Sri Madhuri Sakhi Samedha Sri Premika Varada ThakurJi, to host Sri Gadhadharan Ji for his very first satsangs in Virginia. The entire week was filled with divine discourses, Nama Sankirtan, that uplifted devotees of all ages.
Day 1 – May 21 (Wednesday): Padhuka Mahima Pravachan
The Utsav began with a warm welcome for Sri GadhadharanJi at the residence of Sri MuraliJi and Smt MalathiJi. He gave an insightful pravachan on the Mahima of Guru’s Padhuka.
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Day 2 – May 22 (Thursday): Krishna Jananam Pravachan
At Namadwaar, Sri GadhaiJi was welcomed with Mahamantra Kirtan on his first visit to Nava Vrindavan. He delivered a heart-melting pravachan on Krishna Jananam, and devotees rendered Krishna kirtans.
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Day 3 – May 23 (Friday): Ambarisha Charitram on Ekadasi
Hosted by Sri MadhanJi and Smt ThanujaJi, the day featured a satsang rich in devotion. Sri GadhaiJi spoke on Ambarisha Charitram, beautifully illustrating the paths of devotion. Young devotees resonated deeply, expressing joy in learning that love toward Bhagavan is the simplest path to Him.
The satsang concluded with kaliyayum bali kollum keerthan and Maha Arthi. Devotees received Kalyana Srinivasa Perumal picture and Prasad from Sri GadhaiJi
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Day 4 – May 24 (Saturday) Morning: Hanumantha Vaibhavam at SV Lotus Temple
Sri GadhaiJi gave an English pravachan on Hanumantha Vaibhavam at SV Lotus Temple, Fairfax. Priests honored him with Sri Venkatesha Perumal’s prasadam, and devotees received the discourse with immense joy.
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Day 4 Afternoon: House Satsangs in Washington DC
In a spiritually vibrant afternoon, Sri GadhaiJi visited the homes of Sri PadmaJi & VeeraJi and Sri SrikanthJi & Smt NithyaJi, offering a pravachan on Sri Hanumantha Vaibhavam.
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Day 5 – May 25 (Sunday) Morning: Radha Madhav Vivah & Chappan Bhog offering
By the immense grace of His Holiness Maharanyam Sri Sri Muralidhara Swamiji, and the abundant blessings of Sri Madhuri Sakhi Samedha Sri Premika Varada ThakurJi and Sri Jagannatha Parivar, Namadwaar Virginia had the divine fortune of celebrating:
Ashtapadi rendering to Sri Jagannatha Parivar
Radha Madhav Vivah – the Divine Marriage Ceremony
Chappan Bhog offering to the Lordships
The divine Lordships, beautifully adorned with garlands and jewelry, were gracefully seated on a swing. Many devotees who were recently blessed with a Puri Yatra brought their Sri Jagannatha Parivar deities to Namadwaar. A total of 12 Parivars were present in the Jagannatha Mandap, all ornately decorated for this grand occasion.
The satsang commenced with Mahamantra Nama Sankirtan. After Guru Vandhanam and Dhyana Slokas, devotees rendered Thodaya Mangalam. Sri GadhaiJi offered Pushparchanam to Guru Maharaj, ThakurJi, Thakurani, and Sri JagannathaJi. This was followed by the rendering of Radha and Krishna Kirtans.
The Radha Kalyanam paddhati was followed with devotion, including Kalyana Ashtapadi and Tharangini. As flowers were offered to the Divine Couple, devotees chanted the Radha Krishna Namavali, immersing in bliss. Sampradaya Kirtans appropriate for Radha Kalyanam were also rendered with devotion.
A grand Chappan Bhog (56 offerings) was made to Sri Jagannatha Parivar and the Divine Couple. Sri GadhaiJi delivered a heartfelt pravachan on Sri Jagannatha Swami and the glory of Radha Kalyanam. The satsang concluded with Anjaneya Kirtans, prayer kirtans, the soul-stirring Kaliyayum Bali Kollum kirtan, and Maha Arati.
The celebration concluded with the distribution of Maha Prasadam to all attendees.
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Nava Vrindavan Parikrama After Radha Kalyanam, devotees did Nava Vrindavan parikrama with Sri GadhaiJi.
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Day 5 Evening: Sri Prahlatha Charitram
The Day 5 evening satsang was graciously hosted by Sri Rajesh SrinivasanJi and Smt. PriyaJi. The satsang commenced with Mahamantra Kirtan, followed by Guru Kirtans and Prayer Kirtans.
Sri GadhaiJi delivered a soul-touching pravachan on Sri Prahlatha Charithram. The discourse was deeply appreciated by devotees of all ages. Many children shared how beautifully Sri GadhaiJi explained the nine forms of devotion and the inspiring story of young Prahlatha, emphasizing the simplicity and accessibility of true devotion.
The satsang concluded with the Kaliyayum Bali Kollum kirtan and Maha Arati. Dinner Mahaprasad was lovingly served to all the devotees.
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Day 6 – May 26 (Monday) Morning: Srimad Bhagavatam – Ekadasha Skandam
At the residence of Sri RamanJi & Smt LalithaJi, Sri GadhaiJi expounded upon the Ekadasha Skandam, leaving devotees in spiritual bliss. The satsang concluded with kaliyayum bali kollum keerthan and Maha Arthi. Lunch Mahaprasad was served to all the devotees
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Day 6 Afternoon: Gopa Kuteeram Annual Day
Gopa Kuteeram Virginia joyously celebrated its Annual Day on Monday, May 26th. Around 100 children enthusiastically recited and presented stories from the Srimad Bhagavatam, along with shlokas, ashtakams, stotras, and bhajans they had learned throughout the year. They also rendered the Hanuman Chalisa and Lalitha Sahasranamam with great devotion.
Senior children who had completed weekly Gopa Kuteeram classes and were attending Yuva Sessions or had recently left for college were specially recognized. Sri GadhaiJi presented a recognition trophy to each of the alumni. They shared heartfelt reflections on how Nama chanting and the daily recital of shlokas have positively impacted their day-to-day lives.
Sri GadhaiJi also distributed Bhagavad Prasad to all the children and their families, marking a blissful conclusion to the celebration.
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Day 6 Evening: Mass Prayer
Sri GadhaiJi led a mass Mahamantra prayer, extolling the life-changing power of Nama and slokas. The hall echoed with blissful chanting.
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Day 7 – May 28 (Wednesday): Kuchela Charitram
The Utsav concluded at the residence of Smt MalathiJi & Sri MuraliJi with a beautiful pravachan on Kuchela Charitram, followed by Arati and Prasad.
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