Long Beach Krsna Temple

It is a window into the dynamic and exciting life of the Hare Krishna temple. Here are the elements in order that make up the Saturday Program:

Bhajans (6:30p.m.): these are songs (hymns of praise or hymns made up of the names of God) sung while seated on the floor with harmonium (pump organ), Mrdungam (temple drum), and of course, singing. Lecture (8 p.m.): The lecture is a chance to hear direc

tly from a senior member of the tradition about the philosophy and practice of the ancient tradition embodied by the "Hare Krishnas." It will include readings from the religious classics of India like the Bhagavad Gita and Srimad Bhagavatam. There is also an open question and answer period at the end that you are encouraged to take part in! Kirtan (9 p.m.): Pleasing and energetic singing (Kirtan) of hymns of praise to God and His beloved servants. It is accompanied by drums, bells, gongs, singing and dancing. Prasadam (9:15 p.m.): this is the Feast part of the Saturday Program! The Prasadam is absolutely fresh, utterly delicious vegetarian food, cooked by expert kitchen staff and offered to God for His pleasure. What remains is His mercy or, in Sanskrit, His Prasadam. Delicious and like nothing you've ever had before. Sponsorship: Sponsorship is a nice way to seek blessings from the Lord and His devotees, and is often done in commemoration of something important to oneself i.e. birthdays, weddings, anniversaries, etc. Enclose your check (made payable to ISKCON).