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ALL program's || Mangal Āratī & Live Darshan Āratī & Guru Puja || 15-10-2026

ALL program's || Mangal Āratī & Live Darshan Āratī & Guru Puja || 15-10-2026

A foundational guide to devotion, humility, and spiritual essence. It invites seekers to understand the deeper truths that shape a meaningful spiritual life.

Ahimsa and Compassion: Caring for Every CowArticle

Ahimsa and Compassion: Caring for Every Cow

Why our goshala shelters old, injured and abandoned cows — and how the principle of ahimsa calls us to care for every life, especially the most vulnerable.

ALL program's || Mangal Āratī & Live Darshan Āratī & Guru Puja || 15-10-2026Audio

ALL program's || Mangal Āratī & Live Darshan Āratī & Guru Puja || 15-10-2026

Observed on the Dwadashi before Dhanteras (also known as Vasu Baras in Maharashtra), this day celebrates the bond between the cow and her calf (vatsa). Devotees worship a cow together with her calf, offer them sprouted grains and sweets, and many observe a fast, avoiding dairy products for the day as a mark of respect. It is especially dear to mothers, who pray for the well-being of their children

Why Go Seva Is Called the Highest SevaArticle

Why Go Seva Is Called the Highest Seva

In our tradition the cow is honoured as Gomata, the mother who gives without asking. Discover why serving her is seen as one of the purest forms of devotion.

Gopala: Lessons from the Divine CowherdArticle

Gopala: Lessons from the Divine Cowherd

Sri Krishna chose to grow up among the cows of Vrindavan. What His life as Gopala teaches us about love, protection and humble service.

Gopashtami and Govatsa Dwadashi: Festivals of the Cow.Article

Gopashtami and Govatsa Dwadashi: Festivals of the Cow.

Two sacred days in the month of Kartika are devoted to honouring the cow and her calf. Learn their meaning and how to observe them with devotion.

Go Seva at Home: Simple Daily PracticesArticle

Go Seva at Home: Simple Daily Practices

You don't need to live near a goshala to serve Gomata. Here are simple, time-honoured practices to bring Go Seva into your everyday life.

Ahimsa and Compassion: Caring for Every CowArticle

Ahimsa and Compassion: Caring for Every Cow

Why our goshala shelters old, injured and abandoned cows — and how the principle of ahimsa calls us to care for every life, especially the most vulnerable.

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