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Swami Amritaswarupananda Puri led this inspiring retreat in-person and online.
Enjoy this retreat with Swamiji and Amma’s senior disciples from North America, Swamini Ambikamrita Prana, Swami Shantamritananda Puri, Swami Dayamritananda Puri and Br. Ramanandamrita Chaitanya.
Watch the replay of the C20 Symposium on Compassion
This all-day event highlighted the importance of empathy and kindness in today’s world through discussions and talks by invited speakers. Swami Amritaswarupananda Puri, Representative of Amma and Chair of Civil 20 India, along with other dignitaries, shared their experiences and insights on how compassion can help us build stronger communities and create positive change. Learn about Amma’s work as the Chair of the Civil 20. The five key topic areas will be: Health, Technology and Security, Gender Equality, Community Resilience, and Education.
Questions? Contact events@amma.org
Retreat Highlights
Compassion as the Centerpoint
Centered around the theme of “Compassion: the need of the hour,” this retreat was an extraordinary and impactful experience. It was a unique opportunity for our community to come together once again, dedicating ourselves to spiritual practice and deep contemplation in pursuit of a better world.
Q&A with Swamiji
There were question and answer sessions where retreat participants directly asked Swamiji spiritual questions. This was a rare opportunity to explore the depths of spiritual inquiry with Amma’s senior-most disciple.
Homa - Sacred Fire Ceremony
Participate in an auspicious homa, a sacred fire ceremony performed by Swamini Ambikamrita Prana. The Homa took place in a beautiful outdoor setting at the MA Center, Chicago.
Sadhana - Spiritual practices
The daily schedule included enlightening spiritual talks by Swamiji and the other disciples, which created opportunities for profound insights. Immerse yourself in the uplifting melodies of daily bhajans (devotional music). There was an in-depth exploration of a scriptural text. Participate in the powerful practice of archana, chanting the thousand names of the Divine Mother.
C20 Symposium on Compassion
As the Chair of the Civil 20, Amma has said, “may our actions speak louder than our words.” The Civil 20 (C20) is a global platform for civil society organizations (CSOs) to voice their opinions to the G20 leaders. A C20 Symposium was held on July 8. Swami Amritaswarupananda Puri, Representative of Amma, Chair of Civil 20 India, Member of C20 Troika and Steering Committee, was present, along with other dignitaries and special guests. Retreat participants are invited to join the C20 Symposium and learn about Amma’s work through various working groups.
Amrita Yoga
Amrita Yoga is an experience of love and compassion, embodied through yoga practice. There were immersive sessions conducted by Amma’s disciples and Amrita Yoga-practitioner devotees at this retreat.
Compassion as the Centerpoint
In-Person Q&A with Swamiji
There were question and answer sessions where retreat participants asked Swamiji spiritual questions. This was a rare opportunity to explore the depths of spiritual inquiry with Amma’s senior-most disciple.
Homa - Sacred Fire Ceremony
View an auspicious homa, a sacred fire ceremony performed by Swamini Ambikamrita Prana. The Homa will take place in a beautiful outdoor setting at the MA Center, Chicago.
Sadhana - Spiritual practices
The daily schedule included enlightening spiritual talks by Swamiji and the other disciples, creating opportunities for profound insights. There were daily bhajans (devotional music). There was a chanting class with Ramanandamrita Chaitanya. There was daily archana, chanting the thousand names of the Divine Mother.
C20 Symposium
As the Chair of the Civil 20, Amma has said, “may our actions speak louder than our words.” The Civil 20 (C20) is a global platform for civil society organizations (CSOs) to voice their opinions to the G20 leaders. A C20 Symposium will be held on July 8, 2023 at the MA Center Chicago. Swami Amritaswarupananda Puri, Representative of Amma, Chair of Civil 20 India, Member of C20 Troika and Steering Committee, will be present, along with other dignitaries and special guests. Retreat participants are invited to join the C20 Symposium and learn about Amma’s work through various working groups.
Amrita Yoga
Amrita Yoga is an experience of love and compassion, embodied through yoga practice. There will be immersive sessions conducted by Amma’s disciples and Amrita Yoga-practitioner devotees at this retreat.
Retreat Registration Fees
ONLINE RECORDINGS
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Attend retreat virtually
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Access to C20 Symposium live-stream
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Retreat recordings accessible through August 13
Questions? Contact events@amma.org
MA Center, Chicago: A Serene Venue
Situated on more than 140 serene acres, MA Center Chicago was inaugurated in 2012 and serves as the midwest hub of charitable, educational, and spiritual activities for Embracing the World, the collective of charitable and humanitarian initiatives inspired by Amma. The venue offers a beautiful atmosphere to immerse in contemplation and spiritual practices.
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