iMedia - Ramakrishna Math Media Gallery #Worship & CelebrationsiMedia - Ramakrishna Math Media Gallery #Worship & Celebrationshttps://imedia.chennaimath.org/blogs/tag/worship-celebrationThu, 02 Apr 2026 15:28:27 +0530http://zoho.com/sites/<![CDATA[191st Jayanti of Bhagavan Sri Ramakrishna (Photos)]]>https://imedia.chennaimath.org/blogs/post/191st-jayanti-of-bhagavan-sri-ramakrishna-photosThe 191st Jayanti of Bhagavan Sri Ramakrishna was reverently observed on Thursday, 19 February 2026, at Sri Ramakrishna Math, Mylapore.]]>

The 191st Jayanti of Bhagavan Sri Ramakrishna was reverently observed on Thursday, 19 February 2026, at Sri Ramakrishna Math, Mylapore.

The day-long celebrations began early in the morning with Mangala Arati, bhajans, temple pradakshina, and nama sankirtan, followed by Special Puja, Sri Ramakrishna Homa, and offerings at noon. Devotional chanting, bhajans by various groups, and Archana marked the afternoon sessions, culminating in evening aratrikam.

In the evening, special talks were delivered in Swami Ramakrishnananda Hall by Swami Tanmayanandaji and Swami Atmaghananandaji, inspiring the devotees with reflections on the life and message of Bhagavan Sri Ramakrishna.

Devotees participated in large numbers throughout the day, making the sacred observance spiritually uplifting and deeply fulfilling.

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]]>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 19:29:54 +0530<![CDATA[Maha Sivaratri 2026 (Photos)]]>https://imedia.chennaimath.org/blogs/post/maha-sivaratri-2026-photosMaha Shivaratri was celebrated at our math with the special Puja (for the four praharas) and Homa for the whole night on Feb 15, Sunday 2026]]>

Maha Shivaratri was celebrated at our math with the special Puja (for the four praharas) and Homa for the whole night on Feb 15, Sunday 2026. There were Chantings, Bhajans during the Puja. Devotees participated in large number & Prasadam also distributed.

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]]>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 14:43:08 +0530<![CDATA[Vedanta for IT Professionals (Photos)]]>https://imedia.chennaimath.org/blogs/post/vedanta-for-it-professionals-photosThe Special Retreat Programme “Vedanta for IT Professionals” was successfully conducted on Sunday, January 18th, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 Noon at Sri Ramakrishna Math, Chennai.]]>

The Special Retreat Programme “Vedanta for IT Professionals” was successfully conducted on Sunday, January 18th, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 Noon at Sri Ramakrishna Math, Chennai.

The programme featured an insightful address by Swami Tyagananda, Minister-in-charge of the Ramakrishna Vedanta Society, Boston, USA. His talks focused on a practical Vedantic approach to stress management, clarity of mind, and purposeful living in today’s IT world.

The session was highly enriching and relevant, offering IT professionals practical spiritual insights to manage stress, enhance mental clarity, and lead a balanced, meaningful professional life.

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]]>Sun, 18 Jan 2026 12:59:00 +0530<![CDATA[Gho Puja & Mattu Pongal at Meyyur 2026 (Photos)]]>https://imedia.chennaimath.org/blogs/post/gho-puja-mattu-pongal-photosThe Rural Unit of Sri Ramakrishna Math, Meyyur celebrated Gho Puja and Mattu Pongal in a spirit of devotion and gratitude, reflecting the traditional Indian ethos of reverence towards nature and cattle.]]>

Date: 16 January 2026
Location: Sri Ramakrishna Math, Meyyur  Rural Unit

The Rural Unit of Sri Ramakrishna Math, Meyyur celebrated Gho Puja and Mattu Pongal in a spirit of devotion and gratitude, reflecting the traditional Indian ethos of reverence towards nature and cattle.

Gho Puja was performed with due sanctity, during which cows were worshipped and special prayers were offered for the well-being of cattle, agricultural prosperity, and harmony in rural life. The observance highlighted the indispensable role of cattle in sustaining rural livelihoods.

The celebration of Mattu Pongal followed, which witnessed the enthusiastic participation of about 600 villagers from nearby villages, volunteers and beneficiaries. Traditional Prasad was prepared and offered, fostering a sense of thankfulness, cultural values and community bonding.

Through this activity, the Mission reinforced the values of gratitude, compassion, and respect for all living beings, in harmony with the ideals of Sri Ramakrishna, Holy Mother Sri Sarada Devi, and Swami Vivekananda.

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]]>Fri, 16 Jan 2026 12:33:00 +0530<![CDATA[164th Jayanti of Swami Vivekananda (Photos)]]>https://imedia.chennaimath.org/blogs/post/164th-Jayanti-of-Swami-Vivekananda164th Jayanti of Swami Vivekananda was celebrated at Sri Ramakrishna Math Chennai on 10th January 2026, Saturday with Special Puja, Bhajans, Homa, Archana & Special Arati.]]>

164th Jayanti of Swami Vivekananda was celebrated at Sri Ramakrishna Math Chennai on 10th January 2026, Saturday with Special Puja, Bhajans, Homa, Archana & Special Arati. 

After Sandhya Arati there were Special Discourses by Swami Satyajnanananda in Tamil and Swami Raghunayakananda in English.

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]]>Sat, 10 Jan 2026 15:21:00 +0530<![CDATA[Kalpataru Day 2026 (Photos)]]>https://imedia.chennaimath.org/blogs/post/Kalpataru-Day-2026Kalpataru Day was celebrated with Special Puja, Bhajan and Special Arati at the Math on Thursday, 01st Jan 2026.]]>

Kalpataru Day was celebrated with Special Puja,  Bhajan and Special Arati at the Math on Thursday, 01st Jan 2026. In the morning there was a special lecture on Kalpataru Day by Swami Raghunayakananda & Swami Atmaghananandaji. In the evening there were Bhajans, Sandhya Arati & Sri Ramakrishna Namasankirtanam - Sadhus & Brahmacharis

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]]>Thu, 01 Jan 2026 10:02:00 +0530<![CDATA[Devotion for Modern Life 2025 (Photos)]]>https://imedia.chennaimath.org/blogs/post/devotion-for-modern-life-2025-photosSri Ramakrishna Math, Chennai successfully hosted “Devotion for Modern Life – A Spiritual Retreat for Contemporary Living” on Sunday]]>
Sri Ramakrishna Math, Chennai successfully hosted “Devotion for Modern Life – A Spiritual Retreat for Contemporary Living” on Sunday, 14th December 2025, at Swami Ramakrishnananda Hall.

The retreat featured Vedic chants, guided meditation, insightful spiritual talks, an interactive Q&A session, and fellowship over lunch. Participants experienced a calm and reflective morning, reconnecting spirituality with modern living.
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]]>Sun, 14 Dec 2025 13:02:00 +0530<![CDATA[173rd Jayanti of Holy Mother Sri Sarada Devi 2025 (Photos)]]>https://imedia.chennaimath.org/blogs/post/173rd-jayanti-of-holy-mother-sri-sarada-devi-2025-photosThe 173rd Jayanti of Holy Mother Sri Sarada Devi was celebrated on 11 December 2025 at Sri Ramakrishna Math, Chennai, with devotion and reverence.]]>

The 173rd Jayanti of Holy Mother Sri Sarada Devi was celebrated on 11 December 2025 at Sri Ramakrishna Math, Chennai, with devotion and reverence.
The day began with Mangala Arati, temple pradakshina, bhajans, and chanting, followed by a special puja, Sri Ramakrishna Homa and a Special Arati. In the afternoon, Devotees participated in Lalita Sahasranama chanting and listened to devotional songs by students and bhajan groups. Evening Arati, musical performances, and talks by monks added depth to the observance.

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]]>Thu, 11 Dec 2025 12:11:00 +0530<![CDATA[Sri Sri Kali Puja 2025 (Photos)]]>https://imedia.chennaimath.org/blogs/post/sri-sri-kali-puja-2025-photosSri Sri Kali Puja was celebrated in our Math on the night of Deepavali, Monday, 20th October 2025]]>
Sri Sri Kali Puja was celebrated in our Math on the night of Deepavali, Monday, 20th October 2025 with Special Puja, Bhajan, Special Arati and Homa. 
Puja ended in the early hours of Tuesday, 21st October and after the Visarjan puja, Sri Kali’s image was immersed in the sea on Tuesday evening.
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]]>Tue, 21 Oct 2025 16:36:45 +0530<![CDATA[Sri Sri Lakshmi Puja 2025 (Photos)]]>https://imedia.chennaimath.org/blogs/post/sri-sri-lakshmi-puja-2025-photosSri Sri Lakshmi Puja was celebrated on 6th Oct 2025, Monday with Sandhya Arati to Sri Guru Maharaj, Special Puja, Bhajans, Special Arati to Sri Lakshmi Devi were performed. 250 devotees participated in person and 1972 participated online.]]>
Sri Sri Lakshmi Puja was celebrated on 6th Oct 2025, Monday with Sandhya Arati to Sri Guru Maharaj, Special Puja, Bhajans, Special Arati to Sri Lakshmi Devi were performed. 480 devotees participated in person and 1972 participated online. 
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