Ramakrishna Math, Koyilandy, organized a spiritually uplifting retreat for its devotees on 15 March 2026. The programme was designed to foster a deeper understanding of the lives and teachings of the Holy Trio through prayer, meditation, and study.
Programme Highlights
The proceedings began at 4:00 PM and featured a structured sequence of devotional activities:
- Inaugural Sessions: The retreat commenced with Vedic prayers and an opening devotional song.
- Spiritual Practices: Participants engaged in a session of collective meditation followed by the rhythmic chanting of the Bhagavad Gita.
- Scriptural Readings: Dedicated segments were held to reflect on the core literature of the Ramakrishna Movement:
- Sri Ramakrishna Leelamrita: Read by Rajalakshmi.
- Life of Holy Mother Sri Sarada Devi: Read by Jincy (GAP Teacher).
- Messages of Swami Vivekananda: Read by Beena (GAP Teacher).
Keynote Discourse
The event featured an esteemed guest speaker, Sri Kunhiraman Puthussery, who delivered a discourse in Malayalam. His talk focused on the life and message of Sri Ramakrishna, with a particular emphasis on the true purpose of spirituality in the modern world.
Conclusion
The retreat concluded with a closing song, after which tea and snacks (Prasad) were distributed to all attendees. The event served as a meaningful platform for the local devotee community to gather and rejuvenate their spiritual ideals.
