Pournami Full Moon Celebrations at Ramana Maharshi Centre
Join us under the full moon for a quiet evening of devotion, prayer, and community at our Mekhri Circle shrine.
An invitation to a Pournami evening featuring "Sriraaga Maalika," a Ramananjali musical offering. The event combines devotional music with traditional rituals like Puja and Pradakshina, creating a complete spiritual experience.
A delightful poster for our Pournami celebration featuring "Pashupathi Ramana," a dance performance by disciples of the Centre. The charming artwork reflects the theme of reverence for all life, a key aspect of Bhagavan's teachings.
We present our Chittirai Pournami celebrations, a special full moon event in the Tamil month of Chittirai. The evening is dedicated to Ramana Bhajans, followed by sacred rituals and the sharing of Prasadam.
Our annual calendar for the Pournami Celebrations, providing a full schedule of the monthly full moon gatherings at our Mekhri Circle shrine. This serves as a standing invitation for all to join these recurring evenings of devotion.
A combined celebration of Pournami and Father's Day, paying tribute to Sundaram Iyer, Bhagavan's father. The event features a Ramananjali Nritya offering by the students of Natyopasana, blending cultural performance with remembrance.
An invitation to our Pournami celebration in January, coinciding with the Pongal festival season. The evening features Ramananjali Bhajans led by Smt. V. Radha, followed by Puja and the chanting of Arunachala Aksharamanamalai.
A joint celebration of Karthigai Deepam and Pournami, two significant lunar events. The poster details two days of festivities, including the lighting of the special beacon lamp and devotional bhajans by students.
About this collection
Every full moon evening here is a rhythm of specific devotion. We gather not just for silence, but to actively participate in the Pradakshina (circumambulation) around our shrine, while chanting the Arunachala Aksharamanamalai. It is a guided, communal experience where the doors of our Mekhri Circle meditation hall remain open to all seekers, regardless of your familiarity with the teachings.
Our Pournami celebrations serve as a monthly anchorage in peace. These gatherings are more than just an event; they are an invitation to step away from the bustle of city life and into a space of reflection.
The Evening Rhythm
Typically beginning in the early evening, the program features the soul-stirring Ramananjali Bhajans, often led by our dedicated disciples. You will find the atmosphere charged with the chanting of Arunachala Aksharamanamalai, a deeply moving practice that forms the backbone of our rituals. We then move into the Pradakshina, walking the sacred path around the shrine, which offers a rare moment of collective stillness.
Art as Offering
We often invite artistes—ranging from young students to accomplished performers—to present Bharatanatyam, Kuchupudi, or Carnatic music. For us, this is not performance in the secular sense; it is Natya as an offering to Bhagavan. Whether it is a feature like 'Pashupathi Ramana' or a classical recital, the arts here are intended to turn the mind inward.
Practical Details
- Participation: All are welcome. There is no cost to attend, though many choose to sponsor the Mahaprasadam or ritual offerings if they feel inclined.
- Community: The evening concludes with the distribution of Prasadam, a moment of fellowship where attendees can sit, share a meal, and connect with other spiritual seekers.
- Accessibility: The meditation hall at Mekhri Circle is designed for all. You do not need to register to join the Bhajans or the walk; simply arrive in time to settle in.
These monthly nights are an opportunity to recharge your spiritual battery. We invite you to join us this coming Pournami.
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