Aaranyaka Retreat
Decode the mysteries of life and the Reality
Residential Upanishad Retreat
18, 19 & 20 May 2024, Victoria Day Long Weekend
The Sanskrit word ‘Aaranyaka’ means ‘Forest Treatise’, referring to the eternal and universal wisdom of the Upanishad. The Upanishads are the revelations of Self- Realised sages of yore. The form the philosophical essence of the Vedas. Upanishads expounds a system of knowledge that enables one to reach the ultimate experience of Spiritual Enlightenment.
‘Aaranyaka’ is offered as an annual residential Upanishad study retreat, open to individuals, couples and families. The retreat provides you the rare opportunity to dedicate a long weekend to delve deeper into your inner personality, away from the endless entanglements of family, work, society etc.
Each retreat covers a Upanishad text that requires a calm mind and penetrating intellect to fathom its depth and sublime revelations. The holistic schedule provides a conducive environment and uplifting company of fellow seekers to study, reflect and explore. A lifetime experience to soak yourself in the transcendental wisdom of the Vedas.
Retreat Highlights
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Guided Yogasana
Flex your body as your intellect is recharged
Retreat offers guided yogasana and pranayama sessions. Walk, jog, sports and out door lake side activities also available.
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Upanishad Lecture
Decode the mysteries of life and the Reality
Isa, Kena, Kaivalya and Mundaka Upanishads are covered. Select chapters of the Gita and ‘The Eternities - Vedanta Treatise’ are also covered.
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Group Discussion
Interact, discuss and clarify your doubts
Philosophical movies, group discussion and interactive Q and A sessions with scope for reflection and consolidation of the knowledge.
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Satvic Food
Room, board, stationeries and supplies
Satvic food with vegetarian and vegan options; snacks, tea and coffee during breaks. Stationeries and supplies included.
Meet the speaker
Rangarajan
Rangarajan, disciple of Swami Parthasarathy conducts the Upanishad lectures at the Aaranyaka retreat. The lectures include chanting of the Upanishad mantras, translation of the mantras, etymological derivation of key terminologies; interpretation and explanation on each mantra. The retreat schedule delivers material, guidance and a conducive ambience to study, reflect and unravel the sublime declarations on the Supreme Reality, Brahman.
Horseshoe Valley Resort
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Venue
1101, Horseshoe Valley Road W, Barrie
Conveniently situated in Barrie, within 1.5 hours drive from the GTA.
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Date & Time
Victoria day long weekend, May 2024
Check in 18 May 2024, Saturday
Check out 20 May 2024, Monday -
Rooms
Standard hotel type rooms
Each room has 2 queen beds to host upto 4 adults in your family conveniently.
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Teens & Youth
Family friendly
Activities to keep children & youngsters engaged through the retreat.
Register
The residential retreat is on 18, 19 & 20 May 2024, victoria day long weekend. As rooms are limited, your room booking is based on first come first allotted.