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Sabarimala


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Login and check and schedule for virtual queues so that you know where to look.

THIS IS VERY IMPORTANT:
In July-aug time, the November schedule will be available. You have to keep watching.
Choose virtualQ
Choose November 7 4-5PM (VERY IMPORTANT TO GET THIS DATE AND TIME)

RESERVE a spot for you, alert this group right away. Once you book your slot, half the work is done.

One person can only register 5 people. So you can try to register 5 pilgrims and add our names if you can get that slot. We will deal with it if we happen to double book. That is less of a problem than not having a slot.

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We are leaving on November 6th night trek → Nov 7 darshan

•⁠ Get to Chinmaya International Foundation on 6th noon so that we can do kettunira and take off by 3:30 from there to Sabarimala.
•⁠ ⁠Reach Pamba: 7:00 PM (Nov 6) to allow slower pace climbing up.
•⁠ If you want dolly service, it is available, I think it is about Rs. 8000 up and down. Please carry the cash with you as I don’t know if they take gPay.
•⁠ ⁠Start treking immediately
•⁠ ⁠Reach Sannidhanam: ~11:30 PM – 1:30 AM
•⁠ ⁠Wait for early darshan
•⁠ ⁠Darshan: 3:00–5:00 AM
Nov 7 (Darshan + return home)

•⁠ ⁠3:00–6:00 AM → Early morning darshan (best window)
•⁠ ⁠6:30–7:30 AM → Start descent from Sannidhanam
•⁠ ⁠10:30–11:30 AM → Reach Pamba
•⁠ ⁠11:30 AM–12:00 PM → Depart by car
•⁠ ⁠4:30–6:00 PM → Reach Tripunithura (traffic dependent)

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Sahayana Participation Release of Liability

Release of Liability must be signed online -BEFORE- driving/riding on behalf of Sahayana

The spirit of advaita is not to keep away from anything, but to keep in tune with everything.
– Swami Chinmayananda

Hari OM!
Please fill this form to sign the release of liability.

    Waiver and Release (Senior Program – Including Transportation & Volunteer Drivers)

    In consideration of my participation (or my family member’s participation) in this Chinmaya Mission program, including any transportation provided, I voluntarily agree to the following:

    I waive and release Chinmaya Mission and its officers, trustees, volunteers, coordinators, drivers, and participants from any and all liability for injury, illness, loss, or damage arising from participation in the program or related transportation. This includes claims of negligence and excludes only claims arising from willful misconduct.

    I understand that participation, particularly for seniors, may involve risks including health, mobility, and travel-related risks, and I voluntarily assume all such risks, whether known or unknown. I affirm that I (or my family member) am able to participate.

    If I am serving as a volunteer driver, I certify that I hold a valid driver’s license and carry the legally required insurance. I agree to operate my vehicle safely and understand that I am acting as a volunteer, not as an employee or agent of Chinmaya Mission. I assume all risks associated with driving and transporting participants and release Chinmaya Mission from any liability arising from my role as a driver, except to the extent prohibited by applicable law.

    I acknowledge that organizers and drivers are not medical professionals and authorize them to obtain medical assistance in case of emergency, at my expense. I agree to inform organizers of any relevant medical conditions or special needs.

    I grant permission for photographs or videos taken during the program to be used by Chinmaya Mission for informational or promotional purposes.

    I confirm that participation is voluntary and that I have read and understand this waiver.

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    Our Senior Shuttle Initiative, request a ride – Sahayana

    Dates: Specific Dates will be coordinated offline with you
    Days & Time: Wednesdays, meeting starts at 6 PM
    Sign up here to request a ride

    Hari OM!

    We are excited to launch Sahayana’s Senior Shuttle Initiative—a program dedicated to helping our elders attend their weekly Wednesday meetings safely, with dignity, and care.

    We are requesting the seniors who need rides to the senior meetings to sign up here. We will contact offline to get more details.

    For more details or to sign up, please fill out the form, and Shyam will reach out to coordinate available Wednesdays.

    Thank you for helping us bring “Traveling Together with Dignity, Safety, and Care” to our community.

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      Volunteer Drivers Needed for Our Senior Shuttle Initiative – Sahayana

      Dates: Specific Dates will be coordinated offline with you
      Days & Time: Wednesdays, meeting starts at 6 PM
      Sign up to make a difference!

      Hari OM!

      We are excited to launch Sahayana’s Senior Shuttle Initiative—a program dedicated to helping our elders attend their weekly Wednesday meetings safely, with dignity, and care.

      We are looking for adult volunteer drivers with their own cars to give a few hours on Wednesday evenings starting in April. Your support will make a meaningful difference in the lives of our seniors.

      For more details or to sign up, please fill out the form, and Shyam will reach out to coordinate available Wednesdays.

      Thank you for helping us bring “Traveling Together with Dignity, Safety, and Care” to our community.

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        Deepening Devotion – Talks by Swami Ishwarananda May 13-15, 2026

        Topic: Deepening Devotion through Mukundamala
        Location: “Chinmaya Haridwar”
        3551 NE John Olsen Ave
        Dates: Sessions: Add to Calendar:
        May 13-15 2026 1 through 3 6:00-7:30 PM PT
        Free & Open to all


        About the topic:

        A devotional hymn composed by Kulaśekhara Ālvār, a saint-king, of Chera Kingdom (modern-day Kerala) expressing deep love and surrender to Lord Krishna. Continue the sacred journey of devotion and surrender as Swami Ishwaranandaji unfolds Mukundamala, continuing from his previous Yajna at Chinmaya Mission Portland — guiding us from worldly attachment toward divine refuge during this 3-day in-person Yajna.

        About the speaker:

        Swami Ishwarananda left his career as a professional software consultant to pursue the study of Vedanta. Inspired by Swami Chinmayananda and guided by Swami Brahmananda, he joined Sandeepany Sadhanalaya and has been a vital part of the Chinmaya Mission for over three decades. Swami Ishwarananda currently serves as the Director of Chinmaya Mission West. Known for his dynamic speaking style, he conducts numerous lectures and retreats on spiritual topics, including the practical application of Vedantic principles, stress management, and the spiritual enrichment of the workplace.

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        Hanuman Chalisa Havan – May 16, 2026 starting at 8:30AM

        Date & Time: May 16 2026 & 8:30 AM
        Location: “Chinmaya Haridwar” 3551 NE John Olsen Ave
        Open to All

        Hari OM!

        We begin with the Shodasha Upachara Puja, followed by the Hanuman Chalisa Havan. The Hanuman Chalisa Havan is a sacred Vedic fire offering in which verses from the Hanuman Chalisa are chanted in praise of Lord Hanuman—the embodiment of strength, devotion, courage, and selfless service. Offerings made into the sacred fire symbolize the surrender of personal limitations and the offering of heartfelt prayers at the feet of Lord Hanuman.

        How to Participate in the Puja and Havan

        With the grace of Hanumanji, all Yajman spots have been filled. We sincerely thank you for the overwhelming response.
        All devotees are welcome to attend. Please make sure to RSVP in advance so we may make appropriate arrangements for seating and prasad lunch.

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          Preparing for the Eternal Journey – talks by Swami Aparajitananda Nov 11-15, 2026

          Topic: Preparing for the Eternal Journey, Bhagavad Gita Chapter 8
          Location: “Chinmaya Haridwar” 3551 NE John Olsen Ave
          Dates: Sessions: Add to Calendar:
          Nov 11-15 2026 1 through 5 6:00-7:30 PM PT
          Free & Open to all

          About the topic:

          The Bhagavad Gita teaches us how to prepare the mind. Chapter 8 highlights the power of focused thought, devotion, and detachment, showing that the quality of our final consciousness shapes our next journey. By cultivating remembrance of the Divine, disciplined living, and mindfulness throughout life, we train the mind to face the ultimate transition with peace and clarity.

          About the speaker:

          Swami Aparajitananda is renowned for his clear and insightful discourses on Vedanta and Hindu scriptures. Before embracing monastic life, he trained and worked as an Electronics and Communication engineer and served as a lecturer at an engineering college in Bangalore. Following a profound spiritual calling, he underwent intensive Vedanta training at Sandeepany Sadhanalaya in Mumbai, continuing his spiritual journey as a brahmachari before eventually receiving sannyasa deeksha.

          Swamiji is widely appreciated for his engaging English discourses on texts such as the Bhagavad Gita and Upanishads, as well as his writings and contributions to magazines. He currently serves at the Chinmaya Mission center in Chicago and continues to inspire audiences worldwide with practical and profound spiritual teachings.

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          Sing Bhajans During Assembly!

          Location: “Chinmaya Haridwar“
          Volunteering Opportunity Exclusively For Our Sponsors!
          Signup Required

          Love is the heart of religions, the theme of all classical works of art and literature, the song of all devotees. Scientists know only what love does not what love is.
          – Swami Chinmayananda

          Hari OM!

          Devotional Singing (Bhajans) and Namasmarana (repetition of the Divine name) have often been prescribed by eminent divine personalities and true spiritual leaders as an age-old tool for spiritual, mental, and emotional upliftment. In short, an end result is an act of purification to one’s being and surroundings.

          If you are our Bala vihar participant and you or your child would like to sing Bhajans, here is the perfect opportunity, during our assembly! The bhajan singing slot is from 9:20 to-9:30am. Any devotional song, in any language, can be sung as long as all can sing along. Please prepare bhajan(s) to be sung in an assigned 10 minutes duration. You will need to be in the hall (or login to zoom) by 9:15 am. The lyrics of the bhajan need to reach our AV coordinators by Friday of the preceding week at the latest.

          Please signup below and appreciate your flexibility about the date.

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          Who is a Yajmaan?

          Hinduism places great importance on rituals, ceremonies, and pujas, where devotees seek blessings through offerings. In traditional practice, a “Yajmaan” serves as the patron of a puja or yajna, supporting the priest who conducts the ritual. The word “Yajmaan” comes from the Sanskrit root “Yaj,” meaning worship, and typically refers to the head of a family or community leading the sacrificial ceremony. After the puja, the Yajmaan offers Dakshina (a donation) to the priest, marking the completion of the ceremony.

          At Chinmaya Mission, we strive to make these sacred rituals accessible to all. At Chinmaya Mission Portland, a different family is honored as the Yajmaan for each puja. The Yajmaan begins the ceremony with a “Sankalpa,” a firm, positive resolution or prayer offered to the Lord. They bring offerings such as flowers, fruits, and naivedyam (food offerings), and conclude by making a tax-deductible donation to the mission at the feet of Madhur Krishna, as an expression of gratitude. In return, the Yajmaan receives blessings and Puja Prasad from the priest, deepening their connection to the divine and inviting wisdom and positive energy.

          Rest assured—our Festival team works closely with the Yajmaan every step of the way to ensure the experience is meaningful and enjoyable for all.

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          Upload Sponsorship Donation Receipt

          Please note that we are an all-volunteer organization, with our team members balancing daytime jobs to keep our overhead costs at zero. This ensures that 100% of your annual sponsorship goes directly towards maintaining the Chinmaya Haridwar building and its programs. Since tracking annual sponsorships requires considerable time, we would greatly appreciate your prompt attention to this matter. Closing it quickly will allow our volunteers to continue serving Chinmaya Mission Portland in the best possible way.

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