{"id":8367,"date":"2025-02-26T11:49:23","date_gmt":"2025-02-26T11:49:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/country.bhaktimarga.org\/ashram-shree-peetha-nilaya\/?page_id=8367"},"modified":"2026-01-10T15:50:24","modified_gmt":"2026-01-10T15:50:24","slug":"swami-retreats","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/country.bhaktimarga.org\/ashram-shree-peetha-nilaya\/ashram-shree-peetha-nilaya\/retreats\/swami-retreats\/","title":{"rendered":"Swami Retreats"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<section class=\"hero-image\">\n    <div class=\"hero-image__container\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"hero-image__background object-fit-cover\" src=\"https:\/\/country.bhaktimarga.org\/ashram-shree-peetha-nilaya\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/44\/2023\/10\/come-visit-us-the-ashram.webp\" alt=\"shree peetha nilaya ashram viewed from the sky\">\n            <\/div>\n    <div class=\"hero-image__content container\">\n        <h1>Swami Retreats<\/h1>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n<style>\n    <\/style>\n\n\n<section class=\"intro-text-icon\">\n    <div class=\"container\">\n        <div class=\"intro-text-icon__container\" style=\"background-color: #F8E5BE;\">\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/country.bhaktimarga.org\/ashram-shree-peetha-nilaya\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/44\/2023\/12\/lotus-icon.png\">\n            <div class=\"intro-text-icon__content\">\n                <span class=\"intro-text-icon__text\"><p>Welcome to Shree Peetha Nilaya, the Home of the Divine Mother!<br \/>\nWe warmly invite you to join our <strong data-start=\"96\" data-end=\"114\">Swami Retreats<\/strong>, a unique opportunity to step away from daily life and immerse yourself in wisdom, self-discovery, and meditation.<\/p>\n<p>Led by the Swamis of Shree Peetha Nilaya, each retreat offers deep insights into Hindu tradition, guiding you through transformative experiences that nurture both heart and mind.<\/p>\n<p>Take this time for yourself \u2014 gain deeper understanding of our traditions, connect with your inner self, and embrace the beauty of a spiritual journey in a supportive and uplifting environment.<\/p>\n<\/span>\n                            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n<section class=\"no-padding\">\n    <div class=\"container no-padding\">\n        <div class=\"flex-50\">\n            <p hidden>Nested in the peaceful environment of our ashram, you will experience the loving presence of the Divine Mother while learning to accept and integrate new aspects of yourself. This transformative retreat invites you to come closer to your inner divinity through silence and supportive spiritual practices.<\/p>\n            <p hidden>Meditation, mantra walks in nature, self-analysis and a Vedic fire ceremony in silence will help you to clarify your inner world and direct it towards the positive. Open up to new areas of your heart and be ready for a transforming inner journey!<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"cards-image-carousel\">\n    <div class=\"container\">\n                    <div\n                     \n                    class=\"cards-image-carousel__card\"\n                >\n                    <div class=\"card__content\">\n                        <h3 class=\"card__title\">Sri Vitthala Giridhari Parabrahmane Namah<\/h3>\n                        <p><strong>Living Like A True Bhakta &#8211; M\u016aLA MANTRA ANNIVERSARY<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>07 &#8211; 12 April 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>THE BIRTH OF A NEW MANTRA<br \/>\nOn 8 April 2020, in the middle of the COVID-19 period, Paramahamsa Vishwananda received a powerful mantra in His meditation from the Lord:<\/p>\n<p>Sri Vitthala Giridhari Parabrahmane Namah<br \/>\n<i>(My obeisances to the Supreme Lord Vi\u1e6d\u1e6dhala, who is the refuge and protection of everyone.)<\/i><i><\/i><\/p>\n<p>This retreat, led by Swami Keshava, will explore the joy and depth of the Divine Name and how it becomes a powerful way for each of us to connect to the Supreme.<\/p>\n<p>Registration starting soon<\/p>\n                                            <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"card__image-container carousel-container\">\n                        <div class=\"carousel\">\n                                                                    <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"card__image\" src=\"https:\/\/country.bhaktimarga.org\/ashram-shree-peetha-nilaya\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/44\/2025\/12\/2025-03-08-p-0135.jpg\" alt=\"\">\n                                                                                <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"card__image\" src=\"https:\/\/country.bhaktimarga.org\/ashram-shree-peetha-nilaya\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/44\/2025\/12\/2025-03-08-p-0101.jpg\" alt=\"\">\n                                                                                <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"card__image\" src=\"https:\/\/country.bhaktimarga.org\/ashram-shree-peetha-nilaya\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/44\/2025\/12\/2019-06-23-p-0765-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\">\n                                                                                <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"card__image\" src=\"https:\/\/country.bhaktimarga.org\/ashram-shree-peetha-nilaya\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/44\/2024\/10\/DSC05113-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\">\n                                                                <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n                                <div\n                     \n                    class=\"cards-image-carousel__card\"\n                >\n                    <div class=\"card__content\">\n                        <h3 class=\"card__title\">Guided by Swamis and Swaminis<\/h3>\n                        <p>In the beautiful ashram setting, our Swamis and Swaminis will guide you through this retreat days.<\/p>\n<p>The courses are held in English, but most of the Swamis and Swaminis are fluent in both English and German.<\/p>\n                                            <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"card__image-container carousel-container\">\n                        <div class=\"carousel\">\n                                                                    <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"card__image\" src=\"https:\/\/country.bhaktimarga.org\/ashram-shree-peetha-nilaya\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/44\/2023\/11\/your-event-learn-from-us.webp\" alt=\"swami (hindu senior monk) sharing knowledge\">\n                                                                                <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"card__image\" src=\"https:\/\/country.bhaktimarga.org\/ashram-shree-peetha-nilaya\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/44\/2025\/02\/SPNswamisandswaminis.jpg.webp\" alt=\"\">\n                                                                <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n                                <div\n                     \n                    class=\"cards-image-carousel__card\"\n                >\n                    <div class=\"card__content\">\n                        <h3 class=\"card__title\">Accommodation &#038; Food<\/h3>\n                        <p>The Retreats can be booked with with or without Accommodation and Food.<\/p>\n<p>Full Vegan Meals will be served for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner. Outside of the mealtimes hot water for tea\/coffee is available.<\/p>\n<p>08:30 &#8211; 09:15 Breakfast<br \/>\n13:00 &#8211; 13:34 Lunch<br \/>\n19:15 &#8211; 19:45 Dinner<\/p>\n<p>Women and Men housed separately. Our dorms face either the Shiva Lawn or the valley of Springen village. Each room has an ensuite bathroom, a dedicated wardrobe area, and a balcony.<\/p>\n<p>Free parking is available on the property.<\/p>\n                                            <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"card__image-container carousel-container\">\n                        <div class=\"carousel\">\n                                                                    <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"card__image\" src=\"https:\/\/country.bhaktimarga.org\/ashram-shree-peetha-nilaya\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/44\/2023\/10\/shared-room-02.webp\" alt=\"shared room in shree peetha nilaya\">\n                                                                                <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"card__image\" src=\"https:\/\/country.bhaktimarga.org\/ashram-shree-peetha-nilaya\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/44\/2025\/02\/IMAGE-2025-02-05-115514.jpg\" alt=\"\">\n                                                                                <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"card__image\" src=\"https:\/\/country.bhaktimarga.org\/ashram-shree-peetha-nilaya\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/44\/2025\/02\/2024-01-20-p-0031.jpg\" alt=\"\">\n                                                                <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n<section id=\"\" class=\"events-cards-list\">\n        <div class=\"container\">\n            <h2 class=\"title-with-ornament title-with-ornament--violet\">Upcoming Retreats<\/h2>\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/events.bhaktimarga.org\/pages\/calendar\" target=\"_blank\">\n                <p class=\"button button--outline--violet\">Calendar View<\/p>\n            <\/a>\n            <div class=\"events-cards-list__carousel scroll-container\"><\/div>\n            <div class=\"scroll-arrows\">\n                <div class=\"scroll-arrow scroll-left\"><\/div>\n                <div class=\"scroll-arrow scroll-right\"><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"progress-container\">\n                <div class=\"progress-bar\"><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n\n\n\n<section  class=\"no-padding\">\n    <figure class=\"quote\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/themes\/vaikuntha\/images\/quote-icon.svg\" alt=\"\">\n        <blockquote>\n            <p>&#8221; The two things which will always stop you of fulfilling your dharma<br \/>\nis your mind and your desire.&#8221;<\/p>\n        <\/blockquote>\n        <figcaption>Paramahamsa Sri Swami Vishwananda<\/figcaption>\n    <\/figure>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"images-grid\" id=\"stay-with-us\">\n    <div class=\"container grid-3-auto\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"object-fit-cover\" src=\"https:\/\/country.bhaktimarga.org\/ashram-shree-peetha-nilaya\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/44\/2024\/03\/2023-07-21-p-0231-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"object-fit-cover\" src=\"https:\/\/country.bhaktimarga.org\/ashram-shree-peetha-nilaya\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/44\/2024\/06\/SILENT-RETREAT-Grid-2.jpg\" alt=\"\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"object-fit-cover\" src=\"https:\/\/country.bhaktimarga.org\/ashram-shree-peetha-nilaya\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/44\/2024\/06\/SILENT-RETREAT-Grid-3.jpg\" alt=\"\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"object-fit-cover\" src=\"https:\/\/country.bhaktimarga.org\/ashram-shree-peetha-nilaya\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/44\/2024\/06\/SILENT-RETREAT-Grid-4.jpg\" alt=\"\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"object-fit-cover\" src=\"https:\/\/country.bhaktimarga.org\/ashram-shree-peetha-nilaya\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/44\/2024\/06\/SILENT-RETREAT-Grid-5-e1729071315123.jpg\" alt=\"\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"object-fit-cover\" src=\"https:\/\/country.bhaktimarga.org\/ashram-shree-peetha-nilaya\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/44\/2024\/06\/SILENT-RETREAT-Grid-6.jpg\" alt=\"\">    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Nested in the peaceful environment of our ashram, you will experience the loving presence of the Divine Mother while learning to accept and integrate new aspects of yourself. 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