Damodar Swami's 17th death anniversary observed
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, October 24 2023:
The 17th Tirobhav (death anniversary) of renowned spiritual leader His Holiness Bhakti Swarupa Damodar Swami was observed today at Sri Sri Radha Krishna Chandra Mani Mandir, Changangei.
The ceremony was attended by disciples of the late pioneer of Vaishnavism, brahmans, vaishnavs and members of ISKCON Manipur and Moreh.
The event was kicked off early in the morning with the offering of Sankirtana followed by recalling the contributions of His Holiness Damodar Swami during his lifetime, then offering of Charan Abhisek, Raj Bhog and lastly conducting a Guru Puja.
Notably, His Holiness Damodar Swami travelled across the globe advancing teachings on the relationship between science and spirituality.
His 17th Tirobhav was also observed at his samadhi (tomb) at Radha Kund and Vrindavan (Uttar Pradesh) as well as globally at ISKCON Centres in Bali, Indonesia, Australia, America and Singapore.
In acknowledgment of Damodar Swami's promotion of Manipuri culture, the deities at these ISKCON centres were adorned with Manipuri traditional attires.