Pilgrimage of the Heart 2026 - Day 6- Sarvabhauma Bhattacarya’s Home Gambhira

Sarvabhauma Bhattacarya’s  Home Gambhira

"Tulsi Arti and Make Japa Great Again | Pilgrimage of The Heart, Day-6, Puri".                                It features a morning spiritual session during a pilgrimage in Jagannath Puri.

Session Breakdown

1. Tulsi Arti: The program begins with the traditional Tulsi Arti . Devotees chant prayers like "Vrindayai Tulasi-devyai priyayai keshavasya cha" and the Tulsi Pradakshina Mantra while circumambulating the plant.

2. Spiritual Talk: "Make Japa Great Again": The speaker addresses the group, focusing on the importance of quality and "vigilance" in spiritual practice.

   • Compound Interest in Bhakti: He compares spiritual practice to a bank account, noting that consistent chanting (Japa) has a "compounding effect" over time.

   • Determination and Effort: Quoting a 1969 letter from Srila Prabhupada, he emphasizes that becoming a "great devotee" is possible for anyone who applies determination and effort to remain free from offenses while chanting.

   • Vigilance Against Maya: The speaker defines "vigilance" as staying awake to spiritual goals and being cautious of pride, which "opens the door for Maya" (the illusory energy).

3. Group Japa Chanting: Following the talk, the session moves into an extended period of group chanting of the Hare Krishna Maha Mantra. This meditative chanting continues for the majority of the video, lasting until the end.

The session concludes with the speaker observing the sunrise and encouraging the pilgrims as they continue their day in the holy city of Puri.

Watch the full video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PUcjufHk7B0

Second Program of the Day "Guru Puja and Srimad Bhagvatam Class | Pilgrimage of The Heart, Day-6, Puri,". It features a session from a spiritual retreat in Jagannath Puri, focusing on the "Atmarama" verse from the Srimad Bhagavatam.

The session is divided into two main parts: a traditional worship ceremony (Guru Puja).

• Guru Puja and Kirtan: The video begins with devotional chanting (Bhajans) and the Guru Puja ceremony, honoring the spiritual master.

• Srimad Bhagavatam Class: The speaker transitions to the formal class, focusing on Srimad Bhagavatam 1.7.10, famously known as the "Atmarama Verse."

Key Teachings on the Atmarama Verse

The speaker explains the Sanskrit verse: "All different varieties of atmaramas (those who take pleasure in the spirit self)... desire to render unalloyed devotional service unto the Personality of Godhead."

• Universal Attraction: The core theme is that Lord Krishna's qualities are so transcendental and attractive that they even draw in "liberated souls" who have already transcended material desires.

• Analysis of "Atma": Quoting historical dictionaries, the speaker notes seven meanings for the word Atma, including Brahman (absolute truth), body, mind, endeavor, endurance, intelligence, and personal habits.

• Unalloyed Devotion: True devotion (Shuddha-bhakti) is defined as serving the Lord without any desire for material gain, mystic powers, or even liberation.

• Stages of Love: The lecture outlines the progressive stages of spiritual development, from initial attachment to intense feelings of ecstatic love and separation.

Q&A Highlights

• Interpreting Scripture: In response to a question about different translations, the speaker emphasizes that interpretations must follow "guard rails"—they must align with the conclusions of previous spiritual teachers (acharyas) and the ultimate goal of surrendering to the Supreme.

• Dealing with "Noisy" World: The speaker advises avoiding "Jana-sanga" (association with worldly-minded people) and instead cultivating relationships with other devotees to maintain inner peace.

• The "Heart" in Association: Using a story of a monkey and an alligator, the speaker illustrates how one might interact with the material world out of obligation while keeping their "heart" fixed on their spiritual practice.

• The Power of Spiritual Taste: He explains that once a person develops a "taste" for spiritual life, that attraction will eventually pull them back, even if they temporarily fall away from their practice.

The session concludes with a prayer for all participants to be attracted by the Lord's transcendental qualities and to share these teachings globally.

Watch the full video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4yi2wT0KHxQ

"Krishna Katha | Pilgrimage of The Heart, Day-6, Puri," at the Sarvabhauma Bhattacharya House in Jagannath Puri.

Key Highlights of the Video:

• Setting the Scene: The session begins with instructions to the pilgrims not to take photos inside the sacred space, emphasizing the sanctity of the location.

• Chanting of Ujjwala Varana: The group chants the Ujjwala Varana Deham, a prayer glorifying the golden form of Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu.

• Hare Krishna Kirtan: A soul-stirring kirtan follows, with the group chanting the Hare Krishna Maha Mantra led by the spiritual leader. The chanting is melodic and rhythmic, creating a meditative atmosphere.

• Spiritual Reflections and Closing Prayer:

  • The speaker encourages the pilgrims to let their hearts reside in the remembrance of the meeting between Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu and Sarvabhauma Bhattacharya.

  • He speaks about the "conversion of heart" that took place in this historical location through the presence of the Supreme Personality of Godhead.

  • The session concludes with a prayer for the holy name and the message of the Srimad Bhagavatam to reach everyone across the world.

The video captures a moment of deep devotion and historical reflection during the Day-6 pilgrimage in Puri.

Watch the video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zt7K3rGqHZA