Purnima & Ekadashi Meditation

BYK is excited to introduce Yoga sadhana on Ekadashi and Pournami days in 2025. Join this 45-minute online session to build the qualities of tapas, svadhyaya and iswara pranidhana.

“The aim of chanting is not to chant, but to bring about silence. One need not mistake the technique to be the goal. If the goal is felt, stop all chanting and subside into it. In quietness, enjoy to the best of your capacity.”
– Sri M

Registration Open

Purnima Meditation

Starting from

April – November

Every Month

One Session

Price

INR 1960 | USD 44

Timings

7:00 pm – 7:40 pm IST

Total Sessions

8

Mode

Online Via Zoom

Ekadashi Meditation

Starting from

April – November

Every Month

Two Sessions

Price

INR 1960 | USD 44

Timings

6:00 am – 6:45 am IST

Total Sessions

16

Mode

Online Via Zoom

Purnima & Ekadashi Meditation

Starting from

April – November

Every Month

Three Sessions

Price

INR 3650 | USD 59

Timings

6:30 pm – 8:00 pm IST

Total Sessions

24

Mode

Online Via Zoom

What You’ll Learn

  • A meditation community to stay motivated.
  • Sync-in with the lunar cycles.
  • Helps calm the mind and reduce emotional turbulence.
  • Master breathing techniques to chant better.
  • Surrender to renew ourselves and connect with the divine.

Who are Eligible

The program is open to anyone interested in meditation and chanting. Those with a desire to deepen their spiritual practice will find it particularly beneficial.

We recommend attending both Purnima and Ekadashi Meditation consistently for a year for noticeable effects.

Dates in 2025

 

Month Ekadashi Purnima
January 10th & 25th 13th
February 8th & 24th 11th
March 10th & 25th 13th
April 8th & 24th 12th
May 8th & 23rd 11th
June 7th & 22nd 10th
July 6th & 21st 9th
August 5th & 19th 8th
September 3rd & 17th 6th
October 3rd & 17th 6th
November 1st & 16th 4th
December NA NA

Meet Instructors

Chitra Ganesh

Chitra Ganesh has been trained and mentored under the esteemed guidance of Kalaimamani Mr. M.R. Chandrashekhar, a revered Yoga Guru. She holds an M.Sc in Yoga for Human Excellence, a Diploma in Yoga from the Indian School of Yoga, Chennai, and certifications in Hatha Yoga Sangraha from Madras Sanskrit College, Ayurveda for Yoga teachers from Kaivalyadhama Yoga Institute and Research Center, and the Science of Well-Being from Yale University. For Chitra, yoga is the golden thread that weaves through the fabric of life, echoing Sri M’s teachings on finding balance and moderation.

Curriculum

  • Introduction to Ekadashi sadhana
  • Meditation with Sir’s audio on Kleem krishnaya or Om namo Bhagavate
  • Reading from the Srimad Bhagavatam or Bhagavad Gita
  • Bhajans/ Kirtan
  • Introduction to Full Moon Meditation
  • Meditation with Sir’s audio on Bala mantra or Dum (is this right?) durgaiye namaha
  • Reading from Devi Purana and Devi Mahatmiyam
  • Devi Mantras/ bhajans

FAQs

Both days are energetically significant. Purnima amplifies spiritual energy through the full moon’s influence on the mind and body, while Ekadashi aligns the mind with its natural energy centers, making meditation more profound.

Fasting is optional but recommended for Ekadashi to lighten the body and reduce distractions. On Purnima, fasting is less common, but a light diet helps maintain focus during meditation.

On Ekadashi, mantras like Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya or Kleem Krishnaya deepen connection with Lord Vishnu. For Purnima, mantras like Om Chandraya Namaha or Devi Mantras harness lunar energy.

Both are effective. On Purnima, meditating in moonlight is ideal, but indoors near a window or in a calm, quiet space is equally powerful. For Ekadashi, any serene environment works well.

No prior experience is required. The sessions are beginner-friendly, with guided instructions to help participants connect with the day’s energy.

The course is designed to offer consistent meditative practices on these sacred days, ensuring participants benefit from the unique energies of Purnima and Ekadashi while cultivating a sustainable routine.

While each session is beneficial on its own, attending both offers a more holistic experience by aligning with both the lunar cycles (Purnima) and cosmic rhythms (Ekadashi).

All you need is a quiet space, a comfortable seat, and an open mind. It’s also helpful to keep a journal for intention-setting or reflections after the meditation.

Yes, you can join the course if you are outside India. The sessions are conducted online, making them accessible globally. You’ll only need a stable internet connection to participate. Please note the session timings are in Indian Standard Time (IST), so you may need to adjust for your local time zone.

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