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Discovering the Ancient Wisdom of Vedanta

in the Cradle of Humankind

Join us for an immersive weekend and an opportunity to retreat in nature to explore the improvement of your

overall sense of wellbeing.

Participants will engage in a daily schedule similar to that of the Vedanta Academy in India, including lectures, group discussions, early morning study, yoga, gentle hiking, music, poetry and nourishing meals.​

Vedanta is an ancient philosophy originating over 5000 years ago deep within the Himalayas.

Derived from two Sanskrit words, 'veda' meaning knowledge and 'anta' meaning end or goal, Vedanta means the culmination of knowledge to create a more meaningful life experience and future filled with health, harmony and balance.

Vedanta philosophy is the digest of numerous saints and sages who inquired into the mystery of human existence. Their scientific approach and subsequent findings led to a systematic presentation of logical truths called Vedanta.

The authority of Vedanta doesn't rely on the instructions of a particular preceptor or master but instead establishes its authority through the presentation of fundamental principles governing human experience. Its appeal is universal and transcends borders, cultures, countries and creeds.

 

The authenticity of Vedanta is established and remains unfaltering and persistent throughout the passage of time. Unlike other sciences which deal with those fields of enquiry external to oneself, Vedanta presents as a subjective science investigating the inner landscape of the personality.

 

Through investigation, self-enquiry and discovery, and subjective experience, Vedanta aims to inspire dynamic action directed towards meaningful goals, establish a framework for attaining and improving emotional stability, and provide sincere seekers with clarity regarding meaning and purpose.

 

A predominant theme of Vedanta concludes that true happiness is a state one reaches not by changing the world but by changing how one meets it. A state reached only through an internal transformation.

 

Furthermore, the philosophy and its practical implementation support the attainment of material success, mental peace and well-being.

Living is an art, a skill, a technique. You need to learn and practice it As you would play a musical instrument or fly an aircraft - Swami A. Parthasarathy.

           

This retreat has been conceived to provide an opportunity to take a step back from the stress of daily life and immerse yourself in a weekend dedicated to personal development and well-being.

 

This ancient philosophy presents the eternal principles of life and living. It programmes a life of mental peace combined with dynamic action in the world. It equips one with clarity of intellect to eliminate stress and gain success by dealing with life's challenges.              

Above all, its philosophy leads one to the ultimate goal of human perfection, absolute peace and happiness.

The world today is plagued by fear, anxiety and burnout. Stress-related diseases are among the leading causes of death worldwide. While the trigger for stress is external, the cause is internal.                                                      

The retreat aims to establish a more lasting state of human maturity. Seasoned teachers disseminate authentic, time-honoured ideas to bring about inner transformation.                           

                                   

All aspects of the personality will be addressed.

Through yoga, walks and light running, the physical body is maintained. The mind is catered to through uplifting and inspiring music and chants. The development of the intellect and acquisition of knowledge is attained through lectures, audio and video presentation, group discussion and individual study.

Day 1

Friday, 18th October 2024

3:00 - 4:00 pm

Arrive and refresh at Farmhouse Reception

Reception

04:00 pm

Orientation and Tour Lapa

Lapa

04:40 pm

Welcome Address and Introduction Lapa

Lapa

05:05 pm

Tea

Meeting Room

05:30 pm

Lecture

Meeting Room

06:30 pm

Break

Meeting Room

06:45 pm

Small Group Discussion

Lapa

07:45 pm

Break

08:00 pm

Dinner

Joe's Boma

09:00 pm

Retire

Day 2

Saturday, 19th October 2024

04:30 am

Wake Up (Optional)

04:40 am

Morning Chant (Optional)

Lapa

04:45 am

Personal Study

Respective Rooms

05:45 am

Tea

Lapa

06:20 am

Yoga

Shala

07:05 am

Sports / Jog / Walk

Meet at Lapa

08:00 am

Shower

08:30 am

Breakfast

The Shed

09:45 am

Lecture

Boardroom

11:00 am

Depart for Nirox

Reception

11:15 am

NIROX Sculpture Park Tour

12:00 pm

Poetry Session

Meeting Room

12:45 pm

Depart for FARMHOUSE58

Gate 3 NIROX

01:15 pm

Lunch

The Shed

02:15 pm

Rest & Reflection

04:00 pm

Small Group Discussion

Lapa

05:00 pm

Tea

Lapa

05:45 pm

Classical Music & Chant

Shala

06:15 pm

Break

06:30 pm

Big Group Discussion

Lapa

07:30 pm

Break

07:45 pm

Dinner

The Shed

04:30 am

Wake Up (Optional)

04:40 am

Morning Chant (Optional)

Lapa

04:45 am

Personal Study

Respective Rooms

05:45 am

Tea

Lapa

06:20 am

Yoga

Sala

07:05 am

Sports / Gym / Jog / Walk

Meet at Lapa

08:00 am

Shower

08:30 am

Breakfast

The Shed

09:45 am

Lecture

Meeting Room

10:45 am

Break

11:00 am

Q & A

Lapa

12:00 am

Closing Address

Lapa

12:15 am

Depart 

Day 3

Sunday, 20th October 2024

Standard single

R11 820 

   

Standard double

R18 510  

 

Deluxe single

R12 420    

Deluxe double

R18 710     

Premium single

R13 220     

   

Premium double

R19 910

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