Seminars and Q&A
Chariot Fest presents a wide variety of opportunities for festival attendees to dive into the incredible spiritual depth and wisdom of the ancient east. With renowned guest speakers hailing from all over the world, we are proud to present a lineup of seminars and topics that will surely inspire you! Don’t pass up the opportunity to interact and ask questions with our host of learned, spiritual scholars.
What to expect
Dive into the profound teachings of the Bhagavad Gita through engaging and insightful discussions led by esteemed spiritual leaders and scholars. These seminars explore the timeless wisdom and practical applications of the Gita's teachings, providing valuable insights and the path to spiritual enlightenment.
Wisdom of the Gita
Immerse yourself in the rich and complex world of Vedic philosophy with our detailed seminar sessions. These explorations cover a wide range of topics, including the nature of the soul, the concept of the cosmos in Vedic thought, and the interconnectedness of all living beings.
Explorations in Vedic Philosophy
Be inspired by a series of enlightening talks from renowned spiritual leaders, gurus, and motivational speakers. These sessions cover a wide range of topics, including the essence of bhakti-yoga (devotion), the importance of mindfulness, and the journey towards self-realization.
Inspirational Talks
Engage in dynamic interactive Q&A sessions where you can ask questions and seek answers on various spiritual topics. These sessions provide an open forum to explore and deepen your understanding of spiritual concepts, personal growth, and the application of ancient wisdom in contemporary settings.
Seek and Discover
Speakers
Anuttama Das
Anuttama Das serves as ISKCON’s International Director of
Communications and a Governing Body Commission
member. His spiritual journey began with deep questioning
and exploration—from Zen Buddhism to Methodism—until he
discovered bhakti yoga in 1975. He became a disciple of
Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada in 1976. He is active in
several interfaith initiatives in Washington, D.C., including the
Religion Communicators Council. He is also active in several
religious freedom initiatives and networks with government
and NGOs in Washington to promote religious freedom
around the world. As a skilled communicator and educator, he
has taught various seminars worldwide on leadership,
management, communications, and more.
Schedule
Saturday, July 12
Time | Spiritual Seminars Tent | Q&A Tent |
|---|---|---|
2:30 pm | Karma-Free Eating and Fasting: the Diet for the Body and Soul Aditya Devi Dasi | The Soul's Journey - Is Death the End or the Next Chapter? Prabhupada Priya Devi Dasi |
3:30 pm | The Genuine Guru: Bridge Between the Soul and the Divine Anuttama Das | Reality or Illusion: Can We Trust What We Perceive? Sundar Chaitanya Goswami |
4:30pm | The Guide to a Happy Life: Timeless Lessons from Bhagavad Gita Prabhupada Priya Devi Dasi | What is our Ultimate Purpose in Life? Vedavyasapriya Swami |
5:30pm | The Power of Transcendental Sound Vibration Sundar Chaitanya Goswami | The Origin of Life: Chemicals or the Supreme Being? Ananda Murari Das |
6:30 pm | The Transcendental Majesty of Krishna Krishna Das Kaviraj Das | Why Do Bad Things Happen to Good People? Aditya Devi Dasi |
7:30 pm | Rolling with the Divine: The Story Behind the Festival of Chariots Deva Madhava Das | Ask Me Anything (AMA) about Karma, Reincarnation and Immortality Ananda Murari Das, Mahabhagavat Das |
Sunday, July 13
Time | Spiritual Seminars Tent | Q&A Tent |
|---|---|---|
1:00 pm | Unpacking The Most Confidential Knowledge Ananda Murari Das | Exploring Spiritual Tools for Enlightenment and Mental Health Bhakti Anugraha Janardana Swami |
2:00 pm | Bhakti Yoga: Yoga of Love, Devotion, and Liberation Bhakti Anugraha Janardana Swami | Transforming your Mind, Letting Go of Unwanted Baggage Vedavyasapriya Swami |
3:00 pm | Journey of Self-Discovery: Returning to Our Original Consciousness Deva Madhava Das | The Missing Key to Peace: Beyond Politics, Power, and Protest Anuttama Das |
4:00 pm | Spirituality and Wisdom in the Age of Artificial Intelligence Mahabhagavat Das | Ask Me Anything (AMA) about Yoga and Meditation Sundar Chaitanya Goswami, Prabhupada Priya Devi Dasi, Hari Vallabha Das |