Princeton Hindu Satsangam: Past Events

In Sanskrit, the term Satsangam literally means “in the company of truth.” It has come to describe a gathering of people in search of Truth.

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April 8	Two Songs for Kali, Interactive discussion on medieval Hindu poetry led by Professor Benjamin Baer, Chair of the Department of Comparative Literature.
April 10	Peace or Perish: There is no other choice: Keynote lecture delivered by renowned international Hindu leader Dada JP Vaswani. Dada Vaswani was introduced by Shashi Tharoor, Under Secretary-General of the UN. Dada Vaswani's book by the same title was launched on that occasion. Sponsored by the Woodrow Wilson School, the Religious Life Council, and Princeton Hindu Satsangam. Media reports 1, 2.
April 11	Yoga and Meditation session taught by certified instructors from the Art of Living Foundation.
April 12	Bollywood Night - a celebration of South Asian pop culture. Presented by SASA. Co-sponsored by PHS.
April 13	Sangam, the spring performing arts show hosted by SASA, showcasing South Asian performing arts and culture, featuring various student groups such as Naacho, PSAT, Princeton Bhangra, Kalaa, Rutger Raag, Harvard Bhangra and Columbia Taal. Co-sponsored by PHS.
April 14	THE RAMAYANA: A Bharatha Natyam Dance Drama presented by Kalaa, the Indian classical dance troupe. This dance drama showcased the Bharatha Natyam style, with character features in Kuchipudi and Western classical dance forms, to the music of Ravi Shankar, Zakir Hussain, and others. Co-sponsored by PHS.
April 15	A celebration of Holi, the Hindu spring festival of colors, organized by SASA. Co-sponsored by PHS.
May 6	A trip to Sri Venkateswara temple in Bridgewater.