Love Service Devotion: A Hanuman Chalisa Immersion
with Govind Das & Rama Chandra Das (Rob)
February 28 - March 1, 2026
Temple of Joy, Encinitas
Join us for a sacred weekend immersion into the Hanuman Chalisa, one of the most beloved devotional prayers of the bhakti tradition. Love Service Devotion is an invitation to step beyond fear and limitation and into trust, courage, and wholehearted devotion—guided by the example of Hanuman, the embodiment of faith in action.
Over the course of the weekend, Govind Das and Rama Chandra Das will offer heartfelt teachings, stories from the Ramayana, and contemplative reflections that illuminate the deeper meaning of the Chalisa—line by line and through lived experience. Through chanting the Chalisa, Kirtan, Japa Meditation, discussion and shared inquiry, we will explore how Hanuman’s surrender, strength, and humility can become living principles in our own lives.
This immersion is designed not only to deepen understanding, but to awaken personal relationship with the Chalisa as a daily companion—one that supports us through doubt, challenge, service, and transformation. Together we will explore what it means to take a true leap of faith: trusting the heart, offering ourselves in service, and allowing grace to carry us forward.
This retreat is open to all—whether you are new to the Hanuman Chalisa or have been chanting it for years. Come as you are, and leave nourished, inspired, and rooted more deeply in devotion.
***This is a non-residential retreat. Participants will find their own accommodations if coming from out of town. There are plenty of hotels, motels and Airbnb’s in the area. Kichari will be served both days for lunch.
Cost: $270
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About Your Guides:
Govind Das
Govind Das is a California-based kirtan singer, yoga teacher and as his spiritual name suggest -"servant of the divine". He is the co-owner of Bhakti Yoga Shala in Santa Monica CA. His commitment to love, service, and devotion is the essence which is reflected and transmitted through his music and teachings. He leads evenings of kirtan, bhakti yoga workshops, presents at festivals and leads and transformative retreats throughout the world.
Rob Lundsgaard (Rama Chandra Das)
Rob leads kirtan, bhakti yoga workshops and devotional retreats all over the globe. Drawing upon his past experience as a filmmaker, he revels in sharing the stories and adventures of the yogic deities, bringing passion and relevance to these ancient teachings.
