Mahashivarathri 2013 and Yaksha – Maha Shivarathri festival at Isha Yoga Center

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Mahashivarathri

is the night of Shiva, the Adiyogi. A gift from nature, the unique planetary positions on this night initiate an upsurge of energy in the human system. By staying awake and keeping the spine erect one can reap immense benefits. The exuberant nightlong festival at the Isha Yoga Center sets the ideal ambience for this, with explosive meditations and spectacular musical performances by renowned artists, drawing over a million people. In the presence of Sadhguru, this unrivaled celestial extravaganza opens up the tremendous spiritual possibilities of the night.

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Yaksha

March 3-9 • 7pm IST

Yaksha, named after celestial beings in Indian mythology, is a spectacular and colorful 7-day feast of music and dance hosted annually by Isha Foundation, amidst the sacred space of the Dhyanalinga Yogic Temple located at the foothills of the verdant Velliangiri Mountains. Celebrated in the month of February, and attracting thousands of ardent spectators, Yaksha features 7 consecutive nights of musical concerts and dance by some of the greatest artistes in India.

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TN Krishnan

Tripunithura Narayan Krishnan is an icon of the melody and reposefulness of music, giving importance to expressional restraint. A Carnatic violinist who was first introduced to music by his father, he was a child prodigy who made his debut concert at the age of eight.

Abhishek Lahiri

Abhishek Lahiri has risen to prominence as an Indian Classical Sarod Player. He has won the hearts of discerning audiences worldwide with his maturity, depth & perfection.

Madhavi Mudgal

Madhavi Mudgal is a noted exponent of Odissi and is acclaimed for her artistic mastery, technique and creative dance choreographies.

Ulhas Kashalkar

Pandit Ulhas N. Kashalkar is a Hindustani classical vocalist who has received training of the highest order in three distinct prominent gharanas – Gwalior, Agra and Jaipur.

Nishat Khan

Nishat Khan transcends musical barriers with his provocative expression and spellbinding technical mastery. Undeniably the foremost virtuoso of the sitar, he is the torchbearer of seven generations and the 400-year old tradition of India 's most renowned musical family.

Subhra Guha

A leading female vocalist of the country, Subhra Guha is regarded as one of the finest female exponents of the Agra gharana. With striking tunefulness and exquisite tonal malleability, Subhra’s voice is remarkably suited for khayal recital. Her style of rendition displays a mellow blending of vidya, impeccable raagdari and a rich gayaki that is both creative and aesthetically appealing.

TM Krishna

Thodur Madabusi Krishna is a Carnatic music vocalist, hailing from a family of music connoisseurs. He was exposed to South Indian classical music at an early age, his first concert being at the Spirit of Youth series, organized by the Music Academy in Chennai.

Anita Ratnam

Anita Ratnam is accomplished in a variety of Indian dance forms, including Bharatanatyam, Kathakali, and Mohiniyattam. She incorporates her training in T’ai chi and Kalaripayattu along with these dance forms, to make “Neo Bharatanatyam,” a term coined by her to describe her unique dance style.

Aruna Sairam

Padma Shri Aruna Sairam is an eminent Carnatic vocalist who uses melody as a language of basic and refined human expression. Rooted in the devotional songs of South Indian temples, her style celebrates life in all its colors and emotions...

Raghu Dixit

Raghu Dixit’s remarkable rise has been nothing short of spectacular. The former Bharatanatyam dancer’s rousing folk rock is not only the symbol of metropolitan India’s blossoming alternative music scene, but is also making waves internationally.

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Annadhanam

During the night long celebration of Mahashivarathri, Annadhanam is offered to the hundreds of thousands of devotees who attend the event at the Isha Yoga Center. Isha Foundation offers one the opportunity to contribute towards the Annadhanam.

How to Prepare

Those who cannot be at the Isha Yoga Center during Mahashivarathri can make use of the night by following some simple guidelines.

Power of Mantra

Today modern science is proving that everything you know as life, everything that you know as existence, as cosmos, as galaxies, it is all just one energy manifesting itself in millions and millions of ways. This is an experiential reality in every yogi.

Pancha Bhuta Aradhana

There is a whole system of yoga called bhuta shuddhi, meaning purification of the elements. With the Pancha Bhuta Aradhana, Sadhguru opens up a unique opportunity for devotees to benefit from this deep yogic science which would otherwise require intense sadhana.

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