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often they are not only highly orthodox and traditional, they
are narrow minded. For instance,Sankara mutts may not entertain
foreigners, even though they may allow them to tour the ashram
grounds and interview the pontiff in charge of the mutt.
--Afternoon tea
One may listen to the question & answer session with rapt
attention.
shrine.
Special features
4 One notable feature of all Indian ashrams is that one need
not participate in any of the activities. He can pick and
Ashram Facilities
Goshala: Hindus revere cows and feel the need to protect them
and provide nice shelters for them. Most ashrams have a large
cow shed to provide milk for the inmates and also protect the
cows.
trips.
Ashram fees:
Typical Indian ashrams will not charge you any amount for rooms
or food. They are entirely free. No one would approach you for
making a donation too. But it is customary for devotees
visiting or staying in the ashram to make a donation while
leaving the ashram.You may donate any amount you wish,but make
sure you give to the officer in charge and get a receipt. [You
may also claim the income tax exemption under section 80 G for
My Personal experiences:
church.
congenial and calm for contemplative life for both Hindu and
Christian seekers, though my impression may be somewhat
superficial. Br. John Martin is heading this ashram now.
I may mention here the ashrams run by Sister Vandana and Sister
Ishapriya near Rishikesh in the last two decades and similar
Summary
days at least. Ashram life is not for all,even for a few days.
But those tending towards a contemplative life or for
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