The Sanatan Vaidic Dharma Pandits’ Sabha Region Three (Essequibo Islands-West Demerara) last Sunday embarked on its second “boat cruise satsangh” which saw hundreds of individuals taking part in the numerous spiritual and cultural festivities.
The event, which materialised in collaboration with the Hindu Swayamsevak Sangh (HSS), the Hare Krishna Movement, the Nirvana Humanitarian Society and generous sponsors featured discourses from prominent speakers and cultural performances with many from as far as Berbice, Bartica and other sections of Guyana’s coast.
Chants and singing were accompanied by henna designing, face painting and a vegetarian food bar which covered a wide variety of dishes, beverages, sweet
meats and fruits.
Whilst venturing through the Essequibo River through the islands of Leguan and Wakenaam, many were engrossed in religious hymns and addresses after which the vessel was docked at the Supenaam Ferry Stelling, where the inhabitants of nearby communities stepped out on the harbor to welcome the ferry.
Those who were interested in the sceneries along the banks of the river
proceeded to the upper deck where the Hare Krishna Movement chanted for most of the journey.
After one hour into the windy midday atmosphere, the vessel resumed its route back to Parika for a three-hour journey, cruising through the calm Essequibo waters. Cultural performances of dances, skits and musical renditions were
performed by local artistes along with appearances by television personality, Joel Ghansham and other accompanying entertainers. The Dymanic Tassa Troupe also took the stage to perform to the crowd’s amusement.
With the sunset yet to descend, the ferry arrived at its destined port where many good reviews could be heard as persons exited and of course, with expectations that the initiative will continue in the coming years. The organisation posited that
this idea was taken up to create diversity in the way the scriptures are being
delivered to capture the attention of all and as well as to preserve Hinduism. All proceeds will also be used to fund other activities at the Sabha.
The entity is also seeking to create a centre where studies can be pursued and is seeking assistance from the business
community. They are currently in search of land as the first step towards this
realization. (Times Sunday Magazine)
