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In Durga’s Embrace: A Disciple’s Diary

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By Swami Durgananda

What does it take to make a commitment to the Divine?

In 1967, Margaret White, a housewife from the suburbs of Philadelphia, met Swami Sivananda Radha for the first time, and something awakened within her. What follows is a transformative journey that takes her from Philadephia to the Yasodhara Ashram in British Columbia, and from housewife to sanyasi.

In Durga’s Embrace: A Disciple’s Diary reveals the dynamic relationship between guru and disciple through the story of two extraordinary women: Swami Radha and Swami Durgananda.

In Durga's Embrace: A Disciple's Diary

What does it take to make a commitment to the Divine?

In 1967, Margaret White, a housewife from the suburbs of Philadelphia, met Swami Sivananda Radha for the first time, and something awakened within her. What follows is a transformative journey that takes her from Philadelphia to the Yasodhara Ashram in British Columbia, and from housewife to sanyasi.

In Durga’s Embrace: A Disciple’s Diary reveals the dynamic relationship between guru and disciple through the story of two extraordinary women: Swami Radha and Swami Durgananda.

Paperback: 285 pages
Photos: 14 Black and White
Published: June 2006
ISBN-10: 1932018123
ISBN-13: 978-1932018127

Printed in Canada on 100% post consumer waste recycled paper that is acid free

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To reserve your space we require a non-refundable $300 deposit at the time of booking. If you cancel prior to 14 days before the start date of your program, the deposit is non-refundable but may be transferred to another stay at the Ashram booked within a year of the original registration. Deposits for stays cancelled within 14 days of the start date will not be refunded and cannot be transferred to another stay. If you depart early during a program, full tuition and room charges still apply. Thank you for your consideration that will help make space available for other guests.

Cancellation Policy

To reserve your space we require a non-refundable $300 deposit at the time of booking.

  • The $300 deposit is non-refundable, but if you cancel with at least two weeks’ notice, your payment may be transferred to another stay at the Ashram. 
  • If the cancellation is made less than 14 days before the start of the course, the deposit is not transferable. 
  • Deposits transferred following a cancellation are converted into a booking credit. This credit must be applied to a retreat scheduled within twelve (12) months of the cancellation date. 
  • If the credit is not used within this period, it will expire and be forfeited. Expired credits have no cash value and will not be refunded or extended.

Thank you for your consideration that will help make space available for other guests.