Gokulam Gaushala: a day with the cows
They have names, opinions and very firm views on breakfast. A volunteer’s photo diary from the ashram’s gaushala.
I started volunteering at the Gokulam Gaushala because a friend needed a lift to Ganeshpuri. A year later, I’m the one asking for lifts. These are some photos from an ordinary Saturday.
Morning
The day starts with cleaning and fresh water, then feed. The cows know the routine better than any of us. The calves know it too, and have decided it should start with them.
You can’t rush a cow. After a few Saturdays I noticed I’d stopped trying to rush anything else.
Gau seva
Caring for cows, gau seva, is one of the oldest forms of service in the tradition. At the gaushala it’s also very practical: feed, shelter, the vet, and people turning up every day whatever the weather.
If you’re near Mumbai and would like to spend a morning here, write to the office. Bring old clothes.
You can sponsor a day of gau seva at the gaushala from wherever you are.
A spiritual retreat and temple on the banks of the Tansa river, a short drive from Mumbai.
Mohanji Datta Tapovan, Ganeshpuri is a project of Mohanji Bharat Welfare Foundation, registered in India.
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That dog really does supervise everything. Great photos, Priya!
He takes his job very seriously 😄
Greetings from Kamadenu and Nandini in Australia! Lovely to see the cows in India.
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