Hindu Society of North Carolina

Author(s): Hindu Society of North Carolina
Publisher: Hindu Society of North Carolina
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Hindu Society of North Carolina
1976-2006
Hindu Society of North Carolina's celebration and appreciation 30 years for the Hindu Society of North Carolina and 20 years for the Temple.
1976-2006
1972
1976
1980
2000
©2006 copy writes HSNC

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Board of Directors President
Vice-President/Treasurer
Board of Director Board of Director Board of Director
Board of Director Board of Director Advisors
Administrative Advisor
Religious Advisor Secretaries
Secretary Joint-Secretary
Priests
Priest
Priest
Title
Volunteer Priest
Editor
Newsletter Editor
Communications Committee
Board Liaison
Chairperson
Constitution Committee
Board Liaison
Chairperson
Special Program Committee Chairperson
Facilities Committee Board Liaison Chairperson
(Rental)
Audio/Video Contact
Cleaning Services
Finance Committee
Board Liaison
Fund Raising Committee
Board Liaison
Chairperson
Membership Committee
Board Liaison
Address change & membership update
Planning Committee
Board Liaison
Religious Committee
Board Liaison
Senior Citizen Committee
Board Liaison
Youth Committee
HSNC Board and Committee Members Name
Phone Number
GD Sharma
Paresh Patel
Narayan Deo
Sunil Jain
Dhruv Kumar
Rashmi Patel Mamta Batra
Shankar Mistry Saroj Sharma
Aman Gupta
Deepesh Tiwari
Shivanand Bhat
DP Trivedi
GD Sharma
Vinod Batra
Mamta Batra
Vinod Batra
GD Sharma Saroj Sharma
Mrs. Saroj Sharma GD Sharma Dr. Arvind Shah Vindvashni P. Tiwari
Mr. Sankar Mistry Aman Gupta
G.D. Sharma Prasad K. Satghare
Shiva Raghunanan Jason and Anne
Paresh Patel
Dr G D Sharma Saroj Sharma
Rashmi Patel
Vindvashni P. Tiwari
GD Sharma
GD Sharma
Rashmi Patel Sunil Jain
(919)-851-0225
(919)-677-9040
(919)-460-1260
(919)-468-4318
(919)-554-9689
(919)-460-6464
(919)-342-6752
(919)-851-0225
(919)-851-2492
(919)-367-8880
(919)-469-1399
(919)-469-6619
(919)-851-0225
(919)-342-6752
(919)-342-6752
(919)-851-0225
(919)-851-0225
(919)-851-0225
(919)-851-0225
(919)-543-03-65
1-877-810-8014
(919)851-0225 Contact in temple Tue-7PM-9:30PM Call Mon & Wed 7PM to 9PM Res-(919)466-7756 Cel-(919)272-7382
(919)-868-7179
(919)-369-8923
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(919)851-0225
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(919)-460-6464
(919)-543-03-65
(919)851-0225
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(919)-460-6464 (919)-468-4318
Email
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1. Message from Hindu Society of North Carolina's Founder and current President.............
Message from Hindu Society of North Carolina's Founder and current religious coordinator ..... Five Tips to make one a better person.... Founders of the Hindu Society of North Carolina & the Temple........ Loan guarantors of HSNC &Temple properties.............. Significant Donors...
Consistent Volunteers................ 8. Directors of Hindu Society of North Carolina (1976-2006)...... 9. About Dr G.D. Sharma and Mrs. Saroj Sharma.......... 10. HSNC board Presidents (1976-2006)....... 11. People who gave loan to the Temple and donated it later.......... 12. Members who help our kids to learn Indian languages.......... 13. A Dream becomes reality.. 14. HSNC Community properties......... ....... 15. Youre opinion, suggestion and comments................. 16. Influence of Indian community on American society...... 17. Other Triangle organizations.... 18. Jaan-Gaan-Man and Vande Mataram.......... 19. Dietes in the Temple.............. 20. Aarties.......... 21. HSNC members........ 22. HSNC Classes.. 23. Temple Schedule......... 24. Do you know? .... 25. Advertisements ... 26. 2007 Mandir calendar... 27. 108 names of Ganesha
Mandir at Kalpana Drive
Old Ashe Avenue Temple in Raleigh
New Temple at Morrisville
HSNC
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I was dreaming for several years before coming to U.S. in 1972, to have a temple and to serve Lord Krishna and Lord Shiva. Every night I was thinking about different Gods and a temple Somehow Lord sent me to Raleigh, where there is no temple. The Hindus of this area were not even thinking of a temple. As a son of a Hindu Priest with religious background I started Satyanarayan pooja at my house and observed Lord Krishna's birthday at N.C. State's student center on Janmasthmi celebration. My father was a priest in India at Radha Krishna temple, so I have a special place in my heart for Lord Krishna. Gradually my Indian friends started to attend my religious functions. At the end of two years I formed a Geeta group. In this group we were discussing different interpretations of Geeta slokas. The friends who took part in the discussion were Dr. M. M Sawhney, Dr.B.S. Gupta, Dr.Arvind Shah and several others. After a while other friends also showing interest in Satyanarayan katha, Shiva ratri & Basant Panchami ect. So we started observing these festivals at different places as Community halls of Apartment complexes and also other buildings of N.C. State University, By 1976 Indian community grew up and some prominent members met in the basement of my house to formalize the group. They gave a new name The Hindu Society of North Carolina. Later on they also made a constitution of the Society. At that time the Board of Directors were coming from different parts of the State as Greensboro, Lumberton, Durham etc. The membership dues were $2.00 per family per year..Due to the influx of Indian people we thought to buy our own building. So in 1980 we bought a place to house this Society at Ashe Avenue Raleigh We did not have any funds to buy this place so Board of Directors have to give guarantee to pay the mortgage. The names of these Directors will remain in the history of the Society. There were about 150 families enrolled as members. Every year more Indians were pouring in ,so we thought to have a bigger hall.Somehow Dr. Arvind Shah found six acres of land in the heart of Triangle area at a reasonable price, so we grabbed it. After two years when its mortgage was paid, .. The construction of this temple began. It opened on 20th Dec. 1986. We have to find guarantors. Most of the Board of Directors agreed still bank wanted one more. By Lord's Blessings one member outside of the Board came forward. It was a very happy occasion' The design and layout of this temple was done by Dr. Devendra Sharma, a Physician at Smithfield, N.C. He spent lots of time to make it happen. The membership dues were only $30 dollars per family per year and number of members was about 400.I was only priest in the temple for so many years my wife Saroj Sharma helped me a lot. She spent most of the morning in the temple. Without her help I could not do this work Then she also became President of the Society several times. About this time Indian family started pouring in the Triangle area. Most of the 50% people of community were keeping their traditions and religious
Sanskars. Before constructing the new house they were doing Bhooming pooja later on house entering pooja. It looks that Hindu religion has taken roots in this area. What I was thinking 20 or 25 years ago has changed. Many new face we seen in the temple. This forced us to hire a priest. I was working as a volunteer priest and still continuing. Right now the membership of the society is about 900,and dues are $60 per family per year. The life membership is 500dollars. This increase in numbers of people led us to think to have another hall for community needs so in 2002 we got this new hall It remains busy most of the time performing weddings, birthday parties, thread ceremony ect. This hall can accommodate about 1400 people. The special feature of this hall is that it holds Gurkulul classes, Slokas class's language and dance classes for about 250 students every Sunday morning. I have my blessings with the Society.. This Society is a living entity because it is growing. It started without any land, first it got one and half acres, then six acres and now it has 14 acres and three temporary homes.. I wish that it should keep on growing.
-G. D. Sharma

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I was born in the city of Kanpur UP in 1932. My father's name was Pundit Vaikunth Nath Sastri and mothers name was Srimati Sastri. Both of my parents were very religious. Since I was five year old, I had a dream of building a Mandir. Whenever we used to visit any small Mandir, I used to think about it. Time passed, I finished my education and got married to Dr. G.D. Sharma. We both got settled at Lucknow. We both stayed there before my Husband went to Canada in 1960 for his Doctorate. While he was doing his studies, I got involved in many social activities in Lucknow and with the help of our nab ours, we formed a 'Mahilla Mandal', which still exists. I always keep trying to look for various opportunities to help others. In 1962 Indo-China war, Nehruji requested contribution from every citizen. I managed to collect 25 tolla sona and gave that to him to help our army. In 1962 December, I joined my husband in Canada. There we stayed in one of our friends' house for six months. My Friend recently had her third baby and she was in the hospital. While she was away, I took care of her kids. I always kept god's picture with me. One day when I was praying, one of my friends kid came in the room and asked me, why I am worshiping a monkey (for Hanumanji). I was very hurt with his comments and promised myself that if we will stay outside India, then I will teach Hindu culture not only to our kids, but to everyone else kids too. Today I have 5 kids and 10 grand kids. I feel very proud to say, that all of them have very good knowledge about our culture and rituals. Once my husband completed his Ph. D. in 1964, we went back to India, where Alok was born. After his birth, we moved to Nigeria and later to Sudan on a U.N. mission. We stayed in Sudan for more than 5 years. I and my husband kept helping Indian communities in Nigeria and Sudan. Finally in 1972 we moved to Raleigh USA. When we came to Raleigh, we started doing Ramayan and Satyanarayan Puja on every Hindu occasion. Many people told us, why we do all these and not enjoy the life as everyone else does. But it was written in our destiny to spread Hindu religious & culture everywhere. So we keep doing, what we were doing. slowly-slowly community started getting use to it and they started adopting us and enjoying doing the prayers. Mr. Mathur's and P. Chand's family started joining us on daily basis. Once few dozen families started gathering, we started the Hindu Society of North Carolina in the year 1972 in our basement with two dollar membership. In December 1980 we purchased a church where we started doing prayers every, 'Purnima' and also started doing Diwali and Holi gathering. In 1984 one day during Diwali festivities, I saw Goddess Durga, who was asking me to build a Mandir. I woke up and discussed it with my husband. We were not sure, how to get that much of money. Since
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HSNC had only $5000 funds with it. In 1985 I requested Mr. H. Pandiya to become HSNC president and start looking for a site. Finally, with god grace Arvindji found a six acreage site in Morrisville. It was for $70,000. We all started raising the money. We sold the old property in $8,000 and took the loan for the new Mandir. With god grace, our dream became the reality in 1986, we now had our own Mandir. It is my believe that who so ever visit this place with good hart and pray to the God. He/She will surely be granted his wishes by the great lord. It is very resent when we also got two more pundits at our Temple and finally we also have our own cultural Hall. HSNC and Hindu community now has more than 14 acreage of land at this site. I still have a dream to include one children park, 'Gumbad' for mandir, one picnic shelter for the community, one water fountain and housing for the senior citizens at this site. With god grace we will do this together in our near future. Now our Indian community is pretty big in the Triangle. If we want, we can surly build anything.. I was the president of HSNC for 10 times and still feel very energetic to serve the community for a very long time. Thanks to all the HSNC members and Indian community at large for keeping yourself and your kids aware with the Hindu culture and the ritual. God bless you all.
- Saroj Sarma
HINDU SOCIETY OF NORTH CAROLINA CELEBERATION AND APPRICIATION (1976-2006)
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FIVE TIPS TO MAKE ONE A BETTER PERSON...
Ego is responsible for many problems in our society. Bow your head to the Gods every day. This helps in reducing the egoistic attitude. Help others as much as you can. The blessings of the person helped make the path to success less thorny. Charity to the needy and to religious organizations goes a long way in making life better for all. Be honest and speak the truth. Analyze your actions at the end of a day. Did you hurt anyone? Don't do that again.
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BOUND
HSNC & Temple Founders.
Mathur Moolraj and Sharma Gangadhar
Loan Guarantors of HSNC & Temple
1980
Sawhney
Shah
Sharma
Shenoy
Garg
Gupta
Wani
1986
Mathur
Murty Parikh
Rao
Agrawal
$10,000 or above.
Agarwal
Batra
Batra
Chandak
Chandra
Garg
Significant Donors
Jain
Jain
Mistry
Mundra
Padia
Parikh
Parikh
Man Mohan &
Sharda
Arvind & Bina
Patel
Patel
Rathie
Sejpal
Shah
Shah
Sharma
Gangadhar & Saroj\ P.K. & Mrs. P.K.
Devendra & Prabha
Bhupender &
Vasudha
Mansukh & Ramila
Ramesh & Shashi
K. Linga & Ratnaveni
Harivadan & Saroj
Bhaskar & Geetha Dharma & Purnima
Sajjan Kumar & Asha
Subhash & Elizabeth
Suman & T.Nath
Govind & Madhu
Subhash & Kiran Devendra & Prabha
Sagar & Sushila (Sheila)
Sudesh & Rekha
Bipin & Hema
Sanjay & Pamela
Harshad & Nisha
Harivadan & Saroj
Pankaj & Parul
Balubhai N. &
Indiragauri
Jayantilal & Shakuben
Satpal & Sudha
Vasant & Prabha
Arvind & Bhakti
Dhiren & Jayana Devendra & Meera
Sharma
Singla
Trivedi
Shrimankar
Kirit
Varia
Vyas
Wani
Benu
Usha
Shah
Patel
Kirit
Pankaj & Anju
Mansukh & Ramila
Chutterjee
Singhla
Priyavadan M.& Harsha
Consistent Volunteers
Pravin &
Royal
Sargam
Natkhut
Alok
Mani
Subhash
N.D
Dicky
Chatterjee
Chokshi
Manikumar
Padia
Patel
Shah
Kiran
Anju
Gouri
Bharti
BABS and
Dr. N.K.
Shah
Walia
Bimla
Birju
Prem
Suman
Seema
Gita
Deepak
Jagdish
Raj
Madhu
Gangadhar & Saroj family
Surinder Paul & Usha
Kishor & Kalpana M.
AND MANY
HINDU SOCIETY OF NORTH CAROLINA CELEBERATION AND APPRICIATION (1976-2006)
Kalindi Patel
Mahesh & Indu
Brothers
Kalindi Patel
Aarti Shah
India
Group
Group
Sharma
Manikumar
Chandra
Patel
Walia
Sanjoy & Benu
Viral & Geetanjali
G. & Vijayalakshmi
Kirit & Kalindri
Natvarlal D. & Gita
Dinesh P. & Sohini
Saxsena
Parikh
Sen
Behen
Vishnu Temple Ghosh
Pravinchandra & Arti
Dicky & Rita
Behen
Singh
Rangwani
Batra
Madan
Gupta
Joyostwani Narayan
Chabra
Gangwal
OTHERS....
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HSNC Board (1976-2006)
2006 Mamta Batra Narayan Deo
Sunil Jain
Dhruv Kumar Paresh Patel (VP) Rashmi Patel G.D. Sharma (P)
2002
Mansukh Domadia (VP) Yash Garg Sankar Kumar (P)
Gordhan Patel
Shiva Raghunan Saroj Sharma
Mahendra Shrimankar
1998
V.J.Balachandran Madhu Dev Dhananjay Patel Ujjwal Prakash Suvas Shah (VP) G.D. Sharma (P) Mahesh Vyas (VP)
1994
Prakash Devalapalli Yash Garg Hemant Majmudar Ramesh Mathur Shankar Mistry Saroj Sharma (P) Prasad Vanguri (VP)
1990
Jagadish Bhandari (P) Ram V. Chandran Swadesh Chatterjee Sant Gupta
Harshad Padia
Raj Rajan
G.D. Sharma
Kamalakant Tripathi (P)
2005
Narayan Deo
Rashmi Patel
Shiva Raghunan Mikesh Shah
Saroj Sharma (P) Madhusudan Surti Prasad Vanguri (VP)
2001
Jagadish Bhandari Madhu Dev
Yash Garg Sankar Kumar (VP) Gordhan Patel
M. Shrimankar (P) Mahesh Vyas
1997
Govardhan Patel Dhananjay Patel Ujjwal Prakash (VP) Suvas Shah
Saroj Sharma (P) Anu Sud
Venkat Venkatraman 1993
Shankar lyer
Madam Khatri (VP) Ashwini Kumar Ramesh Mathur Shankar Mistry (P) Saroj Sharma Prasad Vanguri
1989 Jagadish Bhandari (P) Sant Gupta Shankar Mistry
A.Vijaya Rao Arvind Shah
G.D. Sharma Kamalakant Tripathi (P)
2004
Yash Garg
Shiva Raghunan (VP)
Mikesh Shah
Suvas Shah
Saroj Sharma Madhusudan Surti P) Shreekant Thaker
2000
Jagadish Bhandari Madhu Dev Purnima Kotiya
Dhananjay Patel Suvas Shah Saroj Sharma (P) Mahesh Vyas (VP)
1996
Ram Bashyam Hemant Majmudar Govardhan Muthigi Harish Rangwani (VP) Arvind Shah (P) Saroj Sharma Anu Sud
1992
Shankar lyer Rasik Kharva
Madam Khatri
Ashwini Kumar Nalin Parikh (P) Bhasker Rao Saroj Sharma (P)
1988
V.J. Balachandran Jagadish Bhandari Shankar Mistry A. Vijaya Rao Arvind Shah (P) G.D. Sharma (VP) Kamalakant Tripathi
2003
Yash Garg
Shiva Raghunan (VP)
Mikesh Shah
Suvas Shah
Saroj Sharma (P) Madhusudan Surti Shreekant Thaker 1999
VJ Balachandran (P) Madhu Dev Dhananjay Patel Ujjwal Prakash Suvas Shah (VP) Saroj Sharma Mahesh Vyas
1995
Ram Bashyam Prakash Devalapalli Yash Garg Hemant Majmudar Harish Rangwani (P)
Arvind Shah
G.D. Sharma
1991
R. V. Chandran (P)
Subhash Chandra Swadesh Chatterjee Rasik Kharva
Harshad Padia Nalin Parikh (P) Bhasker Rao Saroj Sharma
1987 Dharma P. Agrawal (P) Jagadish Bhandari Harish Buch
Linga Murty
S.R. Peddired di Bhasker Rao (VP) G.D. Sharma Ramesh Vyas

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HSNC Board con....
1986
D. P. Agrawal (VP) Harish Buch
S. Krishnamurthy Ramesh Mathur
Linga Murty
Bhasker Rao Saroj Sharma (P)
1982
Bhupendar Gupta (VP)
K.S. Ramesh
Arvind Shah
G.D. Sharma (P) Arun Shendrikar
B.B. Srivastava
Vedahi Thakur
1978
N.M. Chopra
R.K. De
Devendra Garg G.D. Sharma (P) R.B. Singh (VP) Veda Thakur Mansukh Wani
श्रद्धा
1985
Dharma P. Agrawal S. Krishnamurthy Ramesh Mathur Linga Murty Harshad Padia
Saroj Sharma (P) Kishore Trivedi (VP)
1981
N.M. Chopra Devendra Garg (P)
K.S. Ramesh
Bina Shah
Saroj Sharma (VP) Vedahi Thakur Mansukh Wani
1977
R.K. De
Mool Raj Mathur (VP) Man Mohan Sawnhey Arvind Shah
G.D. Sharma (P)
Naren Tambe Mansukh Wani
HOME
1984
Bhupendar Gupta (P) S. Krishnamurthy Ramesh Mathur
Harshad Padia
Dhruv Pandya Saroj Sharma Kishore Trivedi (VP)
1980
N.M. Chopra Devendra Garg (VP) K.S. Ramesh Bina Shah
G.D. Sharma (P) Veda Thakur Mansukh Wani
1976
R.K. De
Mool Raj Mathur (VP) Man Mohan Sawnhey Arvind Shah G.D. Sharma (P) Naren Tambe Mansukh Wani
1983
Ram Chandran Bhupendar Gupta (VP)
Ramesh Mathur
Pampa Narsipur K.S. Ramesh Arvind Shah (P) Arun Shendrikar
1979
N.M. Chopra R.K. De Devendra Garg Ram Deo Prasad
Arvind Shah (VP) G.D. Sharma (P) Veda Thakur
HINDU SOCIETY OF NORTH CAROLINA CELEBERATION AND APPRICIATION (1976-2006)
P - President VP-Vice President
He is the self of all
He is the Universal Life
He is the indwelling Cosmic Spirit He is the Imminent Immortal Reality He is Self-Existent, Self-Luminous Truth
He is the Static Reality He is the moving force behind Creation He is the Supreme Guide
He is the Goal
He is All-The whole in part - play in umpteen forms.
Sai Baba
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Dr. Ganga Dhar Sharma
Mrs. Saroj Sharma
As an old saying goes, "Behind every successful man is a woman," but Mrs. Saroj Sharma walks beside her husband, Dr. Ganga Dhar Sharma, and legitimately shares with him the credit for establishing the Hindu Society. As a founding member of the Society she has worked with him and other members to make it a voice of the Hindu Community in this area. She has spent countless hours mobilizing community support for several projects, most importantly, fund-raising for the Hindu Bhavan.
Dr. Ganga Dhar Sharma, our current HSNC president, popularly called "Sharmaji," is a pioneer of religious revival among the Hindus of the Triangle area and a source of inspiration to the Hindu community in North Carolina in general. For several years Dr. Sharma's house was synonymous with the Hindu Society. Indeed he acted as de facto priest of the Hindu community. He is on call almost seven days a week to perform ritualistic ceremonies in the Hindu homes. Dr. Sharma is the founding President of the Hindu Society. He was the conveyor of the first organizational meeting of the Society in the fall of 1976. Prior to the purchase of the first Hindu Bhavan, his house was the administrative base of the Society. Dr. Sharma was born in Shikohabad (Uttar Pradesh), India. He earned his M.S. in Zoology from the Agra University in 1950. He went to Canada in 1959 and studied at McGill University, graduating with a Master's degree in Entomology in 1962. He received his Ph.D. in 1964 from McGill. In 1995 he left India for a teaching assignment at the University of Ife IN Ibadan, Nigeria and stayed there for two years. From 1967 to 1972 he worked in Khartoum as an UNESCO advisor to the Government of Sudan. Since moving to Raleigh in 1972 Dr. Sharma has taught as a science teacher in various schools in North Carolina. He has authored more than few dozen articles and three high school textbooks in areas of zoology and botany.
While abroad with her husband, Mrs. Sharma founded the India Association at McGill University (1963); The India Association in Ibadan, Nigeria (1965); and the India Association and religious group in Khartoum, Sudan (1967). In Khartoum she also served as secretary and later as vice-president of the International Women's Club for four years. Mrs. Sharma was born in Kanpur, India, and received her Master's degree in Hindi language and literature from Allahabad University in 1957.
He has been a member of the Lions Club of Raleigh since 1978. Dr. Sharma and his wife, Saroj Sharma, the current president of Hindi Vikas Mandal live in Raleigh. They have five children.

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HSNC Presidents 1976-2006
Dr. Arvind Shah. President: 1996,1988,1983
Dr. Bhupender Gupta President : 1984
Dr. Devendra Garg HSNC President : 1981
Mr. Mahendra N. Shrimankar HSNC President: 2001
Mr. Sankar Kumar HSNC President : 2002
Mr. Sankar R. Mistry President : 1993
Mrs. Saroj Sharma President -2005,2003,2000,1997,1994,1992,1985-86
Dr. G.D. Sharma President: 2006,1998,1982,1980-76
Mr. V.J. Balachandran HSNC President : 1999
900t aqur
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Mr. Madusudan Surti
HSNC President: 2004
Sajjan
Sudha
Usha
Mangaraju
Mr. Harish Rangwani HSNC President : 1995
Mr. Ram V. Chandran HSNC President: 1991 Mr. Jagadish Bhandari HSNC President: 1990, 1989
Mr. Nalin Pariksh
HSNC President 1991-92
Mr. Dharma P. Agrawal HSNC President: 1986,1887
People who gave loan to the Temple and donated it later.
Anu & Ish Dr Mansuk &
Sud
Pramila Wani
Agrawal
Satpal Rathi
Paul Singla
K.
Members who help our kids to learn Indian languages.
Dhingra
Sudha Om Dr. Vijay Romesh
Bapat
Santosh Shonek
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A Dream Becomes Reality.
Formation of HSNC - September 16th 1976.
The Hindu Society of North Carolina is the culmination of the efforts of a small group of Indians which congregated at the house of Dr. and Mrs. Ganga Dhar Sharma in Raleigh prior to the incorporation of the Society.
This Group consisted of about a dozen people who met informally, once or twice a month, for Gita path (study and recitation of Gita), Satyanarayan Katha (telling of didactic tales from Hindu mythology relating to Bhagavan Satyanarayan and other gods) and Kirtan (group singing of hymns). Members of the group then began to meet more frequently at each others' houses. As the number increased, they decided to form a society with the object of providing a forum for the Hindu community in the Triangle and in neighboring towns, for religious and cultural enhancement
On September 8, 1976, at the initiative of Dr. Ganga Dhar Sharma, and about twenty people gathered at his house and enthusiastically endorsed the idea of forming a society. At this meeting they also elected a working board of directors consisting of the following Dr. R.K. De, Mr. Mool Raj Mathur (Vice President), Dr. Naren Tambe, Dr. Man Mohan Sawhney, Dr. Arvind Shah, Dr Ganga Dhar Sharma (President), and Dr. Mansukh C. Wani.
Upon a petition signed jointly by Dr. Sharma and Mr. Mathur, the Hindu Society was incorporated in the State of North Carolina, on September 16, 1976 as a non-profit organization. The location of the Society during the four years between 1976 till 1980 was transitory; meetings were hosted at a variety of places. Finally, in December 1980, the Society bought its own home-Hindu Bhavan-on Ashe Avenue in Raleigh.
First Hindu Temple at Ashe Avenue in Raleigh - December 1980.
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New Temple at Morrisville - December 20th 1986.
On Saturday December 20, 1986, a dream becomes reality. Twenty years back Hindu Bhavan at Morrisville was inaugurated on this day.
Hindu Bhavan is a dream that took root more than thirty years back, when a group of Indians in the Research Triangle area seeking to strengthen their ties to one another, to their religion, and to their cultural heritage, formed the Hindu Society of North Carolina. In the early years the members of the Society met in the basements of private houses, or in rented halls, for religious festivals or group prayers (satsanga, kirtan, katha-vachan, etc.) Their number was under one hundred and the prayer sessions never attracted more than a few dozen people at one time (197680). Although these temporary quarters served their purpose well, the lack of a permanent and more spacious home (Bhavan soon became a serious impediment to the growth of the Society. In fact, the number of members declined gradually from 99 in 1977 to 85 in 1980.
With prayerful determination, the search for a "home" was begun and finally led to an old building on 214 Ashe Avenue in Raleigh. Although in a rather dilapidated condition, the price tag of $40,000 was high for the meager resources of the Society. However, there was no turning back; with generous donations from the members and personal guarantees by some members of the Board of Directors, the building was purchased in December 1980, opening its doors to the community in January 1981. Thus the first Hindu Bhavan in Research Triangle was born - the cherished dream became a reality.
That historic event proved a turning point in the history of the Society. Thereafter the membership rose dramatically from 101 in 1981 to above 400 in 1985 and currently standing at more than thousand. The Ashe Avenue Bhavan, bought with so much enthusiasm and faith, had room only for about 200 people and could not accommodate ensuing unprecedented growth in membership. But dreams begot dreams: a new aspiration was born - for a bigger and better facility.
The next stip was to undertake a drive to raise funds for a new building. In addition to making personal monetary donations, members now contributed time and talents by arranging fundraising events such as dances, concerts, bazaars and festivals. In September 1984 the perseverance and foresight of the working body of the Society and its members resulted in the ultimate purchase of a six-acre plot in Morrisville, at the cost of $70,000. The dream was now in the hands of the dreamers; they were ready to shape its reality.
The Bhavan's transfer from Ashe Avenue to Morrisville was not an easy one. Design of the building was not just a matter of space accommodation. The blueprint of the building would have to be flexible enough to satisfy every shade of opinion among the members, who sought to bring the rich diversity of its Indian heritage to the new home. Arriving at consensus on almost every issue, from the specific floor plans to selection of the murties (idols) of chosen gods and their sizes, to the choice of building materials, took the form of endless debate. However, the final decisions were always reached in a spirit of harmony.
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The Bhavan is much more than the simple structure it appears. It is a reminder of a precious heritage, a symbol evoking the Hindu spirit. The temple is a "living thread", it was noted by one- a "thread leading back to India." And it is a thread which may be perceived and followed by our children. Today we witness the fruition of the dream that the Hindu community in this area nourished and empowered ten years ago.
- Saroj Sharma,
President
The Hindu Society of North Carolina
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1. First Bhavan on Ashe Ave. Raleigh. 2. Members displaying the blue print of the new Bhavan are: (from left) Balraj Aggarwal, Narendra Khosla, HarshadPadia, Kirshor Trivedi, Saroj Sharma, Arvind Shah. 3. Swami Swadeshananda at the groundbreaking ceremony. Others seen in the picture are: (from left) Harish Buch, Saroj Sharma, G. D. Sharma, Sachi Sharma, Purnima Agrawal, Nisha Padia and Uma Balachandran (some are unidentified). 4. Groundbreaking ceremony of the new Bhavan at Morrisville. Some of those who can be identified are: Arvind Shah, Harshad Padia, Jagdish Bhandari, Saroj Sharma, Lingamoorthy, and Kishor Trivedi.
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HSNC community properties.
Hindu Bhavan Temple. An epic center for the religious, cultural growth & place to worship. It was built in the year 1986 by the HSNC.
Hindu Bhavan cultural hall was built in the year 2000. It is a great place to get together and a center for performing art, culture, religious gathering, classes and community events. This Parking was donated by the Town of Morrisville to the Hindu Bhavan Cultural Hall in the year 2000.
This Parking of Hindu Bhavan was built by the members of HSNC in the year 1988, with the help of Mr. S. Chatterjee.
This Residence of Pandetji was purchased by the HSNC in the year 2001
This Residence of Pandetji was added to the HSNC community property in the year 2001.
This Residence of Pandetji was added to the HSNC community property in the year 2001. With its addition, HSNC has more than 14 acres of land at this site.
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You're Opinion, suggestion and comments.
Suman and T. Nath Batra - We consider it to be an hour in providing the following factual information regarding the Hindu Temple in Raleigh, North Carolina. We emigrated from Canada in Dec. 1978 to settle in Raleigh, NC. The population of immigrants of the Indian origin amounted to 150 families in the three (3) adjacent cities - Raleigh, Chapel Hill, and Durham, known as the "Research Triangle Area". When we inquired about the Hindu Temple in Raleigh, we were directed to 5400 Kaplan Drive, Raleigh, NC 27606, the house owned by Dr. G. D. Sharma and Mrs. Saroj Sharma.
The above Temple served as an excellent place for holding various social functions, and religious services commonly observed by the people of the Indian Origin. The Temple never limited itself to observing religious services based on the provincial divisions and sub-divisions (such as Punjab, Gujrat, Maharashtra, Bengal, Medras, ... etc.). It always provided a "Cosmopolitan (non-provincial)" attitude. It is for this non -provincial attitude that we ascertain, the Temple at 5400 Kaplan Drive to be the first Hindu Temple in Raleigh. The cosmopolitan attitude which was adopted at Kaplan Drive prevailed when the Temple was moved to its interim location at Boylan Street, Raleigh. The same cosmopolitan attitude (evident by the variety in the Deities honored and worshiped) is reflected in the Temple's permanent location (Aviation P kwy. Morrisville) to the present day. Should you have any question, or the authenticity of the above testimony, please call us at (919)-782-4450. Evening hours are preferred. Sincerely,
Jagdish Bhandari - It has been a privilege to be associated with the Society as a Life member as well as in the management and growth of the Society for the last 21 years. In 1985, when our family (my wife Prabha and three children Ricky, Rachana and Anjana moved to the Triangle area and visited the HSNC old site on Ash Ave., near N.C. State University, the Society was very small with a small place of assembly and worship. However, the leadership, untiring dedication, and warm welcome offered by Dr. Gangadhar and Mrs. Saroj Sharma to one and all and any new comer, has been a key factor in the growth of the Society. The grass root approach, openness and the broad based accommodative nature of the Society's founding fathers has benefited not only the Hindu residents in the Triangle area but also the all other interested ind ividuals of other faiths that support the basic values of Hindu religion. The Society has helped and benefited all its members in instilling the values and rich heritage of our culture and religion in our children and the next generations to come, particularly born in this country. As a parent Society, HSNC has provided opportunity to many other large and small community organizations in the RTP area. In spite of the exponential growth of the Indian community in the Triangle area, HSNC is still respected an d serves as an umbrella organization. I would hope that the future years for the Society would be equally good or better with improved resources and membership to carry out its mission. With Best Complements,
Harish Rangwani- I am delighted to know that Hindu Society of North Carolina is celebrating its 30th Anniversary and 20h Anniversary of the Temple. It is a privilege to be part of such organization that maintains the traditions and richness of our cultural and religious heritage. The credit of succes sful completion of such long span of time of the Society goes to our Members and dedicated volunteers, especially Sharma Aunty and Uncle. I wish and pray for the Society and its Members for many such celebrations in future.
Surendra Paul and Usha Singla - We feel blessed to have Mrs and Dr G D Sharma, along with other leaders and volunteers, start this society and bring it to this higher level. Congratulations to everybody on its 30 anniversary. Following are some items for which, we feel, the society s hould continue to take leadership role in providing to the community: a) Get younger generation involved in running the society and policy making. B)Emphasis on teachings of Gita & explanation of Hindu Philosophy in scientific way.
Dhruva Kumar - Since coming to the board in January 2006, I have realized with respect, the immense task accomplished by the founders and the subsequent office bearers of this society. Although much has been achieved, much more needs to be done to accommodate the changing need s of the Hindu community in America. We need to adjust to our changing demographics, which has more seniors and fresh immigrants. At the same time we must make a push to give Hindu religion its deserved national stature. With God's blessing and your help. I plan to make my small contribution towards achieving these goals.
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Suvas Shah - I, Suvas Shah was in the Hindu Society board for six years from 1997 -2000 and again in 2003-2004. As chairperson of Construction and Planning Committee, I was actively involved in construction of the Cultural Hall in 1998 - 2000 and also negotiated in behalf of the society for purchase of four adjoining properties which added 5.25 acres of land for parking lot extension and the two priest quarters.
Madhusudan L Surti - It makes me proud to witness the growth of the HSNC society since its existence. I still have a memory of the opening ceremony of the small temple in a house near NC State University. It was an honor to serve as president of the HSNC during the 2004 year. I tha nk all the members for your support during my presidency (2004) of the HSNC. Your strong interest and participation helped us achieve significant milestones as listed below:
-Handicap ramps per members requests -Redesign flooring with carpets and tiles -Purchased additional 2 acres land adjacent to our current property -Initiated efforts to combine two HSNC properties under one plan -Open communications and information sharing with HSNC members at large. Thanks for providing me an opportunity to serve our Hindu Society.
Madhu Dev - It was a pleasure to serve on the Hindu Society Board as a board of director for four years. During my tenure, the board and the community planned and completed the construction of the cultural hall. It required a lot of hard work however, it was a very satisfying accomplishment for me and everybody involved. With the help of our community, we were also able to organize many successful fund raising programs for the Hindu Society. More importantly, during this period our children Monica and Niraj also got involved in organizing and helping with the summer camps and other activities for the young children. The future of HSNC lies in the hands of younger generation, so we need to encourage youngsters to be fully involve d in the activities of HSNC. May God bless HSNC and our community. Thanks.
Benu and Sanjoy Chatterjee - We have been involved with the Hindu Society for over 25 years as life members. We have sponsored programs, donated time and money (including autom ated bank withdrawal for template maintenance), and supported cultural initiatives from Bengali classes to functions. Our children have raised over $3500 for the construction of the new hall besides helping with several fundraising programs through their cultural participation.
As we move into the future, our vision for the temple is an organization where our children can keep our heritage and blend it with their times and culture so that it becomes their own. It should be an organization that is inclusive, comforting and a place we can all call our own. Thank you.
Mrs. Ratnaveni Murty and Prof. Linga Murty - We are so very happy to express our pleasure and to bid hearty congratulations on the 30th anniversary of our Hindu Society. I had the privilege and honor to have served on the board during early and mid-80s when the current temple was being built. We still recall the good old days during which time we all actively participated in the varied activities of the society. With the cultural center extension the temple has become the central place for all Indians to get together and celebrate different functions. We wish that the community including the youth will utilize the society in enhancing their social and religious lives. We wish the best for the future growth of our society.
Dharma P. Agrawal - I was the first president after the current building of Hindu Bhavan was opened in December 1986 and I faced tremendous pressure in establishing guidelines for future operations of this cultural and religious society. My wife Purnima and both children Sonali and Braj devoted a great deal of time and efforts in a very tight financial situation and we economized as much as we could while maintaining the sanity of the environment. A community-wide appreciation reflected our dedication and commitments and we are really proud that we were able to set a unique example for this novel cause. Even though we have moved away from the Research Triangle area, our heart is still there. We wish all the success to the soci ety and hope the membership will continue to have well-balanced and diversified activities.
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V.J. Balachandran - I was involved with HSNC from 1984 and had served the society in various capacities. I was President of the society during 1997-1999. During my term I was successful in implementing the new Hall project and also getting the Board's approval to appoint Priests for the Temple. I had the privilege of working with diverse groups and had
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the full support of the board and members during my tenure. i wis h the society all the best during its anniversary celebration.
DICKY S. WALIA - have had the distinct honor and privilege of being the legal advisor to the HSNC since 1994. I have witnessed the Society membership swell to 1000+ families in this short peri od. The HSNC continues to positively impact the religious, moral and cultural lives of Indian Americans living in North Carolina. Please accept my heartfelt congratulations on this momentous occasion
Hemant Majmudar, BOD - 1994 to 1997. Congratulations to the Hindu Society of NC! For the past 20+ years, I have been one of the privileged few to witness the society's amazing progress. I am honored to have been able to offer my services on many committees and eventually as a member of the Board of Directors. Along with many others, understood the need for our own community center and we planted the seeds for it long back, which has become a reality for all of us to enjoy today. We all are truly blessed to have selfless and dedicated volunteers like the respected Mr. Sharmaji and Mrs. Saroj Sharma, along with countless others. I believe along with the growth comes the responsibility and we must create an atmosphere at the society for our well-educated, smart, and talented younger generation to get involved and eventually accept the batons from us to run our beloved society and its multi-million dollar asset. Once again congratulations to all of us!
Patti Tyma's write-up on Mr. Sanjay Mundra - Sanjay Mundra is a Founder and Principal of the Soleil Gro up, Inc. With an extensive background in hospitality and real estate underwriting and executive management, Mr. Mundra's expertise is in identifying and capitalizing on real estate investments. His leadership has contributed significantly to the current $200 million value of the Soleil Group, a fully integrated real estate company offering full -service hotels, luxury condominiums and Class A offices across North Carolina, South Carolina and Georgia. Mr. Mundra is behind the vision for Soleil Center, a high-rise mixed-use project at Crabtree Valley. This structure will be the tallest building in Raleigh, North Carolina. Mr. Mundra is also a founding member of the TrustAtlantic Bank. TrustAtlantic Bank is a $90 million privately held bank. Mr. Mundra lives in Raleigh with his wife Pam and three sons, Avi age 12, Ashwin age 6, and Aaron age 3. Our best wishes to the HSNC.
Bhupender S. Gupta - I congratulate the Hindu Society of North Carolina on reaching the 30-year landmark of growth and service to the membership. The Society provides much needed religious, cultural and social programs and opportunities to the members. These services help the members keep abreast of their Hindu beliefs and values and help their children learn the practices of their elde rs and maintain those while growing in the Western environment. With the help of my wife and many members of the Triangle Park community, I have had the good fortune of organizing a Vedic Havan Group that has met regularly once a month (3 " Sunday) since 1980 to conduct Vedic yagya and discuss Vedic teachings. We have seen the size of the group grow extensively and it is gratifying to see how enthusiastically our youths continue to appreciate the teachings and participate in the performance of the yagya. The Society has made great strides since its inception, in terms both of an increase in membership and the construction of the facilities. Swami Shivanand Bhat and Pandit Dwarkanath Trivedi are long sought for and welcome additions to the Society. The presence of these learned individuals have expanded the services to the community.
Realizing that we are a Society largely made of volunteers, who are busy in keeping up with their own professions in this fast paced world, we should take pride in the progress we have made and the programs we have regularly offered!
Dr. Man Mohan Sawhney - My wife, Sharda , and I have lived in Raleigh since 1963. With God's blessings, we have had a wonderful life which has been full of joyful events. Among the most joyful events was our meeting Mr. Ganga and Mrs. Saroj Sharma more than thirty year ago. They soon inspired us to join them and a few more families in the founding of the Hindu Society of North Carolina, and in the acquisition of a Church building that would become the first Hindu temple in the Raleigh area. We were given the opportunity to be one of the seven families to guarantee the mortgage on the property. I was also very happy to draft the first constitution for the newly founded Society. I would later serve in many capacities including administrative advisor to the President and the Society. I am confident that the Temple and the Society would remain a great community asset for many generations to come. My hope and dream for the future is that someday the Society would operate a great High School that would emphasize academic excellence, provide exposure to the Vedic traditions, and be open to young people of all religious and ethnic backgrounds.
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Devendra P. Garg, PhD - I am extremely delighted to express my heartfelt congratulations and best wishes on the 30th anniversary of the establishment of Hindu Society of North Carolina and the 20th anniversary of the construction
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of the Hindu Temple in Morrisville. Right from its very inception, our Society has con sistently promoted a variety of religious, intellectual, cultural, social, and charitable activities and programs. In my capacity as a former President, former Member of the Board of Directors, and a former Administrative Advisor, I have indeed been fortunate and blessed to have been able to contribute to such activities. Since the establishment of the Hindu Society, we have witnessed an enhanced spirit of worship, dedication, and devotion amongst our community members and in their efforts towards betterm ent of the humanity. We pray that the Almighty continues to provide inspiration to all of us to be respectful to all religions, and that we may contribute to the peace, joy, and harmony all over the world. May God bless us all!
Ram & Shanthi Chandran - Congratulation to HSNC for its 30 anniversary. I was responsible for the facility maintenance and reservation for the HSNC. 1. Installed all parking lights (approximately 12 poles through CP&L) 2. Initiated a land scaping and completed as it was necess ary. 3. Installed a new water fountain in temple to meet requirement for handicap. 4. During the second year of my term we jointly collected money for the handicap ramp which was completed during the following year. 5. Initiated main hall code locking system and completed a year after we left. 6. Set-up computerized reservation system for the temple and hall. 7. A/C system was raised from the below ground to above ground. 8. Upgraded back trailer and make it available for rental and was rented during our time. Wish everyone all the best. Regards.
I and my wife Shanthi with our children Ravi and Jayanth used to live in Raleigh/Cary from 1975 and 1991. We have been actively participated in the society activities during this period. The society grew and served the community very well under the leadership of Dr. and Mrs. Sharma (two pillars of the community). We were quite happy to be a part of the growth of the community and the Hindu Society during our stay in Raleigh/Cary. Our contribution is very negligible and we owe a lot to our friends in the Triangle for their help and support. We love the Triangle community and we have decided to come back and start our retirement life in Raleigh/Cary. This will likely happen within the next several years. We look forward to come and do our share of service to this great diversified and unified community. Let us pray the Lord to provide His Grace to all of us and help us to lead a life of sacrifice and service with peace and happiness. We want to take this opportunity to congratulate the Board members and all the behind the scene heroes like you for the success of HSNC. With love and our best regards,
Kathak Dance Academy - Kathak Dance Academy: Based in Raleigh aims to preserve and promote Kathak -A classical Indian dance form. Hasita Oza, a founder and director of the academy is an extra ordinary dancer, choreographer and a dedicated teacher serving Triangle area for number of years. contact -tapadia@mindspring.com or 919-846-6410 Govinda Gopal Murare:Radha's deep love and feeling of oneness with Krishna is danced in the devotional song.
message of Radha&Krishna - Feeling of oneness is the ultimate goal of love. Thanks. Hasita oza
DR. Sudha Om Dhingra - We moved into the RTP area 15 years ago from Saint Louis. Mrs Saroj Sharma was the first person we met when we visited the Temple in Morrisville. Over the years I have been involved in organizing many cultural and literary activities for the Hindu Society of North Carolina. I also served as the chairperson of the cultural committee one time and my husband, Dr. Om Dhingra, served as the Advisor to Hindu Society Board of Directors. My son has grown up watching us active in the Hindu Society activities and became ar egular worshiper through his teen years. He has volunteered for many Temple activities over the years and can speak Hindi well. The Temple has played a key role in instilling religious values in our Youth. We are very proud of the Hindu Society of North Carolina's achievements over last 30 years and wish it continued success in keeping the Indian Community together in the Triangle area.
Payal Dance Academy from Karnatak Kalashri, which is locally managed by Supriya Desai has contributed a lot to literate triangle community about Indian dance. Supriya Desai is an icon and a leading choreographer, dancer and teacher in the Triangle Area. She has over 27 years of experience in classical Indian dances and has earned top awards including the very prestigious "Karnataka Kalashree" given by the Sangeet a Nritya Academy of Karnataka. Payal Dance Academy is the leading dance institution teaching Bharathanatyam and Kuchipudi dance styles in the Trinagle area. The school was started in 1993 by the internationally known dancer/choreographer/teacher, Supriya Desai.
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Call Supriya on 919-854-9989 or email her on supriyadesai2000@hotmail.com Payal Dance Academy congratulates HSNC on its 30th year.
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Meena Raj Gopalan's, 'KALA SHRI SCHOOL OF PERFORMING ARTS', Located in Morrisville (phone 388 -9751) is serving local community in the field of performing arts. It wishes HSNC very warm wishes on its 30th year. We want to see the society growing,
Laasya School of dance managed by Srideviji in Durham, also contributed Indian culture through her school in the triangle area.
Laasya School of Dance and Music is an institution dedicated to promoting traditional performing arts of India, primarily classical music and dance. The goal of this institution is to present the many facets of Bharatanatyam by taking an innovative approach while keeping the original techniques intact. Over the last decade, Laasya has carved a niche for itself both nationally and internationally. The curriculum is tailor-made to suit the needs and experiences of students in the United States. Laasya School is renowned for emphasizing the basics and theory behind this dance form by conducting regular workshops both by the director and famous visiting artists. Stud ents of this school graduate by performing their Arangetrams after undergoing rigorous training in three main levels namely basics and theory, introduction to items and finally expertise in Abhinaya & Nattuvangam. Creativity is encouraged by allowing senior students to choreograph a few items. Students of Laasya perform regularly in various community events and the senior artists accompany Sridevi Jagannath, the director on some of her programs. Laasya School offers extensive training programs through annu al spring and summer dance camps. Visit http://laasya.org/theschool.htm for more detail. School congratulates the society for its 30 year.
Alok Sharma (President of prestigious International Focus ), always participate and contribute to the HSNC. He presided over the cultural program of his International Focus organization, where more than 40 countries participated. International Focus wishes very best to the HSNC for its 30th year and wish it's best for many more centuries to come.
Dr. Mansukh Wani
Mansukh Wani, Ph.D., focuses on the isolation and character ization of biologically active natural products and synthesis of anticancer and ant fertility agents. He has been involved in the isolation, purification, and characterization of a wide variety of antineoplastic agents including camptothecin T and Taxolo. Continuing efforts include the synthesis of potent water-soluble camptothecin analogs. The winner of numerous professional awards, including the Charles F. Kettering Prize and AACR's Bruce F. Cain Memorial Award, Wani has published more than 200 peer-reviewed papers. He holds a Ph.D. in Chemistry from Indiana University. Today more the 1/3" of cancer medicine uses his derivative worldwide. Mr. Mansukh is one of our proud founder members of HSNC and feels lucky to have the chance to serve the Society. He fe els extremely happy to see society and Indian community growing in the Triangle. Learn more about Mr. Wani please visit http://www.rti.org/page.cfm?nav=416
Yarsh Garg - Yash Garg, a University librarian/lecturer by profession, has served at the Hindu Society Board of Directors for 6 years. Married to Dr. Harish Chander and mother of two sons - Dr. Rajat Chander, M.D. and Anupam Chan der, J.D. and grandmother of two, Anoushka and Milan, Yash Lives with her husband in Raleigh, N.C. She has four Masters - 1 English, 2. Sanskrit from Panjab University, India and 3. Educational Media, 4. Library Information Science from U.S. During her tenure as a Board director, she has served as Publications and Program Director - from coordinating cultural programs to writing guidelines for programs, revising Hindu Society manual & creating and editing HSNC Newsletter. She began the teaching of Hindi language for the first time in the Triangle universities by offering - Beginner's level and advanced level - as two regular courses at the North Carolina State University and taught for 3 years before she moved to her present position as Director of Curriculum Materials Center & Film Library at North Carolina Central University. She is one of the founding members of the Hindi Vikas Mandal for promotion of Hindi Language. She is deeply interested in Indian culture and has taught and contributed articles on Indian culture, and most recently published a chapter "Representing Culture, Indian weddings, Festivals and Family values" in Cross Cultural Communication edited by Dr.
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Norales. She was awarded for her article on "Regenerative Rituals" dealing with celebration of Indian festivals, published in N.C. Crossroads published by North Carolina Humanities Council. She has been Ethnic Chair for coordinating Hindu Society' participation in the City of Raleigh International Festival since 1986 to present. This ye ar she also served as the Chair for Gandhi Statue Project and coordinated programs for fund -raising. She initiated and chaired the celebration of Heritage India Festival which is now preparing for its 5 celebration. Along with presenting Indian music, colorful classical and folk dances by children and adult members of the society, the Festival also celebrated community leaders by recognizing them for their contributions to the community, academics, art, science and culture. Her vision for Hindu Society is to see it as an organization which:Builds partnership with its membership and cares for the community: Enhances its scope by becoming a primary link for Indian Americans; Invigorates people-to-people ties.
N.R. Parikh - In August of 1985, Anjana, Vedangee, Anand and I settled into the Southern Part of Heaven' after many cold years in southern Ontario. Very soon thereafter, we attended the grand opening of the Hindu Bhavan. The Hindu Society and the Bhavan quickly became an intrinsic part of this culture we were now a part of. My appreciation for the Bhavan and its supporting community continued to grow since those early days. The Society taught me the bases of Hindu doctrine and tradition, developed an environment for me to rediscover my heritage and culture, and helped me instill the foundations of these in my children. Remarkably, because the Society and Bhavan has had this tremendous role in my life, when I go to other temples (even in India) and close my eyes to pray, I envision the deities at the Morrisville Hindu Bhavan. Amazing. The simple, elegant design of the temple itself and the diversity of deities developed and reflected an incredibly diverse community unified by spirituality, culture, and care of members for one another. The friends I have made through the Society have enriched my views, helped Anju and I raise our children, challenged my intellect, guided me in times of trouble, helped me grow as a person, and celebrated with me in times of joy. For all of these things, I am grateful. Respectfully,
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Rashmi Patel : My name is Rashmi Patel. I have been involved in Hindu Society since 1998, serving on planning committee for building cultural hall. In 2003. I volunteered to help as a rental coordinator. In 2005, I joined to serve board of directors. During my time on Hindu Society Board, I was involved in many areas of our society from facility maintenance to various fund raising programs including HSNC raffle, hosting professional programs and yearly grand Navaratri celebration. As a Hindu Society savak, I am dedicated to promote Hindu religion and culture as two main aspects of our identity. On 30 year's celebration, I thank and appreciate many who selflessly devoted their time and charity for Hindu Society to promote huma nity through Hinduism.
Suman & T. Nath Batra - We consider it to be an hour in providing the the following factual information regarding the Hindu Temple in Raleigh, North Carolina. We emigrated from Canada in Dec. 1978 to settle in Raleigh, NC. The population of immigrants of the Indian origin amounted to 150 families in the three (3) adjacent cities - Raleigh, Chapel Hill, and Durham, known as the "Research Triangle Area". When we inquired about the Hindu Temple in Raleigh, we were directed to 5400 Kaplan Drive, Raleigh, NC 27606, the house owned by Dr. G. D. Sharma and Mrs. Saroj Sharma. The above Temple served as an excellent place for holding various social functions, and religious services commonly observed by the people of the Indian Origin. The Temple never limited itself to observing religious services based on the provincial divisions and sub-divisions (such as Punjab, Gujrat, Maharashtra, Bengal, Medras, ... etc.). It always provided a "Cosmopolitan (non-provincial)" attitude. It is for this non-provincial attitude that we ascertain, the Temple at 5400 Kaplan Drive to be the first Hindu Temple in Raleigh. The cosmopolitan attitude which was adopted at Kaplan Drive prevailed when the Temple was moved to its interim location at Boylan Street, Raleigh. The same cosmopolitan attitude (evident by the variety in the Deities honored and worshiped) is reflected in the Temple's permanent location (Aviation Pkwy, Morrisville) to the present day. Wish our best to the HSNC.
Vijaya Bapat M.D. I Am a life member of the temple. Have been involved in Starting Marathi Class, Marathi Drama club and some fund raising/educational activities on behalf of the Temple. I believe that we must educate future generation about our religion and culture if we are to preserve the same. We also need to become part of the main stream society via some activities such as providing food periodically to homeless shelters, meals on the wheels. (We are doing some of these but perhaps need to expand and publicize them more f ully). A place in the news letter for comments from member may be a good way to get member input on regular basis. Thanks for the opportunity.
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Manju and Vindvashni Tiwari - Since we moved to the Triangle area in 1996, my family consistently visits the Morrisville Temple. It is a great place for the religious and cultural activities for the South Asian communities. Temple and the Hall is a treasure for the local people. It gives chance to our kids to perform, participate, explore and learn about our traditions and values. My wife Manju and I feel proud to be the life-long members of HSNC and HMV. It is great pleasure to serve the Society and to be in HSNC working committee and HMV board of Director. I tried my best to include everyone's name and contribution in this book. But the list of our members, associates and volunteers is so big, that it may not be possible for us to include all the name and contribution detail. Please apologies for any such mistake. For any suggestion, improvement or HSNC/HMV membership address change, please send a note to vptiwari@yahoo.com or call me or Manju on 919-423-03-65. My best wishes to the readers and the HSNC for completing thirty years
Shri Swadesh Chatterjee
Born in Somamukhi, W.B, India in 1947, Swadesh Chatterjee first arrived in the United States from Calcutta, India in November 1978 with his wife and young daughter. He became an American citizen in 1993. During the last 20 years Swadesh has risen to prominence within the In dian American Community, not only in his home state of North Carolina, but also nationally. In 1998, he was elected National President of the Indian American Forum for Political Education, a nationwide organization whose goals are to boost the political participation by members of the Indian American Community and to improve the relationship between the United States and India. During his tenure as National President, the IAFPE has risen in stature such that it now speaks with one the most powerful voices in Washington (the Indian American Caucus is the second largest caucus on Capital Hill). For instance, in October of 1999 for the first time in history, the power of the Indian American political voice was put on display in a front page story in the Washing ton Post. Swadesh's steadfast belief and diligence in improving U.S. -Indian relations has been the driving force behind a new and more pro-India U.S. Policy. He was one of the few Indian Americans who briefed and accompanied President Clinton on his historic trip to India in 2000 and also was a major champion for the success of Indian Prime Minister Vajpayee's visit to the United States in 2000. Swadesh is a successful businessman and entrepreneur who is President of an industrial instrumentation company in North Carolina. He has traveled worldwide and develops international business relationships, especially within Asia. Long a proponent of U.S. - India trade as the best method of bringing the two countries closer together, he has been instrumental in bringi ng Indian Trade Delegations to North Carolina and to Washington. He is also one of the co-Founders of TIE North Carolina, a group of successful businesspeople whose main goal is to produce and assist fledgling entrepreneurs. Governor James B. Hunt also appointed him a member of the North Carolina Entrepreneurial Development Board. Swadesh has a B. S. Degree in Physics from Calcutta University, a B. S. Degree in Instrumentation and Electronic Engineering from Jadavpur University and a M. S. Degree in Business Management from North Carolina State University. His wife is a practicing physician. Swadesh, his wife Manjusri, daughter Sohini and son Souvik presently reside in Cary, North Carolina. Mr. Swadesh wishes best to the HSNC on its 30" year.
Shri. Swadesh Chatterjee received Padma Bhushan award in 2001
Sanjeev and Alka Sharma of Kansas city was the first HSNC members, who enable d the automatic withdrawal, 20 years back and still doing it. They wish thire best to the HSNC.
Purnima kotiya Congratulations and Best wishes from Jayesh & Purnima Kotiya on 30th Anniversary of Hindu Society of NC and 20th Anniversary for Hindu Bhavan. We moved to this area in 1984, the year the society started building our beautiful Hindu Bhavan, an unique Temple . I am glad to see the society growing. God bless us all. Regards,
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Shankar Mistry, Ph.D, P.E. - have given my service to the HSNC since 1976 in various capacities as president, member of the board of directors, advisor and member of construction committee for our Temple and Cultural Hall. As per future vision, I like for our HSNC to prosper with harmony with all ethnic groups and be a leader to provide all the necessary religious services to our members. Also I like to get our youngsters to get involve in our HSNC activities.
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INFLUENCE OF INDIAN COMMUNITY ON AMERICAN SOCIETY
Dr. Gangadhar Sharma
Forty-six or more years ago, living in U.S was a little tough for an Asian Indian compare to today. For a totally vegetarian (not eating eggs, meat, onions and garlic) to get a good evening meal in a restaurant was a nightmare. Stores selling Indian groceries were scanty. Wheat flour was available only in some food stores such as A and P store. Not many spices were available, we were using caraway seeds instead of cumin seed 'jeera'. Look at the situation now, we get nearly everything we use in the kitchen every day. Even several varieties of fresh Indian vegetables and fruits are available in our state in not only Indian stores but also at grocery stores like Harris Teeter, Kroger, and Food Lion etc. Practically all mid-size and large cities now have sever al Indian grocery stores. This has made the life of a vegetarian much easier. An interest in vegetarian meals has spread amongst the American population too. As a result, most restaurants now offer some vegetarian dishes on their menu. Even you can get a vegetarian hamburger at fast food places. There is a Vegetarian Society in this country now. Some of their members eat only vegetables at least once a day. The medical profession has also recognized the importance of vegetarian diet. Some kind of marked change has happened in the eating habits of this country. Even in many official dinners you can request for a vegetarian meal. Indian dances have become more common at Indian festivals, wedding ceremonies and at many other functions. Americans did not know about Bhangra and Garba dances previously. But now they like to see them, even like to participate in them. Nearly all our Indian movies have songs and dances and have contributed a lot towards the mixing of young boys and girls in America through these dan ces. A cosmopolitan society is emerging due to participation of American youngsters in these activities. TV channels, through dish network, are increasing the interest in these dances. These TV channels have also increased visibility of Indian activities in this country, for example, when Prime Minister of India addressed a joint session of Senate & Congress and when President Bush welcomed him at the White House, they were shown on the TV the same day.
Our wedding festivities are exposing Indian culture to the American Society. Some of our weddings are very elaborate with varieties of food and cultural programs. All of these activities have created some interest in American society towards Indian culture and traditions. As a result, the number of jewelry stores has increased a lot, particularly in big cities. Popularity of artificial & silver jewelry has gone up too. American girls are often seen wearing anklets and toe rings. Specially, American girls like to use Henna (Mehndi) paste on their hands. You often see long lines at the Henna counter during International festivals. Tolerance towards the Hindu Religion in this country has improved some too, but has a too long way go yet. Presence of Hindu temples nearly in most of the major cities has contributed towards this. Yoga and meditation have also become common and popular in this country. Somehow there is an interest in the American Society to know more about Hindu religion. They often visit our temples to see Hindu services. Even few Universities have Sanskrit Department with full Professor, for example, the University of Indiana, Bloomington Campus, has a Chair called Ravindra Nath Tagore. There is a Hindu University at Orlando, Florida offering many different courses in Hindi and Sanskrit and also train Pandits for temples located in the U.S.
Now there is a trend among Indians to take part in the American political process. Some already hold elective offices at State and Federal level, including a US Senator, and many others are preparing to run for other elective offices. What to say about Indian Physicians, they are liked by majority of Americans, and they practice practically in every city in America. Indians contribute millions of dollars to political candidates and as a result several Indians are occupying important positions at the White House.
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The Indians have made remarkable contributions to the American Society in the Information Technology field. The leaders in U.S. Congress recently recognized the contributions made by the Indian IIT graduates to the American people. So far Indians have made their visibility in every aspects of American Society that is beneficial to each other. It is an on going process, every year Indians are contributing in countless ways to this country.
God Bless India and America.
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HSNC would like to thank all of the following organizations for coming and working together in promoting Indian culture.
Tamil Cultural Association (TCA) of NC has been promoting the rich Indian tradition with a special emphasis on Tamil culture in the Triangle area for the past 5 years. TCA has been actively participating in various local Indian cultural and community events hand in hand with other Indian organizations, representing the Tamil heritage. Since its inception, the association has been a significant contributor to the Independence Day celebrations every year, participating in the cultural program, parade and other activities.
Indian American Forum For Political Education (AFPE) was established in 1982 to serve as a nonpartisan, non-profit political education forum. The major purpose of the IAFPE is to act as a catalyst in promoting public awareness & developing civic consciousness, and to provide opportunities for learning various issues affecting the lives of individuals of Indian origin residing in the United States. This learning process takes place through discussions on contemporary civic, economic and political developments and projects through the local chapters. For details on Mahatma Gandhi Statue project, please call 91 9-233-7677 or send an email at shaharvid@aol.com or chander@bellsouth.net. We welcome your participation!!!
Association for India's Development (AID) is a volunteer organization committed to promote sustainable, equitable and just development in India. . It was started in 1991 and since its inception has supported over 365 grassroots projects that are spread across 18 states in India. AID -RTP is one among 36 chapters in the US that deals with a variety issues in interconnected spheres such as education, livelihoods, natural resources, health, women's empowerment and social justice. Our greatest strength is our team of enthusiastic and dedicated volunteers representing a v aried crosssection of interests and experiences. We meet every week to discuss and plan fund raising opportunities through the year, review project proposals from India and keep abreast of several current issues of interest such as poverty alleviation, ed ucation, health, environment and government policies. Come check us out on the web at http://www.aidindia.org/duke or e-mail us at rtp@aidindia.org or contact Naga at (919) 452-7933 or Ravi at (919) 637-1167. "Compassion wherever there is suffering, Conviction that the compassion is strong enough to eliminate suffering, Courage to make this conviction a reality, This is AID."
Child Relief and You (CRY) America, Inc. CRY is an India-based charitable non-profit organization committed to encouraging and facilitating individuals and organizations to make a positive impact in the lives of underprivileged children since 1979. CRY America is a U.S. based volunteer -driven organization with nearly 20 action centers. The RDU Action Center has been active since 2001. Past events organized by CRY -RDU include concerts by Bhajan Samraat Anup Jalota, Pandit Hari Prasad Chaurasia, first WALK in the RDU area, and several sports tournaments for people of all ages. We have also launched several new fund -raising initiatives like Birthdays, Gifts and You, Shop for CRY and Kids for CRY.
Triangle Gujarati Association (TGA) is an organization committed to preserve and promote Gujarati culture, fellowship and fraternity among members of the Gujarati community in Triangle, to strive for their progress and prosperity, to foster unity and enrich harmony with other social groups. It works towards these objectives by arranging family-oriented cultural, social and religious programs, gatherings, talks, meetings and panel discussions. It encourages arts, literature, oratorical, scholastic and leadership qualities amongst its members. It provides education on the values and the rich heritage of Gujarat, the part of the India to where we trace our roots.
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The RTP Maharashtra Mandal was established in the Triangle Area in 1986. The Mandal organizes 5 annual functions, which are Sankrant, Holi, Picnic, Ganesh Chaturthi and Diwali. Maharashtrian people attend these programs with great enthusiasm. To promote the awareness of Maharashtrian Culture and Language among our children a Marathi language class was started. As of now many children attending the class, which is held every Sunday at HSNC. We are very proud of Maharashtra and Maharashtrian Culture. For this year our contact number is 919-467-9598.
North Carolina Bengali Association (NCBA) is a registered tax deductible organization by expatriate Indians of Bengalee origin and also some from Bangladesh in the State of North Carolina, USA. It was started in January 1990. Bengal is a state in India around Kolkata, where people speaks a language called Bengali, Its activities are mostly social and community oriented such as Saraswati puja, Rabindra - Nazrul Jayanti, picnic, Durga puja and other philanthropic activities.
Officers for the calendar year 2005-2006 are as following:
Mithu Chaudhuri, President, Tel-910-485-8528, email dpchaudhuri@earthlink.net
Sukhomoy Dutta, Vice president Madhulavi Majumder, Secretary, Tel no 919-928-8442 email madhulavi@hotmail.com Lynne Raha , Treasurer Swaty Sen & Sumita Biswa s-Gupta,
Cultural Secretaries Shyam Banik, Robin Basak, Kanan Chatterjee &
Saurabh Ghosh Chaudhury Members at large )
Pratham, founded in 1994 with seed money from UNICEF, is a non-sectarian, non-political non-governmental organization (NGO) with a mission to ensure all children go to school and learn. This mission is implemented in collaboration with governments at various levels, communities, corporations and other NGOs. Pratham's success is due to its emphasis using exiting facilities and resou rces, extensive use of local volunteers, very low cost and easy reliability of its programs.
Pratham has caught the imagination of people in the US in a fairly big way. This interest led to the establishment of Pratham USA (www.prathamusa.org) which raises significant amount of funds to support Pratham INDIA.
We would love to have you join us in the crusade against illiteracy among children. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, please stop by our desk today or contact us at chith ramesh@hotmail.com and/or M. Ramesh/Chitra Ramesh: 919-678-0109 & cell -270-8723
Sampige, Triangle Kannada Association was formed in 1995 and is a registered non-profit association for the people residing in the Triangle area from Karnataka, India. Sampige preserves and promotes the rich culture, heritage, language and music from Karnataka. It establishes a common forum for the people from Karnataka to meet and interact. Kannada is the primary language spo ken by the people from Karnataka. Sampige organizes Kannada cultural activities.
Triangle Orissa Association is an organization committed to preserve and promote Oryia culture, fellowship and fraternity among members of the Oryia community in Triangle, to strive for their progress and prosperity, to foster unity and enrich harmony with other social groups. It works towards these objectives by arranging family-oriented cultural, social and religious programs, gatherings, talks, meetings and panel discussion s. It encourages arts, literature, oratorical, scholastic and leadership qualities amongst its members. The primary
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language spoken by the TOA members is Oryia, one of the official languages of India. The TOA consists of not only Oryia-speaking families but also many of their friends who speak the language other than Oryia.
Triangle Area Telugu Association (TATA) is a Raleigh, N.C. -based non-profit organization, which promotes Telugu language, culture, art, literature and music in the Triangle area.' Telugu' is a South Indian language spoken predominantly in the state of Andhra Pradesh. Members of TATA include several doctors, scientists, professors, IT engineers, musicians, business individuals and students who hail primarily from Andhra Pradesh, but settled in Triangle area, contributing to communal harmony. TATA adopted Evans Road in Cary, NC as part of the 'Adopt A Highway" program keeping the state of NC clean. Our aim is to encourage Telugu language, propagate fraternity, and uphold cultural concordanc e.
Greater Carolina Kerala Association The GCKA is a non-profit association with the purpose of promoting and facilitating the cultural, educational, social and economic welfare of the Greater Carolina Keralite community, both among Keralites and the surrounding community at large. Our main goals are:
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Maintain our cultural heritage Enrich the contemporary society by contributing our cultural heritage Educate the future generations about our cultural heritage
The history of GCKA goes back to early-seventies. It all started when about nine Keralite families settled in the Triangle area occasionally got together in their homes to celebrate social occasions. These families also participated in various Indian functions representing Kerala in the local area. Th en, in 1987, formally a Kerala Association was formed. Subsequently, the association started organizing annual events, such as Onam, Christmas, Picnic, etc. During this period the membership grew significantly and in May 2001, the current Greater Carolina Kerala Association was registered as a non-profit corporation with the North Carolina Secretary of State. As of today, we have about 130 families as active paid members and some functions attract as many as 450 attendees. For more information about GCKA a nd its activities, please visit WWW.GCKA.COM.
India Development and Relief Fund IDRF's mission is to support volunteer-based, honest and highly experienced non-governmental organizations (NGOs) in India in serving their populations' critical needs around education, healthcare, and welfare, without regard to religion, caste or creed. IDRF focuses on enabling the poor to overcome their deficiencies and empower them with necessary tools such as education to make them prosper as citizens of India. To ensure its philosophical roots, IDRF works with NGOs who share the same vision and prioritizes its distribution to the development projects. The NGOs supported by IDRF are committed to provide the tribal and urban poor with high quality education, healthcare, and vocational training. Providing relief and rehabilitation for victims of natural disasters such as cyclones, floods and earthquakes is also an important component of IDRF's mission. For more information, please visit www.idrf.org (IDRF, www.idrf.org) is a voluntary, non-profit developmental organization with projects spread all over India. In over a decade, IDRF has raised over 16 million dollars in the US. Our projects are in the fields of education, healthcare, tribal welfare, women empowerment among other key aspects of development. Let me illustrate with one example. IDRF is very active in providing relief and rehabilitation to those that lost families, homes and livelihood during last year's Tsunami disaster. Within two days of the disaster, IDRF handed out $ 20,000 worth relief material working with about 1000 volunteers of Sewa Bharati. By January, We collected over $ 1 million dollars towards Tsunami relief and reha bilitation. To cite another example, IDRF's Martyrs National Integration Fund helps the families of those that are hurt or killed in terrorist attacks in India. We are looking to expand IDRF in the Triangle area and are seeking active volunteers to join o ur team. We plan to organize fun events directed at the Indian community as fund -raisers. If you are interested, we would love to hear from you. Please drop us an email at idrf_rtp@yahoogroups.com.
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Ekal Vidyalaya Foundation of USA
The Ekal Vidyalaya movement aims to help eradicate illiteracy from rural and tribal India. To date, Ekal Vidyalaya is a movement of over 15,330 teachers, 3,500 voluntary workers, 20 field organizations (scattered in 22 Indian states), and 8 support agencies. With this tremendous human force, the Ekal Vidyalaya movement strives to create a network of non-formal schools that will educate and empower children in rural and tribal India. The Ekal Vidyalaya Foundation is a charitable trust that initiates, supports, and runs non-formal oneteacher schools all over the country. With the participation of numerous non-profit trusts and organizations, this program has now become the greatest non-governmental education movement in the country. For more information, please visit www.ekalvidya.org
The Ekal video that will be shown will give a glimpse of this phenomenal education movement. It will present a first-hand look at the conditions where these schools are built, t he socio-economic state of the villagers, the enthusiasm of the children that attend the Ekal Vidyalaya and how this concept is transforming all of India, village by village, into a nation of literate, intelligent and ambitious people.
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Hindi Vikas Mandal (HVM) is a non-profit, voluntary organization based in the Triangle area that promotes study and awareness of Hindi language and strives to foster Indian culture and traditions through Hindi. HVM has a special focus on the youth for the preservation of Indian Culture and heritage. Programs are conducted throughout the year to attain above described goals. Some of the major programs include Holi/Baisakhi Mela, Picnic, Poetry, Dramas, etc. HVM has been celebrating India's Independence Day since 1999 in collab oration with other Indian organizations. Membership is open to everybody who loves Hindi.
ORIGIN & MISSION OF HINDI VIKAS MANDAL
Over twenty years ago, several Indians residing in the triangle area reali zed a need for their children to learn their mother tongue of "Hindi". The Hindi speaking citizens from the area initiated the move to cultivate Hindi language among their children through various cultural activities. Henceforth, Hindi Vikas Mandal was launched as a non-profit organization registered with the Secretary of State of North Carolina. The founders agreed to its charter and constitution. It has a Board of Trustees with nine members and a Board of Director for day to day activities with seven members. Its main objectives are:
1. Enhance knowledge, understanding, and appreciation of the Hindi language and literature to preserve Indian culture and heritage among new generations.
2. Teach reading, writing, and speaking skills in Hindi.
3. Provide a platform for discussions and debates in Hindi.
4. Facilitate translation of English and other languages into Hindi and vice versa.
5. Foster Indian philosophy and culture through the medium of Hindi language.
6. Obtain affiliation from recognized examining agency to grant dip lomas for proficiency in Hindi.
HVM has adopted several platforms to promote its cause through cultural programs, dances, dramas, poetry, camps, picnics, etc. HVM yearly membership is $10 and life membership is $100. HVM publishes its newsletter quarterly.
Patron Dr. Gangadhar Sharma
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निर्देश मण्डल (Board of Directors)
अध्यक्ष (President)
सरोज शर्मा
उपाध्यक्ष (V. President)
सन्तोष गंगवाल
सीमा मदान
851-0225
सचिव (Secretary)
467-4336
सुमन बत्रा मदन गोयल बिन्दु सिंह
कोषाध्यक्ष (Treasurer) सन्तोष गंगवाल
467-0351
Dr. G.D. Sharma
सदस्यगण (Members)
467-4336
482-4450
484-7923
266-9391
विन्दवासनी तिवारी 543-6260
SHAYALAS
संरक्षक (Patron)
गंगाधर शर्मा
YALA
न्यास मण्डल (Board of Trustees)
अध्यक्ष (Chairperson)
उत्तम डीडवानिया
ध्रुव कुमार
उपाध्यक्ष (V. Chairperson)
544-9689
रतना नारायण
851-0225
सचिव (Secretary)
सुधा ढींगरा नन्दिता गंग सुनील जै रमेश माथुर
सुधा राठी मनमोहन साहनी
848-9892
सदस्यगण (Members)
HSNC Temple Priests and Religious affairs
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Shri Shivananda bhat Mrs. Saroj Sharma Shri Dwaraka Prashad Trivedi
362-5244
233-8173
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460-7044
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जन-गण-मन
Oh, say, can you see, by the dawn's early light, p What so proudly we hailed at the twilight's last gleaming? whose broad stripes and bright stars, thro' the perilous fight' O'er the ramparts we watched, were so gallantly streaming.
And the rockets red glare, the bombs bursting in air, Gave proof through the night that our flag was still there. Oh, say, does that star-spangled banner yet wave
JANA-GANA-MANA-ADHINAYAKA JAYA HE
BHARATA-BHAGYA-VIDHATA
PUNJAB-SINDHU-GUJARATA-MARATHA- DRAVIDA-UTKALA-BANGA
VINDHYA-HIMACHALA-YAMUNA-GANGA
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UCCHHALA-JALADHI TARANGA
TAVA SUBHA NAME JAGE
TAVA SUBHA ASHISHA MAGE
GAHE TAVAJAYA GATHA
JANA-GANA-MANGALA DAYAKAJAYA HE
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VANDE MATARAM National Song of INDIA By Shri Bankim Chandra Chatterjee
Compiled by Manju Tiwari
वन्दे मातरम् सजलां सफलां मलयजशीतलाम शस्य श्यामला मातरम् . शुभ ज्योत्सनाम् पुलकित यामिनीम फुल्ल कुसुमित दुमदलशोभिनीम्, सुहासिनी सुमधुर भाषिणीम् . सुखदां वरदा मातरम् ॥ सप्त कोटि कन्ठ कलकल निनाद कराले द्विसप्त कोटि भुजैर्धत खरकरयाले के बोले मा तुमी अबले बहबल धारिणीम् नमामि तारिणीम् रिपुदलवारिणीम् मातरम् ॥ तुमि विद्या तुमि धर्म, तुमि हृदि तुमि मर्म त्वं हि प्राणाः शरीरे बाहते तुमि मा शक्ति, हृदये तुमि मा भक्ति, तोमारै प्रतिमा गडि मन्दिरे-मन्दिरे ॥
त्वं हि दुर्गा दशप्रहरणधारिणी कमला कॅमलदल विहारिणी वाणी विद्यादायिनी, नमामि त्वाम् नमामि कमला अमला अतुलाम् सुजला सुफला मातरम् ॥
श्यामलां सरला सुस्मितां भूषिताम् धरणी भरणी मातरम् ॥
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Lord Ganesh
गणेश जी
of Hindu rituals and ceremonies. Gajanana means one with an elephant face. Vinayaka means the supreme leader, literally one who has no leader but himself. As his name suggests Vighneswara removes all obstacles and helps us meet all challenges of life.
Lord Ganesh (Ganesha), in Hinduism, is a son of Shiva and Parvati, and the husband of Bharati, Riddhi and Siddhi. In art, he is depicted as a pot bellied yellow or red god with four arms and the head of a one-tusked elephant, riding or attended to by a mouse. Typically, his name is prefixed with the Hindu title of respect, 'Shri.' He is one of the most beloved gods in Hinduism, because of his kindness, loyalty, and playful nature.
Ganesha Symbolism
Big Head-Think Big
Small Eyes. Concentrate
Large Ears - Listen more Axe - To cut off all bonds
of attachment
VaRope - To pull you nearer
to the highest goal
Small Mouth Talk less
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One Tusk - Retain good
throu dugu bad
Blessings - Blesses and profects on spiritual path to supreme
Trunk High Efficiency
and Adaptability
Madaka - Rewards
of Sadhana
Large stomach Peacefully divest all good and bad in life
Prasade. The whole world is at your
feet and for your asking
Mouse - Desire. Unless under control
cause hanc ou ride the desire and keep it under control and don't allow it to take you for a ride.
Lord Ganesha, has been prayed to, worshipped and adored in one form or another since thime began; and time itself began with his creation. Ganesha is a word derived from the Sanskrit roots gana, meaning 'multitude', Isha means Lord, Ruler, Supreme God, or Sovereign. Ganesha therefore literally means the 'Lord of all beings'. This is virtually synonymous with the word "Ganapati".
Ganesha is known by many other names such as Gajanana, Vinayaka, Vighneswara etc. Vighneswara is the Lord of all Obstacles, worshipped in the beginning
As Siddhidata, Lord Ganesha is the giver of success and is associated with bountiful harvests and general abundance in life. Lord Ganesha is the material manifestation of the "manas", or mind, of his father Lord Shiva. He embodies the five elements-earth, fire,

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air, ether and water- and guides the elemental forces which produce and maintain order in the universe. Sometimes Lord Ganesha is depicted with two women Riddhi and Siddhi. Riddhi is prosperity and Siddhi is success. Ganesha is a celibate.
The symbols of Lord Ganesha have special significance. An elephant's head on a human body is meant to represent supreme wisdom. The combination and animal in one body signifies divinity in all the beings. The trunk which springs from his head represents the intellect. His four arms stand for the four inner equipments of the subtle body, namely mind (manas), intellect (buddhi), ego (ahankar) and conditioned consciousness (chitta). Gamesja refresemts the fire cpmscopismess. The Ata,am (self). In one hand he holds an axe and in another a rope. The axe symbolizes the destruction of all desires and attachments. The rope is meant to pull the seeker out of his worldly entanglements.
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In the third hand he holds a rice ball (modak or laddoo). Modaka represents the joyous rewards of spiritual seeking. In the fourth hand he holds a lotus (Padma). The lotus represents the supreme goal of human evolution. His huge belly is indicative of contentment and inspires his devotees to develop contentment. It signifies that all things, the entire universe, are contained in him. Lord Ganesha occupies a unique place in the Hindu pantheon of Gods.
3 TAH: गजाननं भूतगणाधि सेवितं कपित्य जम्बू फलसार भक्षणम्
उमासुतं शोक विनाश कारणं नमामि विघ्नेश्वर पादपंकजम् ॥
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LORD VENKATESHWAR
Uttisthottistha! Govinda! Uttistha Garudadhvaja! Uttistha Kamalakanta! Trailokyam mangalam kuru.
बैन्कटेशवर
उत्तिष्ठो त्तिष्ठ गोविन्द! उत्तिष्ठ गरुडध्वजः उत्तिष्ठ कमलाकान्ता त्रैलोक्यं मङ्गलं कुरु ।
Lord Venkateswara, another form of Vishnu, residing in the seven hills of Tirupathi, was chosen as the presiding deity of Kaliyuga. This deity is also worshipped throughout India as Balaji, Srinivasa and Vekataramana. By invoking this form of Vishnu during Kaliyuga, allsins, sorrows and obstacles of life are believed to be annihilated. According to our Hindu mythology, the advent of Kaliyuga worried Brahma (the creator) who asked Narada Mahamuni to do something to avert the coming catastrophe increased lust, greed and envy etc. Accordingly, Narada proceeded to Bhooloka (the earth) and inquired of the Maharshis Vasistha, Bhrigu and Athri to name the presiding deity of Kaliyuga. As they appeared to be unsure, Brahma requested them to test the Trinity, Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva. Bhrigu who hesitantly agreed to conduct the test decided that Vishnu was the most deserving form to be worshipped. He arrived at the decision because both Brahma and Shiva are upset at Bhrigu for disturbing them while Vishnu, despite being kicked on by chest by Bhrigu, welcomed him and made him repent for his action. Goddess Mahalakshmi (the consort of Vishnu) felt insulted when Bhrigu kicked Vishnu on his chest (her place of abode) and left Vaikuntha to take the form of Padmavati on earth. Vishnu, feeling miserable at her departure, reached the hills of Seshadri where he meditated and attained the form of Srinivasa. Lord Srinivasa met Padmavati who he recognized to be Mahalakshmi, and proposed to her. However, the lord did not have adequate finances to meet the marriage expenses and borrowed the money from Kubera, the Treasurer for Brahma. A sum of 14 lakhs gold coins with the inscription of Sri Rama were borrowed by Lord Venkateswara with an agreement that the interest on the money would be paid till the end of Kaliyuga and the principal at the end of the said period.

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This ideal of Sita can change the life in many homes today.
RAM SITA LAKSHMAN राम सीता लक्ष्मण
Lord Rama is one of the ten avatars (incarnation) of Lord Vishnu. He was born in Treta yuga as son of King Dashratha of Ayodhya. He was the eldest son of King Dashratha. His younger brothers were Bharat, Shatrughna and Lakshmana. Lord Rama is hero of famous epics Ramayana written by Maharshi Valmiki, and Ramacharit Manasa written by Tulsida. Ram and his wife Sita together represent ideal man and woman whose characters are worth emulating.
Lakshman was the devoted younger brother of Rama. He is considered to be Avatar of Shesh Nag, the big serpent god who supports earth on his head. Lakshman plays the role of an ideal brother when he accompanies Rama and Sita to forest. He leaves behind his wife and leads the chaste life of a yogi for 14 years even without sleep. His dedication to the service of Rama and Sita is unparalleled in the history of mankind.
Rama, Sita and Lakshman along with Hanuman are one of the most popular combination of deities ruling the hearts of millions of Hindus.
Rama is the ideal of social and domestic virtues, the epitome of gentleness, goodness and valor, of heroism tempered with humility and prowess combined with mildness. He is a lion in war and a lamb in peace. He was the ideal loving husband who wept torrents at his separation from Sita but in case of conflicts between his duties as a husband and a king, he chose the latter for the greater good.
He is often referred to as Maryada Purshottam, best amongst the men and acting within the human limits. He never used his godly powers though he was an incarnation of Lord Vishnu. This is in contrast with the character of Lord Krishna who is known to have manifested his superhuman powers on many occasions. Rama was an ideal man, son, brother, and king. He gladly relinquished the kingdom of Ayodhya and accepted to live in forest for 14 years to keep the words of his father. When Lakshman was hit by Shakti in the battle with Ravana and was lying unconscious, Rama as an affectionate brother cried like a human being showing all the emotions.
Sita was daughter of King Janak of Mithila. She was an incarnation of goddess Lakshmi. She is depicted as ideal woman, wife and mother. When Rama decides to go to forest to keep the words of his father she decides to accompany him. Everyone including Rama himself tries to dissuade her from going but she stands firm in her resolve. She says that a wife's place is always with the husband in good as well as bad times. Husband and wife must share good and bad things in life and be together.
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RADHA KRISHNA
राधा कृष्ण
Lord Krishna was a dynamic incarnation of Vishnu. He was an Avatar, in the sense that he was totally attuned to the Supreme consciousness from his very birth. He has several other popular names such as Madhava, Mukunda, Murari, Shyam and Gopala. His incarnation represents the descent of the Infinite Brahman to the material world. The lord is described as being blue in color and donning yellow clothes (peetambara) with a bamboo flute (vansi) that brings out enchanting music to mesmerize his devotees. His incarnation brought to bear upon the Indian thought and life such a profound and powerfull influence that it has no parallel in India or elsewhere. There is no aspect of life, of culture and of civilization which did not receive his revitalizing touchthe Indian philosophy and religion, mysticism, poetry, painting, music and dance where all influenced by the Krishna theme and thoughts. Every aspect of Krishna and his deeds, is pregnant with deep mystical symbolism indicating the highest Truth. The word KRISHNA indicates the supreme consciousness which is said to be dark (Shyam), in the sense that it is unseen by or unknown to one as long as one remains rooted in earthly experiences limited to the realms of perceptions, emotions and thoughts gained through the physical body and intellect. Krishna was the major character of Mahabharat (The Indian Epic) in which He preaches Karma Yoga to Arjuna through Bhagavad Gita (The sacred book of Hindus).
Radha is the consort of Krishna who was the beloved mischievous and enchanting boy of Brindavan. The most beautiful and beloved amongst the gopikas (milk maids) was Radha. Her love and devotion for Krishna was unmatched. The love of Radha and Krishna is symbolic of the eternal love affair between the devoted mortal and the Divine. Radha's yearning for union with her beloved Krishna is the soul's longing for spiritual awakening and for union with the one source of peace and bliss. Rada symbolizes a unique state of devotion that is bound to lead to a merger with the Lord.
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कृष्ण-वन्दना KRISHNA-VANDANA
करारविन्देन
पदारविन्दं मुखारविन्दे विनिवेशयन्तम्
KARAAR VINDAIN PADAARVINDAM MUKHAAR VINDE I VINIVAISHAYANTAM VATASYA PATRASYA PUTE SHAYAANAM BALAM MUKUNDAM
वटस्य पत्रस्य
पुटे शयानं बाले मुकुन्दं मनसा स्मरामि ।। MANASAA SMARAAMI
I remember with my heart Lord Krishna in the form of a child entering his lotus foot into his lotus-like mouth with the help of his lotus-like hand and sleeping on the leaf of a banyan tree.
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HANUMAN JI
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life. When the entire personality is turned to the infinite all shortcomings disappear.
Lord Hnuman is also known by other popular names like Anjaneya, Bajrang Bali, Pavan Suta, Mahavir, Sankat Mochan, Hanumat, Hanumant, etc. He is worshipped in all parts of India. The popular days for his worship are Tuesday and Saturday. On these days devotees recite Hanuman Chalisa and Sankat Mochan Hanuman Ashtak with great fervor. In South India, Hanuman is visualized as a five headed and multiple armed God, thus multiplying his capabilities manyfold. Various forms of Hanuman worship are described in Hanumat Kavya, Hanumat Kirtan, and Hanumat Paddhati etc.
Swami Vivekanand said "You have now to make the character of Mahavir your ideal. He has no care for life or death. He was a perfect master of his senses and wonderfully sagacious. You have now to build your life on this great ideal of personal service. Through that, all the other ideals will gradually manifest in life. Obedience to the Guru and a strict observance of Brahmacharya celibacy and abstinence) is the secret of his success."
The character of Hanuman Ji is very important in Ramayana. He is portrayed as a perfect devotee of Lord Rama. On one hand he represents the ideal of service and on the other he represents endless strength and courage, striking the whole world with awe. He has no hesitation in sacrificing his life for the good of Rama. Service to Rama was his supreme mott. His dedication and devotion to Lord Rama is remarkable in the history of mankind. He was born in the monkey race as the son of Anjana and Kesari. Anjana had the blessings of Pavan Dev (the Wind God) and for that reason he is known as Pavan Sut or Pavan Putra (son of Wind God). The word 'Hanu' means 'jaw'. Thus the word 'Hanuman' means one with a thick jaw. According to the scriptures Hanuman was short, stocky, and golden brown in color. As a child he leapt for the Sun. The King of Gods 'Indra' used his 'Vajra' to stop little Hanuman. He fell down on a hill and broke his jaw. Thence forth he was known as 'Hanuman' the 'one with a thick jaw'.
As a character, Hanuman represents a perfect man of education and culture, proficient, efficient and ever a go getter. Nothing seems to be impossible for him. He is one of the seven 'Chiranjivis', those who are said to live for ever. He is thought to be present in this world with us even today. His character demonstrates that nothing is impossible to achieve if one sets a goal and does not deviate from it. He shows that our spiritual development is initiated by a single pointed devotion to God. He who always thinks of the supreme becomes great. Absolute surrender to God is the secret of great
HANUMAN-VANDANA MANOJAVAMMARUT TULYA VEGAN JITAINDRIYAM BUDDHI MATAAM VARISHTHAM VAAT AATMAJAM VAANAR YOOTH MUKHYAM SHRI RAM DOOTAM SHARANAM PRAPADYAI
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GODDESS MINAKSHI DEVI मीनाक्षी देवी
Goddess Parvati incarnated herself as a mortal, reigned as the Pandyan Princess, wedded Lord Shiva and performed 64 miracles for the devotees. Her trousseau is exhibited in the best bourgeois fashion: golden saris, emeralds and rubies, and gem studded crowns. Her dowry included mountains of sugary sweetmeats overlaid with beaten silver. Meenakshi means one with the eyes of meen (fish). She stands with a parrot and a bouquet, radiating love and compassion. The sublime grace of the divine mother and her infinite mercy are beyond description.
The shrine of Meenakshi Devi is a replica from the famous temple in the ancient city of Madurai, situated in Tamilnadu state of India. The present temple was constructed by Tirumala Nayak, who ruled the Pandya kingdom from 1623 to 1659 A.D. The Meenakshi temple complex in Madurai occupies an area of 16 acres. It has massive walls and tall towers. The tallest tower is 169 feet high south tower.
Madurai is a well planned city where festivals for Meenakshi Devi are celebrated throughout the year. Most important festivals are in the month of Chaitra mid April to mid May), shravan (mid August to mid September) and thai (mid January to mid February). Chaitra purnima, the full moon day of Chaitra, is believed to be her wedding anniversary and is considered to be most auspicious.
अम्बा भजामि, Tiga 4 H I त्रिपुराम्बा भजामि, शारदाम्वा भजामि ।
Ambaam bhajaami, Jagadambaam bhajaami; Tripuraambaam bhajaami, Shaaradaambaam
bhajaami.
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Himalayan Mountains, who worshipped the mother with utmost devotion.
GODDESS DURGA DEVI दुर्गा देवी
सर्व मङ्गल माङ्गल्ये शिवे सर्वार्थ साधिके । शरण्ये त्र्यम्बके गौरि । नारायणि नमोऽस्तुते ।।
Goddess Durga devi is described in the scriptures as old as Rig-Veda, Yajur-Veda, and Taittiriya Upanishad as "DURGA", the divine protectress of all living creatures against the peril of evil and destructive forces, and the defender of the heavens against the onslaught of demons. She is also worshipped as "Mahakali, Chandi, Gouri" and by a thousand other names.
One of the ancient narrative literature entitled "Markandeya Purana" narrates the glory of the goddess in her spectacular victory in heaven-shaking battles against the inveterate demons. The most widely worshipped form is " Mahishasura Mardhini", the destroyer of the demon who took the disguise of a buffalo. In this form, Durga Devi was worshipped by the heroes of two great Indian epics, the Mahabharata and the Ramayana, In Ramayan, Lord Rama worshipped Durga Devi to seek the power for his conquest of Lanka from the Demon king Ravana who had kidnapped his wife Sita. In Mahabharat, Lord Krishna advised the eldest of the Pandava brothers, Yudhishthir, to invoke the blessings of Durga Devi, at the start of the battle of Kurukshetra. Thus, we can see that in both epics, the victory of "truth" over "evil" is indirectly attributed to the blessings of Durga Devi. In our times, the great celebrations of "Dussera" in the month of October, accompanied by worship of Durga Devi, is the reenactment of Lord Rama's worship and victory with the goddess's blessings.
Mother "Shakti" also worshipped as "Kali", the Dark Form, symbolizes the eternal force holding the past, the resent and the future or "Maha Kal" together. Goddess Durga is also worshipped regularly in various forms and callings, such as "Jagat-dhatri", the deliveress of the world, as the goddess with four arms, sitting on a lion; "Annapurna", the munificent goddess, or Lord Shiva's consort, "Parvati" the daughter of the Himalayas, "Chandi" or "Chamunda Devi", also called "Chhinnamasta" in Haryana, and known as "Kamakhya Devi" in Assam.
The inherent "power" of the Trinity is the primeaval feminine power "Adya-Shakti" (Cosmic energy) or "Bhavani" mother soul of the universe). The great sages variously explained this relationship as the inseparable properties or ideas, like water and its fluidity, like mild and its whiteness, like gems and their glow like the oceans and its waves. This inseparable identity of the goddess Shakti with the Parama-Brahman is implied in her being called "Chandi" or "Chamunda-Devi" (which in Sanskrit means Chit Shakti, or the power of the supreme soul beyond the bounds of time and space). She is also worshipped as "Narayanee", the intrinsic power of "Narayan" or Lord Vishnu. Calling Shakti as "Katyayani" reminisces her appearance in the hermitage of the very ancient sage name Katyayan in the
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सर्वस्वरूपे सर्वेशे सर्वशक्तिसमन्विते । भयेयसाहि नो देवि दुर्गे देवि नमोऽस्तु ते ॥
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LAKSHMI NARAYAN
लक्ष्मी नारायण
Lakshmi is the goddess of wealth and the consort of Lord Vishnu, or Narayan, who represents the power of sustenance. In order to sustain life, one must possess wealth. Wealth in this context does not only mean money, it also includes the nobler values of life, the power of the mind, intellect, moral and ethical qualities etc. which constitute the spiritual wealth. According to a story in the Bhagwat Purana, the Gods (Devas) and the demons (Asuras) churned the ocean of milk (Kshirsagar) for obtaining the nectar (Amrit). One of the precious things that came out of the ocean was Goddess Lakshmi. The emergence of Lakshmi represents two things. The "churning of ocean" implies that one needsred intense efforts (Purushartha) to acquire material or spiritual wealth. Also, the emergence of Lakshmi from the ocean symbolizes the creation and development of ethical and cultural values of life in one's bosom when one's pure (satwik) mind is churned by the process of reflection and contemplation upon the higher self.
Lord Narayan is one of the trinity (Brahma, Vishnu, and Mahesh) representing the Power of Sustenance. He is the one who manifests himself in the world among mankind at appropriate eras in the form of various incarnations to rid life of its evil propensities and to make the world ready for greater evolution.
Traditionally, he is described as blue in color, clothed in yellow, wearing a crown, and standing upon a lotus divine. He has four hands and he holds in them the Conch (Shankha), the Discus (Chakra), the Mace (Gada), and Lotus (Padma). Every one of these represents a significant symbol very scientifically employed to indicate that Narayan is none other than the Divine mighty self which is the "Changeless Center" around all changes, the "Imperishable Essence" in the midst of all the perishable finite things.
The "hand that holds the conch" is symbolized as the intellect (buddhi), the "hand that holds the Discus" as the ego, "that which holds the Mace" as the mind (manas), and "that which holds the Lotus" as the
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consciousness (Chitta). The discriminating intellect gives us the call and points out a more rewarding way-of-life, and in case we ignore this silent whisper of the heart and plunge into a life of extrovertedness, the mind gives endless knocks to that personality. If even then, we are not able to realize our folly and withdraw our selves from the dissipating ways of living, the arrogant ego fattened by these stupidities of the mind in revolt against the intellect, ultimately drives the individual to its total doom.
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Blue is the color of Infinity. Whatever is immeasurable can appear to the mortal eye only as blue; thus a cloudless summer sky is blue to us. The yellow represents the earth. Anything that is buried in the earth gathers a yellowish hue, and in fire, earth (mud, silica) glows yellowish. Thus, Sri Narayan represents the immeasurable, all-pervading reality (blue color) clothed in earthy matter (yellow color), meaning Sri Narayan is the Infinite clothed in matter. He is the Infinity expressed through a finite form.
विष्णु-वन्दना
शान्ताकार भुजगशयनं पद्मनाभ सुरेश विश्वा धारं गगन सदृशं मेघवर्ण शुभाङ्गम् । लक्ष्मी कान्तं कमल नयनं योगिर्भिान गम्यं वन्दे विष्णु भव भय हर सर्व लोकैक नायम्
SHANTA KARAM BHUJAG SHAYANAM PADMA NABHAM SURESHAM SHIKWAA DHAARAM GAGAN SADRISHAM MEGH VARNAM SHUBHANGAM LAKSHMI KÁNTAM KAMAL NAYANAM YOGIBHIR DHYAN GAMYAM VANDEY VISHNUM BHAW BHAY HARAM SARV LOKAIK NÄTHAM
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MAHAVIR SWAMI महावीर स्वामी
Karnataka. These temples are popular today, not only as famous pilgrim spots, but also as works of great architecture.
Lord Mahavir was the twenty fourth and last Tirthankar of the Jain religion. According to the Jain philosophy, all Tirthankars were born as human beings but they attained a state of perfection or enlightenment through meditation and self realization. They are the Gods of Jains. Tirthankars are also know as Arihants or Jinas. This nomenclature is explain below;
Tirthankar - One who establishes the four fold order (Monk, Nun, Layman and Laywoman) of religion?
Arihant - One who destroys his inner enemies like anger, greed, passion, ego etc.
श्री मंगलदीवो Jina-One who conquers his inner enemies like anger, greed, passion, ego, etc. The followers of Jina are knows as Jains.
दीवो रे दीवो प्रभु मांगलिक दीवो Mahavir was born in 599 BC in a village called Kunda in
आरती ऊतारण वह चिरंजीवो ॥ दीवो Bihar, his father Siddhartha was an important nobleman सोहामण घेर पर्व दीवाली ॥ दीवो from the Kshatriya dynasty. His mother's name was
अंम्बर खेले अमरावाली ॥ दीवो Trishala. Mahavir was named Vardhaman by his
दीपाल भणे अने कुल अजवाली parents, and showed signs of spiritualism from his early भावे भक्ते विघ्न निवारी ॥ दीवो days. At the age of 5, he was sent to a Gurukul to study
दीपाल भणे तेने ओ कलीकाले
आरती ऊतारी राजा कुमार पाले।। दीवो Sanskrit and became a great scholar.
अम धर मांगल्कि तुम घेर मांगलिक
मांगलिक चतुर विधि संघने होजो ॥ He traveled far and wide, expanding his knowledge and
दीवो subsequently his perceptions of the world at large. And then, one day he attained 'Kaivalya' or enlightenment
DEEVO RE DEEVO while sitting under a tree on the banks of a river. Henceforth he was to be known as Mahavir, as he was freed from the boundaries of sadness and joy, pain and Deevo re deevo prabhu pleasure. His teachings were greatly appreciated in
mangalika deevo
Aarati utharine bahu chiransivo; North India for 30 years, and had in its following, the
Soharano ghera parva Diwali, King of Magadha. He preached that truth and clean
Ambara khele amara-wali:
Dipala bhane aney kula ajuwali, living were the priorities in life, as was non-violence. Till
Bhave bhagate vighana niwari; today, Jains do not even harm a fly or a mosquito. Many Dipala bhani aney ye kali-kaale followers tie a cloth around their nose, so as not to
Aarati utari raja Kumaarpaale; breathe in or destroy living organisms in the
Ama ghere mangalika thuma
ghere mangalika, atmosphere.
Mangalika chaturvidha sangha ne
hojo. He died in 527 BC at Parapuri in Bihar, and left behind a legacy of thought and some beautiful temples like the Dilwara in Mt. Abu, Rajasthan and Shravanbelagola in
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SRINATHJI श्रीनाथ जी
When Lord Krishna was seven years old, he took the form of Shrinath Ji. He lifted Govardhana mountain (near his birth place Mathura) with his little finger and Govardhan swaroop (form) came into existence. The Vaishnavas (those who worshipped Lord Vishnu) became the followers of Govardhanath, later migrated to Nathdwara in Rajasthan and established Lord Krishna as Shrinath Ji. The subsect "Pushtimargiya Vaishnavas" worship Shrinath Ji.
Shrinath Dhama is situated in the middle of outher four Dhamas (main places of pilgrimage). These Dhamas are Badri Nath in the north, Rameshwaram or Rangnath in the south, Jagannath in the east and Dwarika Nath in the west. Due to its location, Shrinath Ji is very popular in Rajasthan, Gujrat, Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra.
Shrinath Ji's form (swaroop) is black. He is in a standing form with Govardhana mountain in the background. His right hand is closed in a fist resting on his waist. It signifies that he has captured all sins in his hand and he is ready to relieve us of all our evils. His left hand is raised as if he is inviting all of his followers with the message "I am ready to relieve you of all the life's miseries!"
As time wore on, Shrinath Ji adopted seven different swaroops (forms). Nonetheless, the vaishnavas predominantly worship the main Shrinath Ji swaroop.
ॐ मात्रे नमः
वासुदेव सुतं देवं कंस
चाणूरमर्दनम्
देवकी परमानन्दं कृष्णं वन्दे
जगद्गुरुम् II
VASUDEV SUTAM DEVAM KANS CHAUR MARDANAM
DEVKI PARMANANDAM KRISHNAM VANDEY JAGAGURUM
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I salute Lord Krishna, the world-teacher, son of Vasudev, destroyer
of Kans and Chanur, the supreme bliss of Deaki
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SHIV PARIVAR
Lord Shiva
LH: fare
TEU : ॐ शम्भवे नमः ।
JOM NAMAH SHIVAYA--- ¡OM SHANKARAAYA NAMAH ¡OM SHAMBHAVEY_NAMAHMY
DAANAMI
Shiva is one of the trimurthi (Trinity) - Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva, respectively incharge of the creation, sustenance and destruction of the world. He is known by many other names in the various parts of India. Shankar, Mahadev, Mahesh, Shiv Shankar, Bhole Nath are some of his popular names. He has his abode on Kailash mountain and is also know as Kailashpati.
He is depicted in Yoga Mudra performing Samadhi. He has a drum and Trishul, the Trident next to him. He wears Vaghambar (the tiger skin) around his waist, and Rudraksha garland and snakes around his neck. Holy river Ganga is said to have been locked up in his long matted hair to break the destructive power of her torrential flow. It was later released by him for the benefit of mankind.
The matted hair proclaims the length and intensity of his Tapasya (meditation). The Cobra around his neck signifies that even the most poisonous desires are subdued by a yogi. One who has identified himself with the Supreme, has gone beyond all the effects of matter relating to his sense organs and has become immune even to the deadliest of the poisons. The third eye in the midst of the forehead represents the concentration of Jnana (knowledge) and absolute power to destroy Tama (evil). The blue color of the nect symbolizes the pervasiveness of Maya or Avidya up to the neck, and beyond the neck is the seat of Jnana leading to immortality. The ashes on his body symbolize that the body of which we are proud is ultimately bound to end up as ashes. The trident stands for Sama, Dama, and Vairagya which dispel and destroy the six weaknesses - Kama, Krodha, Lobha, Moha, Mada, and Matsara (passion, anger, covetousness, attachment, arrogance and jealousy) which pull us down. By directing the trident against these weaknesses, and winning over them one can attain the Moksha or liberation. The tiger skin apparel stands for Vairagya (renunciation). Shiva's half closed eyes while in meditation, signify a yogi's detachment even in the midst of a material world.
शिव-वन्दना वन्दे शम्भुमुमापतिं सुरगुरुं वन्दे जगत्कारणं वन्दे पत्रग भषणं मृगधरं वन्दे पशनां पतिम् । वन्दे सूर्य शशाङ्क वहिनयनं वन्दे मुकुन्द प्रियं वन्दे भक्त जना श्रयं च वरदं वन्दे शिवं शङ्करम् ॥
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SHIV-VANDANA VANDEY SHAMBHU MUMAPATIM SURGURUM VANDEY JAGAT KARNAM VANDEY PANNAG BHOOSHANAM MRIGDHARAM VANDEY PASHOONAM PATIM VANDEY SURYA SHASHANK VANHI NAYANAM VANDEY MUKUND PRIYAM VANDEY BHAKTA JANAASHRAYAM CH VARADAM VANDEY SHIVAM SHANKARM
the first self-revelation of the Absolute, the male being the personification of passive aspect, the female being the activating energy, shakti or universl power. Goddess Parvati represents this universal power. The goddess is also known Annapurna meaning the bestower of food, Anna. The food here has a wider meaning and includes all material object/wealth with are food for five sense organs. The goddess is endowed with different types of food that she provides to her devotees.
PARVATI DEVI
NANDI.
Parvati Devi also known as Girija, Uma or Bhavani is the consort of Lord Shiva. She is the daughter of Himvan, the king of mountains. In her previous life she was born as Sati, daughter of king Daksha. She took her own life during an Yajna (fire worship) performed by her father king Daksha because he did not invite her and her husband to the Yajna and insulted Lord Shiva. When she was born as daughter of Himvan, she performed Tapasya to marry Lord Shiva. During her Tapasya, she lived for many years on leaves and was given the name Aparna.
Nandi the bull is conceived as the vahana, or the vehicle of Lord Shiva. In Shiva temples, Nandi is always placed in front of the chief shrine or just outside it, with its head turned away from the deity but the gaze fixed on it. It is interpreted as jivatman, the individual soul, with its animal nature pulling it away from the god, but his grace pulling the jivatman back to him. Nandi's two horns symbolize tama (non apprehension of Reality) and rajas (misapprehension of reality). Thus bull is a symbol for the extrovert man. Shiva, the self rides the bull. In Sanskrit, Nandi also means one who is full and happy. Only a perfect man or a realized soul can enjoy fullness and complete happiness. Nandi thus proves to be a symbol of the perfect man who has completely purified the mind and intellect and has sought identity with the self.
Parvati represents prakriti, the matter. The power of destruction has to be associated with destructible matter. In other words destruction ceases to have any meaning without destructible objects. The god of destruction Lord Shiva, therefore chose Parvati or Uma as his consort. The God and Goddess are
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JAI JAGDISH HAREY जय जगदीश हरे
JAI JAGDEESH HAREY, SWAMI JAI JAGDEESH HAREY BHAKT JANON KE SANKAT, KSHAN MAIN DOOR KAREY JO DHYAAVAI PHAL PAAVAI, DUKH VINSAI MAN KA SUKH SAMPATI GHAR AAVAI, KASHT MITAI TAN KA MAATU PITTA TUM MERAI, SHARAN GAHOON MAIN KISSKEE TUM BIN AUR NA DOOJA, AAS KAROON MAIN JISKEE TUM POORAN PARMATM, TUM ANTARYAAMEE PAAR BRAHM PARMESHWAR, TUM SAB KE SWAMI TUM KARUNAA KAI SAAGAR, TUM PAALAN KARTAA MAIN SEVAK TUM SWAMI, KRIPAAA KARO BHARTAA TUM HO EK AGOCHAR, SAB KE PRAN PATI KIS VIDHI MILOON DAYAAMAY, TUM SE MAIN KUMATI DEEN BANDHU DUKH HARTAA, TUM RAKSHAK MEREY APNEY HAST UTHAAO, DWAAR PAREE MAIN TERE VISHAY VIKAAR MITAAO, PAAP HARO DEVAA SHRADDHA BHAKTI BADHAO, SANTAN KI SEVA TAN MAN DHAN SAB HAI TERM, SWAMI SAB KUCHH HAI TERAA TERA TUJHKO ARPAN, KYA LAGEY MERA
TWAMEV MATA CH PITA TWAMEV, TWAMEV BANDHUSH CH SAKHA TWAMEV TWAMEV VIDYA DRAVINAM TWAMEV, TWAMEV SARVAM MAM DEV DEV KAPUR GAURAM KARUNAVTARAM, SADA VASANTAM HRIDYARVRINDE SANSARSARM BEUJGENDRAHHARAM, BHAVAM BHAVANI SAHITAM NAMAAM
ॐ जय जगदीश हरे. स्वामी जय जगदीश हरे । भक्त जनन के संकट, क्षण में दूर कर ।। ॐ । जो ध्यावे फल पावे, दुख विनसे मन का । । सुख सम्पति घर आवे, कष्ट मिटे तन का ।। मातु पिता तुम मेरे, शरण गहूं मैं किसकी । तुम बिन और न दुजा, आस करूँ मैं जिसकी ।।। तुम पूरण परमात्म, तुम अन्तर्यामी । पार बह परमेश्वर, तुम सबके स्वामी । तुम करुणा के सागर, तुम पालन कर्ता । मैं सेवक तुम स्वामी, कृपा करो भर्ता ।। तुम हो एक अगोचर, सबके प्राणपती । किस बिधि मिलू दयामय, तुमसे मैं कुमती । दीनबन्धु दुश्वहर्ता, तुम रक्षक मेरे । अपने हस्त उठाओ, द्वार पडी मैं तेरे ।। विषय विकार मिटाओ, पाप हरो देवा । श्रद्धा भक्ति बढ़ाओ, सन्तन की सेवा ।। तन मन धन सब है तेरा, स्वामी सब कुछ है तेरा।। तेरा तुझको अर्पण, क्या लागे मेरा ?
त्वमेव माता च पिता त्वमेव, त्वमेव बन्धुच सरवा त्वमेव । त्वमेव विद्या च द्रविणं त्वमेव, त्वमेव सर्व मम दव देव ॥ कर्पूरगौरं करुणावतारं संसारसारं भुजगेन्द्रहारम् । सदा वसन्तं हृदयारविन्दे भवं भवानीसहितं नमामि ॥
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JAI JAI SHRI JAMUNA MA 121 JOTA JANAM SUDHARYO (2) DHANYA DHANYA SHRI YAMUNA JAI JAI ... SHAMALDI SURAT MA MURAT MADHURI(2) PREM SAHIT PATRANI(2) PARAKRAME PURA... JAI JAI... GHEVAR VAN CHALYA MA GAMBHIRE GHERYA(2) CHUNDADIYE CHATKALA(2), PAHERYA NE LAHERYA ... JAI JAI ... BHUJ KANKANA RUDA MA GUJARIYA CHUDI(2) BAJU BANDHA NE BERKHA(2), PONCHI RATNA JADI... JAI JAI... ZANZAK NE ZAMKE MA, VINCHHIYA NE THAMKE (2) NRUPUR NE NADE MA[2), GHUGHARI NE GHAMKE ... JAI JAI... SOLE SHANGAR SAJYA MA, NAKUESAR MOTI (2) ABHARNA MA OPO CHHO(2) DARPANA MUKH JOTA... JAI JAI ... TAT ANTAR RUDA MA, SHOBHIT JAI BHRIYA(2) MAN VANCHHIT MURLIDHAR, SUNDIR VARVARIYA ... JAI JAI ...
LAL KAMAL LAPTANA JOVA NE GJATA(2) KAHE MADHAN PARIKRAMA(2) VRAJ NI KARVA NE GYATA ... JAI JAI. YAMUNAJI NI ARTI VISHRAM GHATE THAY(2) TETRISH KAROD DEVTA(2), DARSHAN KARVA JAI ... JAI JAI ...
YAMUNAJI NI ARTI JE KOI GASHE ME, JE BHAVE GASHE TENA JANAM JANAM NA PADO12) SAGHALA DUR THASHE ... JAI JAI
AATIL VINATI MA, TUM SHARNE RAKHO(2) DAS KARI NE STHAPO(2), VRAJ MA VAS AAPO ... JAI JAI...
જય જય શ્રી યમુના માં ... (૨) જોતાં જનમ સુધાર્યો (૨) ધન્ય ધન્ય શ્રી યમુના ...જય જય શામલડી સુરત માં મુરત માધુરી મા (ર) પ્રેમ સહિત પટરાણી (૨) પરાકમે પુરાં મા (ર) ...જય જય ઘેવર વન ચાલ્યાં માં ગંભીર ઘેર્યા મા (ર). ચુંદડીએ ચટાળો મા (૨) પહેર્યા ને માં ...જય જય ભુજ કંકણ રૂડા માં, ગુજરીયા ચુડી માં (૨) બાજુ બંધને બેરખાં (૨) પહોંચી રત્નજડીમાં ...જય જય ઝાંઝર નેઝમખે માં, વિછીયાને ઠમખે મા (૨) નૂપુરને નાદે માં, (ર) ઘુઘરીને ધમકે મા ... જય જય સોળે શણગાર સજવા માં, નકવેસર મોતી માં (ર) આભરણમાં ઓપો છો (૨) દરપણું મુખ જોતાં માં ...જય જય તટ અંતર રૂડામાં શોભિત જળ ભરીયાં મા (૨) મનવાંછિત મુરલીધર સંદરવર વરીયાં માં ...જય જય લાલ કમળ લપટાણાં, જોવાને ગ્યાંતાં માં (૨) કહે માધવ પરિક્રમા (૨) વ્રજની કરવાને ગ્યાતાં માં ...જય જય યમુનાજીની આરતી વિશ્રામ ઘાટે થાય મા (૨) તેત્રીસ કરોડ દેવતા (૨) દર્શન કરવા જાય માં ...જય જય યમુનાજીની આરતી જે કોઈ ગાસે માં જે ભાવે ગાશે તેના જનમ જનમના પાપો (૨) સઘળાં દૂર થાશે માં ...જય જય આટલી વિનંતી માં તુમ શરણે રાખો (૨) દાસ કરીને સ્થાપી (૨) વ્રજમાં વાસ આપો
માં વ્રજમાં વાસ આપો જય જય
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AARTE SHIV JI KI आरती शिावजी की
जय शिव ओंकारा जय शिव ओंकारा र ब्रह्मा विष्णु सदाशिव अख़्गी धारा ॥
एकानन चतुरानन पश्चानन राजे । हंसासन गरुड़ासन वृषभासन साजै ॥ जै शिव.
दो भुज चार चतुर्भुज दशभुज अति सौहे । तीनों रूप निरखता त्रिभुवन जन मोहे ॥ जै शिव,
अक्षमाला वनमाला रुंडमाला धारी । चन्दन मृगमद चन्दा भाले शुभकारी ॥ जै शिव.
श्वेताम्बर पीताम्बर बाघम्बर अंगे । सनकादिक प्रभूतादिक भूताधिक संग ॥ जै शिव.
कर मध्ये कमंडल चक्र त्रिशूल धरता । जग कर्ता जग भर्ता जग संहार कर्ता ॥ जै शिव.
बमा विष्णु सदाशिव जानत अविवेका । प्रणव अक्षरनुमध्ये ये तीनों एका ॥ जै शिव.
त्रिगुण स्वामी जी की आरती जो कोई नर गावै कहत शिवानन्द स्वामी मन वांछित फल पावे ॥ जै शिव
JAI SHIV ONKÁRÁ, HAR JAI SHIV ONKÁRA BRAHMA VISHNU SADÁSHIV ARDHÁNGI DHARÁ EKANAN CHATURANAN PANCHANAN RAAJE HANSÁSAN, GARUDASAN, VRISHABHÁSAN SÁAJE ...JAI SHIV DO BHUJ CHÁR CHATURBHUJ DASHBHUJ ATI SOHEY TEENO ROOP NIRAKHTA TRIBHUVAN JAN MOHEY ...JAI SHIV
AKSHMÁLÁ VANMÁLÁ RUNDMÁLÁ DHÁRI CHANDAN MRIGMAD CHANDA BHÁLÉ SHUBHKÁRI ... JAI SHIV SWÉTAMBAR PEETAMBER BAGHAMBAR ANGEY SANKADIK PRABHUTÁDIK BHOOTAADHIK SANGE ... JAI SHIV
KAR MADHYÉ KAMANDAL CHAKRA TRISHOOL DHARTA JAG KARTA JAG BHARTA JAG SANHÁR KARTÁ ...JAI SHIV BRAHMA VISHNU SADÁSHIV JANÁT AVIVEKA PRANAVÁKSHAR ANUMADHYE YEH TEENO EKA ....JAI SHIV
TRIGUN SWAMUI KI AARTI JO KOEE NAR GAAVÉ KAHAT SHIVANAND SWAMI MAN VANCHHIT PHAL
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RAM CHANDRA
KRIPALU BHAJU MAN
रामचन्द्र कृपालु भजु मन
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श्री रामचन्द्र कृपालु भजु मन हरण भव भय दारुणम् नव कंज लोचन कंज मुख कर कंज पद कंजारुणम् ॥ कन्दर्प अगणित अमित छवि नवनील नीरद सुन्दरम् 1 पटपीत मानहु तड़ित रुचि शुचि नौमि जनक सुतावरम् 11 भजु दीनबन्धु दिनेश
दानव दैत्यवंश निकन्द्रनम् 1 रघुनन्द आनन्दकन्द कौशलचन्द दशरथ नन्दनम् उदार अंग विभूषणम् ॥ आजानुभुज शरचापधर संग्राम जित खर दूषणम् इति वदति तुलसीदास शंकर शेष मुनि मन रंजनम् 1 मम हृदय-कंज निवास कुरु कामादि खल दल गंजनम् ॥
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Aarti shri kunjbehari ki श्री कुन्जबिहारी जी
आरती कुन्जबिहारी की, गिरधर कृष्ण मुरारी की । गले में वैजन्ती माला, बजावे मुरली मधुर बाला ॥ श्रवर्ण में कृण्डल झल काला, नन्द के आनन्द नन्दलाला ॥ नैनन बीच, बसहि उर बीच, सरतिया रूप उजारी. की । गिरधर कृष्ण मुरारी की । आरती कृन्जबिहारी की । कनकमयं मोर मुकुट विल्से, देवता दरशन को तरसे । गगन से सुमन बहुत बरसे । बजत मुंह चंग और मृदंग ग्वालिन संग लाज रख गोप कुमारी की । गिरधर कृष्ण मुरारी की । आरती कुन्जबिगारी की ॥ जहाँ ते प्रकटी है गंगा । कलुष कलि हरनी श्री गंगा । धरी शिव शीश जटा के बीच राधिका गौर श्याम पटछोर की। छवि निरखें बनवारी की । गिरधर कृष्ण मुरारी की । आरती कन्जबिहारी की ।। चहुँदिशि गोपग्वाल धेनु । बाज रही जमुनातट बेनु, हँसंत मुख मन्द वरद सुख कन्द वृन्दावन चन्द टेर सुनि लेउ भिरवारी की । आरती कुन्जबिहारी की
Aarti Kunjbehari ki, Shri girdharkrishna murari ki Gale mee vaijaynti mala, Bajave murli madhur balaa Shravan Mee kundal jhal kalaa, Nand ke anand nand lalaa Nainan beech, Basihi ur beech, Surtiya Roop Ujari ki Girdhar Krishna Murariki, Aarti kunj behari kill Kanakmay mor mukut vilsae Devta darshan ko tarsae Gagan sae suman bahat barsae, Bajat murh chung aur mrodung gaulin sung Laaj rakh gope kumari ki Girdhar krishna murari ki, Aarti kun behari ki 11 Jahan sae pragti hai Gunga, Kalush kali harni Shri ganga. Dhari shiv sheesh jata kae beech radhika gaur Shyam patchaur ki, chabi nirkhe benhariki Girdhar Krishna murari ki, Aaarti kuni behari ki Chahudish gipgial dhenu, Beaj rehi Jamunatath benu Hansat Mukh mand varad sulch kand vrindavan Chand ter suti lau bhikari ki
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राम-वन्दला
राम-वन्दना
रामो राजमणिः सदा विजयते रामं रमेशं भजे रामेणाभिहता निशाचर चम् रामाय तस्मै नमः । रामान्नास्ति परायणं परतरं रामस्य दासोऽस्म्यहं रामे चित्तलयः सदा भवतु मे भो राम मामुद्धर ।।
RAMO RAJMANIH SADAA VIHAYATAI RAMAM RAMESHAM BHAJEY RAMENA ABHIHATAA NISHAACHAR CHAMOO RAMAAYA TASMAI NAMAH RAMANNASTI PARAAYANAM PARTARAM RAMASYA DAASOSMYAHAM RAMEY CHITTALAYAH SADDA BHAVATU MAI BHO RAM MAAMUDDHAR
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Parvati Aarti
पार्वती आरती
(जय पार्वती माता जय पार्वती माता, ब्रह्मा सनातन देवी शुभ फल की दाता । टेक अरिकुल पद्म विनासनि जय सेवक त्राता, जग जीवन जगदम्बा हरिहर गुण गाता । जय सिंह को वाहन साजे कृण्डल है साया, देव वधू जह गावत नृत्य करत ता था । जय सतयुग रूपशील अतिसुन्दर नामसती कहलाता, हेमांचल घर जन्मी सखियन रंगराता । जय शुम्भ निशुम्भ विदारे हेमाँचल स्याता, सहस्त्र भुज तनु धरिके चक्र लियो हाया । जय सृष्टि रूप तुही है जननी शिव संग रंगराता, नन्दी भुंगी बीन लही सारा मदमाता । जय देवन अरज करत हम चित को लाता, गावत दे दे ताली मन में रंग राता । जय श्री प्रताप आरती मैया की जो कोई गाता, सदासुखी नित रहता सुख सम्पत्ति पाता । जय
Jai parvati maata, jai parvati maata Brahma santan devi Shubh phol ki daata ll
Jai Parvati Maata Arikul padma vinashini jai sevak trata Jag jivan jagdamha hariher gun gaala II
Jai Parvati Maata Singh ko vahan saaje kindal jai saatha Der vadhu jah gavat nirtya karat ta tha II
Jai Parvati Maata Satyug rupshil ati sunder naamsati kahlata Hemanchall ghar janmi sakhiyan rangraata II
Jai Parvati Maata Shambhu nishambhu vidare hemanchal shyata Sahastra bhuj tanu dhati ke chakra liyo hatha Il
Jai Parvati Maata Sharsti Roop Tuhi Ho janni shiv Saug Rangraata Nandi Bhrangi been lahi saara madmata Il
Jai Parvati Maata Devan Aaraj karat hum chit ko laata Gavat de de tali maan mae rang raata Il
Jai Parvati Maata Shri pratap aarti maiya ki jo koi gaata Sadasukhi nit rahata sukh sampati paata II
Jai Parvati Maata
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SHRI MAHAVIR STUTI(AARTI)
महावीर स्तुतीआरती
'जय महावीर प्रभो, स्वामी जय महावीर प्रभो, जगनायक सुखदायक, अति गम्भीर भयो... ॐ जय महावीर प्रभो..... कुन्डल पुरमे जन्मे, त्रीशलार्क जाये, स्वामी त्रीशला के जाये पिता सिध्धार्थ राजा, सुर नर हर्षा ए ... ॐ जय महावीर दीनानाथ दयानिधि, है मंगलकारी, स्वामी है मंगलकारी जगहित संयम धारा, प्रभु पर उपकारी ... ॐ जय महावीर पापाचार मिटाया, सत्पय दिखलाया, स्वामी सत्पय दिखलाया दया धर्मका झंडा, जगमें लहराया ..ॐ जय महावीर अर्जुन माली गोतम, श्री चंदनबाला, स्वामी श्री चंदन बाला पार जगत से बेडा उनका कर दाला ... ॐ जय महावीर पावन नाम तुम्हारा, जग तारण हारा; स्वामी जग तारण हारा निसदिन जो नर ध्यावे, कष्ट मिटे सारा ... जय महावीर करुणा सागर तेरी, महिमां है न्यारी, स्वामी महिमा है न्यारी ज्ञान मुनी गुन गावे, चरणन् बलिहारी ॐ जय महावीर जय महावीर प्रभो स्वामी जय महावीर प्रभो, जगनायक सुख दायक, अति गम्भीर भयो ... ॐ जय महावीर
Om Jay Mahavir Prabhu, Swami Jay Mahavir Prabhu. Jagnayak sukhdayak, Ati gambhir bhayo. Om Jay Mahavir Prabhu! Kundalpur mae janme, Trishala ke jaye, Swami Trishala ke jaye, Pita Siddhartha Raja, Sur nar harshaye. Om Jay Mahavir Prabhu! Dinanath dayanidhi, Hai mangal kaari, Swami Hai mangal kaari, Jagheet saiyam dhaara, Prabhu pur upkaari. Om Jay Mahavir Prabhu! Paapachaar mitaya, Satpath dikhalaaya, Swami Satpath dikhalaaya, Daya dharm ka janda, jag me laharaaya. Om Jay Mahavir Prabhu!
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Arjun Maali Gautam, Shree Chandanbaala, Swami Shree Chandanbaala, Paar jaqat se beda, Unaka kar daala Om Jay Mahavir Prabhu! Paavan naam tumhara, Jag taaran haara, Swami Jag taaran haara, Nish din jo nar dhayave, Kashta mete saara. Om Jay Mahavir Prabhu! Karuna sagar teri, Mahima hai nyari Swami Mahima hai nyari, Gyan muni qun qave, Charanam Balihari. Om Jay Mahavir Prabhu!
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Om Jay Mahavir Prabhu!, Swami Jay Mahavir Prabhu, Jagnayak sukhdayak, Ali gambhir Bhayo.
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AARTI JAI LAKSHMI MÁTÁ आरती जय लक्ष्मी माता जय लक्ष्मी माता मैया जय लक्ष्मी माता । तुमको निशिदिन सेवत हर विष्णु धाता ॥ जय.
ब्रह्माणी रुद्राणी कमला, तू है जग दाता । सूर्य चन्द्रमा ध्यावत, नारद ऋषि गाता ॥ जय.
दुर्गा रूप निरंजन, सुख सम्पत्ति दाता । जो कोई तुमको ध्यावत, रिद्धि सिद्धि फल पाता ॥ जय.
मैया तू पाताल वसन्ती, तू है शुभ दाता । कर्म प्रभाव प्रकाशिका, जग निधि की दाता ॥ जय.
जिस घर तेरा बासा, उसी में गुण आता । जो चाहे सोड़ कर ले, मन नहिं घबराता ॥ जय.
तुम बिन यज्ञ न होवे, वस्त्र न कोई पाता । खान-पान वैभव का, तुम बिन को दाता ॥ जय.
शुभ गुण सुन्दर युक्ता, क्षीर निधि जाता । रतन चतुर्दश तो कूं कोई नहीं पाता ॥ जय.
आरती लक्ष्मी जी की जो कोई नर गाता । उर आनन्द अति उपजे पाप उतर जाता ॥ जय.
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JIS GHAR TERA BAASAA, USI MAIN GUN AATAA
JO CHAAHÉ SOI KAR LÉ, MAN NAHIN GHABRATAA.JAI... TUM BIN YAGYA NA HOVE, VASTR NA KOI PAATAA KHAN PAN VAIBHAV KA, TUM BIN KO DAATAA JAL.... SHUBH GUN SUNDER YUKTAA, KSHEER NIDHI JAATAA RATAN CHATURDASH TO KOON, KOI NAHIN PAATAA JAI..... AARTEE LAKSHMI JI KI, JO KOI NAR GAATA
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AARTI SATYA NARAYAN JÍ KÍ
सत्यनारायण आरती
जय लक्ष्मी रमणा, ॐ जयलक्ष्मी रमणा । सत्यनारायण स्वामी, जन पातक हरणा ॥ रत्न जड़ित सिंहासन, अदभूत छवि राजे । नारद कहत निरश्चन, घण्टा ध्वनि बाजे ।। प्रगट भये कलि कारण, द्विज को दर्श दियो । बुढा पंडित बन कर, कश्चन महल कियो । दुर्बल भील कराल, जिन पर कृपा करी । चन्द्रचूड़ एक राजा, जिनकी विपति हरी ॥ वैश्य मनोरथ पायो, श्रद्धा तज दीनी । सो फल भोग्यो प्रभु जी, फिर स्तुति कीनी ॥ भाव भक्ति के कारण, क्षण क्षण रूप धरो । श्रद्धा धारण कीनी, नित को काज सरो ॥ स्वाल बाल संग राजा, वन में भक्ति करी । मन वांछित फल दीनो, दीन दयाल हरी ॥ चढ़त प्रसाद सवाया, कदली फल मेवा । धूप दीप तुलसी से, राजा सत्यदेवा ॥ सत्यनारायण जी की आरती, जो कोई गावे । भजनदार मन सुख, मन वांछित फल पावे ॥
JAI LAKSHMI RAMANA, OM JAI LAKSHMI RAMANA SATYA NARAYAN SWAMI, JAN PAATAK HARANA RATN JADIT SIMHASAN, ADBHUT CHHABI RAJE NARAD KAHAT NIRANJAN, GHANTA DHWANI BAAJÉ PRAGAT BHAYEY KALI KARAN, DWIJ KO DARSH DIYO, BOODHA PANDIT BAN KAR, KANCHAN MAHAL KIYO DURBAL BHEEL KARAAL, JIN PAR KRIPAA KAREE CHANDRACHOOD EK RAAJAA JIN KI VIPATI HAREE VAISH MANORATH PAYO, SHRADDHA TAJ DEENEE SO PHAL BHOGYO PRABHUJI PHIR STUTI KEENEE BHAV BHAKTI KE KARAN, KSHAN KSHAN ROOP DHARI SHRADDHA DHARAN KEENEE, NIT KO KAAJ SARO GWAAL BAAL SANG RAJA, VAN MAIN BHAKTI KAREE MAN VAANCHHIT PHAL DEENO, DEEN DAYAAL HARI CHADHAT PRASAAD SAVAYAA KADALEE PHAL MEWAA DHOOP DEEP TULSI SÉ, RAJA SATYA DEVAA SATYA NARAYANJI KI AARTI, JO KOYEE GAAVEY BHAJANDAAR MAN SUKH, MAN VAANCHHIT PHAL PAAVEY
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Hanumanji Aarti आरती कीजै हनुमान
आरती कीजै हनुमान लला की । पर दुष्ट दल्न रघुनाथ कला की ॥ टेक जाके बल से गिरवार कापे ।
रोग-दोष जांके निकट न झाके ॥ आरती अंजनी पुत्र महा बल्दाई ।
सन्तन के प्रभु सदा सहाई ॥ आरती दे बीड़ा रघुनाथ पठाये ।
लंका जारि सिया सुधि लाये ॥ आरती लंका सो कोट समुद्र सी खाई ।
जात पवन सुत बार न लाई ॥ आरती लंका जारि असुर संहारे ।
सियारामजी के काज संवारे ॥ आरती लक्ष्मण मूर्छित परे सकारे ।।
आनि संजीवन प्रान उबारे ॥ आरती पैठि पताल तोरि जम-कारे ।
अहिरावन की भुजा उखारे ॥ आरती बांये भुजा असुर दल मारो ।
दाहिने भुजा संतजन तारे ॥ आरती सुर नर मुनी आरती उतारें ।
जै जै जै हनुमान उचारें ॥ आरती कंचन थार कपूर ओ बाती ।
आरती करत अंजना माई ॥ आरती जो हनुमान जी की आरती गावै ।
बसि बैकुण्ठ परमपदं पावै ॥ आरती
Aarati Kije Hanuman lalaki,
Dusht dalan Raghunath kala ki !! Jake bal son girivar kanpe,
Rog dosh jake nikat na jhanke Il Anjani putra maha bal dayi,
Santan ke prabhu sada sahayi Il De vira Raghunath pathaye,
Lanka jari siya sudhi laye II Lanka so koti samudra si khai,
Jat Pavan sut bari na lai Il Lanka jari asur sanhare,
Siyaram ji ke kaj sanbhare !! Lakshman murchhit pare sakare,
Lai sajivan pran ubare II Painth patal tori jam kare,
Ahiravan ke bhuja ukhare Il Banye bhuja asur sanhare,
Dahine bhuja sant jan tare | Sur nar muni Aarati utaren
Jai Jai Jai Hanuman ucharen II Kanchan thal kapur aur bati
Aarati karat Anjana Maill Jo Hanuman Ji ki Aarati gave
Basi vaikunth param pada pave II Aarati kije Hanuman lala ki,
Dusht dalan Raghunath kala ki Il
हनुमान-वन्दना मनोजवं मारुत तुल्यवेगं जितेन्द्रियं बुद्धिमतां वरिष्ठम् । वातात्मजं वानर यूथ मुखयं श्री रामदूतं शरणं प्रपद्ये ॥
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Shree Amba Matani Aarti
Rame ram ramadya (2) Ravan rodya ma...Om jayo jayo...
શ્રી અંબાજીની આરતી
Eakadashi aagivayras, Katyayni kama ma (2) Kamdurga kalika (2) Shyama ne rama... Om jayo jayo...
Barse bala rup bahuchari, Amba ma (2) Baluk bhairav sohe (2) Tara chhe tuj ma...Om jayo jayo...
Tarse tulaja rup. Tame taruni mata ma (2) Bhahma, Vishnu, Sadasiv (2) Guna tara gata...Om jayo layo...
Choudashe chouda rupa, Chandi chamunda ma (2) Bhav bhokti kai aapo (2) Sinhavahini mato...Om jayo jayo...
Puname kumbha bharyo, Ma sambharjo katuna ma (2) Vasishtha dave vakhanya, Markand dave vakhanya, Gai shubh kavita...Om jayo jayo...
Sanvat sore sattavan, Sorase bavisha ma 121 Sanvat sore pragatya (2) Reva ne tire...Om jayo jayo...
Trambavati nagari ma rupavati nagari ma manchhavati nagari (2) Sor sahatrya Iya sohiye (2) Kshama karo gauri...Om jayo jayo..
Shivshakti ni aarti, Je koi gashe, Ma je bhave gashe Bhane shivanand swami (2) Sukh sampati thashe, Har kailashe jashe. Ma amba dukh harashe...Om jayo jayo...
Bhavna janu, Bhakti no janu, Nava janu seva
Ma nava janu seva, Bhola bhavani ne Shajata (2) Bhav sagartar so...Om jayo jayo...
Jai aadhya shakti ma, Jai aadhya shakti Akhand brahmand ni pavya (2) Padave pandit ma Om jayo jayo ma jagadambe
Mano mandap lal gulal, Shobha bahu sari ma (2) Aangan kukkad nache (2) Jay bahuchar bali...Om jayo jayo...
Duitiya bau swarup, Shiv shakti janu ma (2) Brahma ganapati gaau (2) Har gaau har ma... Om jayo jayo...
Ae ve aek swarup, Antar nav dharasho ma (2) Bhatt vallabh ne tarya (2) Aeva aamane taro...Om jayo jayo....
Trutiya tran swarup, Tribhuvan ma betha ma Traya thaki taraveni (2) Tame laraveni ma...Om jayo jayo...
Tarse tulaja rup, Tame taruni mata ma (2) Bhahma, Vishnu, Sadasiv (2) Guna tara gata...Om jayo jayo...
Chothe chatura mahalaxmi ma, Sachara char tyapya ma Char bhuja chau disha (2) Prasetya dakshinma Om jayo jayo ma jagadambe
Choudashe chouda rupa, Chandi chamunda ma (2) Bhav bhakti kai dapo (2) Sinhavahini mata...Om jayo jayo...
Panchame panch rushi, Pancham gun podma ma (2) Panch sahatra tyan sohiye (2) Panche tatvo ma Om jayo jayo..
Puname kumbha bharyo, Ma sambharjo katuna ma (2) Vasishtha dave vakhanya, Markand dave vakhanya, Gai shubh kavita... Om jayo jayo...
Shashthi tu narayani, Mahishasur maryo ma (2) Narnari na rupe (2) Vyapya saghare ma ... Om jayo jayo... Saptami sapto patar, Savitri sandhoma (2) Gau ganga gayatri (2) Gauri gita ma...Om jayo jayo...
Sanvat sore sattavan, Sorase bavisha ma (2) Sanvat sore pragolya (2) Reva ne lire...Om jayo jayo...
Aoshthami aashta bhuja, Aai ananda ma (2) Surivar manivar janmya (2) Dev daityo ma... Om jayo jayo...
Trambavati nagari ma rupavati nagari ma manchhavati nagari (2) Sor sahatrya tya sohiye (2) Kshama karo gauri...Om jayo jayo...
900T Taqata
Navami Mavakul nag, Seve navadurga ma (2) Navarati na pujan, Shivaratri na aarchan, Kitha hara bhahma...Om jayo jayo...
Shivshakti ni aarti, Je koi gashe, Maje bhave gashe Bhane shivanand swami (2) Sukh sampati thashe, Har kailashe jashe. Ma amba dukh harashe...Om jayo jayo...
Deshami dash aawatar, Jai vijaya dashami ma (2)
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જય આદ્યા શકિત મા, જય આદ્યા શકિતઃ (ર) અખંડ બ્રહ્માંડ નીપાવ્યાં (૨) પડવે પ્રગટ્યાં મા. જયો જયો .. દિતિયા બેય સ્વરૂપ, શિવ શકિત જાણુ મા શિવ (૨) ભૂકા ગણપતિ ગાયે (૨) હર ગાયે હર માં. જયો જયો .. તૃતિયા ત્રણ સ્વરૂપ, ત્રિભુવનમાં બેઠો. મા. ત્રિભુવન. (૨) ગયા થકી તરવેણી (ર) તું તરવેણી મા. જયો જયો ... ચોથે ચતુરા મહાલક્ષ્મી. મા સચરાચર વ્યાપ્યો મા. (૨) ચાર ભુજા ચૌદ દિશા (ર) પ્રગટયાં દક્ષિણ મા. જયો જયો ... પંચમી પંચ ઋષિ, પંચમગુણ પદમા મા. પંચમ. (૨) પંચ તત્વ ત્યાં સોહિએ (૨) પંચે તત્વો મા. જયો જયો ... ષષ્ઠિ તું નારાયણી, મહિષાસુર માર્યો મા મહિષાસુર (૨) નર નારીનાં રૂપે (ર) વ્યાપ્યાં સગરે મા: જયો જયો ... સપ્તમી સાત પાતાળ, સંધ્યા સાવિત્રી મા સંધ્યા (ર) ગૌ ગંગા ગાયત્રી (ર) ગૌરી ગીતા મા જયો જયો ... અષ્ટમી અષ્ટ ભુજા આઈ આનંદા મા આઈ (ર) સુરનર મુનિવર જનમ્યા, (ર) દેવો દૈત્યો મા, જયો જયો ... નવમી નવકુળ નાગ, સેવે નવદુર્ગા મા. સે. (ર) નવરાત્રીના પૂજન. શિવરાત્રીના અર્ચન, કીધા હર બહામાં જયો જયો ... દશમી દશ અવતાર. જય વિજયા દશમી મા જય (૨) રામે રામ રમાડયા (ર) રાવણ રોડ્યો મા. જયો જયો ... એકાદશી અગિયારશ, કાત્યાયની કામા મા કાત્યાયની (૨) કામ દુર્ગા કાલિકા (૨) શ્યામા ને રામા, જયો જયો ..
બારશે બાળા રૂપ બહુચરી અંબા મા બહુચરી (૨) બટુક ભૈરવ સોહિએ. કાળ ભૈરવ સોહિએ. તારા ચાચરમાં જયો જયો .. તેરશે તુળજા રૂપ. તું તારૂણી માતા, મા તું (૨) બ્રહ્મા વિષણુ સદાશિવ (૨) ગુણ તારા ગાતા, જયો જયો ... ચૌદશે ચૌદા રૂપ ચંડી ચમુંડા મા ચંડી (2) ભકિતલાવ કંઈ આપો, પોતાનો કરી આપો, સિંહવાહિની માતા જયો જયો ... પૂનમે કુંભ ભયો. સાંભળજો કરૂણા: મા સાંભળજો ૨)
વસિષ્ટ ગુરુએ વખાણ્યાં (૨) ગાઈ શુભ કવિતા. સંવત સોળ સતાવન સોળસે બાવીસ મા (૨) સંવત સોળે પ્રગટયા (૨) રેવાને તીરે જયો જયો ... ત્રંબાવટી નગરી આઇ. રૂપાવટી નગરી; મા ત્રંબાવટી નગરી (૨) સોળ સહસ્ત્ર ત્યાં સોહિએ (૨) ક્ષમા કરો ગૈરી જયો જયો. શિવશકિતની આરતી, જે કોઈ ગાશે, મા જે કોઈ ગાશે (ર) ભણે શિવાનંદ સ્વામી (ર) સુખ સંપતિ થાશે. કૈલાસે જયો જયો જયો.
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GANESH AARTI
गणेश आरती
"जय गणेश, जय गणेश, जय गणेश देवा । माता जाकी पार्वती, पिता महादेवा ॥ लडुअन को भोग लपो, संत करें सेवा ॥ एक दंत दयावंत, चार भुजा धारी । माये सिंदूर सोहें, मूसे की सवारी ॥ जय. अंधन को आंख देत, कोढ़िन को काया। बाँझन को पुत्र देत, निर्धन को माया॥ जय. हार चढ़े पुष्प चढ़े और चढ़े मेवा ।। सूरदास शरण आयो, सुफल कीजे सेवा।। जय.
महामृत्युंजय मन्त्र (लघु) ॐ त्र्यम्बकं यजामहे सुगन्धिं पुष्टिवर्धनम्। उर्वारुकमिव बन्धनात् मृत्योर्मुक्षीय माऽमृतात्॥
महामृत्युंजय संजीवनी मन्त्र ॐ ह्रौं ॐ जूं ॐ सः ॐ भूः ॐ भुवः ॐ स्वः। ॐ त्र्यम्बकं यजामहे सुगन्धिं पुष्टिवर्धनं। उर्वारुकमिव बन्धनात् मृत्योर्मुक्षीय माऽमृतात्। ॐ स्वः ॐ भुवः ॐ भूः ॐ सः ॐ जूं ॐ ह्रौं ॐ।
SAI GANÉSH, JAI GANÉSHJAI GANESH DEVÁ MÁTÁ JAAKI PÁRVATI, PITÁ MAHÁ DÉVÁ LADUVAN KO BHOG LAGAI, SANT KAREN SEVÁ EK DANT DAYAWANT, CHÁR BHUJÁ DHÁRI MÁTHE SINDOOR SOHÉ, MOOSE KI SAWÁRI ANDHAN KO ANKH DAIT, KODHIN KO KAYA BÁNJHAN KO PUTRA DAIT, NIRDHAN KO MÁYÁ HAAR CHADHAIN PUSHP CHADHAIN AUR CHADHAIN MÉVÁ SURDÁS SHARAN AYO SUFAL KEEJE SEWA
MAHA MRITYUNJAY MANTRA OM TRYAMBAKAM YAJAA MAHEY SUGANDHIM PUSHTI VARDHANAM URVAA RUKMIV BANDHANAM MRITYOR MUKSHIYA MAAMRITÁT
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गायत्री मन्त्र
ॐ भूर्भुवः स्वः । तत्सवितुर्वरण्यं भर्गो देवस्य धीमहि । धियो यो नः प्रचोदयात् ।
OM BHUR BHUVAH SWAH. TAT SAVITURVARAINYAM BHARGO DEVASYA DHEEMAHI DHIYO YO NAH PRACHODAYAAT
श्रीनिवास गोविन्द, श्रीवेङ्कटेश गोविन्द ! तिरुपतिवास गोविन्द,
तिरुमलै वास गोविन्द !
ПЯДА НАЗИА
पांडुरंग गोविन्द,
पंढरीनाथ गोविन्द !
वैङ्कटरमण गोविन्द,
सङ्कटहरण गोविन्द !
पुराणपुरुष गोविन्द, पुण्डरीकाक्ष गोविन्द !
ॐ गुरुब्रह्मा गुरु विष्णु गुरु देवो महेश्वरः / गुरुः साक्षात् परं ब्रस तस्मै श्री गुरवे नमः ॥
OM GURUR BRAHAM
GURUR VISHNUR GURUR DEVO
MAHESHVARAH
GURUH SAKSHAT PARAM BRAHM TASMAI SHRI GURVEY NAMAH
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श्री हनुमान चालीसा
॥दोहा॥ श्री गुरू चरन सरोज रज, निज मनु मुकुरि सुधारि। बरनउँ रघुबर बिमल जसु, जो दायक फल चारि॥ बुद्धिहीन तनु जानिके, सुमरौं पवन-कुमार।
बल बुद्धि विद्या देहु मोहि, हरहु कलेश विकार॥ जय हनुमान ज्ञान गुन सागर। जय कपीस तिहुँ लोक उजागर॥ और मनोरथ जो कोई लावै। सोई अमित जीवन फल पावै॥ रामदूत अतुलित बल धामा। अंजनि-पुत्र पवनसुत नामा॥ चारों जुग परताप तुम्हारा। है परसिद्ध जगत उजियारा॥ महाबीर बिक्रम बजरंगी। कुमति निवार सुमति के संगी॥ साधु सन्त के तुम रखवारे। असर निकंदन राम दलारे॥ कंचन बरन बिराज सुबेसा। कानन कुण्डल कुंचित केसा॥ अष्ट सिद्धि नौ निधि के दाता। अस वर दीन जानकी माता॥ हाथ वज्र औ ध्वजा बिराजै। काँधे मूंज जनेऊ साजे॥ राम रसायन तम्हरे पासा। सदा रहो रघपति के दासा॥ शंकर सुवन केसरी नन्दन। तेज प्रताप महा जग बन्दन॥ तम्हरे भजन राम को पावै। जनम जनम केदख बिसरावै॥ विद्यावान गुनी अति चातुर। राम काज करिबे को आतुर॥
ब का आतुर॥ अन्त काल रघुबर पुर जाई। जहाँ जन्म हरि-भक्त कहाई॥ प्रभचरित्र सुनिबे को रसिया। राम लखन सीता मन बसिया॥ और देवता चित्त न धरई। हनुमत सेई सर्व सुख करई ॥ सूक्ष्मरूपधरिसियहि दिखावा। विकट रूप धरिलंक जरावा॥
॥ संकट कटै मिटै सब पंग। जो सुमिर हनुमत बलबीरा॥ भीम रूप धरि असुर संहारे। रामचन्द्र के काज संवारे॥
" जय जय जय हनुमान गोसाईं। कृपा करहु गुरूदेव की नाईं। लायसंजीवन लखन जियाये। श्री रघुबीर हरषि उर लाये॥
जो सत बार पाठ कर कोई। छूटहि बँदि महा सुख होई ।। रघपति कीन्ही बहुत बड़ाई। तुममम प्रिय भरतहि सम भाई॥ जो यह पहनमान चालीसा। होय सिद्धि साखी गौरीसा॥ सहस बदन तुम्हरो यश गावै। अस कहि श्रीपति कंठ लगावै॥
तुलसीदास सदा हरि चेरा। कीजै नाथ हृदय महं डेरा॥ सनकादिक ब्रह्मादि मुनीशा। नारद सारद सहित अहीसा॥ जम कुबेर दिगपाल जहाँ ते । कवि कोविद कहि सके कहाँ ते॥ तुम उपकार सुग्रीवहिं कीन्हा। राम मिलाय राजपद दीन्हा॥ तुम्हरो मन्त्र विभीषण माना। लंकेश्वर भये सब जग जाना। जुग सहस्त्र योजन पर भानू। लील्यो ताहि मधुर फल जानू॥
॥ दोहा॥ प्रभु मुद्रिका मेलि मुख माहीं। जलधि लांघि गए अचरज नाहीं॥ दुर्गम काज जगत के जेते। सुगम अनुग्रह तुम्हरे तेते॥ पवनतनय संकट हरन, मंगल मूरति रूप। राम दुआरे तुम रखवारे। होत न आज्ञा बिन पैसारे॥ सब सुख लहै तुम्हारी सरना। तुम रक्षक काहू को डरना॥ राम लखन साता साहत, हृदय बसह सुरभूप॥ आपन तेज सम्हारो आपै। तीनों लोक हाँक तें काँपै ॥ भूत पिशाच निकट नहिं आवै। महाबीर जब नाम सुनावै॥ नासै रोग हरै सब पीरा। जपत निरंतर हनुमत बीरा॥ संकट तें हनुमान छुड़ावै। मन क्रमवचनध्यानजोलावै॥ सब पर राम तपस्वी राजा। तिन के काज सकल तुम साजा॥
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संकटमोचन हनुमानाष्टक
बाल समयरविभक्षिलियो तब, तीनहुँ लोक भयो अँधियारो। ताहि सों त्रास भयो जग को, यह संकट काहु सो जात न टारो॥ देवन आनि करि विनती तब, छाडि दियो रवि कष्ट निवारो। को नहिं जानत है जग में कपि, संकट मोचन नाम तिहारा॥ को बालि की त्रास कपीस बसै, गिरि जात महाप्रभु पंथ निहारो। चौंकि महामुनि शाप दियो तब, चाहिये कौन विचार विचारों। कै द्विज रूप लिवाय महाप्रभु, सो तुम दास के सोक निवारो॥ को. अंगद के संग लेन गए सिय, खोज कपीस यह बैन उचारो। जीवत ना बचिहाँ हम सों, जु बिना सुध लाए इहां पगु धारो॥ हारि थके तट सिंधु सबै, तब लाय सिया सुधि प्राण उबारो॥को रावण त्रास दई सिय को, जब राक्षसि सो कहि सोक निवारो। ताहि समय हनुमान महाप्रभु, जाय महा रजनीचर मारो॥ चाहत सीय अशोक सों आगि सु, दै प्रभु मुद्रिका शोक निवारो॥ को. बाण लग्यो उर लछिमन के, तब प्रान तजे सुत रावण मारो। लै गृह वैद्य सुषेन समेत, तबै गिरि द्रोण सुबीर उपारो॥ आनि संजीवन हाथ दई, तब लछिमन के तुम प्राण उबारो॥को. रावण यद्ध अजान कियो तब, नाग की फांस सवै सिर डारो। श्री रघनाथ समेत सबै दल, मोह भयो यह संकट भारो॥ आनि खगेश तबै हुनमान. ज बन्धन काटि सत्रास निवारो॥को बंधु समेत जबै अहिरावन, लै रघुनाथ पाताल सिधारो। देविहि पूजि भलि विधि सों, बलि देऊ सबै मिलि मंत्र विचारो। जाय सहाय भयो तब ही, अहिरावण सैन्य समेत संहारो॥को काज कियो बड़ देवन के तुम, बीर महाप्रभु देखि विचारो। कौन सो संकट मोर गरीब को, जो तुमसो नहिं जात है टारो॥ बेगि हरो हनुमान महाप्रभु, जो कछु संकट होय हमारो॥ को.
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HINDU SOCIETY OF NORTH CAROLINA'S MEMBERS - 2006
Last Name
Last Name
First Name
Last Name
First Name
Patel
First Name Ambalal & Vimlaben Malleshappa & Arundhati
Aneja
Viney & Poonam
Bhandari
Baba
Ariely
Sumedha Gupta & Dan
Bhargava
Pushpesh & garima Vivek and Dyuti Damodhar and Ranjan D. Vittal & Madhu
Mrs. Prakash
Arun
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Do you know?
Lotus is the national flower of INDIA
Peacock is the national bird of INDIA.
Ashoka Chakra in the center of the Indian flag is also known as the 'Dharma Chakra'. The "wheel of the law" in the Sarnath Lion Capital made by the 3rd -century BC Mauryan Emperor Ashoka. The chakra intends to show that there is life in movement and death in stagnation. Twenty-four spokes reminds us that we are vigilant in all 24 hours.
Banyan Tree is the national Tree of INDIA
Mango is the national fruit of INDIA
Tiger is the national animal of INDIA.
Compiled by Kushal and Salonika Tiwari
December 2006
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Hindu Festivals
Diwali, Holi and Raksha Bandhan
DEEPAVALI or DIWALI
This Diwali or Deepavali is a festival of lights (Deepa means light and Avali meaning a row). It is celebrated on Naraka chathurthasi day just on the dawn of Ammavaasa in the month of October or Novermber. We glow lamps to welcome Lakshmi, Goddess of wealth and prosperity and Multi-colored Rangoli Diwali is celebrated for five days; First day is called DHANTERAS or DHANTRAYODASHI, SECOND day is called CHOTI DIWAL., The Third day of the festival of Diwali is the most important day of LAKSHMI -PUJA which is entirely devoted to the propitiation of Goddess Lakshmi. This is the day when God Rama came back to Ayodhya with his brother Laxman and wife Sita, after spending 14 years in VANVAS'. In some part of India, people burn fire cracers in the evening, to celebrate Rama's return to the Ayodhaya. The FOURTH day is PADWA or VARSHAPRATIPADA which marks the coronation of King Vikramaditya and VikaramSamvat was started from this Padwa day and the last and the FIFTH and final day of Diwali Festival is known by the name of "BHAYYA-DUJ".
Perform Laxmi Puja , put Deeps on your door and other places in your house . Lastly enjoy the fireworks
HOLI the festival of color
Festival of color or Holi is celebrated on the day after the full moon in early March each year. In Hindu Mythology, there was an arrogant king, who resents his son Prahlada for worshipping Lord Vishnu. He tries to kill his son but fails. Finally he requests his sister Holika who is said to be immune to burning, sits with the boy in a huge fire. But Prahlada emerges unscathed, while his aunt burns to death in this event. To commemorate it, we burn huge bonfires on the eve of Holi. It is also celebrated for good harvests and fertility of land. We put colors on each other on Holi.
Raksha Bandhan
Raksha Bandhan or the 'bond of protection' is a festival the celebration of brother sister relationship. On this day we celebrate the bond of affection between brothers and sisters. This day both pray for each other's well being and wish for each others' happiness and goodwill. This day brother pledge to sister to protect her from all harms and troubles and sister pray from god to protect him from any evil. Sister put Rakhi on brothers' hand and gives him sweets. Brother also gives gifts to the sister.
Aarti for Brother
Give sweets to each other
Put Rakhi
Take blessings
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Hindu Sambatsar Calendar for the year 2007 (Sambat 2063/64)
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Jan 1 Mon Jan 3 Wed Jan | 4 Thu Jan 7 Sun Jan 14 Sun Jan 15 Mon Jan 16 Tue Jan 19 Fri Jan 20 Sat Jan 23 Tue Jan 27 Sat Jan 29 Mon Jan 30 Tue Feb 2 Fri Feb 3 Sat Feb
4 Sun Feb 5 Mon Feb 13 Tue Feb 1 151 Thu Feb 16 Fri Feb 17 Sat Feb 18 Sun Feb 19 Mon Feb 27 Tue Feb 28 Wed Mar 3 Sat Mar 4 Sun Mar 5 Mon Mar 12 Mon Mar 15 | Thu Mar 16 Fri Mar 19 Mon Mar 20 Tue Jul 1 Sun Jul 10 Tue Jul 12 Thu Jul 14 Sat Jul 15 Sun
Jul 16 Mon | Jul 26 Thu
May
Paush Shukla Paksh New year's day Havan at 11am Purnmashi/S.N. Katha at 7:30pm Maagh Krishna Paksh starts Ramayan 6.00am -6.00pm Makar Sankranti/Pongal 11.am Ekadashi Pradosh Amavashya Maagh Shukla Paksh Basant Panchami Basant Panchami at 11am Ekadashi Pradosh Purnimashi/S.N. Katha at 7:30pm Falgun Krishna Paksh Ramayan 6.00am - 6.00pm Sakat Chauth
Ekadshi Pradosh Mahashiv Ratri at 5.00 PM Amavashya Falgun Shukla Paksh Ramkrishna Paramhans Jayanti Ekadshi Pradosh Purnmashi/ S.N. Katha at 11.00am / Holi at 12:30 pm Chaitra Krishna Paksh , Ramayan 6.00AM-600PM Bhai Dooj Sheetlasthmi Ekadashi--Papmochni Praosh Amavashya Solar eclipse Chaitra Shukla Paksh GudiParva Assad Krishna Paksh Ramayan 6 am-6pm Ekadshi Pradosh Amavashya Assad Shukla Paksh _ Rath Yatra Ekadshi/Devshyani
Mar 21 Wed Gan Gaur Mar 24 Sat Ugadhi Program at 11.00am Mar 25 Sun Ramayan 6.00am-6.00pm Mar 27 Tue RanNavami Mar 29 Thu Ekadashi Mar 30 Fri Pradosh Apr 1 Sun Ramayan 6am -- 6pm Apr 2 Mon Purnmashi/S.N. Katha at 7.30pm
14 Sat Vaishakh Krishan Paksh Apr 15 Sun Mahavir Jayanti, Pradosh Apr 17 Tue Amavashya Apr 19 Thu Vaishakh Shukla, Akshya Tritiya Apr 27 Fri Ekadashi Apr 29 Sun Pradosh
2 Wed Purnmashi/S.N. Katha at 7.30pm May 6 Sun Jaisth Krishna Paksh, Ramayan 6.00am -6.00pm May 13 Sun Ekadashi, Mother's Day May | 14 Mon Pradosh May 16 Wed Amavashya/Vat Poojan May 17 Thu Jaisth Krishna Paksh/ADHIK MASS starts May 27 Sun Ekadashi May 28 Mon Pradosh May 31 Thu Purnmashi/S.N. Katha at 7.30pm Jun 3 | Sun Jaisth Shukla Paksh Ramayan 6am -6pm Jun 11 Mon Ekadashi
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Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun
13 Wed Pradosh 15 Fri ADHIK MASS ENDS Amavshya 17 Sun Jaishth Shukla Paksh, Father's Day
Mon Gangadshara-Gayatri Jayanti 26 Tue Nirjala Ekadshi 27 Wed Pradosh 30 Sat Purnmashi/S.N. Katha at 11,00am
Oct Oct Oct Oct Oct Oct Oct
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Thu 12 Fri 19 Fri 20 Sat
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Vyas Poojnum
Shravan Krishna Paksh
Ramayan 6:00AM-6:00PM
Ekadashi
Pradosh
Amavashya
Shravan Shukla Paksh
Hariyali Teej
Ekadshi Naag Panchmi
Pradosh
Purnmashi/S.N. Katha at 7:30pm, RakshaBandhan
Bhadrapad Krishna Paksh
Ramayan 6:00am-6.00pm Krishna Janmasthmi celebration 6.00pm-12.05am
Ekadshi
Paryushan Pooja 10am-noon
Pradosh
Amavashya
Bhadrapad Shukla Paksh
Paryushan Pooja on last day 10am,
Ganesh Chaturthi
Rishi Panchmi
Ekadashi Pradosh
Anantchaturdashi
Purnmashi/S.N. Katha at 7:30pm Aashwin Krishna Paksh - Shradha starts
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Pradosh
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Kartik Krishna Paksh 1&2
Karva Chauth
Ahoi Asthmi
Ramayan 6:00am-6:00pm Ekadashi
Pradosh & Dhan Terus
Choti Dewali
Amavashya- Lakshmi Poojan- Dewali Annakoot-Nutan Varsh
Bhai Dooj
GopiAshthmi Ekadashi
Pradosh
Purnmashi/S.N. Katha at 11:00am
Margshish Krishna Paksh
Ramayan 6:00am-6:00pm Ekadashi
Pradosh
Amavashya-HSNC Annual GBM 2-4pm
Margshish Shukla Paksh
HSNC Annual Celebration Ekadashi- Geeta Jayanti Pradosh
Purnmashi /S.N. Katha at 11.00am Paush Krishan Paksh 1& 2 Bhajans 9 pm-midnight
Jai Vaishno Devi
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108 names of Ganesha
|| SHREE GANESHAYA NAMAH SHREE DEVI SARASWATEYA NAMAH SHREE GURUBHYO NAMAH ||
OM GANESHWARAI NAMAH OM GANKRIDYA NAMAH OM GANNATHAYA NAMAH OM GANADHIPAYA NAMAH OM EKDRISHTAYA NAMAH OM VAKRATUNDAYA NAMAH OM GAJVAKRAYA NAMAH OM MAHODARAYA NAMAH OM LAMODARAYA NAMAH OM DHUMRAVARANAYA NAMAH OM VIKTAYA NAMAH OM VIGHNANAYAKAYA NAMAH OM SUMUKHAYA NAMAH OM DUMU NAMAH OM BUDDHAYA NAMAH | OM VIGHNARAJAYA NAMAH | OM GAJANAYA NAMAH OM BHIMAYA NAMAH OM PRAMODAYA NAMAH | OM AANODAYA NAMAH OM SURAN NANDAYA NAMAH OM MOHATKATAYA NAMAH OM HAYRAMBHAYA NAMAH OM SHAMBARAYA NAMAH OM SHAMBHAVEY NAMAH OM LAMBAKARNAYA NAMAH OM MAHABALAYA NAMAH OM NANDANAYA NAMAH OM ALAMPATAYA NAMAH OM ABHIRVEY NAMAH OM MEGHNADAYA NAMAH OM GANGAJAYA NAMAH OM VINAYKAYA NAMAH OM VIRUPAKSHAYA NAMAH OM DHIRSHURAYA NAMAH OM VARPRADAYA NAMAH OM MAHA GANPATYE NAMAH OM BUDDHIPRIYAYA NAMAH OM SHIPRA PRASADNAYA NAMAH OM RUDRA PRIYAYA NAMAH OM GANADHYAKSHAYA NAMAH OM UMA PUTRAYA NAMAH OM AAGHNASHAYA NAMAH OM KUMAR GURVE NAMAH OM EESHAN PUTRAYA NAMAH OM MUSHAK VAHANAYA NAMAH OM SIDDHI PRIYAYA NAMAH OM SIDDHA VINAYAKAYA NAMAH OM SIDDHAYA NAMAH OM AVIGHAYA NAMAH OM TUMBARVE NAMAH OM SIMHAVANAYA NAMAH OM MOHINI PRIYAYA NAMAH OM KATAGKANTAYA NAMAH
OM RAJ PUTRAYA NAMAH OM SHAALKAYA NAMAH OM SAMMITAYA NAMAH OM AMITAYA NAMAH OM KUSHMA MANDSAMSAMBHOOTHYE NAMAH OM DURJAYA NAMAH OM DHURJAYA NAMAH OM JAYAYA NAMAH OM BHOOPATYE NAMAH OM BHOOVANPATYE NAMAH OM AVYAYA NAMAH OM VISHWAKATRE NAMAH OM VISHWA MUKHAYA NAMAH OM VISHWA RUPAYA NAMAH OM NIDHYE NAMAH OM GHRUNYE NAMAH OM KRAYE NAMAH OM KAVINA MRUSHBHAYA NAMAH OM BHRAMANAYA NAMAH OM BHRAMANASPATYE NAMAH OM JYESHTA RAJAYA NAMAH OM NIDDHI PRIYA PATI PRIYAYA NAMAH OM SURYA MANDAL MADHYA GAYAY NAMAH OM KARAHATIDHAVSTA SINDHU SALILAYA NAMAH OM PUSHDANTABHIDE NAMAH OM UMANGKELIKUTUKINE NAMAH OM MUKTIDAYA NAMAH OM KUKPALNAYA NAMAH OM KIRITINE NAMAH OM KUNDALINE NAMAH OM HARINE NAMAH OM VANMALINE NAMAH OM MANOMAYAY NAMAH OM VYUUKHYAHATYDTYATSHRIYE NAMAH
OM PADAHATIJITSHITYE NAMAH TOM SADHYOJAATSVARNAMUJYAMEKILINE NAMAH OM DUDIRMITHRITE NAMAH OM DUSWAPNAHRITE NAMAH OM PRASHANAYA NAMAH OM GUNINE NAMAH OM NAADPRATITHISTAYA NAMAH OM SURUPAYA NAMAH OM SARVANETRADHIVASAYA NAMAH OM VIVASANA SHRAVAYA NAMAH OM PITAMBARAYA NAMAH OM KHANDARDAYA NAMAH OM KHANDENDUKRUTSHEKHARYA NAMAH OM CHITRANGDASHYAMDASHNAYA NAMAH OM BHAALCHANDRAYA NAMAH OM CHATURBHURJAYA NAMAH OM YOGADHIPAYA NAMAH OM TARKSTAYA NAMAH OM PURSHAYA NAMAH OM GAJKARNAKAYA NAMAH
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HINDU SOCIETY OF NORTH CAROLINA CELEBERATION AND APPRICIATION (1976-2006)

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Temple Address 309 Aviation Parkway, Morrisville, NC 27560 (919) 481-2574 - Temple (919) 460-0412 - Cultural Hall Direction to the Temple: From 1-40 West (Coming from Raleigh): 1. Take Exit 285. 2. Turn left at the ramp 3. Go for about 2 miles. You will pass Evans Rd and Clements Drive. The temple is on your right.
Contact by EMail For any general comments, questions, suggestions please send your e mail to hsnc@hsncweb.org or you may contact any of the volunteers from list below.
For any membership related questions, change of address or discontinuing postal mailing of newsletter send your email to membership@hsncweb.org. Put 'HSNC Newsletter - Stop Mailing' in the subject line and put your name(s) in the mail body exactly as printed on the mailing label of newsletter.
son 2825
Davis Dr
5 Miami
Raleigh/Durham
To'l Airport
Blvd
283B
284A
Terminal Blvd
late
kport Blvd
William Umstead
State Park
Church Schapel Hill Rd
285
Nova Dr
Lake Crabtree County Park
Koppers Rd
Lake Crabtree
Chapel
Aviation Plew
Star Dr
Evans Rd
Rd
Neston Pkwy
Davis Dr
rrisville
N Harrisoo Ave
nter
Chapel
Morrisville Pkwy
e Pkwy
Morrisville Pkwy
Note from the Author It has been my pleasure to write this book about the HSNC on its 30 year anniversary. I tried my best to include all the names and comments, where ever possible about all the members. But Our Society is very large, with more than thousand active members; it is always possible, that we may have missed someone's name or comments. Please apologize me for any such mistakes. Best wishes to all the readers. God bless us all. Thanks and my best Regards.
Vindvashni Prashad Tiwari (919-423-0365 email -vptiwari@yahoo.com)

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HINDU SOCIETY OF NORTH CAROLINA (1976-2006) HINDU BHAVAN NO . .. . 309 AVIATION PARKWAY MORRISVILLE, NC 2.75 6 0 PHONE: (919) 4 8 1 - 2 5 7