The prominent guests who graced today's Awards Ceremony event were: •    Swami Bodhananda - Founder & Chairman Sambodh Institutions , Bodhananda Research Foundation for Management & Leadership Studies •    Dr. Prakash Rao V - Founder Global Hindu Heritage Foundation •    Dr.Satyam Upadrashta- philosopher, Vendanta preacher, Avadhoota Datta Peetham ASTHANA VIDWAN  •    Rajiv Kamat - Co Founder of DFW Konkani Samaj, President Elect of India Association of North Texas(IANT) •    Ms. Sunitha Cheruvu member of several community boards and committees including Frisco Police Department Training Advisory •    Sashi Kejriwal – Affiliated with WAVES, Philanthropist and motivational speaker.  Each of the submitted essays was reviewed by at least more than one internal panelist to ensure there was no bias and provide a fair leveling field for all submissions. We thank all of our NINE internal panelists, and FOUR external panelists engaged in the evaluation process. After checking each of the essays for 'AI generated Content' a set of criteria were used for evaluation: content maturity, critical thinking, style, relevance, and the impact of the writing. Our panelists spent a considerable amount of time with each essay to properly evaluate the most qualified essays as our winners. Below winners from each category were awarded prizes by the guest speakers at the event: High School – Category •    First Prize Winner Shrinand Patnaik. (NY) •    Second Prize Winner Pranamya Shrikanth •    Third Prize Winner Gojiri Mhaski (NJ) •    Consolation Prize Siddhartha Manubothu •    Consolation Prize Hasita Choppa Middle School – Category •    First Prize Winner Daksha Vullikanti •    Second Prize Winner Advaith Shanmukh •    Third Prize Winner Shruti Sri Anagha •    Consolation Prize Ananya Timmaraju •    Consolation Prize Yukta Sri Mididdodi Undergraduate Category •    Consolation Prize Ramya Priya Ravinuthala There are no losers in the competition, it’s just that we could not accommodate all of the names in the list here. All non-Dallas participants and winners will be reached out by email to share the prizes & certificates. Few memories from the event can be seen at this link: Dharma Jagruthi Foundation - Essay competition by GHHF Your dedication inspires us—stay connected, and let’s continue making an impact together!!! By staying engaged, you not only grow your potential but also uplift everyone around you—keep practicing Dharma with us!  We encourage you to support us and contribute to help us better serve the community. Donate - Dharma Jagruthi Foundation zelle: Donate@Dharmajagruthi.or yato Dharmastato Jayaḥ / यतो धर्मः ततो जयः Dharma Jagruthi Foundation Team contact@dharmajagruthi.org Your donations are appreciated. By Zelle: ghhfusaorg@gmail.com PayPal: savetemples.org By Check: Or you can send a check payable to GHHF, 14726 Harmony Lane, Frisco, TX 75035. It is tax-deductible. By Rupees: call 601-918-7111; +91 83096 43979 {{album_1254}}

Global Hindu Heritage Foundation is pleased to inform you that the Fundraising event and Dala Dinner in appreciation of Supporters and volunteers was a great success. Sashi Kejriwal, Anil Bhogaraju, ArunChandrakantan, Lalit Sharma, Admiral Puri, Chandra Manubothu, Chandrakant,Anil, Padma Bhairavi, and others spoke. Prakasarao talked about four things: what is going onin Bharata and what we are doing at the ground level. First, briefly narrate the incident that created GHHF. Andhra Pradesh issued G.O. 21 in 2006, which prompted us to challenge the High Court and the eventual formation of GHHF. Since that time, several activities have been conducted to challenge the Endowment that is controlling the Hindu Temples, denying the fundamental rights of Hindus to manage themselves. Briefly mentioned that Ghar Wapasi, Bala Samskar Kendras, and Grama Devata Renovation sponsor a Priest program, Intinta Shiva Abhishekam, and other programs conducted in the village.Second, he mentioned that on November 21st, GHHF will conduct a press meeting demanding that the Andhra Pradesh government repeal the Endowment Act. Some of our demands are: Free Temples from State Administration/Endowments: We demand the liberation of Hindu temples from government control, enabling self-governance and autonomy. Preserve, Protect, and Promote Hindu Temples: We emphasize safeguarding Hindu temples' sanctity, cultural significance, and historical importance. Reconstitute TTD Board: We advocate for an independent TTD Board and other Temple Boards managed by esteemed Swamijis, Gurus, Peethadhipathis, Practicing Hindus, and religious leaders. This will ensure that temple administration aligns with Hindu values and traditions.The following distinguished guests have agreed to join thePress Meet. Sri L V Gangadhara Sastry is the Founder and Chairman of the Bhagavad Gita Foundation. He works tirelessly to bring the Bhagavad Gita to everyone’sheart and Humanity across the globe. He is a motivational speaker and an astoundingsinger.Sri L V Subramanya, IAS, served as the Chief Secretary of Andhra Pradesh and advocated the concept that only Hindus should work in HinduTemples. He is a passionate advocate for protecting Hindu Temples and SanatanaDharma.Sri M.Nageswara Rao is a retired IPS officer and a former Director of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), Government of India, New Delhi. He is a staunch advocate for the Equal Rights for Hindus Movement.Sri Remella Avadhanulu is an eminent Vedic Scholar, Computer specialist, and the author of “A Handbook for Effective Administration and Governance of Temple.”  Serving as Chief Executive of Shri VedaBharathi.Sri M Raghunandana Rao is a member of Parliament from Medak Constituencyfrom the Bharatiya Janata Party. He is a lawyer by profession.Smt. Madhavi Lata, Chairperson of Virinchi Hospitals, aprominent cultural activist, religious speaker, and a BJP leader who contestedfor MP from the Hyderabad constituency (Pending – not yet accepted).In the next post, GHHF will address other issues such as filing a legal case with the Andhra Pradesh government itself, managing Hindu Temples once they are released from the government, and releasing a book containing 50 letters written over the last 18 years to Chief Ministers, Endowment Ministers, Commissioners, Executive Officers, TTD Chairmen, and others.I would appreciate your donations. By Zelle: ghhfusaorg@gmail.com PayPal: savetemples.org By Check: Or you can send a check payable to GHHF,14726 Harmony Lane, Frisco, TX 75035. It is tax-deductible. By Rupees: call 601-918-7111; +91 83096 43979 {{album_1253}}

[GHHF] Gala Dinner on November 16th, 2024; RSVP Requested                       Dear Friends: Global Hindu Heritage Foundation is planning a Volunteer Appreciation Day and Annual Fundraising Event on November 16 (Saturday) at 6:00 pm. As you know, GHHF is working tirelessly in about eight States in Bharat and Bangladesh. We operate about 200 Bala Samskar Kendras for underprivileged kids, secure and rejuvenate dilapidated Hindu Temples in remote rural villages, educate children to take pride in the richness of our heritage and culture, and help the poor and needy. Date: November 16, 2024 Venue: Roach Middle School. 12499 Independence Pkwy, Frisco TX 75035 RSVP Requested:   Please send your RSVP: http://tinyurl.com/GHHF2024         UNABLE TO ATTEND. Please contribute If you are unable to attend, we appreciate your annual donation to GHHF:  By Zelle: ghhfusaorg@gmail.com  PayPal: savetemples.org  By Check: You can also send a check payable to GHHF, 14726 Harmony Lane, Frisco, TX 75035. It is tax-deductible. For further information, call 601-918-7111; +91 83096 43979

Since the violence erupted in Bangladesh, there are thousands who lost their lives, injured and fled out of the country. Hindus in Bangladesh were simply asked to move to India leaving all the property, land and cattle and those who did not obey lost or injured at least one member in their family.  As of now members of Global Hindu Heritage Foundation 16 of them were hospitalized and 11 were in custody of military for ten days, who were being torchered constantly without food, water and ventilation. Hindu youth were arrested by army for simply being appeared on streets near temples, no cases will be taken from Hindus here. After continuous negotiations with army and local Islamic groups were asked to pay 10 lakhs to release those in custody. There is no surprise that all 11 may disappear or perish if ignored. Global Hindu Heritage Foundation bargained all day and agreed to pay 1.50 lakhs and arranged with in two hours and got our youth released. GHHF has already lost a few of our volunteers. Two of those released need immediate medical attention and will be admitted to hospital today. Sri Ananda Swami has been associated with Global Hindu Heritage Foundation for about three years conducting Bala Samskar Kendras, conducting various festivals, helping Hindus with food, protecting the vulnerable Hindus. Following is his report: Dhaka, Bangladesh – In a shocking turn of events, volunteers from the Global Hindu Heritage Foundation (GHHF) and devout Hindus were brutally attacked during the Navaratri celebrations. Incident 1: Petrol Bomb Attack On the night of Astami, a group of jihadi militants threw a petrol bomb at a Durga Puja pandal in Dhaka's Tatibazar. Courageously, GHHF volunteers and other Hindus chased after the militants in an attempt to apprehend them. Unfortunately, the militants retaliated with sharp knives and other weapons, leaving 7 volunteers seriously injured and hospitalized. Incident 2: Stone and Hot Water Attack On the day of Dashera, during the Durga Murti Bisharjan procession, Muslims attacked the procession with stones and hot water from the roof of a building. When GHHF volunteers protested against this violence, the Bangladesh army inexplicably charged at them, arresting 19 volunteers. Call to Action We urge authorities to take immediate action to bring the perpetrators to justice and ensure the safety of Hindu communities. We also appeal to the public to support organizations working towards promoting peace and religious harmony. Your Donation Can Be the Difference Between Life and Death. We cannot do this alone. Open your hearts and wallets to help us protect the lives, temples, and homes of Hindus in Bangladesh. Your Donations are appreciated to help suffering Hindus. Their life is threatened and keep hiding from the continued threats. Recent Incidents The 2024 Bangladesh anti-Hindu violence saw 2,010 incidents of attacks on Hindus across the country, resulting in 9 deaths and 1,705 families directly affected ¹. The attacks targeted temples, houses, and shops belonging to minority communities, with reports of looting and murder. International Response While there hasn't been a unified response from Hindus worldwide, some organizations and individuals have raised concerns about the persecution of Hindus in Bangladesh. However, the international community's response has been mixed, with some criticizing the dissemination of disinformation on the attacks. Emergency Aid Needed Islamic militants are threatening Hindus in Bangladesh, forbidding them from celebrating Durga Puja. Your support is crucial to ensure their safety and well-being. Urgent Needs: 1. Emergency food, water, supplies, and shelter for displaced Hindus. 2. Hindu temple protection and security efforts. 3. Safety and legal aid for those hiding from persecution. 4. Amplifying Hindu voices through protests and awareness campaigns. Your Donation Saves Lives  Your donations are appreciated – Please mention Bangladesh Fund By Zelle: ghhfusaorg@gmail.com  PayPal: savetemples.org:  For further information: 601-918-7111; +91 83096 43979   {{album_1252}}

Global Hindu Heritage Foundation is extremely happy to inform that our Bala Samskar students learned one of the controversial figures in India.  Nathuram Godse stood out as a unique person through his feelings towards society, nation and dharma. The differing opinions towards him have led to debate across the country. Godse is not limited to the assassination of Gandhi, but also some aspects of his personality as a leader and as an individual are also worth knowing. * Godse was personally very firm in his beliefs. He had a deep belief in his ideals and had the right courage to carry them out. * Until the end of his life, he lived devoted to his Hindutva doctrines and the preservation of Hindu Dharma. * Godse was an independent thinker. A person who forms his own opinion on any matter. He did not hold back in implementing his plans. This trait shows a person's self-confidence. * Godse lived a life of self-sacrifice in working for the nation. He gave more importance to the issues of country, religion and society than his personal interests. * His opposition to Gandhi's policies was not based on personal reasons, Godse believed that he worked for the good of the nation according to his ideals. * Godse was careful to preserve Hindu culture and traditions. He worked with determination to protect India and Hindu Dharma. * Active in Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) and Hindu Mahasabha, took his responsibility towards society seriously. * Godse's boldness in expressing his beliefs shows his commitment and courage. To some, these may seem wrong, but he is honest about what he does. * Godse devoted his life to the service of the nation rather than seeking ordinary personal comforts and benefits. He renounced personal pleasures and served the nation as a warrior. * Godse is also a good speaker. His words and speeches attract people. His words had the power to inspire people in favor of his ideals. * Nathuram Godse's last words were “I have no personal grudge against Gandhiji. He agreed to the creation of Pakistan and even though they were torturing the Hindus there, Gandhiji was not moved, but he went on a fast to death and made the Hindu refugees from Pakistan homeless. There was no plan to provide protection to Hindus and Hindu temples in Pakistan. He became the father of the nation of Pakistan, but he did not care about our country or the Hindus. If you want to hang me for what I have done, just add my bones to Akhanda Bharatavani.” The end Nathuram Godse, personally had many good qualities in his life and demonstrated throughout his life his commitment to country, dharma and cultural values. However, his path, especially the assassination of Mahatma Gandhi, remains one of the most controversial events in Indian history. Justice Khosla, who presided over the case said,  “I have however no doubt that had the audience of that day been constituted into a jury and entrusted with the task of deciding Godse’s appeal, they would have brought in a verdict of ‘not guilty’ by an overwhelming majority” Your donations are appreciated. By Zelle: ghhfusaorg@gmail.com PayPal: savetemples.org By Check: Or you can send a check payable to GHHF, 14726 Harmony Lane, Frisco, TX 75035. It is tax-deductible. By Rupees: call 601-918-7111; +91 83096 43979 {{album_1251}}

Global Hindu Heritage Foundation initiated Bala Samskar Kendras committed to teaching about the richness of Sanatana Dharma through various stories from epics, national heroes, great Maharishis, remarkable Temples, respect for parents, conducting yoga classes, and so on. But we also make it a point to teach about morals and their impact on children’s personalities. We decided to teach our students moral values through short stories. These stories contribute to the child’s personality, character, and moral fabric.  Once upon a time there lived a monkey on a tree on the bank of a river. It lived by eating the sweet fruits of that tree. The monkey enjoyed eating some fruit and throwing some into the water every day. One of the crocodiles living in the water used to eat the fruit that the monkey threw into the water. The crocodile liked those fruits so much that one day he said, 'O monkey, I like these fruits very much. I enjoy eating the fruits you threw in the water. Can you please give me some fruit every day? From that day, monkey cut a few fruits and started giving fruits to crocodile. Thus. the crocodile and the monkey became good friends in no time. The crocodile forgot his wife and children at home and spent most of his time with the monkey. The crocodile's wife got very angry. 'After becoming friends with this monkey, my husband stopped spending time with me. If I don't get rid of this pain, my husband will be away from me', she thought. Meanwhile, the crocodile came home one day to take the fruits given by the monkey and give them to his wife. He saw his wife lying down and said, 'What happened? Why are you there?' she asked. I've been feeling extremely stressed lately. No matter how many doctors I asked, they all told me that the drug made from monkey heart can reduce my headache. Now where can we find the heart of the monkey?' said the crocodile's wife sadly. 'Oh! Is that all? Don't worry yourself. I have a monkey friend. I will ask for his heart. The crocodile said, "Your head must come down." He immediately went to the monkey and said, 'Friend, my wife told me that even though we have been friends for a long time, I never brought you to our home. That's why I called you and came to the bush' she said. 'But how can I get into the water?' The monkey expressed doubt. Crocodile said “You sit on my back. I will take you to our house in a moment' Believing the crocodile's words to be true, the monkey came down from the tree and sat on the crocodile's back. Carrying the monkey, the crocodile headed home. After going some distance in the water, the crocodile started crying. Seeing the crocodile's tears, the monkey asked anxiously, 'Why are you crying, my friend?' 'What are you talking about, my friend!”  The wife was telling me about the medicine prescribed by the doctors... telling the monkey everything in detail, 'I am telling you this in advance because you are my good friend,’ said the crocodile. The clever monkey understood that the crocodile's wife had plotted to kill him. That's why 'Oh! What a job my friend did! It would have been better if you had said this earlier!' 'What just happened?' asked the crocodile. I put my heart on a tree. You will not profit by taking me heartless to your house' 'Is it? What shall we do next?'  Take me to the tree immediately. I will come quickly with my heart. Then your wife will also be happy. She will get medicine for her headache.' said the monkey. The clever crocodile believed those words and brought the monkey back to the riverbank. That's when the monkey jumped up on the bank and sat on the tree. No matter how hard the monkey came, the crocodile shouted, 'My friend, come quickly'. Then the monkey laughed 'Hi! Do you want to save your wife by killing me, traitorous friend? I know your frustration. Is the heart anywhere on the tree? I conquered fraud with fraud. With this, the friendship between you and me has ended. Go back the way you came!' said the monkey. The crocodile turned away in despair, ashamed of what he had done and saddened by the loss of a good friend. Moral: To escape from deceivers, one must defeat them by deception. Your donations are appreciated. By Zelle: ghhfusaorg@gmail.com PayPal: savetemples.org By Check: Or you can send a check payable to GHHF, 14726 Harmony Lane, Frisco, TX 75035. It is tax-deductible. By Rupees: call 601-918-7111; +91 83096 43979 {{album_1250}}

Global Hindu Heritage Foundation is planning a Volunteer Appreciation Day and Annual Fundraising Event on November 16 (Saturday) at 6:00pm. As you know that GHHF is working tirelessly in about eight States in Bharat and Bangladesh, we operate about 200 Bala Samskar Kendras’ for underprivileged kids, secured and rejuvenated dilapidated Hindu Temples in remote rural villages, educate children to take pride in the richness of our heritage and culture, helping the poor & needy. RSVP Requested: Please send your RSVP: http://tinyurl.com/GHHF2024 If you are unable to attend, we appreciate your annual donation to GHHF:  By Zelle: ghhfusaorg@gmail.com PayPal: savetemples.org By Check: You can also send a check payable to GHHF, 14726 Harmony Lane, Frisco, TX 75035. It is tax-deductible. By Rupees: call 601-918-7111; +91 83096 43979 For further information: Prakasarao 601-918-711, Chandra 972-689-9145; Prashant 323-365-4124.

Namaste. Wishing you all a very Happy Diwali. Princeton Texas community honored a few prominent people in the Community:  Mayor Brianna Chacon, Candidate of City Mayor Eugene Escobar, President Elect of Indian Association Rajiv Kamath, President of Global Hindu Heritage Foundation, Prakasarao Velagapudi and others.  Dr. Prakasa Rao spoke about the contribution of Indian Asina as follows: I want to thank all the organizers of Princeton Community for organizing the Diwali festival on such a large scale. Look at the talent the artists are demonstrating in front of us. Today we are celebrating one of the most popular festivals of Hindus. Diwali is known as “festival of Lights.  A Row of Lights.” Diwali is the “victory of knowledge over ignorance.” Light over darkness; hope over despair; good over evil,  Dr. Rich McCormick lauded the Indian American community describing them as great patriots, upstanding citizens, and good friends. American Asians were appreciated especially those who have immigrated from India One out of every five doctors in my community are from India. They represent some of the best citizens we have in America, we should make sure that we streamline the immigration process for those who come here to obey the law and pay their taxes.” Indian Americans who constitute about one per cent of the US population pay about six per cent of the taxes, the Congressman said, remarking that this community does not cause problems and follows the laws. “They don’t have the problems that we see other people have when they come to the emergency room for overdoses and depression, anxiety because they’re the most productive, most family oriented and the best of what represents American citizens. God bless my Indian constituents,” US Congressman said. “They represent some of the best citizens we have in America. We should make sure that we streamline the immigration process for those who come here to obey the law and pay their taxes,” the congressman said, urging for a streamlined visa process. About five million Indian Americans currently reside in the US and constitute the third largest Asian ethnic group. Indians are the single highest group in the entire nation with the greatest economy.  The medina income Asian Indians is $126,705 compared $66,000 for white population. How did Indian Americans become rich in the US? Median Income Indians are the highest earners in the US amongst all groups, with an average median household income of $141,906.  On average, median household income in 2021 was $69,021, the United States Census Bureau’s data shows. Observing that their contributions to the US tax base are also notable, the report says although they make up only 1.5 per cent of the population, it is estimated that they pay about 5-6 per cent of all income taxes (i.e., USD 250 billion to USD 300 billion). Additionally, their professions indirectly create 11-12 million American jobs, showcasing their broader economic influence beyond big business success. According to the report, research, innovation, and academia in the US have thrived thanks to the contributions of the Indian diaspora. Tech Industry – more than20 CEO’s top companies are Indians. Several prominent Indian American CEOs currently lead major companies in the US, including Sundar Pichai at Google (Alphabet), Satya Nadella at Microsoft, Shantanu Narayen at Adobe, Arvind Krishna at IBM, Sanjay Mehrotra at Micron Technology, and Laxman Narasimhan at Starbucks, Vimal Kapur. CEO of Honeywell highlighting, Niren Chaudhary: CEO of Panera Bread a significant presence of Indian Americans in top corporate positions. Twitter’s Parag Agrawal, Albertsons’ Vivek Sankaran, Micron Technology’s Sanjay Mehrotra, FedEx’s Raj Subramaniam, and NetApp’s George Kurian. Steve Jobs went to India and his perspective in life has changed. The most important thing he learned from was Intuitive knowledge. He said even a villager has that intuitive knowledge. Autobiography of a Yogi written by Sri Paramahamsa Yogananda changed his life. He read it when he was a college student. When he became in charge of Apple, the only book he downloaded into his iPad was this book. As per his Autobiography he stated that he read this about 40 times. He said he read every year to get more inspiration and courage and fearlessness.     When he came to know that he had cancer, he planned his funeral and invited more than 500 top executives of the companies, spiritual leaders and some politicians.  Following the funeral, everyone was given a wooden box. What was in it in that box?  It was an Autobiography of a Yogi.  Imagine how much influence it had on Steve Jobs and how much it would have on these people who received it.     It is the duty of all Hindus to acquire this book and read, learn, digest, appreciate and take pride in their cultural heritage.  Let us resolve to learn the richness of our culture and grandeur of our heritage.  The Diwali vent was organized by several people in a short time: 1. RaviChandra Kalasegowda-Lead, ⁠Saikiran Chittaluri, ⁠Gajendra, Abijeet, ⁠Kalyani, ⁠Siri, Jaipal, Sivagami, Madhu, Pankaj, Ramakrishna, Raghav, Tyagi, Sachin and others. {{album_1249}}

Global Hindu Heritage Foundation is extremely happy to inform we conducted Shiva Puja and Abhishekam in the of Kollappa family belonging to Settur Mandal, Karidipalli village. The family invited several villagers to participate in the Shiva Abhishekam program. Sri Gopi Krishna Sastry Garu initiated the program about four months ago - Shiva Abhishekam in every House on Monday evening during Pradosh time. As many of you know, our activities are conducted in villages, Dalit communities, tribal areas, and interior places. With this program, we want to go to places very few people have been to before and do pujas and Abhishekam in houses nobody has done before. Many of these places are ignored by many of our religious people to bring them together by encouraging the villagers to engage in the usefulness of conducting the rituals. They never went to the houses and performed these rituals in their home.  Shiva is a Bola Shankar. He is also called Bholenath. He is Lord of Innocence. Shiva means auspicious. Bola Shankar is considered the giver of blessings, giver of peace, and giver of bliss. The one who gives blessings instantly will grant us any wish if we anoint the Lord very quickly. If we do Abhishekam (ablution), he grants our wishes fast. As per scriptures, if we do Abhisheka to Shiva with water, he will remove ten sins; if we do with cow's milk, 100 sins; if we do Abhishekam with cow curd, 1000 sins; if we do with ghee, 3000 sins; if we do with honey, 5000 sins; if we do with fruit juice, all our sins are removed, and we get wealth and salvation.  Besides, if you perform puja during the Pradosh period on Monday evening, you will have good children, a sound mind, and good knowledge. So many such results are produced. Worshiping Lord Shiva is like worshiping Goddess Lakshmi with Lord Vishnu, which means "Shivaya Vishnurupaya Shivrupaya Vishnave." Shivasya Hridayam Vishnur Vishnoscha Hridayam Shivah - Vishnu is the heart of Siva, and likewise, Siva is the heart of Vishnu.” That means both Shiva and Vishnu are one and the same – actually, the manifestation of the same Supreme Lord. In Bhagwat Puran, med Shri Vishnu tells his beloved wife Shri Lakshmi that half of the space in Vishnu’s heart is actually occupied by Lord Shiva while the other half was occupied by all other beings, including Goddess Lakshmi Herself. Lord Shiva always meditated upon Shri Rama (Lord Vishnu) whereas, Lord Vishnu himself meditated upon Lord Shiva. Narad Pancharatra succinctly states: Shivo Harirhariha Shakshatchiva Eva Nirupitaha | Shivadveshi Haridrohi Vishnum Nityam Bhajanapi || ‘Shiva is Hari, and Hari is none other than Shiva. An enemy of Shiva is an enemy of Hari, even though he may worship Vishnu daily.’ Therefore, Shiva Puja and Abhishekam are being organized in every house. The main purpose of this program is also "to see that all the Hindus are not under the spell of other faiths' deception, incentive, and allurements. There is no caste and creed discrimination in this program. By doing Abhishekam and Bilva Archana for the Lord Shiva by everyone Hindu through this program, we are making them and their family members eligible to receive grace, blessings, and bliss from the Lord.  The primary purpose of this program is not only to unite all the Hindu brothers but also to reap the benefits of doing Shiva Puja and Shiva Abhishekam. Also, to prevent Christian encroachment into the villages by smearing our faith and misleading our innocent Hindus with false information.  By organizing this program, we will be able to stave off illegal conversions and keep our people in the Hindu fold. In all our programs, we tell our Hindus about the importance of applying tilak on their forehead, how to get salvation, and talk about our dharma, traditions, and customs. This program was started to ensure our Hindus appreciate our Hindu Dharma and remain as Hindus instead of being the victims of falsehood.    Your donations are appreciated   By Zelle: ghhfusaorg@gmail.com PayPal: savetemples.org By Check: You can also send a check payable to GHHF,14726 Harmony Lane, Frisco, TX 75035. It is tax-deductible. By Rupees: call 601-918-7111; +91 83096 43979.  {{album_1248}}

Global Hindu Heritage Foundation has been organizing Bhajans in the villages to ensure that villagers get the opportunity to meet each other, create bond among them and experience the divine vibrations. Bhajans are much more than musical singing; they can transform our hearts into vessels of divine energy—in fact, one of the meanings of the word bhajan in Sanskrit is “vessel.”     Hindu scriptures states that in Kaliyuga, people have disturbed mind, experience restlessness and lack peace of mind. They live in an environment where their mind gets agitated. By chanting the names of Bhagawan, one gets peace of mind as they concentrate on the image of Goddess. Devotional singing, known as bhajans or kirtan, can help to quiet the mind so that the heart can open to the divine, allowing us to taste the blissful reality that is our true nature. Everyone is encouraged to sing and express their inner joy. Devotion is the most important aspect of kirtan. To gain concentration in this age of materialism, bhajan is easier than meditation. By loud singing, other distracting sounds will be overcome, and concentration will be achieved. Bhajan, concentration and meditation, this is the progression. Bhajan is important for the devotee because it is intimate and free in expression. Bhajan preserves India’s rich legacy of devotion, wisdom and mysticism from saints like Meerabai, Tulsidas, Kabir, Surdas, Thyagaraja, Purandaradasa, Tukaram, Namdev, and many, many others. Paramahamsa Yogananda says “Sankirtans or musical gatherings are an effective form of yoga or spiritual discipline, necessitating intense concentration, absorption in the seed thought and sound. Because man himself is an expression of the Creative Word, sound exercises on him a potent and immediate effect.”  As per much research, it has been found that listening to bhajans and chants, increases the activity in the cells which releases Feel good hormone “Dopamine”. It is also referred to by various studies that listening to bhajans activates our brain which makes us more analytical and Attentive, hence most people prefer to listen in the morning. Doctors at Cleveland University reported that the rhythmic tones involved in chanting release a cascade of naturally healing chemicals. Imagine feeling good naturally without a pill. They called it the NLE, or Neurolinguistic Effect. Yogis call it a type of samadhi – a profound sense of peacefulness. Sri Ganapathy Sachchidananda Swamiji says Bhajan singing (singing of God's name) is one of the main methods that Sri Ganapati Sachchidananda Swamiji propagates as a part of the Yoga System. According to Sri Swamiji, "The chanting and singing of God's name is the sheet anchor in all critical situations and crisis. In this Kali Yuga, Divya Naama Sankeertana (singing of God's name) is the easiest and the most effective means to invoke the mercy of the Lord." As He often says, "Just as Bhojana (food) is for the body, Bhajans are for the Soul". Pujya Sri Swamiji has composed thousands of devotional bhajans in different languages. Devotees of Sri Swamiji gather in Satsang groups all over the world to sing Sri Swamiji's soul-stirring Bhajans. Many devotees experience that this is one of the best ways to feel divine presence in their hearts. Benefits of Singing Bhajan Devotional singing, known as bhajans or kirtan, can help to quiet the mind so that the heart can open to the divine, allowing us to taste the blissful reality that is our true nature. It is a participatory spiritual practice in which everyone is encouraged to sing and express their inner joy. Devotion, not musical ability, is the most important aspect of kirtan. To gain concentration in this age of materialism, bhajan is easier than meditation. By loud singing, other distracting sounds will be overcome and concentration will be achieved. Bhajan, concentration and meditation, this is the progression. Bhajan is important for the devotee because it is intimate and free in expression. Bhajan preserves India’s rich legacy of devotion, wisdom and mysticism from saints like Meerabai, Tulsidas, Kabir, Surdas, Thyagaraja, Purandaradasa, Tukaram, Namdev, and many, many others. Donations are appreciated; By Zelle: ghhfusaorg@gmail.com PayPal: savetemples.org By Check: You can also send a check payable to GHHF,14726 Harmony Lane, Frisco, TX 75035. It is tax-deductible. By Rupees: call 601-918-7111; +91 83096 43979 {{album_1247}}