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[GHHF] Gala Dinner on November 16th, 2024; RSVP Requested

Global Hindu Heritage Foundation is planning a Volunteer Appreciation Day and Annual Fundraising Event on November 16 (Saturday) at 6:00pm.

12 Nov 2024

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[GHHF] Gala Dinner on November 16th, 2024; RSVP Requested

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.
12 Nov 2024

[GHHF] Indian Americans are lauded at Diwali function for their service and patriotism.

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}}
11 Nov 2024

[GHHF] Shiva Puja and Abhishekam was conducted in a Dalit Community in a Karidipalli Village in Anantapur District for blessings and fulfilment of wishes.

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}}
10 Nov 2024

[GHHF] Bhajans are being organized in the villages to quiet the minds, to create concentration and invoke the presence of Divine.

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}}
09 Nov 2024

[GHHF] Bala Samskar Students learned that Pride is not worth bragging about; Every one’s Uniqueness is their strength.

Global Hindu Heritage Foundation teaches about morals and ethics to children. We realized that children seem to understand morals and concepts better when we relate those to animals and their lives. The Owl, Cheetah and The Lion full story is one such short story that teaches a very important value that we must abide by throughout our lives. Teaching our children these values at a young age will help them practice and inculcate them in the long run. It will help build strong and independent minds driven toward excellence and success. Read further the story of Lion, Cheetah and Owl.  There are three Characters in the story:  Lion – King of the jungle, thinks he is very strong. Cheetah – A fast running cheetah, it also thinks it is the best. Owl – A wise owl tries to settle a fight between a lion and a leopard. (Scene: In the middle of a forest. A lion proudly roams around observing its surroundings.) Lion (proudly): I am the king of this jungle. There is no one stronger than me. They tremble at the sight of me in this forest. (Meanwhile Cheetah reaches there.) Cheetah (proudly): Ha ha! Are you a lion You may be strong, but I hunt with my speed without thinking. No animal can match my speed! Lion (with his pride): What is your speed, chiru? There must be strength, strength. Without strength, speed is useless. Cheetah (still proud): No need for strength, Lion. If I have speed, I can't be caught by anyone. No one can catch me!  (Both get into an argument.) (Scene: An owl sits by the side of a forest and observes an argument between a lion and a leopard.) Owl (to lion and cheetah): Hey lion, cheetah! There is nothing to argue about. You are both great. But let's put a test to find out who is really the greatest among you. You both go hunting at the same time. Whoever catches the beast wins first. Lion (proudly): Well, I'll catch the beast right away. Cheetah (proudly): Enough! I'll get to it sooner! Owl: Okay. Go and try your best. (Scene: A lion and a cheetah set out for hunting at the same time. The cheetah rushes ahead with its speed and immediately catches the nearest wild boar.) Cheetah (triumphantly): Look! I already caught this wild boar with my speed. (The lion goes after it but sees the leopard with the wild boar.) Then the wild boar injures the leopard and tries to escape. Immediately the lion goes and kills the wild boar with his strength. (The owl arrives.) Owl (to Cheetah): Cheetah, you have speed, that's right. But the lion works with strength as well as intelligence. Also, the lion has no speed. Everyone's uniqueness is their strength. Don't flaunt your uniqueness with others. Focus on your potential. To the words of the lion and the cheetah, the owl says, "You are right, my friend." Owl: That's why, friends, pride is not worth it. Everyone is great in their own capacity. You two, the lion and the leopard, must be irreconcilable friends. 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_1246}}
08 Nov 2024

[GHHF] Bala Samskar Kendra Students learned about Chittaranjan Das who was called Desbandhu for his role in freedom Struggle.

Global Hindu Heritage Foundation is extremely happy to inform that our Bala Samskar students learned about Sri Chittaranjan Das who fought for the Independence of India. Chittaranjan Das was born on 5 November 1870 in Calcutta, Bengal (now Kolkata), to an educated family. His father, Bhuvana Mohan Das, was a noted lawyer and author. Chittaranjan Das early education was conducted at the famous Presidency College, Kolkata. Later, he went to England and continued his education as a barrister. After studying law, he returned to India and started his law practice in Kolkata. Chittaranjan Das made many sacrifices in the country's freedom struggle. He donated all his wealth to the national movement. Chittaranjan Das played a remarkable role in the freedom struggle with his bravery and patriotism. He was fondly called “Desbandhu” because his unwavering love and service to the people inspired everyone. In 1907, Aurobindo Ghosh was acquitted in the Alipore Bomb Conspiracy case. He also argued the cases against Bandopadhyay and Bipin Chandrapal and earned a reputation for arguing the cases of the activists. Not only Indians but also European jurists were amazed by their acumen in arguing the cases of many hanged revolutionaries and fighting for life imprisonment or less. The Jallianwala Bagh incident in 1919 deeply disturbed Chittaranjan Das. Chittaranjan was one of those who worked hard to bone Dyer and O'Dwyer, who were responsible for this incident. Ultimately, the British government set up the Hunter Commission to investigate the incident. Still, the British government created obstacles at every step, so the investigation could not be carried out smoothly. Das was not only advocating the cases of freedom fighters but was also a very active participant in direct movements. Although he continued to be an active member of the National Congress Party, he resigned from the Congress Party and founded the Swaraj Party as he did not like the trend of the moderate leaders there. Recognizing the need for national education, he established the National College and appointed Netaji Bose as the first principal. Exhausted from the agitations, Das went to Darjeeling for rest and passed away there. When his body arrived in Calcutta, nearly three lakh people attended. He was a man who strongly aspired for India not only to achieve independence but also to retain its past glory and cultural legacy. Chittaranjan Das said: "A nation that does not remember its forefathers, a nation that forgets its glorious past, has no future." A nation that abandons its moral and cultural heritage will not survive.” In the present time, Hindus are abandoning their Swadharma and embracing Paradharma, forgetting their roots, culture, customs, and traditions, and following Western culture and abandoning our Hindu Dharma. If our Hindu society does not wake up when other religions are prevailing like this, our Hindu race will not survive. Already, the Western countries have left their culture and are following that our Indian culture is great, and this is the source of the world. We Indians should also protect our Hindu culture and our Hindu Dharma by following our customs and traditions without falling into the trap of other religions. 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_1244}}
07 Nov 2024

[GHHF] Gau Puja is being performed regularly for the benefit of bestowing wealth, happiness and Prosperity.

Global Hindu Heritage Foundation is constantly working at the ground level in remote villages, hilly areas, tribal areas and in Dalit communities to make them participate in various rituals known for creating peace of mind and granting the wishes fulfilled. As many of us are aware that many of the activities done in groups and Temples are done for Loka Kalyanam (universal welfare). Over the years, secular concepts have swept through many Hindus whereby they have neglected spiritual and religious obligations. It is the intent of GHHF to revive these pujas, Homas and Abhishekams to revitalize the villages and give people opportunities to participate in these rituals irrespective of the case and creed.  GHHF would like to thank Nagabhushanam, who lives in a Dalit Wada of Andepalli village of Kambaduru Village of Kalyandurg District of Andhra Pradesh. He requested GHHF to organize Intinta Shiva Kalyanam inviting more than 75 people from the community. This kind of event brings all community people together to participate thereby creating more unity and harmony among these people. Why is Gau Puja Important?  Cows are a manifestation of the Mother Goddess Gau Mata. Hindus believe the cow to be a sacred animal, providing life-sustaining milk. This milk is considered the divine prasadam or holy offering, and on select festivals, she is decorated and worshiped. As per the legend, during Samudra Mantana, “Many gems, animal and gods emerged from ocean churning which took place between Gods and Demons. Kamadhenu, the divine also emerged during ocean churning which has the capacity to fulfil every desire. Once Kamadhenu reached the ashram of sage Vasishta. King Dilipan was childless. Hence, sage Vasishta advised him to worship Kamadhenu to obtain a child. The king started worshipping Kamadhenu and he was blessed with a child. Kamadhenu also helped sage Vashista in building up an army to fight a battle against Vishwamitra who wanted to take away Kamadhenu.” Gau puja represents the worship of Goddess Kamadhenu, the Gomata. She fulfills all your wishes. Performing Gou Pooja can remove all negativity and bestow you with wealth, happiness, and prosperity in life. Cows help to remove poverty, by giving health, wealth and comfort. The worshipping cow may remove the deadliest sins. Worshipping cows helps to repay debts and to overcome enemies. Nearly 36 deities have taken abode in the body of a cow and hence it is a sin to harm it. The base of cow horns is an abode of Lord Brahma and Lord Vishnu. Lord Shiva resides in the forehead and Goddess Uma resides in the middle of the forehead. The nose is an abode of Lord Ganesh, and the nose tip is the abode of Murugan. Lord Yama resides in the heart; holy river Yamuna resides in cow dung while Goddess Lakshmi resides at the hind part of the cow. The sages, rishis reside in the hair of the cow and other gods reside at the base of the tail. 33 crore deities reside in cows It is believed that the cow originated during the churning of the ocean and 33 crore deities reside in the cow. By worshiping them, God becomes pleased and bestows blessings. Due to which whatever problem occurs gets eliminated and if someone is sick or unwell then health improves. By the grace of Mother Cow, one gets financial benefits and wealth increases. According to the scriptures, 33 crore gods and goddesses reside in the cow. It is believed that if a cow is worshiped and served as per the rituals on the day of Gopashtami, then one receives the blessings of the Gods and Goddesses. By worshiping the cow, Shri Krishna becomes happy and showers blessings on his devotees. Worshiping cow on Gopashtami brings happiness, prosperity and peace in the house. On the day of Gopashtami, along with worshiping Mother Cow and Girdhar, one should also read the story. This results in virtue. According to Bhavishya Purana, cow is the form of Lakshmi. Sun and Moon reside in the eyes of the cow, Rudra in the mouth, Vishnu in the neck, all the gods and goddesses in the middle of the body and Brahma resides in the back part. Therefore, all the gods and goddesses including Goddess Lakshmi are pleased by the worship of the cow and its calf. 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_1243}}  
06 Nov 2024

[GHHF] Bala Samskar Students practiced Bhramari Pranayama and performed Surya Namaskar to accrue health and mental Benefits.

Global Hindu Heritage Foundation has been consistently working to preserve and protect our Sanatana Dharma for decades.  We started Bala Samskar about three years ago with only a few schools. We have expanded to about 200 villages to ensure that our children are protected from allurement and enticement.  Every Sunday, we include Surya Namaskar's activity in our syllabus.  Bhramari Pranayama Bhramari pranayama derives its name from the black Indian bee called Bhramari and pranayama meaning breathing technique. The exercise is performed by sitting comfortably in a calm place with your eyes closed. The students are asked to place their thumb in the ear canal or on tragal cartilage to gently block the ear canal. The index finger is placed over the eyebrow, and the other fingers are used to close the eyes. Then, the students are asked to take a deep breath and exhale slowly through their nose, making a loud humming sound and focusing their attention on the areas between the eyebrows. The process is repeated five times/session. The students are taught the pranayama and asked to perform the pranayama. What is Surya Namaskar?  In Sanskrit, Surya means sun, and Namaskar means greeting or salutation. Surya Namaskar is then a greeting to the sun!  Surya Namaskar mirrors the natural rhythms of our world, echoing the twenty-four hours of the day, twelve zodiac phases, and the biorhythms of the body. It is an ancient ritual of twelve steps that warms up the body, preparing it for yoga practice. That is why it is practiced at the beginning of a yoga class. This warming sequence has a rich history and holistic benefits for the body and mind. Read more to find out about this widely known and ancient yoga practice!  The Benefits of Surya Namaskar  Various studies are emerging investigating the physical and mental health benefits of Surya Namaskar and yoga. As Western and Eastern medical systems merge, the energetic benefits of Surya Namaskara also emerge. Here, we look at some of these benefits and the connection between Surya Namaskar and the chakras.   1.    Strengthens the leg muscles and spine. 2.    Relieves in indigestion and constipation. 3.    It improves posture and calms the mind. 4.    It improves the flexibility of the back and spine. 5.    Strengthens the back muscle and relieves build up tension.  6.     It helps improve blood circulation and strengthen heart function.  7.    It also enhances resting cardiovascular parameters such as systolic blood pressure, diastolic blood pressure, and pulse pressure.  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_1242}}
05 Nov 2024

[GHHF] Bala Samskar Kendra of Kumbha, Assam organized Art Competition and a drama on the life of "Ramakrishna"

Global Hindu Heritage Foundation is pleased to inform that Bala Samskar Kendras are doing numerous activities to stimulate the minds of our children and introduce them to appreciate various talents couched in Hindu Dharma. To celebrate the occasion of Deepavali, Bala Samskar Kendra organized an art competition and a drama depicting the story of Ramakrishna Paramahamsa. The students used their dexterity, imagination, concentration and skill to draw pictures of Kali, Devi, Buddha, Ganesh, and others.  Why do encourage them to draw these pictures?” Art can help us understand our history, our Deities, our images, our structure, our lives ecology and Panchabhutas, It allows students express their thoughts, feelings and emotions which enable them to make the express in pictures. Why art is important: 1)    It promotes expression and creativity 2)     It helps all of us develop necessary soft skills 3)    It provides historical context 4)    Art leads to healthy and thoughtful cultural discussions 5)    It gives us a place to gather as a society Played Ramakrishna Drama.     Students dressed up like Ramakrishna Paramahamsa, Swami Vivekananda, Sharada Devi and others to the real history Sri Ramakrishna. The drama will inspire the students to emulate the greatness and spirituality of the saint. Ramakrishna was initiated into Sanyaas or formal life of an ascetic during 1865 from Monk Totapuri. Totatpuri guided Ramakrishna through the rituals of renunciation and instructed him the teachings of Advaita Vedanta, Hindu philosophies dealing with non-dualism of spirit, and importance of Brahman. It was now that Ramakrishna attained his highest spiritual realization. He thought only of Mother-Goddess Kali and constantly invoked her, but to no avail. Despair took possession of him. He decided that he was not giving enough, not showing enough love and that he had to eliminate all prejudices and attachments. Then he destroyed all his small property. In fact, Mother Kali appeared before him. Numerous spiritual experiences began to come to him, and wonderful visions appeared. From that day on, he constantly strove to repeat this state of deep immersion in the Divine consciousness – the state of trance (Samadhi) and plunged into it deeper and deeper. His way of worshiping the Divine Mother became even more non-canonical: for Ramakrishna, Mother was no longer a statue to be worshiped in a strictly prescribed manner. Now She was real, much more real than the world around her. Foremost among his innumerable disciples was Swami Vivekananda, who was instrumental in establishing the philosophy of Ramakrishna at a global stage. Vivekananda established the Ramakrishna Mission in 1897 to carry out the visions of his Guru Ramakrishna and dedicated the establishment in servitude of the society.  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_1241}}
04 Nov 2024

GHHF Bala Samskar Kendra Students learned about Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, who was called Deshapita, unified various Princely States into India.

Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel was one of the great freedom fighters of India and played a vital role in uniting our country. We fondly call him "Bharata Ekta Murthy" "Despitha". Patel became a popular leader due to his strong decision-making power, specific goals and actions taken for the welfare of the people. childhood life Vallabhbhai Patel was born in a small village in the state of Gujarat. From childhood he was good and studied hard. Patel went to England and studied law there and became a lawyer. Contribution of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel in unification of India Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel's contribution to the unification of India in the years after independence from British rule is untold. After India's independence in 1947, there were 562 princely states that were not directly under British control. Sardar Patel was entrusted with the challenge of integrating these princely states into the newly formed Indian Union. Through a combination of diplomacy, persuasion and force he succeeded in bringing these states under the umbrella of the Government of India. Hyderabad, Junagadh, and Kashmir issues * Hyderabad: The Nizam ruler initially wanted independence, but later negotiated with Pakistan and brutally persecuted Hindus. With this, Patel added Hyderabad to India through "Police Action". * Junagadh: The Junagadh state decided to join Pakistan, but the people wanted to stay in India. Junagadh was integrated into India by Patel's actions. * Kashmir: The state of Kashmir was also annexed to India on Patel's initiative when Pakistan wanted to occupy it. He was instrumental in setting up the Indian Administrative Service (IAS), which became the backbone of India's civil services. He himself called it the iron frame of India. Promoting National Integration: He promoted the idea of India as one nation and emphasized that the nation should stand together despite its diversity. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel's immense contributions earned him the title "Iron Man of India". To recognize his role in national unity, a tall statue of Sardar Patel known as the "Statue of Unity" was erected in Kevadia, Gujarat. Honors and accolades * Iron Man of India: Earned the title "Iron Man of India" for his unparalleled role in promoting the unity and integrity of India. * Bharat Ratna: In 1991, he was posthumously awarded Bharat Ratna, the country's highest civilian award. * National Unity Day: In 2014, the Government of India launched Rashtriya Ekta Divas or National Unity Day to commemorate the birth anniversary of Sardar Patel. * Statue of Unity: A statue of Sardar Patel was unveiled on October 31, 2018, at Kevadia, Gujarat on the occasion of his 143rd birth anniversary. This statue is known as the Statue of Unity and is the tallest statue in the world. * Sardar Sarovar Dam: The Sardar Sarovar Dam in Gujarat, built on the Narmada River, is named in his honor. * Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel National Police Academy: These prestigious police officer training institute located in Hyderabad is named after Sardar Patel. Sardar Patel's services to India will never be forgotten. His life teaches us a great lesson about self-confidence, determination and patriotism. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel's leadership, diplomacy and tough decisions made India a united nation. Without his leadership, India would have been divided into smaller states. 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_1240}}
03 Nov 2024

Upcoming Event

GHHF GALA DINNER 2024
  • Dr. Prakasa Rao Velagapudi
  • November 16, 2024; Saturday
  • 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM CST
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