Guru Poornima Message from Sri Swamiji
Sri Swamiji celebrated the special occasion at the holy kshetras of Senganoor and Govindapuram, near Kumbakonam in Tamil Nadu. That night was a rare total lunar eclipse, an extremely auspicious time to perform Nama sankirtan. So on Guru Poornima night, at Govindapuram (the hallowed ‘Nama’ kshetra that is home to the jiva samadhi of the great saint Sri Bhagavan Nama Bodhendra Saraswati Swami), at Chaitanya Kuteeram (the abode of Lord Jagannatha and Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu himself), under the shining full moon, blissful Mahamantra kirtan was performed. During the day, as part of the celebrations at Senganoor, Sri Swamiji gave a brief upanyasam about the significance of Guru Poornima and the importance of the Guru.
Importance Of Spiritual Path For Kids
Why is spiritual foundation for a child necessary? What is the difference between a child that grows imbued with spirituality versus the rest? How can we provide the much required dose of spiritual nourishment to the child in this day and age?
Cherished Memoirs 62 – Sri Swamiji’s Simple but Profound Insight on the Purpose of Human Birth
“Cherrished Memoirs” series chronicles interesting experiences recounted by the devotees of HH Maharanyam Sri Sri Muralidhara Swamiji. In this episode, Dr. Bhagyanathanji pens profound thoughts on the purpose of human birth shared by Sri Swamiji recently.
Vedantha Athichoodi – Orumaiyudan dhyanam sei
“Athichoodi” is a type of poetic work (in Tamil) that comprises of a collection of one-line philosophical verses. H H Sri Sri Muralidhara Swamiji has composed a “Vedanta Athichoodi”, a poetic work that speaks of life’s most important principles. Every month we take one verse from Sri Swamiji’s “Vedanta Athichoodi” and expound on it. This time, it is the tenth verse – Orumaiyudan Dhyaanam Sei.
Kid’s Quiz – Ajanta and Ellora Caves
Hey kids! Care to test your knowledge about Indian temple architecture? Let us take you through the caves of Ajanta and Ellora and see if this quiz challenge helps you learn about the caves…
Kardama and Devahuti
The Lord descended down as Kapila. This was the result of the sage Kardhama’s steadfast penance and the Lord’s compassion. He showered his grace on his mother Devahuti. Srimad Bhagavatam gives us a nectarine account of this story…. and a teenager from California retells the story for us.
Experience in International Gopa Kuteeram Camp, India July 2018
For kids growing in the West, how would a jaunt into their core culture and tradition feel? Getting back to their roots…. This summer, GOD had arranged a two-day camp designed especially for children that live outside India on July 16-17. The kids were exposed to a variety of Indian traditions – from art, archaeology, entertainment, customs, ethics, science and what not – all rooted in the Indian tradition. One of the young participants gives an account of the enriching experience.
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Located in the southern suburb of Houston in the border of Manvel and Pearland, the Houston Namadwaar serves as a a spiritual powerhouse of divinity. The Namadwaar is a prayer house powered by Nama Sankirtan - Chanting the Divine Name - the Mahamantra. The Namadwaar is rooted in the ancient Hindu philosophy of 'Bhakti' - love unto the Supreme Universal Truth manifested in the form of the Divine Lordships - Sri Radha - Sri Krishna. The Divine Couple - Sri Madhuri Sakhi sameta Sri Premika Varadhan - reside in Namadwaar, bestowing love and compassion on one and all visiting the Namadwaar.Any one irrespective of race, religion, gender and creed can visit Namadwaar and place their prayers unto the Divine by chanting the Mahamantra. Click here for our hours.
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Summer Camps n Houston
Experience the essence of Indian Culture through its values, creativity, lifestyle and ancient wisdom in Pearland/Manvel area of Houston.
1. Sampradaya Camp
Indian culture and tradition themed camp with lots of fun and value-based workshops, activities, games and more.
Yoga, jewelry-making, gardening, art of rangoli, traditional games, stories, music and dance, field trip.
Ages 5-9 yrs
June 4-8
Registration: bit.ly/gksampradaya2018
2. Traditional Treasures Camp
Featuring unique sessions encouraging young minds to think beyond the mundane and improve the quality of their lives. This camp will be an eye-opener for all youngsters in many ways.
Special sessions on Yoga and Mindfulness, Compassionate Communication, Past Life & Rebirth, Science Math & Technology in Ancient India, Ayurvedic Medicine
Fun activities including Ethnic Art, Gardening, Culinary Arts, Games, Field Trip and more.
Ages 10-15 yrs
June 11-15
Registration: bit.ly/gktreasures2018
Call 281-516-1596 for more info.