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| RAKHI – RAKSHA BANDHAN RAKHI – RAKSHA BANDHAN Aug 19 all-day Raksha Bandhan or Rakhi (The Thread of Sibling Love) is a special occasion to celebrate this “Sibling Love” bonding by tying a holy thread around the wrist. This thread, which pulsates with... | ||||||
| Sunday Bhajan and Satsang 11:30 am Sunday Bhajan and Satsang Aug 25 @ 11:30 am – 1:00 pm  Every Sunday, we have SATSANG (Bhajans, kirtans, Kathas etc.) From 11:30 AM – 01:00 PM followed by Aarti and Prasadam (Lunch) | SRI KRISHNA JANMASHTAMI 8:00 pm SRI KRISHNA JANMASHTAMI Aug 26 @ 8:00 pm – Aug 27 @ 12:30 am  Temple Janmashtami Flyer The Krishna Janmashtami festival marks the birth of Krishna, one of the most popular Gods in the Hindu pantheon. Krishna is perceived by most Hindus to be... |
Raksha Bandhan or Rakhi (The Thread of Sibling Love) is a special occasion to celebrate this “Sibling Love” bonding by tying a holy thread around the wrist. This thread, which pulsates with sisterly love and sublime sentiments, is rightly called the Rakhi since it means “a bond of protection,” and Raksha Bandhan signifies that the strong must protect the weak from all that’s evil.
The ritual is observed on the full moon day of the Hindu month of Shravan, on which sisters tie the sacred Rakhi string on their brothers’ right wrists, and pray for their long lives. Rakhis are ideally made of silk with gold and silver threads, beautifully crafted embroidered sequins, and studded with semi-precious stones.
Every Sunday, we have SATSANG (Bhajans, kirtans, Kathas etc.)
From 11:30 AM – 01:00 PM followed by Aarti and Prasadam (Lunch)
The Krishna Janmashtami festival marks the birth of Krishna, one of the most popular Gods in the Hindu pantheon.
Krishna is perceived by most Hindus to be an avatar (incarnation) of Vishnu, who is regarded as the highest avatar. It is believed that all other deities are manifestations of him. Krishna is considered to be a warrior, hero, teacher and philosopher by Hindus.
Krishna’s birthday is celebrated eight days after Raksha Bandhan in the month of Sravana and celebrations are spread over two days.The first day is called Krishan Ashtami or Gokul Ashtami. The second day is known as Kaal Ashtami or more popularly Janam Ashtami.
Every Sunday, we have SATSANG (Bhajans, kirtans, Kathas etc.)
From 11:30 AM – 01:00 PM followed by Aarti and Prasadam (Lunch)
Ganesh Chaturthi is celebrated as birth anniversary of Lord Ganesh. On Ganesh Chaturthi, Lord Ganesh is worshipped as the god of wisdom, prosperity and good fortune. It is believed that Lord Ganesh was born during Shukla Paksha of Bhadrapada month. Currently Ganesh Chaturthi day falls in month of August or September in English calendar.
The Ganeshotsav, the festivity of Ganesh Chaturthi, ends after 10 days on Anant Chaturdashi which is also known as Ganesh Visarjan day. On Anant Chaturdashi, devotees immerse idol of Lord Ganesh in water body after a gala street procession.
Every Sunday, we have SATSANG (Bhajans, kirtans, Kathas etc.)
From 11:30 AM – 01:00 PM followed by Aarti and Prasadam (Lunch)
Ganesh Visarjana Puja and Visaraja
Followed by Arti and Prasad.
Every Sunday, we have SATSANG (Bhajans, kirtans, Kathas etc.)
From 11:30 AM – 01:00 PM followed by Aarti and Prasadam (Lunch)
Shradh or Pitru Paksha is a period when Hindus remember their ancestors by offering prayers. ‘Shradh’ is a way of expressing heartfelt gratitude towards parents who are no more, for having helped them be what they are today. According to scriptures, rituals performed during ‘shradh’ bring peace to the departed.
‘Pitru Paksha’ is the period from ‘Bhadrapada Purnima’ to ‘Sarvapitri Amavasya’. ‘Pitru Paksha’ is considered by Hindus to be inauspicious as the death rites are performed during ‘Shradh’ or ‘Tarpan’. The last day of ‘Pitru Paksha’ is known as ‘Sarvapitri Amavasya’. It is also known as ‘Pitru Amavasya’ or simply ‘Mahalaya’. It is the most significant day of ‘Pitru Paksha’.
If you would like to host the Mata Ki Chowki at Shree Radhey Shyam Temple, Contact : Raja Sharma 708-822-6656
Maa Durga is revered as the Mother Goddess among the Hindu Goddesses. Mata Ki Chowki is a short-duration Kirtan that can be done at any time of day, at any time of year. The essence behind performing the Mata Ki Chowki is to fulfil one’s wishes. This Puja ceremony involves the gathering of many worshipers who spend three hours singing hymns in her praise in order to please the Goddess so that she can grant them their wishes. Mata ki chowki includes kirtans and bhajans which are performed in the respect to Mata Durga, Mata Laxmi, Mata Kaali, Saraswati, and Annapurna.
