BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha

Join us for the second installment of the History of Mandirs series, as we delve into the progression of mandirs from the 4th century to the 11th century. During this era, mandirs transitioned to become permanent landmarks, showcasing the rich diversity of architectural styles from across India. #Mandir #History #Shilpashastra #Ellora #Udaygiri #Khajuraaho #Kanchipuram #Srirangam

Mandir, Sanskrit for a Hindu place of worship, holds profound significance in Hinduism. Explore a new 8-part series on mandirs, delving into their historical and cultural evolution as architectural marvels and their roles throughout the ages. The earliest mandirs served as temporary Vedic altars, and this segment narrates the story of their initial manifestations in Hinduism. #Mandir #History

Today marks the auspicious occasion of Jal Jhilani, or Parivartani, Ekadashi. On this day, the murti (sacred image of God) is brought onto a body of water. The festival allows us to reflect upon the important role God and guru play in the high and low tides of life's journey. #Jaljhilani #God #guru #water

As children, parents are the decision makers in our lives.  But once we are on our own, we are the arbiter of our choices.  A program by young professionals highlighted how maintaining spirituality during these key years of life have helped in life today and in the future. #yuva #career #family #akshardham

Focusing on differences is easy. We all look different, have unique fingerprints, and diverse preferences. Yet, in the bigger picture, we share common needs: air, food, water, and shelter. Understanding that our commonalities far outweigh our differences fosters peace and harmony. Ancient Hindu texts conveyed this with 'Vasudhaiva Kutambakam' (The World is One Family). #VasudhaivaKutambakam #Equality #Family

Ganpati Bappa Morya!! We honor the beloved Shri Ganeshji, revered for exemplifying patience, duty and respect towards all. We pray to him to remove obstacles and to instill in each of us the humility and patience which is at the core of his essence. Happy Ganesh Chaturthi! #ganeshchaturthi #baps

The 9th and final form of bhakti that Hindus perform is atmanivedanam. This is to behave in a way that you understand that you are not the body, but your true essence is your soul. #atmanivedanam #bhakti #soul

On September 13, 1933, in a small town called Jabalpur in India, a baby boy named Vinu was born. 90 years later, millions of devotees around the world and thousands at @akshardhamusa enthusiastically celebrated his birthday. Everyone prayed that the humility, tolerance, compassion, and love that he has shown the world forever resonates in all.

The Hindu concept of moksha, or the cessation of the cycle of reincarnation, is explained in this final part of our Understanding Life & Afterlife series. #reincarnation #moksha #hinduism #spirituality #baps #hindu

On September 13, 2023, His Holiness Mahant Swami Maharaj performed the sacred ceremony of Dhaja Dand Pujan (consecration of the golden flag poles) at BAPS Swaminarayan Akshardham in Robbinsville, NJ. The 22 magnificent dhaja dands will sit atop the Mahamandir at @akshardhamusa , infusing the entire campus with a heightened sense of divinity. Flags will fly high on the glimmering poles, a tangible reminder that where there is God and faith, there is victory.

Happy Birthday to His Holiness Mahant Swami Maharaj! We offer prayers at his holy feet that may his life of love, unity, simplicity, humility and service always inspire us. #mahantswami #guru #birthday

Engaging with God as a close friend is considered a form of devotion in Hinduism. Seeing God in everyone and treating them with friendship and compassion is an extension of sakhyam. #Sakhyam #bhakti #friendship