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Deities & Worship


ISSO NASVILLE MURTI PRATISHTHA PROGRAM

WEDNESDAY, MAY 21, 2025

Yogna: 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM

              2:00 PM to 5:00 PM

Pothi Yatra: 4:00 PM

Deep Pragatya: 4:30 PM

Katha: 5:00 PM

WEDNESDAY, MAY 22, 2025

Yogna: 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM

              2:00 PM to 5:00 PM

Katha: 4:00 PM

Krishna Janmotsav: 6:00 PM

Sanskrutik Programe: 8:00 PM

FRIDAY, MAY 23, 2025

Yogna: 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM

Samuh Mahapooja: 9:00 AM

Shobhayatra: 3:00 PM

Mandir Dwar Poojan, Katha: 5:00 PM

Mharajshree’s Aashirvachan: 6:00 AM

SATURDAY, MAY 24, 2025

Murti Pratishtha & Abhishek: 6:00 AM

Prasangik Sabha: 10:00 AM

Yajman & Guest Sanman: 11:00 AM

Annakut Aarti: 12:00 PM

Rojopchaar Pooja:4:00 PM

Pratham Sandhya Aarti:6:00 PM

Pratham Shayan Aarti:8:00 PM

Raas Garbha:8:30 PM

SUNDAY, MAY 25, 2025

Pratham Mangala Aarti:6:30 AM

Pratham Shangaar Aarti:8:00 AM

Katha:9:00 AM

Katha Purnahuti:11:00 AM

MAHAPRASAD WILL BE SERVED EVERYDAY

Breakfast:7:30 AM to 9:00 AM

Lunch:12:00 PM to 1:30 PM

Snacks:3:00 PM to 4:30 PM

Dinner:7:00 PM to 8:30 PM


Our projects
Swaminarayan Mandirs are dedicated primarily to Bhagwan Swaminarayan and follow Vaishnav traditions. The temples house various murtis (idols) of Hindu deities, with Lord Swaminarayan as the central figure.
Principal Deities Worshipped
Bhagwan Swaminarayan
  • As Sahajanand Swami or Harikrishna Maharaj (in human form).
  • As Sarvavyapi Lord Shree Swaminarayan(the Supreme God).
Nar-Narayan Dev
  • A divine form of Lord Vishnu as Narayana and his eternal companion Nara (his own incarnation as a sage).
  • Worshipped in temples such as Ahmedabad and Bhuj temples.
Laxmi-Narayan Dev
  • Lord Vishnu (Narayana) with Goddess Laxmi (the goddess of wealth and prosperity).
  • The Vadtal Temple is the main shrine of Laxmi-Narayan Dev Gadi.
Radha-Krishna Dev
  • Lord Krishna and Radha, representing divine love and devotion.
  • Worshipped in almost all Swaminarayan temples.
Ghanshyam Maharaj
  • The childhood form of Bhagwan Swaminarayan, often depicted as a young Krishna-like figure.
  • Worshipped with great devotion, especially in children’s assemblies.
Hanuman & Ganapati (Ganesha)

Lord Hanuman (for strength and devotion) and Ganesha (for wisdom and removal of obstacles) are often installed at the temple entrances.

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Forms of Worship & Rituals

                           Daily Puja (Worship)

  • Mangala Aarti (Early Morning Prayer) – Performed at sunrise to wake the deities.
  • Shangar Aarti & Darshan – Devotees offer ornaments, garments, and prayers.
  • Rajbhog Aarti – Midday worship with food offerings.
  • Sandhya Aarti (Evening Prayer) – Performed at sunset with devotional singing.
  • Shayan Aarti (Night Prayer) – Performed before putting the deities to rest.

                         Darshan (Sacred Viewing)

  • Temples have specific darshan timings when devotees can see and pray to the deities.
  • Murtis are adorned with beautiful garments and jewelry according to festivals and seasons.

                            Bhajans & Kirtans

Singing devotional songs in praise of Bhagwan Swaminarayan and Lord Krishna is a key aspect of worship.

                     Festivals & Celebrations

  • Janmashtami (Birth of Krishna)
  • Ram Navami & Swaminarayan Jayanti (Birth of Lord Rama & Swaminarayan)
  • Diwali & Annakut (New Year Celebrations)
  • Shikshapatri Jayanti (Sacred scripture anniversary)

             Abhishek (Sacred Bathing Ritual)

Many temples have Abhishek Mandaps, where devotees can perform a water offering on the murti of Bhagwan Swaminarayan.

             Mahaprasad (Sanctified Food Offering)

  • Devotees receive prasad (sanctified food) after prayers.
  • Some temples serve free meals or Annakut (grand food offering) during special occasions.

Special Features of Worship in Swaminarayan Temples
  • Strict vegetarianism is followed.
  • No intoxication, gambling, or immoral activities are allowed.
  • Disciplined daily rituals conducted by trained Swaminarayan saints (sadhus).
  • Spiritual discourses and scriptures, such as Vachanamrut, Shikshapatri, and Bhagavad Gita, are read and discussed regularly.