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SN SOS Answer The Call for SEVA

by Mahindra Bisram The call for action came and Surya Narayan Seva Outreach Sang answered.   On 9/4/11 SN SOS held a blood drive in conjunction with the Hindu Temples’ National…



Lord Shiva – Maha Shiv Ratri

Ishwara as Lord Shiva is generally worshipped in a particular form known as LINGA. The word ‘linga’ in Sanskrit means a symbol.  The derivation of the word is "lingyate budhyate…


The Power of Mantras

"Mananaat traayate iti mantraha" (That which uplifts by constant repetition is a Mantra.) A mantra is a mystic formula put together by the Rishis and Munis through divine inspiration for…


Havan Yagna

Havan Yagna is as ancient as this world, for it is prescribed in the oldest of texts-the Vedas. In its physical form, Havan Yagna is a devotional offering of havan…



Diwali Message

Blessed Self, Sitaram, Adorations and wishes of prosperity on this most auspicious and blessed day.  In the hustle & bustle of our daily living, shall we take a moment to…


SEVA Saturday

Seva (Selfless Service without any expectation of result) is the greatest form of purification of past karmas. Our Shastras declare that it is only through selfless action that man can…


Kartik Snaan Celebrations

My adorations to all, Greetings and best wishes on the occasion of Kartik Snaan. As you are aware, the entire month of Kartik (8th lunar month named after Kartikeaya) is…