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Fall/Diwali 2012 Edition
PALM BEACH HINDU MANDIR
"Ano Bhadraha Kratavo Yantu Vishvataha"
"Let noble thoughts come from every side"
Shubh Diwali
Yatra 2012 Edition
“Teerath”
Ganga Puja
Sun Dec 2nd 7-9am
Boynton Beach, FL
Bhojan will be served.
“EkaDashi”
Lord Vishnu Puja
Sun Dec 9th
9-11am
16060 Okeechobee Blvd.,
Loxahatchee, FL
“Ramayan Katha”
Fri Dec 14th – Sun
16th
Royal Palm Beach
Cultural Center
“Atma Geet”
Sat Dec 22nd 6-10pm
Royal Palm Beach
Cultural Center
“Bhajan Mala ”
Mon Dec 31st
8-10pm
16060 Okeechobee Blvd.,
Loxahatchee, FL
Diwali – the festival of lights
One of the most widely
recognized Hindu festival,
Diwali, the “Festival of Lights”
which symbolizes the victory of
dharma or good over evil, is
the one of the most celebrated
festivals among. The word
Diwali is a variation of the
Sanskrit word Deepavali, and
refers to the rows of earthen
lamps Hindus place around
their homes. Hindus believe
that the light from these lamps
symbolizes the illumination
within the individual that
overwhelms
ignorance,
represented by darkness.
Some Hindus recognize Diwali
as a day celebrating the return
of the Lord Rama (the
incarnation of Lord Vishnu),
His wife Sita and brother
About Us
The Palm Beach Hindu Mandir
is a community organization in
Palm Beach County, Florida...a
501 (c) (3) not for profit
corporation
founded
in
November 2009. Our mission
is to spiritually uplift our
community and work toward a
greater good. We are tireless in
our efforts to educate our
youths, feed the hungry and
participate in other outreach
programs. We help those
Lakshman to their city,
Ayodhya, after 14 years of
exile. The residents of
Ayodhya, overjoyed at the
return of their beloved King, lit
lamps in His honor. Thus, the
entire city looked like a row of
lights.
Other
Hindus
commemorate Diwali as the
day Lord Krishna defeated the
demon Narakasura.
While there many reasons for
this celebration, Diwali is a
time
for dana (charitable
giving)
and seva (selfless
service). Helping others to
overcome suffering, such as
hunger, disease, and poverty,
is an essential component of
the Hindu tradition. Service is
worship, no less than
performing a puja or practicing
seeking spiritual healing and
enlightenment find the path
that will lead them to a higher
power. Our faith based
outreach serves people of all
races, creeds, and religions. We
do not discriminate. We merely
support our fellow man, and
serve as a guiding light.
Our community outreach
programs and youth initiatives
are designed to educate the
younger generation to maintain
their culture. We do not
meditation
scripture.
or
studying
In the spirit of Diwali, PBHM
urges you to donate your time
and resources for the
upliftment of those in need.
Remember to support your
favorite charities this Diwali
through both dana and seva.
"Give. Give with faith. Do not
give without faith. Give with
sensitivity. Give with a feeling
of abundance. Give with right
understanding." Taittiriya
Upanishad
require that you belong to any
particular religious affiliation
but we do ask that you return
one good deed with another.
This way, the cycle of
compassion and goodwill
continue indefinitely.
In Pursuit of our vision, our
primary goal is to ensure
young people realize their full
potential in transforming and
promoting Hindu dharma.
Follow us on Facebook and on
the web at wwww.pbhm.org.
Shining Light - by Sabita Sharma
As Hindu Americans, our country and our communities come a long way to shining the light of knowledge on what people know
about Hindu beliefs and traditions. Whether it is our neighbors who are aware of when we celebrate Diwali, or a congressman
who is now aware of this beautiful Hindus tradition, Hindu Americans have begun to impact what people know about Hindus and
how people respond to this awareness.
Changes may often seem simple. For instance, a school we read about where a majority of the families are Indian immigrants
reschedules the parent-teacher conferences originally planned for the evening of Diwali so that more parents can attend. But
some are bigger, acknowledging that we as a country are aware of the holiday of the Hindus who are also part of the diverse
religious landscape that is part of a country that prides itself on religious freedom. A resolution recognizing the religious and
historical significance of the festival of Diwali was introduced by the 112th US Congress in 2011 where Senators came together
paving the way for awareness and understanding, of the festival celebrated here and around the world.
We all look the same, when we turn off the light. But it's even better when we turn on the lights and realize that we make up
one nation—and one world—and honor and respect each other religious observances.
Palm Beach Hindu Mandir Construction to commence very soon – See Photo insert. Site work and building renovation to be
completed by December 31st 2012
Diwali Yatra - Sat Nov 17th 2012- Program Guide
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PBHM Youth Group
Board of Directors
Bill Singh
President
Sonny Deoroop
V-President
Veronica Singh
Secretary
Sabita Sharma
Asst- Secretary
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Rajshree Persaud
Asst Treasurer
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Sushiela Tulsi
SPIRITUAL ADVISER
PT. VISHNU SHARMA
PHONE:
(561) 352 1954
E-MAIL:
pbhindumandir@gmail.com
- The Palm Beach Hindu
Mandir Youth Group was
formed in 2009. There are
over twenty-five active
youth group members. The
Youth Group provides young
Hindus of the community an
opportunity to learn the
principles
of
Sanatan
Dharma; including customs
and traditions, learning
Indian instruments, singing
bhajans, etc.
The PBHM Youth Group also
participates in numerous
community service projects,
which have included a book
drive, clothing drive, and
beach clean-ups. One of the
practices that the youth
group has adopted is Yuvaa
Satsangh. On the first
Sunday of each month, the
Youth Group conducts the
entire satsangh, chanting
the mantras, singing the
bhajans, etc.
Over the summer, in
August, the Youth Group
hosted an evening of music:
“Eka Madhura Sama.” This
event helped raise funds for
the building of our mandir.
Those that attended heard
beautiful bhajans sung by
our youths. For the second
half of the program, the
youths sung classical,
popularized
Bollywood
songs. We plan to hold
similar evenings in the
future. Stay tuned, as the
youths are planning another
evening of music in spring of
2013!
-
Randy Deoroop,
Youth President
My Diwali – By PBHM Youths
Aaron:
"I like Diwali for many reasons, but my most favorite of all is the tradition of giving praises to our Heavenly Mother Lakshmi. On Diwali, we cook
and share food and sweets to family and friends, and I believe that this is one of the many ways we give praises to Mother Lakshmi, because we
are giving a form of charity in her name. Growing up, I remember always hearing the story of Shree Ram and Mother Seeta coming back home, and
the whole place of Ayodhya lit Diyas to light their way home, and to celebrate their homecoming. I also remember lighting diyas, cooking, sharing,
and eating sweets, and most of all, wishing everyone a Happy Diwali! Lakshmi Maa's Blessings to All!
Gajendra:
The reason why I like Diwali is because I can celebrate it with my friends and family. I cherish Diwali because we are able to express our culture
as proud Indians.
Sandhya:
I like Diwali because I get to learn new dances. I like it also because lighting diya around my house is fun. I like celebrating my culture especially
when it comes to Diwali.
Vikash:
Diwali is known as the Festival of Lights. Everyone and everything is made up of two things: light and darkness. When I say this, I mean that with
every darkness, there is a light. That light is known as Lakshmi Maa. Light and darkness are the opposite sides of the same coin. In my case, that
coin is the universe. This is what I like about Diwali. Other bad times are filled with darkness and despair. Sadness runs through our hearts.
However, at the same time, there is also light. This means on Diwali, Lakshmi Maa pulls us from this darkness, and into the light.
Amit:
I like Diwali because I get to play my tabla on the big stage. I also get to eat lots of samosa and drink soda. I have fun with my friends at diwali.
Randy:
Diwali is a time of year that I look forward too. Among the elements that I enjoy are the beautiful bhajans, dances, the lights, decorations,
and everything in general. The joy I feel during this holiday is truly indescribable!
Mandir located at 16060 Okeechobee Blvd., Loxahatchee, FL 33470
Spiritual Adviser: Pandit Vishnu Sharma.
www.pbhm.org
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