The Shree Raam Narayan Temple hosted a vibrant, well-attended two-day event comprising the Ganga puja and Pancho puja.

The Ganga puja, held at My Den on the beach on August 1, was an uplifting experience. Devotees gathered to pay homage to the ocean, as water is regarded as the source of life and is revered in Hinduism.

The temple’s PRO, Seetha Sukai, said the sacred Ganga River in India is renowned for its purity and spiritual significance, attracting millions of pilgrims every year.

“Although we could not offer our prayers at the Ganga River itself, we were blessed to offer prayers using Ganga Jal (holy water). The peaceful surroundings, the soothing sound of the waves, the melodious bhajans presented by Vernon Govender and his bhajan group, and the delicious refreshments contributed to the success of this memorable occasion. We extend our sincere appreciation to all families for sponsoring the prayer,” said Seetha.

The Pancho puja programme on August 2 was equally inspiring as members celebrated the Divine Mother, beautifully represented by seven remarkable ladies. The many forms of the Divine Mother were thoughtfully explained by Pundit Piyush Mishra, the resident priest, who recently returned from India.

This special celebration also marked the 50th anniversary of the Port Shepstone and District Sanathan Dharma Sabha, as well as the 30th anniversary of the Shree Raam Narayan Mandir. Seetha shared the rich history of the organisation and reflected on its inspiring 50-year journey.

Guest speaker Dick Basday delivered an insightful address, highlighting the importance of understanding and preserving the Hindu traditions and values as the foundation of Hinduism. The audience was further inspired by the melodious kirtans performed by local band Sheppie Nagara.

The temple thanks all who attended and supported the wonderful celebrations.

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