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Port Shepstone temples to observe Varalakshmi prayer

The special prayer will be observed on August 21 and includes hawan, devotional offerings, and the traditional tying of sacred strings.

Hindu temples in the Port Shepstone area will observe Varalakshmi Vratham prayer on August 21.

Varalakshmi prayer, or Varalakshmi Vratham, is a sacred Hindu ritual dedicated to Goddess Lakshmi. Devotees pray for good health, wealth, wisdom, and family harmony.

The prayer will be observed at the following temples: Umbango Sri Siva Soobramoniar Alayam at 18:00, Port Shepstone and District Tamil Association at 18:00, and the Shree Hanuman Sanathan Dharma Sabha Mandir at 18:00.

The special Friday observance includes hawan, devotional offerings, and the traditional tying of sacred prayer strings.

* Umbango Temple will also observe Naag Panchami on August 17 at 18:30. Devotees can bring their offerings. A Muruga Shasti prayer will be held on August 18 at 18:30. For further information, contact Kevin on 083-375-3876 or Cohen on 076-406-2386.

* The Shree Hanuaman Sanathan Dharma Sabha will observe Naag Panchami on August 17 at 18:00. Gita Week and Krishna Janmashtami will be observed from August 28 to September 3. Weekday programme starts at 18:00 and on weekends at 15:00. For further information, contact Veena on 067-068-8282 or Vajayanthi on 074-131-9300.

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