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12 to 17 December 1999
HH Pramukh Swami Maharaj's Vicharan
12 Dec 1999 to 17 Dec 1999, Tithal, India
The Sanstha's first Mandir on the sea shore of the Arabian Sea
Saints and devotees on the sea shore just outside the Mandir
The magnificent Mandir looking out to the sea is a testimony to the ancient tradition of Indian architecture
During the four day festival , the beautiful 5 -spired Mandir had more than 100,000 visitors
During the four day festival , the beautiful 5 -spired Mandir had more than 100,000 visitors
During the four day festival , the beautiful 5 -spired Mandir had more than 100,000 visitors
Deeply absorbed in prayers to the Lord
In his blessings, Swamishri writes that the Mandir in Kosamba, Valsad, will become a great place of pilgrimage, thousands will come for Darshan and attain Akshardham
In his blessings, Swamishri writes that the Mandir in Kosamba, Valsad, will become a great place of pilgrimage, thousands will come for Darshan and attain Akshardham
After offering Vedic pujan, Swamishri performs arti of the murtis
After doing darshan of each shrine in the Mandir
The inspirer in the forecourt of the Mandir
Devotees patiently waiting to perform the Maha-abhishek ceremony
Devotees patiently waiting to perform the Maha-abhishek ceremony
Devotees patiently waiting to perform the Maha-abhishek ceremony
Darshan of Mandir by night from the sea shore
Devotees throng the Mandir for darshan
Saints performing special aarti of 'Dariyadev' - The Sea God
Shri Harikrishna Maharaj and Shri Radha-Krishna Dev
Shri Akshar Purushottam Maharaj
Shri Ghanshyam Maharaj
Shri Harikrishna Maharaj
Lord Swaminarayan
Shri Ghanshyam Maharaj
Shri Shiv-Parvatiji with Ganpatiji
Shivling - the symbol for Shivji
Shri Sita-Ram and Hanumanji
Hanumanji - at the feet of Shri Sita-Ram
The newly-wed couples at the end of the ceremonies
73 grooms after receiving the blessings of Swamishri during the mass marriage arranged by the Sanstha
73 grooms after receiving the blessings of Swamishri during the mass marriage arranged by the Sanstha
Swamishri blessed more than 20 children and youths at their sacred thread ceremony, which was held parallely with the mass marriage
Swamishri blessed more than 20 children and youths at their sacred thread ceremony, which was held parallely with the mass marriage
Swamishri blessed more than 20 children and youths at their sacred thread ceremony, which was held parallely with the mass marriage
Swamishri honored after his arrival in Valsad.
Special assembly, at the Shree Swaminarayan Mandir, Tithal, in honor of the local Tandel volunteers who had offered their services for the Mandir
Special assembly, at the Shree Swaminarayan Mandir, Tithal, in honor of the local Tandel volunteers who had offered their services for the Mandir
Swamishri giving a rosary in appreciation to each Tandel volunteer
Members of Valsad City Council offering a Citation of Honor to Swamishri
Swamishri with devotees who had sacrificed their all for the Tithal Mandir
Divine Swamishri
Swamishri in devotional mood on the portico of the new Mandir
Tribal youth welcoming Swamishri with traditional music and dance
The motorcycle cavalcade getting ready to start off the procession
One of the spectacular folk dances being performed
Crowds watching the procession along the 5 km route
On the streets of Valsad the murtis of Shri Akshar Purushottam Maharaj, Shri Harikrishna Maharaj and Shri Ghanshyam Maharaj are paraded in a Peacock float, Swan float and Fish float respectively
On the streets of Valsad the murtis of Shri Akshar Purushottam Maharaj, Shri Harikrishna Maharaj and Shri Ghanshyam Maharaj are paraded in a Peacock float, Swan float and Fish float respectively
On the streets of Valsad the murtis of Shri Akshar Purushottam Maharaj, Shri Harikrishna Maharaj and Shri Ghanshyam Maharaj are paraded in a Peacock float, Swan float and Fish float respectively
Senior sadhus gracing the procession from different floats
Senior sadhus gracing the procession from different floats
Senior sadhus gracing the procession from different floats
Exciting human pyramids during the procession by youth dancers, sadhus and tribal youths
Exciting human pyramids during the procession by youth dancers, sadhus and tribal youths
Exciting human pyramids during the procession by youth dancers, sadhus and tribal youths
Music and dance were essential elements of the procession - a tribal dance and peacock dance adds color and rhythm during the 3 hour long procession
Music and dance were essential elements of the procession - a tribal dance and peacock dance adds color and rhythm during the 3 hour long procession
Music and dance were essential elements of the procession - a tribal dance and peacock dance adds color and rhythm during the 3 hour long procession
A decorated camel cart
A mock fight between fake black magic practitioners
Lord Swaminarayan's murti majestically paraded on an elephant
Swamishri blessing and enthusiastically and responding to the huge colorful procession
Swamishri blessing and enthusiastically and responding to the huge colorful procession
Swamishri blessing and enthusiastically and responding to the huge colorful procession
A motorcycle driver balances 8 pots on his head
Saints pull a float with Lord Swaminarayan's murti, while children dance in front
Crowds lined the streets, balconies and windows to see the spectacular show of culture and spirituality
Traditional bamboo dance being performed - the girls dance and jump between bamboo poles being moved continuously
Women carrying Kalashes during the nagar yatra
The colorful womens procession was well-managed by the volunteers dressed in white and red saris
Swamishri performing the Yagna for World Peace
Holding aloft the Yagna Kalash
Doing pujan of Shri Ghanshyam Maharaj
Praying for world peace and social harmony
Performing arti of Lord Harikrishna Maharaj at the culmination of the Yagna ceremony
Performing arti of Lord Harikrishna Maharaj at the culmination of the Yagna ceremony
The Women's Convention began with the arti of the murti of Lord Swaminarayan and the Guru Parampara
Bhajans were sung melodiously
The huge gathering was proof that the BAPS womens wing is active and strong in religious and social spheres
A costume drama was enacted on social evils and the importance of satsang
The balika mandal - girls group - enthusiastically performed a folk dance
Beautifully choreographed cultural dance was performed by the balika mandal
Devotees participate in the Maha Abhishek Ceremony on the Mandir podium
Kalashes with holy water from 108 rivers for the Maha Abhishek ceremony
The Kalash on which Swamishri performed the pujan
Swamishri performing Kalash pujan at the Mandir entrance
Holy water being showered on the Murtis of Shri Akshar Purushottam Maharaj during the Maha-Abhishek
Swamishri performing Abhishek of the Murtis
Devotees performing Maha-Abhishek by pouring holy water brought from 108 rivers
Devotees performing Maha-Abhishek by pouring holy water brought from 108 rivers
Devotees performing Maha-Abhishek by pouring holy water brought from 108 rivers
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Swamishri engrossed in the worship of Shri Harikrishna Maharaj (Thakorji)
Swamishri engrossed in the worship of Shri Harikrishna Maharaj (Thakorji)
Swamishri engrossed in the worship of Shri Harikrishna Maharaj (Thakorji)
Performing Vedic rites of worship (pujan) of the murtis of Shri Akshar Purushottam Maharaj
Performing Vedic rites of worship (pujan) of the murtis of Shri Akshar Purushottam Maharaj
Performing Vedic rites of worship (pujan) of the murtis of Shri Akshar Purushottam Maharaj
Immersed in prayers to Shri Akshar Purushottam Maharaj
Offering respects at the feet of Shri Harikrishna Maharaj and Shri Radha Krishna Dev
Performing the pujan of Shri Ghanshyam Maharaj
Performing Vedic rites of worship (pujan) of Shri Shiv-Parvati and Ganpatiji with Vedic rites
Performing Vedic rites of worship (pujan) of Shri Shiv-Parvati and Ganpatiji with Vedic rites
Performing Vedic rites of worship (pujan) of Shri Shiv-Parvati and Ganpatiji with Vedic rites
Performing Vedic worship (pujan) of Shivling, Shri Shiv-Parvati and Ganpatiji
Performing Vedic worship (pujan) of Shivling, Shri Shiv-Parvati and Ganpatiji
Performing Vedic worship (pujan) of Shivling, Shri Shiv-Parvati and Ganpatiji
Performing Vedic worship (pujan) of Shri Sita-Ram and Hanumanji
Performing Vedic worship (pujan) of Shri Sita-Ram and Hanumanji
Performing Vedic worship (pujan) of Shri Sita-Ram and Hanumanji
In a humble gesture before the Lord
Offering flower petals(Pushpanjali)
Offering rice grains as a symbol of worship
Performing Aarti of Shri Akshar Purushottam Maharaj
An impromptu blessing to the saints and devotees
Swamishri prostating before the Lord
Sadhus during the evening assembly
150,000 devotees from all parts of India and abroad during the Birthday Celebration
150,000 devotees from all parts of India and abroad during the Birthday Celebration
The magnificient 40 feet high decorative backdrop built for the occasion
Cultural dances were performed in front of the thousands of devotees
Volunteers serve prasad to all devotees
A colorful procession with music and dance led the entry of Shri Harikrishna Maharaj on a palanquin and Swamishri on a Swan-chariot pulled by saints
A colorful procession with music and dance led the entry of Shri Harikrishna Maharaj on a palanquin and Swamishri on a Swan-chariot pulled by saints
A colorful procession with music and dance led the entry of Shri Harikrishna Maharaj on a palanquin and Swamishri on a Swan-chariot pulled by saints
Swamishri seated on a resplendent stage, serenely chanting the holy name of Swaminarayan
Swamishri seated on a resplendent stage, serenely chanting the holy name of Swaminarayan
Swamishri seated on a resplendent stage, serenely chanting the holy name of Swaminarayan
Swamishri seated on a colorful giant stage, serenely chanting the holy name of Swaminarayan
Swamishri seated on a colorful giant stage, serenely chanting the holy name of Swaminarayan
Swamishri seated on a colorful giant stage, serenely chanting the holy name of Swaminarayan
Dramatic presentations depicting stories of moral transformation and spiritual faith inspired by Lord Swaminarayan
Dramatic presentations depicting stories of moral transformation and spiritual faith inspired by Lord Swaminarayan
Fish - dance by local satsangi youths
Even today, Swamishri's followers show the same faith, fearlessness and honesty which Lord Swaminarayan had instilled in satsangis. A few such devotees were honored by Swamishri during the festival
Even today, Swamishri's followers show the same faith, fearlessness and honesty which Lord Swaminarayan had instilled in satsangis. A few such devotees were honored by Swamishri during the festival
Even today, Swamishri's followers show the same faith, fearlessness and honesty which Lord Swaminarayan had instilled in satsangis. A few such devotees were honored by Swamishri during the festival
Swamishri holding a torch, carried by a team of 11 satsangi youths (Gondal) in an all India crusade against Aids and addictions
The leading devotees of Valsad and Tithal offer a giant garland to Swamishri
Swamishri, after being honored with a garland
Praying serenely to the Lord during mantra pushpanjali
Swamishri performing aarti of the entire assembly
Nectarine words of wisdom
Tribal women volunteers played an active part in the four day festival
The primarily tribal audience in the assembly
Adivasis (tribals) in traditional garb, with their hand-made bows and arrows
A thrilling tribal dance by trained youths
A thrilling tribal dance by trained youths
Tribals dance with joy on the main stage
Children play traditional instruments
A tribal volunteer speaks of his transformation to an audience of 20,000
Swamishri with sadhus involved in tribal upliftment activities
Tribals, who walked many kilometers to attend the convention, take Swamishri's blessings
Tribal youths pose for a photograph with Swamishri
Tribal youths pose for a photograph with Swamishri
A tribal youth dances to the rhythm and flavor of a tribal song
MP, Shri L.M.Singhvi, praised Swamishri's services to mankind, and recited a poem dedicated to him
A new Medical Van was inaugurated by Swamishri, to provide free medical services in tribal areas
Swamishri blessing the Tribal Convention: "Since you are living near to God it behoves of you to live a life that pleases Him. God does not reside with us if we are shackled by superstitions, addictions and mundane infatuations..."
Swamishri blessing the Tribal Convention: "Since you are living near to God it behoves of you to live a life that pleases Him. God does not reside with us if we are shackled by superstitions, addictions and mundane infatuations..."
Swamishri blessing the Tribal Convention: "Since you are living near to God it behoves of you to live a life that pleases Him. God does not reside with us if we are shackled by superstitions, addictions and mundane infatuations..."
Blessing sadhus while on the way to his morning puja
Blessing sadhus while on the way to his morning puja
Blessing sadhus while on the way to his morning puja
Performing tilak chandlo and chanting the name of Swaminarayan during his morning puja
Performing tilak chandlo and chanting the name of Swaminarayan during his morning puja
Performing tilak chandlo and chanting the name of Swaminarayan during his morning puja
Swamishri, may you live for a hundred years! Birthday cards and wishes from all over the world
Swamishri, may you live for a hundred years! Birthday cards and wishes from all over the world
Swamishri, may you live for a hundred years! Birthday cards and wishes from all over the world
Sanctifying the water
Reading the Shikshapatri
Saying 'Jay Swaminarayan' after completing his puja
Inaugurating 'Swapna thaya sakar', a video publication
Swamishri inaugurating the Sanstha's renovated website: www.swaminarayan.org
Swamishri inaugurating the Sanstha's renovated website: www.swaminarayan.org
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The Sanstha's first Mandir on the sea shore of the Arabian Sea
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Saints and devotees on the sea shore just outside the Mandir
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The magnificent Mandir looking out to the sea is a testimony to the ancient tradition of Indian architecture
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During the four day festival , the beautiful 5 -spired Mandir had more than 100,000 visitors
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During the four day festival , the beautiful 5 -spired Mandir had more than 100,000 visitors
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During the four day festival , the beautiful 5 -spired Mandir had more than 100,000 visitors
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Deeply absorbed in prayers to the Lord
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In his blessings, Swamishri writes that the Mandir in Kosamba, Valsad, will become a great place of pilgrimage, thousands will come for Darshan and attain Akshardham
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In his blessings, Swamishri writes that the Mandir in Kosamba, Valsad, will become a great place of pilgrimage, thousands will come for Darshan and attain Akshardham
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After offering Vedic pujan, Swamishri performs arti of the murtis
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After doing darshan of each shrine in the Mandir
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The inspirer in the forecourt of the Mandir
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Devotees patiently waiting to perform the Maha-abhishek ceremony
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Devotees patiently waiting to perform the Maha-abhishek ceremony
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Devotees patiently waiting to perform the Maha-abhishek ceremony
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Darshan of Mandir by night from the sea shore
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Devotees throng the Mandir for darshan
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Saints performing special aarti of 'Dariyadev' - The Sea God
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Shri Harikrishna Maharaj and Shri Radha-Krishna Dev
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Shri Akshar Purushottam Maharaj
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Shri Ghanshyam Maharaj
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Shri Harikrishna Maharaj
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Lord Swaminarayan
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Shri Ghanshyam Maharaj
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Shri Shiv-Parvatiji with Ganpatiji
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Shivling - the symbol for Shivji
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Shri Sita-Ram and Hanumanji
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Hanumanji - at the feet of Shri Sita-Ram
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The newly-wed couples at the end of the ceremonies
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73 grooms after receiving the blessings of Swamishri during the mass marriage arranged by the Sanstha
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73 grooms after receiving the blessings of Swamishri during the mass marriage arranged by the Sanstha
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Swamishri blessed more than 20 children and youths at their sacred thread ceremony, which was held parallely with the mass marriage
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Swamishri blessed more than 20 children and youths at their sacred thread ceremony, which was held parallely with the mass marriage
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Swamishri blessed more than 20 children and youths at their sacred thread ceremony, which was held parallely with the mass marriage
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Swamishri honored after his arrival in Valsad.
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Special assembly, at the Shree Swaminarayan Mandir, Tithal, in honor of the local Tandel volunteers who had offered their services for the Mandir
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Special assembly, at the Shree Swaminarayan Mandir, Tithal, in honor of the local Tandel volunteers who had offered their services for the Mandir
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Swamishri giving a rosary in appreciation to each Tandel volunteer
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Members of Valsad City Council offering a Citation of Honor to Swamishri
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Swamishri with devotees who had sacrificed their all for the Tithal Mandir
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Divine Swamishri
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Swamishri in devotional mood on the portico of the new Mandir
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Tribal youth welcoming Swamishri with traditional music and dance
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The motorcycle cavalcade getting ready to start off the procession
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One of the spectacular folk dances being performed
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Crowds watching the procession along the 5 km route
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On the streets of Valsad the murtis of Shri Akshar Purushottam Maharaj, Shri Harikrishna Maharaj and Shri Ghanshyam Maharaj are paraded in a Peacock float, Swan float and Fish float respectively
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On the streets of Valsad the murtis of Shri Akshar Purushottam Maharaj, Shri Harikrishna Maharaj and Shri Ghanshyam Maharaj are paraded in a Peacock float, Swan float and Fish float respectively
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On the streets of Valsad the murtis of Shri Akshar Purushottam Maharaj, Shri Harikrishna Maharaj and Shri Ghanshyam Maharaj are paraded in a Peacock float, Swan float and Fish float respectively
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Senior sadhus gracing the procession from different floats
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Senior sadhus gracing the procession from different floats
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Senior sadhus gracing the procession from different floats
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Exciting human pyramids during the procession by youth dancers, sadhus and tribal youths
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Exciting human pyramids during the procession by youth dancers, sadhus and tribal youths
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Exciting human pyramids during the procession by youth dancers, sadhus and tribal youths
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Music and dance were essential elements of the procession - a tribal dance and peacock dance adds color and rhythm during the 3 hour long procession
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Music and dance were essential elements of the procession - a tribal dance and peacock dance adds color and rhythm during the 3 hour long procession
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Music and dance were essential elements of the procession - a tribal dance and peacock dance adds color and rhythm during the 3 hour long procession
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A decorated camel cart
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A mock fight between fake black magic practitioners
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Lord Swaminarayan's murti majestically paraded on an elephant
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Swamishri blessing and enthusiastically and responding to the huge colorful procession
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Swamishri blessing and enthusiastically and responding to the huge colorful procession
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Swamishri blessing and enthusiastically and responding to the huge colorful procession
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A motorcycle driver balances 8 pots on his head
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Saints pull a float with Lord Swaminarayan's murti, while children dance in front
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Crowds lined the streets, balconies and windows to see the spectacular show of culture and spirituality
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Traditional bamboo dance being performed - the girls dance and jump between bamboo poles being moved continuously
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Women carrying Kalashes during the nagar yatra
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The colorful womens procession was well-managed by the volunteers dressed in white and red saris
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Swamishri performing the Yagna for World Peace
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Holding aloft the Yagna Kalash
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Doing pujan of Shri Ghanshyam Maharaj
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Praying for world peace and social harmony
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Performing arti of Lord Harikrishna Maharaj at the culmination of the Yagna ceremony
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Performing arti of Lord Harikrishna Maharaj at the culmination of the Yagna ceremony
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The Women's Convention began with the arti of the murti of Lord Swaminarayan and the Guru Parampara
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Bhajans were sung melodiously
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The huge gathering was proof that the BAPS womens wing is active and strong in religious and social spheres
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A costume drama was enacted on social evils and the importance of satsang
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The balika mandal - girls group - enthusiastically performed a folk dance
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Beautifully choreographed cultural dance was performed by the balika mandal
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Devotees participate in the Maha Abhishek Ceremony on the Mandir podium
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Kalashes with holy water from 108 rivers for the Maha Abhishek ceremony
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The Kalash on which Swamishri performed the pujan
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Swamishri performing Kalash pujan at the Mandir entrance
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Holy water being showered on the Murtis of Shri Akshar Purushottam Maharaj during the Maha-Abhishek
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Swamishri performing Abhishek of the Murtis
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Devotees performing Maha-Abhishek by pouring holy water brought from 108 rivers
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Devotees performing Maha-Abhishek by pouring holy water brought from 108 rivers
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Devotees performing Maha-Abhishek by pouring holy water brought from 108 rivers
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Swamishri engrossed in the worship of Shri Harikrishna Maharaj (Thakorji)
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Swamishri engrossed in the worship of Shri Harikrishna Maharaj (Thakorji)
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Swamishri engrossed in the worship of Shri Harikrishna Maharaj (Thakorji)
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Performing Vedic rites of worship (pujan) of the murtis of Shri Akshar Purushottam Maharaj
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Performing Vedic rites of worship (pujan) of the murtis of Shri Akshar Purushottam Maharaj
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Performing Vedic rites of worship (pujan) of the murtis of Shri Akshar Purushottam Maharaj
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Immersed in prayers to Shri Akshar Purushottam Maharaj
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Offering respects at the feet of Shri Harikrishna Maharaj and Shri Radha Krishna Dev
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Performing the pujan of Shri Ghanshyam Maharaj
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Performing Vedic rites of worship (pujan) of Shri Shiv-Parvati and Ganpatiji with Vedic rites
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Performing Vedic rites of worship (pujan) of Shri Shiv-Parvati and Ganpatiji with Vedic rites
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Performing Vedic rites of worship (pujan) of Shri Shiv-Parvati and Ganpatiji with Vedic rites
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Performing Vedic worship (pujan) of Shivling, Shri Shiv-Parvati and Ganpatiji
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Performing Vedic worship (pujan) of Shivling, Shri Shiv-Parvati and Ganpatiji
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Performing Vedic worship (pujan) of Shivling, Shri Shiv-Parvati and Ganpatiji
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Performing Vedic worship (pujan) of Shri Sita-Ram and Hanumanji
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Performing Vedic worship (pujan) of Shri Sita-Ram and Hanumanji
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Performing Vedic worship (pujan) of Shri Sita-Ram and Hanumanji
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In a humble gesture before the Lord
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Offering flower petals(Pushpanjali)
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Offering rice grains as a symbol of worship
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Performing Aarti of Shri Akshar Purushottam Maharaj
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An impromptu blessing to the saints and devotees
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Swamishri prostating before the Lord
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Sadhus during the evening assembly
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150,000 devotees from all parts of India and abroad during the Birthday Celebration
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150,000 devotees from all parts of India and abroad during the Birthday Celebration
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The magnificient 40 feet high decorative backdrop built for the occasion
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Cultural dances were performed in front of the thousands of devotees
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Volunteers serve prasad to all devotees
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A colorful procession with music and dance led the entry of Shri Harikrishna Maharaj on a palanquin and Swamishri on a Swan-chariot pulled by saints
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A colorful procession with music and dance led the entry of Shri Harikrishna Maharaj on a palanquin and Swamishri on a Swan-chariot pulled by saints
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A colorful procession with music and dance led the entry of Shri Harikrishna Maharaj on a palanquin and Swamishri on a Swan-chariot pulled by saints
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Swamishri seated on a resplendent stage, serenely chanting the holy name of Swaminarayan
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Swamishri seated on a resplendent stage, serenely chanting the holy name of Swaminarayan
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Swamishri seated on a resplendent stage, serenely chanting the holy name of Swaminarayan
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Swamishri seated on a colorful giant stage, serenely chanting the holy name of Swaminarayan
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Swamishri seated on a colorful giant stage, serenely chanting the holy name of Swaminarayan
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Swamishri seated on a colorful giant stage, serenely chanting the holy name of Swaminarayan
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Dramatic presentations depicting stories of moral transformation and spiritual faith inspired by Lord Swaminarayan
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Dramatic presentations depicting stories of moral transformation and spiritual faith inspired by Lord Swaminarayan
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Fish - dance by local satsangi youths
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Even today, Swamishri's followers show the same faith, fearlessness and honesty which Lord Swaminarayan had instilled in satsangis. A few such devotees were honored by Swamishri during the festival
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Even today, Swamishri's followers show the same faith, fearlessness and honesty which Lord Swaminarayan had instilled in satsangis. A few such devotees were honored by Swamishri during the festival
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Even today, Swamishri's followers show the same faith, fearlessness and honesty which Lord Swaminarayan had instilled in satsangis. A few such devotees were honored by Swamishri during the festival
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Swamishri holding a torch, carried by a team of 11 satsangi youths (Gondal) in an all India crusade against Aids and addictions
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The leading devotees of Valsad and Tithal offer a giant garland to Swamishri
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Swamishri, after being honored with a garland
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Praying serenely to the Lord during mantra pushpanjali
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Swamishri performing aarti of the entire assembly
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Nectarine words of wisdom
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Tribal women volunteers played an active part in the four day festival
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The primarily tribal audience in the assembly
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Adivasis (tribals) in traditional garb, with their hand-made bows and arrows
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A thrilling tribal dance by trained youths
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A thrilling tribal dance by trained youths
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Tribals dance with joy on the main stage
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Children play traditional instruments
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A tribal volunteer speaks of his transformation to an audience of 20,000
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Swamishri with sadhus involved in tribal upliftment activities
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Tribals, who walked many kilometers to attend the convention, take Swamishri's blessings
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Tribal youths pose for a photograph with Swamishri
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Tribal youths pose for a photograph with Swamishri
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A tribal youth dances to the rhythm and flavor of a tribal song
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MP, Shri L.M.Singhvi, praised Swamishri's services to mankind, and recited a poem dedicated to him
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A new Medical Van was inaugurated by Swamishri, to provide free medical services in tribal areas
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Swamishri blessing the Tribal Convention: "Since you are living near to God it behoves of you to live a life that pleases Him. God does not reside with us if we are shackled by superstitions, addictions and mundane infatuations..."
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Swamishri blessing the Tribal Convention: "Since you are living near to God it behoves of you to live a life that pleases Him. God does not reside with us if we are shackled by superstitions, addictions and mundane infatuations..."
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Swamishri blessing the Tribal Convention: "Since you are living near to God it behoves of you to live a life that pleases Him. God does not reside with us if we are shackled by superstitions, addictions and mundane infatuations..."
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Blessing sadhus while on the way to his morning puja
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Blessing sadhus while on the way to his morning puja
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Blessing sadhus while on the way to his morning puja
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Performing tilak chandlo and chanting the name of Swaminarayan during his morning puja
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Performing tilak chandlo and chanting the name of Swaminarayan during his morning puja
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Performing tilak chandlo and chanting the name of Swaminarayan during his morning puja
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Swamishri, may you live for a hundred years! Birthday cards and wishes from all over the world
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Swamishri, may you live for a hundred years! Birthday cards and wishes from all over the world
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Swamishri, may you live for a hundred years! Birthday cards and wishes from all over the world
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Sanctifying the water
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Reading the Shikshapatri
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Saying 'Jay Swaminarayan' after completing his puja
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Inaugurating 'Swapna thaya sakar', a video publication
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Swamishri inaugurating the Sanstha's renovated website: www.swaminarayan.org
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Swamishri inaugurating the Sanstha's renovated website: www.swaminarayan.org
Vicharan Reports
12 Dec. 99: (V.S. 2056, Magshar Sud 4) Sunday
Special assembly is held in honor of the local Tandel volunteers who had offered their services for the Shree Swaminarayan Mandir, Tithal. Swamishri gave a rosary to each volunteer.
13 Dec. 99 to 16 Dec. 99
Maha Abhishek Ceremony of Murtis at Swaminarayan Mandir, Tithal, and 79th Birthday Celebration Festival at Valsad.
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