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On Bhadarvo (Bhadra) Sud 11, also known as Parivartini or Jal Jhilani Ekadashi, devotees observe nirjala upvas, a waterless fast. On this day, devotees take a small murti of Bhagwan, Lalji, and the clay murti of Ganeshji to a river or lake. Here, devotees perform puja, arti, and thal of both murtis five times. After each puja, both murtis are taken on a short boat ride. During this time, devotees sing bhajans which describe the importance of sharnagaati, or surrendering oneself in the service of Bhagwan and the Guru. Jal Jhilani and Ganesh Visharjan will be celebrated on Sunday, September 23, 2018 from 4:30pm onwards.

Diwali, the festival of lights, one of the most auspicious days in the Hindu calendar is celebrated with great devotion and splendor every year. On this festive occasion, BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir - Knoxville cordially invites you, your family and friends to celebrate Diwali, the festival of lights. Open to one and all, the celebration is an opportunity to enjoy the spectacular fireworks, traditions, and rich culture of the Hindu faith.

The Hindu New Year is traditionally celebrated with the Annakut – literally meaning, a mountain of food. Every year hundreds of unique thals (vegetarian delicacies) are devotionally prepared by devotees and are offered in devotional gratitude for the past year and to seek blessings for the New Year ahead. BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir - Knoxville cordially invites you for darshan and prasad of the Grand Annakut with family and friends.

At the BAPS Kid’s Diwali Celebration, the traditional rituals are combined with patient explanations and hands-on learning to engage a younger audience. Children participate in events ranging games to making small oil lamps which symbolize the triumph of light over darkness.