Our Mission
Shree Swaminarayan ashram strives to better society through individual development by instilling values, promoting spirituality, cultivating skills, and nurturing growth. We aim to preserve Indian culture and the Hindu ideals of faith, unity, and selfless service in diverse communities around the world. We envision a society whose joy lies in the joy of others.
Based on the teachings of Bhagwan Swaminarayan and under the leadership of Param Pujya Mahant Swami Maharaj, Shree Swaminarayan ashram promotes harmony amongst individuals, families, and diverse communities. Understanding that the synergy created from development at the individual level leads to greater societal growth, Shree Swaminarayan ashram provides for the spiritual, cultural, physical, and emotional needs of people from all walks of life.
With over 1000 sadhus and 55,000 volunteers, the organization helps 3,850 communities around the world through its various humanitarian services and grassroots initiatives.
Through these efforts, Shree Swaminarayan ashram sustains the universal value of Hindu culture—encouraging devotion to God by imbibing such faith in all aspects of life.
Fundamentals of Philosophy (Shikshapatri)
| Dharma |
Religion
Virtuous conduct as defined in the 'Shrutis' and 'Smrutis' are known as the Dharma. |
| Bhakti |
Devotion
Supreme fervour of the soul combined with the consciousness of the glories of the Supreme is known as 'Bhakti'. Nothing other than pure love and devotion to God can guide one to the enlightened vision of God and to great deliverance. |
| Gnan |
Enlightenment
Correct awareness about the forms of the Soul, illusion and God are known as 'Gnan'. |
| Vairagya |
Renunciation
Dispassion for all matter except the Eternal God is known as Vairagya. |
| Maya |
Illusion
It is considered 'Tri-Gunatmika' i.e. deceptive illusion prevails in all the three qualities of minds ((1) Satva, (2) Rajas and (3) Tamas); to be possessed by Maya (illusion) is to be caught in darkness; God is the Lord of Maya which acts as the power of God; It breeds ego in one for his body and for the relatives of the body too. |
| Mukti |
Great Deliverances
To worship God in a mood of identity with the eternal is known as 'Mukti'. |
| Atma |
Soul
Is situated in the heart and is in size smaller than an atom; it is the source of energy and is the real knower. The soul is dissipated throughout the entire body from head to toe; in character it is inseparable, impenetrable, indestructible and immortal. |
Haridwar is one of the seven holiest places for Hindus. It literally means ‘Gateway to God,’ and it is the place where the Holy Ganges leaves the mountains to flow down God’s own town.
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