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Poshi Punam

Haridham Hindu Swaminarayan Temple 3589 Centennial Lane, Ellicott City, MD, United States

On this auspicious day of Poshi Punam, Bhagwan Swaminarayan initiated Mulji Sharma, giving him the name Gunatitanand Swami. In that moment, Bhagwan Swaminarayan declared to all present that Gunatitanand Swami was his divine abode, Akshardham. This event marked a transformative moment in spiritual history and set the stage for the incredible teachings and selfless service […]

Vasant Panchami

  Join us in celebrating the auspicious occasion of Vasant Panchmi, which marks the unveiling of the Shikshapatri by Bhagwan Shree Swaminarayan, as well as the birth of Shastriji Maharaj. The Shikshapatri, a sacred scripture of 212 Sanskrit verses, offers, a comprehensive guide for living a virtuous life and attaining moksha. Written for the welfare […]

Shivratri

Join us in celebrating the auspicious occasion of Shivratri, a notable festival in Hinduism, marking a remembrance of “overcoming darkness and ignorance” in life and the world. It is observed by remembering Shiva and chanting prayers, fasting, and meditating on ethics and virtues such as honesty, non-injury to others, charity, forgiveness, and the discovery of Shiva. Ardent devotees […]

Holika Dahan

Haridham Hindu Swaminarayan Temple 3589 Centennial Lane, Ellicott City, MD, United States

Holika Dahan is a special day for Hindus. This day signifies the triumph of good over evil, as it commemorates the victory of god Vishnu as Narasimha Narayana over Hiranyakashipu.  Please join us on March 13, 2025 to celebrate this day with us! Holika Dahan - 6:00 PM Color Festival - 6:15 PM* *Please bring […]

Ramnavami

Haridham Hindu Swaminarayan Temple 3589 Centennial Lane, Ellicott City, MD, United States

Join us in celebrating the auspicious occasion of Ram Navami, which commemorates the divine birth of Lord Rama, the embodiment of virtue, righteousness, and devotion. Lord Rama, as the hero of the Ramayana, serves as an eternal guide for living a life of truth and dharma. His birth signifies the triumph of good over evil […]

Hanuman Jayanti

Haridham Hindu Swaminarayan Temple 3589 Centennial Lane, Ellicott City, MD, United States

We warmly invite you to join us in celebrating Hanuman Jayanti, a special day honoring the birth of Lord Hanuman, the symbol of strength, courage, and pure devotion. Hanuman's relationship with Lord Rama is truly inspiring—he was not just a servant, but Rama’s most loyal companion, always ready to go to any length to help […]

Hariprasad Swamiji Janma Jayanti

We invite you to join us in celebrating the Janma Jayanti of Sadhu Hariprasad Swamiji, a day to honor his life and profound teachings. Swamiji dedicated himself to fostering the principle of Atmiyata (spiritual affinity), which encompasses values like Samp (simplicity), Suhradbhav (compassion), and Ekta (unity). His life was a shining example of how to […]

Guru Purnima

Haridham Hindu Swaminarayan Temple 3589 Centennial Lane, Ellicott City, MD, United States

The word “Guru” comes from the Sanskrit roots ‘gu’ meaning darkness and ‘ru’ meaning remover, signifying a Guru as one who removes ignorance and guides us on the spiritual path to realizing God. On this day, devotees express gratitude to their Gurus through prayers, seva, and heartfelt devotion. By following a true Guru’s guidance and […]

Ganesh Staphana

Haridham Hindu Swaminarayan Temple 3589 Centennial Lane, Ellicott City, MD, United States

Ganesh Sthapana is the start of the joyful Ganesh Chaturthi festival, where we welcome Lord Ganesha, the remover of obstacles and the god of wisdom and prosperity, into our homes and communities. On this day, an idol of Lord Ganesha is lovingly placed in the mandir, and devotees gather to offer prayers, sing devotional songs, […]

Garba Night

Haridham Hindu Swaminarayan Temple 3589 Centennial Lane, Ellicott City, MD, United States

We invite you to join us for a fun and festive Garba Night as we celebrate the vibrant tradition of dance and music! Garba is a traditional Gujarati dance performed in a circle, filled with rhythmic beats and joyful energy. It’s a beautiful way to come together as a community. This special evening will feature lively […]