Vedas are universal. Vedic wisdom is universal knowledge. Vedas grant us the strength
and provide us with the guidance to lead our materialistic lives in the path of
dharma. Visakha Sri Sarada Peetham strives to preserve and transmit this knowledge
to the future generations. Providing moral and monetary support to Vedadhyayanam is
as pious an activity as learning, or teaching Vedas.
Contributions to Gośala
In Hinduism, the cow is believed to be representative of divine and natural
beneficence and should therefore be protected and venerated. The most important form
of worship in the Vedic culture is the sacrifice to God through yajna. For this the
cow plays a crucial role as the provider of ingredients – ghee from cow’s milk is
the prime ingredient used in all yajnas, and the other items of pancha-gavya* are
used in many other rituals.
The Maṅgala Mantra – an ancient mantra of peace from Rig Veda, recited at the end of
every Vedic ritual – pays homage to cows by equating them with the Brahmans
[seekers/knowers of Higher Wisdom – the wisdom of the Being and the Supreme being
and their relation].
And hence, worship of cow is equivalent to the worship of the entire Pantheon of Gods
according to Hindu dharma. The Peetham provides a great opportunity to serve cows by
your contribution towards maintenance of become part of Gośala.
[*Pancha-gavya is a group of five items obtained from cows namely milk, curd,
ghee, goumutra (cow urine), and cow dung.]
Donations to Temples
Temples are spiritual centers of Hinduism where religious beliefs are formed,
spirituality is awakened and personalities are developed. Hindu temples also act as
the cultural and social hubs, where arts and skills are patronized and societal
bonds are strengthened. Temples also function as centers for meditation where
devotees find peace of mind and are guided along the path of dharma. Visakha Sri
Sarada Peetham is providing maintenance for many temples in tune with its objectives
of dissemination of Hindu dharma, preservation of our ancient culture and
traditions, and welfare of the mankind. Become part of this noble mission by
providing financial assistance.
Donations to Yajnas
yajño vai śreṣṭhatamaṃ karma | [Shatpath Brahman: 1.7.1.5]
Yajna is the Vedic ritual of votive offerings made to propitiate Gods in sacrificial
fire, to receive benedictions – welfare of the entire creation, prosperity of the
mankind, abundant rainfall, bountiful crops, victory at wars, health and long life,
protection against pestilence, and such.
Visakha Sri Sarada Peetham performs specific yajnas according as the occasion, or the
situation.
Padukā Dakshina, & Yati Bhiksha
Yati Bhiksha - the word yati means a sadhu or a sage. Yati Bhiksha means the
offerings like food made to the sages residing in the Peetham.
Contributions towards Development of the Peetham
Visakha Sri Sarada Peetham is not only considered a spiritual centre but also a
cultural centre. Development of the Peetham and expansion of its activities means
spiritual awakening and welfare of a much larger society. The Peetham has been
endeavouring to spread its wings across the world through a network of allied
Peeṭhams. It’s our social and spiritual responsibility to contribute towards these
noble efforts.
Veda Patḥaśala
Donations to Veda Patḥaśala
Vedas are universal. Vedic wisdom is universal knowledge. Vedas grant us the
strength and provide us with the guidance to lead our materialistic lives in the
path of dharma. Visakha Sri Sarada Peetham strives to preserve and transmit this
knowledge to the future generations. Providing moral and monetary support to
Vedadhyayanam is as pious an activity as learning, or teaching Vedas.
In Hinduism, the cow is believed to be representative of divine and natural
beneficence and should therefore be protected and venerated. The most important
form of worship in the Vedic culture is the sacrifice to God through yajna. For
this the cow plays a crucial role as the provider of ingredients – ghee from
cow’s milk is the prime ingredient used in all yajnas, and the other items of
pancha-gavya* are used in many other rituals.
The Maṅgala Mantra – an ancient mantra of peace from Rig Veda, recited at the
end of every Vedic ritual – pays homage to cows by equating them with the
Brahmans [seekers/knowers of Higher Wisdom – the wisdom of the Being and the
Supreme being and their relation].
svasti-prajā-bhyaḥ pari-pāla-yaṁtāṁ nyāyena
mārgeṇa mahīṁ mahīśāḥ |
go-brāhmaṇebhyaḥ śubham-astu nityaṁ lokāḥ samastāḥ sukhino-bhavaṁtu ||
auṁ śāntiḥ śāntiḥ śāntiḥ |
And hence, worship of cow is equivalent to the worship of the entire Pantheon of
Gods according to Hindu dharma. The Peetham provides a great opportunity to
serve cows by your contribution towards maintenance of become part of Gośala.
[*Pancha-gavya is a group of five items obtained from cows namely milk, curd,
ghee, goumutra (cow urine), and cow dung.]
Temples are spiritual centers of Hinduism where religious beliefs are formed,
spirituality is awakened and personalities are developed. Hindu temples also act
as the cultural and social hubs, where arts and skills are patronized and
societal bonds are strengthened. Temples also function as centers for meditation
where devotees find peace of mind and are guided along the path of dharma.
Visakha Sri Sarada Peetham is providing maintenance for many temples in tune
with its objectives of dissemination of Hindu dharma, preservation of our
ancient culture and traditions, and welfare of the mankind. Become part of this
noble mission by providing financial assistance.
yajño vai śreṣṭhatamaṃ karma | [Shatpath Brahman: 1.7.1.5]
Yajna is the Vedic ritual of votive offerings made to propitiate Gods in
sacrificial fire, to receive benedictions – welfare of the entire creation,
prosperity of the mankind, abundant rainfall, bountiful crops, victory at wars,
health and long life, protection against pestilence, and such.
Visakha Sri Sarada Peetham performs specific yajnas according as the
occasion, or the situation.
Visakha Sri Sarada Peetham is not only considered a spiritual centre but also a
cultural centre. Development of the Peetham and expansion of its activities
means spiritual awakening and welfare of a much larger society. The Peetham has
been endeavouring to spread its wings across the world through a network of
allied Peeṭhams. It’s our social and spiritual responsibility to contribute
towards these noble efforts.
