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Photograph of Mit Singh and an unidentified man and child standing together on steps near a fountain. Behind them is a temple, possibly the Laxminarayan Temple in Delhi. In the background, people can be seen walking.
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Creator: Bodalia, Chandra
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Photograph of a group of unidentified individuals at the Hindu Temple of Burnaby in British Columbia (B.C.). Among the group of individuals is Sudarshan Bakshi.
A highly respected member of British Columbia's South Asian community, Sudarshan Bakshi is widely known for his community leadership and volunteer service.Following his arrival in Canada in 1967, Bakshi worked as a forklift operator and operated his own small blueberry farm for many years. As the father of five daughters, he decided to help young women in Canada and India. In 1988 he began sending money to Indian charities to help poor young women and families struggling to deal with the dowry system and helped young women learn skills like needle-work and sewing that would make them financial contributors within their family units. By the 1990s, Bakshi took his charitable efforts to the lumber mill where he worked, organizing a charity lunch to benefit BC's Children's Hospital. Success led him to found the Janta Sewak Society, dedicated to assisting under-funded charities. Through this society, he has raised more than $1.3 million dollars, supporting a range of charities, including the Canadian Red Cross, Delta Hospital Foundation, Canadian Cancer Society, and many others. Bakshi is a founding member of the Five Rivers Community Services Society. He has also worked to increase understanding and tolerance between cultural groups. He is a founding member of the South Asian Human Rights Organization, which works to build bridges between various factions, religions and countries. Bakshi is the recipient of multiple awards, including, the Queen Elizabeth LL Diamond Jubilee Medal in 2013, the Order of BC in 2007, the Hind Rattan Award in 2000 from the NRI Welfare Society of India, and the Rashtriya Rattan Award in 1999 from the International Friendship Forum of India.
Officially registered as the Hindu Cultural Society and Community Centre of B.C., the Hindu Temple of Burnaby, previously known as Vishva Hindu Parishad temple, stands as one of Canada's oldest and largest Hindu temples. It was founded on May 15, 1972 as a small prayer hall in North Burnaby, dedicated to preserving and promoting Hindu culture and traditions.
A highly respected member of British Columbia's South Asian community, Sudarshan Bakshi is widely known for his community leadership and volunteer service.Following his arrival in Canada in 1967, Bakshi worked as a forklift operator and operated his own small blueberry farm for many years. As the father of five daughters, he decided to help young women in Canada and India. In 1988 he began sending money to Indian charities to help poor young women and families struggling to deal with the dowry system and helped young women learn skills like needle-work and sewing that would make them financial contributors within their family units. By the 1990s, Bakshi took his charitable efforts to the lumber mill where he worked, organizing a charity lunch to benefit BC's Children's Hospital. Success led him to found the Janta Sewak Society, dedicated to assisting under-funded charities. Through this society, he has raised more than $1.3 million dollars, supporting a range of charities, including the Canadian Red Cross, Delta Hospital Foundation, Canadian Cancer Society, and many others. Bakshi is a founding member of the Five Rivers Community Services Society. He has also worked to increase understanding and tolerance between cultural groups. He is a founding member of the South Asian Human Rights Organization, which works to build bridges between various factions, religions and countries. Bakshi is the recipient of multiple awards, including, the Queen Elizabeth LL Diamond Jubilee Medal in 2013, the Order of BC in 2007, the Hind Rattan Award in 2000 from the NRI Welfare Society of India, and the Rashtriya Rattan Award in 1999 from the International Friendship Forum of India.
Officially registered as the Hindu Cultural Society and Community Centre of B.C., the Hindu Temple of Burnaby, previously known as Vishva Hindu Parishad temple, stands as one of Canada's oldest and largest Hindu temples. It was founded on May 15, 1972 as a small prayer hall in North Burnaby, dedicated to preserving and promoting Hindu culture and traditions.
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Creator: Bodalia, Chandra
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Photograph of religious idols at the Hindu Temple of Burnaby in British Columbia (B.C.).
The religious idols depict Lord Krishna and Radha. Radha and Krishna are two deities in the religion of Hinduism. Krishna is widely revered and worshipped as the eighth incarnation of the Hindu god Vishnu. Generally, Krishna is associated with love and protection. Radha is the chief consort of Krishna and is worshipped as the goddess of love and motherhood.
Officially registered as the Hindu Cultural Society and Community Centre of B.C., the Hindu Temple of Burnaby, previously known as Vishva Hindu Parishad temple, stands as one of Canada's oldest and largest Hindu temples. It was founded on May 15, 1972 as a small prayer hall in North Burnaby, dedicated to preserving and promoting Hindu culture and traditions.
The religious idols depict Lord Krishna and Radha. Radha and Krishna are two deities in the religion of Hinduism. Krishna is widely revered and worshipped as the eighth incarnation of the Hindu god Vishnu. Generally, Krishna is associated with love and protection. Radha is the chief consort of Krishna and is worshipped as the goddess of love and motherhood.
Officially registered as the Hindu Cultural Society and Community Centre of B.C., the Hindu Temple of Burnaby, previously known as Vishva Hindu Parishad temple, stands as one of Canada's oldest and largest Hindu temples. It was founded on May 15, 1972 as a small prayer hall in North Burnaby, dedicated to preserving and promoting Hindu culture and traditions.
Creator: Bodalia, Chandra
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Photograph of unidentified individuals performing a religious ceremony at the Hindu Temple of Burnaby in British Columbia (B.C.). Individuals had gathered at the mandir (temple) for a celebration of Mahashivaratri.
Mahashivaratri is a significant Hindu festival honoring the Hindu god, Lord Shiva. Devotees observe fasts, perform religious rituals, and participate in all-night vigils to seek blessings for moksha (freedom) and spiritual awakening. Key activities include fasting, chanting mantras, and reading Shiva scriptures. A special ritual is called shivalinga abhishekam, in which the Shiva Linga (symbol of Shiva) is bathed in sacred offerings, such as water, milk, honey, yogurt, bilva leaves, and sandalwood paste. Major temples witness large gatherings and special prayers. The festival is observed annually in the Hindu month of Phalguna.
Officially registered as the Hindu Cultural Society and Community Centre of B.C., the Hindu Temple of Burnaby, previously known as Vishva Hindu Parishad temple, stands as one of Canada's oldest and largest Hindu temples. It was founded on May 15, 1972 as a small prayer hall in North Burnaby, dedicated to preserving and promoting Hindu culture and traditions.
Mahashivaratri is a significant Hindu festival honoring the Hindu god, Lord Shiva. Devotees observe fasts, perform religious rituals, and participate in all-night vigils to seek blessings for moksha (freedom) and spiritual awakening. Key activities include fasting, chanting mantras, and reading Shiva scriptures. A special ritual is called shivalinga abhishekam, in which the Shiva Linga (symbol of Shiva) is bathed in sacred offerings, such as water, milk, honey, yogurt, bilva leaves, and sandalwood paste. Major temples witness large gatherings and special prayers. The festival is observed annually in the Hindu month of Phalguna.
Officially registered as the Hindu Cultural Society and Community Centre of B.C., the Hindu Temple of Burnaby, previously known as Vishva Hindu Parishad temple, stands as one of Canada's oldest and largest Hindu temples. It was founded on May 15, 1972 as a small prayer hall in North Burnaby, dedicated to preserving and promoting Hindu culture and traditions.
Creator: Bodalia, Chandra
Description
Photograph of unidentified individuals performing a religious ceremony at the Hindu Temple of Burnaby in British Columbia (B.C.). Individuals had gathered at the mandir (temple) for a celebration of Mahashivaratri.
Mahashivaratri is a significant Hindu festival honoring the Hindu god, Lord Shiva. Devotees observe fasts, perform religious rituals, and participate in all-night vigils to seek blessings for moksha (freedom) and spiritual awakening. Key activities include fasting, chanting mantras, and reading Shiva scriptures. A special ritual is called shivalinga abhishekam, in which the Shiva Linga (symbol of Shiva) is bathed in sacred offerings, such as water, milk, honey, yogurt, bilva leaves, and sandalwood paste. Major temples witness large gatherings and special prayers. The festival is observed annually in the Hindu month of Phalguna.
Officially registered as the Hindu Cultural Society and Community Centre of B.C., the Hindu Temple of Burnaby, previously known as Vishva Hindu Parishad temple, stands as one of Canada's oldest and largest Hindu temples. It was founded on May 15, 1972 as a small prayer hall in North Burnaby, dedicated to preserving and promoting Hindu culture and traditions.
Mahashivaratri is a significant Hindu festival honoring the Hindu god, Lord Shiva. Devotees observe fasts, perform religious rituals, and participate in all-night vigils to seek blessings for moksha (freedom) and spiritual awakening. Key activities include fasting, chanting mantras, and reading Shiva scriptures. A special ritual is called shivalinga abhishekam, in which the Shiva Linga (symbol of Shiva) is bathed in sacred offerings, such as water, milk, honey, yogurt, bilva leaves, and sandalwood paste. Major temples witness large gatherings and special prayers. The festival is observed annually in the Hindu month of Phalguna.
Officially registered as the Hindu Cultural Society and Community Centre of B.C., the Hindu Temple of Burnaby, previously known as Vishva Hindu Parishad temple, stands as one of Canada's oldest and largest Hindu temples. It was founded on May 15, 1972 as a small prayer hall in North Burnaby, dedicated to preserving and promoting Hindu culture and traditions.
Creator: Bodalia, Chandra
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Photograph of Ashok Sharma with a group of unidentified individuals at the Hindu Temple of Burnaby in British Columbia (B.C.). Individuals had gathered at the mandir (temple) for a celebration of Jalaram Jayanti.
Jalaram Jayanti is an annual festival that celebrates the life and teachings of Shri Jalaram Bapa. Shri Jalaram Bapa is a saint known for his teachings on selfless devotion and compassion for ones in need. Born in Virpur, Gujarat in 1799, Shri Jalaram Bapu devoted his entire life to the kindness and welfare of others. He is especially remembered for his hospitality during Sadavrat, a free meal service that offers food to everyone without any kind of discrimination. He is one of the most celebrated gurus in Gujarat, where Jalaram Jayanti is celebrated with a lot of grandeur. The festival is observed on the seventh day of the Shukla Paksha (waxing phase of the moon) in the Hindu month of Kartik. The festival consists of devotees visiting temples, performing morning prayers, and chanting and singing bhajan in his praise. Bhajan refers to devotional hymns, usually sung in small groups or by the entire congregation. Sweets are distributed and individuals engage in several charitable activities on this day, in the memory of Jalaram Bapu.
Officially registered as the Hindu Cultural Society and Community Centre of B.C., the Hindu Temple of Burnaby, previously known as Vishva Hindu Parishad temple, stands as one of Canada's oldest and largest Hindu temples. It was founded on May 15, 1972 as a small prayer hall in North Burnaby, dedicated to preserving and promoting Hindu culture and traditions.
Jalaram Jayanti is an annual festival that celebrates the life and teachings of Shri Jalaram Bapa. Shri Jalaram Bapa is a saint known for his teachings on selfless devotion and compassion for ones in need. Born in Virpur, Gujarat in 1799, Shri Jalaram Bapu devoted his entire life to the kindness and welfare of others. He is especially remembered for his hospitality during Sadavrat, a free meal service that offers food to everyone without any kind of discrimination. He is one of the most celebrated gurus in Gujarat, where Jalaram Jayanti is celebrated with a lot of grandeur. The festival is observed on the seventh day of the Shukla Paksha (waxing phase of the moon) in the Hindu month of Kartik. The festival consists of devotees visiting temples, performing morning prayers, and chanting and singing bhajan in his praise. Bhajan refers to devotional hymns, usually sung in small groups or by the entire congregation. Sweets are distributed and individuals engage in several charitable activities on this day, in the memory of Jalaram Bapu.
Officially registered as the Hindu Cultural Society and Community Centre of B.C., the Hindu Temple of Burnaby, previously known as Vishva Hindu Parishad temple, stands as one of Canada's oldest and largest Hindu temples. It was founded on May 15, 1972 as a small prayer hall in North Burnaby, dedicated to preserving and promoting Hindu culture and traditions.
Creator: Bodalia, Chandra
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Photograph of religious art and idols at the Hindu Temple of Burnaby in British Columbia (B.C.). Individuals had gathered at the mandir (temple) for a celebration of Jalaram Jayanti.
Jalaram Jayanti is an annual festival that celebrates the life and teachings of Shri Jalaram Bapa. Shri Jalaram Bapa is a saint known for his teachings on selfless devotion and compassion for ones in need. Born in Virpur, Gujarat in 1799, Shri Jalaram Bapu devoted his entire life to the kindness and welfare of others. He is especially remembered for his hospitality during Sadavrat, a free meal service that offers food to everyone without any kind of discrimination. He is one of the most celebrated gurus in Gujarat, where Jalaram Jayanti is celebrated with a lot of grandeur. The festival is observed on the seventh day of the Shukla Paksha (waxing phase of the moon) in the Hindu month of Kartik. The festival consists of devotees visiting temples, performing morning prayers, and chanting and singing bhajan in his praise. Bhajan refers to devotional hymns, usually sung in small groups or by the entire congregation. Sweets are distributed and individuals engage in several charitable activities on this day, in the memory of Jalaram Bapu.
Officially registered as the Hindu Cultural Society and Community Centre of B.C., the Hindu Temple of Burnaby, previously known as Vishva Hindu Parishad temple, stands as one of Canada's oldest and largest Hindu temples. It was founded on May 15, 1972 as a small prayer hall in North Burnaby, dedicated to preserving and promoting Hindu culture and traditions.
Jalaram Jayanti is an annual festival that celebrates the life and teachings of Shri Jalaram Bapa. Shri Jalaram Bapa is a saint known for his teachings on selfless devotion and compassion for ones in need. Born in Virpur, Gujarat in 1799, Shri Jalaram Bapu devoted his entire life to the kindness and welfare of others. He is especially remembered for his hospitality during Sadavrat, a free meal service that offers food to everyone without any kind of discrimination. He is one of the most celebrated gurus in Gujarat, where Jalaram Jayanti is celebrated with a lot of grandeur. The festival is observed on the seventh day of the Shukla Paksha (waxing phase of the moon) in the Hindu month of Kartik. The festival consists of devotees visiting temples, performing morning prayers, and chanting and singing bhajan in his praise. Bhajan refers to devotional hymns, usually sung in small groups or by the entire congregation. Sweets are distributed and individuals engage in several charitable activities on this day, in the memory of Jalaram Bapu.
Officially registered as the Hindu Cultural Society and Community Centre of B.C., the Hindu Temple of Burnaby, previously known as Vishva Hindu Parishad temple, stands as one of Canada's oldest and largest Hindu temples. It was founded on May 15, 1972 as a small prayer hall in North Burnaby, dedicated to preserving and promoting Hindu culture and traditions.
Creator: Bodalia, Chandra
Description
Photograph of a group of unidentified individuals participating in a religious ceremony at the Hindu Temple of Burnaby in British Columbia (B.C.). Individuals had gathered at the mandir (temple) for a celebration of Jalaram Jayanti.
Jalaram Jayanti is an annual festival that celebrates the life and teachings of Shri Jalaram Bapa. Shri Jalaram Bapa is a saint known for his teachings on selfless devotion and compassion for ones in need. Born in Virpur, Gujarat in 1799, Shri Jalaram Bapu devoted his entire life to the kindness and welfare of others. He is especially remembered for his hospitality during Sadavrat, a free meal service that offers food to everyone without any kind of discrimination. He is one of the most celebrated gurus in Gujarat, where Jalaram Jayanti is celebrated with a lot of grandeur. The festival is observed on the seventh day of the Shukla Paksha (waxing phase of the moon) in the Hindu month of Kartik. The festival consists of devotees visiting temples, performing morning prayers, and chanting and singing bhajan in his praise. Bhajan refers to devotional hymns, usually sung in small groups or by the entire congregation. Sweets are distributed and individuals engage in several charitable activities on this day, in the memory of Jalaram Bapu.
Officially registered as the Hindu Cultural Society and Community Centre of B.C., the Hindu Temple of Burnaby, previously known as Vishva Hindu Parishad temple, stands as one of Canada's oldest and largest Hindu temples. It was founded on May 15, 1972 as a small prayer hall in North Burnaby, dedicated to preserving and promoting Hindu culture and traditions.
Jalaram Jayanti is an annual festival that celebrates the life and teachings of Shri Jalaram Bapa. Shri Jalaram Bapa is a saint known for his teachings on selfless devotion and compassion for ones in need. Born in Virpur, Gujarat in 1799, Shri Jalaram Bapu devoted his entire life to the kindness and welfare of others. He is especially remembered for his hospitality during Sadavrat, a free meal service that offers food to everyone without any kind of discrimination. He is one of the most celebrated gurus in Gujarat, where Jalaram Jayanti is celebrated with a lot of grandeur. The festival is observed on the seventh day of the Shukla Paksha (waxing phase of the moon) in the Hindu month of Kartik. The festival consists of devotees visiting temples, performing morning prayers, and chanting and singing bhajan in his praise. Bhajan refers to devotional hymns, usually sung in small groups or by the entire congregation. Sweets are distributed and individuals engage in several charitable activities on this day, in the memory of Jalaram Bapu.
Officially registered as the Hindu Cultural Society and Community Centre of B.C., the Hindu Temple of Burnaby, previously known as Vishva Hindu Parishad temple, stands as one of Canada's oldest and largest Hindu temples. It was founded on May 15, 1972 as a small prayer hall in North Burnaby, dedicated to preserving and promoting Hindu culture and traditions.
Creator: Bodalia, Chandra
Description
Photograph of a group of unidentified individuals participating in a religious ceremony at the Hindu Temple of Burnaby in British Columbia (B.C.). Individuals had gathered at the mandir (temple) for a celebration of Jalaram Jayanti.
Jalaram Jayanti is an annual festival that celebrates the life and teachings of Shri Jalaram Bapa. Shri Jalaram Bapa is a saint known for his teachings on selfless devotion and compassion for ones in need. Born in Virpur, Gujarat in 1799, Shri Jalaram Bapu devoted his entire life to the kindness and welfare of others. He is especially remembered for his hospitality during Sadavrat, a free meal service that offers food to everyone without any kind of discrimination. He is one of the most celebrated gurus in Gujarat, where Jalaram Jayanti is celebrated with a lot of grandeur. The festival is observed on the seventh day of the Shukla Paksha (waxing phase of the moon) in the Hindu month of Kartik. The festival consists of devotees visiting temples, performing morning prayers, and chanting and singing bhajan in his praise. Bhajan refers to devotional hymns, usually sung in small groups or by the entire congregation. Sweets are distributed and individuals engage in several charitable activities on this day, in the memory of Jalaram Bapu.
Officially registered as the Hindu Cultural Society and Community Centre of B.C., the Hindu Temple of Burnaby, previously known as Vishva Hindu Parishad temple, stands as one of Canada's oldest and largest Hindu temples. It was founded on May 15, 1972 as a small prayer hall in North Burnaby, dedicated to preserving and promoting Hindu culture and traditions.
Jalaram Jayanti is an annual festival that celebrates the life and teachings of Shri Jalaram Bapa. Shri Jalaram Bapa is a saint known for his teachings on selfless devotion and compassion for ones in need. Born in Virpur, Gujarat in 1799, Shri Jalaram Bapu devoted his entire life to the kindness and welfare of others. He is especially remembered for his hospitality during Sadavrat, a free meal service that offers food to everyone without any kind of discrimination. He is one of the most celebrated gurus in Gujarat, where Jalaram Jayanti is celebrated with a lot of grandeur. The festival is observed on the seventh day of the Shukla Paksha (waxing phase of the moon) in the Hindu month of Kartik. The festival consists of devotees visiting temples, performing morning prayers, and chanting and singing bhajan in his praise. Bhajan refers to devotional hymns, usually sung in small groups or by the entire congregation. Sweets are distributed and individuals engage in several charitable activities on this day, in the memory of Jalaram Bapu.
Officially registered as the Hindu Cultural Society and Community Centre of B.C., the Hindu Temple of Burnaby, previously known as Vishva Hindu Parishad temple, stands as one of Canada's oldest and largest Hindu temples. It was founded on May 15, 1972 as a small prayer hall in North Burnaby, dedicated to preserving and promoting Hindu culture and traditions.
Creator: Bodalia, Chandra
Description
Photograph of a group of unidentified individuals participating in a religious ceremony at the Hindu Temple of Burnaby in British Columbia (B.C.). Individuals had gathered at the mandir (temple) for a celebration of Jalaram Jayanti.
Jalaram Jayanti is an annual festival that celebrates the life and teachings of Shri Jalaram Bapa. Shri Jalaram Bapa is a saint known for his teachings on selfless devotion and compassion for ones in need. Born in Virpur, Gujarat in 1799, Shri Jalaram Bapu devoted his entire life to the kindness and welfare of others. He is especially remembered for his hospitality during Sadavrat, a free meal service that offers food to everyone without any kind of discrimination. He is one of the most celebrated gurus in Gujarat, where Jalaram Jayanti is celebrated with a lot of grandeur. The festival is observed on the seventh day of the Shukla Paksha (waxing phase of the moon) in the Hindu month of Kartik. The festival consists of devotees visiting temples, performing morning prayers, and chanting and singing bhajan in his praise. Bhajan refers to devotional hymns, usually sung in small groups or by the entire congregation. Sweets are distributed and individuals engage in several charitable activities on this day, in the memory of Jalaram Bapu.
Officially registered as the Hindu Cultural Society and Community Centre of B.C., the Hindu Temple of Burnaby, previously known as Vishva Hindu Parishad temple, stands as one of Canada's oldest and largest Hindu temples. It was founded on May 15, 1972 as a small prayer hall in North Burnaby, dedicated to preserving and promoting Hindu culture and traditions.
Jalaram Jayanti is an annual festival that celebrates the life and teachings of Shri Jalaram Bapa. Shri Jalaram Bapa is a saint known for his teachings on selfless devotion and compassion for ones in need. Born in Virpur, Gujarat in 1799, Shri Jalaram Bapu devoted his entire life to the kindness and welfare of others. He is especially remembered for his hospitality during Sadavrat, a free meal service that offers food to everyone without any kind of discrimination. He is one of the most celebrated gurus in Gujarat, where Jalaram Jayanti is celebrated with a lot of grandeur. The festival is observed on the seventh day of the Shukla Paksha (waxing phase of the moon) in the Hindu month of Kartik. The festival consists of devotees visiting temples, performing morning prayers, and chanting and singing bhajan in his praise. Bhajan refers to devotional hymns, usually sung in small groups or by the entire congregation. Sweets are distributed and individuals engage in several charitable activities on this day, in the memory of Jalaram Bapu.
Officially registered as the Hindu Cultural Society and Community Centre of B.C., the Hindu Temple of Burnaby, previously known as Vishva Hindu Parishad temple, stands as one of Canada's oldest and largest Hindu temples. It was founded on May 15, 1972 as a small prayer hall in North Burnaby, dedicated to preserving and promoting Hindu culture and traditions.