The word ‘Hinduism’ does not appear anywhere in Hindu scriptures, the proper name for Hinduism is ‘Sanatan Dharma’ Sanatan = eternal Dharma = religion.
Hinduism cannot be described as an organized religion. It is not founded by any individual. Hinduism is God centred and therefore one can call Hinduism as founded by God, because the answer to the question ‘Who is behind the eternal principles and who makes them work?’ will have to be ‘Cosmic power, Divine power, God’
Temple Policies:
There shall be no set fee for archana or Abhishekam at the Temple, any monetary contribution for religious event is purely a donation to the Temple and is totally voluntary.
Strict Adherence to all religious ceremonies. Abhishekam (religious bathing) is performed in the morning, every day.
After taking bath, same day cooked (without onion and garlic) food shall be offered to the Lord. Devotees who wish to bring prasaadam from their home shall follow the same rule.
Temple Timings -The Temple shall be open to all from 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM and from 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM during the weekdays and from 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM during weekends and on special days. There shall be an Abhijit Viramam (Temple closed) from 12:00 PM – 03:30 PM during weekends and special days.
Vahana (Vehicle) Pooja – Devotees should assemble at least 30 minutes before for Vahana Pooja to be performed. Vahana Pooja shall not be performed during extremely cold conditions, snow, rain due to unfavorable external weather.
There shall be Annadaanam (Free food) in the Temple, Devotees may offer donation for Annadaanam to the Temple or offer materials for Special food.
Dress Code: All Devotees are requested to appropriately dress for their visit. Traditional/Cultural attire is highly encouraged! Short, revealing, knee-high attire (for adults) are strictly discouraged. Any visitor to the Temple must adhere to the Temple policies at all times while at the Temple premises.
For any additional questions, please contact the Temple @ 919-469-1399 (Pandit ji)
