Gita Jayanti Mahotsav, December 22, 2023
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Omkareshwar Mahadev Mandir, New Delhi
The occasion of Gita Jayanti was celebrated with great fervour at Omkareshwar Mahadev Mandir in New Delhi on December 22, 2023. Gita Jayanti is the day when Bhagwan Shri Krishna imparted the sacred wisdom to disillusioned Arjuna on the battlefield of Kurukshetra. HH Shri Sudhanshu Ji Maharaj and Dr. Archika Didi Ji graced the event with their presence. Devotees welcomed Maharaj Ji and Didi Ji upon their arrival. They offered their prayers to the deities at the temple, performed yagna, and met devotees.
The event commenced with the ceremony of deep prajwalan, followed by Guru Vandana and Swastivaachan.
There were many beautiful bhajan renditions by the students of Gurukul. Their various performances on Krishna and Gita bhajans cast a spell on everyone present at the event.
The programme also showcased heart-winning performances by Gurukul students on the Holy Gita’s various verses.
In addition to this, there was also a captivating recital on Shri Krishna-Arjuna Samvaad at the battlefield of Kurukshetra.
Later, Maharaj Ji and Dr. Jeetram Bhatt Ji, Director, Dr. Goswami Girdhari Lal Shastri Prachya Vidya Pratishthanam, Delhi, awarded certificates and scholarships to the winners, who participated at the Gita Quiz Competition organised by Vishwa Jagriti Mission at all gurukuls in Delhi.
The Holy Bhagavad Gita is an extremely revered scripture in Hinduism that encapsulates profound teachings by Bhagwan Shri Krishna to Arjuna on duty and righteousness. For thousands of years, this treasure trove containing universal wisdom has been inspiring spiritual seekers worldwide and promoting inner peace and an ethical way of living among the masses. It is a beacon of timeless wisdom, guiding millions of people across the globe to the path of self-realisation, addressing the complexities of life, and illuminating the essence of Dharma among them. For its practical knowledge and philosophical depth, the holy Gita has today transcended borders and been offering solace, clarity, and inner peace to seekers trying to find out the real meaning of life.
During the programme, Didi Ji shared her views on the enlightening teachings of the sacred Bhagavad Gita. Here are some of the main highlights of her address: