Activities

Self-Realization ceremony

Dada Bhagwan is the founder of this unique science called ‘Akram Vignan,’ which is an effortless path towards Self-realization.  Effortless means one can attain self-realization in just 2 hours through a scientific process called Gnan Vidhi (Self-realization ceremony). The process of Self-realization separates the soul and body. which is followed by the explanantion of 5 Agnas (special directives).  In order to nuture and protect the experience of the Soul and live one’s life harmoniously one needs to practice the following daily: 

  1. 5 Agna – To follow 5 Agna for the awareness of soul
  1. Samaik - Samayik is introspection, being the “self” and seeing the “self”. It is a period of 48 minutes for self-analysis and contemplation. It basically means to not allow the feelings of attachment or abhorrence to arise for forty-eight minutes.
  1. Confession - It is act of seeking forgiveness for one’s sins. Many people around the globe have experienced the power of penance / atonement / pratikraman – it is medicine for the mind. They have found internal peace with everyone and everything around them, thus destroying the very root of hatred and abhorrence using bhaav pratikraman (reversal of aggression in thoughts, speech and action by changing the inner intent) which was shown by Gnani Purush Param Pujya Dada Bhagwan.

    In case of serious sins, one can do Alochana, which is to make a confession to the Self-realized person. He will then show us the path to penance, liberation and peace.  

 

Non-sectarian Temples - Trimandirs

With the intent to unify religious differences, Spiritual Master Dada Bhagwan envisioned the concept of the Trimandir. Encompassing three different temples under one roof, the Trimandir boasts an architectural design which radiates the distinct spiritual ideology. This is because the holy edifice is the home of the idols of Gods of Jainism, Shaivism, and Vaishnavism (along with Gods and Goddesses of most Hindu religions), all sharing equal reverence on the same platform.

Recently, the Foundation has constructed the Trimandir on the outskirts of Pune, Maharashtra, India. The building design features an impressive two-storey structure housing a Hall for satsang (spiritual discourses) on the ground floor, and the temple above. 13 ft idol of Lord Simandhar Swami, Lord Krishna and Lord Shiva are placed for worship.

Another such Trimandir is under construction at Surat, Gujarat, India. The ground breaking ceremony took place in May 2024.

People daily gathers for prayers and worship of Tirthankara Lord Shree Simandhar Swami at Trimandir.

The various prayers and worship done daily at Trimandirs are:

  1. Namaskar Vidhi and 9 Kalams - Namskar Vidhi is a devotional hymn which includes all beings’ worthy of worship and one pays obeisance to Lord Shree Simandhar Swami and other Tirthankaras, God and Goddess. 9 Kalams (Nine Precepts) is a prayer which is considered as 'the essence of all scriptures'.
  1. Prakshal - Prakshal is a daily ritual cleansing ceremony of Tirthankara Lord Shree Simandhar Swami’s idol and other GOD.
  1. Aarti - ‘Aarti’ (a religious ritual of worship whereby lights are offered to the Lord along with songs sung in praise of the Lord) is done in the morning and evening at the Trimandir.
  1. Satsang - Attending daily discourses to understand the spiritual science and scriptures in depth.

 

Consecration / sanctification ceremony of the Idols of Lord Simandhar Swami, Lord Krishna, and Lord Shiva

Based on our religious belief, we worship Lord Simandhar Swami, Lord Krishna, and Lord Shiva and offer rituals. Worshiping Them will bring peace and oneness.

Pujyashree Deepakbhai conducts consecration / sanctification ceremonies of the Idols of Lord Simandhar Swami, Lord Krishna, and Lord Shiva, which are then placed for worshiping in various temples and houses of followers. Idols of Gods are available in various sizes.

 

Satsang – Shibir Activities

Broadly, two types of discourses are conducted by the Foundation. One are those conducted across various cities and towns in India and the other are special, focused workshops conducted at in Adalaj Gujarat, India.

Interactive Religious/Spiritual Discourses, Satsangs in form of question answers along with self-realization ceremony are held at various places. Satsangs give knowledge of basic understanding of religion and spirituality answering questions about the ‘Law of Karma’, ‘where is God’, understanding for death and life, etc. and also solutions to routine day to day, intricate & complex issues/problems within family, friends, business, jobs, etc. These sessions normally span over 3-4 days. They are open to all. Annually, approximately 3,00,000 people take advantage of such interactive sessions. In case of smaller towns, people from surrounding villages come for the sessions which are typically held in evening hours.

 

 

Congregation Hall - Dadanagar Convention Centre and its Infrastructure

In order to get in depth knowledge of the religious scriptures and to understand the path after Self-realization till liberation, special shibirs are arranged bi-annually for 8 days for the followers’ advanced spiritual progress. Satsangs for different age groups depending on their need and issues are also held.

In recent years, the Foundation has developed Dadanagar Hall along with ancillary infrastructure to serve an increasing number of followers. The Foundation is formulating plans to develop larger facilities for accommodating a growing number of visitors. 

Dadanagar Hall caters around 20,000 people and is located at Adalaj, Gandhinagar. Its fully equipped with big screens and modern audio / video acoustics set up. Surrounding the hall there is Bhojanshala, parking facility and play area for kids.

Also, many religious festivals such as Janmashtmi (Lord Krishna’s birthday), Swami Janmakalyanak (Lord Simandhar Swami’s Birthday), Gurupurnima (Day of Honour to Guru on a full moon day), Diwali (Festival of lights), Hindu New Year, Navratri (Goddess Ambama’s festival) etc. are celebrated at this Hall at a large scale.

                               

Religious Books and Idols

Pujya Niruma and Pujya Deepakbhai have compiled and edited 14 Aptavanis (religious scriptures) and numerous other books. The Aptavanis provide in-depth answers to many spiritual questions and expositions on various religious/spiritual topics.

Param Pujya Dada Bhagwan used to say that when people will start worshipping Lord Simandhar Swami it will change the world for the better leading to peace, harmony, brotherhood – idols of the Lord are available from our store.

 

Regular activities for Children and Youth

In the today’s fast pacing technology world, life has become complicated. Children and youth are constantly dealing with multiple challenges. It is observed that issues relating to mental stress, worries, depression are increasing.

Special Summer camps and weekly, monthly sessions are held for children and youth aged 4 to 21 years. It also helps them to tackle any situation or adversity and not get depressed in the face of crisis, when they grow up into adults. The topics include how to deal with self-negativity, depression, fight against mobile addiction, healthy relationship, happy family, respect parents & teachers, friendship, gratitude towards God, understanding His existence, etc.

Discourses were organized to boost them, giving positive energy & right understanding on zoom for public at large. To keep kids & youth busy during such times, to use their energy in a positive way, to avoid excess usage of any entertainment media, we organized online camps, quiz for diff age groups.