Founders & Gurus
Who founded BAPS after separating from the Vadtal Gadi and in what year?
Shastriji Maharaj, 1907
The largest Hindu temples outside India.
Akshardham Robbinsville, New Jersey
This festival celebrates the birth of Bhagwan Swaminarayan.
Swaminarayan Jayanti
What is the central philosophy of BAPS
Akshar-Purushottam Upasana
BAPS has over this many centers worldwide.
5,000
Who is the current spiritual leader of BAPS as of 2016
Mahant Swami Maharaj
The city in Gujarat where the first BAPS mandir was built.
Bochasan
BAPS celebrates this festival with elaborate offerings.
Annakut
Name the eternal entities
Jiva, Ishwar, Maya, Brahm and parabrahm
BAPS Charities supports this type of global initiative.
disaster relief
Who was the first spiritual successor of Bhagwan Swaminarayan.
Gunatitanand Swami
Name 4 architectural, decorative or symbolic elements found in BAPS swaminarayan mandirs
Shikars, Domes, Mandap, kalash, Jali (intricate stone lattice screens),pillars, flyinf arcges, Friezes etc
A month-long celebration of devotion and service held annually.
Bhakti Parva
BAPS emphasizes this quality, meaning humility and service.
seva
BAPS promotes this among youth through spiritual camps and activities.
character development
Narrate a prasang where mahant swami maharaj smiled/ laughed?
own.
all the time he is happy :)
What is the architectural style used in BAPS mandirs?
Maru-Gurjara architecture
This festival marks the spiritual bond between guru and disciple.
Guru Purnima
What are the 4 qualities Bhagwan Swaminarayan is described by?
Sarvopari, Sarva-karta-harta, Divya sakar, Pragat
BAPS is headquartered in this Indian city.
Ahmedabad