Jai Jhilani
What kind of fast is done on Jal Jhilani??
Nirjala Upvas! - fast without water or food
How many strands does a kanthi have??
2
Ram Bhagwan
How many days of Diwali are there?
5
Whose words are written in the Vachnamrut??
Bhagwan Swaminarayan
Jal Jhilani marks the midpoint of ______.
Chaturmas
Wearing a kanthi is a special way to stay _____ to Bhagwan.
connected
What did Sitaji gift Hanumanji when Ram Bhagwan became king??
pearl necklace
What is annakut?
Lots of food that is prepared by devotees to offer to Bhagwan to thank him for all his blessings!
The Vachnamrut will help us attain _____.
Akshardham
Jal Jhilani teaches us to _____ to Bhagwan.
surrender
What is the meaning of Ashro??
refuge - to look to that person or thing for protection or guidance.
What does Dharma mean??
A person's duty and way to live.
Why do we light divas on Kali Chaudas?
We light divas to show that light wins over darkness and good always wins over evil!
What are the santos closest to Bhagwan Swaminarayan called?? (starts with p)
paramhansa
How is Jal Jhilani celebrated?
1. Devotees place a small murti of Akshar Purshottam Maharaj in a decorated boat and it will go for a ride in a river or pond.
2. Thal and Aarti - They offer thal to the murti and perform 5 aartis.
What does each strand of the kanthi represent??
Purshottam(Bhagwan Swaminarayan)
What are Hanumanji's 2 other names??
Bajrangbali
Pavanputra
What is the last day of the Hindu Calendar year called??
Diwali!!
In what ways is the Vachnamrut called?
By reading, understanding and living by it, we become better people and get closer to Bhagwan Swaminarayan.
What is the story behind Jal Jhilani?
Krishna Bhagwan - Krishna Bhagwan took a group of gopis across the Yamuna River in his boat in exchange for food.
What is the translation of the following Satsang Diksha shloka??
Kāshṭha-jām dvi-guṇām mālām kaṇṭhe sadaiva dhārayet; Satsangam hi samāshritya satsanga-niyamāns-tathā.
Upon taking the refuge of satsang, one should always wear a double-stranded wooden kanthi around the neck and accept the niyams of satsang.
Hanumanji is often carrying a mace in his hand. What does it represent??
It represents strength and courage. The mace reminds us that Hanumanji always uses his power to protect his dharma.
What are the 2 days of Diwali??
1. Dhan Teras
2. Kali Chaudash
3. Diwali
4. New Year
5. Bhai Bij
Name 2 of the 4 people who COMPILED the Vachnamrut?
1. Gopalanand Swami
2. Muktanand Swami
3. Nityanand Swami
4. Shukanand Swami