Jal Jhilni
What kind of fast is observed on Jal Jhilani?
Nirjala Upvas -
fast without water or food
How many strands does a kanthi have?
2
Hanumanji was a devotee of ________________. He always kept him at the forefront of everything he did.
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?
Bonus: 20 points if you say what he did with the necklace
pearl necklace
What is annakut?
An annakut is a mountain of food! Devotees prepare many different dishes and offer them 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
accepting something that provides safety or help when needed
What does Dharma mean?
A person’s duty, righteousness, and the right way to live.
It is to always do what is right
Why do we light divas on Kali Chaudas?
Kali Chaudas reminds us that good always wins over evil. We light divas to show that light wins over darkness.
What are the santos closest to Bhagwan Swaminarayan called?
Paramhansa
How is Jal Jhilani celebrated?
Boat Ride – Devotees place a small murti of Akshar Purushottam Maharaj in a decorated boat. The murtis are taken on a boat ride in a river, pond, or small body of water.
Thal and Arti – They offer thal to the murti and perform five artis.
What does each strand of the kanthi represent?
Akshar (our guru)
Purushottam (Bhagwan Swaminarayan)
What are Hanumanji's 2 other names?
Bajrangbali (as strong as lightning)
Pavanputra (son of the wind)
What is the last day of the Hindu calendar year called?
Diwali
In what ways is the Vachnamrut useful?
By reading, understanding and living by it, we become better human beings and become closer to Bhagwan Swaminarayan
What is the story behind Jal Jhilani?
Bonus: There are 2 stories. Say both for extra 100 points
Shiv Bhagwan – This story takes place in King Bali’s kingdom in Sutal, where Bhagwan Shri Vishnu was sleeping on His back. Bhagwan Shri Vishnu turned to his side. This was an important moment because it marked the midpoint of Chaturmas. This is the day known as Jal Jhilani.
Krishna Bhagwan – Krishna Bhagwan took a group of gopis accros the Yamuna River in his boat in exchange for this favorite food (makhan). This is the festival of Jal Jhilani, a day we surrender ourselves to Bhagwan in the same way the gopis did.
What is the Satsang Diksha Shloka that talks about kanthi?
Bonus: What is the shloka number? + 100 points
Kāshtha-jām dvi-gunām mālām kanthe sadaiva dhārayet । Satsangam hi samāshritya satsanga-niyamāns-tathā ॥
Hanumanji is often carrying a gada (mace) in his hand. What does the gada represent?
It represents strength and courage. The gada reminds us that Hanumanji always uses his power to protect dharma.
What are the 5 days of Diwali?
Dhan Teras
Kali Chaudash
Diwali
New Year
Bhai Bij
Name 2 of the 4 people who compiled the Vachnamrut.
Bonus: + 100 points extra per additional name
Gopalanand Swami
Muktanand Swami
Nityanand Swami
Shukanand Swami