Jal Jhilni
What kind of fast is observed on Jal Jhilni?
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.
Ram Bhagwan
Whose words are written in the Vachanamrut?
Bhagwan Swaminarayan
How many Vedas are there?
4
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
The Vachanamrut will help us attain ---.
Akshardham
The vedas are all the important teachings of ---.
Bhagwan
Jal Jhilni teaches us to --- to Bhagwaan.
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.
What are the santos closest to Bhagwan Swaminarayan called?
Paramhansa
Who wrote the vedas?
Ved Vyas
How is Jal Jhilani celebrated?
1. 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.
2. Thal and Arti - They offer thal to the murti and perform five artis.
What does each strand of the kanthi represent?
1) Akshar (our guru)
2. Purushottam (Bhagwan Swaminarayan)
What are Hanumanji's 2 other names?
1. Bajrangbali (as strong as lightning)
2. Pavanputra (son of the wind)
In what ways is the Vachanamrut useful?
By reading, understanding and living by it, we become better human beings and become closer to Bhagwan Swaminarayan.
What language are the vedas written in?
Sanskrit
1. Shiv Bhagwaan - 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 Jhilni.
2. Krishna Bhagwan - Krishna Bhagwan took a group of gopis across the Yamuna River in his boat in exchange for his favorite food (maakhan). This is the festival of Jhal Jhilni, a day we surrender ourselves to Bhagwan in the same way the gopis did.
What is the translation of the following Satsang Diksha Shlok?
Kashta-jam dvi-gulam malam kanthe sadaiva dharayet
Satsangam hi samashritya satsang-niyamans-tatha (21)
"Upon taking the refuge of satsang, one should always wear a double-stranded wooden kanthi around the neck and accept the niyams of satsang." (Satsang Diksha 21)
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.
Name 2 of the 4 people who compiled the Vachanamrut. Bonus: +100 points extra per additional name...
Gopalanand Swami
Muktanand Swami
Nityanand Swami
Shukanand Swami
What are the names of the Vedas?
1. Rigveda
2. Yajurveda
3. Samaveda
4. Atharvaveda