Gokuldham
The Gokuldham Haveli is dedicated to this Hindu God known for his playful and loving nature
Who is Shrinathji
The Gokuldham Haveli often hosts this type of traditional Indian dance, particularly during the festival of Navratri.
What is Garba/Dandiya/Navratri?
This traditional greeting in the Pushtimarg is often used to invoke blessings and express devotion to Lord Krishna.
What is Jay Shree Krishna?
Sudhama was also a childhood friend and devotee of Lord Krishna.
What is Friendship?
He is the seventh avatar of the god Vishnu and the central character of the epic text written by Valmiki, known for his righteousness and virtue.
Who is Ram?
The festival involves decorating swings with flowers and celebrating the playful nature of Lord Krishna.
What is Hindola?
This form of Krishna, also known as Govardhanadhari, is the deity worshipped in Pushtimarg.
Who is Shreenathji?
This devoted monkey god is known for his unwavering devotion to Lord Ram.
Who is Hanuman?
Gokuldham has a youth group which has monthly events and Meetings
What does Gokuldham Youth do?
Celebrated as the birthday of Lord Krishna, this festival involves fasting, singing devotional songs, and act as we are in Krishna's childhood.
What is Janmashtmi?
In Pushtimarg, this river goddess is considered a divine consort of Lord Krishna and holds a special place in the rituals.
Who is Yamunaji?
This young devotee of Lord Vishnu is known for his intense meditation and became the Pole Star as a result of his devotion.
Who is Dhruv (the northern star)
In our culture, this term refers to a traditional temple or mansion where God is housed and worshipped
What is Haveli?
This festival of lights includes celebrations of the lifting of Govardhan Hill by Krishna.
What is Govardhanpuja?
This revered saint and philosopher is the founder of the Pushtimarg tradition, emphasizing pure devotion and grace.
Who is Mahaprabhuji?
This Hindu goddess of knowledge, music, art, wisdom, and learning is worshipped annually, especially during the festival of Vasant Panchami.
Who is Sarasvati?
2009 is the year when the Gokuldham Haveli in Atlanta was established, marking its significance as a center for cultural and religious activities
When was Gokuldham established?
The festival celebrates the bond between brothers and sisters, where sisters tie a protective thread around their brothers wrists.
What is Rakshabandhan?
This term refers to the sacred land associated with Lord Krishna's leela’s, considered the spiritual home of Pushtimarg devotees.
What is Vraj/vrajdham?
This elephant-headed god is worshipped as the remover of obstacles and the god of new beginnings.
Who is Ganpati?