The 2013 Samuhika Satyanarayana Puja was be held at Shanthi Mandir on Saturday Aug 3, 2013.
The Satyanarayana Puja is typically performed in conjunction with significant auspicious events in one’s life (wedding, a new home, a new job etc.) to give thanks for goals reached. It is most auspicious when conducted on the day of the full moon (Purnima) and is typically performed by families to strengthen family and community harmony and to bestow the Grace of Lord Satyanarayana on all. This prayer service is very accessible and hence largely participatory. It has both devotional and social components, with the prayer service followed by sharing of the Satyanarayana Katha (stories on the significance and benefits of performing the Satyanarayana Puja) and a community meal.
Twelve families/individuals performed the Puja, which was conducted by N. Srikanta. Among them were several newly married couples – the Mandir wishes them the best on their journey through the next phase of their lives. Several additional devotees attended the Puja. Prasad was served following the Puja.
