Sri Guru Poornima Celebrations at Namadwaar Atlanta
By the immense grace of Sri Swamiji and Sri Premikavaradhan Takurji, Atlanta Namadwaar devotees celebrated Sri Guru Poornima on Wednesday, July 29, with deep gratitude and devotion, offering their heartfelt thanks for Sri Swamiji’s countless blessings and for the great fortune of being under his divine shelter.
As a special offering on this auspicious occasion, a 12-hour Akhanda Nama was organized from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Throughout the day, devotees lovingly offered Nama, both virtually and in person at Namadwaar, filling the sacred day with continuous Nama chanting.
Following the Akhanda Nama, the Guru Poornima celebrations continued at Namadwaar from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM. The celebration was especially joyful as several families who had been away traveling during the summer break had returned and came together to participate in this auspicious occasion.
Sri Swamiji’s holy Padukas and picture were placed on a beautifully adorned palanquin for the Sri Guruji Purappadu. By divine grace, the evening weather was pleasant, making it possible for the Purappadu to be celebrated outdoors. Men, women, and children all enthusiastically participated, taking turns to joyfully carry the palanquin in Purappadu while singing Guru Keertans and Sri Madhurageethams with devotion and love.
Following the Purappadu, the young Bhagavatas gathered around Sri Swamiji’s holy Padukas and lovingly performed Ashtotharam. Devotees also performed Pushpa Varsham, showering flowers upon Sri Swamiji as an expression of their love, reverence, and gratitude.
The beautiful Guru Poornima celebration concluded with Harathi and Dolotsavam. 45 people attended the event.
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