{"id":15496,"date":"2018-07-16T14:31:40","date_gmt":"2018-07-16T11:31:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.revers-sun.fi\/?p=15496"},"modified":"2018-07-16T14:31:40","modified_gmt":"2018-07-16T11:31:40","slug":"hindu-press-international-jul-16-2018","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.revers-sun.fi\/fi\/sanatana-dharma\/hindu-press-international\/hindu-press-international-jul-16-2018","title":{"rendered":"Hindu Press International- Jul 16, 2018"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Mauritius Devotees Build 108-foot Venkateshwara Statue<\/a><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n
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MAURITIUS, July 2, 2018 (defimeida.info): The statue of the God Venkateshwara, was unveiled at 16th Mile in Forest-Side, Curepipe, by the Prime Minister. Measuring 108 feet, it is the tallest statue of this Deity in the world. The dedication ceremony took place on Sunday, July 1st. The idea of building this statue came to Acharya Brundavanam Partha Sarathi, who is the founder of Hari Hara Devasthanam at 16th Mile. 500 people came from India for its construction which lasted three years. ”This statue is a first in the world. Mauritians must be proud. Thousands of people around the world go to Thirupathi, in Andhra Pradesh, India, every year for the pilgrimage of the God Venkateshwara. Now we can enjoy His blessing here in Mauritius,” says Acharya Brundavanam Partha Sarathi.<\/p>\n

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BAPS North American Youth Convention in Atlanta a Success<\/a><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n
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\"\"ATLANTA, GEORGIA, July 11, 2018 (baps.org): From July 1 to July 10, 2018, the BAPS North American Youth Convention (NAYC18) in Atlanta, Georgia saw over 10,000 youth and supporting volunteers in attendance over three conventions with a focus on the theme of Moksha, ultimate liberation. Youth volunteers spent years planning the content and logistics of a convention of this magnitude. The convention was divided into three parts for different age groups: July 1 – 4: Students in grades 3 to 8; July 4 – 7: High School students; July 7 – 10: College students.<\/p>\n

The concept of Moksha can seem irrelevant to youths given the carefree nature of being young. However, the idea will be presented in a practical and pertinent manner. Focus on the importance of a sense of purpose, sincere effort, genuine intent and actions, prayer and introspection, and respect for the world around us allowed the youth to realize that things that benefit them in their lives today are also stepping stones towards Moksha.<\/p>\n

Skits presented everyday situations youths experience and explored realistic inner conflict of characters struggling with choices between their desires and values. Interspersed talks by BAPS Swamis provided spiritual guidance through inspiring examples and actionable steps while also providing validation of the challenges youths face. The skits highlighted the benefits and importance of achieving inner satisfaction through making decisions in line with pleasing their gurus, His Holiness Pramukh Swami Maharaj and His Holiness Mahant Swami Maharaj.<\/p>\n

Small group sessions provided an opportunity to connect with one another and share experiences and means that their peers utilize to guide their choices. In addition, Pujya Anandswarupdas Swami and Pujya Ishwarcharandas Swami shared their wisdom and inspired positive actions through examples from the lives of the BAPS guru parampara.<\/p>\n

Much more information at ”source” above.<\/p>\n

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Daily Inspiration<\/a><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n
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\"\"Years ago, I used to walk for miles to meet my Guru. The distance appeared no longer than a few furlongs.
\n— Dada J.P. Vaswani<\/b><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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