Hindu Temple-Vendanta Ashram Society - Halifax, NS

The Vedanta Ashram Society, also known as the Halifax Hindu Temple, is a volunteer-run, non-profit organization located at its new address, 6420 Young Street. It serves as a vibrant spiritual and cultural hub for the community's needs.

Key features

Daily worship: The temple offers regular pujas (worship), bhajans (devotional singing), and opportunities for darshan (viewing of the deities).

Festivals and celebrations: Major Hindu festivals are celebrated throughout the year, such as Ganesh Chaturthi and Diwali.

Prasadam: Prasadam, or sanctified food, is shared with the community during gatherings, including after the Sunday puja.

Educational programs: The temple offers classical music lessons for children and youth, helping them maintain their cultural heritage.

Mission: The temple's mission promotes harmony and understanding among religious denominations and is summarized by the mantra Lokah Samastah Sukhino Bhavantu, which translates to "May all beings everywhere be happy and free".

Volunteer-driven: The temple operates entirely on a volunteer basis, with dedicated members handling various tasks and services.

Community events: Events, such as consular camps, are occasionally hosted at the temple in collaboration with outside organizations.

Charitable giving: As a registered non-profit, the society accepts donations and has been involved in charitable efforts over its 50-year history.

Interfaith dialogue: The temple promotes goodwill and understanding among all religious denominations.

Beautiful deities: The prayer hall is adorned with numerous deities.

Dining hall: A dining hall is available for community meals.

Wheelchair accessibility: The temple is wheelchair accessible, including the entrance, parking lot, and restrooms.