KAILASA HOUSTON, USA On 25/8/2024

With the blessings of THE SUPREME PONTIFF OF HINDUISM (SPH), BHAGAVAN SRI NITHYANANDA PARAMASHIVAM — the ultimate manifestation, Paramavatara of Paramashiva — KAILASA Houston, USA, celebrated the auspicious festival of Krishna Janmashtami on Sunday, August 25th, 2024. This sacred observance marked the divine birthday of Bhagavan Krishna, celebrating His embodiment of infinite love and joyous celebration. The community performed specialized Hindu rituals, including Krishna Alankaram and the traditional offering of butter, invoking the presence of the beloved deity into their hearts and homes. This event served to deepen the devotees' connection with the divine playfulness and profound wisdom exemplified by Krishna, aligning perfectly with KAILASA's mission of reviving the enlightened Sanatana Hindu civilization and enabling devotees to connect with THE SPH to manifest the state, space, powers, being and superconsciousness of Paramashiva.

KRISHNA JANMASHTAMI CELEBRATIONS

The KRISHNA JANMASHTAMI CELEBRATIONS were performed with profound devotion and spiritual reverence at KAILASA Houston, USA. This highly significant annual Hindu festival celebrates the advent of Bhagavan Krishna, the Purna Avatar (complete incarnation) known for His ultimate joy, spiritual romanticism, and ability to elevate life to a state of constant celebration. These celebrations are an essential part of the Hindu calendar, marking the continuous revival of ancient traditions globally.

THE SPH, BHAGAVAN SRI NITHYANANDA PARAMASHIVAM, constantly revives the essence of these ancient divine truths, emphasizing Krishna's nature of absolute bliss and immersion in existence. THE SPH shares the profound truth that, “Krishna ... Celebration is His Life & Message! He’s so much in love with life, in romance with cosmos. Everything about Him is just celebration, celebration, & celebration.” This celebration at KAILASA Houston manifested this philosophy, providing devotees with an opportunity to internalize this powerful truth and embody the spiritual freedom of Bhagavan Krishna.

Under the divine grace and blessings of THE SPH, the devotees performed several sacred Hindu rituals designed to honor Krishna's birth and divine presence. The observance included the intricate Krishna Alankaram (adornment) of the deities, symbolizing the beauty and majesty of the Paramashiva principle manifested as Krishna. Central to the celebration was the offering of fresh butter, a traditional tribute symbolizing pure love and devotion, echoing the beloved stories of Krishna’s childhood. This ritual was conducted with the sacred sentiment of inviting Bhagavan Krishna into the devotees’ innermost hearts and households, thereby enriching their lives with His protective grace and divine joy. The dedication of 4 committed volunteers ensured the flawless execution of all ceremonies, contributing to the sanctity and success of the utsavam.

Such sacred gatherings are vital components of KAILASA's global movement for the revival of Sanatana Hindu Dharma. By celebrating the sacred festivals of the Hindu pantheon, KAILASA enables the community to actively engage with the enlightened Hindu civilization, providing a powerful avenue for consciousness awakening and connecting devotees with THE SPH to manifest the state, space, powers, being and superconsciousness of Paramashiva.

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