Condemning Recent Acts of Violence

Hindu Swayamsevak Sangh, Canada (HSS) strongly condemns the recent attacks on and at Hindu temples in Brampton (Ontario) and Surrey (B.C.) …

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Surya Namaskar Yajna

The Hindu Swayamsevak Sangh would like to welcome members of the general public to participate in our annual Surya Namaskar Yajna. Surya Namaskar is a combination of yogasanas (yoga postures) that at a minimum, exercises all major muscle groups and improves the blood circulation in one’s body. Through regular practice with proper breathing and concentration, Surya Namaskar also aids in the promotion and upliftment of mental health. Yoga is derived from the Sanskrit word ‘yuj’ which means ‘to join’ and it is this unification of the outer self and inner self that is one true goal of yoga.

The HSS of Canada is putting forth a goal of 350,000 surya namaskars to be done collectively by all participants of this yajna. This three week long yajna seeks to assist each individual into this path of yoga by having all participants commit to doing at least one Surya Namaskar daily. Through such diligent practice, it is of sincere hope that we all can make this a habit in our daily lives beyond the yajna so that we all can continuously contribute to the development of the individual’s and society’s physical and mental well-being. 

Further benefits of Surya Namaskar can be found at https://yogabharati.org/article-blog/suryanamaskar-benefits.

Register to participate here.

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Raksha Bandhan

Raksha Bandhan traditionally implies a sister seeking protection from her brother. However, the Sangh perspective is to establish and strengthen a bond amongst all of us as a family. The rakhee knot on our wrists is a reminder to commit ourselves to serve our Dharma and the society we live in.

This festival is an opportunity for us to show love and care for community members, and show that we wish for their wellbeing.  This year, HSS will be visiting local households to tie rakhee to all members of the family.

To learn more, email info@hsscanada.org.

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Weekly Yoga Sessions

The journey continues throughout the year with monthly sessions to maintain rhythm, encouragement and support. To healthy and prosperity.

Yoga sessions will continue every Saturday, 9am. 

Register here for further information and reminders on weekly yoga sessions. 

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Month of Yoga – Thank You for Participating

Part of International Yoga Day Celebrations

Thank you all for participating in the Yoga Yatra celebrations which concluded successfully on June 20th. It was indeed a fascinating journey in the company of very talented instructors of Yoga and Speakers with experience.

Let’s all come together to explore the intricacies of yoga philosophy and practice. By deepening our knowledge and broadening our perspective, we can know ourselves with greater clarity. Through self understanding, one’s consciousness connects to the universal consciousness all around. After all, the journey of life is ultimately inward.

The journey continues throughout the year with monthly sessions to maintain rhythm, encouragement and support. To healthy and prosperity.

Register here for further information on monthly yoga sessions. Here are webinar session details.

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न अभिशेको न संस्कार: सिम्हस्य क्रियते वने | विक्रमार्जिता सत्वस्य स्वयमेव मृगेन्द्रता |
The Lion is the King by it’s own virtue, with no formal royal coronation required. Similarly, one becomes a Master by developing innate attributes and driving actions.

 

 

We are what our thoughts have made us; so take care about what you think. Words are secondary. Thoughts live; they travel far. Swami Vivekananda