“The New Testament is a manifesto of inhumanity. It is mass deception planned on a large scale. It makes people stupid instead of making them aware of their own objective interests. What, after all, is the cross of Jesus Christ? It is nothing but the sum total of a sado-masochistic glorification of pain.” Joachim Kahl. On April 2, Lalith Kumar attended a program organized by the Global Hindu Heritage Foundation at the Nandini and Prakasarao Velagapudi residence, with more than 40 people in attendance. Dr. Prakasarao Velagapudi spoke about the struggle Hindus are facing in India and how Hindus are failing in their responsibility to protect their Sanatana Dharma and Bharat. He mentioned how GHHF and many organizations fought to get the cancellation of Mumtaz Hotel at the footsteps of Seven Hills. Nearly it took three months to make Andhra Pradesh government to realize the strength of Hindu organizations. Andhra Pradesh government is planning to sign a contract with Lulu Mall in Tirupati, He mentioned that it should not be given within a 50–60-kilometer radius. If the permit is given in proximity of Tirupati, there is potential danger to change the topography of Tirupati. That many Muslim families will move in, vote in block, and elect a Muslim Mayor in Tirupati. Once elected, he will start namaz five time across Tirupati, start Sharia law, change the school syllabus and make it into an Islamic City defiling the scared city of Tirupati. It is time all Hindus wake up and work toward declaring Tirumala, Tirupati, and Tiruchanur as a Punyakashetra like Mecca and the Vatican.                 Lalith Kumar was welcomed by Koosam, who said that he is doing a yeoman service, highlighting his tireless effort to face the Christian and Muslim aggression for more than ten years. Lalith Kumar was very passionate about protecting Sanatana Dharma. He is adept in the Bible and Qur'an. Both religions only talk about atrocities and killings. He mentioned that he filed about 35 cases to protect Hinduism. Hinduism is the only religion that talks about the welfare of all human beings irrespective of their religion. It never talks badly about other religions. Except for very few verses in these two books, the overwhelming majority of the verses talk about violence, attacking Hindu Temples, and destroying idols. There is no place for other religions except theirs.                 He quoted several verses from different Hindu scriptures about universal welfare. He talked about Adharva Sirsha, where it says we should hear only good, see only good, and speak only good. The meaning of the sloka is thus:  Om, O Devas, May we Hear with our Ears what is Auspicious, 2: May we see with our Eyes what is Auspicious and Adorable, 3: May we be Prayerful (in Life) with Steadiness in our Bodies (and Minds), 4: May we offer our Lifespan allotted by the Devas (for the Service of God), He also talked about Sahanavavatu and Sahaveeryam to emphasize the peaceful nature of Hinduism. He also talked about how Christians and even Hindus are attacking him and filing cases against him.  He mentioned that he is being implicated in the death of Pastor Praveen Pagadala. Lalith was in the USA at the time of the Pastor's death.                 This is what is happening in Bharat and how Hindus are facing these hurdles every. Even the Hindu community is working against activists like Lalith.     He was honored with a Shawl, flowers and a gift. At that time, Pinnamaneni Srinivas and Rajesh Thunuguntla joined on zoom call to show their appreciation to Lalith Kumar. {{album_1345}}

[GHHF] PGurus interviewed Prakasarao Velagapudi on Muslim Aggression and Appeasement in Andhra. Talked about the efforts by several Hindu groups to protect Seven Hills; impact of Lulu Mall on Tirupati; Muslim attacks in Raya Choti, Madanapalli, Pedana Town on Ayyappa Devotees, Veerabhadra Swamy devotees; police notice to Hindus not to sing Bhajans. Is there any limit for the Muslim appeasement? Hindus can’t even Bhajans in Andhra? https://www.youtube.com/live/qtddHWDlKhc?si=A9xoeyEBYm8z-eB6

“India is the mother of religion. In her are combined science and religion in perfect harmony, and that is the Hindu religion, and it is India that shall be again the spiritual mother of the world” – Annie Besant Global Hindu Heritage Foundation is very happy to announce the opening of Water Pandals in 20 Centers this year. This summer the temperatures are already soaring to 100 degrees Fahrenheit. I will increase to anywhere between 115-120 F in some places.      Last year we opened about 20 centers providing drinking water for the poor and other living beings also. GHHF believes this task to be very divine. We have witnessed so many people suffering on the streets due to scorching heat and lack of water. We are trying our best to quench the thirst of people on the streets. We saw many people fainting on the streets as they could not get a glass of water.     Our scriptures extol the virtue of providing water to the needy. Shiva Purana says:  संजीवनं समस्तस्य जगतः सलिलात्मकम् । भव इत्युच्यते रूपं भवस्य परमात्मनः   saṃjīvanaṃ samastasya jagataḥ salilātmakam | bhava ityucyate rūpaṃ bhavasya paramātmanaḥ (Shiva Purana)  It is said that “Parameswara himself descends to this earth in the form of water to sustain all living beings. Providing such water to those who are thirsty brings great merit and divine grace.”  The intensity of the sun is increasing day by day this summer. Especially in areas with severe water scarcity, the poor, laborers, travelers, and other common people are suffering from thirst. To quench their thirst, Global Hindu Heritage Foundation has decided to set up water distribution centers (Chalivendras) in April and May this year, just like every year. Objectives of the Water Distribution Centers: To provide cold drinking water for those who are thirsty. To provide relief from the summer heat. To help the common people in areas with water scarcity. Request your Assistance – Sponsor one or more Centers. To make this good deed successful, your generous assistance is very much needed. Your donations will be used for the establishment of water distribution centers, water supply, and other necessities. Your sponsorship will be able to open one center for two months. Your donation will be used to: Shed construction, Earthen pots, Drinking water expenses, Sand expenses, Glasses, Ice cubes, other expenses Total estimated expenses: $250.00 for two months.  Your donation will be recognized on a flexi with your name on it.  Your Sponsorship will quench the thirst of many. Through your generosity, you will be a support to those suffering from thirst this summer. The organization plans to establish 20 water distribution centers.  If anyone is willing to cover the expenses of one center for a month or two, the center will be operated by their name. PICTURES: Attaches are the pictures taken last year. We will cover the distribution of water periodically.  Your donations are appreciated. By Zelle: ghhfusaorg@gmail.com PayPal: savetemples.org By Check: Or you can send a check payable to GHHF, 14726 Harmony Lane, Frisco, TX 75035. It is tax-deductible. By Rupees: call 601-918-7111; +91 83096 43979 {{album_1344}}

“Therefore, without being attached to the fruits of activities, one should act as a matter of duty, for by working without attachment one attains the Supreme.” Bhagavad Gita 3:19 Global Hindu Heritage Foundation is extremely happy to announce the formation of Hindu Yuva Manch, which has a mission to do selfless service to the Hindu Community, protect them from impending dangers, and keep a vigil when people are doing their dharma. Hundred youths from different villages came to Udharbond, where, in the presence of others, we launched *Hindu Yuva Manch with an aim to Seva, Suraksha, and Jagran of Hindus in Assam.  Sri Samrat Dutt, one of the GHHF board of Directors, is very active in preserving and promoting Sanatana Dharma and helping Hindus realize the importance of protecting their motherland. He, in fact, started a women’s wing known as Tejaswini to provide needed protection to Hindu families and Hindu girls and also initiated the Hindu Advocates Forum to provide needed legal help for Hindus. On March 30, 2025, a ten-member ad hoc committee was formed. In the coming three months, it will work on expanding HYM networks throughout the State. After reaching the venue, cadres felicitated Samrat with a Shiva Picture, a clay art design made by one of the cadres, Subham Nath. Samratji felicitated Ranajit Baishab, who led the team during the church demolition movement in Nydol village. Seva (also transcribed as sewa, Sanskrit) is the concept of selfless service performed without any expectation of reward. It is predominant in Hinduism and Sikhism. Such services can be performed to benefit other human beings or society. Sea means "selfless service". A more recent interpretation of the word is "dedication to others" The idea of selfless service (seva) is an important concept in several religions because God is perceived as having an interest in the well-being of others. Serving other people is considered an essential devotional practice, indirectly serving God and living a religious life that benefits others. People of every religion are included in this service. In the Bhagavad Gita, probably the most well-known Hindu text, the aspirant is advised to perform Karma Yoga, throughout life, as the path to Gyana Yoga, spiritual wisdom. As many readers would be aware, the central element of Karma Yoga is nishkama karma, action without desire for its fruits. The action will benefit the needy. For the sevak, such helpful action is its reward. The logo of the Hindu Yuva Manch depicts Gada (mace) and Hanuman. Hanuman will serve as their model for selfless service to the needy. As we all know, Hanuman performed his selfless service to Lord Rama by leaping across the ocean to reach Lanka, delivering a message to Sita, leading the monkeys in the battle against Ravana, and bringing Sanjeevani to protect the life of Lakshman. Global Hindu Heritage Foundation congratulates Samrat for initiating a noble mission to serve the Hindu community.  The meeting concluded with the National Anthem. Your donations are appreciated. By Zelle: ghhfusaorg@gmail.com PayPal: savetemples.org By Check: Or you can send a check payable to GHHF, 14726 Harmony Lane, Frisco, TX 75035. It is tax-deductible. By Rupees: call 601-918-7111; +91 83096 43979 {{album_1342}}

“We have to change this whole earth into a tremendous festival, and it is possible because man brings all that is needed to transform this earth into a paradise.” Rajneesh “Yugasya Adi: Yugadi” The word Uga in Ugadi means the movement of the stars. Adi means the beginning! It means the day when the stars movement begins. That is, the day when the actual movement of time begins. Ugadi is the new year celebrated in Andhra, Karnataka, and Maharashtra. According to our Puranas, Chaitra Shukla Padyami means that creation took place on the day of Ugadi. Since Brahma created the vast universe on the day of Chaitra Shukla Padyami, Ugadi is celebrated as a sign of the beginning of creation. The Telugu year begins from the day of Ugadi. This is the first festival of the Telugu people. It is good if new work is started on the day of Ugadi. On that day, one should wake up early in the morning, clean the house and the porch, tie mango arches to the doorways, take a bath, wear washed clothes, eat Ugadi Pacchadi and start the daily routine. Ugadi Pacchadi is a combination of six flavors. Ugadi Pacchadi, which is a combination of six flavors: sweet (madhuram), sour (amlam), salt (lavanam), pungent (katu), bitter (tikta), and bitter (kashayam), is special to the Telugu people. Ugadi Pacchadi conveys the message of accepting the good, the bad, the hardships and the pleasures that one encounters throughout the year. The inner significance of this preparation is to indicate that life is a mixture of good and bad, joy and sorrow and all of them have to be treated alike. All experiences have to be treated with equanimity. Everyone should make a resolve that he will face calmly whatever happens this year, accepting it with good grace. Welcome everything. Consider everything for one’s own good. Men should rise above sorrow and happiness, success and failure. This is the primary message of the Ugadi festival. On Ugadi day, people wake up before the break of dawn and take a head bath after which they decorate the entrance of their houses with fresh mango leaves. The significance of tying mango leaves relates to a legend. It is said that Kartik (or Subramanya or Kumara Swamy) and Ganesha, the two sons of Lord Siva and Parvathi were very fond of mangoes. As the legend goes Kartik exhorted people to tie green mango leaves to the doorway signifying a good crop and general well-being. Auspicious days like Ugadi should be used for making resolutions to change our way of life and to purify our behavior by giving up all bad qualities. Ugadi is a festival that teaches lessons in selfless service. It is not intended for feasting. It is a sacred day when wholesome wisdom should dawn and enlightenment should blossom in the hearts of the people. Ugadi teaches man the lesson that he should perfect himself as an embodiment of divinity. Season For Pickles:    With the raw mango available in abundance only during the two months (of April/May), people in Andhra Pradesh make good use of mangoes to last them until the next season. They pickle the mangoes with salt, powdered mustard and powdered dry red Chilli and a lot of oil to float over the mangoes. This preparation is called "avakai" and lasts for a whole year. Kavi Sammelanam:    Kavi Sammelanam (poetry recitation) is a typical Telugu Ugadi feature. Ugadi is also a time when people look forward to a literary feast in the form of Kavi Sammelanam. Many poets come up with new poems written on subjects ranging - from Ugadi - to politics to modern trends and lifestyles. Experts will open the new Panchanga on the day and explain the forecast of rain, crops, storms, crop prices and other relevant things. Prediction of the whole year and make people prepared to face any situation. People also watch the moon (Chandra Darshana) as it is an eventful day. Your donations are appreciated. By Zelle: ghhfusaorg@gmail.com PayPal: savetemples.org By Check: Or you can send a check payable to GHHF, 14726 Harmony Lane, Frisco, TX 75035. It is tax-deductible. By Rupees: call 601-918-7111; +91 83096 43979 {{album_1341}}

“Knowledge is the greatest treasure; it cannot be stolen, nor can it be consumed by fire.” Atharva Veda 10.1.20 There was a boy named Krishna in a small town. He was not very interested in studies. Even though he went to school, his mind was always occupied with games. No matter how much the teachers told him, he would not listen. "Why study? Money is enough!" He had a philosophy. One day, Sridhar Sir, a great teacher in his school, said in class: "Na hi jnanena sadrusham pavitrimiha vidyate . Tatsvayam yogasamsiddhah kalenatmani vindati. (Bhagavad Gita 4:38] (There is nothing in this world as sacred as knowledge. Knowledge appears as light from within to those who practice it over time.) Krishna did not pay much attention to the words of that sir. But after a few years, his family fell into great financial difficulties. His father's business failed, and the whole family was under pressure due to debts. In that situation, Krishna could not find a job anywhere. Then he realized – "I did not pay attention to my studies and gave value to meaningless things. That is why I am in a situation where I cannot do anything today." He went to Sridhar Sir again in anger. "Sir, I always wanted to study hard. But I think it is already too late. “Can I start studying again now?" he asked. Sir said with a smile, "Knowledge is never late. You start now; it will fill your future with light." He gave me an old computer and said, "Learn this, you will start a new life." From that day on, Krishna started learning new things hard. Within a few years, he became a good software engineer. He improved the financial condition of his parents. One day, when he went for an interview at a big software company, there was a sign in front of him that said "Na Hi Jnanena Sadrusham" written on the cabin. Seeing that verse, he smiled. "This is the word that changed my life!" he thought. Morals to learn from the story: 1. Knowledge is always valuable: Even if we lose all our money and possessions, if we have knowledge with us, we can grow again. 2. We should respect our teachers: Good teachers change our lives. Do not forget what they say. 3. Knowledge is our real wealth: Even if we lose all our money and possessions, knowledge will always be with us. 4. Hard work - results: If we work honestly like Krishna, we can go any distance in life. Important things to teach children through this story: 1. We must work hard to reach our goals. 2. If we practice knowledge, it will eventually show us the way to success. 3. Even in difficulties, we should not stop trying. 4. If we learn any task with interest, it will be useful in the future. 5. Even if we make a mistake, recognizing it and correcting it is real success How to discuss this story with children: 1. What do you want to do in the future for your parents? 2. What changes do you want to make for your future? 3. Have you ever felt like you made a mistake like Krishna? 4. "Knowledge is never late” can you give any example of this? 5. How do you cope when things get tough? Your donations are appreciated. By Zelle: ghhfusaorg@gmail.com PayPal: savetemples.org By Check: Or you can send a check payable to GHHF, 14726 Harmony Lane, Frisco, TX 75035. It is tax-deductible. By Rupees: call 601-918-7111; +91 83096 43979  {{album_1340}}

    https://youtu.be/v1UQbbDu3hs   Please listen to 18 years of dedicated and passionate effort to preserve and protect Hinduism. One ounce of action is worth more than many tons of talking many times more. Find out what Global Hindu Heritage foundation is doing in eight different States in Bharta and Bangladesh.

Global Hindi Heritage Foundation is extremely happy to hear B R Naidu and the Trust Board's announcement on various issues related to the operation of the TTD. We congratulate TTD on making decisions regarding the management of the Lord Venkateswara Temple.             GHHF also expresses its gratitude to the Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, Sri Chandra Babu Naidu, for providing guidance to TTD in its operation. We request all Hindus to join us in expressing our appreciation. The following are some of the major decisions adopted by the TTD Trust Board. Executive Officer J Shyamala Rao was also present at the news conference.  1.      The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) Trust Board has passed a resolution to remove all non-Hindu employees from the organization. TTD Chairman BR Naidu announced the key decision following a board meeting, emphasizing that only individuals practicing the Hindu faith should be involved in the temple’s sacred duties.   "This resolution aligns with the spiritual and religious sentiments of devotees, who expect the temple administration to be run by those who share the faith," Naidu stated. The decision marks a shift toward stricter adherence to religious guidelines in the governance of one of the world’s wealthiest and most-visited religious institutions. It is expected to impact several employees across different departments within TTD. He said they will be given the option of taking voluntary retirement or joining any other government department.   2.      Naidu announced, “We have also decided to identify unauthorized and unlicensed shops in Tirumala and take appropriate action against them.”   3.      Another critical decision was that the board approved the formation of a special committee dedicated to safeguarding TTD properties. TTD has properties across different States. Protecting these properties from illegal occupation has been a significant issue for many years. This decision addresses the concerns of many, enabling the protection and management of extensive assets under TTD’s jurisdiction.   This Special Committee will ensure legal compliance, address ongoing property disputes, and prevent encroachments. "We are taking every measure to protect the sanctity of our properties and preserve these resources for future generations," Naidu affirmed 4.      The key decision is also taken to modernize the guest rooms at a cost of ₹772 crore. This effort aims to enhance accommodation facilities and improve the overall experience for millions of pilgrims who visit Tirumala annually. 5.      Many requests are coming to TTD from different States and foreign countries to help construct Sri Venkateswara Temples. In response to these requests, the board approved the creation of a special trust dedicated to constructing temples in foreign countries. This initiative aims to promote Hindu culture globally and provide devotees living abroad with easier access to religious services. The board also approved the extension of financial assistance for the reconstruction of various temples at Kodangal, Karimnagar, Upamaka, Anakapalle, Kurnool, Dharmavaram, Talakona, and Tirupati.” Expressing optimism about the global expansion, Naidu said, "These new temples will serve as cultural and spiritual centers, fostering a deeper connection to Hindu traditions worldwide." 6.      Asserting that Visakha Sarada Peetham, which took land on lease from the TTD, committed several violations, he said the land lease would be canceled. The building constructed on the land will be demolished. Other key resolutions   The TTD board meeting also included several other significant decisions: •         Special measures to resolve legal disputes related to TTD-owned lands. •         Financial assistance for incomplete temple projects in villages. •         Reinstating the provision of offline darshan tickets for senior citizens and differently abled devotees on a trial basis. •    Forming a vigilance and revenue officer-led committee to remove unauthorized hackers in Tirumala. •    The allotment of 20 acres of land designated for a Science city and Museum in Alipiri was canceled.   These resolutions reflect TTD’s commitment to preserving religious traditions, protecting their vast assets, enhancing pilgrim facilities, and expanding its spiritual influence globally. Your donations are appreciated. By Zelle: ghhfusaorg@gmail.com PayPal: savetemples.org By Check: Or you can send a check payable to GHHF, 14726 Harmony Lane, Frisco, TX 75035. It is tax-deductible. By Rupees: call 601-918-7111; +91 83096 43979 {{album_1339}}

Global Hindu Heritage Foundation is committed to protect Hindu girls from the deceptive and brutal methods to trap Hindu girls to marry and convert them to Islam. We are all aware of the turmoil Hindu girls go though as they are subjected to rape, beating, exploiting, kidnapping and killing. We are constantly watching and taking positive steps to alert Hindu girls and helping them to be aware of the dangers of love jihad.  Sri Samrat Dutt, a member of the Board of Directors, explains the nature of Love Jihad and what it means to Hindu girls. He explained that Romeo jihad is an Islamophobic conspiracy theory that purports that Muslim men target Hindu women for conversion to Islam by means such as seduction, feigning love, deception, kidnapping, and marriage, as part of a broader demographic "war" by Muslims against India, and an organized international conspiracy, for domination through demographic growth and replacement. Samratji visited village Kachudaram part 1 and spoke about Love jihad. Shyamal Das organized this meeting; he is Bala Samskar Kendra teacher, but he has also done a remarkable job for spreading the network of Tejaswini and GHHF in adjacent villages of Kachudaram.  Hundreds of booklets on love jihad distributed. We have decided to organize a one-day camp for school and college-going girls in the coming months. I spent the whole day with our team. Sri Samrat Dutt explained about the message circulated by ‘Students of Muslim Youth Forum’ which encourages Muslim boys to trap girls from other communities in love and tie the knot. The message says: “If a Muslim youth marries a Hindu Brahmin girl, he would be awarded Rs 5 lakhs, similarly if someone gets hitched to a Sikh Punjabi girl, he would be given Rs 7 lakhs.” “If the girl is from the Kshatriya Hindu community, the cash reward would be Rs 4.5 lakhs, Gujarat Brahmin girl Rs 6 lakhs, Punjabi Hindu Rs 6 lakhs, Christian Roman Catholic Rs 4 lakhs,  Christian Protestant Rs 3 lakhs, Jain Rs 3 lakhs, Gujarati Kutch girl Rs 3 lakhs.” What is Love Jihad? The concept of love jihad is neither as random nor as lucid as it is made to seem. It is a very well-organized, funded, and strategically managed jihad. The modus-operandi changes based on the place and situation, but the core concept of converting non-Muslim girls to Islam and then using them remains the same. Love Jihad’s strategies change, from luring non-Muslim girls to Muslim boys using sham Hindu names, to the extent of kidnapping girls to convert them to Islam. However, the most sophisticated strategy of all is rarely talked about, which is known as the 5-point plan of Love Jihad. Executed through 5 carefully orchestrated steps, which are widely used to trap and convert Hindu girls mainly in Kerala and also in other parts of India. Contrary to popular belief, love jihad is not carried out solely by Muslim men. In reality, Love Jihaad is a team effort, where Muslim Girls play a vital role. Step 1. Contact: Muslim girls identify “weak” Hindu classmates or a neighbor mainly from low-income or distressed families. They then establish a friendship with her in order to get all of her personal information and family situations. The information is then passed to Muslim boys. Step 2. Impress: Based on the information obtained through step 1, the targeted Hindu girl is then intensely pursued and enticed using the acumen provided by their jihadi app. Step 3. Entertainment: Since predominantly Targeted Hindu girl is from a basic humble background. They are induced by taking to movie theaters, restaurants, and expensive trips. Step 4. Emotional Approach: The targeted Hindu girl is emotionally manipulated into a physical relationship and is secretly photographed or videotaped and then blackmailed using the recordings. Step 5. Conversion: The trapped Hindu girl is then made to convert to Islam and marry the Muslim guys by using various mind-altering techniques to permanently alter their psyche and personality into that of a blindly faithful Islamic slave. While initially deemed a hoax by governments, the media, and court systems, the existence of Love jihad was legally confirmed based on evidence. (Source: https://kreately.in/5-step-love-jihad-role-of-muslim-girls-fate-of-hindu-victims/) Your donations are appreciated. By Zelle: ghhfusaorg@gmail.com PayPal: savetemples.org By Check: Or you can send a check payable to GHHF, 14726 Harmony Lane, Frisco, TX 75035. It is tax-deductible. By Rupees: call 601-918-7111; +91 83096 43979 {{album_1338}}

“India is the mother of religion. In her are combined science and religion in perfect harmony, and that is the Hindu religion, and it is India that shall be again the spiritual mother of the world” – Annie Besant Global Hindu Heritage Foundation is committed to transmit our ancient knowledge to our next generation and Vedic traditions that include touching the feet of the parents by their respective parents. We encourage the children to respect their parents and receive profound blessings. The reason for touching the feet of elders is simply because that’s what is the prescribed Sanatana Dharma in various Dharma Shastras. However, the significance (most likely Yogic) of the same has been mentioned in the Manusmriti. On an elder approaching, the vital breaths (Prana) of the younger rush outward; and he recovers them by the acts of rising to meet and salute him. Manusmriti 2.120 The fruit (maybe another significance) of saluting the elders’ feet is mentioned in the very next verse: For one who is in the habit of saluting and constantly revering elders — four things prosper: viz., longevity (Ayu), merit (Dharma), fame (Yasha) and strength (Bala). Manusmriti 2.121 Taking darshan by touching the feet is an old Vedic tradition. The Laws of Manu say: II. 71. At the beginning and at the end of (a lesson in the) Veda he must always clasp both the feet of his teacher, (and)... II. 72. With crossed hands he must clasp (the feet) of the teacher and touch the left (foot) with his left (hand), the right (foot) with his right (hand). Over a period, the tradition extended to others who are considered as elderly and superiors as well. It is believed that when a person bows down to touch the feet of elders, the person's ego comes to an end. The person gives respect to his or elder's wisdom, knowledge, age, and experience. In return, the elders then bless the person. When a person touches the feet of elders, he or she keeps his ego and negative vibes aside while touching the feet. On the other hand, the elders touch your head with emotions filled with Karuna (affection) and bless you. This emits positive vibes from the elders, which are passed on to you. Touching the feet of an elderly or a respectable person results in blessing you with strength, health, good life, wisdom, success, and knowledge. Bhavana Narula says: The practice of touching the feet of elders was adopted in India during the Vedic period and is called Charan Sparsh (charan means ‘feet’ and Sparsh means ‘touch’). According to the Hindu tradition, when you touch the feet of an elder person, you are in turn blessed with knowledge, intellect, strength, and fame. If you ever see a young person touching an elder's feet in India. Safely assume they are paying their respects to them. They don't have any ulterior motives behind it. I have witnessed my mom and dad touching the feet of their parents. My uncles who were younger than my parents, touched their feet to seek blessings. And there would be one eldest member of the family, whose feet will be touched by everyone. This practice shows that you respect that person enough to bow in front of them. Your donations are appreciated. By Zelle: ghhfusaorg@gmail.com PayPal: savetemples.org By Check: Or you can send a check payable to GHHF, 14726 Harmony Lane, Frisco, TX 75035. It is tax-deductible. By Rupees: call 601-918-7111; +91 83096 43979 {{album_1337}}