Paranitya Narasimha Temple & Ashram

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"Why is the Divine Mother so revered?Whether embodied as Mata Gayatri, Saraswati, MahaLakshmi, Durga, or Parvati. She is...
06/12/2026

"Why is the Divine Mother so revered?

Whether embodied as Mata Gayatri, Saraswati, MahaLakshmi, Durga, or Parvati. She is the same one who simply immerses Herself in Bhakti. Never-ending, unbroken, selfless Bhakti to the Lotus Feet of Bhagavan.

Her deep and abiding love devoid of any taint is the Divine Mother's great gift to the world. Each of us are a part of Her cosmic love for Bhagavan. Learning to love Him the way She does. She is the One born from His heart and in that the entire Creation has taken shape. To bear witness to the eternal relationship between the atma and Paramatma.

“Om Bhur Bhuvah Swaha Tat Savitur Varenyam, Bhargo Devasya Dhimahi Dhiyo Yo Nah Prachodayat.”

May all always be blessed. Much love. "

-Paramahamsa Vishwananda, from 'X'

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Come and receive darshan of Lakshmi, Durga, Kali, and Gayatri Ma in Elmira, NY at the Paranitya Narasimha Devi Mandir. 💚

To learn how you can visit us or book a stay, click the link in our bio. :)

All are welcome.

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06/11/2026

God is not far away.

Sometimes we think grace is only for saints, monks, or people who have “figured it out.”

But the Divine is here for everyone.

In this satsang, Swami Tulsidas reminds us that simply coming close to God — sitting in the presence of Paranitya Narasimha, receiving darshan of the Shaligrams, remembering Guruji — already begins to change the heart.

Come visit the temple and receive what is already being given.

Click the link in our bio to learn how you can book a peaceful stay with us at the Paranitya Narasimha Temple and Ashram.

All are welcome. 🧡

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Moments from today's abishekam to 3000+ Shaligrams at the Paranitya Narasimha Temple. A small glimpse into the sacred at...
06/11/2026

Moments from today's abishekam to 3000+ Shaligrams at the Paranitya Narasimha Temple. A small glimpse into the sacred atmosphere and divine space.

Today we observe Parama Ekadashi, which arrives only during Purushottam Maas, and carries the memory of God's boundless grace. It is a reminder that when one approches the Lord with full devotion, every test will be purified and what has been taken will always be returned.

May this Ekadashi draw us beyond the body, beyond the mind, beyond every fleeting identity—into remembrance, surrender, and love.

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"Observe Parama Ekadashi with joy and read the story of Harishchandra on this day with remembrance of Bhagavan Sri Hari. It can lead one to the state of surrender that Harishchandra attained, freeing one from any identification with the body, mind, and senses. Forever at the lotus feet of Bhagavan.

Trayodashi is the crown jewel of adhik maas this year. The 13th day.

There are so many divine facets to this day that it is impossible to describe. The highest combination of shiva and narayana; it is Shivratri in Purushottam Maas. The Purusha and His greatest bhaktas are all active during this time. May these days bring you closer and closer to the lotus feet of the SatGuru."

-Paramahamsa Vishwananda

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Find out how you can adopt one of the 3000+ Shaligrams at the Paranitya Narasimha Temple in Elmira, NY!

Bhakti Marga aims to make a relationship with the Divine accessible to all.

Click the link in our bio for more information.

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The joy of community 💛 Many people long for a place that truly feels like “home”. Where you can be your authentic self. ...
06/10/2026

The joy of community 💛 Many people long for a place that truly feels like “home”. Where you can be your authentic self. Where you can love God, and love one another, freely.

Community is a pillar of strength, joy, and connection here at the ashram. We pray together, sing together, laugh together, and hold space for each one to walk their unique journey with God and Guru.

This ashram and temple was created to be a place that is everyone’s spiritual home. Come as you are.

Attend Sunday prayers at 9am or book a room at the ashram for a relaxing stay in a peaceful and positive environment. All are welcome 💛

"As long as this earth exists, Bhagavan will continue to come here. He will never leave anyone alone or behind. He is et...
06/07/2026

"As long as this earth exists, Bhagavan will continue to come here. He will never leave anyone alone or behind. He is eternally with everyone. Always in the mudra of Darshan.

It doesn’t matter how hidden or how undermined life may make love feel, a truly surrendered person is never hidden from Sri Hari’s eyes.

Bhagavan Narasimha came to show all that He is everywhere. He sees the hearts of all. He sees how much one has turned towards Him. And He responds in the perfect way for each atma."

-Paramahamsa Vishwananda

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06/07/2026

Did you miss the amazing Ugra Darshan of Paranitya Narasimha this last Narasimha Chaturdasi? Or has life made you forget the sublime Grace of Ugra Darshan?

Well, we've now uploaded the live Kirtan and the Divine Ugra Darshan on the Bhakti Marga America YouTube channel. 🎉🎉🎉

Go to youtube.com/ or click the link in our bio.

Jai Narasimha Dev! ❤️

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This mantra which glorifies the Divine Mother powerfully infuses one with courage by dispelling self-doubt, anxieties, a...
05/23/2026

This mantra which glorifies the Divine Mother powerfully infuses one with courage by dispelling self-doubt, anxieties, and fear of challenges to those who chant it with sincere devotion.

OM: the primordial sound of the universe

Bhavani: destroyer of evil and injustice, yet also a tender, merciful, and nurturing mother to Her devotees

Namah: "I bow"

Let us chant Her Divine Name:
"OM Bhavanyai Namah
OM Bhavanyai Namah
OM Bhavanyai Namah"

Salutations to the Giver of Existence

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Receive darshan from Divine Mother in person by visiting us at the Paranitya Narasimha Devi Mandir in Elmira, NY.

To learn more about us and temple visiting hours, check the link in our bio.

Jai Gurudev!

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Once every three years, only during Purushottam Maas—a month sacred to Lord Vishnu, Padmini Ekadashi is observed. It is ...
05/21/2026

Once every three years, only during Purushottam Maas—a month sacred to Lord Vishnu, Padmini Ekadashi is observed. It is a highly rare fasting day and a particularly powerful time for spiritual purification, karmic cleansing, and receiving divine grace from Lord Vishnu.

In the temple on May 26th, Padmini Ekadashi will be dedicated to offering abishekam to over 3000 shaligrams, glorifying the Divine Name, and chanting the auspicious Narasimha Pratyanga Mantra.

"People have made Ekadashi and other such days to only mean that they have to give up food by fasting on that day. True Upvas isn’t about the fasting of the stomach. True Upvas means to keep company (Vaas) of the Highest (Upa) by using everything to help you reach there, such as fasting. You willingly create a space in your life which was earlier filled with something else you liked. Not to hurt yourself or go into deliberate suffering. But to offer that space of dearness for Bhagavan to come closer. You give up your most dearly held attachment and offer it to Bhagavan because He is more important to you."

-Paramahamsa Sri Swami Vishwananda

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If you'd like to join us in person for prayers and chanting, we are located in Elmira, NY, USA at the Paranitya Narasimha Temple and Ashram.

Click the link in the bio for more information.

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05/06/2026

Thank you to everyone who helped make this year's Narasimha Chaturdashi so special.

Whether you were in the room or online watching the livestream, your unique light and presence was felt. The sincere love which has warmed this temple could never have been experienced without the grace of our Gurudev, Paramahamsa Vishwananda.

Our deepest prayer is that you walked into the temple feeling like you were coming home and that you walked away feeling that peaceful protection from Lord Narasimha and Gurudeva.

Until next year! Much love. 🧡

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For those who couldn't tune in, the livestream replay is available on our Bhakti Marga America YouTube channel.

Check out the link in our bio to learn how you can visit the Paranitya Narasimha Temple in Elmira, New York!

All are welcome. :)

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05/06/2026

Highlights from our 24-hour Yajna for world peace at the Paranitya Narasimha Temple.

Swami Tulsidas explains that when we offer our Bhakti with an open heart, that same loving energy stays within and around the temple. Through our own devotion, we create a spiritual resting place that helps every newcomer feel the presence of God even more. He reminds us that Narasimha will always return the blessings that we give to others and makes it so that love always finds its way back to us.

Have you ever walked into a space and immediately felt the Divine energy?

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Visit us at the Paranitya Narasimha Temple in Elmira, New York, USA.

Click the link in our bio to learn more. ♡

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1100 W Church Street
West Elmira, NY

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