Satsang means to be with the truth. In the routine, hectic life full of all cares and concerns, every soul seeks peace, happiness, and bliss. God is the absolute truth. To attain peace and truth, find solace and support in God’s grace and good company; human beings join Satsang in the temples according to their beliefs and faith. He or she desires to listen to the Holy Scriptures, to pray to God, and to sing songs in His praise.
Arya Samaj Greater Houston conducts Satsang every Sunday from 9:45 to 12:15 noon to serve this need of the community and propagate the message and principles of Vedic Dharma. The timing of Sunday Satsang is coordinated in such a way that while children attend DAV Sanskriti School, their parents get the opportunity to participate in Satsang.
Havan is performed completely in the Vedic way with special Vedic Verses according to the occasion. Havan is also a weekly reminder to the present congregation that we must undertake all actions with a sense of sacrifice, love, and devotion. Our deeds are our destiny. All good actions done with good intentions will always lead to good results. The message of Havan is “Idanna Mamma” which means this is not for me. All good actions are for the benefit of the society at large. For all living creatures, Satsang allows the congregation to celebrate various occasions of achievements, birthdays, or anniversaries together and remember loved ones. Satsang fosters a sense of true belongingness and selflessness.
Bhajans (devotional songs) are an important part of our Satsang. These Bhajans are led by a professional teacher and talented singers among the members and sung in unison by the congregation. Bhajans remind us that while many paths lead to attain the bliss of God there may be none so enjoyable as singing His praise.
In our weekly Satsang children of D.A.V Sanskriti School are encouraged to speak on different topics related to social, cultural and Dharmic issues. This way, children not only learn to get rid of the fear of public speaking but also they have an opportunity to show what they are learning in the Sanskriti School.
Another important feature of the Satsang is the Pravachan (discourse) by Acharyaji. The Pravachan is based on the verses from Vedas, Bhagwat Gita, Upnishads and other holy scriptures of Vedic Dharma. The objective of the Pravachan is to encourage members practice the sacred teachings to enhance their daily lives. The program ends with the Aarti sung in unison by the congregation.
Yajaman Guidelines
All Yajman families are requested to arrive at the Yajna Vedi by 9:30 am and stay there with their families till the Havan is complete and Acharya ji has given his blessings to all. After completion of Havan, they may sit on the floor or in chairs as they feel comfortable.
Please keep your cell phones off in the main hall.
If small children are with you, please keep them in control to maintain a peaceful atmosphere during the Satsang.
All Dakshina/donations should be made to Arya Samaj Greater Houston and be handed to Acharya Ji after the Satsang. If Acharya Ji is not available, please donate to the person helping you conduct the Havan. (Suggested minimum donation: $501, which includes the simple Rishi Langar/Priti Bhoj (Lunch) and the Dakshina for Havan)
Arya Samaj provides the Samigri, Ghee, Samidha, etc. needed for the Havan, and the paper goods required for the Priti Bhoj.
Please help set up the Yajna Vedi before the Havan and clean up after it. Also help us clean up the kitchen and dining area after the Satsang.