The goal of this curriculum is to: Explain the ideal that idols represent Explain symbolism of the Hindu deities: Ganesha, Shiva, Lord Vishnu, Goddesses, Sri Krsna, and Sri Rama Explain the significance of traditional religious festivals attributed to the above deities and celebrate them

Dr. Jatin Kapadia will be conducting Bhagavad Gita Study Group in person at the Vaishnav temple on Sunday mornings.    Lord Krishna explains the discipline of a true yogi—one who lives in moderation, free from selfish desires, balanced in success and failure. The chapter culminates in the glory of meditation, where the mind is stilled and the yogi abides in the Self. Among all yogis, Krishna declares the highest to be the one devoted to Him with unwavering faith.    To purchase a copy of the book, please visit: (For each chapter individually) https://www.chinmayapublications.com/geetas-upanishads   (For the Holy Geeta complete with all chapters) https://www.chinmayapublications.com/bhagavad-gita-holy-geeta If you have questions please contact Kartick Kalaimani at qlibalavihar@chinmayanewyork.org

The TA program is aimed at eligible children in the 12th grade. TA’s will: - Co-teach a class with another teacher - Need to keep a minimum of 70% attendance in the Bala Vihar year - Engage children in the curriculum  - Share stories and experiences that will resonate with the students - Assist the classroom teacher in any activities or curriculum development

The curriculum** of Krsna, Krsna Everywhere includes: Inspire children to be virtuous and happy through Krsna’s stories Inspire children to introspect Recite Krsna stories from his birth to his role in the Mahabharata   The curriculum** of My Twenty-Four Teachers includes: Who we are and what we know is because of our teachers and that we are indebted to them We learn only when our attitude is proper; attitude makes us a good disciple Anyone or anything can be our teacher, if we have humility and the right attitude to recognize them Nature is one of our greatest teachers

ABC Safari is aimed at children in Kindergarten and 1st Grade The goal of the curriculum is to teach children: Simple values and discipline through the English alphabet The fun of living by these values and discipline The Chinmaya Mission Pledge and the meaning, message, and values it imparts

The curriculum** of Yato Dharmah Tato Jayah includes: Description: The main theme, as the title Yato Dharmaḥ, Tato Jayaḥ suggests, is to teach children that where there is Dharmaḥ, there is victory in life; one must follow Dharmaḥ. The text dives deep into teaching what is Dharmaḥ, how to live by Dharmaḥ, along with the story of Mahābhāratam and a comparative analysis of the main characters and their Dharmaḥ in the epic.

The goal of this curriculum is to: Impart and instill the faith that Sri Hanuman will protect them and dispel their fears Inspire them to adopt the virtuous qualities that made Hanuman Ji great Teach them to chant the Dhyana Sloka and the Hanuman Chalisa Explain the meaning of the Dhyana Sloka and the Hanuman Chalisa

Anju Arora will be conducting a Self Unfoldment study group in person at the Master’s School (in Westchester) on Sunday mornings.    To understand and appreciate Vedanta better, we begin with the introductory book of Self Unfoldment by Swami Chinmayananda. We often underestimate the study of any introductory book, because we are familiar with a lot of the terms due to our background. It is only when we discuss and dive deeper, we realize how many questions we still have about our true nature. Join us on a deeper journey to the Inner Self.    Our Gurudev, Swami Chinmayananda, expounds upon the fundamentals of Vedanta through His  lucid, exhaustive, clear, and logical language. Through the study of this book, seekers will build a strong foundation for further Vedantic study. In fact, one can even consider this book a complete manual to unfold themself and understand the true heart of Vedanta. 

  Yā Devī sarva-bhūteśhuChetanetyabhi-dhīyate,Namas-tasyai, namas-tasyaiNamas-tasyai, namo namaḥ Yā Devi sarva-bhūteśhuBuddhi rūpeṇa samsthitā,Namas-tasyai, namas-tasyaiNamas-tasyai, namo namaḥ.     The Soma Sundareshwara Swamy temple at Chinmaya Mission-Austin will be celebrating Navarathri starting September 22nd  through October 1, 2025. Abhishekam and Lalitha Sahasranama parayanam will be done every day. Abhisekam followed by Devi Stuthi will be done every day from 6 AM to 9 AM Kumkuma archana will be done every day from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM Vijayadasami is on Oct 1st.  Families seeking to do Aksharabhyasam for their children can do so on this day at 6:30 pm.

2025 Navarathri details Sep 22nd (Mon) Devi Navarathri starts. Daily @10:30am: Chanting of Devi Mahatmayam $201 for all days Sep 27th th (Sat)   09:30am Chandi homam (Sponsorship $51) Oct 1st (Wed)  06:30pm Saraswathi Pooja & Vidyarambam Sponsorship for all  days  - $201 (includes Devi Mahatmayam, Chandi homam and Vidyarambam) Sponsorship for one day Devi Mahatmayam - $31

Navaratri begins with the invocation of Durga Devi - the Goddess of strength, fearlessness and determination. Join us as we invoke Her divinity into our lives through a puja conducted by Brni. Shubhani Chaitanya along with melodious music by Swaranjali.  The puja will be hosted by Jagdish and Shweta Rao and will be followed by prasad.

Learn to chant Bhagavad Gita from the start with the correct pronunciation.  This is the perfect way to enjoy and deepen our understanding of the Bhagavad Gita. If you aren't part of our Monday Bhagavad Gita class (explanation of each verse), you can sign up here.   Practice chanting the Bhagavad Gita with experienced learners and improve pronunciation, clarity and familiarity.   You can also catch up on the missed talks in our Chinmaya Mission New York youtube channel here.

Learn to chant Bhagavad Gita from the start with the correct pronunciation.  This is the perfect way to enjoy and deepen our understanding of the Bhagavad Gita. If you aren't part of our Monday Bhagavad Gita class (explanation of each verse), you can sign up here.   Learn to chant the Bhagavad Gita verse by verse with the correct pronunciation and tone.   You can also catch up on the missed talks in our Chinmaya Mission New York youtube channel here.

As part of the celebrations for 75 years of Chinmaya Mission, Gayathri ji will be leading classes to teach Chapter 15 of Bhagavad Gita titled Purushottama Yoga on Wednesdays.    Learn to chant Chapter 15 with proper pronunciation. This is the perfect way to enjoy and deepen our understanding of the Bhagavad Gita. 

As part of the celebrations for 75 years of Chinmaya Mission, Gayathri ji will be leading classes to teach Chapter 15 of Bhagavad Gita titled Purushottama Yoga on Wednesdays.    Learn to chant Chapter 15 with proper pronunciation. This is the perfect way to enjoy and deepen our understanding of the Bhagavad Gita. 

TAITTIRĪYA UPANIṢAD - Skisa Valli - The Path to Knowledge. Revealing the sacred values (siksa) that mold character and invoke higher knowledge.   ŚHIVA SAṄKALPA SŪKTAM - Mantra for your mind. Video - (New video coming soon) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rA5e-Un1LJE