Hindu Temples in the United
States
India is a land of artistic and wonderful temples. Hindu
Temples have not only been great abodes for worship but landmarks of
architecture of the Indian sub-continent.
Indians who have settled in the United States look for
the same peaceful abodes to pray and worship the many gods and
goddesses. The religious landscape of the southeastern United States is
becoming more diverse, as is the population. Along with the “church on
every corner,” Hindu temples, Buddhist centers, mosques, and other religious
centers contribute to the communities of this region.
We have to
applaud the work of the many Indians who have come together to build these
temples and places of worship for the Indian population. Some of the
architectural marvels that have sprung from this hard work will make one feel
as if visiting a temple in India.
Many
temples are open daily for worship (morning and/or evening), often with longer
hours on the weekends. Some have hired one or more full-time priests,
while volunteers lead the rituals in other temples. Hindu festivals and
holy days are celebrated at these temples with special rituals, food, cultural
events, and socializing. Most of the temples also have the infrastructure
for social and cultural events.
The
purpose of this segment is to focus and familiarize the significance of each
these temples.
Directions can be
obtained from the Temple website: http://www.sfht.org/drvDir.html
About the Temple:
The temple
provides the regular pooja and special services and promotes educational,
spiritual and religious activities.
For
more information please visit the temple’s website: http://www.sfht.org/index.html
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