Brahmotsavam is the most important annual fête
celebrated at Sri Venkateswara Temple in Helensburgh NSW. The event is
conducted for ten days during Hindu Calendar month of PuratAsi /
Ashvin which falls in between the English months September and October.
During the festival, the Utsava-murti (processional deity) of the
presiding deity Lord Venkateswara along with his consorts Sridevi and
Bhudevi, will be taken on a procession on different Vahanams on the
streets surrounding the temple. The celebration attracts pilgrims and
tourists from all parts of Australia and New Zealand.
A Brahmotsavam is a holy cleansing ceremony in honour
of Lord Brahma. As per the legend it is believed that Lord Brahma will
descend to the earth to conduct this festival and hence the festival got
the name Brahmotsavams, meaning an utsavam(festival) performed by
Brahma.[3] Sri Venkteswara Sahasranamastotra has references to Brahma performing the festival.
You can be part of this Utsavam in more than one way. You can provide
Srama dhanam meaning Volunteer work, sponsor Anna dhanam meaning
Provide Prasadham. Dhanya dhanam meaning Donate groceries. Provide Nidhi
dhanam meaning Sponsor ritual, vasthram, flowers etc. and grace this
thanksgiving festival to the Lord.
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