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Gayatri Gyan Kendra of Long Island Information Package

Gayatri Teerth, Shantikunj Haridwar (Uttarakhand) 249411 INDIA •

Birth Centenary of Pt. Shriram Sharma Acharya - The Architect of Thought Renaissance

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Dear Parents, Gayatri Gyan Kendra of Long Island (GGKLI), is a unique Bal Sanskar Shala (Sunday school) run by Long Island Chapter of Global Gayatri Pariwar. GGKLI is offering unique teaching program to young generation on the basis of scientific spirituality. Students also learn Yoga, Meditaion, Indian Culture, Hindi and Gujarati Languages. GGKLI is not merely a school. It is a unique Bal Sanskar Shala on Long Island which is modeled on the ancient principles of the “Gurukul” system run by the great Rishis and Sages of the past. GGKLI is working toward unleashing the immense potential of the younger generation and directing it onto a righteous path. It is committed to providing an excellent moral, cultural and spiritual; environment for our youngsters. GGKLI’s broad based teaching curriculum includes Development of Sanskars (Character Building), Health (Yoga, Pranayama and Meditation), Jivan Vidya (JivanSadhana), Service to Society, Vendanta Dharma and Divine Rishi Indian Culture. The whole teaching program is framed with a view to teach more spirituality based on science rather than rituals. The students in GGKLI will also learn two Indian languages –Hindi and Gujarati besides the above subjects. The Indian Cultures and scientific Spirituality class is divided into 7 levels depending on the school grade level and age of the student. Hindi and Gujarati are also taught at 5 and 3 levels respectively. Students from Pre-KG (4 years) to High School level (15 Years) can register for the program. GGKLI started in 2006 with only 20 students. Today within a short span of 6 years, GGKLI has an enrollment of 170 students for the year 2011-12 school year. In order to accept all of our incoming students we have rented 12 state of the art classrooms and one big Gymnasium of St. Anthony’s High School, South Huntington, New York for the year 2012-13. We expect to reach more than 200 students enrollment in the next school year. GGKLI is projecting enrollment of 500 students in coming 5 years and also planning to cater to each and every deserving youngster of Long Island in future. Some of the achievements and highlights from the current school year include students’ commitment for the environment and saving the future of this planet. They donated $ 2,011 for tree plantation in India in the year 2011 and sponsored two students to go to the college. They also planted Tulsi plant in the pot along with 125 Pine trees in their backyards. Our youngest student who is 5 years old earned money by doing extra chores and collected $5 which he donated for students in India. To us this is more than rich people donating millions of dollars. We have shaped his future and the love of giving at this young age. Another student asked all his family and friends to donate money to his charity rather than gifts for his birthday and thus donated $360. Our students volunteer countless hours to charities, Asian American Associations and Shanti Fund organization. They take part in numerous performances at various places in NY and NJ to promote pride in Indian Culture. The entire GGKLI is a non-profit organization that is run by the teacher and parent volunteers. GGKLI is where it is today due to the dedication and countless hours put forth by the many volunteers of the Gayatri Pariwar of Long Island. As we enter the 7th year of our existence, we are expecting more challenges ahead in the future. The road ahead is not an easy one, but certainly achievable with hard work and cooperation of all of our parents, students and volunteers. We see your support as the key catalyst to this endeavor and it will be even more important in the future. Let us all work together to impart the best knowledge and cultural gems to our future generation, and make the 21st Century into a bright century. The GGKLI is requesting hereby all the parents to get their child/children name registered by August 31st date failing which they will have to wait till the next year. Parents can do online registration and get more information about our school at GGKLI’s website www.gayatripariwarli.org by clicking Gayatri Gyan Kendra and registration or directly at http://www.gayatripariwarli.org/skoli/registration.php Or call 631-254-2749 and 631-741-1886 for further information. Warm regards, Gayatri Gyan Kendra of Long Island Volunteers

ENGLISH TRANSLATION : We have everything in our country; except a real person. As it is, we have a lot of people. The population is also increasing day by day but we do not have people with good character. In today’s world, we do not have Gandhi or Subhashchandra Bose or Lokmanya Tilak or Swami Vivekananda. That is OK. I will mould them and I will do that after I quit this physical body. There is nothing to worry about. I will get it done by you. You won’t have to do anything. I will bring kids of new generation to you. You will sit with them, tell them good stories, make them do sadhanas. I will do the rest. You fix the physical and I will fix the subtle. As it is your responsibility to correct the physical activities, so is it my responsibility to correct the subtle.

Pandit shriram sharma acharya’s Promise to Mould Children:

When we transform ourselves, The World will be transformed

CONTENTS Introduction

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Objectives

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The Program

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Testimonials

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Curriculum

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Class Details

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Rules and Policies

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Library

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The Founder: Pt. Sriram Sharma Acharya

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Contact Information

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Registration

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Yug Nirman Satsankalpa

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INTRODUCTION Gayatri Gyan Kendra of Long Island (GGKLI), a unique Bal Sanskar Shala run by Gayatri Pariwar of Long Island (GPLI), is a non-profit organization formed in 2006. GPLI is a branch of All World Gayatri Pariwar based in Shantikunj, Haridwar, India. The All World Gayatri Pariwar is focused on spreading the vision and wisdom of the Gayatri Pariwar Mission’s founder Pt. Shriram Sharma Acharya, and bringing about the “Awakening of Divinity in Human Beings and the Descent of Heavenly Happiness on Earth”. Through the intervention of the Yug-nirman-Yojana (Movement for the Recreation of the Era) in domains like Vyakti Nirman (self-development), Pariwar Nirman (family development), and Samaj Nirman (society development), the All World Gayatri Pariwar and its various branches and missions aim to bring about a lasting positive transformation in individuals by bringing out their strengths and virtues.

Our Motto is: Ham Badlenge - Yug Badlega, Ham Sudhrenge - Yug Sudhrega.

When we transform ourselves, the world will be transformed. When we reform ourselves, the world will be reformed. Please visit the following web sites for more information:

Gayatri Pariwar of Long Island - http://www.gayatripariwarli.org/ All World Gayatri Pariwar - http://www.awgp.org

OBJECTIVES The primary objectives of GGKLI are: I. HELP YOUNGER GENERATIONS DEVELOP INTELLECTUAL KNOWLEDGE ABOUT STRENGTHS AND VIRTUES (“DAIVY SAMPATTI”), POSITIVE EMOTIONS (“BHAV SAMVEDANA”), AND POSITIVE CHARACTER TRAITS (“CHARITRA NIRMAN”) II. PROVIDE PROGRESSIVE INCREMENTS TO OUR CHILDREN IN THE REALIZATION OF THEIR POTENTIAL AS HUMAN BEINGS, BY IDENTIFYING, UNDERSTANDING AND INTEGRATING STRENGTHS INTO THEIR DAILY LIVES III. PROMOTE SHRAMDAN, WHERE STUDENTS WILL DONATE TIME FOR SOCIAL CAUSES AND PRACTICE A “SIMPLE LIVING AND HIGH THINKING” MOTTO WITH A DISCIPLINED LIFESTYLE USING CLEAR AND STRONG VALUES. Furthermore, when imparting knowledge and education to our children, GGKLI will: 1.

Promote Indian culture

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Encourage pride in our heritage

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Help children learn and appreciate and improve Indian language skills

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Foster improved understanding of others and of different view points

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Provide balanced perspectives of our Mother Country and Adopted Country

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Encourage and maintain open and effective communication, especially within the school and within the Indian community at large.

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SWAMI VIVEKANANDA TO YOUTH Supreme value of youth period is incalculable and indescribable. Youth life is the most precious life. Youth is the best time. The way in which you utilize this period will decide the nature of coming years that lie ahead of you. Your happiness, your success, your honor and your good name all depend upon the way in which you live now, in this present period. Remember this. This wonderful period of the first state of your life is related to you as the soft wet clay in the hands of the potter. Skillfully the potter gives it the right and correct shapes and forms, which he intends to give. Even so, you can wisely mould your life, your character, your physical health and strength, in short your entire nature in any way in which you make up your mind to do. And you must do this now. O fortunate youth, recognize this great duty. Feel this wonderful privilege. Take up this adventure. God watches you graciously, ever ready to help and guide. I wish you to be great. The world has put its faith in you. Your elders keep their hopes in you. Now youth means to place your firm confidence in yourself and exercise your hopeful determination and resolution and willing good intentions in this beautiful task of self-culture. This will truly bring supreme satisfaction and fulfillment not only to you, but also to all concerned. The shaping of your life is indeed in your own hands. Practise virtue, persevere in virtue. Become established in virtue. Shine as an embodiment of noblest virtue and heroic adherence to goodness. Youth is meant for this grand process. Youth life is the active development and fulfillment of these processes. This period of your time provides the suitable and favourable fields for the working out of this extremely important and most indispensable process in life. This is the special significance, the great importance and supreme value of youth life. It signifies the creation of noble personality. It is atma-Viakasa. It is Atma –Nirmana. Please try to understand the correct implication of the term successful life. When you talk of success with reference to life, it does not merely mean succeeding in everything that you undertake or do; it does not merely mean succeeding in fulfilling all wants or getting whatever you desire; it does not just mean acquiring a name or attaining a position or imitating fashionable ways appearing modern or up-to-date. The essence of true success is what you make of yourself. It is the conduct of life that you develop, it is the character that you cultivate and it is the type of person you become. This is the central meaning of successful living. Therefore, you will see this important matter is not so much a question of success in life. ( Jivan – Me- Safalta) but rather it is success of life. Such successful life is one that succeeds in producing an ideal individual, a noble man. Your success is not measured in terms of what all you obtained but in term of what you become, how you live and what actions you do. Upon this point reflect well and attain great happiness. In our grand culture they conceived of life in four stage-preliminary stage, development stage, flowering or blossoming stage and the culminating fruitful stage. These can be described as he preparatory period, the practising period for the satisfactory growth of the latter stage. Yours is the stage of preliminary preparations for right and successful living. Herein is its supreme value and great importance. This is like the ploughing and sowing of seeds in the field by a farmer. Now, you can easily understand, what is the significance and importance of this in connection with the harvest, which any one would wish to reap later on. And also, it is like the laying of the foundation for an important building you wish to construct. If this building is something very important to you, then you just think how much more important its proper foundation becomes in your view. The strong and continued existence of the building depends certainly upon the foundation. This is the stage you are now in. Let your preparations be wise, correct and of such kind that will lead to your true welfare, supreme good and lasting satisfaction and happiness. This must engage your active, enthusiastic attention throughout the period of your youth life. Our culture refers to this stage as the Brahmacharya Ashram or Vidyarthi Jivan. Here, you acquire knowledge of not only subjects like History, Geography, Mathematics, etc., but also about human nature, correct Vyavahara, science of Self- control, art of developing pure mind, Dharma, the duties of man and the proper relationship between you, your family, your society and the world.

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THE PROGRAM The teaching at Gayatri Gyan Kendra is done by volunteer teachers, and is based on a curriculum prepared on the guidelines of Dev Sanskriti Vishwavidyalaya (htpp//www.dsvv.org), a unique university established on the principles of the ancient universities of Nalanda and Takshashila, and Shantikunj (the headquarters of All World Gayatri Pariwar), in Haridwar, India. The program includes highly interactive lecture dem onstrations, panel discussions, individual and group exercises, sessions, participant presentations, and workshops. This unique experience is complimented by : Prayers and Meditation: Basic prayers and Meditation techniques, and Sanskrit Mantras are taught to students at all levels.

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Physical Health: Instruction in basic Pranayam Practices and Yoga Exercises

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Language Skills: Students are taught two Indian languages (Hindi and Gujarati) Indian Cultural Programs: Discussions, explanations and celebrations of major festivals (such as Shivratri, Holi, Hanuman Jayanti, Krishna Janmastami, Navtratri, Diwali, etc.) and rituals (Yagya, birthdays, etc). Parents and family members are invited to attend Yoga sessions and cultural programs.

Teachings from Vedic knowledge, Ramayana, Mahabharata and Bhagwad Gita

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Balance between knowledge, judgment and actions is true wisdom.

Activities: skits, dramas, games, arts and craft, multimedia presentations by students

Difficulties are opportunities for inner growth.

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It is a great place for the kids not only to know about the Indian culture, but also a place to learn Indian languages and yoga. More importantly kids learn the importance of good qualities - to respect elders, being kind, help others etc to mention few...We are fortunate to have such a wonderful non-profit organization in Long Island, USA. Kudos to all teachers, volunteers and everyone else who make this happen and the time they all devote selflessly for this cause is amazing! THANKS A LOT.....!!

I have a 8 year old and 5 year old attending the GGKLI. This is our first year and we cannot express how happy we are as parents that our children have access to our Indian culture. The volunteers are extremely dedicated and thoroughly professional. They interact with the kids at their level with so much patience and love. Both my kids look forward to coming there. They excitedly tell their grandparents all that they have learned when we call India. Our folks back home cannot believe how much Guajarati and culture they have learned in such a short period. Most of their friends go to Christian and Hebrew schools and GGKLI has now given them the opportunity to learn about their culture and where they come from, and most importantly be proud of it. We thank you and the volunteers from the bottom of our hearts.

I would definitely take this opportunity to thank GGKLI and all the selfless teachers who put in so much time and efforts for our kids. I am so grateful to all of you for educating our kids not only the Indian language but also the Indian culture and our values. It amazes us when our kids talk about karma and our Hindu beliefs. It’s all because of GGKLI that our kids were able to write a letter in Hindi for their grandparents giving them an immense pleasure. Thanks again to GGKLI and its wonderful team.

“This year, even more so than last year, the emphasis has been on the great Indian values of Shistachar (Discipline) and timeliness. Keeping in mind the heritage, upbringing and needs of our students, classes are conducted using an amalgamation of the best of American and Indian values. A special shout out to Hindi Group II. The results are tangible. Our kid is now able to read short Hindi phrases! “

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The sun is our great teacher. Without respite it tirelessly performs the task of serving the world by giving it light.

CURRICULUM The curriculum at Gayatri Gyan Kendra is based on 6 major categories: 1. Development of Sanskars (character building) 2. Health 3. Jivan Vidya (Jivan Sadhana) 4. Service to Society 5. Vedanta Dharma 6. Foundation Pillars of Indian culture Students at Gayatri Gyan Kendra will be exposed to and taught about: Pranayam exercises Scientific Spirituality Yoga and Holistic Health practices The Foundation Pillars of Indian culture Daily worship Laws of Karma Mantra Yoga Philosophy of Upasana, Sadhana and Aradhana Prayer Listening to the Inner Voice Meditation Sanatan Vedanta Dharma Character building Sacramental Rites Personality Development Jivan Sadhana Power of Thoughts Ethics and Morality Importance of Self Contro Human Values and Human Life

Life is ‘time’, those who love life should not waste it in laziness.

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CLASS DETAILS COST

The cost for the 2012-2013 GGKLI school year is $180 per student. Please note that school fees are non-refundable.

VENUE

St. Anthony’s High School 275 Wolf Hill Rd, Melville NY 11747 The contact number for the school is (631) 271-2020. Please note that is NOT the number for contacting GGKLI.

TIME

9:45 AM to 12:30 PM. Parents are instructed to bring their children promptly at 9:30AM and pick them up at 12:30PM sharp.

CLASS DETAILS Groupings Indian Culture Class: Students are divided into seven (7) groups for culture classes: Group KG: Pre-KG and KG (Ages 3 ½ to 5) Group 1: 1st Grade (Age 6) Group 2: 2nd Grade (Age 7) Group 3: 3rd Grade (Age 8) Group 4: 4th Grade (Age 9) Group 5: 5 to 6 Grade (Ages 10 and 11) Group 6: 7 and up (Ages 12 and above) Hindi Language Class: For Hindi Language classes, students are divided into 5 levels and are assigned levels based on their knowledge and understanding of the language and the recommendation of the language teachers. Gujarati Language Class: For Gujarati Language classes, students are divided into 3 levels and are assigned levels based on their knowledge and understanding of the language and the recommendation of the language teachers.

Sunday Class Schedule 09:30 to 09:45 AM 09:45 to 10:00 AM 10:00 to 10:45 AM 10:45 to 10:50 AM 10:50 to 11:30 AM 11:30 to 11:35 AM 11:35 to 12:15 PM 12:15 to 12:30 PM 12:15 to 01:00 PM

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To Arrive at School Prayers Yoga and Pranayama in Gym Break/Switch from Gym to Classrooms Language Classes (Hindi and Gujarati) Break/Switch to Indian Culture Classrooms Indian Culture Class (Group KG to 6) Back to Gym for Recitation of Indian National Anthem Vedic Math Class

Realize your worth and believe that you are uniquely made by the almighty in the world.

RULES & POLICIES We ask that all parents help us in helping our children be more responsible by making sure they attend each and every session. The best discipline is self-imposed, and students must learn to assume and accept responsibility for their commitments and their own behavior, as well as the consequences of their actions. Parents are strongly encouraged to go over these rules with their children.

We respect God, our Gayatri Gyan Kendra and each other We treat others kindly

1. No hitting, biting, scratching, pinching, kicking. 2. No name calling, picking on or laughing at others. 3. We treat others the way we would like to be treated.

We study and play safely

4. No running in the classrooms or hallways. 5. No climbing on the furniture.

We are polite

6. Only one person talks at a time. 7. We listen when others talk. 8. We don’t talk with food in our mouth. 9. We remember to say please and thank you. 10. We clean up any mess we have made.

We listen, learn and

11. We must be attentive in class.

understand

12. We participate in class discussions. 13. We complete and submit homework assignments on time. 14. We do not use cell phones in class. 15. We listen to instructions provided by teachers.

Parents should note that: • All homework must be submitted before beginning of class. • Students must bring requisite materials (please refer to the class materials and equipment policy below) to class, and have them organized and ready for use • In the administration of these rules, our children will be treated with respect and patience. If a student fails to follow any of rules and policies identified in this booklet, teachers will attempt to work with the student to rededicate such actions. If the actions continue, teachers will notify the student’s parents so that efforts can be made at both home and at school to modify this behavior. We may also request parents to sit with their children in the classroom until the appropriate behavior is demonstrated.

Man is not the slave of circumstances. He is the creator, controller and master of them.

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ATTENDANCE

All class absences must be discussed with and approved by the teacher(s) for the class the student will be attending that day. Students will not be excused and allowed to leave during the middle of any class without prior approval from the teacher(s).

DRESS CODEA

GGKLI T-shirt will be provided to each student at the beginning of the class year. Students will be required to wear this to every class. For Yoga class, it is recommended that athletic leggings or shorts be worn. Jeans and skirts are not recommended for Yoga.

HANDOUTS AND

Parents are requested to review the handouts of study materials and

HOMEWORK

Homework given to their children in their class. Parents are required to see that their children complete the homework. All students are required to complete their homework and bring to the next class. 10 Points are allocated for the completion of homework.

TESTINGT

Teachers will examine the students’ ability to comprehend the class material

EXAMINATIONS

By means of testing periodically. Students may also be required to meet

AND GRADES

Other assignments by individual teachers. Students are evaluated twice a year (after the midterm and the final exams). All students are required to take mid-term and final exams during the year, and report cards are handed to students after each exam. Students are graded on 100-point basis with a passing grade of 70. Attendance, class participation, and homework are also considered for the final grade. New students who wish to be placed in a language level higher than assigned as per the guidelines are required to take a Placement Test in the language of choice to determine the proper language level. Graduation from Gayatri Gyan Kendra is based upon the completion of language and culture curricula. Awards are presented to students upon graduation on the recommendations of teachers, educational directors and the Principal.

CLASS MATERIALS

All students attending class must bring the following stationery items:

AND EQUIPMENT

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PARENT/TEACHER

Parent/Teacher meetings will be scheduled twice during the school year.

MEETINGS

Parents are strongly encouraged to discuss any specific issues or concerns they may have with the volunteers and teachers of GGKLI.

Pencil Eraser School Binder (provided by GGKLI) with all the materials provided Sharpener (for non-mechanical pencils) Ruler Students attending Yoga class MUST bring a Yoga mat. It is highly recommended that students wear athletic leggings or shorts (not skirts or jeans) for Yoga.

One becomes what one thinks and does.

LIBRARY GGKLI maintains an extensive library of books and periodicals in multiple languages - Hindi, Gujarati, Telugu, English, Punjabi, Oriya, Tamil, Bengali, Nepali and Marathi. Also available in the library are books written by Pt. Shriram Sharma Acharya covering topics ranging from the Gayatri Mantra, Meaning of Gayatri Mantra on a Scientific Spirituality basis, Vedas (explained in lucid language understandable by a layman), Personality Development, Yoga and Health to Spiritual Enlightenment. Pt. Shriram Sharma Acharya achieved a rare feat of writing more than 3,000 books on all aspects of life and wrote treatises on all the Vedic literature, including Vedas, Upanishads, Darshans, etc. The library is available for use during school hours and books can be checked out by parents and students. Books must be returned to library after a specified duration. In order to protect library resources, the following rules and guidelines apply : •

All books and reading material must be checked out by the librarian

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A maximum of three (3) books and/or periodicals combined can be checked out by the same household

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A moderate fine on late return of books will be levied

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If a patron loses, or damages beyond use, a checked-out item, he or she will be asked to be replace the item or pay the replacement cost for the given article.

Listen to what others say but have the courage to make your own judgment and walk the righteous path.

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ALL-WORLD GAYATRI PARIWAR THE FOUNDER: PT. SHRIRAM SHARMA ACHARYA Pt. Sriram Sharma Acharya, loving called Gurudev by his followers, was a seer-sage and visionary of the modern era. He initiated a movement for the transformation of the era, lived a disciplined life of devout austerity, visited the Himalayas several times and attained spiritual eminence. He translated the entire Vedic Vangmaya and accomplished the feat of writing more than 3,000 books on all aspects of life. Gurudev’s personality was a harmonious blend of a saint, spiritual scientist, yogi, philosopher, psychologist, writer, reformer, freedom fighter, researcher, eminent scholar and visionary. He pioneered the revival of spirituality and creative integration of the modern and ancient sciences and religion relevant in the challenging circumstances of the present times. In 1979, he founded the Brahmavarchas Research Institute, the research center in Haridwar (India) dedicated to the integration of the modern and ancient sciences in a practical way motivated by the noble goal of health and happiness for all. This center houses well equipped laboratories of Hematology, Biochemistry, Neurophysiology, Cardiology, Phytochemistry, Psychometry, Yagyopathy etc. At the age of 15, (Jan 18th, 1926) a great Himalayan yogi, Swami Sarveshvaranandji appeared before him in astral body from the flame of the Dipaka (lamp) and guided him throughout his entire life. The next 24 years of his life were devoted to 24 Mahapurashcharanas – each consisting of the rhythmic recitation (japa) of 2.4 million Gayatri Mantra with strictest of disciplines. In 1943, he married Bhagwati Devi, and ever since, the saintly couple delicately pursued the noble mission of spiritual upliftment of humankind. Realizing the potential of inspiring literature and its relevance in the present era of intellectual evolution, he had chosen writing as the principal mode towards uprooting the evil tendencies and blind faith from people’s minds and arousing the indwelling wisdom, strength and spiritual bliss. He wrote about 3000 enlightening books in Hindi on almost all topics concerning human life. He translated the entire Vedic Vangmaya (4 Vedas, 108 Upanishads, 18 Puranas, etc.) in Hindi elucidating the tradition, style, universality and history of Vedic Literature. He also practiced higher-level Sadhana on the arduous heights of the Himalayas and established enlivened contact with the Rishis of the Himalayas. During 1984-1986, he carried out the unique spiritual experiment of Sukshmikarana, meaning sublimation of vital force and physical, mental and spiritual energies. He authored a special set of 20 books highlighting the future of the world and conveying the message of the dawn of the New Era of Truth during the 21st Century. On 2nd June 1990, he voluntarily shed his physical sheath.

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It is possible to reform a person not by ridicule but by giving him an opportunity to think afresh and change himself.

CONTACT INFORMATION Gayatri Gyan Kendra of Long Island 24 Smith Street, Deer Park, NY 11729 (631) 254-2749 E-mail: [email protected] http://www.gayatripariwarli.org All World Gayatri Pariwar: http://www.awgp.org For class and registration information, please call: Pragna Patel

631-940-0959

Sangeeta Ahuja

631-940-3033

Purnima Kapadia

631-254-2749

Anita Chabria

516-586-5083

Gopiben Udeshi

516-827-5936

Ranjan Desai

631-667-2390

Deepaben Panchal

631-493-0455

Bhavana Makadia

631-567-5701

Malini Patel

631-940-4046

Bijal Shakrani

516-227-1254

Sucheta Naik

631-242-1890

Harinath Mishra

516-579-4871

Viren Dugar

516-913-4241

Pallavi Shah

631-656-3444

Nivea Kothari

631-586-1579

Dipti Mehta

516-584-6124

Rita Verma

631-439-0713

Kanchi Agarwal

631-666-0562

Pankaj Singh

631-412-5543

Rekha Rawat

631-406-7177

Falguni Mistry

631-686-6212

Sharda Patel

516-921-2621

Hina Shah

631-424-0075

Shradhha Pujara

631-392-0327

Priya Singh

516-802-3599

Ruchi and Anuj Airen

631-223-3589

Being ignorant is not that shameful as lack of eagerness to learn.

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REGISTRATION PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL REGISTRATIONS MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY SIGNED WAIVER AND POLICY ACCEPTANCE FORMS. YOU CAN REGISTER ONLINE. PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE : WWW.GAYATRIPARIWARLI.ORG. ENROLLMENT OF STUDENTS IS ON A FIRST-COME, FIRST-SERVED BASIS. WHEN CLASS SIZES REACH THEIR MAXIMUM CAPACITY, REGISTRATION FOR THAT CLASS WILL BE CLOSED.

NAME ________________________________________________________ AGE:_______ GRADE_______ BIRTHDAY ______ / ______ / ______ MALE________ FEMALE_________ HEIGHT_________________ PARENT’S NAME: ________________________________________________________________________ FATHER’S OCCUPATION _________________________ MOTHER’S OCCUPATION_____________________ HOME PHONE:_______________________________ CELL PHONE:________________________________ ADDRESS : _____________________________________________________________________________ CITY________________________________________STATE_______________ ZIP ____________________ EMAIL: _______________________________________ MOTHER LANGUAGE _______________________ EMERGENCY CONTACT PERSON: ___________________________________________________________ EMERGENCY CONTACT PHONE NUMBER: ___________________________________________________ FAMILY DOCTOR’S NAME:___________________________PHONE NUMBER _______________________ PARENT’S SIGNATURE:____________________________CLASS: HINDI_________GUJARATI___________

T-SHIRT SIZES: CHECK ONE

ADULTS

MEDIUM

LARGE

FEES PAID: $ 180.00 - BY Check Cash Non-Refundable Please make check payable to “Gayatri Pariwar of long Island ” ANY ALLERGY (NUTS, ETC.): ___________________________________ 18

WAIVER, RELEASE, HOLD HARMLESS, AND INDEMNITY AGREEMENT FOR SERVICES OFFERED BY GAYATRI PARIWAR OF LONG ISLAND Names of Parents: __________________________________________________________________________ Phone Number where Parents may be reached: _________________________________________________ Allergy/Medical Concerns: ___________________________________________________________________ Child’s Name: _____________________________________________________________________________ Child’s Name: _____________________________________________________________________________ Child’s Name: _____________________________________________________________________________ I, ______________________________________, parent of __________________________________________

(hereinafter referred to as “CHILD”) HEREBY WAIVE AND RELEASE, indemnify, hold harmless and forever discharge Gayatri Pariwar of Long Island, a nonprofit organization and its agents, officers, directors, affiliates, successors and assigns, from any and all claims, demands, debts, contracts, expenses, causes of action, lawsuits, damages and liabilities, of every kind and nature, whether known or unknown, in law or equity, that I or CHILD ever had or may have, arising from or in any way related to CHILD’S participation in any of the events or activities conducted by, on the premises of, or for the benefit of, _______________________________ provided that this waiver of liability does not apply to any acts of gross negligence, or intentional, willful or wanton misconduct. I have read, understand and fully agree to the terms of this WAIVER AND RELEASE. I understand and confirm that by signing this WAIVER AND RELEASE the said CHILD and I have given up considerable future legal rights and signed this Agreement freely, voluntarily, under no duress or threat of duress, without inducement, promise or guarantee being communicated to me. My signature is proof of my intention to execute a complete and unconditional WAIVER AND RELEASE of all liability to the full extent of the law.

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Firmly believing in the Omnipresence of God and His Unfailing justice, we pledge to abide the essential disciplines of Divine principles (Dharma).

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Regarding the body as the Temple of God, we will be ever watchful to keep it healthy and full of vitality by adopting the principles of selfrestraint, order and harmony in our daily-lives.

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With a view to keeping our minds free from the inrush of negative thoughts and emotions, we will adopt a regular program of study of ennobling and inspiring literature (swadhyaya) and of keeping the company of saints (satsang).

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We will vigilantly exercise strict control over our senses, thoughts, emotions and in the spending of our time and resources.

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We will consider ourselves inseparable parts of the society and will see our good in the good of all.

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We will abide by basic moral code, refrain from wrong doing and will discharge our duties as citizens committed to the well-being of the society.

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We will earnestly and firmly imbibe in our lives the virtues of Wisdom, Honesty, Responsibility and Courage.

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We will constantly and sincerely endeavor to create an environment of loving kindness, cleanliness, simplicity and goodwill.

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We will prefer failure while adhering to basic moral principles to so-called success obtained through unfair and foul means.

10. We will never evaluate a person's greatness by his worldly success, talents and riches but by his righteous conduct and thoughts. 11. We will never do unto others what we would not like to be done unto us. 12. Men and women while interacting with each other will have feelings of mutual respect and understanding based on purity of thoughts and emotions. 13. We will regularly and religiously contribute a portion of our time, talents and resources for spreading nobility and righteousness in the world. 14. We will give precedence to discriminating wisdom over blind traditions. 15. We will actively involve ourselves in bringing together people of goodwill, in resisting evil and injustice, and in promoting New Creation. 16. We will remain committed to the principles of national unity and equality of all human beings. In our conduct, we will not make any discrimination between person and person on the basis of caste, creed, color, religion, region, language or sex. 17. We firmly believe that each human being is the maker of his own destiny. With this conviction, we will uplift and transform ourselves and help others in doing so. We believe the world will then automatically change for the better. 18. Our Motto is: 'Hum Badalenge – Yug Badalega', 'Hama Sudharenge – Yuga Sudhrega'. The trends of our times will transform, when we transform ourselves. When we reform ourselves, the world will be reformed.

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GAYATRI GYAN KENDRA OF LONG ISLAND A UNIQUE BAL SANSKAR SHALA INVESTMENT IN FUTURE GENERATION