2024-25

199th Shikshapatri Jayanti Celebration

Published On: February 2, 2025

The 199th Shikshapatri Jayanti was celebrated with immense devotion and enthusiasm at Shree Swaminarayan Gurukul International School Bangalore on the auspicious occasion of Vasant Panchami. This sacred day, dedicated to the worship of Goddess Saraswati, the deity of wisdom and learning, added a special significance to the event. The celebration was marked by the collective recitation of the entire Shikshapatri, a revered scripture composed by Bhagwan Shree Swaminarayan, which serves as a guiding light for moral, ethical, and spiritual living. Every student of the Gurukul actively participated in this divine reading, immersing themselves in the profound teachings embedded within the sacred text.

The event was further elevated by the esteemed presence of Pujya Tirth Swarup Dasji Swamiji and Pujya Harivandan Swamiji, who graced the gathering with their wisdom and spiritual insights. They shared invaluable knowledge on the significance of the Shikshapatri, explaining how its teachings remain relevant in today’s world and how students can incorporate its principles into their daily lives. Through their enlightening discourse, they emphasized the importance of righteousness, self-discipline, devotion, and service to society, inspiring the young minds to walk on the path of virtue and spiritual growth.

As the event coincided with Vasant Panchami, the atmosphere was filled with divine energy, symbolizing the arrival of wisdom, purity, and new beginnings. Students not only absorbed the teachings of the Shikshapatri but also paid homage to Goddess Saraswati, seeking her blessings for knowledge and enlightenment. The celebration concluded with prayers, bhajans, and reflections, leaving a lasting impact on everyone present.

This auspicious occasion served as a reminder of the importance of adhering to dharma, leading a disciplined life, and fostering a connection with spirituality in the modern era. The combination of Shikshapatri Jayanti and Vasant Panchami made the event even more spiritually enriching, inspiring students to cultivate wisdom, devotion, and righteousness in their daily lives.