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ISKCON Ujjain

ISKCON Ujjain is a temple affiliated with the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON), located in the city of Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh, India. The temple is a spiritual and cultural hub, promoting Vaishnavism and the teachings of Lord Krishna as presented in the Bhagavad Gita.

History

ISKCON Ujjain was established to propagate the mission of His Divine Grace A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, the founder of ISKCON. The temple was inaugurated in [] and is dedicated to the worship of the deities of Sri Sri Radha Madan Mohan, Sri Krishna Balarama, Sri Jagannath Balabhadra Subhadra, and Lord Narasimha.

The city of Ujjain holds significant importance in Hinduism as one of the seven Moksha Puris (sacred cities) and is home to the famous Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga. The establishment of ISKCON Ujjain adds to the city's spiritual prominence.

Architecture and Features

The temple showcases traditional Indian architecture with intricate carvings and a serene atmosphere. Key features include:

A large prayer hall housing the main deities.
Statues of prominent Vaishnavite deities.
Landscaped gardens and community spaces for spiritual gatherings.

Daily Schedule

The temple follows a structured daily routine for prayers and rituals:

Activity	Time
Mangala Aarti	04:30 AM
Tulasi Aarti	05:00 AM
Chanting Session	05:30 AM
Darshan Aarti & Guru Puja	07:25 AM
Srimad Bhagavatam Class	08:00 AM
Rajbhoga Aarti	12:15 PM
Temple Closed	01:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Dhup Aarti	04:00 PM
Sandhya Tulasi Aarti	06:45 PM
Gaura Aarti	07:00 PM
Shayan Aarti	09:00 PM
Temple Closed	09:15 PM

Festivals

ISKCON Ujjain celebrates various Vaishnavite festivals, attracting devotees from across the country. Major festivals include:

Janmashtami: Celebrating the birth of Lord Krishna with grand festivities.
Gaura Purnima: The appearance day of Lord Chaitanya Mahaprabhu.
Rath Yatra: A chariot festival honoring Lord Jagannath.

Cultural and Community Activities

The temple conducts regular programs, including:

Free classes on Bhagavad Gita and Srimad Bhagavatam.
Spiritual counseling sessions and yoga workshops.
Community initiatives like food distribution (prasadam) for the underprivileged.

External Links

Category:ISKCON Category:Ujjain Category:Hindu temples in Madhya Pradesh Category:Religious organizations established in the 20th century