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# Sri Somesvara Temple

## Sitemaps

- [XML Sitemap](https://srisomesvara.org/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website.

## Pages

- [Welcome to Sri Somesvara!](https://srisomesvara.org/) - Sri Somesvara Temple, a Vedic Shiva temple, is located in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Western North Carolina. It is located at Mount Soma, a Vedic community.
- [Frequently Asked Questions](https://srisomesvara.org/visitor/) - View frequently asked questions about visiting Sri Somesvara Temple in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina.
- [Overnight Lodging & Meals](https://srisomesvara.org/visitor/accommodations/) - Mount Soma provides various accommodations for those who want to take advantage of its beauty and power for more than a day.
- [Updates](https://srisomesvara.org/updates/) - *Soma's Kitchen is open now. Food service every weekend Friday – Monday and select holidays. *Evening Aarti is held at 5:30 pm currently. *Temple closes at 6:00 pm at this time of year. *You might enjoy recent podcasts about this pivotal year, 2025. Visit michaelmamas.com, or for blogs/videos: michaelmamas.net
- [Board of Directors](https://srisomesvara.org/info/board-of-directors/) - Hayley McDougall is the vice chairperson for Sri Somesvara Temple. Betty Hottel is the secretary. Marcia Bowes is the founder and driving force behind the construction.
- [Contact Us](https://srisomesvara.org/contact/) - Fill out this form to contact Sri Somesvara Temple. Phone number: 828-531-9925.
- [About Mount Soma](https://srisomesvara.org/mount-soma/) - The vision for Mount Soma is to help humanity evolve by integrating ancient spiritual wisdom with modern life.
- [Weather](https://srisomesvara.org/visitor/weather/) - Find out the current weather and weather forecast for Sri Somesvara Temple in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina
- [Hours & Daily Schedule](https://srisomesvara.org/visitor/hours-daily-schedule/) - View the hours and daily ceremony schedule for Sri Somesvara Temple. View an Aarathi video and the words to the Aarathi song.
- [Meals](https://srisomesvara.org/visitor/meals/) - All meals are served in the Student Union Building Cafeteria. Breakfast Breakfast is complimentary for overnight guests and is served from 9:00 to 10:00 (times may vary on weekdays). Overnight guests are requested to bring their voucher with them. Breakfast for walk-ins: $11.00 (adults and children; kids under $5: free) Lunch Weekend and Holiday Lunches All meals are served in the Student Union Building Cafeteria. Breakfast, lunch & dinner options are available. Breakfast is complimentary for overnight guests.
- [Overnight Accommodations](https://srisomesvara.org/visitor/accommodations-new/) - Mount Soma provides various accommodations for those who want to take advantage of its beauty and power for more than a day.
- [Photo Galleries](https://srisomesvara.org/photo-galleries/) - Installation & Consecration Galleries Bumi Puja/Panchasilaanyaasam Garbhanyasam Pratameshtika Jalathi Vasam Dwaara Staapana Kumbabhishekam Mount Soma Galleries Spring Summer Autumn Winter Hanuman Jayanthi
- [Your Booking Detail](https://srisomesvara.org/your-booking-detail/) - [vikbooking view="booking" lang="*"]
- [Directions](https://srisomesvara.org/visitor/directions/) - Directions to Sri Somesvara Temple, located 45 minutes from Asheville, North Carolina. Do not use GPS because it sometimes takes you the wrong way!
- [Calendar & Events](https://srisomesvara.org/eventscalendar/) - Learn about upcoming events at Sri Somesvara Temple and view the interactive calendar.
- [Privacy Policy for SriSomesvara.org](https://srisomesvara.org/privacy-policy/) - This privacy policy has been compiled to better serve those who are concerned with how their 'Personally Identifiable Information' (PII) is being used online.
- [Sign Up for Sri Somesvara Temple Updates!](https://srisomesvara.org/visitor/temple-updates-signup/) - Sri Somesvara Temple Email Updates are sent occasionally to announce important information and upcoming events.
- [Thank You!](https://srisomesvara.org/visitor/temple-updates-thanks/) - Please check your inbox for a welcome message.
- [Parks](https://srisomesvara.org/tour/parks/) - Stroll to the different parks or explore the hiking trails and discover fantastic rock formations or the sublime beauty surrounding mountain springs.
- [Terms and Conditions for SriSomesvara.org](https://srisomesvara.org/terms-and-conditions/) - These terms and conditions describe the terms upon which you may access and use the website, SriSomesvara.org
- [History & Construction](https://srisomesvara.org/info/history/) - The idea of Sri Somesvara Temple began to take shape in the year 2006. Dr. Michael Mamas had already been laboring for years to bring Mount Soma into existence.
- [Temple Etiquette](https://srisomesvara.org/info/temple-etiquette/) - Sri Somesvara Temple is a Vedic Shiva temple that strictly adheres to Vedic guidelines in order to maintain the purity and power of the temple.
- [Spiritual Evolution](https://srisomesvara.org/mount-soma/spiritual-evolution/) - The purpose of life is spiritual evolution which is the process of freeing one's awareness from egos, identities, samskaras, and conditioning.
- [Michael Mamas](https://srisomesvara.org/mount-soma/dr-michael-mamas/) - Michael Mamas is the visionary, developer, and leader of Sri Somesvara Temple. Michael Mamas brings out ancient Vedic Knowledge in modern terms.
- [Nine Planets (Navagrahas)](https://srisomesvara.org/tour/deities/nine-planets/) - The operators within the structure of Consciousness are called the Nine Planets (Navagrahas).
- [Meditation](https://srisomesvara.org/mount-soma/meditation/) - The Surya Ram Meditation is an ancient technique from the Himalayas. Brought forth in its purity by Michael Mamas, it imposes nothing.
- [Sri Hanuman](https://srisomesvara.org/tour/deities/sri-hanuman/) - Sri Hanuman teaches us about the unlimited power that lies unused within each one of us. Hanuman directed all his energies towards the worship of Lord Rama.
- [Volunteer Flowers Calendar](https://srisomesvara.org/volunteer-flowers-calendar/)
- [Temple Introduction](https://srisomesvara.org/info/) - Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Western North Carolina, Sri Somesvara Temple is a Vedic Shiva temple at the center of Mount Soma. Feel the presence of Lord Shiva!
- [Seva Program Prerequisites](https://srisomesvara.org/visitor/seva-program-prerequisites/) - Learn about prerequisites for the Mount Soma/Sri Somesavara Temple Seva Program.
- [Seva Program Application](https://srisomesvara.org/visitor/seva-program-application/) - Thank you for your interest in the Seva Program! Please fill out the form below and we will contact you as soon as possible.
- [Uma Parvathi Devi](https://srisomesvara.org/tour/deities/uma-parvathi-devi/) - Divine Mother, Uma Parvathi, appears as the shakthi or essential power of the Supreme. She has many names: Sathi, Shakthi, Durga, Kaali, Lalitha, Gowri, etc.
- [Lord Karthikeya](https://srisomesvara.org/tour/deities/lord-karthikeya/) - Karthikeya is the second son of the divine couple, Shiva and Parvathi, and the younger brother of Ganesha. Kartikeya is the harmonizing principle of the dynamics underlying existence.
- [Lord Ganesh](https://srisomesvara.org/tour/deities/lord-ganesh/) - Ganesh is the principle of categories or structure. To compare creation to a crystal, Ganesh would be the molecular structure of the crystal.
- [Lord Shiva](https://srisomesvara.org/tour/deities/lord-shiva/) - Lord Shiva is the formless Absolute, pure Consciousness. Lord Shiva is the supreme Brahman, the Guru inside who guides us. Lord Shiva is also named Shamkara.
- [Yagya Shala](https://srisomesvara.org/tour/yagya-shala/) - The Yagya Shala has been designed according to Vedic guidelines and houses the Havan Kund (fire pit). This is an outside structure, near the Student Union.
- [Pujas and Havans](https://srisomesvara.org/s/) - Browse categories of daily, weekly, annual, and personal Pujas and Havans performed at Sri Somesvara Temple.
- [Deities](https://srisomesvara.org/tour/deities/) - Learn about the main deities at Sri Somesvara Temple: Shiva Linga, Ganesh, Karthikeya, Uma Parvathi, Navagrahas, Nagadevatha, and Hanuman.
- [Ceremony FAQs](https://srisomesvara.org/info/faqs/) - Read frequently asked questions and answers about temple ceremonies at Sri Somesvara Temple.
- [Ketu](https://srisomesvara.org/tour/deities/nine-planets/ketu/) - Ketu is the descending south lunar node and is generally referred to as a shadow planet. His vehicle is the eagle.
- [Rahu](https://srisomesvara.org/tour/deities/nine-planets/rahu/) - Rahu is Saturn like. He represents material desire, master of deception, delusion, obsessing, limitations, adversity, low status and traveling.
- [Saturn (Shani)](https://srisomesvara.org/tour/deities/nine-planets/saturn-shani/) - Saturn (Shani) is the ruler of our destinies. He is the deliverer of karma, giving us the results of our actions through suffering and gains in life.
- [Venus (Shukra)](https://srisomesvara.org/tour/deities/nine-planets/venus-shukra/) - Venus (Shukra) is the guru of the asuras, meaning that he brings all who are not functioning in harmony with Nature back onto their dharmic path.
- [Jupiter (Brihaspathi)](https://srisomesvara.org/tour/deities/nine-planets/jupiter-brihaspathi/) - Brihaspathi (Jupiter) is the benefic Guru – expansive, the giver of abundance. If your relationship with Jupiter is unbalanced, it can lead to excess.
- [Mercury (Budha)](https://srisomesvara.org/tour/deities/nine-planets/mercury-budha/) - Mercury represents intelligence, clear mind, education, writing, reading, language, speech, communication, humor, wings, logical mind, thought & understanding,
- [Mars (Mangal)](https://srisomesvara.org/tour/deities/nine-planets/mars-mangal/) - Mars is masculine, very fiery, and has unbeatable strength. He is the god of war and his vehicle is a ram.
- [Moon (Chandra)](https://srisomesvara.org/tour/deities/nine-planets/moon-chandra/) - Moon represents emotions, mind, receptivity, sensitivity, sweetness, queen, fertility, travel, water retention, feeling, maternal protection, and nurturing.
- [Sun (Surya)](https://srisomesvara.org/tour/deities/nine-planets/sun-surya/) - Sun represents Self-realization, soul power, a sense of self, status, dignity, authority, leadership, self-development, king, influence, power, creativity, achievement, and courage.
- [Sri Nagadevatha](https://srisomesvara.org/tour/deities/sri-nagadevatha/) - Worship of Sri Nagadevatha can be helpful for anyone affected by Mars, Rahu, or Ketu, including those suffering from Kalasarpa dosha.
- [Virtual Tour](https://srisomesvara.org/tour/) - Take a visual tour of Sri Somesvara Temple. Learn about the deities of Sri Somesvara Temple.
- [Temple Updates Error](https://srisomesvara.org/visitor/temple-updates-error/) - Form Error There is a problem with your form submission. Note: Properly formatted email address is required. First Name is required. Last Name is required. Please and try again.
- [Endorsements](https://srisomesvara.org/info/endorsements/) - Read endorsements for Sri Somesvara Temple from notable people, including esteemed Vedic architects, Sthapatis and Pandits.
- [Sthapatis & Shilpis](https://srisomesvara.org/info/sthapatis-shilpis/) - From October 2010 through July 2011 Sri Somesvara Temple was blessed by the presence of our 7 Shilpis. Their skills and work ethic were a beauty to behold.
- [Brahmasri Veda Bhushana Garlapati Sai Vara Prasad](https://srisomesvara.org/info/pandit-prasad/) - Pandit Garlapati Sai Vara Prasad has been carefully selected and retained as a permanent Pandit (Vedic Priest) for Sri Somesvara Temple.

## Soliloquy Sliders

- [Home Page Covid-19](https://srisomesvara.org/?post_type=soliloquy&p=8345)
- [Home Page Dhanvanthari Havan](https://srisomesvara.org/?post_type=soliloquy&p=8263)
- [Home Page 2016-12-26](https://srisomesvara.org/?post_type=soliloquy&p=5459)

## Products

- [Sharad Navaratri – Dussehra](https://srisomesvara.org/s/sharad-navaratri-dussehra/) - The Mother's grace is boundless and her mercy is unlimited. Sharad Navaratri – Dussehra is the most suitable occasion for doing intense spiritual practices.
- [Krishna Janmashtami](https://srisomesvara.org/s/krishna-janmashtami/) - Krishna Janmashtami is also known as Krishnashtami. Sri Krishna was born on the eighth day (Ashtami) of the Vedic month Shravanmaas.
- [Shravan Maas (Shiva month)](https://srisomesvara.org/s/shravan-maas-shiva-month/) - A very auspicious month, Shravan Maas falls somewhere during July to August. Shravana Nakshatra is the birthstar of Vishnu and falls on the full moon day during this time.
- [Guru Purnima Havan](https://srisomesvara.org/s/guru-purnima-havan/) - This special Sri Guru Havan is a very powerful havan that is a combination of a Guru Havan and the Havan for Sarvadevatas.
- [Havan for Sarvadevatas](https://srisomesvara.org/s/havan-for-sarvadevatas/) - This Havan starts with a Ganesh Havan, then a Karthikeya Havan, a Mother Divine Havan, a Rudra Havan, a Navagraha Shanthi Havan (the nine planets), and the gods for the eight directions.
- [Gowri Tritiya (Mother Divine Puja)](https://srisomesvara.org/s/mangal-tritiya-mother-divine-puja/) - Worshipping Divine Mother on this Mangal Tritiya (third day of the lunar month) helps bring a long life, health, wealth and spiritual knowledge.
- [Ganesh Chaturthi](https://srisomesvara.org/s/ganesh-chaturthi/) - Ganesh Chaturthi (Vinayaka Chavithi) is the annual festival dedicated to Lord Ganesh. It is celebrated on the fourth day (Chaturthi or Chavithi), during the Vedic month of Bhadrapada.
- [Karthikeya Puja (Monthly)](https://srisomesvara.org/s/karthikeya-puja-monthly/) - The Karthikeya Puja is performed monthly on Karthikeya’s birth Nakshatra.
- [Pradosham – Maasa Shivarathri (Shiva)](https://srisomesvara.org/s/pradosham-maasa-shivarathri-shiva/) - Rudrabhishekam is typically performed at sunset (Pradosham) to worship Lord Shiva as he performs the holy dance in Kailasam.
- [Hanuman Jayanthi](https://srisomesvara.org/s/hanuman-jayanthi/) - Hanuman is the incarnation of Shiva or Rudra and embodies devotion in its purest form. He perfectly exemplifies dasyabhava, devotion that bonds the Master and the servant.
- [Sankatahara Chaturthi (Ganesh Puja)](https://srisomesvara.org/s/sankatahara-chaturthi-ganesh-puja/) - Worshipping Lord Ganesh on Sankatahara Chaturthi (fourth day after the full moon) is considered very favorable and extremely beneficial.
- [Satyanarayana Puja (Vishnu) – Monthly](https://srisomesvara.org/s/satyanarayana-puja-vishnu-monthly/) - The Sri Satyanarayana (Lord Vishnu) Puja is performed on the Purnima (full moon day) of every month.
- [Adi Shankaracharya Jayanthi (Adi Shankara’s Birthday)](https://srisomesvara.org/s/adi-shankaracharya-jayanthi-adi-shankara-s-birthday/) - Sri Adi Shankaracharya is considered an incarnation of Shiva and the world's greatest Guru (Jagathguru).
- [Ugadi Festival (Vedic New Year)](https://srisomesvara.org/s/ugadi-festival-vedic-new-year/) - Ugadi is a festival that teaches lessons in selfless service. The new Vedic lunar calendar with the change of the moon's orbit is marked by Ugadi.
- [Sri Ram Navami (Rama's Birthday)](https://srisomesvara.org/s/sri-ram-navami-rama-s-birthday/) - We celebrate the birth of Lord Rama in the period of new moon day to full moon day (Shukla Paksha), on the ninth day (Navami) of the Vedic month of Chaitra.
- [Mahashivarathri – Great Night of Shiva](https://srisomesvara.org/s/mahashivarathri-great-night-of-shiva/) - This is the most powerful Shiva night of the year! Celebrations include Rudrabhishekam, Shiva Parvathi Kalyan, and Great Night Annabhishekam.
- [New Year’s Day Ganesh Puja](https://srisomesvara.org/s/new-year-s-day-ganesh-puja/) - This Puja is performed to invoke the blessings of Lord Ganapathi, thereby seeking no obstacles and hurdles during the new year.
- [About Your Contribution](https://srisomesvara.org/s/about-your-contribution/) - During a trip to India, Pandit Prasad visited several temples. He was particularly struck by one temple's purity. After inquiring, he discovered that the temple funding was handled in a Sattvic manner that is closer to Vedic tradition than most Indian temples. At Sri Somesvara, we work hard to maintain the purity of the Veda in all we do, including the delicate task of handling funds.
- [General Donation](https://srisomesvara.org/s/donation/) - Help support Sri Somesvara Temple with a donation.
- [Navagraha Shanti Puja](https://srisomesvara.org/s/navagraha-shanti-puja/) - The Navagraha Shanti Puja is a potent Puja performed to invoke the blessings of the nine planets. It is performed in nine stages.
- [Subrahmanya/Karthikeya Havan](https://srisomesvara.org/s/subrahmanyakarthikeya-havan/) - Those who are suffering with Rahu, Ketu, and those having sarpa shap (curse of the snake) should worship Karthikeya by performing this Subrahmanya/Karthikeya Havan.
- [Sri Hanuman Havan](https://srisomesvara.org/s/sri-hanuman-havan/) - Hanuman is invoked to bless people with abundance, vigor, valor, and success in all tasks. Businessmen, politicians, and officials who are building their reputation should perform this Havan.
- [Sri Sudarshan Havan](https://srisomesvara.org/s/sri-sudarshan-havan/) - Sudarshan Havan or Yagya is performed for removal of all enemies and accidents. The desire of human beings is immeasurable and varies by nature.
- [Maha Dhana Lakshmi Havan](https://srisomesvara.org/s/maha-dhana-lakshmi-havan/) - Goddess Lakshmi is the chief deity of this bountiful Havan. Lakshmi means in Sanskrit 'to perceive or observe.'
- [Sri Lakshmi Narayan Havan](https://srisomesvara.org/s/sri-lakshmi-narayan-havan/) - The Lakshmi Narayan Havan is performed for prosperity, material abundance, and spiritual prosperity. It removes troubles that prevent us from starting a spiritual path or business.
- [Sri Lakshmi Kubera Havan](https://srisomesvara.org/s/sri-lakshmi-kubera-havan/) - The Lakshmi-Kubera Havan is performed for the purpose of gaining legitimate wealth. Those who are involved in business or are facing financial problems may perform this Havan.
- [Lakshmi Ganapathi Havan](https://srisomesvara.org/s/lakshmi-ganapathi-havan/) - By performing the Lakshmi Ganapathi Havan, one attains progress, evolution, growth, co-creation of good present karma and co-creation of good future karma.
- [Ganapathi Havan](https://srisomesvara.org/s/ganapathi-havan/) - The Ganapathi Havan is performed to invoke the blessings of Lord Ganapathi, thereby preventing obstacles and hurdles while performing our dharma and regular duties.
- [Personal Havans](https://srisomesvara.org/s/personal-havans/) - Personal Havans are performed at Mount Soma on weekdays ONLY and are available May through October each year.
- [Sri Navagraha Havan](https://srisomesvara.org/s/sri-navagraha-havan/) - The Navagraha Havan is performed to overcome all problems. It is performed according to one's birth chart and is completed in nine stages.
- [Maha Mruthyunjaya Havan](https://srisomesvara.org/s/maha-mruthyunjaya-havan/) - The Mahamruthyunjaya Havan is dedicated to Lord Shiva to bestow longevity and avoid accidental death. This Havan is performed to achieve jaya or victory over death and prolonged sickness.
- [Sri Dhanvanthari Havan](https://srisomesvara.org/s/sri-dhanvanthari-havan/) - This Havan is performed to Dhanvanthari (an incarnation of Vishnu) in order to receive his blessings for complete health and prosperity.
- [Saraswathi Havan](https://srisomesvara.org/s/saraswathi-havan/) - By performing this Havan, one will be blessed with success in examinations, have concentration in education, and will learn easily, retaining what one reads and hears.
- [Santhana Gopala Havan](https://srisomesvara.org/s/santhana-gopala-havan/) - Santhana Gopala Yagya is also called Purusha Suktha Yagya. The grand Anthana Gopala Yagya is very powerful for getting a healthy child.
- [Vanigindra Havan](https://srisomesvara.org/s/vanigindra-havan/) - Those who worship Indra will be free of sorrow, suffering, and fear, and will develop well in their business life and investments.
- [Personal Pujas](https://srisomesvara.org/s/personal-pujas/) - In order to fulfill Sakaama and Nishkaama forms of worship, Sri Somesvara Temple provides various Pujas you can schedule.
- [Vedic Birthday Celebration](https://srisomesvara.org/s/vedic-birthday-celebration/) - The Vedic Birthday Celebration includes all daily Archana and the daily Rudrabhishekam for a particular day.
- [Ayush (Longevity) Havan](https://srisomesvara.org/s/ayush-longevity-havan/) - The Ayush Havan is done to worship the God of life. By having this Havan performed, one prevents accidents and accidental death.
- [Satyanarayana/Vratha Puja](https://srisomesvara.org/s/satyanarayanavratha-puja/) - Sri Satyanarayana Puja or Vrath (ritual) is the easiest and most inexpensive way of self-purification and self-surrender at the lotus feet of Lord Vishnu.
- [Vehicle Puja](https://srisomesvara.org/s/vehicle-puja/) - Those who wish to protect themselves against accidents need to do this Vehicle Puja (whether it is a new or old vehicle). It should be performed on Tuesdays and Saturdays.
- [Muhurtha](https://srisomesvara.org/s/muhurtha/) - According to Vedic text, in order for a Muhurtha to be effective, the person receiving the Muhurtha must give Dakshina sincerely to the person providing the service.
- [Mantras](https://srisomesvara.org/s/mantras/) - Mantras are invocations, praise, and prayers. The power of a mantra depends upon the way it is used.
- [Namakaranam](https://srisomesvara.org/s/namakaranam/) - Just after a child is born, an official naming ceremony should be performed (Namakaranam). It is to be performed on the 11th or 21st day after birth.
- [Annaprasana](https://srisomesvara.org/s/annaprasana/) - The first time a baby comes to the temple, the baby is given prasadam (sweet) so the baby knows life will be sweet. This gives a healthy and good digestive system.
- [Aksharabhyasam](https://srisomesvara.org/s/aksharabhyasam/) - Aksharabhyasam is a ritual, which is an induction into formal studies. We invoke the Gods to bless the child in their endeavors.
- [Surya Ram Mantra Meditation](https://srisomesvara.org/s/surya-ram-mantra-meditation/) - $5.00 Donation
- [Diwali Festival / Maha Lakshmi Puja](https://srisomesvara.org/s/diwali-festival-maha-lakshmi-puja/) - Diwali or Deepavali, known as the Festival of Lights, involves the lighting of small clay lamps filled with oil to signify the triumph of good over evil.
- [Mangal Tritiya Akshaya Tritiya](https://srisomesvara.org/s/mangal-tritiya-akshaya-tritiya/) - 'Akshaya' means imperishable – eternal, that which never diminishes. The Akshaya Tritiya also marked the beginning of the Satya Yuga or the Golden Age.
- [Nagadevatha Puja](https://srisomesvara.org/s/nagadevatha-puja/) - The Nagadevatha Puja includes both Abhishekam and Archana for Shri Nagadevatha. 'Naga' means snake, and 'Devatha' means god, so the translation of 'Nagadevatha' is snake god.
- [Kaarthika Maas (Shiva month)](https://srisomesvara.org/s/kaarthika-maas-shiva-month/) - Kaarthika Maas is a very auspicious time. Mondays (Somavar) of Kaarthika month are specially observed times to worship the Lord Shiva with austerity.
- [Daily Rudrabhishekam](https://srisomesvara.org/s/daily-rudrabhishekam/) - Lord Shiva is worshipped in his Rudra form in the Rudrabhishekam Puja. This Puja removes sins and afflictions and helps to obtain peace, prosperity & happiness.
- [Annakoot – (New Year Day for Gujarati Community)](https://srisomesvara.org/s/annakoot-new-year-day-for-gujarati-people/) - Annakoot is celebrated every year to give thanks for the good year that has just ended and the new harvest that has just been received.
- [Toli Ekadashi Satyanarayana Puja](https://srisomesvara.org/s/toli-ekadashi-satyanarayana-puja/) - Toli Ekadashi is an extremely auspicious day for Lord Vishnu. This is the time when the sun begins moving to the South Pole, and nature begins to go inward.
- [Aarathi](https://srisomesvara.org/s/aarathi/) - Daily at 6:30 PM
- [2020 Wall Calendar](https://srisomesvara.org/s/2020-wall-calendar/) - The 2020 wall calendar features beautiful images each month of Sri Somesvara Temple and Mount Soma.
- [Archana](https://srisomesvara.org/s/archana/) - The Sanskrit meaning of Archana is homage paid to the Deities and also refers to chanting the names of a Deity. This is a short Puja performed by Panditji on behalf of a devotee for direction and blessings.
- [Dhanvanthari Havan / Havan for Sarvadevatas](https://srisomesvara.org/s/dhanvanthari-havan/) - Sri Somesvara decided to protect the world from the Coronavirus by performing the DHANVANTHARI HAVAN. Sri Dhanvanthari is the God of Medicine.
- [Navagraha (Nine Planets) Shanti Puja](https://srisomesvara.org/s/navagraha-nine-planets-shanti-puja/) - The Navagraha Shanti Puja addresses the karmic influence(s) in your birth chart. It can help with potential difficulties and bring peace to your life.
- [Puja / Havan Information](https://srisomesvara.org/s/puja-havan-information/) - Sri Somesvara Temple is pleased to offer Pujas and Havans performed by Pandit Prasad including regularly scheduled ceremonies, and Personal Pujas and Havans.

## Galleries

- [Summer at Mount Soma](https://srisomesvara.org/gallery/summer-at-mount-soma/)
- [Kumbabhishekam – May 12-16, 2011](https://srisomesvara.org/gallery/kumbabhishekam/)
- [Spring at Mount Soma](https://srisomesvara.org/gallery/spring_mount_soma/)
- [2019 Calendar](https://srisomesvara.org/gallery/2019-calendar/)
- [Autumn at Mount Soma](https://srisomesvara.org/gallery/autumn_mount_soma/)
- [Hanuman Jayanthi](https://srisomesvara.org/gallery/hanuman_jayanthi/)
- [Dwaara Staapana – April 10, 2011](https://srisomesvara.org/gallery/dwaara-staapana/)
- [Jalathi Vasam – March 16, 2011](https://srisomesvara.org/gallery/jalathi-vasam/)
- [Pratameshtika – December, 2010](https://srisomesvara.org/gallery/pratameshtika/)
- [Garbhanyasam – November 3, 2010](https://srisomesvara.org/gallery/garbhanyasam/)
- [Bumi Puja & Panchasilaanyaasam – October 27, 2010](https://srisomesvara.org/gallery/bumi-puja-panchasilaanyaasam/)
- [Winter at Mount Soma](https://srisomesvara.org/gallery/winter-mount-soma/)

## Product categories

- [Daily & Weekly Pujas](https://srisomesvara.org/category/daily-weekly/)
- [Monthly Pujas & Havans](https://srisomesvara.org/category/monthly/) - Monthly Pujas are longer than the daily Pujas, lasting approximately 1-1/2 hours. There are several differences between the monthly and daily Pujas. In the monthly Pujas, the deities are bathed in milk, water, etc.; dressed in fresh clothes; and extra mantras are chanted.
- [Annual Pujas & Havans](https://srisomesvara.org/category/annual/)
- [Ceremonies by Aspect of God](https://srisomesvara.org/category/aspect-of-god/)
- [Pandit Services](https://srisomesvara.org/category/pandit-services/) - All contributions will go toward Temple supplies, Temple upkeep, Pandit’s family, and other Temple expenses. As a result, you will receive the many blessings and benefits bestowed upon a supporter of the Temple, as well as the benefits of the service you have selected. Contributing to a greater cause rather than focusing on the small self (personality desires) will bring bigger blessings. It will also bring more awareness of God within and more consciousness of the greater good. This will give a boost to each and every devotee. We invite you to feel the difference of a Vedic Temple and a Vedic Pandit.
- [Temple Donations & Sponsorship](https://srisomesvara.org/category/donations-sponsorship/) - It takes many dedicated individuals to create and sustain Śrī Someśvara Temple. One way you can be part of this divine creation is by participating in one of these sponsorship opportunities. With commitment and joyful enthusiasm, Śrī Someśvara will flower beautifully, both in a physical form at Mount Soma and in the souls of the individuals that sustain it. Note: Śrī Someśvara Temple is a tax exempt, publicly supported religious organization under the U.S. Internal Revenue Code: ID# 27-2552331. All donations are deductible to the fullest extent provided by law. All contributors should consult with their tax advisor regarding the final tax effect of any contribution.
- [Lord Ganesh](https://srisomesvara.org/category/aspect-of-god/lord-ganesh/)
- [Sri Hanuman](https://srisomesvara.org/category/aspect-of-god/sri-hanuman/)
- [Lord Karthikeya](https://srisomesvara.org/category/aspect-of-god/lord-karthikeya/)
- [Mother Divine](https://srisomesvara.org/category/aspect-of-god/mother-divine/)
- [Navagrahas (Nine Planets)](https://srisomesvara.org/category/aspect-of-god/navagrahas/)
- [Lord Shiva](https://srisomesvara.org/category/aspect-of-god/lord-shiva/)
- [Lord Vishnu](https://srisomesvara.org/category/aspect-of-god/lord-vishnu/)
- [Goddess Annapurna](https://srisomesvara.org/category/aspect-of-god/mother-divine/goddess-annapurna/)
- [Goddess Bala Tripura Sundari](https://srisomesvara.org/category/aspect-of-god/mother-divine/goddes-bala-tripura-sundari/)
- [Goddess Durga](https://srisomesvara.org/category/aspect-of-god/mother-divine/goddess-durga/)
- [Goddess Gayatri](https://srisomesvara.org/category/aspect-of-god/mother-divine/goddess-gayatri/)
- [Goddess Kali](https://srisomesvara.org/category/aspect-of-god/mother-divine/goddess-kali/)
- [Goddess Lakshmi](https://srisomesvara.org/category/aspect-of-god/mother-divine/goddess-lakshmi/)
- [Goddess Lalitha Tripura Sundari](https://srisomesvara.org/category/aspect-of-god/mother-divine/goddess-lalitha-tripura-sundari/)
- [Goddess Parvathi](https://srisomesvara.org/category/aspect-of-god/mother-divine/goddess-parvathi/)
- [Goddess Raja Rajeswari](https://srisomesvara.org/category/aspect-of-god/mother-divine/goddes-raja-rajeswari/)
- [Goddess Saraswathi](https://srisomesvara.org/category/aspect-of-god/mother-divine/goddess-saraswathi/)
- [Goddess Uma](https://srisomesvara.org/category/aspect-of-god/mother-divine/goddess-uma/)
- [Uncategorized](https://srisomesvara.org/category/uncategorized/)