Hindu Samaj Mandir Mahwah New Jersey
State New Jersey
Website: https://www.hindusamajmandir.org
Started in 1996, Hindu Samaj has a membership of approximately 2500 families. It provides religious, cultural and social services in New Jersey and the surrounding areas. Hindu Samaj has temples for Ram Ji Parivar, Shiv Ji Parivar, Ganesh Ji, Maa Durga Ji, Vishnu-Laxmi Ji, Radha-Krishna Ji, Maa Saraswati Ji, Bala Ji, Hanuman Ji, Lord Ayyappa Ji, Sai Baba Ji, and Mahavir Ji (Jain temple).
Temple Information
Services
In addition to daily prayers and worship, the Hindu Samaj offers various services to the community, including:
- Religious services: The temple provides services such as pujas and Abhishek, including the ability to perform Abhishek on the shivling.
- Cultural and social services: These services include Hindu wedding ceremonies, with ample parking and a beautiful venue.
Visitor information
- Darshan Timings:
- Monday to Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
- Saturday and Sunday: 8:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
- Dress code: Traditional attire is recommended.
- Amenities: The temple has a canteen and ample parking space.
- Accessibility: The temple is wheelchair accessible, with a wheelchair-accessible entrance, parking lot, and restroom.
Contact Information
- Website: https://usa.akshardham.org/
- Email: info.akshardham@usa.baps.org
- Phone: 201-529-1277
Founding and purpose
- Establishment: The temple was founded in 1996 to serve the growing needs of the local Hindu population.
- Membership: It was started with around 2,500 member families and provides religious, cultural, and social services.
- Mission: The temple’s mission includes:
- Promoting spiritual, social, and cultural development
- Helping children connect with their Indian heritage
- Promoting inter-religious understanding
- Providing assistance and services to community members
Recent developments and activities
- Community Center: The Mandir also functions as a community center, hosting a range of events and programs.
- Programs: Since October 2015, the Mandir has run a free program for adults over 50, focusing on physical, mental, and spiritual well-being.
Temple Timings
- Monday – Friday
8:30 am to 12:00 pm
4:30 pm to 8:30 pm
- Saturday
8:30 am to 8:30 pm
- Sunday
8:30 am to 8:30 pm
Cafeteria hours:
10 am to 4 pm
Langar Prasad:
5 pm to 6pm