AANANDA: Original Form

“Aananda” meaning true joy, is the hermitage of Pujya Swami ji. It is a center of bliss and purity and provides an environment conducive for prayer and meditation.

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AANANDA: Remodeling

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AANANDA: Remodeling Phase II

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AANANDA : New Look

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AANANDA

“Aananda” meaning true joy, is the hermitage of Pujya Swami ji. It is a center of bliss and purity, and provides an environment conducive for prayers and meditation. Aananda epitomizes Swami ji’s emphasis on a pure and clean environment for fruitful meditation. Set in the green surroundings of Maryland, it provides a perfect opportunity for seekers to discover their inner self and bask in the glory of the Almighty. At Aananda, seekers are insulated from the hectic life of the outside world and can truly focus on their unification with the Almighty. The quaint and beautiful surroundings of Aananda provide the seekers a serene place for Svadhyaya (self-introspection).

Swami ji lays great emphasis on the art of meditation and considers it a stepping stone in the pursuit of the Almighty. Therefore, Aananda is laced with all the facilities for a Sadhna Satsang (meditation workshop). It has ample space for meditation, satsangs and a dining hall for the Prasad (holy meal) to be served at different times/ intervals during the meditation workshop. Aananda is well equipped with all modern amenities and offers clean and well-furnished accommodation for the seekers with advance bookings.

Swami ji’s divine presence at Aananda further amplifies the already exhilarating experience of this picturesque place. Aananda is neither a hotel nor an aashram, rather it is an venue to call upon the Almighty to shower peace and calmness in the seekers’ life.

AANANDA:ORIGINAL FORM

Aananda has an indoor temple and several other rooms, each dedicated for a specific purpose. The temple has sculptures, pictures, paintings etc. of different deities. It also has life-like standees of Param Pujya Gurudev Shri Prem Nath ji Maharaja and Param Pujya Dada Gurudev Swami Satyanand ji Maharaj on either side of the picture of the divine light of Ram naam, written in Devanagari script. A separate room contains all the forms of literature written by Swami ji himself, Param Pujya Gurudev and Dada Gurudev along with the works of other highly renowned authors across multiple languages. Remembering the name of the Lord is a device of purification of the soul. Hence, Aananda has a Jaap Bhavan, open 24 hours, where the seekers can sit in peace and chant the name of Lord in complete silence.

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AANANDA: REMODELING

Peace, Harmony, and Love are the key ingredients that make a house a Home. Swami ji always envisioned Ananda as a Home and the true natural habitat of a seeker. Hence, it is being redeveloped and its acoustics are redesigned with an aim to creating a conducive environment for meditation and self introspection. Ananda's architectural design is meant to aid a seeker in his pursuit of the Almighty.

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AANANDA: REMODELING Phase II

Peace, Harmony, and Love are the key ingredients that make a house a Home. Swami ji always envisioned Ananda as a Home and the true natural habitat of a seeker. Hence, it is being redeveloped and its acoustics are redesigned with an aim to creating a conducive environment for meditation and self introspection. Ananda's architectural design is meant to aid a seeker in his pursuit of the Almighty.

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AANANDA: NEW LOOK

Aananda's new look is typified by its state of the art Satsang Hall. The remodeled hall which can house more than 200 people has its accoustics specially designed for a spiritual gathering. Aananda has a dedicated prayer room where the Holy Guru Granth Sahib Ji has been established. Additionally, there is a Havan Room where all yajnas and havans are performed by Swami Ji. Remodeled Aananda also has a separate meeting room where Swami Ji meets the devotees to answer their queries in private. There are multiple well-furnished rooms aimed at providing a comfortable stay for all the devotees. The running kitchen provides healthy and nutritious meals round the clock. Aananda with its architectural design aims to aid the seeker in all aspects his pursuit of the Almighty.