By TAPinto Staff
PARSIPPANY, NJ – The Parsippany Chapter of Hindu Swayamsevak Sangh (HSS) celebrated its annual Guru Vandana on June 1, 2024, at the Montville Senior Center in Montville, New Jersey. Around 130 attendees gathered to express heartfelt gratitude to 17 Teachers and Board of Education members for their invaluable contributions to society.
Across the US, more than 2000 Educators and Administrators were recognized for their priceless contributions to society.
Guru (‘Gu’ means darkness and ‘Ru’ means divine light of knowledge) is the one who removes darkness by lighting the lamp of knowledge in the society and as such Guru Vandana (Reverence to the teacher) is performed as an expression of gratitude to the teachers.
The event commenced with the recitation of the American pledge, followed by the lighting of diyas to seek blessings from Lord Ganesha and Goddess Saraswati. A cultural program unfolded, showcasing the rich heritage of India through captivating performances by children aged 4 to 12.
Students Honor Teachers with Reverence
A highlight was the touching demonstration of gratitude by students towards their teachers. With reverence and sincerity, they participated in traditional rituals, applying tilak, performing aarti, and offering respectful bows as symbols of their deep appreciation for their teachers’ guidance.
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