Welcome To SAHMS
To encourage the study of Hindu philosophy, religion, literature, arts and science.
The formation of the South African Hindu Maha Sabha as the national body representing the cultural and religious aspirations of South Africa’s Hindu community was the brainchild of an outstanding Sannyasin (monk) who visited South Africa in 1908. He was Swami Shankaranandaji who visited this country at the invitation of the Arya Samaj movement in Natal.
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Project 108
Through this project, members of the community will be invited to contribute R108 per month through debit order. These amounts of money will be used on projects that will be of lasting benefit to the Hindu Community at national, regional and local levels
Shuddha
The primary goal of the Shuddha Committee is to provide a widely recognized Certification programme which will enable vegetarians to make accurate and informed food choices. Promoting a pure and peaceful lifestyle, free from animal products.
Shuddha
The primary goal of the Shuddha Committee is to provide a widely recognized Certification programme which will enable vegetarians to make accurate and informed food choices. Promoting a pure and peaceful lifestyle, free from animal products.
National Council Of Hindu Priests
To promote standardised practice across South Africa in the implementation of priestly duties. To monitor the Code of Ethics that promotes best practice in priestly responsibilities wil also be know as NCOHP
Auspicious Dates
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Saraswati PoojaJanuary 25, 2023
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Venkateshwara BrahmotsavamJanuary 25, 2023
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Panguni UthiramJanuary 25, 2023
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Narsingha JayantiJanuary 11, 2023
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Thai Poosam Flag HoistingDecember 20, 2021
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Arudra DharisanamNovember 16, 2021
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Kethara Gowri NombuOctober 25, 2021
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Anna AbhishekamSeptember 21, 2021
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Venkateshwara VratamAugust 25, 2021
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Nori NemJuly 22, 2021
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Shitla SatamJuly 22, 2021
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Thiru Sundaramoorithi Guru PoojaJuly 22, 2021
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Aani Uthiram (Siva Pooja)June 24, 2021
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Thiru Manikavasagar Guru PoojaJune 24, 2021
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Thirugnana Sambathar Guru PoojaApril 24, 2021
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Thirunavukarasar Guru PoojaApril 24, 2021
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Vaikasi VisakamApril 24, 2021
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Hindi New YearApril 6, 2021
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Masi MaghamFebruary 11, 2021
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Vasanth PanchamiFebruary 11, 2021
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Prabhodhini Ekadasi/Tulsi VivahaJanuary 6, 2021
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Skanda ShashtiJanuary 6, 2021
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Varalakshmi VratamJanuary 6, 2021
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Deepavali / Luxmi Pooja (North & South)January 6, 2021
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Maha Ganesh ChaturtiJanuary 6, 2021
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Chitra ParuvamJanuary 6, 2021
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Hanuman JayantiJanuary 6, 2021
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Sri Ram NaumeeJanuary 6, 2021
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Ramayana WeekJanuary 6, 2021
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Ugadhi (Telugu New Year)January 6, 2021
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MakarsankrantiJanuary 6, 2021
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Gita JayantiNovember 4, 2020
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Kartik PurnimaNovember 3, 2020
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Kaarthigai DeepamNovember 3, 2020
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Annakuta Govardhan PoojaNovember 3, 2020
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Gujarati New YearNovember 3, 2020
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Narak ChaturdashiNovember 3, 2020
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Dhan TrayodashiNovember 3, 2020
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Vijay DashmiOctober 5, 2020
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NavaratriOctober 5, 2020
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Adhik MaasAugust 27, 2020
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PurattasiAugust 27, 2020
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Mahalaya PakshamAugust 27, 2020
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Pitra PakshaAugust 27, 2020
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Krishna AshtamiJuly 15, 2020
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Gita WeekJuly 15, 2020
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Raksha BandhanJuly 15, 2020
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Vaigasi VisakamApril 8, 2020
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Naag PanchamiApril 8, 2020
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Guru PurnimaApril 8, 2020
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Nirjala EkadashiApril 8, 2020
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Panguni UthiramApril 2, 2020
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Tamil New YearFebruary 3, 2020
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Holika DahanFebruary 3, 2020
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PanchakJanuary 9, 2020
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EclipseJanuary 9, 2020
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PurnimaJanuary 9, 2020
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EkadashiJanuary 9, 2020
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Maha ShivaratriJanuary 9, 2020
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Thai Poosam KavadyJanuary 9, 2020
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Thai PongalJanuary 9, 2020
Important Notices From SAHMS
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Covid 19- Regulations/guidelines for Temples and priestsMay 29, 2020
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Environmental health guide for management of Human Remains in...July 15, 2020
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Letter for Bhoomi PujaAugust 4, 2020
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Clarification of Pitra Paksh Dates and Time for 2020August 19, 2020
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SAHMS Anti-Corruption PetitionAugust 31, 2020
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Clarification of Navaratri Dates and Time for 2020September 3, 2020
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Revised Covid 19 Regulations for Places of Worship under...October 5, 2020
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DEADLY SECOND WAVEDecember 27, 2020
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Clare Estate Umgeni Hindu Crematorium Society Covid 2nd wave...January 6, 2021
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Yudhika Sujanani, RE: Holi CowFebruary 2, 2021
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With Deepest Sympathies - The KingMarch 12, 2021
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Covid 19 - regulations and guidelines for temples and...March 26, 2021
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HANUMAN JAYANTI IN SOUTH AFRICAApril 24, 2021
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Vandalising of TemplesJune 4, 2021
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The South African Hindu Maha Sabha - adjusted level...June 28, 2021
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Due to recent Protest Action our Head Office at...July 11, 2021
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Good Day Honourable Mr PresidentJuly 12, 2021
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The South African Hindu Maha Sabha supports the initiatives...July 13, 2021
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Anti-Indian hate speech South African Hindu Maha Sabha lays...July 30, 2021
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The President and Officials of the SA Hindu Maha...August 20, 2021
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Pitra Paksha starts on the 21st of September 2021September 9, 2021
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Objection letter for Verulam MortuaryOctober 8, 2021
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Deepavali/ Diwali Dates 2021November 2, 2021
Latest News
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Gauteng SAHMS Temple DatabaseJuly 23, 2024
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Press Release - Councillor Imraan Moosa, The AL Jamah...May 23, 2024
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2023 DURBAN DIWALI FESTIVALJuly 7, 2023
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INITIATIVE 108 OF SA HINDU MAHA SABHA PROMOTES SOCIAL...November 25, 2022
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Madison Avenue Night Club ApologyNovember 16, 2022
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INITIATIVE 108 OF SA HINDU MAHA SABHA PROMOTES SOCIAL...October 18, 2021
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A “Light of Hope” for Women in South AfricaAugust 16, 2021
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SA religious and aid bodies offer a helping hand...May 5, 2021
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Hindu Youth Leader Appointed to KwaZulu-Natal Climate Change and...March 18, 2021
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SAHMS Newsletter Vol 1 Issue 3December 23, 2020
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Progress on Recognition of Hindu MarriagesDecember 22, 2020
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Karthigai Deepam - South African Hindu Maha Sabha(SAHMS)November 28, 2020
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Mental Health in the Elderly (Especially during COVID-19)November 23, 2020
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Speech by Nelson Mandela at Diwali Celebration held at...November 6, 2020
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PRIEST'S COUNCIL PRESS STATEMENT (JOINT)October 30, 2020
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HINDU FUNERALS - “TAMASHA OR MOURNING”September 30, 2020
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Suicide and DepressionSeptember 29, 2020
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SOUTH AFRICAN HINDU MAHA SABHA INTERFAITH HARMONY AND SOCIAL...September 28, 2020
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REMEMBER TO KEEP THE CONSCIOUS CONNECTION DURING THIS TIMEAugust 26, 2020
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Women's Month 2020August 25, 2020
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WOMEN'S DAY 2020 AND BEYONDAugust 21, 2020
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THE GENDERED FACE OF COVID 19: WOMEN AND ACCESS...August 19, 2020
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A BUSINESS WOMEN’S EXPERIENCEAugust 17, 2020
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HOW COVID CHANGED OUR LIVES!August 14, 2020
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A HOUSEWIFE’S TALE AND PERSONAL SPIRITUAL JOURNEYAugust 12, 2020
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VULNERABILITY IN A VULNERABLE TIMEAugust 10, 2020
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THE NEW NORMAL WOMANAugust 7, 2020
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COLOURISM – “THE DAUGHTER OF RACISM”.August 5, 2020
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COVID-19 WARRIORSAugust 3, 2020
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Maha Sabha Newsletter June 2020July 16, 2020
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Madiba Day 2020July 9, 2020
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Latest NewsDecember 5, 2019
Quotes from Scriptures
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Bhagavad Gita – Chapter 6 Text 37January 10, 2020
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Bhagavad Gita - Chapter 6 Text 39January 10, 2020
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Bhagavad Gita – Chapter 6 Text 41January 10, 2020
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Bhagavad Gita – Chapter 6 Text 43January 10, 2020
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Bhagavad Gita – Chapter 6 Text 44January 10, 2020
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Bhagavad Gita – Chapter 6 Text 45January 10, 2020
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Bhagavad Gita – Chapter 6 Text 46January 10, 2020
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Bhagavad Gita - Chapter 6 Text 47January 10, 2020
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Bhagavad Gita – Chapter 7 Text 3January 10, 2020
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Bhagavad Gita – Chapter 7 Text 2January 10, 2020
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Bhagavad Gita – Chapter 7 Text 1January 10, 2020
Free Hindu E-Books
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The Absolute Law of KarmaDecember 5, 2019
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101 Recipes From Gods GardenDecember 5, 2019
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101 Reasons Why I’m VegetarianDecember 5, 2019
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Horoscope in Your HandsDecember 5, 2019
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Thirukkural With MeaningsDecember 5, 2019
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Benefits of a Vegetarian DietDecember 5, 2019
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How To Become A HinduDecember 5, 2019
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VedantaDecember 5, 2019
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Hinduism by Swami SivanandaDecember 5, 2019