Arya Samaj Odisha

Arya Samaj is a Hindu reform movement founded by Swami Dayananda Saraswati in 1875 in Bombay, India. 

The movement aimed to rejuvenate Hinduism by going back to the Vedas as the ultimate authority and rejecting later accretions to Hindu belief and practice. 

The core principles of Arya Samaj are based on the Vedas and include beliefs in one God, the authority of the Vedas, the idea of karma and reincarnation, and the importance of promoting social welfare.

Arya Samaj emphasized social reforms such as the abolition of caste system, promotion of education for all, especially girls, and advocating for women's rights. It played a significant role in the Indian independence movement and contributed to the revival of Hinduism in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

The Arya Samaj has had a lasting impact on Indian society, influencing not only religious thought but also contributing to social and educational reforms. Today, it continues to exist as a major Hindu reform movement with followers primarily in India, but also in other parts of the world where Indian diaspora communities are present.

The Arya Samaj follows ten core principles that guide its beliefs and practices. Here's a breakdown of some of the important ones:

God and the Vedas:

• The first principle establishes God as the source of all true knowledge.

• The second principle elaborates on God's attributes - formless, all-knowing, omnipresent, and the creator. Only this God is worthy of worship.

• The third principle highlights the Vedas, the oldest Hindu scriptures, as the foundation of true knowledge. Studying and following the Vedas is an important duty for followers of Arya Samaj.

Truth and Righteous Action:

• The fourth principle emphasizes seeking and accepting truth, rejecting falsehood.

• The fifth principle stresses acting in accordance with Dharma, which involves understanding and following the right path.

Universal Well-being and Social Responsibility:

• The sixth principle states that the Arya Samaj strives for the betterment of the whole world, encompassing physical, spiritual, and social well-being for all.

• The seventh principle emphasizes treating everyone with love, righteousness, and justice.

Knowledge and Selflessness:

• The eighth principle encourages dispelling ignorance and promoting knowledge.

• The ninth principle promotes looking beyond personal well-being and working for the good of all.

• And the tenth - One Should Regard Oneself Under Obligation to Help Others: This principle promotes looking beyond personal well-being and working for the good of all.

These are some of the central principles, but there are a few more that focus on self-restraint, vegetarianism, and internationalism.  

If you'd like to  know more  about the  specific practices  in your  family or  community,  consulting with a Acharya Samaj Vedic Purohitis recommended.

For More Information, Please Contact: 

Acharya Prasant Dash ( Joint Secretary , Arya Samaj Bhubaneswar) 

Mobile : 9437032520

email : aryasamajctc@gmail.com