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The Kashmir Shaivism Fellowship was established
informally in 1991 to give devotees and adherents of the teachings
and practices of Kashmir Shaivism, as taught by the Shaivite
Master Swami Lakshman Joo Raina of Kashmir, India, the opportunity
to worship, study and serve the public as a group. Working
together, the disciples began to prepare formal materials
for worship and study, as well as to preserve the sacred teachings.
The desciples also organized yearly sacramental ceremonies
honoring Swami Lakshman Joo's death anniversary and yearly
celebrations commemorating his birthday. With time, the community
realized it would be beneficial to the Fellowship and to the
general public if it was more formally structured leading
to official state and federal recognition. This would enable
the Fellowship to establish a permanent place of worship in
the tradition of Kashmir Shaivism and to promote the teachings
on a broader scale.
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is the purpose of Kashmir Shaivism Fellowship ? |
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To establish a permanent place
of worship in the tradition of Kashmir Shaivism. These
services typically follow the following schedule:
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Singing of Shaivite
Hymns of praise and supplication |
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Group meditation
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Partaking of sacred
Shaivite Sacraments |
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Studying the sacred
Shaivite Scriptures as taught by Swami Lakshman
Joo |
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Sharing fellowship
among community members |
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To acquire, translate, publish, and distribute
the teachings of Kashmir Shaivism as taught by the late
Shaivite Master Swami Lakshman Joo Raina of Kashmir,
India as well as other Shaivite Masters such as Abhinavgupta,
Ksemaraja, and Utpaladeva. Teachings will be made available
in written, audio, and video formats.
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To encourage strict adherence to vegetarianism
and to follow the practices and principles outlined
in the ``Lectures on Practice and Discipline in Kashmir
Shaivism" by Swami Lakshman Joo Raina.
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Performing Havan's (Sacred fire ceremonies)
during Swami Lakshman Joo's annual Mahasamadhi(death)
ceremony.
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The Kashmir Shaivism Fellowship is also
planning on providing the following during the coming
years
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To fund programs and organize lectures,
conferences and seminars on the teachings of Kashmir
Shaivism.
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To hold meditation classes, Havan's
(sacred Shaivite fire ceremonies), and courses
on the practice of sacred Shaivite religious ritual
practices.
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To prepare newsletters for the
Shaivite community and the general public on the
ongoing activities of the Fellowship.
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To arrange events of spiritual
music and other related community functions which
further the understanding of Kashmir Shaivism
without discrimination based on religion, caste,
creed, race, gender, and nationality.
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| Q. Is Kashmir Shaivism
Fellowship a Non-Profit Organization ? |
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Yes. Kashmir Shaivism Fellowship received both
Federal and State recognition to operate as a Non-Profit organization.
If you wish to donate to the organization please contact the
webmaster for details.
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| Q. Are the services of
Kashmir Shaivism open to public and are there conditions for
joining? |
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The services of the Fellowship are open to
the public without discrimination based on religion, caste,
creed, race, gender, or nationality. There are no particular
criteria for admittance, except the desire to learn the philosophy
and practices, advance spiritually, and to honor the lineage
of Shaivite Masters and the heritage of Kashmir Shaivism Fellowship.
The organization presently publicizes its services through
``word of mouth" and occasionally through mass mailings.
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| Q. Does the organization
have a permanent place of worship or meeting? |
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The organization's permanent place of worship
is in Los Angeles, CA and an alternate location is in Mill
Valley, CA (near San Francisco). If you wish to know more
or would like to participate, please send an e-mail to webmaster.
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| Q. Where can I learn more
about the philosophy of Kashmir Shaivism ? |
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Swami Lakshman Joo's introduction on Kashmir
Shaivism and John Hughes introduction are excellent source
of information on Kashmir Shaivis
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| Q. Does Kashmir Shaivism
have special events or celebrations ? |
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Yes, special events are located in the Events
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| Q. What is the history
of Kashmir Shaivism ? |
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Kashmir Shaivism has an extremely rich history,
you can learn more by referencing the History page
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| Q. What is the purpose
of the Chat Room ? |
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The Chat room can be used as
a forum for discussions on Kashmir Shaivism Only or questions
regarding the operation of the organization.
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| Q. How can I learn more
about Kashmir Shaivism ? |
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You can reference the Publications
page for more information on Kashmir Shaivism or contact Webmaster
for more details.
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