Wednesday 7 June 2023 | Jeth Vad 4, Samvat 2079
Wed 7 Jun 2023
Accepting the humble requests of the disciples living in the regions around Delaware, His Divine Holiness Acharya Swamishree visited the State on 2nd August 2006. A special assembly was held at the Nur Shrine Hall. Shree Swamibapa Pipe Band escorted Acharya Swamishree and the honourable guests to the front of the stage.
The guests included the U. S. Congressman and House of Representative from the state of Delaware, Lt. Governor, State Senator, County Councilman, State Director of Delaware and the President of New Castle City.
After Acharya Swamishree’s divine blessings, each of the guests were honoured by Shree Swaminarayan Gadi Sansthan. They were truly touched to be given these blessings by Acharya Swamishree. In their speeches, they requested Acharya Swamishree to build a magnificent temple in the state.
They acknowledged the philanthropic endeavours performed by Acharya Swamishree for people of all races and faiths; and stated that abiding by Acharya Swamishree’s teachings was essential for maintaining the world’s stability.
Acharya Shree Jitendriyapriyadasji Swamiji Maharaj is the current spiritual leader of Maninagar Shree Swaminarayan Gadi Sansthan. He is the heir to Acharya Shree Purushottampriyadasji Swamishree Maharaj, and sixth in the lineage of ascetic Acharyas, which descends directly from Lord Shree Swaminarayan.