Elmira, NY

Paranitya Narasimha Temple & Ashram

Experience the living presence of the Divine through prayer, kirtan, sacred rituals, community and service. All are welcome.

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TEMPLE CLOSED SEPT. 18-21
No Satyanarayana Puja Sept. 20
Join us in Toronto, CA for Paramahamsa Vishwananda's visit and Darshan

All are welcome to experience the beauty of the temple and path of devotion.

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Visiting Hours

Open Hours

Morning

Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday

7:00 AM–1:00 PM

Tuesday & Sunday

9:00 AM–1:00 PM

Evening

Every day

4:00–8:30 PM

Daily Schedule

Prayer Times

Morning Prayers

Monday–Saturday

7:00–8:30 AM

Tuesday & Sunday

9:00–11:00 AM

Evening Prayers

Every day

6:00–7:15 PM

Shayan Arati

Every day

8:30 PM

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Welcome to the Paranitya Narasimha Temple & Ashram

Paranitya Narasimha Temple and Ashram is a sacred spiritual home in Elmira, New York. It is a place to pray, experience devotional music, participate in ancient Vedic rituals, deepen your relationship with God and share in the life of a welcoming spiritual community inspired by Paramahamsa Vishwananda.

Whether you join the daily prayers, arrange a guided tour, attend an event or stay at the ashram, you are warmly invited to experience the beauty of the temple and the path of devotion.

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Best Times to Visit

Sunday mornings are the perfect time to experience the temple, enjoy community, and take part in our prayers and special pujas. Come as you are, all are welcome.

Satyanarayana Puja | 9am | 3rd Sunday of the Month

Every third Sunday of the month, join us for Satyanarayana Puja, a sacred ceremony honoring Sri Satyanarayana Swami, a compassionate form of Lord Vishnu.

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Sunday Prayers | 9am

Sunday mornings are a sacred time to visit the temple, with abhishekam, arati, kirtan, and the special opportunity to perform parikrama and take darshan of over 3,000 Shaligram Shilas.

Afterwards, enjoy community lunch or attend prayers in our Devi Mandir.

In Person

Weekly OM Chanting Circle

Temple Community Room

An ancient group chanting technique to activate your healing potential, raise the collective consciousness, and pray for those in need. Great for relaxation and stress relief. Beginner friendly.

Next Course: Every Saturday, 4:45pm-5:45pm

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In Person

Atma Kriya Yoga Course

Temple Community Room

Atma Kriya Yoga means 'action with awareness of the soul'. It is a full yoga and meditation system that helps you connect with your True Self, experience unconditional Divine Love, and a path to build a relationship with God.

Next Course: September 25-27

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Hybrid

Project Mantra

Online or in-person

Project mantra is a simple 40-day guided meditation program that helps you build a mantra meditation practice, step by step. Email us at elmira@bhaktimarga.us to find a teacher and set up a workshop.

Next Course: Find a Project Mantra Teacher

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Stay at the Ashram

Ashram stays are available to devotees and followers of Paramahamsa Vishwananda. Please contact us at ashramstay@bhaktimarga.us or fill out the form below to apply for your stay.

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The Paranitya Narasimha Temple

Founded by Paramahamsa Vishwananda, the Paranitya Narasimha Temple is the largest Narasimha Temple in North and South America. It is a pilgrimage place for spiritual seekers around the globe, touching the hearts and lives of thousands each year.

Temple Deities include: Paranitya Narasimha, Maha Lakshmi, Rukmini Panduranga, Ramanuja Acharya, Mahavatar Babaji, and Tulsi Devi. We pray all who visit the temple come closer to the Love of the Divine in their own heart and lives.

Paranitya Narasimha Ashram Devi Mandir

The Paranitya Narasimha Devi Mandir is home of Kali, Lakshmi, and Durga Maa. This intimate and beautiful Devi Mandir is a sancuary to experience the Love and Grace of the Divine Mother.

Experience Lalita Sahasranama chanting at the Mandir every Sunday, 11:30am.

304 Demarest Parkway, Elmira, NY