ॐ अग्निर्ज्योतिर्ज्योतिरग्निः स्वाहा सूर्यो ज्योतिर्ज्योतिः
Wishing you and your family a very Happy and Prosperous Diwa
Diwali is not only a festival of lights but also a call to nurture the light within—to live with compassion, truth, and devotion. By celebrating Diwali with family and community, we invite peace, prosperity, and happiness into our lives.
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Pandit Narayan Bhatt (Shastri, MA)
Purohit, Kirtan & Kathakar, Marriage Celebrant
Son of the famous poojari, Pandit Jaidev Bhatt, Pandit Narayan Bhatt is a celebrated Hindu priest in Sydney. He was born in the state of Uttaranchal, India, bringing with him the rich heritage of Kurmanchal and western Nepal.
He has been living a priestly life since his teenage days and has served the Australian Hindu communities of Sydney, Melbourne, Canberra, and Alice Springs and internationally in India, Fiji, and Indonesia.
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Namaste Punditji
We wanted to personally thank you for everything you did for us, we were truly blessed to have you as our officiant and celebrant for our Hindu wedding ceremony, conducted under the Sanatan Dharma tradition. You are an exceptional Punditji who brings not only deep spiritual wisdom but also a calm, positive, and grounding presence.
Punditji, your ability to connect with everyone was truly remarkable, you spoke Gujarati with my parents, Hindi with my in-laws, and English with us, the bridal couple, making every member of our families feel included and engaged. Your humble, gentle, and reassuring nature immediately puts us at ease, and your serene aura truly helps calm the nerves on such an emotional and significant day.
We had 100 guests at our wedding, and you ensured that everyone felt part of the celebration. Your inclusivity stood out, you took the time to explain each step of the Sanatan Dharma ceremony in English, allowing all our guests to understand and appreciate the sacred meaning behind every ritual. Because of your thoughtful guidance and peaceful demeanor, we felt completely comfortable, connected, and present throughout the ceremony.
In addition to our wedding, you also conducted our pre-wedding Gujarati ceremonies at home including the Grah Shanti (Satak). Once again, you were perfectly punctual and created an atmosphere filled with devotion and tranquility. You arrived with all the necessary items for the pooja, which was such a relief since my parents are from South Africa and weren’t familiar with where to source them in Sydney. My parents absolutely adored you, they felt relaxed, reassured, and grateful knowing we were in such capable and compassionate hands.
We could not have asked for a better Punditji. Your warmth, professionalism, and spiritual energy made our wedding experience truly memorable. We wholeheartedly recommend you to any couple seeking a Punditji who is not only deeply knowledgeable but also kind, inclusive, and genuinely devoted to his craft.
Thank you once again, Punditji, for making our ceremonies so meaningful and for guiding us with such grace and sincerity. We will always remember the peace and positivity you brought to our special day.
With heartfelt gratitude,
Nerisha & Deepak Sahota
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Jai Shree Krishna,
Time got the better of us yesterday, and we just missed the chance to thank you in person. It was truly a pleasure to have you perform our wedding ceremony. Every moment felt special, and your guidance during the rehearsal made all the difference.
On behalf of both myself and Juhi, thank you sincerely for everything.
Namaste Punditji,
Harish and I wanted to extend our deepest thanks to you for helping us plan and execute such a beautiful wedding. Your patience in helping us understand each step of the wedding is greatly appreciated, especially as we build the foundations of our marriage.
Please extend our love to Radhika Aunty and your children.
See you at the next pooja!
Warm regards,
Prachi and Harish, 2024
Dear Pandit Ji,
Over 400 guests attended the wedding ceremonies of our daughter, Disha, and Kapil. You conducted all rituals with grace and professionalism.
We’re truly grateful for your support and the way you engaged everyone—especially with your multilingual approach, appreciated by guests from England and India.
We received excellent feedback and feel fortunate to have you in our community. We’re happy to recommend you for any religious function, especially traditional weddings.
Jai Goyal
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Congratulations to the newlyweds! Wishing you a lifetime of love and happiness.
Mām vrate te hṛdayam dadhāmi
In this sacred vow, I offer you my heart.
With full sincerity and devotion, in this sacred moment of commitment, I place my heart in your care. I give you not just my hand, but my trust, my emotions, my thoughts, and my life’s intentions. From this day forward, your joys will be mine, and your sorrows too. I bind myself to you with love, respect, and sacred duty (dharma).
Prayer from Rig Veda
समान्जन्तु विश्वे देवा: समापो हृदयानि नौ।
Samanjantu vishe devāḥsamāpo hṛdayāni nau
Meaning:
May all the divine forces unite our hearts. May the waters (symbolizing purity and life) merge our hearts as one.
Interpretation:
This mantra is a prayer for harmony, mutual understanding, and emotional unity between the couple. It invokes the blessings of the divine for a loving, synchronized, and spiritually aligned married life.
Ashirvaad: A Wedding Blessing
May your journey together be filled with love, laughter, and mutual respect.
May your hearts remain united in joy and strength, through every season of life.
May you grow not only as partners but as true companions of the soul.
May your home be blessed with peace, prosperity, and sacred harmony.
And may the divine presence always guide and protect your union.
Honoured to Serve: Celebrating Marriages and Dharma Since 1991