Prasanthi Nilayam
Puttaparthi, India
- Attend morning and evening prayers
- Engage in selfless service
- Explore the ashram grounds
- Meditate in peace
- Participate in devotional singing
- Visit museum and planetarium
- Visit the Sai Kulwant Hall
- Watch educational films
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Description:
Prasanthi Nilayam, meaning 'Abode of Supreme Peace,' is the main ashram of Sri Sathya Sai Baba located in Puttaparthi. It serves as a spiritual center for devotees worldwide, offering a serene environment for meditation, prayer, and self-reflection. The ashram complex includes the Sai Kulwant Hall, where daily prayers and bhajans take place, as well as the Sri Sathya Sai Space Theatre, showcasing educational films. The ashram provides accommodation, food, and other facilities for visitors, creating a community centered around spiritual practice and service. It's a place of tranquility, attracting people from all walks of life seeking solace and spiritual growth.
History:
The history of Prasanthi Nilayam is deeply intertwined with the life and teachings of Sri Sathya Sai Baba. The ashram was established in 1950 on a barren hill in Puttaparthi, which was then a small village. It began as a modest structure and gradually expanded over the years to accommodate the growing number of devotees. The ashram's development reflects the increasing influence of Sai Baba and his mission of love, service, and spiritual upliftment. The construction of the Sai Kulwant Hall and other key buildings marked significant milestones in its history, making it the spiritual hub it is today.