Festival of Forgiveness 2019

Paryushan is one of the two important yearly festivals of the Indian community, the other being Diwali.
This is the festival of forgiveness spans across 8 days and is organized and managed by MSJS Trustees.
At the conclusion of the festival, the participants request forgiveness for all offenses committed during the year. Forgiveness is asked by telling "Micchami Dukkadam". It means "If I have caused you offense in any way, knowingly
or unknowingly, in thought word or deed, then I seek your forgiveness". Entire community will have access to the session thereby strengthening local identity and pride.

Celebration of this Festival reminds people who they are associated with and culture they inherit.
- Provides an opportunity to achieve their best and excel by encouraging various age groups (7+ age) to participate in 17 meditation sessions and discourse sessions by scholars across the globe.
- Increases in children immersion by encouraging participation in various activities including competition.
- Provides social interaction between seniors, youth and the wider community, promoting a whole family experience.
- Seeking inner peace through physical and emotional well-being.