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Sundarkand Paath (Monthly Event)

Sunderkand Paath is on Last Saturday of Every Month starting @05:30 PM goes till 07:30 PM followed by Aarti.

Sundarkand Paath (Monthly Event)
Sundarkand Paath (Monthly Event)

Time & Location

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31 Jan 2026, 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Durga Temple, 8400 Durga Pl, Fairfax Station, VA 22039, USA

Event Information


Sunder Kand Paath starts at 05:30 PM goes till 07:30 PM followed by Aarti.


Bhandara Prasad will be served after the Aarti.


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 Sunderkand is a chapter from the ancient Hindu epic Ramayana that narrates the story of Lord Hanuman and his journey to Lanka in search of Sita, the wife of Lord Rama, who had been abducted by the demon king Ravana. Reciting Sunderkand has several benefits for the mind, body, and soul.benefits like removing negative energy, boosting courage, fostering peace, and fulfilling desires, as it narrates Lord Hanuman's heroic journey, emphasizing devotion, strength, and overcoming obstacles. It helps reduce stress, improves focus, provides protection, strengthens family bonds, and is believed to bring material and spiritual prosperity, making it a powerful tool for mental, physical, and spirit

ual well-being. 

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Sundarkand path In English

Sundarkand path In Hindi


To sponsor the puja or make your contribution, click on Donate button, Make check payable to Durga Temple or Zelle pay to zelle@durgatemple.org


Chant Hanuman Mantras:

  • “Om Hanumate Namah”

  • “Om Namo Bhagavate Anjaneyaya Mahabalaya Swaha”


Start the Path:

  • Follow instructions by Priest.

  • Recite Sundarkand from the Ramcharitmanas or a dedicated book provided at the temple or link provided above on your device.

  • Read with full focus and bhakti (devotion)

Avoid interruptions and distraction for others

  • Finish the paath in one sitting if possible

  • Ask your children to participate, help them to focus and not cause distractions for others


    Do's and Don’ts During Sundarkand Path

    Do’s:

    • Preferably sit on the floor in Asan. If needed and for elderly, chair can be used

    • Face east or north direction

    • Maintain silence and mental focus

    • Offer Prasad, coconut, tulsi and fresh Flowers with devotion (eg: home made sweets - halwa, panijri/churma, boondis, jalebis, kheer, ladoos ; fruits like: bananas, apples, pineapple, mangos, pomegranate, coconut)

    • Preferably wear light color, yellow, saffron, orange.

    Don’ts:

    • Avoid garlic, onion, alcohol on the day of Path

    • Don’t leave the book open or on the floor

    • Avoid distractions like phone, eating, or talking during the recitation

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