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Paranitya Narasimha at the temple in Elmira, New York

Elmira, New York

Find your inner peace

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

All are welcome

Come experience Paranitya Narasimha Temple and Ashram

Welcome

Welcome to Paranitya Narasimha Temple and 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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Devotees gathered inside Paranitya Narasimha Temple

Alive with community

Prayer, joy and togetherness

Paranitya is not only a place to visit. It is a place to meet people, sing, serve, learn and experience a living spiritual family.

Kirtan and satsang at Paranitya

Kirtan & satsang

Experience devotional music, reflection and uplifting company.

Community gathered in the temple

Shared spiritual life

From daily prayer to festivals, community life makes the temple feel alive.

Festival community at Paranitya

Festivals & celebrations

Join major spiritual occasions and joyful community gatherings.

Visitors experiencing Paranitya

Welcoming visitors

Come as you are and discover the warmth of the temple community.

What we offer

A complete spiritual destination

Visit for a few hours, join a festival, make your stay a retreat, or enter more deeply into prayer, learning and service.

Upcoming at Paranitya

Come together in devotion

Festival celebrations, public meditation, kirtan, courses and special pujas bring the temple community together throughout the year.

WeeklySun

Community

Sunday at the Temple

Morning prayers from 9:00–11:15 AM, OM Chanting from 11:45 AM–12:30 PM, and free community lunch at 12:00 PM.

Monthly3rd

Ritual

Satya Narayana Puja

A devotional ceremony and sacred story offered for blessings and spiritual upliftment.

SpecialOM

Meditation

OM Chanting

A transformational group practice that supports inner peace and collective harmony.

Who we are

A living spiritual community

Monastics, residents, guests, volunteers and visitors come together around prayer, devotion, learning, hospitality and service.

Prasadam being shared with guests

The Ashram

A place to slow down, participate in a sacred daily rhythm and experience life centred on God.

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Devotional worship at Devi Mandir

Our Values

Sincerity, devotion, respect, hospitality, responsibility for nature and selfless service guide community life.

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Community gathered in devotion

Community

People of many backgrounds meet through prayer, seva, shared meals, festivals, kirtan and spiritual learning.

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Paramahamsa Vishwananda

Our Founder

Paramahamsa Vishwananda

Paramahamsa Vishwananda is a God-realised master whose mission is to open the hearts of humanity. Through his teachings and living example, he inspires people to awaken their innate relationship with God through bhakti—the path of loving devotion.

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Visitor feedback

A place people carry in their hearts

Public reviews consistently speak about peace, beauty, devotion, welcoming monks and the depth of the temple atmosphere.

TripAdvisor ★★★★★
“This visit is a must if you’re anywhere in the area, regardless of your religion. Such a gorgeous temple and surrounding open space. Once a church, this temple is built on sacred grounds. Friendly staff, delicious and wholesome food and hand painted depictions of Hindu Gods.”

— TripAdvisor review

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Google ★★★★★
“We appreciate and adore the humility of Monks, Rishis and Sanyyasis. It was so pleasing to observe the minute details and devotion during the Puja ceremony.”

— Ashutosh S.

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Facebook ★★★★★
“This is a peaceful, friendly, loving, spiritual place to come and be among members of this region's Divine hub. God's love abounds here, you will feel it.”

— Isana D.

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Paranitya Narasimha Ashram in Elmira, New York

Our location

Come visit us in Elmira

Set in New York’s Finger Lakes region, Paranitya Narasimha Temple and Ashram offers a sacred destination for prayer, retreat, community and service.

Community gathered in devotion at Paranitya Narasimha Temple

Come as you are. Leave with a fuller heart.

Join us for prayer, arrange a tour, attend an event or spend a few days living the ashram experience.