In the sacred and ancient land of Mithila, at the heart of Bathanaha, the Shiv Shakti Mahadev Foundation is honored to carry forward a legacy of service and devotion. Guided by the profound principle that “Service to Living Beings is Service to God,” our foundation has embarked on two deeply significant missions that form the core of our existence: the sacred duty of Gau Seva (the selfless service to cows) and the monumental task of rebuilding our community’s temple. We believe these endeavors are not separate but are two paths leading to the same divine goal, and we invite you to walk this path with us.

Our commitment to Gau Seva stems from the timeless reverence for the cow as ‘Gau Mata’ or the Divine Mother in our culture. She is a symbol of life, nourishment, and selfless giving. At our foundation, we provide shelter, food, and compassionate care to these gentle creatures, ensuring they are protected and honored as they deserve. This service is more than just charity; it is a spiritual practice that fosters compassion and earns immeasurable blessings. We are dedicated to creating a safe haven where every cow is treated with the dignity and love befitting its sacred status.

Simultaneously, with the blessings of the divine and the support of our community, we are undertaking the vital work of reconstructing our local temple. This is more than just a construction project; it is the resurrection of a spiritual center that will serve as a beacon of hope, peace, and faith for generations to come. Every brick laid and every pillar raised is a testament to our collective devotion and a step towards creating a sanctified space for worship, meditation, and community gathering. This temple will stand as a symbol of our unwavering faith and cultural heritage.

All our activities are conducted under the dedicated and inspiring chairmanship of Mr. Bhola Kamat Ramjivan Ji, whose vision guides our path. We wish to extend an open invitation to you—not merely as a request for advertisement, but as a heartfelt call to become a part of our spiritual family. We believe that true service comes from the heart, and it is not measured in quantity but in intention. Your support, in any form, strengthens our resolve and brings us closer to our shared goals.

We welcome your contributions to this noble cause in a manner that resonates with you. Your participation is what truly matters, and you can support our mission in the following ways:

• Financial Support: Contribute financially towards the temple construction and the operational costs of our cow shelter.
• Contribute Food: Donate fodder, grains, or other essential food supplies for our beloved cows.
• The Gift of a Cow (Gau Daan): Participate in the highest form of giving by donating a cow to our shelter.

Join us in this sacred endeavor

Yet despite the statements in the texts on dharma, there was considerable fluidity in the status of the castes. Communities such as the Velellas, for instance, are regarded as Shudras by Brahmans but as a high caste by other groups. Sacred times and festivals According to Hindu tradition, the Veda should not be studied in the presence of Shudras, but they may listen to the recitation of epics and Puranas. They are permitted to perform the five main acts of worship (without Vedic mantras) and undertake observances, but even today they maintain various ceremonies of their own, carried out without Brahmanic assistance. According to the texts on dharma, the duty of the fourth class (the Shudras) was to serve the others.