Sanātan Dharma

Preserve & Empower

Purpose

Parents, let’s come together and help pass on the values and strengths of Sanātan Dharma to our children. To support this mission, HTOS has launched a program designed to inspire parents to guide children in learning and applying the principles of Sanātan Dharma and experiencing their revitalizing effects in daily life. It all starts with you, the parents.

Program Details

  • Open to children up to 14 years of age. Accommodation can be made to individuals that just celebrated their 15th birthday (within 3 months of day of event).
  • Information and guidelines are available further below on this page.
  • Participants will memorize and recite three powerful vedic mantras or hymns.

The vedic mantras and hymns are known for their extraordinary power. Those who chant them regularly share that “Chanting creates divine vibrations that resonate through the universe…….and back to us.” This practice purifies and strengthens the mind, body, and soul. It offers clarity and courage to face challenges. Parents benefit greatly while helping their children grow stronger.

Contest & Rewards

The greatest reward is the lifelong strength, peace, and energy your family will gain. In addition, there are special incentives.

Mantra Recitation Contest

  • Location: Hindu Temple of Siouxland, Tea, SD
  • Fall 2026 Contest Date: Dec 12, 2026.
  • Time: Starts at 11:00 AM. Participate, encourage and celebrate. Timing is subject to change. Please check with the contest coordinator.

Exciting Scholarships

  • 1st: $1,000  
  • 2nd: $500
  • 3 Consolation awards: $100 each
  • Certificates

Let us come together to keep our heritage alive and help our children connect with the sacred roots of Sanātan Dharma. All families are welcome!

Funding

This program is funded by a generous donation from Bharat & Shubhra Foundation.

Information & Guidelines for Fall 2026 Contest

CREATED 09/26/2026

Mantras to memorize and recite

  1. Sankatmochan Hanuman Ashtak.
  2. Guru Mantra.
  3. Ram Stuti.

Resources for the Mantras and Recitation

Each registered contestant will be provided with the following on a first-come-first-served basis. So hurry!

  1. Resource provided by the sponsoring Foundation: 2026 Fall Mantra Presentation.
  2. A printed version of the mantras in English or Hindi as per your choice if requested.

Guidelines for recitations and judging

  1. There will be at least 3 judges for the contest.
  2. Irrespective of how it sounds or the number of repetitions on the audio aids provided, you are required to recite each mantra only once.
  3. You are not required to sing as per any audio aid or resource on the web. You only need to recite. However you can choose to sing the mantras.
  4. You will be judged primarily on the following rubric:
    • Completeness – 4 points.
    • Thorough and smooth recitation – 2 points.
    • Pronunciation – 4 points.
    • Bonus points for classic vedic enunciations – proper gaps between words/phrases, tonal variance – 2 points.

How and when to register

Where : Use the Zeffy link Preserve & Empower Fall 2026 – Zeffy. Registration and participation is FREE.

When : Registrations open September 27, 2026. Closes November 15, 2026.

Contact : Once you register, the Contest Coordinator will reach out to you on the contact number you provided.

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