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Our Story

Our story is simply the story of one man and how his unconditional love for us inspired us to give a little of ourselves and our love in the service of humanity. In 1971, Providence brought a Hindu monk to this part of the world. On arrival, He uttered a prayer to his Master: "Dear Master, I do not know why you have brought me here, but let me be worthy of your love and grace".

He is none other than Swami Shantanand Saraswathi, the disciple of Swami Sivananda of Rishikesh. Swamiji, as he is reverently addressed, taught the simple, universal truths found in all religions - serve, love, give - selflessly. His gatherings were filled with songs in praise of God and his talks illuminated almost every conceivable subject pertinent to life and living, but most of all it was the way he spoke of God's love that filled the hearts of those who heard him. His approach was all embracing and his ideology simple: "Follow any path, religion or doctrine, but believe in it sincerely, because the sincerity of your belief will illuminate and guide you to the ultimate common goal - God". Soon by word of mouth his following spread and similar centres grew in Kuala Lumpur, Penang , Johor Bahru and gradually also to Perth and Melboume in Australia. As time passed a core of some one hundred families became his regular followers in each centre over a period of ten years and these followers were affectionately referred to as - the Shiva Family.