Priests play key role in protecting Sanatana Dharma : TTD JEO Dr Sharath
Tirupati, Nov 5 (TNT): TTD JEO Dr. A. Sharath said priests are spiritual bridges between temples and society and play a vital role in protecting Sanatana Dharma and preserving Hindu traditions.
Addressing the valedictory session of a 15-day priest training programme held at SVETA here on Thursday, he said priesthood is a sacred service that passes spiritual values and traditions to future generations.
He urged priests to serve society with devotion, discipline and dedication.\
He appreciated Chanti of Palasa, Srikakulam district, for leaving his software job to take up priesthood and work towards building a temple in his native village.
He encouraged more youth to come forward for religious service.
The trained priests were presented with puja materials, spiritual books and certificates.
The programme was organised by TTD and the Hindu Dharma Prachara Parishad with the support of SVETA.
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SVETA Director Dr. Vema Venkata Ratnam and other officials participated.\
