SATYA DHAM FOUNDATION INC. Vancouver, Canada
The Divine Birth and Early Years of His Holiness Bal Sant Swami Satya Dev Ji
His Holiness Bal Sant Swami Satya Dev Ji was born on October 14, 1953, near Lumbini, Nepal, the sacred birthplace of Gautama Buddha. His birth took place during the auspicious days of Navratri, to Mother Bhagirathi and Father Shaligram.
The Symbolism of His Parents’ Names
Mother Bhagirathi is also revered as Ma Ganga, one of the two primary source streams of the Ganges River. The Bhagirathi and Alaknanda rivers merge at Devprayag in the Garhwal Hills, from where the sacred river is known as the Ganges.
Father Shaligram represents Shaligram stones, which are fossilized ammonites collected from the riverbed of the Kali Gandaki, a tributary of the Gandaki River in Nepal. Within Hinduism, Shaligram is considered a divine representation of Lord Vishnu.
A Spiritual Calling from an Early Age
From a very young age, Bal Sant Swami Satya Dev Ji exhibited profound spiritual tendencies. He would frequently enter a “State of Emptiness”, a deep meditative state known as Samadhi, where one transcends physical awareness. These episodes often left him unconscious, causing concern for his parents. Despite consulting numerous local caregivers, no one could understand or resolve his condition.
The Divine Intervention of His Guru
The family’s spiritual guide, His Holiness Neelbaba, resided deep in the Himalayas at Tungnath, a sacred pilgrimage site situated at an altitude of 3,680 meters (12,073 feet) above sea level. Recognizing the divine nature of the child, Neelbaba visited the family and offered to take Bal Sant Swami Satya Dev Ji under his care to Tungnath Hills, where his true spiritual journey began.
The Spiritual Journey of Bal Sant Swami Satya Dev Ji
Bal Sant Swami Satya Dev Ji embarked on his spiritual journey at the tender age of six under the divine guidance of Pujya H.H. Neelbaba. Even as a child, his deep inclination toward spirituality set him apart.
At the age of 10–11 years, he spent time on the banks of the sacred Narmada River, near the Kedarnath hills, immersing himself in deep meditation amidst the dense forests and caves of the Himalayas. He found solace in the hills of Badrinath, where he roamed freely and fearlessly, embracing the serenity and wisdom of nature.
After attaining Nirvana—the highest state of enlightenment where all desires and suffering dissolve—his Guru, H.H. Neelbaba, directed him to descend from the mountains to the plains to spread compassion and spiritual wisdom. Thus, his journey transitioned from the remote hills to bustling cities, and his fame grew exponentially.
Bal Sant Swami Satya Dev Ji dedicated nearly ten months each year to spiritual practice in the Himalayas, residing at altitudes of 10,000 feet or higher. His commitment to his path was unwavering, and his teachings touched countless lives.
At the age of 47, he made an extraordinary declaration—that he was living an extended life gifted by his Guru, Neelbaba, and that he would leave his physical body upon reaching the age of 50. True to his words, on May 7, 2004, in the sacred embrace of the Himalayas, he attained Mahasamadhi.
Continuing His Legacy: A Noble Cause for Animal Welfare
With his countless blessings, the Sood family in Canada is honored to join hands with AWCS (Animal Welfare and Care Services)—a charitable foundation dedicated to rescuing and providing warmth and care to stray animals.
AWCS, a registered charity in India and a non-profit organization in Canada, is embarking on a noble mission to establish Punjab’s First Modern Animal Hospital in Amritsar. This state-of-the-art facility will be the first of its kind in the region, offering medical treatment to every stray animal—from the smallest puppy to the largest cow or buffalo.
We humbly invite you to support this noble cause. Your contribution will help AWCS provide lifesaving care to stray animals and support villagers whose livelihoods depend on healthy livestock.
With the divine blessings of Guru Bhagwan, Satya Dham Foundation Inc. has been made possible!
Let us come together to make a difference. Your generosity will save lives!
A Family from Vancouver, Canada
Mother: Late Rama Kumari
Father: Late Ram Chand Jaiswal Ji
HEAL Foundation, USA
Humanity | Empathy | Animal Love
HEAL Foundation is a New York-based 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization, dedicated to improving and saving lives through our H.E.A.L. programs. 100% of every dollar donated goes directly toward our mission.
Our Mission
Humanity
Our HUMANITY mission addresses the root causes of animal homelessness and suffering by providing need-based financial assistance to pet owners. We specifically support:
- Veterans
- Victims of domestic violence
- Individuals with special needs
Empathy
Our EMPATHY mission focuses on Humane Education for youth, partnering with organizations to instill values of compassion and responsibility. We believe that Humane Education is the foundation of an ethically responsible society, empowering students to create a world with the greatest good and least harm for people, animals, and the environment.
Animal Love
Our ANIMAL LOVE mission is committed to reducing canine homelessness, animal cruelty, and shelter euthanasia rates. We collaborate with and provide funding to 501(c)(3) animal welfare organizations, focusing on rescues that:
- Support owner surrenders
- Help long-stay and harder-to-place dogs
- Assist senior dogs in shelters across the NY Metropolitan area and beyond
We are proud to announce our partnership with Animal Welfare and Care Services (AWCS), a registered NGO in Amritsar, India and founded by Dr Navneet Kaur, based in Canada. AWCS rescues and treats all stray animals in the city, while also advocating for animal rights. Their team seeks to raise awareness within the community about animal cruelty and increase positive beliefs of animal welfare.
The primary activity of AWCS is to provide free treatment to injured and sick stray animals. Now they are gearing up to extend their services to assist low-income livestock farmers by providing veterinary assistance for their dairy cows and cattle. AWCS also has an outdoor mobile clinic unit that provides free treatment in the field for 10+ dogs every day and saves dogs that are unable to survive on the streets to their current animal shelter.
Please support AWCS as they embark upon building the first modern animal hospital in Punjab, India. The first of its kind in the region, equipped to treat animals in need, from the smallest pup to the largest cow or buffalo belonging to livestock farmers.
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