What is the importance of temples?

The temple is a principal source for the renewal of these powers. Heavenly Father will not fail in his promises to us if we do all that we can do to keep open the conduit of spiritual strength that is available to us. The temple will play an increasingly important role in this regard. read more

If this is considered to be true than the importance of home shrines further highlights the role and significance of temples. The temple is important as a place of offering. Offerings are made at home shrines, and received back as Prasad. read more

In some temples, the Lord appeared of His own accord. Then there are other temples where the image was installed by sages, celestial beings or human beings. Seven places are said to be very holy — Ayodhya, Kasi, Mathura, Puri, Kanchi, Avantika and Dwaraka. It is important to visit these places. Mathura is the place where Ambarisha did penance. read more