Our Priests
Our learned priests bring decades of Vedic knowledge and experience. Available for temple services, home ceremonies, and online consultations across the Austin, Texas area.
Pt. Shri Aditya Sharma
Founder & Head Priest
20+ years experience
20+ yrs
experience
Since 2006
serving
Austin, TX
area
Education
Krishna Yajurvedam & Yajurveda Smartam — Andhra Pradesh, under Sri Vedanabhathla Sree Rama Murthy Garu
Specialization
Krishna Yajurvedam, Yajurveda Smartam, Vastu, Astrology
About
Pandit Shri Aditya Sharma is a highly respected Hindu priest with over 20 years of experience. He studied Krishna Yajurvedam and Yajurveda Smartam in Andhra Pradesh, under the guidance of his revered Guru, Sri Vedanabhathla Sree Rama Murthy Garu, gaining expertise in all kinds of Hindu rituals and Samskaras, as well as Vastu and Astrology. Since 2013, Pandit Shri Aditya Sharma has been serving the Austin, Texas community, performing a wide range of Pujas, from simple ceremonies to traditional weddings and various Homams/Yagnas. He has also served as a Senior Priest at the Austin Hindu Temple for several years. Currently, Pandit Shri Aditya Sharma offers freelance services in Austin, Texas, catering to Puja needs. He is fluent in English, Telugu, Tamil, Hindi, and Sanskrit languages. Pandit Shri Aditya Sharma is also passionate about teaching/mentoring kids in Purana Stotras. Pandit Shri Aditya Sharma is also the founder of Rudra Narayana Hindu Temple (RNHT), a temple that aims to provide a global platform for spiritual growth, learning, and community building. RNHT offers a range of services, including online Pujas, cultural events, and educational programs, making it a unique and innovative spiritual hub. His vast experience, linguistic skills, and dedication to preserving Hindu traditions make Pandit Shri Aditya Sharma a trusted and revered figure in the community.
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Pt. Shri Raghurama Sharma
Senior Priest
20+ years experience
20+ yrs
experience
Since 2006
serving
Texas
area
Education
Krishna Yajur Veda under Sri Maddulapalli Suryanarayana Sharma Ghanapati Garu (Tirupati); Smartha from Sri Sannidhanam Sridhara Sharma Garu
Specialization
Krishna Yajurveda, Smartha Traditions, Panchadasa Karmas
About
Pandit Sri Raghurama Sharma is a distinguished Vedic scholar and priest with a rich background in Krishna Yajurveda and Smartha traditions. He has had the privilege of studying Krishna Yajurveda under the guidance of his Veda Guru, Sri Maddulapalli Suryanarayana Sharma Ghanapati Garu (Tirupati), and Smartha under the guidance of Sri Sannidhanam Sridhara Sharma Garu. Prior to joining the Austin Hindu Temple in 2017, Panditji served as a Veda Pandit at Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam and as a freelance priest at Srinivasa Swami Devasthanam, Nagole, Hyderabad. With over 20 years of expertise in Panchadasa Karmas, Panditji has performed various rituals and cultural activities at the Austin Hindu Temple. Currently, he offers family priestly services across Texas, catering to the spiritual needs of the community. Panditji is fluent in Telugu, Tamil, and English, making him an approachable and versatile spiritual leader. In addition to his priestly duties, Panditji is also passionate about mentoring kids in Purana Stotras, aiming to pass on the rich cultural heritage of Hinduism to the next generation.
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