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Acharya Pandit Devraj Tiwari postgraduate qualifications in Sanskrit and has been immersed in traditional Gurukul education from an early age, studying Sanskrit, Vedic philosophy, moral education, Hindu rituals, and astrology. His education and spiritual training include studies in Varanasi, India, as well as at Nepal Sanskrit University.

Before coming to the United States, Acharya Devraj Ji served as the Head Priest at Lakshmi Banketesh Temple in Ayodhya Dham, India. He has more than 17 years of teaching experience and approximately 24 years of experience in astrology.

Throughout his spiritual journey, he has conducted discourses on various Puranas and Hindu scriptures, taught yoga, mentored students, and provided spiritual and astrological guidance to individuals and families.

Vedic Ceremonies & Religious Services

Following the traditions of the Shukla Yajurveda Vedic system, Acharya Devraj Ji performs a wide range of Hindu religious ceremonies and rituals, including:

• Daily Pooja and special religious ceremonies

• Naamkaran (Naming Ceremony)

• Sixteen Hindu Samskaras

• Satyanarayan Katha and Pooja

• Navagraha Pooja

• Vedic Havan and Yagya

• Vastu Pooja

• Griha Pravesh (Housewarming Ceremony)

• Upanayan Sanskar

• Hindu Weddings and Vivah Sanskar

• Shraddha and ancestral rituals

• Antim Sanskar and last rites

• Shri Ram Katha

• Bhagavad Gita discourses

• Sundarkand and other devotional recitations

Acharya Devraj Ji is proficient in Sanskrit, Hindi, Nepali, and English, allowing him to serve devotees from diverse backgrounds.

Since 2024, he has been providing priestly, spiritual, and astrological services in the United States and currently serves the community through the Spokane Hindu Temple & Cultural Center in Spokane, Washington.

Astrology & Spiritual Guidance

Coming from a respected family tradition of astrology, Acharya Devraj Ji combines the knowledge passed down through generations with traditional Vedic teachings and modern methods of consultation.

His approach to astrology is centered on guidance, preparation, and positive action. Rather than creating fear or anxiety about the future, he believes astrology can help individuals better understand life's circumstances, recognize opportunities, prepare for challenges, and make thoughtful decisions.

In his words, life is a unique relationship between nature, human beings, and the cosmic rhythms represented by the Sun, Moon, planets, and stars. Vedic astrology studies these traditional relationships and seeks to provide spiritual insight and direction for life's journey.

Acharya Devraj Ji believes that spiritual knowledge is most meaningful when it helps people move forward with greater clarity, confidence, and faith.

“Considering the experiences of the past and the needs of the future, let us move forward together toward a brighter path.”

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