Temple of Divine Mother
Are you tired of battling the negative tendencies in your life? You know, the ones that keep repeating themselves over and over — like aggressiveness, fear, pride, shame.
Don’t let negativity get you down! Overcome these tendencies by applying Shree Maa’s indispensable wisdom on how to defeat the asuras (demons). …read more
Adi Shankara, also known as Shankaracharya, is a remarkable Saint who gives a new meaning to the word “efficiency.” He advanced the philosophy of Advaita Vedanta, was a distinguished teacher, developed exceptional disciples, organized the Ten Orders of Sannyasa which are still in existence today, and wrote profound spiritual hymns for all of the deities!
Whether we realize it or not, this great Sage has touched each and every one of us. …read more
Have you have ever wanted to learn more about the great teachers that have impacted us through Shree Maa and Swamiji? Well, wait no longer!
In this series of posts, Swamiji shares his understanding of the life and teachings of each Guru, and includes a heartfelt commentary on how they impacted him personally! The first in the series is Sri Ramakrishna! …read more
Mankind has celebrated Jesus’ life for thousands of years. This Easter, let’s remember our goal of living in Christ Consciousness!
Swamiji challenges us in this video to expand our consciousness so that we are in Love all of the time. Watch now! …read more
A strong memory, excellent communications skills, and a joyful, childlike nature are the special characteristics of one whose astrological chart has Mercury (Budha) in a position of strength.
Recapture these special qualities – learn Budha’s Mantra.…read more
Shree Maa and Swamiji have blessed us with a sadhana to dispel confusion and create clarity in our lives by the worship of Durga Maa. Chant her 32 names for 32 days! All are invited to participate in this prayer for World Peace. ….read more
Now, for the first time, Swamiji describes the nine forms of the Goddess, how She manifests in our spiritual life, and the worship which brings the attainment of perfection in all endeavors!
These nine forms of Durga describe the different aspects of the Goddess and by chanting the …read more
A great way to learn the Shiva Puja is to watch, learn, and practice right alongside the Guru. Shree Maa and Swamiji have graciously given us the opportunity to do just that!
Watch this instructional video, glance through the photos, and practice right along with them! …read more
Learn how to obtain strength and courage through the worship of Mangal (Mars) in Astrology Chapter 7.
While the Sun creates and the Moon dwells within, Mangal is the great protector, defending against both internal and external enemies. …read more
For the spiritual aspirant, the Guru is a shining light, the great guide on the spiritual path. It is through love and devotion to the Guru that the disciple reaches and cultivates a relationship with the divine.
This poem, written by Chandana Saraswati, is a wonderful example of such love.
May we all be blessed to keep the Guru in our minds, their mantras on our lips, and their love in our hearts! …read more
Shree Maa’s savory vegetable noodle soup warms the body and soul on cold, rainy, and wintery days!
Shree Maa makes this soup as a lunch entree, and it is particularly filling when accompanied with a favorite sandwich, bread, or even a tossed green salad. Enjoy this is perfect, hearty soup with a wonderful flavor! …read more
Prepare yourself for Maha Shivaratri by watching our free online class: Shiva Puja and Advanced Yajna!
Swamiji will show us the path to Lord Shiva’s infinite compassion as he walks us through the methodology of the puja, from a beginners practice all the way to the advanced. He also teaches, step by step, how to do the yajna (fire ceremony).
You won’t want to miss this one! …read more
Shree Maa and Swamiji have blessed us with a sadhana to cultivate bhakti, jnana and raja yoga ! Can you chant Rama mantra (bhakti yoga), read “Living wtih the Soul” (jnana yoga) and practice yogasana (raja yoga) ? ….read more
The position of the Moon is the next most influential aspect of the astrological chart, second only to the Sun.
Learn the five divine qualities, or tendencies, of individuals born with a strong Moon in their astrological chart. Put into practice a special mantra to the Moon to attract these divine qualities! …read more
There are many beautiful ancient Vedic texts and Stotrams, but there is one text that is so extraordinarily simple and straightforward that it is highly effective for all spiritual aspirants in today’s modern, busy age. It is the Sadhana Pancakam, written by Shankar Acharaya in 700 AD.
The five short verses offer forty straightforward guidelines, or dharmic actions, designed to free us from bondage and cause our divinity to blossom. …read more
