Devi Mandir

Temple of Divine Mother

Why Maha Shivaratri is important to attend?

The greatest celebration for Lord Shiva is at the end of the Lunar month of Magh on the 13th night/14th day of the dark fortnight (usually in February or March). It is Maha Shivaratri, and it is a very sacred night for all lovers of Lord Shiva. In Sanskrit, Ratri means “night”, so Shivaratri literally means […]

Potato Bitter Melon Dish

Shree Maa cooks bitter melon as a vegetable dish, but it can also be juiced. Bitter Melon has numerous health benefits. It can treat anything from a simple stomach ache to cancer and diabetes. It also protects the heart from any irregularities and keeps arteries from clogging.

The health benefits in bitter melon far outweigh the bitter taste. Give this wonderful recipe a try and be on the road to better health! …read more

Astrology Chapter 5: The Glory of the Sun

In astrology, the Sun, also called Surya or Ravi, is known as the Supreme Deity and Supreme Consciousness.

In this Chapter, we review the divine qualities of the Sun, how it contrasts to Shani (Saturn), and how the placement of the Sun in the birth chart impacts our nature.

The Sun has several divine virtues. …read more

Chant the Saraswati Kavacham!

Tonight is the very special night where we perform the Saraswati Puja!

Shree Maa and Swamiji request everyone to recite the Saraswati Kavacham. May She bless us all with the greatest knowledge! …read more
 

Swami Purana App

Swami Purana Android App by Swami Satyananda Saraswati Price=$9.99     Coming Soon to iOS The stories of the Swami Purana comprise an anthology of select stories from the folklore of ancient India and a modern day presentation bringing relevance and freshness to these classical teachings. This collection represents a small bucket drawn from the […]

Santoshi Maa Puja App

Santoshi Maa is the Goddess of Satisfaction, Contentment, Peace,and Acceptance. Her worship inspires these qualities within devotees. This Puja contains Her Dhyanam, Nyasa, the offering of items used in Her worship, and Her One Hundred Eight Names.

Sahib Sadhu App

Sahib Sadhu is a collection of biographical stories about the adventures of Swami Satyananda Saraswati. Swamiji performed the disciplines of a wandering ascetic for more than twenty years in India, meditating in hot springs, sitting for days beside a sacred fire, walking the length and breadth of India, encountering snakes, miracle sadhus, healers, terrorists, palm readers… and ultimately the Divine Mother.

From Birth to Death App

From Birth to Death contains the mantras, instructions, applications, and philosophy for all the rites of passage in the Hindu dharma from the Vedic wedding ceremony to the funeral rites performed at the end of life. The basic resource for this is the compilation is the Purohit Darpana, which is probably the most prestigious and practical authoritative text on Hindu ceremonies.

Ramakrishna, The Nectar of Eternal Bliss App

Ramakrishna was an ecstatic mystic who experienced deep communion with God. This book is a compilation of satsangs that revolved around Shree Maa and Swamiji’s translations of Mahendra Gupta’s book, “Kathamrita”, which brings Ramakrishna’s world to life.

World Peace Sankalpa – Shivaratri 2014 Edition – COMPLETED.

As part of Shivaratri 2014, Shree Maa and Swamiji have just blessed us with a new group sankalpa to continue our efforts in praying for world peace.

This is a special three-part sankalpa – it involves the chanting of a mantra, and/or walking a certain number of steps a day along with the practice of a few yogasanas. Can you talk the talk, walk the walk and remain in equilibrium?….read more
 

I May Walk a City Street

Imagery is a powerful tool in the writing repertoire of all poets and, when finely tuned, it will deepen a reader’s connection to the writing. When a poet is able to paint a picture in the mind of their readers, when their readers are gently but vividly guided into the world of the poet’s imagining, the poem has a more lasting effect.

This poem, written by Kantananda, is an elegant example of imagery at work. Let these simple yet powerful words bring you into that beautiful bhava! ….read more
 

Shree Maa’s Hodge-Podge Vegetable Bean Salad

Shree Maa’s Vegetable Bean Salad is a great addition to any meal or it can be eaten alone as a nutritional snack.

It’s packed with protein from the combination of tofu and three varieties of beans, and is topped with a delightful salad dressing that Shree Maa created herself! …read more
 

Supreme Potential

Shree Maa’s example is a great inspiration to many devotees around the world. It comes as no surprise that many of Her devotees are compelled to write of that example and to give voice to the beautiful transformations with which She inspires.

Bask in the wonderful description of Shree Maa as expressed by Vishveshwar, a close devotee of Shree Maa and Swamiji. …read more

Baba Ghanoush

Shree Maa’s Baba Ghanoush will soon become a family favorite! Baba Ghanoush is a Middle Eastern dipping spread made primarily from roasted eggplant.

Shree Maa’s recipe is unique as it also includes tahini, plain yogurt, asafoetida (hing) and a bit of green chili sauce. Enjoy with pita bread, fresh vegetables, naan …read more