Devi Mandir

Temple of Divine Mother

Navaratri Kumari Puja

Saptamī, the seventh day of Navaratri, is the day of Kumāri Pūjā. Kumāri literally means a young girl, and this pūjā, or worship, teaches us to see Divine Mother in […]

Guru Mantra and Special Purpose Mantras

I understand that there is a need to be faithful to the Guru Mantra and that it should repeated it ceaselessly. How does one treat Special Purpose Mantras? Does one […]

Secret Bīja Mantras of the Chaṇḍī Pāṭhaḥ

Every object in creation has an intrinsic movement or vibration. All vibrations create sound. In Sanskrit these sounds are called Bīja, or seed. Spiritual ideals such as Wisdom, Love, Peace have sounds known as Bīja Mantras, which are divine words of power that focus the mind on a desired vibration. This book contains the Bīja Mantras for the Chaṇḍī Pāṭhaḥ. Reciting the Bījas and contemplating their meanings will generate added enhancement to your sādhana and bhāvana, and bring Chaṇḍī Maa into sharper focus. Jai Maa!

Story of the Origin of the Das Mahavidyas

Sati, the consort of Shiva was the daughter of Daksha Prajapati, a descendant of Brahma. Sati had married Shiva against the wishes of her father. The vain Daksha performed a […]

Sacred Calendar

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Oh Beautiful Mother!

Oh Beautiful Mother! Oh Beautiful Mother! You always give refuge To your children in need, Oh Glorious Mother! You provide a shelter, Universal Haven To the Children of Faith. Oh […]

Samasti Chandi Tantra Bijamantratmaka

The Samasti Chandi Tantra Bijamantratmaka series of books contain all of the mantras of the Chandi Pathah and the Tantra Bijamantratmaka Guhyabija Namavali. It is our privilege to make these […]

Swami Nighantu

This is a glossary of the Sanskrit alphabet for the purpose of introducing the meanings of each letter. This glossary is based on Swamiji’s understanding of the Bija Nighantu, from […]

Pongal Recipe (Shiva Rice)

This is a recipe for pongal from Shree Maa. She calls it “Shiva Rice” and it is a perfect dish to prepare on Monday, Shiva’s day.

 

Pitta Recipe

Pitta is a dessert preparation of thin pancakes with a sweet coconut filling. Shree Maa makes these delightful delicacies for special pujas and festivals, and they are beloved of deities and devotees alike!

 

Offerings for Shivaratri Pujas

Maha Shivaratri is the most auspicious and exciting nights of the year for devotees of Lord Shiva! Learn about the prasad offerings made on this special evening, as well as the traditional method of offering abhishek throughout the night.
 

Hanuman Puja

Every Saturday evening, Hanumān Pūjā is performed at the Devi Mandir using Swamiji’s Hanumān Pūjā book.  The worship is conducted using red flowers, bananas, ladoos, maalpoa, and other sweets that are […]

Milk Sweets

Indian milk sweets make the perfect offering for Lord Vishnu, particularly in his form as Sri Krishna. Learn about these sugary confections, which devotees lovingly offer during puja at the Devi Mandir.