Santa Barbara Temple
Quietly nestled against a scenic mountain range, the Vedanta center in Santa Barbara overlooks the Pacific ocean. A convent of five nuns oversees the maintenance of the 45-acre property, manages the bookstore and facilitates public activities at the temple. Activities include daily worship, meditation and vesper services, Sunday spiritual talks, scripture classes, and pujas (special worship services). The Society celebrates Durga Puja every year in the Santa Barbara temple. The activities of the temple will be shared digitally until further notice. Please check our upcoming events page for further information.
Dedicated in 1956, the temple has received several awards for its design, and is a special point of interest for architects from around the world. The bookstore is open on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 11 am–5 pm, and Sunday from 10:30 am – 12:30 pm. Due to Covid-19, we require masks inside the temple during classes and lectures.
REACHING US:
You can reach the bookstore following these directions:
From the 101: Take the Sheffield, San Ysidro or Olivemill exits to reach the temple and the bookstore at the Vedanta Temple. You may want to check the best route before your visit.
Contact Information
- 927 Ladera Lane
Santa Barbara, CA 93108
Hours:
M – SUN 6:30 am – 7:00 pm.
Sunday Talks are at 11:00 am, readings are at 5:00 pm Wednesday and Saturday. Vespers Service is at 6:00 pm daily.
We look forward to seeing you again. We will continue streaming classes and talks on Zoom and YouTube.
Bookstore:
TH – SAT 11:00 am – 5:00 pm
SUN 10:30 am – 12:30 pm
925 Ladera Lane
Santa Barbara, CA 93108
Phone: (805) 969-5697
Email: sbbooks@vedanta.org or gifts@vedanta.org
The Bookstore at the Vedanta Temple is located next to the temple. It is well-stocked with religious classics and hard-to-find books on the major religions of the world. The store also carries incense, religious statues, music, and imported gifts.
Visit the Bookstore website at www.vedantabookstore.com
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Talks given in Santa Barbara






Facebook Posts
6 days ago
"Holy Mother in the Eyes of Swami Vivekananda (Part 3)," with Swami Sumanasananda.
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This Weekend, join us for the Gospel reading on Saturday, at 5:00 pm in the temple, or on Sunday for the spiritual talk. Swami Sumanasananda, our assistant minister, will be speaking on "Holy Mother i...Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linked In Share by Email
2 weeks ago
Karma Yoga and "Pray Without Ceasing" with Swami Medhananda
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This weekend we will have another Karma Yoga Day! We have different jobs based on everyone's abilities. Please join us in the convent around 9:30 am and if you work with us in the morning, you are wel...Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linked In Share by Email
3 weeks ago
"Have Thou No Home" With Swami Mahayogananda
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This weekend, Swami Mahayogananda will be here to give the spiritual talk on Sunday, at 11:00 am in the temple. Please join us if you can!Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linked In Share by Email
4 weeks ago
For the Love of God with Pravrajika Krishnaprana
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This weekend, we will continue reading from The Gospel of Sri Ramakrishna. On Sunday, Pravrajika Krishnaprana will give the spiritual talk "For the Love of God," at 11:00 am in the temple.Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linked In Share by Email
1 month ago
"What is Diving Love?" with Swami Arupeshananda
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We will continue reading from the Gospel of Sri Ramakrishna at 5:00 pm on Saturday evening. On Sunday, at 11:00 am, Swami Arupeshananda will give the spiritual talk "What is Divine Love," in the templ...Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linked In Share by Email