Santa Barbara Temple
Quietly nestled against a scenic mountain range, the Vedanta center in Santa Barbara overlooks the Pacific ocean. A convent of 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.
REACHING US:
You can reach the bookstore following these directions:
From the 101: Take the Sheffield 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. Worship is at 6:30 am and Vespers Service is at 6:00 pm daily.
We are 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
1 week ago
"Kali The Mother" with Swami Sarvadevananda.
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This Saturday, Swami Sarvadevananda will continue class on the Bhagavad Gita, at 5:00 pm, in the temple. On Sunday, Swami Sarvadevananda will give the talk "Kali the Mother," at 11:00 am, in the templ...Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linked In Share by Email
2 weeks ago
"Thy Beauty Sparkles In Dense Darkness" by Swami Sumanasananda.
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This Sunday, our Assistant Minister, Swami Sumanasananda will give the talk "Thy Beauty Sparkles In Dense Darkness," starting at 11:00 a. We hope to see you here!Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linked In Share by Email
3 weeks ago
"Who Is My Mother?" with Pravrajika Krishnaprana.
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This Sunday, Pravrajika Krishnaprana will give the talk "Who Is My Mother?" at 11:00 am, in the temple. You are welcome to bring your children ages 4 and up for Sunday School during the talk.Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linked In Share by Email
1 month ago
"Bestow the Final Emancipation!" with Swami Sumanasananda.
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This Sunday, our Assistant Minister, Swami Sumanasananda will give the spiritual talk "Bestow the Final Emancipation," at 11:00 am in the temple.Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linked In Share by Email
1 month ago
Durga Puja and "Worship God as Mother," with Swami Sarvadevananda.
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Please join us in worshiping the Divine Mother Durga on Saturday, October 21, at 11:00 am. There will be a puja, conducted by Swami Sarvadevananda, a flower offering, and prasad lunch. Everyone is wel...Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linked In Share by Email