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NORTHERN CALIFORNIA
(1836 - 1886)
Rather see your own faults. Learn to make the whole world your own.
No one is a stranger, my child; the whole world is your own."
(1853-1920)
(1863 - 1902)
in the West, Built in 1905
Vedanta is the oldest of the major living religions of the world. It affirms that all religions lead to the same Truth — “Truth is one; sages call it by various names” (Rig Veda). Vedanta teaches that the essence of all beings and all things is Spirit, infinite and eternal, unchanging and indivisible. It emphasizes that a person’s true nature is this divine Spirit, identical with the inmost being and reality of the universe and that the goal is to actualize this truth in one’s life.
Our Temple is Open
- The New Temple is open for meditation every day from 8 a.m. until 7 p.m., except on Tuesdays, when the temple is closed.
- Please contact the Vedanta Society office at 415-922-2323 for additional details concerning all of our services.
Upcoming Special Celebrations
SHIVARATRI
Wednesday · February 26 · 7:30 p.m.
New Temple Auditorium
On Wednesday, February 26, we will celebrate Shivaratri, the night dedicated to Lord Shiva, with a worship at 7:30 p.m. at the New Temple. After refreshments there will be chanting, reading, and meditation in the auditorium from 9 till 10:30 p.m.
Sri Ramakrishna’s Birthday Celebration
Saturday · March 1st, 2025 at 10 a.m.
New Temple Auditorium
125th Anniversary Celebration of the Vedanta Society of Northern California
As we celebrate the 125th anniversary of the Vedanta Society of Northern California, we invite you to join us for a year-long series of special events from April 2025 through April 2026. These events mark an important milestone in our history, and we would be honored to have you with us as we reflect on our journey and continue our spiritual mission.
Upcoming Anniversary Events:
- Monday, April 14, 2025: 125th Anniversary Worship at the New Temple
- Saturday, April 26, 2025: Shanti Ashrama Pilgrimage
- Sunday–Monday, May 25–26, 2025: Memorial Day Special Programs
- Sunday, August 31, 2025: Special Program in the South Bay
We hope you will be able to attend and be a part of these special moments in our history.
If you are interested in contributing to these events or becoming a part of our team, please don’t hesitate to contact us at: [email protected].
We look forward to celebrating with you!
Weekly Regular Events
Wednesday Vespers Service
On Wednesdays at 7:30 PM, there is a vespers service that consists of the singing of five traditional hymns and followed by a short meditation.
Time: 7:30 pm to 8:15 pm
Location: 2323 Vallejo St., San Francisco, CA 94123, USA
Sunday Lectures
Every Sunday morning at 11 AM, except during the summer and winter recesses, a lecture is held in the New Temple auditorium. The lecture will be given live in the New Temple, 2323 Vallejo and live-streamed on
Links: YouTube, Facebook and L
Vivekachudamani Class
The Vivekachudamani Class Series were currently suspended, and it will resume on March 7th, 2025 at 7:30 PM.
The Foundational Texts of Indian Philosophy
The Foundational Texts of Indian Philosophy Classes were currently suspended, and it will resume on March 9th, 2025 at 6 PM.
REGULAR EVENTS
The Yoga Sutras give a comprehensive guide to the mind and how to befriend the mind. Swami Tattwamayananda emphasizes the importance of Yamas and Niyamas
May 1, 2020 Watch
Bhagavad Gita Chapter 2 Verses 49-54. The lecture was given by Swami Tattwamayananda on May 17, 2019. - Why does the mind refuse to cooperate?
January 3, 2016 WatchQUOTES
Holy Mother
Sri Ramakrishna
Swami Vivekananda
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Bookshop
Bookshop at the Vedanta Society of Northern California
We carry a selection of the best in all the major religious traditions and contemporary spirituality; translations of Sanskrit religious classics; and many children’s books that are both attractive and meaningful.
A partial listing is given here for online ordering and many more are available in the bookshop itself. Inquiries are welcome.
Explore the Monastic Life
“For One’s own enlightenment and for the good of the world.”
– atmanamokshartham jagad hitaya ca
The Motto of the Ramakrishna Order (a traditional monastic order founded by Sri Ramakrishna in 1896; Organized by Swami Vivekananda in 1897).
In pursuit of this ideal, monastic life includes a variety of spiritual practices, such as meditation, worship, and scriptural study, as well as routine tasks of maintenance and service. For those interested and qualified, the monastic path may be meaningful and fulfilling. A monastery and convent are maintained by the Society, giving an opportunity to qualified young men and women to devote themselves exclusively to spiritual life.
Please write to the Minister-in-charge at [email protected] to inquire.