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Hollywood Temple is a branch of Self-Realization Fellowship, the international nonprofit fellowship founded by Paramahansa Yogananda in 1920 to disseminate the universal, ancient teaching of Kriya Yoga, as a modern tool for realizing God.
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Our Founder
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Paramahansa Yogananda, is recognized as one of the greatest emissaries to the West of India’s ancient wisdom. His life and teachings continue to be a source of light and inspiration to people of all races, cultures and creeds.
To learn about the teachings of Paramahansa Yogananda and the world-wide mission of his organization, please visit Yogananda.org. |
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Hollywood Ashram Seismic Retrofit Project
Throughout a rich and storied history in Self-Realization Fellowship, there have always been monastics living and serving at the Hollywood Temple. They have been carrying on the tradition that Paramahansaji started - helping all those who are drawn here to discover and practice his liberating teachings.
Currently the monks live in an ashram behind the temple. The four-unit building was constructed over 60 years ago and has not aged well. It is now in need of upgrading and life safety repairs.
Please visit: Hollywood Ashram Seismic Retrofit page for detailed information on the project and how you can contribute financially.
Currently the monks live in an ashram behind the temple. The four-unit building was constructed over 60 years ago and has not aged well. It is now in need of upgrading and life safety repairs.
Please visit: Hollywood Ashram Seismic Retrofit page for detailed information on the project and how you can contribute financially.
Hollywood Temple Upcoming Special Events
Friday Evening Meditation on December 13, 2024 will be cancelled due to the
All-Day Christmas Meditation the following day
All-Day Christmas Meditation the following day
All Day Christmas Meditation - Saturday, December 14th, 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
"To observe the birthday of Jesus with gifts and festivities shows some respect and attention to the ideals of his life. But to meditate and prepare your mind for the holy occasion of Christmas, that you may experience within yourself the birth of a new consciousness of universal brotherhood and love for all living creatures, is to really celebrate Christmas. Drive away from your mind all pride and prejudices, that you may fittingly hold the omnipresent Christ Consciousness in your love-expanded bosom." − Paramahansa Yogananda
A spiritual highlight of the year for members and friends of Self-Realization Fellowship is the tradition of devoting a whole day to meditation and communion with Christ during the Christmas season. This practice was started by Paramahansa Yogananda in 1931 and continues to this day in SRF temples and centers worldwide. Paramahansaji often predicted this practice would spread throughout the world as more and more people come to realize the true meaning of the celebration of the birth of Christ.
All are welcome to join us for our annual all day Christmas meditation to be held this year on Saturday, December 14th. The meditation will be held in both India Hall and the Temple. India Hall is for those who intend to stay for the entire day while the temple is open for those who can only attend for part of the day. The doors will open at 9:30 a.m. and the meditation begins at 10:00 a.m. There is a 30-minute break at 1:30 p.m. and the meditation will conclude at 6:00 p.m.
As is customary, you may bring a fruit and a monetary gift in an envelope as an offering. You may use meditation supports (armrests) in the patio area of the Temple, but not in the main area of the Temple or India Hall. We would also like to request that you not bring any food or water into either India hall or the Temple. You may wish to review our Group Meditation Guidelines. We hope you can join us for this blessed custom of setting aside one day each year solely to commune with God.
A spiritual highlight of the year for members and friends of Self-Realization Fellowship is the tradition of devoting a whole day to meditation and communion with Christ during the Christmas season. This practice was started by Paramahansa Yogananda in 1931 and continues to this day in SRF temples and centers worldwide. Paramahansaji often predicted this practice would spread throughout the world as more and more people come to realize the true meaning of the celebration of the birth of Christ.
All are welcome to join us for our annual all day Christmas meditation to be held this year on Saturday, December 14th. The meditation will be held in both India Hall and the Temple. India Hall is for those who intend to stay for the entire day while the temple is open for those who can only attend for part of the day. The doors will open at 9:30 a.m. and the meditation begins at 10:00 a.m. There is a 30-minute break at 1:30 p.m. and the meditation will conclude at 6:00 p.m.
As is customary, you may bring a fruit and a monetary gift in an envelope as an offering. You may use meditation supports (armrests) in the patio area of the Temple, but not in the main area of the Temple or India Hall. We would also like to request that you not bring any food or water into either India hall or the Temple. You may wish to review our Group Meditation Guidelines. We hope you can join us for this blessed custom of setting aside one day each year solely to commune with God.
Christmas Morning Meditation - Wednesday, December 25th, 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
We invite you to join our traditional Christmas Morning Meditation from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. in the Temple. After the Christmas morning meditation Hollywood Temple and grounds will be closed for the rest of the day.
The Temple and grounds will reopen on Friday, December 27th at 7:00 p.m. for group Energization Exercises, followed by the Friday 3-hour Meditation Service.
We wish you a most Joyous Christmas.
The Temple and grounds will reopen on Friday, December 27th at 7:00 p.m. for group Energization Exercises, followed by the Friday 3-hour Meditation Service.
We wish you a most Joyous Christmas.
New Year's Eve Meditation - Tuesday, December 31st, 11:30 p.m. - 12:15 a.m.
Our annual New Year’s Eve Meditation will be held on Tuesday, December 31st from 11:30 p.m. to 12:15 a.m. in the Temple.
The grounds will open at 11:00 p.m. and close immediately after the meditation.
The grounds will open at 11:00 p.m. and close immediately after the meditation.
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Service Schedule at Hollywood Temple
Hollywood Temple Sunday Morning Service Lecture begins at 11 a.m. Hollywood Temple Group Meditations Friday Evening Three-Hour Meditations The three-hour meditations are held every Friday. Beginning with practice of the SRF Energization Exercises at 7 p.m. Followed by meditation at 7:20 p.m. with periods of chanting at the top of each hour. The meditation ends at 10 p.m. Sunday Morning Meditations The Sunday mornings meditations begin at 10:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Meditations Our Sunday evening meditations will be held from 7:00 - 9:00 pm. Energization exercises begin at 7:00 p.m. Followed by meditation at 7:20 p.m. with periods of chanting at the top of each hour. The meditation ends at 9 p.m. |
Hollywood Temple Bookroom Open on Sundays
We are very happy to announce that the Hollywood Temple Bookroom has reopened on Sundays. The Bookroom, located in Upper India Hall, is open on Sundays from 12:00 - 12:45 p.m., right after the Sunday Service.
For more information please go to our Bookroom page
We are very happy to announce that the Hollywood Temple Bookroom has reopened on Sundays. The Bookroom, located in Upper India Hall, is open on Sundays from 12:00 - 12:45 p.m., right after the Sunday Service.
For more information please go to our Bookroom page
Hollywood Temple Sunday School
Our Sunday School and Teen Program are open every Sunday, running concurrently with the main service from 11:00 a.m. to noon. We have classes for children from the age of 3 to 18.
The classes include a short period of meditation along with instruction in Paramahansa Yogananda’s How to Live principles. If you would like more information, please go to the Sunday School page. |
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Hollywood Temple Service Group Meetings
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The Hollywood Temple Service Group meetings are held on the 4th Wednesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. in India Hall. Please be prepared to show your kriyaban card at the door. All kriyabans who wish to serve, or already serve, at Hollywood Temple, are invited to attend the meeting. The meetings will include a monastic led meditation and talk, and also an opportunity to come together in fellowship with friends old and new. Please go to our Hollywood Temple Service Group page for more details. |
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Resources on the Website of Self-Realization Fellowship
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Following is a brief summary of some of the resources available on Self-Realization Fellowship's website.
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Messages from the President of Self-Realization Fellowship
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Visit the Online Meditation Center.
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Attend Weekly Online Services.
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Visit the Free SRF Video/Audio Library.
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Absorb Paramahansa Yogananda's wisdom through
books, ebooks and Audio/Video Material. |
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The Member Portal
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Access the SRF Lessons plus
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Donate to SRF Hollywood Temple
Many of you have asked how you can support the Hollywood Temple and Ashram. Please click below to learn how you can help cover our on-going expenses, maintenance and necessary projects.
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