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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' ashram is undergoing a crucial seismic retrofit to ensure its safety and longevity.
Please visit: Hollywood Ashram Seismic Retrofit page for detailed information and updates on the project and how you can contribute financially.
Currently, the monks' ashram is undergoing a crucial seismic retrofit to ensure its safety and longevity.
Please visit: Hollywood Ashram Seismic Retrofit page for detailed information and updates on the project and how you can contribute financially.
Special Schedule For Convocation Week at Hollywood Temple and Grounds
Hollywood Temple and Grounds Open on Friday, June 20th
Hollywood Temple will be open to out-of-town guests arriving for Convocation on Friday, June 20, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
The grounds will temporarily close at 2:00 p.m. and reopen at 6:30 p.m. for the evening meditation with Kirtan.
The evening meditation will begin at 7:00 p.m. with a group practice of the SRF Energization Exercises on the Temple lawn, followed by meditation in the Temple till 10:00 p.m.
We look forward to welcoming you and sharing this sacred evening together.
The grounds will temporarily close at 2:00 p.m. and reopen at 6:30 p.m. for the evening meditation with Kirtan.
The evening meditation will begin at 7:00 p.m. with a group practice of the SRF Energization Exercises on the Temple lawn, followed by meditation in the Temple till 10:00 p.m.
We look forward to welcoming you and sharing this sacred evening together.
Hollywood Temple Convocation Set-up day on Saturday, June 21st
Begin your Convocation experience in a spirit of service by joining us for Hollywood Temple’s Convocation Setup Day!
We’ll start the day with meditation in the Temple at 9:00 a.m. followed by setup activities to help prepare the grounds for the week ahead. Setup will wrap up around 12:00 noon, after which volunteers are invited to enjoy a delicious lunch and time for fellowship.
All are welcome—come share in the joy of service and spiritual community as we prepare for this sacred week together.
We’ll start the day with meditation in the Temple at 9:00 a.m. followed by setup activities to help prepare the grounds for the week ahead. Setup will wrap up around 12:00 noon, after which volunteers are invited to enjoy a delicious lunch and time for fellowship.
All are welcome—come share in the joy of service and spiritual community as we prepare for this sacred week together.
Hollywood Temple Sunday Morning Meditation and Lecture Services on Sunday, June 22nd
To warmly welcome the many out-of-town guests arriving in Los Angeles for Convocation, Hollywood Temple will offer a special schedule of services on Sunday, June 22:
Please note: Hollywood Temple and its grounds will close at 1:00 p.m. following the second service and will remain closed for the rest of Convocation week. All regular Temple events and activities will resume on Sunday, June 29.
We look forward to sharing this special time with you!
- 8:00 a.m. – Morning Meditation
- 9:00 a.m. – First Lecture Service
- 11:00 a.m. – Second Lecture Service
Please note: Hollywood Temple and its grounds will close at 1:00 p.m. following the second service and will remain closed for the rest of Convocation week. All regular Temple events and activities will resume on Sunday, June 29.
We look forward to sharing this special time with you!
Hollywood Temple Events
Please visit: Upcoming Special Events Page for details.
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Hollywood Temple Calendar
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Regular 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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