Sree Vijaya Durga Temple

Sree Vijaya Durga Temple: A spiritual sanctuary in Burlington, MA
Known also as Siddha Lalitha Peetham and Sree Vijaya Kali Ashram, the Sree Vijaya Durga Temple is a Hindu temple and spiritual center committed to promoting Vedic traditions and mantra sadhana (spiritual practice). The temple offers a peaceful environment for devotees to deepen their spiritual journey under the guidance of ancient traditions.

Key features

Siddha spiritual tradition: The temple is founded on the Siddha lineage of the Himalayas, providing a spiritual path for devotees seeking guidance and knowledge. This tradition, blessed by His Holiness Sri Siddheswaraananda Bharathi Swamiji, follows the teachings of Adi Shankaracharya.

Worship of the Divine Mother: A central focus of the temple is the worship of the Divine Mother through her forms, including Sree Vijaya Durga and Sree Vijaya Kali. Worshipping these goddesses is believed to bring protection, spiritual growth, and the conquest of obstacles.

Diverse deities: In addition to the main deities, the temple also houses other revered deities, such as Siddha Ganpati, Siva Parvati, and the Navagrahas.

Regular pujas and festivals: The temple holds a variety of pujas and hosts major festivals throughout the year, such as the ten-day Navaratri festival. These events allow devotees to participate in a rich calendar of spiritual observances.

Emphasis on mantra sadhana: A core component of the temple's mission is to guide devotees in the practice of mantra sadhana. Spiritual aspirants are given mantras to perform japa (repetition of a divine name) to achieve spiritual progression.

Strong community focus: The Peetham is a non-profit organization that provides a space for community worship, cultural events, and spiritual upliftment for the greater Boston area.