The Society of Abidance in Truth (SAT Temple), located at 1834 Ocean St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, is a non-profit spiritual center dedicated to the teachings of Advaita Vedanta, primarily as revealed by the sage Sri Ramana Maharshi. Consecrated as a Siva temple, it emphasizes Non-dual Self-Knowledge and the spiritual practice of Self-Inquiry to achieve Self-Realization.

Key features

Satsang: These are central spiritual events featuring silent meditation, discourses on Self-Knowledge, and dialogues on spiritual topics. In 2026, Satsangs typically occur on Sundays from 10:00 AM – 12:15 PM.

Self-Knowledge Retreats: Immersive three-to-five-day programs focusing on intensive meditation and direct dialogue. A Nondual Self-Inquiry Retreat is scheduled for March 13–15, 2026.

Ramana Darshanam: Events deeply focused on the specific writings and dialogues of Sri Ramana Maharshi.

Atmotsava: Devotional events held on Wednesday evenings (7:30 PM) featuring singing, chanting, and learning to recite Sanskrit and Tamil kirtans.

Boundless Wisdom: Study events focused on the teachings of Ribhu (as in the Ribhu Gita) and Adi Sankara.

Meditation Events: Regular periods of silent meditation and dialogues about meditative experience.

The Temple: A serene sanctuary replete with exquisite altars for meditation and worship, reflecting the symbolism of Siva and the lineage of Advaita sages.

Publications: SAT translates and publishes books that reveal the core teachings of Self-Knowledge and Advaita Vedanta.

Spiritual Guidance: Guidance is provided by Nome, a sage who practiced self-inquiry for steady abidance in Self-Realization and emphasizes the inward-turned attention of aspirants.

Online Resources: The temple maintains an active Event Calendar for 2026 scheduling and registration.

Welcome: The temple extends a welcome to both newcomers and seasoned practitioners interested in Advaita Vedanta.

Atmosphere: Described as simple outwardly but spiritually magnificent inwardly, providing a "Sat" (Temple of Being) experience.