ABOUT THE TEMPLE

FOUNDER
“Maha Guru”, “Sadhanaratna”
SivaSri. Kanaswami Thiagarajahkurukkal

CORE VALUES

Sridurka Hindu Temple embraces these core values:

Spiritual awareness
Religious path toward peace
Identity consciousness
Dedication to excellence
Unity of all beings amid diversity
Respect for fellow humans
Knowledge of Hindu cultural traditions
Attainment of God-realization

These values guide every decision we make, providing direction for our operations, planning, and future vision.

SOCIAL VALUES
Sridurka Hindu Temple recognizes our social responsibility. Our agenda includes:

* Cultivating qualities of good conduct, compassion, and empathy toward those in need
* Promoting healthy living, arts, language, and cultural preservation
* Contributing to economic development, career guidance, and cooperative initiatives
* Developing volunteer programs to serve our local and broader Canadian community

MISSION

The mission of the Temple :

Sridurka Hindu Temple serves as an international community honoring ancient heritage, faithful to our scriptures, and empowered by hope. We dedicate ourselves courageously to the pursuit of bhakti (devotion) and prema (love), fostering peace and harmony in all lives.

Our commitment to establishing a revered Temple that embodies the spiritual qualities prescribed in Hindu Scriptures provides a foundation for Hindu spiritual life in North America.

The sacred mantras and healing vibrations of Vedic sounds within our Temple awaken spiritual consciousness and inspire dedicated involvement among devotees.

The sacred fragrances emanating from our traditional Yagas, Homas (Havans), and rituals serve as purifying agents that address both physical ailments and mental distress.

Our cultural programs and workshops nurture positive values in youth, providing them with spiritual guidance and ethical foundations.

Through educational programs and lectures for multicultural visitors studying world religions, we cultivate mutual understanding and respect among diverse traditions.

Guided by unwavering commitment to our values, we foster meaningful relationships with our congregation, working together to fulfill their spiritual aspirations.

VISION

Sridurka Hindu Temple envisions:

Creating a sacred space built according to Hindu Scriptures where anyone may come to know, love, meditate upon, and worship the divine Mother Sri Durga, embracing our religious traditions wholeheartedly

Cultivating a vibrant and culturally relevant Hindu community that utilizes appropriate religious practices to preserve our traditions, customs, and spiritual heritage

Honoring the wisdom of sages and Hindu saints throughout the centuries, with rituals reflecting the practices of historic Hindu Temples in India, strictly observing Vedic and Agamic elements to enrich our worship

Performing authentic Rituals, Havans, Yagas, and recitation of mantras as prescribed in our scriptures

Disseminating the teachings of Hinduism through Puja, Prasangam (discourses), and Bhajan, ensuring today's youth are well-equipped to carry Hinduism forward into the future