Temple of Peace / Kriya Yoga Institute

A nonprofit organization

We promote personal inner transformation through meditation to create more inner peace and love, and believe that this will lead to the increase of peace and love in the world.

We promote the concept of service to all humanity through any means possible.

Testimonials

"As part of Kriya Yoga International, an international spiritual movement dedicated to service, cooperation, compassion, and the creation of a spiritual environment, the Temple of Peace provides a serene setting where anyone can participate in its activities, centered, not just on meditation and spiritual growth, but also its charitable, educational. And health-related activities. It welcomes people of all religions and all disciplines to practice Kriya Yoga, an ancient, scientific, meditation technique, and to progress on their own spiritual path.
We are deeply impressed with Kriya Yoga International's creating such a peaceful center and welcoming everyone in this beautiful place."
Respectfully,
Professor Ved Nanda, University of Denver Sturm College of Law
Katharine K. Nanda, Attorney, Denver

"My name is C. P. Mishra I have been practising Kriya yoga and meditation last 7 years. When my wife passed away I was lost depressed did not know what to do. My friend introduced me to Kriya yoga since then I am religiously doing it. It helped me a lot to normalise my life The Monks at Kriya yoga Aashram were very helpful to guide me helped me I participated in Sunday Religious Discourses which is an eye opener and helped me to understand life all about. I support the Aashram and it is a great place to learn and practice yoga."
Respect fully
C. P. Mishra.

"The Temple of Peace has helped me become more peaceful, more loving, and be happier in life in general. The lineage and teachers help to cultivate strength, resilience, and endurance, which is especially important in these challenging times. I see the positive change in myself as I practice Kriya yoga meditation in both subtle and profound ways. I can also see positive changes in family and friends that I interact with, even though they don't have the same practice. Kriya yoga is an internal practice that also promotes healing of the external world, and helps us to realize that these are different aspects of the same thing. There is simply no better use of time, since it positively affects every aspect of life, and the lives of those around us. I would encourage anyone of any faith to visit the ashram and speak with the residents and practitioners. By just stepping into the Temple of Peace, you will feel how it lives up to its name."
Chris Faison
Lafayette, CO

"Before I found Kriya Yoga Temple of Peace in Lakewood, I was searching for an inclusive place where I could find friendship as well as growth; both in my faith and on a personal level. I have been a part of many churches, yoga studios and other close-knit groups, but I never found the authentic connection I was looking for.

When I found the Temple of Peace, I immediately knew it was the place that would take me on the journey of meditation and wisdom I had been seeking. I was welcomed with joyous and loving hearts during my initiation and have felt at home ever since. The Temple of Peace is extremely inclusive and welcomes people from all walks of life. I have learned an immense amount about all religions and cultures since I have been a part of the Temple. The Temple is also the place I choose to spend my time giving back, whether it is cooking for the community or helping with projects.

Temple of Peace has helped me find my truths while being surrounded by people who love and support me without judgement. The most important thing I have learned from Kriya is that in all situations, LOVE is the answer. I genuinely hope that every person on this planet is able to find a place like I have that serves as their sanctuary while spreading the message of love and peace around the world. It is with my highest recommendation that Kriya Yoga Temple of Peace is approved to be included in Colorado Gives. Any generosity that is given to the Temple is always returned back in the form of love to our community. Thank you for your consideration and please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions."
Humbly,
Savannah Bustos

"The Temple of Peace is a sanctuary of love and community. I knew the authenticity of the welcome I received from the resident monks and other community members as soon as I attended my first talk. To find such an oasis here, in Denver, where I can meditate daily…it truly is a gift and I am eternally grateful."
- Jami Alley

"The Temple of Peace is my oasis. Their doors are open every day and I can go and meditate in the quiet comfort of their sanctuary...

Mission

The Temple of Peace welcomes spiritual seekers from all religious (and non-religious) backgrounds. Our goal is to create a spiritual environment of love, compassion, cooperation, and service for sincere spiritual seekers and all of creation. We are dedicated to the service of humanity through spiritual, charitable, health, and educational activities. We promote integrated growth-spiritual, physical, psychological, emotional, and intellectual-through yoga, meditation, prayer, study, and service.

Background Statement

The Temple of Peace is part of the Kriya Yoga International Organizations (KYIO) under the lineage of Paramahamsa Hariharananda and Paramahamsa Prajnanananda. We are located in Lakewood, Colorado and serve the greater Rocky Mountain Region.

We disseminate the teachings of Kriya Yoga as taught by the unbroken lineage of Kriya Yoga masters, starting from Mahavatar Babaji Maharaj through to Paramahamsa Hariharananda and his spiritual successor Paramahamsa Prajnanananda. The goal is to help spiritual seekers learn the technique of Kriya Yoga and to further their spiritual growth. Kriya Yoga initiation programs and retreats are offered worldwide, as are a body of teachings in printed matter and other media. We provide an environment that encourages spiritual development, meditation, and learning how to implement Kriya Yoga in daily life. The sacred spiritual teachings of Kriya Yoga are taught to sincere seekers proceeding on the path of Self-realization and God consciousness, irrespective of race, nationality, gender, and religion.

Kriya Yoga is a meditation technique to help spiritual seekers attain Self-realization, which means to be in constant communion with God. Through this technique, the seeker or student can perceive the presence of God within, as well as in all of creation. To attain this state requires regular and sincere Kriya meditation and living a life of love and service.

Organization Data

Summary

Organization name

Temple of Peace / Kriya Yoga Institute

other names

Temple of Peace

Year Established

2014

Tax id (EIN)

52-1074796

Category

Religion-Related

Organization Size

Small Organization

Address

5925 W 1st Avenue
Lakewood, CO 80226

Headquarters

24757 SW 167th Ave,
Lakewood, CO 80226

Service areas

Jefferson County, CO, US

Phone

303-923-8895

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