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Inclusivity
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One of the greatest teachers of the past that continues to inform the teachings and spiritual practices of ISKCON today, Srila Bhaktivinode Thakur, envisioned inclusivity not alienation based on bodily identification.Read More…(This post has been vie…

The amazing energies of the Lord and their expansions (video)
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In the material world, the living entity must accept different types of bodies. But the living entities who are promoted to the spiritual world do not return to the prison-house of a material body.Read More…(This post has been viewed 467 times so fa…

The tortoise incarnation (video)
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The primeval Lord then assumed the tortoise incarnation in order to serve as a resting place [pivot] for the Mandara Mountain, which was acting as a churning rod. The demigods and demons were churning the Ocean of Milk with the Mandara Mountain in orde…

End of life care and bhakti wisdom (video)
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HH Giriraj Swami was born Glenn Phillip Teton, the only son of a respected Chicago lawyer who was later appointed judge. In March of 1969, while studying at Brandeis University in Boston, he met His Divine Grace A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, th…

Govardhan – Dan Nivartan Kund (12 min. video)
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Just after our Bhaktivedanta Ashram at Govardhan is the enchanting Dan Nivartan Kunda where the gopis got even with Krishna for taxing them. Relish this humorous pastime narrated on location by HG Deena Bandhu das.Read More…(This post has been viewed…

How the River Yamuna gave way to Vasudeva (video)
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Because of constant rain sent by the demigod Indra, the River Yamunā was filled with deep water, foaming about with fiercely whirling waves. But as the great Indian Ocean had formerly given way to Lord Rāmacandra by allowing Him to construct a bridge, …

The aesthetic sense of the Lord (video)
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The aesthetic sense of the Lord is manifested in the artistic, colorful creation of varieties of birds like the peacock, parrot and cuckoo. The celestial species of human beings, like the Gandharvas and Vidyādharas, can sing wonderfully and can entice …

Profit, Adoration, Distinction (video)
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O unlimited Supreme Personality of Godhead, whatever a living entity does in this material world is well known to You because You are the Supersoul. In the presence of the sun there is nothing to be revealed by the light of a glowworm. Similarly, becau…

Sankirtan Stories with Mangal-arti Dasi (video)
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Mangal-arti Dasi is well known for her dedication to sankirtan and the care she takes in following through with people she connects to. We will hear inspiring stories from her years of going out as well as some key principles on taking care of the peop…

Message from the Prime minister of India Shri Narendra Modi for ISKCON Juhu
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Message from the Honorable Prime minister of India Shri Narendra Modi ji for the Celebration of 43rd anniversary of Sri Sri Radha Rasbihariji Temple, Hare Krishna Land, ISKCON Juhu Mumbai.Read More…(This post has been viewed 331 times so far)

Temple of the Vedic Planetarium Cosmic Chandelier (6 min. video)
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The Temple of the Vedic Planetarium, currently under construction in Mayapur, West Bengal, India by the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON), will be the world’s first Vedic Temple/Planetarium combination and the largest modern temp…

Live to Give 2020 – We did it! (4 min. video)
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As we wrap up Live to Give 2020 here is a quick look back at the incredible campaign we have journeyed on together as One World Team!Read More…(This post has been viewed 333 times so far)

Actual Perfection of the Living Being (video)
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Actual Perfection of the Living Being (video)
Srimad Bhagavatam class by HH Bhakti Caitanya Swami at ISKCON DurbanRead More…(This post has been viewed 435 times so far)

The nectar of Book Distribution from the stalwarts (video)
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GBC Strategic Planning Team (SPT) brings to you the nectar of Book Distribution from the stalwarts who are fearlessly distributing something special to the world. This week we invite you to hear from Drumila DasRead More…

The final week of the Live to give Campaign (video)
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Jump in for an exciting Super Sunday with HH Hanumatpresaka Swami, HG Chaitanya Candra Caran Prabhu and HG Vaisesika Prabhu as we look to finish off with a bang!Read More…(This post has been viewed 334 times so far)

A Krishna Conscious Approach to Changing Habits (video)
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Are you wondering how to get 2021 started on the right spiritual foot with healthy habits? There are many guides and step-by-step processes to changing an unhealthy or unwelcoming habit. Breaking or evolving a habit is a process and no one can transfor…

The Mayapur Vasis in Zee Bangla TV (2 min. video)
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In 2016 the Mayapur Vasis group was invited to be part of the SA RE GA MA PA music show. The program aired at least 10 times getting near 30 million views!!! Last 7th Dec we went to the TV studio for rehearsal and this video is the recording of the pro…

Information Bulletin: Some challenges facing ISKCON Educators (video)
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A seasoned educator, Bimla Prasad Prabhu, posed his concerns regarding ISKCON Education and Examinations system, to the ISKCON Ministry of Education, Executive Director. What followed was a candid assessment of what we have and the way forward. We hope…

Glorification of H.G. Vibhu Chaitanya Prabhu (video)
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December 26, the disappearance anniversary of the hidden jewel of Sri Sri Krishna Balaram Mandir, Vibhu Chaitanya Prabhu. He alone cooked for 17 years all the offerings to the Deities. He arrived at the kitchen at 2:30am and left at 1 pm and then again…