Author Archives: Dandavats

By Subhag Swami Krishna can see everything inside our heart. Even though we may be listening Hari Katha, it is plainly obvious to Krishna whether we do so out of eagerness or an obligation. So we should ask ourselves, “Are we relishing Krishna Consciou…

By Gauranga Das “Absorption in Krsna” and “Dependence on Krsna” are the two main aspects of spiritual life demonstrated by Lord Sri Krsna in Sri Vrndavana. A materialist is generally absorbed in one’s own self and has quite a lot of faith and pride i…

As someone who has devoted 35 years of my life to sharing these practices with the people of Australia for betterment of health and well being, and for the upliftment of conscious awareness, I am extremely disappointed that you chose to make such state…

I was surprised to learn that Krishna consciousness had been steadily building up in Korea.Read More…(This post has been viewed 361 times so far)

Bhakti Learning is an educational initiative directed by Prana dasa, an experienced ISKCON educator of more than 30 years. Read More…(This post has been viewed 301 times so far)

The month of March is made even more auspicious because this year’s Gaura Purnima – the Appearance Day of Lord Caitanya – falls on the 9th of March. Lord Caitanya Mahaprabhu appeared on earth with the purpose of making everybody chant the Holy Name of …

We have agreed to continue our dialogue and will meet again in a few months. We do so realizing that the more we listen and try to understand the issues that separate us, the better chance we have to find common ground. Read More…(This post has been …

By Vijaya das The Mayapur temple won last year, for the year 2019, but look out Mayapur! It looks like New Delhi is taking 2020 real seriously by getting a big head start. It did 145,921 book points in January. In second place this January was a templ…

More and more people in the world celebrate Gaura Purnima as the most important holiday of the year.
Gaura Purnima is a happy time when Lord Caitanya, the golden avatar, appeared on earth five hundred years ago. He is also called the most gracious ava…

By Louise Guthrie Our retreat-hosting cancer charity, Smiling Soul, recently evolved from an initiative originally set up by Janakinath dasa (JD), a resident monk for over a decade at Bhaktivedanta Manor. JD cannot, unfortunately be with us today. Th…

By Praghosa dasa The most extraordinary story ever told, who actually is Srila Prabhupada? His message & mission is the most crucial & critical message for humankind in the history of the world, Srila Prabhupada seemed to know that he would …

How to Honor Prasad When a devotee distributes prasada, remnants of food offered to the Supreme Personality of Godhead, in order to maintain our spirit of devotional service we must accept this prasada as the Lord’s grace received through the pure devo…

It is by knowledge of the Absolute Truth that people can become free of their suffering. There are so many universities, so many libraries, so many books, so many web sites—so much information available today. But where is the knowledge by which a pers…

By Hrdaya Caitanya dasa This is not an official ISKCON presentation. I became concerned when I saw many devotees, especially in the west, becoming vegan, without looking for alternative solutions, such as developing farms with protected cows. These …

There are many ways to try to find it, but only one will give us the full enjoyment and complete freedom we’re looking forRead More…

The highland city of Bandung is only a short 2.5 hours’ drive southeast of Jakarta via toll road, and is the overwhelming destination of choice for Jakarta residents to get away for weekends and long holidays. Lately it has also become a favorite holid…

By Badrinarayan Swami Carrying out Srila Prabhupada’s instruction regarding the role of the GBC in ISKCON as the ultimate managing authority and helping future generations in their understanding of the same is the inspiration for this paper Read More….

A gorgeous film honoring so well the depth and commitment of the devotional journey and the humility of George HarrisonRead More…(This post has been viewed 331 times so far)

The Winter Semester at Mayapur Institute concluded with a closing ceremony on February 21, where more than 150 students from over 40 countries were awarded certificates for Bhakti Sastri and Bhakti Vaibhav degrees. Eminent ISKCON leaders HH Jayapataka …

It was a great honor for ISKCON Gurugram to be the first host for an International Cultural Exchange trip of about 50 Russian students and six teachers. The event was organized by St. Xavier’s School, Gurugram. Read More…(This post has been viewed 32…

15.180 magazines distributed in 2019. 80-100 VOLUNTEERS Pack the Back To Godhead magazine for postage. Volunteers share their appreciations:“Yesterday my wife and I went to the temple to help with the packing of Back to Godhead magazines. Af…

By Purushottam Nitai DasSrila Prabhupada explains, “The living being can never possess attributes like Shiva, Vishnu or Lord Krishna. A living being can become godly by developing the seventy-eight-percent transcendental attributes in fullness, but he …

Hariharan Iyer: The great sage Maitreya continued: Out of his causeless mercy, the exalted personality Lord Śiva, a great devotee of Lord Nārāyaṇa, continued to speak to the King’s sons, who were standing with folded handsRead More…

By Mayapur Sasi dasa For the pleasure of Srila Prabhupada this report contains the following North American results of book distribution for the month of January 2020. North American Totals, Monthly Temples, Monthly Weekend Warriors. Monthly Top 100 In…

By Vaisesika Das Let Me go and search for the calves,” Krsna said. “Don’t disturb your enjoyment.” Then, carrying His yogurt and rice in His hand, the Supreme Personality of Godhead, Krsna, immediately went out to search for the calves of His friends. …

By Suta Goswami Das Traveling with Radheshyam Prabhu and distributing books is nothing short of an adventure. As per the English dictionary, the definition of an adventure is “an exciting or daring experience”. An experience is exciting when you don’t…

By Aradhikā Radha Dasi “Kirtan is 2020 Vision for Cambodia“ was organized to bring people’s attention to the local programs so that they can become involved in devotional service to the Lord. The beautiful festival is an initiative of Srila Prabhupada’…

By TOVP staff On February 13, 2020, the observance of the 146th Appearance Day of His Divine Grace Astottarasata Sri Srimad Bhaktisiddhanta Saraswati Prabhupada, the entire completed Pujari Floor of the TOVP was opened in great pomp and grandeur. In pr…

“The King said: O you, who are in the form of a bull! You know the truth of religion, and you are speaking according to the principle that the destination intended for the perpetrator of irreligious acts is also intended for one who identifies the perp…

Photos from Nityananda Trayodasi 2020 at ISKCON-LondonRead More…(This post has been viewed 321 times so far)

By Paramadayala Nityananda Dasa Because of your outstanding, selfless, activism, at a young age you have been awarded the Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Children Award, a World Children Peace Prize, and an Indian Peace Prize. You have the potential to do unfathom…

The Narada Bulletin is a monthly newsletter that comes from SSKBK with updates on various activities and news from the Land of Sri Sri Krishna Balaram, Sri Sri Radha Madhava and Sri Sri Gaura Nitai. Read More…(This post has been viewed 326 times so f…

By Gauranga Darshan DasSrimad Bhagavatam is a literary masterpiece like no other. It is rich with sacred wisdom and is presented as an amalgamation of intriguing spiritual conversations. Thus, Srimad Bhagavatam reigns supreme in genres of spirituality,…

No more bumpy & risky roads & pollution, enjoy the relaxing cruise, passing through villages & countryside beautiful scenery around, fresh air and a sattvik mood on the whole with kirtan and devotional videos on. It is a unique experienc…

By Rama-mohana Dasa With traditional architecture- pillars and stone carvings, ISKCON Salem’s granite temple promises its name in history for centuries! For the past several years devotees have been working on the temple’s construction, which is comin…

By Caitanya Chandra dasaThe Vedic literature explains that what is one year for us, is just one day for the demigods in swargaloka. It’s not that they just have longer days: they really perceive the time differently. Similarly, what is 4.3 billion year…

Hear the glories of this sacred song of the Supreme Lord and His Beloved Friend Arjuna. Watch His Holiness Bhakti Charu Swami unveiling the treasure of Bhagavad Gita.Read More…(This post has been viewed 320 times so far)

One devotee, Gaura Priya dasi and her son were there. Gaura Priya was injured but will be ok, her son is also ok.
Sad to say that another devotee, Punyatama Prabhu was in the building and he did not survive. We are so sad to hear this news. Please pra…

Meditating on the humility of Srila Prabhupada, we can hope to develop humility and increase our appreciation and love for Srila Prabhupada.Read More…