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Are We Ready to Take Over the World Yet?
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By Sesa Das ACBSP Are We Ready to Take Over the World Yet? Reflections on Bhagavad Gita, As it is Chapter 1, Text 19 “Translation The blowing of these different conch shells became uproarious. Vibrating both in the sky and on the earth, it shattered th…

WSN June 2024 – World Sankirtan Newsletter
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By Vijaya Das In the month of June, among the Large Temples, Moscow had the highest increase at 220% for 6,029 book points. To avoid being drafted into the army, many sankirtan devotees have left Russia, but some heroes have stayed, to fight the great…

Kartik Navadvipa Mandal Parikrama 2024!!
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It is our great pleasure to announce ISKCON MAYAPUR’s 12th annual six-day Kartik Navadwip Mandal Parikrama during the most auspicious month of Kartik (organized by the Mayapur Chandra’s). The Parikrama dates are 9th, 10th, 11th, 13th, 14th …

A personal tribute to HG Viśvambhara Prabhu
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Hare Krishna dear dandavats readers, please accept my humble obeissances. All glories to Śrīla Prabhupāda. I beg for your patience while reading my personal tribute to Viśvambhara, a very dear Godbrother, whom I can say was instrumental in the Lord’s o…

His Grace Visvambhara Prabhu departed this world. A tribute from France
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Dear devotees, friends and well-wishers, Please accept our humble obeisances. All glories to Srila Prabhupada. On Guru-Purnima day at 12:10 am (UTC -5) in Montreal Canada, our dear friend His Grace Visvambhara Prabhu a senior disciple of Srila Prabhupd…

Rathyatra & Book distribution in Surat
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Surat embraced the grandest Rath Yatra in decades on 7th July, 2024. The day dawned with mild clouds and gentle sunshine, a perfect backdrop for Lord Jagannatha’s divine journey through the city streets. The atmosphere was charged with spiritual …

Various Ratha Yatra festivals observed in Bangladesh
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The Islamic population in Bangladesh constitutes approximately 91.04%. Although spreading Krishna Consciousness in Bangladesh has faced its challenges throughout the decades but still devotees are enthusiastic and are trying their level best to continu…

Bhumi ECO FARM: an eco-village project in Italy
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Today Italy’s organisation presents itself 🇮🇹: For 5 years, Food for Life, has been working in cooperation with the… Posted by Rural Entrepreneurship for Youth on Friday, July 12, 2024Read More…

Report from beautiful New Mayapur – France
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Today France’s organisation presents itself 🇫🇷: Our organization is located in the heart of France, 3 hours south of… Posted by Rural Entrepreneurship for Youth on Friday, July 12, 2024Read More…

Report from the ISKCON Russian speaking Yatra in London
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We are thrilled to share with you the wonderful achievements and activities of ISKCON Russian speaking Yatra in London for the month of June: 1. Namahatta with Patri Prabhu Recently, a Namahatta session was held with Patri Prabhu. This event provided a…

MP Bob Blackman took oath with Geeta in British Parliament
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Proud to have taken my oath of allegiance to HM King Charles on the King James Bible and the Gita as we return to Parliament after the General Election pic.twitter.com/6GeOrbB8Ha — Bob Blackman (@BobBlackman) July 10, 2024 MP Bob Blackman took oa…

Ratha Yatra Praha 2024
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Ratha Yatra Praha 2024 Photography by Sarvasukha Dása Bvs Video by Njd Nara-jívana dás Video 1: (9:28) Ratha Yatra Prague 2024 Videos by Manjari Gopika devi dasi Video 1: (27:19) Prague Ratha Yatra 23.06.24 ~ HG Nrisimha Caitanya Das Video 2: (2:15) Ha…

WSN May 2024 – World Sankirtan Newsletter
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By Vijaya Das In most of the temples around the world, it’s summertime. A time when people are outdoors, soaking up the rays of the sun–and if they’re lucky, meeting devotees who dispel the darkness of maya with the sun of Krsna consciousness. Let’s …

Water Management Program at Gokul Dham Eco Village | Bhakti Rasamrita Swami
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Water is life. The shortage of water gravely endangers the ecology of our planet. To address this impending threat exacerbated by climate change, the need for adaptation strategies, innovative and sustainable water management solutions are paramount. G…

Diversity, inclusion, equality, and belonging (DIEB)
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By Sukanti Radha dasi At the ISKCON European Leaders Mela, we strive for diversity, inclusion, equality, and belonging for all individuals, including those with learning disabilities and autism. Praghosa Das is a reliable leader who actively supports i…

Stonehenge Summer Solstice Rathayatra 2024
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Parasuram das: Invitation to Stonehenge Rathayatra Thursday 20th June at Midnight…. chanting will continue till 7am Friday morning 21st June where we will have breakfast amongst the pilgrims. The festival is free, they charge about £20 for parkin…

Inauguration of Krishna Capital Gate Centre
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Date: June 9, 2024, Location: Hainault, London By Yogesvara Gopinath das The Krishna Capital Gate Centre was inaugurated with great enthusiasm and joy. This newly established centre marks a significant milestone in the efforts to support humanitarian a…

Dott. Massimo Introvigne – Video for the 50° Anniversary of ISKCon in Italy
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(Automatic translation) Good morning to everyone, I am Massimo Introvigne, sociologist, co-founder and director of the Cesnur study center on new religions in Turin and I am here to replace Professor Pierluigi Zoccatelli whose name appeared in the orig…

 HH Guru Prasad Swami || 11th June 2024 || ISKCON PUNE
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=Chant Hare Krishna and be happy. Special Srimad Bhagavatam || HH Guru Prasad Swami Maharaj || 11th June 2024 || @ISKCONCAMPPUNE Second part:Read More…

Kirtan-lila Rome 2024
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Achievements and activities of ISKCON Russian speaking Yatra for the month of May
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I am excited to share with you the wonderful achievements and activities of ISKCON Russian speaking Yatra for the month of May. Maha Harinam with Indradyumna Maharaja: We started the month with a vibrant Maha Harinam featuring Indradyumna Maharaja. Our…

Mantra In Munich
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By Maharishi Das Sorry I’ve not written anything in a while but often think maybe me writting gets a bit too much and will just bore all of you, however I have been moved to write of a sweet simple loving exchange that I had recently. Every day I…

First Ph.D. for Scientifically Exploring Bhagavad-Gita with Artificial Intelligence to Solve Human-Challenges
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Dr. Amogh Gauranga Das Dean, Bhaktivedanta College of Vedic Education, Navi MumbaiRead More…

WSN April 2024 – World Sankirtan Newsletter
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By Vijaya Das The British yatra is brimming with fresh enthusiasm for book distribution. Among the Large Temples, the Bhaktivedanta Manor’s 2,619 book points achieved the largest increase at 806%. London temple’s 7,760 book points was #2 in large-tem…

Research Findings: The Impact of 24-Hour Kirtan Birmingham on the Individual’s Spiritual Journey and Wellbeing
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By Sukanti Radha dasi The 24-hour Birmingham Kirtan event has long been a cherished tradition within the ISKCON UK community, drawing devotees from far and wide to participate in the continuous chanting of the holy names of the Lord. This spiritual gat…

“THREE GUNS TO MY HEAD” And Lord Narasimha’s Merciful Protection!
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By Dharmatma Das (1) JUNE 5, 1973 NEW VRINDAVAN New Vrindavan was attacked by a gang of Bikers from Louisville, Kentucky, where we had been doing book distribution, Harinam and also remodeling one of the old Road Show buses we bought from Kirtanananda …

Russian speaking Yatra report of activities throughout the month of April
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We are writing to provide you with an overview of the achievements and activities of the ISKCON Russian-Speaking Yatra throughout the month of April. 1. Sunday Programs: We hosted our two Sunday programs this month, one of which featured a lecture by H…

My first steps towards vanaprastha ashram
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By Murari Gupta Dasa When I turned fifty, I had my highest salary ever, I worked less than ever, I still had a nice relationship with my wife (in Kali Yuga unbelievably), and I was a respected member of both karmi society and ISKCON. I was a rajadvipa …

First Annual Krishna House Retreat Rocks New Vrindavan
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“May the Fourth, be with us!” A hundred-plus devotees answered this call for the first annual Krishna House Retreat in New Vrindavan, May 3-5, 2024. Krishna House leaders, students and friends from around North America gathered for memorable kirtans, u…

HE SIGNED HIS NAME  *In dedication to His Holiness, Gopal Krishna Goswami* 
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HE SIGNED HIS NAME *In dedication to His Holiness, Gopal Krishna Goswami* Bhaktimarga Swami He signed his name to that temple guest book Which triggered events leading to a hook For that signature meant a follow-up call In ’68 the invite came from the …

The Departure of His Holiness Gopal Krsna Goswami
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My heart grieves today, having heard about the departure of such an outstanding Vaisnava as His Holiness Gopal Krsna Goswami. I offer my condolences to the thousands of Vaisnavas and Vaisnavis worldwide whose hearts must be aching with intense feelings…

Maha harinam in Amsterdam
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Someday, when we’re dying, when we’re like pockets inside out, when we’re like traps without bait, we’ll probably ask ourselves what I’ve done really well in my life. And I hope it will pop up that I was in Amsterdam for a…

A Tribute to HH Gopal Krishna Goswami from the global members of the BBT
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A Tribute to His Holiness Gopal Krishna Goswami from the global members of the Bhaktivedanta Book Trust To all esteemed devotees worldwide, It is with heavy hearts that the global members of the Bhaktivedanta Book Trust (BBT) express their profound sor…

Tribute to HH Gopal Krsna Goswami
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Dear Maharajas, Prabhus and Matajis, Please accept my humble obeisance. All glories to Srila Prabhupada. All glories to HH Gopal Krsna Gosvami. I was struck with great sadness when I heard the news of the passing of HH Gopal Krsna Goswami from this mat…