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Written by: Bhaktimarga Swami Directed by: Paul Music by: Nityananda Das Starring: Nityananda Das Alex A heartfelt presentation crafted with devotion and creativity. This production brings together art, music, and storytelling inspired by spiritual the…

[Please note that the deadline is now December 1, not January 1, as mistakenly announced previously]. Dear Devotees, Please accept my humble obeisances. All glories to Srila Prabhupada. The Annual General Meeting of the ISKCON GBC Society will begin in…

Generally a spiritual master who constantly instructs the disciple in spiritual science becomes his initiating spiritual master later on. So this is how a bonafide spiritual master illuminates one’s heart with transcendental knowledge through dik…

“Nectarean glimpses of Mayapur’s divine atmosphere — thousands of devotees illuminating the temple with golden lamps, offering their love to Lord Damodara in a sea of devotion and light.” Kartik Deep Daan Sri Dham Mayapur Day-25 #DamodarMon…

We recently had the good fortune to visit Siddha Bakula, the place in Jagannath Puri where the famous Bakula tree stands – the very spot where Srila Haridas Thakura spent many years chanting 192 rounds daily. In that sacred atmosphere, we chanted japa,…

Sri Gadadhara Goswami is a united form of Chandrakanti gopi (an expansion of Radharani’s effulgence) and Purnanada (an expansion of Lord Balarama’s dear girlfriend). Thus, Gadadhara Dasa was an associate of both Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu and Sri Nityana…

This lecture continues the series on the divine pastimes of Radha and Krishna, focusing on Krishna’s playful and mischievous nature during the month of Kartik. The episode recounts a humorous and spiritually rich story where Krishna disguises himself a…

Listen to a class given by Adikarta dasa on text 35 of the Srimad-Bhagavatam (Bhagavata Purana), canto 3, chapter 19, entitled “The Killing of the Demon Hiraṇyākṣa” given on October 23, 2025 at the Hare Krishna temple in Alachua, Florida. T…

Responding swiftly to Gajendra’s fervent plea, Lord Vishnu, mounted atop his Vahana Garuda, hastened to the scene. Witnessing the divine approach, Gajendra, in an act of profound devotion, raised a lotus with his trunk. Pleased by this heartfelt gestur…

There are different manifestations of the Lord. He is one, but He has become many. He divides Himself into two different expansions, one called kalā and the other vibhinnāṁśa. Ordinary living entities are called vibhinnāṁśa expansions, and the unlimite…

There is one reason why we are here in the material world that needs to be confronted and then solved: envy. Envy of the success of others, and ultimately envy towards the Lord, which manifests in not wanting to give Him the position in our life that H…

If Krishna already knows everything that we’re going to do, if Krishna already knows the future, then what’s the point of acting because it’s going to happen anyway. So yes, in the Gita Krishna says, I know past, present, future, I kn…

*Essence of the Yatra:* Kartik Yatra offers a unique opportunity to reconnect with Krishna through prayer, kirtan, and satsang. Each day deepens the devotee’s relationship with the Lord. ISKCON Chowpatty Kartik Yatra 2025 | Day 7 | Govardhan,…

Event Highlight: The post promotes the Kartik Nabadwip Mandal Parikrama 2025, a spiritual pilgrimage organized by ISKCON Mayapur. Kartik Nabadwip Mandal Parikrama 2025 Contact: 8016401401 https://www.facebook.com/share/1FaAcN6Nrj/?mibextid=wwXIfr Mayap…

A story from Krishna, the Supreme Personality of Godhead by His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada The King of Vidarbha, Maharaja Bhismaka, had five sons and a young daughter known as Rukmini. Many saintly persons used to visit the King’s…

When we sit in kirtan, we can shut out all the other lamps that light our path to the world—our fame, our money, our material attachments and desires, our plans, aspirations, inclinations, etc., and make this a time with Krishna. One good practice that…

Śrīla Viśvanātha Cakravartī states that in response to Bali’s prayers, Śrī Kṛṣṇa invited him to choose some benediction, and in this verse Bali submits his request. Bali begs to be relieved of the entanglement of material life so he will be free to lea…

Barsana – the divine abode of Srimati Radharani. Come, let’s walk together through the enchanting, winding paths of Barsana — a sacred wonderland where the divine mercy of Srimati Radharani showers unconditionally. Our journey takes us through the narr…

Our parikrama group spent several days in Kolkata, visiting the sacred and historic sites associated with Śrīla Prabhupāda. During our stay, we observed Śrīla Prabhupāda’s disappearance day at his birthplace. We also visited Ulta Danga where he first m…

Arcita Dasa added photos to the album titled ATLANTIC Antic | 05 October 2025, taken at Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn, New York. The post includes 23+ photos. Arcita Dasa added photos to the album: ATLANTIC Antic | 05 October 2025 — at Atlantic…

The Lord awards all benedictions according to the heart’s desire of a devotee, so the Lord informed Kardama Muni, “The girl who is coming to be married with you is a princess, the daughter of Emperor Svāyambhuva, and so just suitable for your purpose.”…

The selfless love of Godhead exhibited by the gopīs cannot have any parallel. We should not, therefore, misunderstand the carefulness of the gopīs in their personal decoration. The gopīs dressed themselves as beautifully as possible, just to make Kṛṣṇa…

Pari Vidha: A few months ago, a song from the sixties kept popping up in my mind. From past experiences I felt that I might have to transform it into something Krishna conscious. Reflecting on the lyrics, I thought I thought it could be turned into a s…

Srila Prabhupada 48th Tirabhava Mahotsava 2025 – Iskcon MayapurRead More…

Virtual event LIVE from Bhaktivedanta Manor Bhaktivedanta Manor Presents: Disappearance of Srila Prabhupada – 25th October 2025Read More…

Srila Prabhupada departed from this world in Vrindavan dham, India, on the 14th of November 1977. One would not usually celebrate the disappearance day of a person, especially one so loved and revered as Srila Prabhupada. However, the departure of a pu…

“The spirit of Govardhan Puja”, The deeper meaning and mood behind the celebration of Govardhan Puja, explained by Radhanath Swami himself. Kartik Yatra 2025: a devotional pilgrimage during the sacred Kartik month celebrated with deep spiri…

A spiritual discourse or storytelling session centered around the teachings, life, and legacy of A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, the founder of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON). If you’re drawn to spiritual story…

Translation The Emperor Svāyambhuva Manu, the son of Lord Brahmā, who is well known for his righteous acts, has his seat in Brahmāvarta and rules over the earth with its seven oceans. Purport Sometimes it is stated that Brahmāvarta is a part of Kurukṣe…

Kartik Deep Daan Sri Dham Mayapur Day-17 #DamodarMonth Mayapur.TV Devotional engagement from the community, with over 1,000 reactions, 108 comments, and 30 shares.Read More…

At the recent national ISKCON strategic planning meetings in Melbourne (11-12 October), leaders set a goal to increase book distribution across Australia by 20% in 2025 compared to 2024. ISKCON Brisbane has already achieved this target – with mor…

Who would have had the power to render ecstatic devotional service that follows in the footsteps of the damsels of Vraja? Indeed, the clever expertise of the Vraja-gopis is a prerequisite for entering the supremely sweet forest of Vrinda Devi. Enjoy th…

By Mahavana Das Report on the “Purposeful Leadership” Seminar by His Grace Gauranga Darshan Das In an era when leadership is often equated with power, wealth, and visibility, His Grace Gauranga Darshan Das presented a refreshing vision at the seminar t…

By Padsevan Bhakta Das The UDGAAR Mega Youth Festival 2025 saw over 15,000 young participants unite in India’s largest ever addiction awareness pledge—earning a coveted Guinness World Record. The festival, organized by ISKCON India Youth Council- North…

Over the last few days, Mahārāja has been experiencing episodes of bloody sputum and increased oxygen requirement due to the presence of thick mucus plugs in the lungs, along with a few episodes of fever. With regular medications, nebulizations, and in…

UDGAAR 2025 wasn’t just an event, it was an awakening and transformation. Now, it’s time to carry that light forward. Let’s take a pledge to stand together for Nasha Mukt Bharat! UDGAAR 2025 Highlights | The Festival Of Culture & Wellness &#1…

Kartik Deep Daan Sri Dham Mayapur Day-15 #DamodarMonth Mayapur.TVRead More…

We are waiting for the results of our National Strategic Planning workshop from the weekend before last. We spent two very productive days with most of the members of the ISKCON Australia National Council working on a broad strategic plan and on the Su…

Iskcon Vrindavan – Goverdhan Puja 2025 – Sringar Darshan Iskcon vrindavan added photos to the album: Goverdhan Puja 2025 – Sringar Darshan Iskcon vrindavanRead More…

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