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Diwali at the Manor – Special visit by the Home Secretary
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The Home Secretary Rt Hon Ms Priti Patel joined thousands to celebrate Diwali, the festival of lights at Bhaktivedanta Manor Hare Krishna temple near Watford on Sunday 7th November. Highlights of the festival included colourful dances, plays from ancie…
The Origin of MAN-tra
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In celebration of this weekend’s MAN-tra retreat, Bhaktimarga Swami has written the following poem to help inspire and set the mood. It was somewhere near Oakland in CaliforniaWhere people drive everything from Harleys to a Porsche-…
Meet Alfred Ford, the great-grandson of Henry Ford and a Gainesville resident
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The article below appeared in NPR: News and Public Media for North Central Florida from the University of Florida in Gainesville. Meet Alfred Ford, the great-grandson of Henry Ford and a Gainesville resident When most people hear the name “F…
Srila Prabhupada Disappearance Day
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The disappearance day of Srila Prabhupada is observed by his followers by offering prayers to him and feeling his separation. Simultaneously, heartfelt gratitude is also expressed to please his divine grace and seek his blessings. CC Madh…
Govardhan Puja Annakut 2021 | ISKCON Chowpatty
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Highlights of Govardhan Puja celebrated on 5 Nov 2021 at ISKCON Chowpatty
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Persecution of Hindus in Bangladesh: with HG Amogha Lila Das
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Persecution of Hindus in Bangladesh: with HG Amogha Lila Das! * What’s the reality for Hindus in Bangladesh? Is there hope for communal peace or is it just a mirage for Bangladesh? * As vaisnavas, how do we respond to such violence? * ISKCON trai…
Srila Prabhupada’s Disappearance Day and the TOVP
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Forty-four years ago this year, His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada left this world for the divine abode of Sri Krishna and His pastimes. During his empowered life as a preacher of Krishna consciousness from 1965-1977, he accomplished …
”Om” Giardino in Natura at Villa Vrindavana ISKCON – Italy
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In the splendid Tuscan settings of Villa Vrindavana ISKCON (where the ” Goshala Balarama ” Cow Protection Sanctuary is located), an initiative dedicated to children aged between 3 and 9 was started. ”Om” Giardino in Natura…
Nityananda Pran Das: On a Mission to Improve Marriages and Parenting in ISKCON
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It is said that acceptance of uncertainties in life leads to adventure. On top of being a devotee leader par excellence, Nityananda Pran Das (Nachi Lolla) is certainly an adventurous man. At the peak of his professional career as a marketing executive …
Ben & Esther’s, Portland’s Only Vegan Jewish Deli
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Portland’s only vegan Jewish deli and bakery is open for business and is devotee run and operated. Ben and Esther’s is modeled after a traditional New York-style Jewish deli but is completely plant-based. You’ll find their menu filled…
Sanskrit Sense: Free Online Sanskrit Course
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Learn the correct way of pronouncing and singing the standard prayers and chants for ISKCON. Brought to you by Sanskrit Sense School, the best online courses for Sanskrit. Broken down into 4 simple lessons plus bonus material. Hosted …
Hadai Pandit Institute Aims to Reach Academic Audience with Congress on Logic
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Over 30 scholarly speakers are set to discuss Logic in Society, and the sub-theme of order versus chaos in nature, at the Hadai Pandit International Institute’s second online Congress from November 8th to 12th. Viewers can sign up at https://hada…
Award-Winning Introduction to Bhakti “Wise Love” Released in Spanish
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Wise Love: Bhakti and the Search for the Soul of Consciousness, an innovative introductory book to the path of Bhakti for a modern Western audience, has been translated into Spanish as Amor Sabio, and is now available in paperback and Kindle editions. …
Book Distribution Keeps Team ISKCON Alachua Connected
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As the year nears its conclusion, Team ISKCON Alachua, the book distribution effort of the biggest Hare Krishna community in the Western world, is already in the midst of its final marathon of 2021, the Live to Give Campaign. Running from September unt…
Radha Krishna Records Releases Mantra Lounge Volume 4
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The London Radha Krishna Temple’s own non-profit label, Radha Krishna Records – founded in 2009 and dedicated to spiritual mantra music – has released Volume 4 in its popular Mantra Lounge series. The nine-track album features a…
Happy Govardhan Puja
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What is Govardhan Puja? The tenth Canto of Srimad-Bhagavatam relates many of Krishna’s pastimes. Of these, “The Lifting of Govardhan Hill” is one of our most important. It tells the story of how Krishna lifted Govardhan Hi…
ISKCON Leicester Safeguard Their Historic Landmark
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ISKCON Leicester has secured a £750,000 grant to carry out urgent work to save the roof of its stunning Grade II* listed building in Leicester city centre. The ISKCON (International Society for Krishna Consciousness) Leicester building is the form…
First Ever Rathayatra Parade Held in El Paso, Texas
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Devotees in El Paso, Texas held their first Rathayatra parade on October 2nd, to an enthusiastic response. The city, which stands on the Rio Grande across the Mexico–United States border from Ciudad Juárez, has an 81…
Global Kirtan Protest: Mayapur
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Source: Mayapur TV #globalkirtanprotest ISKCON Mayapur Dham holds a rally for the murdered ISKCON devotees and minorities in Bangladesh.
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An Unusual Kartika Vow
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It’s that time of year again when we get a chance to be intentional about nurturing our relationship with Krishna by considering a vow (vrata in Sanskrit) for the month of Kartika. Many Bhakti practitioners give things up as a gesture of love (sw…
Glories of Rama Ekadashi
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Yudhisthira Maharaj said, “O Janardana, O protector of all beings, what is the name of the Ekadashi that comes during the dark fortnight (Krishna paksha) of the month of Kartika (October November)? Please impart this sacred knowledge to me….
Srila Prabhupada’s College Celebrates his 125th Birth Anniversary
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On the auspicious commemoration of Srila Prabhupada’s 125th birth anniversary, the Scottish Church College, which recognizes Srila Prabhupada as one of their eminent Alumni, is organizing an online essay competition. The topic chosen is ‘Sp…
Rama-Ekadasi at the TOVP
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The 11th day of Krishna Paksha (Moon’s waning phase) in the month of Kartik (October – November) is celebrated as Rama Ekadasi, named after Lord Vishnu’s consort, Goddess Rama. The day is also known as Rambha Ekadasi or Kartik Krishna…
Rajendranandana Das Prepares to Leave this World
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Rajendranandana Das (ACBSP) prepares to leave this world As some of you may know, HG Rajendranandana Prabhu (ACBSP) has stage four cancer. He is bedridden at home in the US with his wife Catura Devi Dasi and his son Aja.  …
Madi Das and Dave Stringer to Release New “Country and Eastern” Album
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Lead singer Madi Das and producer Dave Stringer of the 2014 kirtan album Bhakti Without Borders have launched a crowdfunding campaign for a new “Country and Eastern” kirtan record. Bhakti Without Borders featured Madi in duets with 11 femal…
Radha Sivyer Featured on Handmade: Britain’s Best Woodworker
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Radha Sivyer, a second-generation devotee and member of the Bhaktivedanta Manor community in the UK, is currently demonstrating his impressive woodworking skills as a contestant on Channel 4’s Handmade: Britain’s Best Woodworker. Also known…
Choice – Vaijayanti Devi Dasi
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Source: Bhaktivedanta College
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The Disappearance Day of Srila Narottama Das Thakur
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Today is the disappearance day of a great saint, Srila Narottama Das Thakur! Appearing as the son of a king, Shri Narottama Dasa Thakura (Shri Thakura Mahasaya) showed all the bodily symptoms of a mahapurusha (an exalted divine person). He had lo…
Britain’s Best Woodworker
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Radha Sivyer, a prominent member of the Bhaktivedanta Players drama group, is appearing regularly as a talented contestant on Channel 4’s Handmade: Britain’s Best Woodworker. Nine of the country’s most talented craftspeople are …
Global Kirtan Protest for Bangladesh – Recap
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Yesterday, Saturday, October 23rd, the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) members around the world along with the wider community came together to raise awareness and to demand protection and justice from the Bangladesh government…
Appreciating Bangladesh Heritage & Culture with Gauranga Das
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Source: GBC SPT The heritage of Bangladesh is an integral part of Gaudiya Vaishnava culture. The culture of Bangladesh is appreciated for its diversity. Several associates of Lord Caitanya appeared in Bangladesh, the land of sacred books,…
Damodarastakam | Vishaka Devi Dasi |
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Source: Vishaka Devi Dasi This song describes Krishna’s early childhood pastime of running from His mother when she tried to chastise Him for stealing butter. During the month of Kartika, devotees around the world sing this prayer every day …
New Introductory Course by Karuna Care Education
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Many of us feel compassion for others’ suffering and would like to help but don’t know-how. Karuna Care Education is now offering three Introductory Courses to answer this need: – Impact of Grief on Spiritual Growth: …
PRABHUPADA IS HERE! The Grand Prabhupada Welcome Ceremony a Grand Success
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Source: Temple of the Vedic Planetarium TOVP On October 14 and 15, ISKCON worldwide celebrated the Grand Welcome Ceremony of His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada to the Temple of the Vedic Planetarium (TOVP). Through Mayapur TV, the two…
Tallahassee Krishna House Resurrected After Nearly Closing Its Doors
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Faced with challenges such as a seriously deteriorating building and a pandemic, the Krishna House in Tallahassee, Florida recently came close to closing its doors for good. But the efforts of dedicated devotees brought it back from the brink, and the …
“Chasing Rhinos” Volume 3 Captures Srila Prabhupada’s Adventurous Spirit
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The final volume in ISKCON pioneer Shyamasundar Das’s epic Srila Prabhupada trilogy “Chasing Rhinos with the Swami” is available now for pre-order. Nearly three years in the making, the book runs to 460 pages, with 290 photos, many ne…
ISKCON Dominican Republic Starts Campaign for New Gaura Nitai Temple
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Devotees in Santo Domingo, the capital of Caribbean island nation the Dominican Republic, have launched a fundraising campaign to build a new temple for Sri Sri Gaura Nitai. ISKCON was established in the Dominican Republic nearly 50 years ago, and Gaur…
Violence is Not Golden
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Violence is not Golden By: Bhaktimarga Swami Violence is not golden But action with intelligence stolen The insecurities that a person may feel Arise from that which is not real A mistaken notion that the body is me When I am its engine, a…
Bangladesh Global Kirtan Protest
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Bangladesh Global Kirtan Protest Resources and Information on ISKCON’s Bangladesh Global Kirtan Protest Event In an effort to bring international awareness and pressure on the Bangladesh government to take serious steps to protect religious…