The Kartik month starts on the 20th of October (in the west) and 21st of October (in the east) ) 2021 and continues for four weeks till the 18th/19th of November 2021, please check your local calendars for exact dates. In Chapter 12 of Nectar of Devoti…
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The Glorious Month Of Kartik
Bhaktivedanta Manor Appeals to Protection in Bangladesh
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ISKCON Appeals for Protection of Minorities in Bangladesh Attacks on Hindu Temples and Communities Must Be Stopped On 13th October 2021, radical extremists began strategic, coordinated attacks on Hindu minorities in Bangladesh. The attacks continued un…
ISKCON Kolkata Candlelight Protest for Bangladesh
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On October 17th, 2021, ISKCON Kolkata organized a candlelight protest in response to the ongoing atrocities in Bangladesh and the destruction of the ISKCON Noakhali Bangladesh temple. ISKCON will be organizing official peaceful protests …
ISKCON Appeals for Protection of Minorities in Bangladesh Attacks on Hindu Temples and Communities Must Be Stopped
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ISKCON Statement ISKCON Appeals for Protection of Minorities in Bangladesh Attacks on Hindu Temples and Communities Must Be Stopped October 17, 2021 Anuttama Dasa, Minister of Communications The worldwide International Society for K…
ISKCON Official Report on Bangladesh Attacks
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Report on Bangladesh Attacks Jagatguru Gauranga das and Naru Gopal das October 17, 2021 On 13th October 2021, radical extremists began strategic, coordinated attacks on Hindu minorities in Bangladesh. The attacks continued until October 15th, 20…
Sri Sri Krishna Balaram Mandir Kartika Parikrama Schedule
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Sri Sri Krishna Balaram Mandir Kartika Parikrama Schedule Kartika is glorified in the Puranas as very special for making spiritual advancement and the best place to be in Kartika is Sri Braja Dham. In fact, this month is known as Damodar since, in the …
The glories of Pasankusa Ekadasi
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The glories of Pasankusa Ekadasi which occurs during the waxing moon in the month of September/October is described in Brahmavaivartha Purana in the conversation between Lord Krishna and Maharaj Yudhisthira. Maharaj Yudhisthira said O Madhusudan w…
How We Can Experience Krishna Through Forgiveness by Ghanashyam Das
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Source: End of Life Care Alachua FL Ghanashyam Das, Certified Professional Chaplain presentation on Forgiveness. Resentment impacts not only how we view relationships but also how we navigate the world around us. Unresolved resentment often gets i…
Grand Welcoming Ceremony of Srila Prabhupada to the TOVP
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Source: Mayapur TV Grand Welcoming Ceremony of Srila Prabhupada to the TOVP – Day 1 Day 2 celebrations can be seen here Day 3 celebrations can be seen here
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GBC SPT Host ‘Celebrating Kartik 2021’ Online Festival
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The GBC SPT invites you to join us for: “Celebrating Kartika 2021 – Enrich Your Krishna Consciousness” with daily broadcasts from 20th October to 20th November. Sign up now at https://gbcspt.com/kartik…
Major Decision in ISKCON’s Favor in Long Island Legal Case
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Statement from the ISKCON North America Council October 16, 2021 A North American legal case that has lasted almost two decades took a decisive turn in favor of ISKCON this past week. This long-running case, known in ISKCON as the Long Island Co…
Stirring New Song “When Will I See You Again” Blends Bhajan and Spoken Word
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A soulful new single by gurukuli Hari Kirtan Kaufmann, featuring Lilashakti Sesanti and Vrindavan Favors, blends Krishnadasa Kaviraja Goswami’s Bengali bhajan “Sri Vraja Dhama Mahimamrta” with English spoken word poetry to deeply movi…
Bhadra Campaign Smashes Goal, Distributes 35,000 Bhagavatam Sets
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The Bhadra Campaign is a snowball that just keeps gathering size and momentum. Also known as “Go to Goloka,” the campaign was launched in 2017 by the BBT Marketing, Communications, and Innovations team headed by Vaisesika Das. It’s in…
ISKCON UK Delegation to Attend COP26 Climate Change Conference
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An ISKCON UK delegation is set to attend COP26, also known as the 2021 United Nations Climate Change Conference, which will run from October 31st to November 12th in Glasgow, Scotland. The conference will bring world leaders together to discuss how to …
His Grace Partha Das, Killed at ISKCON Bangladesh
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It is with great sadness that we report to you the death of His Grace Partha das, age 25. On 15th October 2021 around 3:30 PM IST, a mob of approximately 200 attacked the Choumoni temple in Noakhali district, Bangladesh. Partha Das’…
Breaking News: ISKCON Noakhali Bangladesh Temple Attacked
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Today in the Noakhali District of Bangladesh, an ISKCON temple was attacked. We are currently awaiting an official statement from ISKCON Bangladesh regarding the incident. Preliminary reports state 18 people were injured in the attack, and a…
Update on the Health Status of GBC Chair Bhakti Caitanya Swami
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Below is a direct report from Bhakti Caitanya Swami on his current health situation. Dear Devotees, Please accept my humble obeisances. All glories to Srila Prabhupada. Just a short update regarding my health situation. First of all, thank you ve…
Health update of H.H.Bhakti Chaitanya Swami
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Hare Krishna dear devotees, Please accept our humble obeisances.All glories to Srila Prabhupada. Re: Health update of H.H.Bhakti Chaitanya Swami Maharaj Maharaj had a Doppler ultrasound today which showed that he has Deep Vein Thrombosis(DVT) of his le…
Hridayananda das Goswami: Science and Culture of Krishna Consciousness
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Source: ISKCON in Vladivostok and Worldwide Lecture: Russia, Vladivostok at 1 Oct 2021 (USA) / 2 Oct 2021 (RUS).
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The 4th Annual MAN-tra Retreat – The Hero’s Journey
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ISKCON’s annual “MAN-tra Retreat” is coming to your computer screen in mid-November. The theme of this year’s virtual event is The Hero’s Journey! Men, 18 years of age and older, are invited to transform their lives…
Setting a Standard for Ethical Behavior in ISKCON
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A new code defines expectations for all devotees. After two years of research, writing, and debate, the GBC recently ratified and voted into ISKCON law a Code of Ethical Behavior. We spoke with the Code’s author, Yogesvara dasa, about…
Spiritual Funk Rock Band Supersoul Releases New EP “Rukmini’s Ecstasy”
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It’s not always easy to find rock music that tackles spiritual themes, much less Krishna conscious ones. But Australian alternative funk rock band Supersoul does just that, wrapping deep philosophical concepts in funky rhythm sections, soaring ha…
New Book Explores Yamuna Devi’s Study of Seva Puja
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The long-awaited new book, “Yamuna Devi: The Study of Seva-Puja,” is here. The work presents and expands upon the original “Deity Book,” a parchment-paged binder about deity worship and dress which Yamuna Devi, a much-loved ISKC…
Choice – A Musing
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“The soul is dyed the color of its thoughts. Think only on those things that are in line with your principles and can bear the light of day. The content of your character is your choice. Day by day, what you do is who you become. Your integr…
Self-Inquiry – with Veda Sara Dasa
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Source: Bhaktivedanta College For more information please visit: bhaktivedantacollege.com
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Choice – A Musing by Rukmini Walker
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Source: Rukmini Walker Please visit Urban Devi for more
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New Series “Sound Journey” at Mosa (Villa Vrindavana)
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The museum of sacred arts (MOSA) of the ISKCON Villa Vrindavana temple has created a new initiative within the range of their general activities. Earlier this year we had published an article in which we showcased the new acquisition of sou…
Importance of Ekadashi: What to eat & What not to eat on Ekadashi? | HG Karunya Sagar Das
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Source: ISKCON Mangalore Reference on Ekadashi from scriptures:The purpose of ekādaśī-vrata is that today we should not eat much usual food, grains. The actual prescription is fasting. Nirjala-ekādaśī. Nirjala means there are many d…
“SOUND JOURNEY” at Museum of Sacred Arts
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Source: Tarak Mantra Music A video of our “Sound Journey” events at the museum of sacred arts (MOSA) in Villa Vrindavana, Italy. These recordings are a compilation of the monthly events we held at the museum during the summer of 2021.
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TOVP:Jaya and Vijaya Moved to Their Permanent Location
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The transfer of the murtis of Jaya and Vijaya, the two divine gatekeepers of the Temple of the Vedic Planetarium, to their permanent place at the main entrance to the temple is complete. These murtis were completed, painted, and varnished a few m…
Temple of the Vedic Planetarium to Welcome New Srila Prabhupada Murti
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A Grand Welcome Ceremony will be held from October 14th to 15th to welcome Srila Prabhupada’s murti form to the under-construction Temple of the Vedic Planetarium in Mayapur, during Prabhupada’s 125th appearance anniversary year. The TOVP, …
Devotee Engineer Distributes Bhagavad-gita and Celebrates Janmastami in Antarctica
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Surendra Singh, an engineer and ISKCON devotee, has distributed Bhagavad-gita As It Is, celebrated Janmastami (Lord Krishna’s appearance day), and practiced Krishna consciousness with fellow scientific expedition team members at the Indian Antarc…
Kenya’s Hare Krishna Training Centre Gives Students Ashram Experience
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In a model similar to that of Gainesville’s Krishna House, thirty-five students from local universities are currently living and developing their spiritual lives at the Hare Krishna Training Centre (HKTC) in Nairobi, the capital city of Kenya. Me…
Indira Ekadasi and the TOVP 2021
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Ekadasi is the 11th day of the lunar phase of the Moon. Indira Ekadasi is celebrated in the Krishna Paksha (waning Moon phase) in the month of Ashwin (September–October). Since this Ekadasi falls on the Pitru Paksha (15 days in the month of Ashwi…
North American Panel – Books Are The Basis
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Source: ISKCON Ministry of Education Books Are The Basis Purpose: To enhance the culture of reading Srila Prabhupada’s in your temple and congregation. Mission: Significantly increase the regular readership of Srila Prabhupada’s book…
The Making of the TOVP Prabhupada Murti
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Source: Temple of the Vedic Planetarium TOVP
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Books Are The Basis Week: Starts September 22nd, 2021
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Books Are the Basis Week Mark your calendars. Books Are the Basis festival is being celebrated on September 22nd-28th, 2021, immediately after Bhadra Purnima on September 21st, 2021. Invocation Let us invoke auspiciousness by he…
ISKCON Kolkata Rebuilds After April Fire
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The ISKCON Kolkata temple has rebuilt damaged areas after an April 26th fire which burned the Deities’ dress room with all 300 outfits in it. Jewelry, furniture, doors, windows, and the air-conditioning system were completely destroyed, while the…
Her Grace Krsnanandini Dasi: Life & Legacy Documentary
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Vaishnavi Ministry NA is organizing a gofundme fundraiser to benefit The Dasi-Ziyad Family Institute and help fund the production of this film. Documentary Film Project Proposal The film project’s purpose is to pay tribute to Krsn…
HG Krsnanandini Dasi: Life & Legacy: A Documentary Trailer
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Source: Vaishnavi Ministry NA Find more information at: https://gofund.me/486fb345
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