Author Archives: New Vrndavan, USA

Ramnavami
Tues. April 8, 2014
Schedule
4:00 PM Fire Yajna
5:00 PM Abhisheka
6:00 PM Class or Storytelling
7:00 PM Sandhya Aroti
7:30 PM Maha Kirtan
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Hare Krishna Prabhus.   We are honored to have Malati Prabhu as the keynote speaker at our next Prabhupada Sangam. Please come if you can and tell your friends.   your servant   Kripamaya das   PRABHUPADA SANGAM AT SRILA PRABHUPADA’S PALACE  WEDNESDAY, APRIL 2, 2014   SCHEDULE   5:45 p.m.            Bhajans    6:00 p.m.             Keynote Speaker – […]

Srila Prabhupada Expresses “Great Enthusiasm” for Constructing New Vrindaban – August 1968. From a series of letters written by Srila Prabhupada outlining his vision for New Vrindaban. Thanks to Vanipedia for the source material. —————————————————————— August 23rd, 1968. Jaya Om Visnupada Paramahamsa Parivrajakacarya Astottara Sata (108) Srimad Bhaktisiddhanta Sarasvati Goswami Prabhupada Ki Jaya Namah Om Visnupadaya Krsnapresthaya Bhutale Srimate Bhaktisiddhanta Sarasvati Iti […]

In Vrinda?vana the trees and vines filled with multitudes of wonderful, transcendental, splendid flowers and fruits, the blissful excited cooing of the multitudes of splendid transcendental peacocks, cuckoos, parrots and other birds, the many multitudes of splendid transcendental lakes, streams, hills, and newly blossoming forest groves, as well as the golden ground studded with jewels, […]

I would rather reside in Vrinda?vana, even as an insect, than reside in any other place as a liberated soul with a blissful spiritual body. I would rather reside here in Vrinda?vana, even as a poverty-stricken beggar, than reside in any other place as a person possessing wonderful, endless wealth. I would rather reside here […]

O mother Vrinda?vana, if I have once seen you, if I have even once called out the holy names of Sri Sri-Ra?dha?-Krishna, or if I have even once offered respectful obeisances with devotion to those who have taken shelter of you, then I pray to you—please do not ignore me. Give me shelter and protect […]

New Vrindaban’s Transcendental Throwback Thursday – 03/27/14. Each week we highlight an earlier era of ISKCON New Vrindaban. This week’s challenge: In addition to the processional forms of Sri Sri Radha Vrindaban Chandra, there are six devotees in this photo, five whose faces are recognizable. How many can you identify? Extra Credit: Where are they and […]

Although I earnestly yearn to serve the lotus feet of Sri Krishna, the master of Vrinda?vana, although I am engaged in hearing and chanting His glories, and although I am completely aware of all obstacles which might obstruct my path, I still have not taken shelter of Vrinda?vana. vow lowly and unfortunate I am. [Source […]

When, having cut the chains of feigned affection and, not seeing the slightest trace in my heart of the arrow loved by the learned followers of the Vedic path, will I overcome with excitement, take shelter of Vrndavana? [Source : Nectarean Glories of Sri Vrindavana-dhama by Srila Prabodhananda Sarasvati Thakura, 1-98 Translation.] Please click here […]

When will I renounce all material duties, cut off all contact with the affairs of the material world, and alone enter the abode of Va?nda?vane to pass my time absorbed in the topics of Sri Krishna, Vrinda?vana’s master? [Source : Nectarean Glories of Sri Vrindavana-dhama by Srila Prabodhananda Sarasvati Thakura, 1-97 Translation.] Please click here […]

Greetings from the Garden: After a few weeks spending time in the garden I have now seen its huge potential. Many hours have been spent trimming, pruning, and doing a thorough pest investigation of  the blackberries and red raspberries. I found raspberry crown borer. The borer lives in the roots and crown of the plant.  […]

In Vrndavana I see the black bee of Krsna sometimes land at Radha’s lotus feet, sometimes drink the nectar of Her lotus mouth and sometimes becomes attached to Her lotus-bud breasts. [Source : Nectarean Glories of Sri Vrindavana-dhama by Srila Prabodhananda Sarasvati Thakura, 1-96 Translation.] Please click here for more photos

Srila Prabhupada Encourages Investment in Devotee Housing in New Vrindaban – February 1969. From a series of letters written by Srila Prabhupada outlining his vision for New Vrindaban. Thanks to Vanipedia for the source material. —————————————————————— February 8th, 1969. My Dear Hrsikesa, Please accept my blessings. I was very much pleased to receive your letter of 3 February, 1969, and […]

The real goal of my life is to attain the nectar of confidential devotional service to Sri Sri Radhika-Krsna. I shall some day renounce everything and live in Vrndavana. These are the words of feigned renunciation spoken by one addicted to the affairs of household life. The holy abode of Vrndavana will not give shelter […]

by Kacey Orr Greetings from the garden…. My name is Kacey and I will be in charge of the Garden of Seven Gates.  I am looking forward to producing many varieties of vegetables and fruits this year.  I have come here from my own small organic farm in Dallas Pike. Each week I will be […]

New Vrindaban’s Transcendental Throwback Thursday – 03/20/14. Each week we highlight an earlier era of ISKCON New Vrindaban. This week’s challenge: Despite a slight blurriness, there are four devotees whose faces are recognizable and two with their backs to the camera. How many can you identify? Extra Credit: What is the special name of the place they […]

Video of Anuttama dasa leading New Vrindaban’s 24 Hour Kirtan – June 15th, 2013.

ECO-Vrindaban Board Meeting Minutes 03-09-2014 Mission Statement: ECO-Vrindaban promotes a simple, sustainable lifestyle centered on the care and protection of cows, local food production and the loving service of Lord Krishna, as envisioned by Srila Prabhupada, the Founder-Acharya of ISKCON New Vrindaban. Participating Members of the ECOV Board of Directors: Bhima, Chaitanya Mangala, Madhava Gosh, […]

Sally Aggarwal visits NV One elderly American lady and two younger ladies wandered into the lobby of Sri Sri Radha Vrindabanchandra temple the afternoon of Thurs. March 13, 2014. Parampara prabhu inquired: “Good afternoon, ladies. May I help you?” One of the younger women replied, smiling, referring to the elderly American lady, “You know, this […]

New Vrindaban’s Palace of Gold Honored – Back to Godhead Magazine – October 1980. By William Robins Limestone, W. Va., Aug. 5 The men in saffron robes, in denims and faded shirts, heads shaven and unshaven, the women in saris of many colors, the Hare Krishna devotees came in twos and threes and troops, afoot […]

   Dear Brijabasis, Please accept my humble obeisances. All glories to Srila Prabhupada! It’s almost time for the spring joint board meetings. The board members of ISKCON New Vrindaban and ECO-Vrindaban will meet face to face on March 22 and 23. To increase an environment of open communication, the board members and I are organizing […]

When will I cheat the wife, children, friends, well-wishers, and other associates that have devastated my spiritual life, and with firm resolve flee to the forest where Lord Hari enjoyed pastimes?
[Source : Nectarean Glories of Sri Vrindavana-dhama by…

When, accepting a vow of poverty, and always remaining in a solitary place in Vrndavana, which is worshipped even by the demigods, will I worship the splendid couple, Sri Sri Radhika-Madhava, with great ecstatic love?
[Source : Nectarean Glories of Sr…

New Vrindaban’s Transcendental Throwback Thursday – 03/13/14. Each week we highlight an earlier era of ISKCON New Vrindaban. This week’s challenge: In the photo, there are approximately 20 devotees whose faces are recognizable. How many can you identify? Extra Credit: What are the names of the elephant and her caretaker? Post your guesses on the “who, […]

New on the schedule for Gaura Purnima Day: !!Bhajans!! Sunday March 16, 2014 from 3:00 – 5:00 PM Followed then by the Announced Schedule:   5:00 PM……. ABHISHEKA ON THE ALTAR 6:00 PM……. LECTURE BY HIS HOLINESS VARSANA SWAMI 7:00 PM…….ARATI 7:40 PM……. MAHA KIRTAN 8:00 PM……. PRASADAM FEAST

I have fallen into the blind well of household-life, and I am being devoured by the black snakes of lust and other faults. O abode of Vrndavana, when will you take me out of this well and acting as a mother, give me shelter on your lap? [Source : Nectarean Glories of Sri Vrindavana-dhama by […]

Their intelligence stolen by the illusory potency maya, the materialists speak just like madmen. Temporary material benefits, which inevitably carry unwanted sufferings in their wake, they make the goal of their lives. Rejecting all spiritual instructions, they cannot distinguish real happiness from the mirage offered by maya. They are bound with by strong ropes of […]

Calves are very special living entities, and they have their own personalities, just like people do! Last Friday, March 7, 2014, mother cow Anjali had a baby boy calf, who was named Amani. He was very strong right from birth, and there were absolutely no problems.  He began nursing immediately and was quite sociable, after […]

Rejecting the paths of the worms in the poison of sense-gratification and they who think that only they exist, paths that do not attract one to take loving shelter of the Supreme Personality of Godhead at the fearful time of death, we aspire for Vrndavana, which is flooded with flowing nectar streams of bliss. [Source […]

The world’s happiest event is just around the corner! On Saturday April 19th 2014, ISKCON New Vrindaban will host Pittsburgh’s first annual Festival of Colors. The festival is an exuberant gathering of people united in the desire to celebrate life, where everyone is invited to join in! Festivities include seven hours of continuous music and […]

Even glorious Laksmi-devi, who rests on Lord Narayana’s chest, cannot taste the supremely sweet nectar Radha’s maidservants always taste in many ways. O dear friend, please worship Radha in Vrndavana forest. [Source : Nectarean Glories of Sri Vrindavana-dhama by Srila Prabodhananda Sarasvati Thakura, 1-85 Translation.] Please click here for more photos

Lord Nrsimhadeva Deity Installed in New Vrindaban – Back to Godhead Magazine – July 1986. At a recent festival in New Vrindaban, devotees installed the Deity of Lord Nrsimhadeva and His eternal associate, Prahlada Maharaja. The seven-foot black Deity of Lord Krsna’s half-man, half-lion incarnation is the first full-size Deity of Nrsimhadeva installed in the […]

Let us worship the Person more splendid than a blue lotus and sweeter than the nectar handsomeness of all other forms of Godhead, who wanders in a forest filled with nectar from Radha’s feet. [Source : Nectarean Glories of Sri Vrindavana-dhama by Srila Prabodhananda Sarasvati Thakura, 1-84 Translation.] Please click here for more photos

The most advanced devotees in the Gaudiya Vaishnava teachings are the gopis, or simple village girls, of Vrindavan. Also, Jahnavi Devi, the wife of Nityananda Prabhu, took the role of an acharya, or teacher, after her husband left this world. In the Srimad-Bhagavatam we see many great women devotees, such as Queen Kunti, Draupadi, Mother Yashoda, Devahuti, the wives of the yajnicbrahmanas, the naga-patnis or […]

Hare Krishna Prabhus, As many of you know in 2013 we had eight sat sanga programs at Srila Prabhupada’s Palace. During these gatherings devotees shared memories and realizations about Srila Prabhupada and the positive moments in New Vrindaban’s history. The schedule for our first sat-sanga of the year at the Palace is as follows: Saturday, […]

I worship two splendors who are more handsome than millions of Rati-Kamadevas, who have stolen the glory of millions of Laksmi-Narayanas, whose forms are effulgent as gold and sapphires, and who enjoy pastimes in the forest of Vrndavana. [Source : Nectarean Glories of Sri Vrindavana-dhama by Srila Prabodhananda Sarasvati Thakura, 1-83 Translation.] Please click here […]

5:00 AM                 Mangal Arati 5:30 AM                 NRSIMHA PRAYERS 5:45 AM                 TULASI PRAYERS 6:00 AM                 JAPA 7:30 AM                 GURU PUJA 8:00 AM                 GREETING THE DEITIES IN THEIR NEW    GAURA PURNIMA OUTFIT 8:20 AM                 SRIMAD BHAGAVATAM CLASS […]