A TOVP Flyover – Get a Bird’s-eye View
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From the drone camera of Ajita Caitanya prabhu of the TOVP Construction Department we present a recent TOVP flyover of the entire temple structure, giving us a birds-eye view of this magnificent structure from the outside. This October we will be celebrating the opening of the completed Nrsimhadeva Wing of the temple, and from December,

Firstpost Website Posts TOVP Article
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On February 22, the India-based news website, Firstpost posted an article about the TOVP: Norwegian diplomat shares photo of world’s largest temple; take a look. Included in the article are Twitter and website links to view photos, cgi images and videos of the Temple of the Vedic Planetarium. The original Twitter photo post of the

Images of the Completed TOVP Nrsimhadeva Temple and Hall
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In October of 2023 the TOVP will complete and reveal to all, the largest Nrsimhadeva Temple in the world. With over 10,000 sq. ft. of surrounding space and five levels of terraces adorned with paintings and bas-relief art panels depicting the pastimes of Lord Nrsimha and Prahlad Maharaja, this magnificent creation is a miracle in

TOVP Flipbooks for Gaura Purnima, 2023
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For Gaura Purnima and Nityananda Trayodasi 2022 the TOVP published two inspiring and informative free online flipbooks detailing the history of the making, arrival and installation of our beloved Mayapur Pancha Tattva Deities. We present them here again this year in observance of the 2023 Gaura Purnima Festival for devotees to read and relish. As

Vijaya Ekadasi and the TOVP, 2023
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According to the Vedic calendar, Vijaya Ekadasi falls on the 11th day of the month of Phalgun during the Krishna paksha (dark fortnight), waning phase of the Moon. The significance of Vijaya Ekadashi has been described in the several Vedic scriptures. The term ‘Vijaya’ in literal meaning signifies victory. Observance of Vijaya Ekadashi and it’s

TOVP Presents: Lord Nrsimhadeva Comes to Mayapur
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“The installation of Lord Nrsimhadeva lasted three days July 28-30, 1986. I remember feeling apprehensive that perhaps the installation was too simple. The grave warnings of the Sankaracarya of Kanchipuram had deeply impressed me. But my mind was soon appeased by the loud, dynamic kirtana. Sankirtana-yajna, the chanting of Hare Krsna, the only true opulence

Srila Bhaktivinoda Thakura’s Mayapur Prediction
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‘Gata-varsha’ (The Last Year) is an editorial written by Srila Bhaktivinoda Thakura for Sajjana Tosani, Vol.12, Issue 1 in 1900. The Thakura reviews the spiritual achievements made during the last year, and predicts that in future, people from all nations will come to the birthplace of Mahaprabhu. He also mentions his son, Siddhanta Sarasvati in

Bhaimi Ekadasi and the TOVP, 2023
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Vaishnava Jaya (Bhaimi) Ekadasi is an important fasting ritual observed on the 11th day during the Shukla Paksha (the bright fortnight of moon) in the month of Madhava in the Vaishnava calendar. This observance falls somewhere between the months of January to February in the Gregorian calendar. Jaya Ekadasi is also popularly called as Bhaimi

Sat-tila Ekadasi and the TOVP, 2023
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Sat-tila Ekadasi is also known as Trisprisha Ekadasi. This Ekadasi occurs in the dark fortnight of the month of Magha (January/February). The glories of Sat-tila Ekadasi are narrated in the Bhavisyottara Purana in a conversation between the sage Dalbhya and Pulastya muni. This is the first Ekadasi of the year 2023. It is an auspicious

TOVP “WE RUN, YOU WIN” Marathon Medallions
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The TOVP 2024 Marathon is underway to open Lord Nrsimhadeva’s Wing in October, 2023 and thereafter the TOVP during a three-month-long festival from December, 2024 until Gaura Purnima, March, 2025. One unique sponsorship opportunity are three specially designed Medallions as part of our ‘WE RUN, YOU WIN’ Marathon. Designed after the Olympics medallion, these beautiful

TOVP Nrsimhadeva Wing ‘Doors of the Dhama’ Campaign
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The TOVP Fundraising Department is pleased to announce the Doors of the Dhama Campaign to fund the production of sixteen doors surrounding the Nrsimhadeva altar. The entire Nrsimhadeva Wing and altar is scheduled to open in October, 2023. Set within specially designed glass frames with decorative marble borders are sixteen 9’/3m x 11’/4m Burma teakwood

TOVP Now – Help Open The Lord’s Temple!
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As we enter the year 2023, His Grace Braja Vilasa prabhu, TOVP Co-Chairman, gives an inspiring appeal to help complete the TOVP and reach the next milestones to achieve that goal. In October, 2023 the completed Nrsimhadeva Wing and altar will open. The Grand Opening of the TOVP will be celebrated during a three-month-long festival

ISKCON Leadership Sanga (ILS) 2023 at the TOVP
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The TOVP management is pleased to announce that from February 12-16, 2023 the ISKCON Leadership Sanga (ILS) will have their annual seminars in the TOVP. Braja Vilasa, TOVP Co-Chairman and ILS Committee Member stresses the importance of these meetings for ISKCON leaders, and invites all devotees with leadership positions to attend this important sanga and

Putrada Ekadasi and the TOVP, 2023
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Putrada Ekadasi falls on the 11th lunar day of the fortnight of the waxing moon in the Vedic month of Pausha (December/January). This day is also known as Pausha Putrada Ekadashi, to differentiate it from the other Putrada Ekadashi in the month of Shravana (July/August), which is also called Shravana Putrada Ekadasi. This is the

TOVP New Year’s Message from Ambarisa and Braja Vilasa Prabhus
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Dear Devotees and Friends of the TOVP, Hare Krishna! Please accept our obeisances. All glories to Srila Prabhupada! First, thank you to all the devotees who have supported our efforts over the years. We are forever and eternally indebted to you. The year 2022 comes to a close, opening the door to the beginnings of

TOVP Nrsimha Wing Opening October, 2023 – Sponsor a Nrsimha Brick Today!
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We are heading towards the final months to sponsor a Nrsimha Brick. Sponsors will have their names inscribed on the Brick which will be placed under Lord Nrsimhadeva’s altar to remain for hundreds of years. With the opening of the completed Nrsimha Wing and altar in October, 2023, there is limited time to take advantage

TOVP Nrsimhadeva Wing Diamonds of the Dome Campaign
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Most ISKCON devotees have now become aware that in October, 2023 the TOVP will be opening the completed Nrsimhadeva Wing and altar. Prahlad-Nrsimhadeva will be moved onto Their new altar, along with Pancha Tattva, Radha Madhava/Ashta Sakhis and 15 new parampara acharya Deities, during the TOVP Grand Opening, a three-month-long festival scheduled for December, 2024

TOVP GIVE TO NRSIMHA 2023 Campaign! Help Open His Temple
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This January, 2023 begins the countdown to the Grand Opening of the Nrsimhadeva Wing in the Temple of the Vedic Planetarium in October. The entire structure of the Lord’s 12,000 sq. ft. (1,115 sq. m.) hall including His magnificent marble and granite altar will be completed and a grand festival is planned (date to be

TOVP Publishes a Pre-opening Pictorial Flipbook of the Completed Nrsimhadeva Wing
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The TOVP Communications Department is pleased to announce the release of our newest online publication, a pre-opening pictorial and descriptive flipbook of the completed Nrsimhadeva Wing. This beautifully rendered flipbook designed by Sri Radha devi dasi from Canada illustrates the completed hall using cgi images and a 360° panoramic view created by the TOVP 3D

Amazing 360° Panorama of the Completed TOVP Nrsimhadeva Wing
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The TOVP 3D Department has recently finished a 360° panorama view of the completed Nrsimhadeva Wing. Srisha das and Pavan Gopa das have rendered their collection of cgi images into an all-encompassing and awe-inspiring picture of the entire hall and altar, viewable from left to right, up and down, and zoomable in or out. In

TOVP Nrsimhadeva Wing Update: Braja Vilasa Das, November 2022
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This new Nrsimhadeva Wing update video from Sriman Braja Vilasa Das, TOVP Co-chairman and Director of Development, will not only inform you but will fill your heart and soul with inspiration and tears of joy to see the work going on in this magnificent and historic project, the Temple of the Vedic Planetarium. Scheduled for

H.H. Kadamba Kanana Swami Speaks About the TOVP
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His Holiness Kadamba Kanana Swami, a senior disciple of Jayadvaita Swami and ISKCON initiating guru speaks about the glories of the Temple of the Vedic Planetarium and the Grand Opening Festival scheduled for December 2024 through Gaura Purnima, 2025. Please support the completion and opening of the Nrsimha Wing in October, 2023 by visiting the

TOVP 2023 Online Calendar Now Available
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We are pleased to announce the release of the TOVP 2023 online calendar for both North America and India. Focusing on the opening of Lord Nrsimhadeva’s Wing in October, 2023, each calendar month displays a beautiful photo of Mayapur Nrsimhadeva by photographers Thakur Saranga das and Aradhya Gauranga das. Using our state-of-the-art flipbook service, the

Thanksgiving and the TOVP Giving Tuesday Campaign. Give thanks to Srila Prabhupada!
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Dear U.S. TOVP Donors and Supporters, Please accept my obeisances. All glories to Srila Prabhupada. Hare Krishna! Today is Thanksgiving in the United States, a holiday set aside to give thanks to God. This country has always attempted to have God as an essential part of the lifestyle and culture. Even U.S. currency has “In

Cintamani – A Spiritual Touchstone
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Making of the Mayapur Vyasa Asana for Srila Prabhupada by Ananda Lila Devi Dasi A Video from the Mayapur Deity Outfit Department: Mayapur Divine Threads “Cintamani” – A spiritual touchstone that turns anything that comes in contact with it into gold, and yet remains the same. This video documents the offering of a cintamaṇi themed

Puranic and Siddhantic Cosmology Conference, Govardhan Ecovillage, November 4-6, 2022
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ISKCON, Chowpatty, in academic collaboration with the Bhaktivedanta Institute for Higher Studies in Gainesville, Florida (BIHS) and the Bhaktivedanta Research Center in Mumbai (BRC), will be hosting an international hybrid cosmology conference at the Govardhan EcoVillage (GEV) just north of Mumbai, November 4–6, 2022, titled “Puranic and Siddhantic Cosmology: Within an Experiential Mathematical Framework.” For

H.G. Ambarisa Das Message for Srila Prabhupada’s Divine Disappearance Day
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Dear Devotees, Please accept my obeisances. All glories to Srila Prabhupada. I am writing this message to you during a solemn yet joyful time when we recall the disappearance of His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, the Founder-Acharya of ISKCON. It is solemn because of the very heart-wrenching reality that Srila Prabhupada left our

Pasankusa Ekadasi and the TOVP 2022
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Pasankusa or Papankusa Ekadasi is one of the most significant Vedic fasting days, and is observed in the Ashwin month on the eleventh day (Ekadasi) of Shukla Paksha. Therefore, the festival is also popular as ‘Ashwina-Shukla Ekadasi’. According to the Gregorian calendar, this festival is celebrated either in the month of October or September. Pasankusa