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Greeting Deities & Guru Puja – 24.12.2014
A moment of truth
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(Kadamba Kanana Swami, October 2014, Mayapur, India, Siksastakam Seminar: Verses 1&2, Part 1) The process of glorification of Krsna through his name is actually our means of purification. So we are preparing to chant and the first reason why we chant, is for purification, whether it is in kirtan or japa. In japa, we are exposed […]
New Year’s Bhakti Retreat in New Vrindaban Dham
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Everyone is invited! We would be honored to have your association at New Vrindaban’s New Year’s Bhakti Retreat starting the evening of Wed. Dec. 31, 2014 through Sun. Jan. 3, 2015. Spend this New Year’s Eve along with your whole family in the scenic, rolling hills of West Virginia, getting spiritually re-charged. Associate with experienced […]
Brahmājī on Nāma-Kīrtan
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“The best way to turn our affection towards you is by hearing your heartfelt kīrtan issuing from hearts completely saturated with pure devotion. Then we will be able to see your All-Attractive form existing within the lotus of our own hearts, revealing yourself in exactly the shape we lovingly contemplate. “This kīrtan is much more … Continue reading Brahmājī on Nāma-Kīrtan
Kirtan by Abhay on Nov. 13, 2014
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Art of Kīrtan 4 – Example
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Here is a super basic example of the basic structure for using all three speeds of the 3-beat (half, normal and double speeds). Start off with the half speed, let it speed up and slow it back down. When you are ready, switch it to normal speed and let that consistently and gradually build speed. … Continue reading Art of Kīrtan 4 – Example
Gaura Purnima Sponsorships
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On the 2nd of March devotees will arrive for Sravana Utsava & Kirtan Mela, followed by festival inauguration, various festivities, Navadwipa Mandala Parikrama, and the grand celebration of Gaura Purnima on the 25th of March. Click here for: GAURA P…
If Krishna’s Name Approaches Your Mouth…
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If Krishna’s Name Approaches Your Mouth… “Oh, it is amazing!” Devahūti exclaimed to Kapila, “If your precious name comes even to the tip of anyone’s tongue, even a barbaric dog-eater, that person becomes the most respectable guru! Those who embrace your beloved name have successfully completed all self-disciplines, sacrificial rituals, sacred baths, and studies of […]
The Art of Kīrtan, Part 1 – Introduction
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The Art of Kīrtan, Part 1 – Introduction Kīrtan is the central practice of bhakti-yoga, the spiritual path of devotion. Essentially, bhakti-yoga is anukūlyenānuśilana — an expression of affection. Kīrtan literally means “celebration.” It is a celebration of affection. The most important, powerful form of kīrtan is nāma-kīrtan, “celebration of a name.” We celebrate the […]
New Vrindaban Hosts Special Deity Worship Seminar
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DEITY WORSHIP SEMINAR Presented by His Grace Jayananda das www.deityworship.com www.mayapuracademy.org Details are below the schedule. Schedule Fri. Dec. 5, 2014 Seminar 11:00 am-1:30 pm Lunch 1:30 pm Seminars 3:00 pm- 7:00 pm Sat. Dec. 6, 2014 Special Early Class 8:00 am -9:00 am Seminar 10:00 am – 1:30 pm Seminars […]
Journey of Service
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Last year when I was living in the holy village of Mayapur, I would visit Srila Prabhupad’s samadhi and pray, pray to be of service. I passed many evenings of prayer in that great marble hall surrounded by the glory of Srila Prabhupad’s life. The whisp…
Radha Gokulananda Temple oct 21 HG Madhava Prabhu’s kirtan
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Radha Gokulananda Temple oct 21 HG Madhava Prabhu’s kirtan
Kirtan by Abhay on Nov. 6, 2014
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Snapshots and Huge Pictures
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Have you ever noticed that I tend to write on my blog about “snapshot” experiences that somehow impact my heart?Have you ever noticed that I rarely write about the “huge picture” experiences that impact my heart?Maybe it’s because the “snapshot” experi…
Welcome Seminar Lecture Vrindavan, India : “Krishna’s Vrindavan Pastimes”
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INTERNATIONAL SOCIETY FOR KṚṢṆA CONSCIOUSNESS Founder-Ācārya: His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupāda Welcome Lecture Given By His Holiness Bhakti Charu Swami Kṛṣṇa’s Vṛndāvana Pastimes, Vṛndāvana, India, 13 November 2014 When and wherever we are with Kṛṣṇa, only then can we be truly happy. kṛṣṇa sūrya-sama māyā haya andhakāra yāhāṅ Kṛṣṇa tāhāṅ nāhi māyāra(…)
Bhakti lata At A Glance
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This was my homework assignment today for one of my English classes:Draft your own autobiographical poem and follow this structure:The first line is your first name, followed by a line of three words that describe you to yourself. The next line is some…
Hare Krishna Kirtan at Iskcon Mira road by Mahabhuja Prabhu
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Hare Krishna Kirtan at Iskcon Mira road by Mahabhuja Prabhu
Mangal Aratii Of Sri Sri Radha Gopinath 12th oct 2014
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Mangal Aratii Of Sri Sri Radha Gopinath 12th oct 2014
Potency personified
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(Kadamba Kanana Swami, 29 September 2014, Pretoria, South Africa, House Program) Tonight, we will perform this kirtan-yajna. It is the recommended yajna for this age. It is more potent than any other form of sacrifice. The Ādi purāṇa explains that by chanting, Krsna is directly present and we are directly associating with him. So, we […]
KIRTAN (by Mahat) Sep. 18, 2014
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Greeting Deities & Guru Puja – 27.09.2014 Iskcon London
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Greeting Deities & Guru Puja – 27.09.2014 Iskcon London
Chant the Holy Name
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*name has been changed in this post for privacy”May I help you in some way?” I asked the customer who had just walked into La Maison du Chocolat.”Sure,” she replied, “I’m looking for a gift for a friend,””Okay, sure, what would you be looking for? Your…
Room Without A Roof
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Images from yesterday’s wedding play through my mind in snippets of magic.The mysticism of the ceremony,the tears of those present,Jai’s sober expression as he vowed to protect Syama,the grins of pure joy of everyone (yes, everyone) dancing in kirtan,S…
September 11 kirtan
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Kirtan – Mantra Meditation
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Vyasa Puja in New Vrindaban – A Picture Story
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Cooking Prabhupada’s Feast Accompanied by a Kirtan and Parade through kitchen
Kitchen Maestro Advaita at work
Srila Prabhupada gets a special cake offering.
The devotees are about to offer Puspanjali-flowers to Srila Prabhupada.
Devotees read or …
New Vrindaban’s 44th Janmastami Festival- A Mood of Teamwork
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Team Work – Janmastami 2014 by Lilasuka dasi The days leading up to a Janmastami festival are often exciting and energy-charged. This year, some specific pre-Janmastami preparations held a special fascination for many. Doing service together in co-operation with other devotees and friends towards a common goal is truly the key to surcharging both the […]
New Vrindaban’s Janmastami and Prabhupada Appearance Day Delights
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Here is a picture story of New Vrindaban’s 44th Janmastami and Prabhupada’s Appearance Day festivals. Hare Krsna!
Yoga + Dinner
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Reflections on the Soul
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January 3rd, 2013Today I went to Tim Carter’s ash immersion ceremony.Our small party took a boat to the other side of the sacred river Ganga. When the actual ceremony began, Tim’s family members gathered around and the ashes were brought out. I had bee…
More Principle, Less Detail – Krishna Lounge Talk & Kirtan for July 31st 2014
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Kirtan lead by Mahat Tattva das: Kirtan lead by Giriraj Gopal dasa: Talk by Mahat Tattva dasa:
Malaga Retreat 2014 – Introduction Talk
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INTERNATIONAL SOCIETY FOR KRISHNA CONSCIOUSNESS Founder-Ācārya: His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupāda The following presentation is an introduction talk for the Malaga Retreat 2014 by His Holiness Bhakti Charu Swami, given on Wednesday 16 June 2014 in Spain. His Grace Priyavrata Prabhu: Please welcome His Holiness Bhakti Charu Swami with three Haribols: Haribol! Haribol! Haribol!(…)
Krishna Lounge Talk & Kirtan for July 24th 2014
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Kirtan lead by Mahat Tattva das: Kirtan lead by Giriraj Gopal dasa: Talk by Mahat Tattva dasa:
Yum Yums Vegetarian Cuisine
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Krishna Lounge Kirtan & Talk for July 17th 2014
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Kirtan lead by Mukunda: Kirtan lead by Giriraj Gopal dasa: Talk by Giriraj Gopal dasa:
Graffiti
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(photo by thingsnobodycaresabout.com)I walk past the gutterslittered with trashand the walls scrawledwith shapeless letters.Music with no melody,only beats and mutters,blares from speakers.Lined, unsmiling facesand crossed armsgreet me on…
Stay on the bus!
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(Kadamba Kanana Swami, 09 July 2014, Serbia, Summer Camp, Lecture after kirtan) In Mayapur, there is a bus that stops everyday in front of the gate of our Sri Caitanya Candrodaya Mandir. When one gets on the bus in Bengal, it is not uncommon that people are involved in a heated discussion because Bengali people […]
Welcome Lecture USA Retreat 2014 – Gītā-Nāgarī
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INTERNATIONAL SOCIETY FOR KRISHNA CONSCIOUSNESS Founder-Ācārya: His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupāda Welcome Lecture Given By His Holiness Bhakti Charu Swami USA Retreat 2014, Gītā-Nāgarī, 23 July 2014. [Guru Mahārāja leads kīrtana singing Hare Kṛṣṇa maha-mantra] nama om visnu-pādāya Kṛṣṇa-presthāya bhū-tale śrīmate bhaktivedānta-svāmin iti nāmine namas te sārasvate deve gaura-vānī-pracārine nirviśesa-śūnyavādi-pāścātya-deśa-tārine Śrīla Prabhupāda Ki Jaya!(…)
New Vrindaban Celebrates 4th Pushpa Abhishek Flower Bathing Ceremony
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Quickly becoming a favorite New Vrindaban festival, the Fourth Annual Pushpa Abhishek will be celebrated Sat. July 26, 2014. Their Lordships, Sri Sri Radha Vrindaban Chandra will be showered with thousands of fragrant flower petals of all colors and descriptions in the evening, accompanied by ecstatic Hare Krsna kirtan. Please join us if you’d like. […]