Global Bhaktivedanta Institute Seminar: “The Legacy of the Bhaktivedanta Institute, Toward Fulfilling Srila Prabhupada’s Vision.”
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By Nartaka Gopala dasi

When His Divine Grace AC Bhaktivedanta Swami first met Dr.Thoudam D. Singh in the early 70’s, he was so happy to see a disciple of his getting a PhD in science from a respectable University. He said, proudly, “A scientist has joined our movement.” Later on this devotee took sannyasa and became HH Bhakti Svarupa Damodara Maharaja, and along with another brilliant disciple, Sadaputa das (Dr. Richard L. Thompson), the two were among the principal founding members of the Bhaktivedanta Institute that was established Dec 10, 1976 in Washington DC. Prabhupada wanted a Vaishnava Research Institute to present the science of Krishna consciousness to intellectual audiences. Continue reading "Global Bhaktivedanta Institute Seminar: “The Legacy of the Bhaktivedanta Institute, Toward Fulfilling Srila Prabhupada’s Vision.”
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TOVP Srila Prabhupada Murti Vyasa Puja Seva
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A few months ago, we launched the TOVP Srila Prabhupada Murti Nitya Seva Campaign wherein devotees can sponsor Prabhupada’s daily offerings of bhoga and puja, or an outfit to wear. On the auspicious occasion of his 126th Vyasa Puja, we encourage devotees to take advantage of this unique seva opportunity to serve his Mayapur murti.

To become a sponsor, go to the Srila Prabhupada Nitya Seva Campaign page and choose either the one-time or monthly seva for the bhoga and puja offering, or the one-time outfit option.

Srila Prabhupada Vyasa Puja ki jaya!

 

 

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TOVP Srila Prabhupada Murti Vyasa Puja Seva
- TOVP.org

A few months ago, we launched the TOVP Srila Prabhupada Murti Nitya Seva Campaign wherein devotees can sponsor Prabhupada’s daily offerings of bhoga and puja, or an outfit to wear. On the auspicious occasion of his 126th Vyasa Puja, we encourage devotees to take advantage of this unique seva opportunity to serve his Mayapur murti.

To become a sponsor, go to the Srila Prabhupada Nitya Seva Campaign page and choose either the one-time or monthly seva for the bhoga and puja offering, or the one-time outfit option.

Srila Prabhupada Vyasa Puja ki jaya!

 

 

TOVP NEWS AND UPDATES – STAY IN TOUCH

Visit: www.tovp.org
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The TOVP Communications Dept. Releases Two New Flipbooks: The TOVP Story, 1971-2022 & Srila Prabhupada in Mayapur
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On the auspicious occasions of Janmastami and Srila Prabhupada’s Vyasa Puja 2022, the TOVP Communications Department is pleased to announce the release of two new online flipbooks on the TOVP website for the pleasure and inspiration of all devotees.

These books are viewable, downloadable and shareable, and we sincerely hope the reader will enjoy the nectar therein:

The TOVP Story, 1971-2022

This book presents the history and significance of the project from Srila Prabhupada’s time to the present.

The TOVP Story, 1971-2022

Srila Prabhupada in Mayapur

A collection of photos of Srila Prabhupada in Mayapur along with quotes about the TOVP and Mayapur project.

Srila Prabhupada in Mayapur

 

Please consider donating towards the completion and Grand Opening of Lord Nrsimhadeva’s Hall in the TOVP in 2023. Go to the Give To Nrsimha 2023 Fundraiser page and sponsor a Nrsimha Brick today!

 

 

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The TOVP Communications Dept. Releases Two New Flipbooks: The TOVP Story, 1971-2022 & Srila Prabhupada in Mayapur
- TOVP.org

On the auspicious occasions of Janmastami and Srila Prabhupada’s Vyasa Puja 2022, the TOVP Communications Department is pleased to announce the release of two new online flipbooks on the TOVP website for the pleasure and inspiration of all devotees.

These books are viewable, downloadable and shareable, and we sincerely hope the reader will enjoy the nectar therein:

The TOVP Story, 1971-2022

This book presents the history and significance of the project from Srila Prabhupada’s time to the present.

The TOVP Story, 1971-2022

Srila Prabhupada in Mayapur

A collection of photos of Srila Prabhupada in Mayapur along with quotes about the TOVP and Mayapur project.

Srila Prabhupada in Mayapur

 

Please consider donating towards the completion and Grand Opening of Lord Nrsimhadeva’s Hall in the TOVP in 2023. Go to the Give To Nrsimha 2023 Fundraiser page and sponsor a Nrsimha Brick today!

 

 

TOVP NEWS AND UPDATES – STAY IN TOUCH

Visit: www.tovp.org
Support: https://tovp.org/donate/
Email: tovpinfo@gmail.com
Follow: www.facebook.com/tovp.mayapur
Watch: www.youtube.com/c/TOVPinfoTube
View at 360°: www.tovp360.org
Twitter: https://twitter.com/TOVP2022
Telegram: https://t.me/TOVP_GRAM
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Thursday, August 4, 2022
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Wasaga Beach, Ontario

Preparing for MANtra

What is really good news is the preparation for this year’s MANtra retreat. Behind us all are the virtual sessions of 2022 and 2021. This exciting program, now back to physical interactive-ness, carrying the theme “Together Again” will take place in the Appalachian Hills of West Virginia and New Vrindavan. The time soon approaches us – September 9th, 10th & 11th – when men of the Vaishnava orientation will bond on “conscious” living.

Whatever the endeavor in the past four years, whether virtual or practical, it has met with success. So now people can register and plan for the travel. Being one of the founding fathers of MANtra, I am pleased to see a continuity of meaningful philosophical presentations, entertainment, meditations and good eating. Included in the program is a drama prepared by our own Bhakti Academy Toronto (BAT) group. The curtains will be drawn for our production “Demon,” about a father/son relationship gone bad or, as some well-read pastimes from the Vedas would know, it is the story of Prahlad and the Lion Avatar.

It is my hope that other locations on the planet will host similar Men’s retreats, to give attention to the specific needs and concerns of men. It’s much needed. While Vaishnavis have had this session, it is equally important to address concerns for spiritually-powering males.

For today some of that element I experienced while Vishal and I drove up to Wasaga Beach to associate with Jiva Mukta at his home on this most fantastic beach in Wasaga.

May the Source be with you!

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Wednesday, August 3, 2022
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Christie Pits, Toronto

Passing of Atul Krishna

When I flew in to the Toronto airport yesterday, Tuesday, my always kind Nanda Maharaj Das from Brampton picked me up and drove me to nearby Mississauga, to the house of Atul Krishna. He and his wife, Banuja, have been long-term dedicated members of Krishna Consciousness. He has been under difficult health conditions and more recently went for the worse. I felt heart-obliged to see him before anything else. The local devotee care team had been praying for him.

When I saw him at his home, I saw a very frail and bedridden man. It was hard to see him as he was usually a tall figure. His family was around him. We all chanted. He was struggling physically and didn’t seem to recognize me, although he had asked for me only two days before. He was initiated only a year before and, overall, it was time to move on.

After our chanting to him I mentioned to the family, all surrounding, that everything is fine. “He’ll be going. He’ll be in a better place. Unfortunately, we are left here to rot.” That brought some laughter. I just wanted to assure all that he’s okay in Krishna’s hands.

The next day he passed away and the cremation is on for Thursday; a quiet departure, as he wanted. So, rest in peace.

Atul Krishna a.k.a. Atul Behari Pandey, April 21, 1942-August 2, 2022. He was a good man – a good devotee.

May the Source be with you!

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Tuesday, August 2, 2022
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Barrie, Ontario

To Barrie

Sunny (also Srivatsa) is a cool 73 years old man from Guyana who drove me to the north destination, Barrie, Ontario and Lake Simcoe. There we converged with other practitioners of bhaktiyoga at Minet’s Point Park, to be more specific, with Barrie residents Jason, Naina, Mohit, their kids, Krishna Katha and Nimai-Nita to indulge in refreshments, a swim, and a chat. We took in the sun, the water, the wind and each other. Our conviction was 100% on Krishna consciousness. Yes, Krishna should always be the focus, otherwise one gets trapped in the mundaneness.

When the beach fun was completed with this group a few of us proceeded to Krishna K’s home for the most sattvic,Mauritian food by Hari Katha. The yummy episode was followed by our regular Gita Chat for Tuesday evenings, where we delved into Krishna even more, referencing chapter three.

What is chapter three all about?

A good amount of this section addresses sacrifice or, in Sanskrit, yagna. Particularly we looked at food sacrifice. You prepare food and make an offering to the Supreme. That food is sanctified as prasadam. Whereas, in the Jewish tradition, food offered is called kosher. In Christianity (the Catholics) they refer to offered food in the form of the Eucharist. The Muslims halaltheir food. In the Vedic tradition we call it prasadam, or mercy.

Our Gita Chat group stuck to one verse (text 11) and just explored all avenues of food blessing. I think we got a bit hungry.

May the Source be with you!

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