2nd International Gita Olympiad Workshop in Kurukshetra
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The 2nd International Gita Olympiad Workshop, hosted by ISKCON Kurukshetra in collaboration with Kurukshetra Development Board and Kurukshetra University, was a resounding success. Held at the historic site of Kurukshetra, where Lord Krishna delivered the timeless wisdom of the Bhagavad Gita, the workshop drew over 100 enthusiastic participants, with students traveling from various parts of
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Parikrama in Varsana, the sacred birthplace of Srimati Radharani (photos)
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This vibrant photo collection captures the joyous atmosphere of a spiritual pilgrimage to Varsana, India. The images show a harmonious blend of Western and Indian devotees participating in what appears to be a kirtan (devotional music) celebration. Several photos feature musicians, including someone playing violin and others leading chants, while crowds of participants dance and
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Youth, Faith, and Peace: ISKCON’s Role at the OSCE Conference
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Gandharvika Prema Dasi, a member of the ECRL, speaking at the conference. The Warsaw Human Dimension Conference 2024, held from September 20th to October 11th in Warsaw, Poland, focused on critical human rights and fundamental freedoms across the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) region. This 10-day event, organized by the 2024 OSCE […]

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Devotees Welcome Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Kazan ahead of BRICS Summit
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India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Kazan, Russia with over 20 other world leaders for the upcoming BRICS Summit. ISKCON devotees welcomed him with kirtan and Sadhu Priya Das gifted him with books on Krishna art and a doll made by one of the devotees which was dressed in Tatar style Indian clothing. During […]

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Ethiccraft Club and ISKCON Hold Mega UDGAAR Anti-Addiction Event at DU
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Guru Prasad Swami on main stage with minister, AIIMS Director, and university officials. Ethiccraft Club, a Social & Youth Wing of ISKCON, in collaboration with the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment from the Government of India, organized a Mega Youth Festival “UDGAAR” on October 18th, 2024 at Dehli University’s stadium. More than 8,000 students […]

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Unlocking the Hidden Layers of Srimad Bhagavatam | SB Keshava Swami
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In this video, Svayam Bhagavan Keshava Maharaja delves deep into the teachings of the Srimad Bhagavatam, specifically Canto 1, Chapter 3, Verse 43, which discusses Krishna as the source of all incarnations. Maharaja explains the layered conversations within the Bhagavatam, focusing on the original exchange between Śukadeva Goswami and Parikshit Maharaja. He addresses the timeless
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Lecture – Danavir Goswami (SB 8.2.31 – 22.6.2013)
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HH Danavir Goswami discusses a famous story from Hindu scriptures about the elephant Gajendra and the crocodile, drawn from the Srimad Bhagavatam (SB 8.2.31). Danavir Goswami explains how everyone in the material world struggles for survival and how, in times of distress, pious individuals take shelter in God, referencing Bhagavad Gita 7.16, which identifies four
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31,591 Srimad Bhagavatam Sets: A Global Wave of Transformation | HG Vaisesika Dasa
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Our total for this year was 31,591 sets. I want you to just meditate for a second on what 31,000 sets—not books, but sets of Srimad Bhagavatam—cost. Think of the efforts that Srila Prabhupada undertook to translate them, and then how his servants finished translating and commenting upon these sacred texts. Now, consider what it
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H.G. Sankarshan Prabhu – Mundane vs. Spiritual Wisdom: A Path to Krishna
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In this video, H.G. Sankarshan Prabhu delivers a talk on Chapter 5, Text 16 of the Bhagavad Gita, focusing on the transformative power of spiritual knowledge. He explains how true knowledge, which comes from surrendering to Krishna, dispels ignorance like the rising sun and reveals one’s eternal connection with the Divine. He contrasts mundane and
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Krishna’s Unconditional Love: A Servant’s Journey – Sacinandana Swami
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The video shares insights from a devotional practice of chanting Krishna’s name, focusing on deepening one’s connection with the divine. HH Sacinandana Swami outlines three key steps for chanting with genuine devotion: (1) recognizing oneself as Krishna’s eternal servant, (2) acknowledging Krishna as the eternal master and caretaker, and (3) understanding that the material world
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“Devotees’ Journey: From Kanishtha to Prema Bhakti” – Bhanu Swami 
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In this seminar on “Jaiva Dharma,” Bhanu Swami delves into the concept of nithya karma, or eternal duty, which is synonymous with bhakti (devotion) in relation to society. He explains how some devotees disconnect from societal obligations, especially in India, where the traditional varna and ashrama systems are present. He contrasts the roles of different
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Bringing Holistic Cancer Care to the Devotee Community
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In a recent initiative that merged health care with spiritual support, Bhaktivedanta Manor’s Devotee Care Office hosted a groundbreaking Cancer Workshop. The event, which Mahimarnava Dasa orchestrated in collaboration with One Vision NPO and Macmillan Cancer Support, sought to address a growing need within the devotee community: comprehensive cancer care. Inspired by the increasing number […]

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From Doubt to Devotion: A Spiritual Journey
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In this lecture, Bhrgupati Prabhu discusses the concept of intelligence from the Śrīmad Bhāgavatam (Canto 3, Chapter 26, Text 29). He explains how intelligence is born from the false ego in the mode of passion and is meant to guide the senses, leading to Krishna consciousness, the ultimate expansion of awareness. Bhrgupati Prabhu reflects on
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Nectar Talks Podcast Returns with Enhanced Experiences in Season Two
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Nectar Talks, a podcast hosted by devotees at ISKCON Alachua, has launched its second season following the success of its first. The podcast is dedicated to capturing and sharing the essence of devotees’ spiritual journeys.  In a recent conversation with ISKCON News, Amrita-keli Dasi, one of the podcast hosts, shared some exciting updates about the […]

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Hundreds Joined Bhadra Purnima 2024 Event in Badrinath/ Haridwar
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As part of the 2024 Bhadra Purnima campaign, the Badrinath/Haridwar Yatra distributed more than 150 Srimad Bhagavatam sets over a five-day period. It was yet another wonderful opportunity to reconnect, rejuvenate, and recommit to exploring one of the many channels that Srila Prabhupada continues to provide so that we can participate in his most cherished […]

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Realizations After Surgery | Importance of Appreciation | Mahatma Das
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Summary In the video titled “Realizations After Surgery” Mahatma Prabhu reflects on profound realizations he experienced after undergoing surgery. He shares how, prior to the operation, he had prayed to Krishna to help him not just intellectualize Krishna Consciousness but to deeply feel it. After the surgery, he felt a significant change, becoming deeply emotional
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