Mauritius, September 2018 – Audio Recordings
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Guest: What is the highest devotion, the highest bhakti, please?
Srila Prabhupada: To love Krishna. If you become expert how to love Krishna… The idea of loving is not unknown to you. You love somebody. You love your wife. You love your children. You love your country. You love your society. There are so many loving aspect. But when you love Krishna, then your life is perfect. That we have to…

Always engaging in Krishna’s service (video)
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Always engaging in Krishna’s service (video)
Srimad Bhagavatam class by H.G Sukhada Dasi in Mayapur, 01 February 2019

The Heart of Bhakti
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Sacinandana Swami: When we start our devotional practices it is possible to keep them up for a while out of a sense of duty. For a while it is possible to practice devotional service mechanically out of a sense of “I have to do this.” But in the end we are not machines! We cannot practice for a long time, if we only do it mechanically, and not experience the taste of it. We can only continue steadily if we get a genuine taste for it - the sweet and relishable taste of bhakti.

Harinama in Kumbha Mela (4 min.video)
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Harinama in Kumbha Mela (4 min.video)
Ecstatic Kirtan by H H Lokanath Swami Maharaja at Kumbha Mela Prayagraj along with All I...

Latest newsletter of the Sri Mayapur Chandrodaya Mandir
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Mayapur Times is a newsletter of the Sri Mayapur Chandrodaya Mandir. The newsletter aims to inform and inspire the local ISKCON community by reporting monthly activities, events, developments and news.>

“Front Stage and Back Stage” (4 min.video)
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Mahatma das: Our front stage is what we show the world, what we want the world to believe about us. Our backstage is who we really are. Ideally, there should be no difference between the two. But if there is a difference, this is not Krishna consciousness.

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When non-literal interpretations often lead to misinterpretations why do scripture contain them – and how much should we use them?
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4 significant words in the Gita’s last verse – Hindi
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[Gitamrita class at ISKCON, Nasik, India]

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Three reflections on our mind-body mechanism Misidentification Utilization Purification – Hindi
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[Bhagavatam class at ISKCON, Nasik, India]

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NYC’s Underground Movement… distributing to Middle Eastern students, tourists and professors…
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NYC’s Underground Movement… distributing to Middle Eastern students, tourists and an Arabic language professor… (Album of photos)
Satyanarayana Das: I pray you have had, or will soon have, the experience of distributing the Arabic books to them, when that favorability can instantly turn into an emotion somewhere between speechless delight and stunned happiness. No one gives them anything in their sacred Arabic language…and it’s like we suddenly become close family members, they want to take pictures with us, etc. It’s an amazing experience that every book distributor should have…

Srila Prabhupada’s glories (Album of photos)
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Srila Prabhupada’s glories (Album of photos)
Indradyumna Swami: Swami Avdheshanand is the leader of one million renunciates called Naga Babas. The Naga Babas are given the privilege of being the first to bath in the Ganges at Kumbha Mela. But before they bath, their guru Swami Avdheshanand bathes. When we met yesterday he said, “Oh yes, I know you. We have met several times before. Your movement is spreading all over the world, creating a genuine spiritual revolution. It is most wonderful what your Prabhupada has done!” It is deeply satisfying to hear so many spiritual leaders speak highly of our spiritual master’s achievements.

School program in Bali (Album of photos and videos)
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School program in Bali (Album of photos and video)
Dina Dharini: Blissful moment for these children today. Food for life and c...

Harinama in Auckland NewZealand (Album of photos) Srila…
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Harinama in Auckland NewZealand (Album of photos)
Srila Prabhupada: O my Lord! Persons who chant the holy names of your Lordsh...

Just because we have drunk a sip of poison doesn’t mean we have to drink the whole cup
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Just because we have drunk a sip of poison doesn’t mean we have to drink the whole cup (Based on Gita 09.30)

Canadian Government’s Health Food Guide goes (almost) veg
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Bhaktimarga Swami: The Canadian Health Food Guide was recently re-released and it's been a cause of controversy over the fact that it weighs heavily on plant-based food and goes lean on the meat. Yes, the meat and dairy industries aren't too pleased over it

An enthusiastic crowd in Gasparilla Pirate parade, in Tampa, Florida, encounters Lord Jagganath and His devotees
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An enthusiastic crowd in Gasparilla Pirate parade, in Tampa, Florida, encounters Lord Jagganath and His devotees (17 min.video)
Krishna-kripa Das: I have never seen a crowd so enthusiastic to encounter a Ratha-yatra procession as that watching the Gasparilla Pirate parade in Tampa, as Visvambhar Prabhu and devotees from Alachua, Gainesville, and Tampa chanted Hare Krishna and danced for three hours in jubilation. Viewers perfect their sight seeing Jagannath and their touch by touching the passing devotees. Not allowed to distribute literature, devotees share lollipops with the crowd. Unlimited thanks to Bhadra Prabhu, for arranging our participation for the second year in that popular Florida parade, and to all his assistants. January 26, 2018.
The parade featured some 120 floats. The devotees’ section began with a brilliant red and yellow Rathayatra cart, carrying gorgeous Deities of Jagannath, Baladeva and Subhadra.

Sravan Utsava Schedule:28 Feb to 03 March,2019
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“Persons who hear Śrīmad-Bhāgavatam regularly and are always taking the matter very seriously will have the Personality of Godhead Śrī Kṛṣṇa manifested in their hearts within a short time.”-Srimad Bhagavatam 2.8.4 Absorb yourself in the necatrean topics for full three days- either by being in Mayapur or listening online- a perfect way of meditation for […]

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Don’t give the mind power of attorney blindly – Hindi
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[Bhagavatam class at ISKCON, Nasik, India]

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In bhakti, we don’t just make an offering – we are ourselves the offering
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[Sunday feast class at ISKCON, Mira Road, Mumbai, India]

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Shouldn’t the desire for sense gratification go down in those who are advancing in Krishna consciousness?
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ISKCON-London Community Newsletter: Latest Edition out!
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ISKCON-London Community Newsletter: Latest Edition out!
This edition, we take a glimpse behind the scenes of our 49th Annivers...

Monkey seva
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Govardhana is enchanting… and simultaneously educational. At every turn there is a lesson to learn. While pacing the peaceful perimeter path yesterday, a street vendor suddenly announced: “Monkey seva! Monkey seva!” It was an invitation to feed the mischief-making monkeys that had congregated. “Monkey seva is my thing” I thought, “I’ve been feeding this monkey-like mind for lifetimes!” Some nuts for our furry friends today, but the inner monkey has to diet. Walking a little further we encountered an elderly ascetic performing ‘dandavat parikrama.’ After diligently bowing prostrate 108 times in the same spot, he moves forward the length of his body, and repeats the process… with a vow to circumambulate the entire hill in that way. It’s a vow that may take ten years to complete. What focus! What dedication and determination! I don’t think my monkey-like mind would cooperate with that one.

Krishna the All Attractive
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We are all persons and if God is also a person, as we understand from Vedic literature, then what is so special about Him that He should be considered the Supreme Personality of Godhead. A video by ISKCON Desire Tree.

Radhadesh Mellows 2019 Day 1 – Tulasi Sutaria
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Introducing “Ahimsa Balancing”
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As an aspiring devotee of Krishna, I face a moral problem: I am pro-dairy but anti-cruelty and anti-slaughter, and I know that the dairy industry and the slaughter industry are partners in cruelty and killing.

Appreciating New Vrindaban-Dhama, Her Beauty and Glory, Message and Grace – Photobook by Varsana Swami
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Nestled in the wooded hilltops of the Appalachian Foothills, New Vrindaban is a favorite destination for thousands of pilgrims every year. Varsana Swami’s new photo book is an invitation to realize and enter its deeper, magical dimensions of Sri Dhama.

How to surrender to Krishna (video)
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How to surrender to Krishna (video)
Bhagavad Gita Discourse by HG Vaisesika Dasa in ISKCON of Silicon Valley, USA.

Sunday, January 27th, 2019
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Toronto, Ontario

I Walked by the Old Home

The Canadian Health Food Guide was recently re-released and it's been a cause of controversy over the fact that it weighs heavily on plant-based food and goes lean on the meat. Yes, the meat and dairy industries aren't too pleased over it, yet it's a great victory for those who live by the more veg lifestyle——sattvic,as we say, or, in the mode of goodness. https://food-guide.canada.ca/en/food-guide-snapshot/

I know that some of my colleagues won't be too thrilled about the challenge to cow's milk. Frankly, milk has in recent years been of poor quality. Consumers of dairy are charged with supporting the merciless slaughter industry. It is an ugly business. Thoughtful are we when we give some consideration to supporting ahimsa (non-violent) products, that is milk from cows and bulls not raised for slaughter.

Discussions will go on, on the topic of the rights and wrongs of dairy consumption. http://www.dandavats.com/?p=26636 Followers of bhakti-yoga will have to give much attention to this debate and hopefully vie for the cow/bull protection culture.

Regarding the abstinence of meat, I can proudly say I haven't put animal flesh to my tongue for forty-seven years. I was reminded of my radical change in life when I walked by the old home on 187 Gerrard Street this evening. It was the location of our temple back in the seventies. That's where I joined in early '73. I never turned back to civilian life, so to speak. I believe I made a good decision. It was perfect for me. http://www.prabhupadaconnect.com/PhotoAlbum38.html

May the Source be with you!

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Saturday, January 26th, 2019
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Oakville, Ontario

The Car and the Body

You would think that I would be fond of automobiles, since I have my best naps when I'm a passenger and they’re in motion. It doesn't seem to fail; the vibration lulls me to sleep. For that I am grateful, however, I still view them, cars or trucks, as easy death machines.

On both to and from Kasyapa and Pachami's home in Oakville, I did doze—happily. Nevertheless, the word is out that pedestrians are at a disadvantage. Apparently, there are record high accident fatalities in the Greater Toronto Area. It seems like drivers are not careful enough, nor pedestrians, in some cases.

The case in point is that while we live in a world which glamorizes the auto, rarely do we speak of their dark side. I think the car is a drug.

While on the topic of vehicles, our bodies are such. They do transport us at speed levels that are reasonable. They also need care. I was fortunate to have a person from the area do a massage from neck to toe. Ugresh, fifty-two, came by the ashram to lay on the mustard seed oil and massage it in. Mustard oil heats up the body which absorbs it quite well. Massage is something that was thoroughly executed on the body of our guru, Prabhupada, daily. It enhances relaxation, improves the movement of the bodily airs, makes muscles happy, and gives some addition to your life.

Walking and massage are two great ways of putting joy into life. When walking, watch those cars. They will give you a real hard massage if you’re not prudent.

May the Source be with you!

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Friday, January 25, 2019
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Brampton, Ontario

From Alice to Hanuman

Long before I became a monk, I ventured off to a rock concert like many of us teens in those days. A group of friends and I crossed the border to Detroit, to the venue Cobo Hall, to see music sensation and band, "Alice Cooper," do their theatrics on stage, in addition to hearing their music. "I'm eighteen and I know what I want..." went the lyrics. It was interesting, although I didn't really care for the music. His electric chair routine was unique.

Well, I was reminded of those words when I went to the Salwan residence in Brampton. It was a party to honour Hiten who just turned eighteen. He played mrdunga drum to a chanting session. The capacity of the house was full. We all got on our feet to dance. Hiten had fun, and I believe he is more together than Alice Cooper was who declared he knew what he wanted at eighteen. Alice went on to become a heavy drinker, eventually pulled away, got sober, and landed with Christian spirituality.

I'm happy for both.

Just prior to leaving for Brampton, which entailed walking through a brutal Arctic blast before reaching the subway, I chatted with Raymond who passed his eighteenth, six years ago. Raymond just completed reading the epic, "The Ramayan."

"Man, oh man!" he remarked. "This story is sooo good. I just love it."

"What's your favourite part?"

"Hanuman! Hands down!"

Today's the day for heroes. There's Ram, Hanuman, Hiten, Raymond, and finally Alice.

May the Source be with you!

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Mental Muscle
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Most times we can’t make up our mind. Even when we do, we keep changing our mind. When there are challenges, we lose our mind.

North American Temple Presidents Prioritize Integrating Next Generation
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At the ISKCON North American Temple Presidents’ Meeting this January, one of the major points of focus was Integrating the Next Generation Youth, with practical steps taken to involve the next generation in ISKCON temples at all levels.

First Vaishnavi Sanga Retreat Held In Vidarbha
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By Jayabhadra devi dasi

While in Jagannatha and Mayapur yatras in December 2018, I prayed to Lord Jagannatha, “O Lord, I am not doing any service these days. My spiritual master, Lokanath Maharaja, wants me to work hard preaching for the ISKCON Girls’ Forum (IGF), but I am not making much effort. Please guide me O Lord!” Then I thought of arranging a retreat for young women somewhere in the Vidarbha region to share our views and inspire us for the IGF preaching. When I mentioned this to ISKCON Amravati temple president Anantasesa dasa he exclaimed, “So you are organizing Vidarbha Vaishnavi Sanga!’’ That’s how I got the name for the retreat. Continue reading "First Vaishnavi Sanga Retreat Held In Vidarbha
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Sun Love Feast – Feb 3rd, 2019 – Vedic discourse by Her Grace Prema Gaurangi Mataji
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Chant: Hare Krishna Hare Krishna Krishna Krishna Hare Hare

Hare Rama Hare Rama Rama Rama Hare Hare

And Be Happy!!

ayur harati vai pumsam
udyann astam ca yann asau
tasyarte yat-ksano nita
uttama-sloka-vartaya

Both by rising and by setting, the sun decreases the duration of life of everyone, except one
who utilizes the time by discussing topics of the all-good Personality of Godhead.
~ Srimad Bhagavatam 2.3.17

11.00 - 11.15    Tulsi Puja
11.15 - 11.30     Guru Puja
11:30 - 11:55    Aarti & Kirtan
11.55 - 12.00    Sri Nrsingadeva Prayers
12.00 - 1:00 Vedic discourse
1.00 - 1.30 Closing Kirtan
1.30 - 2.00 Sanctified Free Vegetarian Feast

COMING UP AHEAD

Bhaimi Ekadasi
Fasting.....................on Fri Feb 15th, 2019
Breakfast................ on Sat Feb 16th, 2019 b/w 7:16am – 10:47 am

Every fortnight, we observe Ekadasi, a day of prayer and meditation. On this day we fast (or
simplify our meals and abstain from grains and beans), and spend extra time reading the scriptures
and chanting the auspicious Hare Krishna mantra.By constantly ‘exercising’ our minds through
regular japa we can train our senses to push the threshold of contentment.

English audio glorification of all Ekadasis is available here

ONGOING PROGRAMS

Adult Education At The Temple
ISKCON Brampton offers various courses and Seminars for adults. The courses take a personal approach to learning. It encourages the student not only to study thoroughly the contents of Srila Prabhupada’s books but also to clearly understand the philosophy and practically apply it. The course focuses on behaviour and character, nurturing students in appropriate Vaishnava values.
Professionally designed and presented, it draws on the principles of Krishna consciousness
and the best of progressive education. In this way, it is true to ISKCON’s heritage and at the
same time relevant to its mission in contemporary society.

For further information, please contact HG Prema Gaurangi Devi Dasi @ premagaurangi.jps@hotmail.com

Sunday School

To register,contact us
Email:sundayschool108@gmail.com
Call:647.893.9363

The Sunday School provides fun filled strategies through the medium of music, drama, debates,
quizzes and games that present Vedic Culture to children. However the syllabus is also designed
to simultaneously teach them to always remember Krishna and never forget Him.
The Sunday School follows the curriculum provided by the Bhaktivedanta College of Education and Culture (BCEC).

Monthly sankirtan Festival(MSF)

“One who has life can preach, and one who preaches gets life.”(Previous Acaryas)

Every member of ISKCON should have the opportunity to make advancement in Krishna
consciousness by preaching.We encourage everyone to come out and participate and make
Srila Prabhupada happy.

Please contact:
Dharma Dasa- dharandev58@gmail.com-647.892.0739(Mississauga and Brampton regions)

The Mentorship Program

Please note that registration in the Mentorship System is now a mandatory requirement for all initiation requests at ISKCON Brampton.It

1.Facilitates and nurtures devotees aspiring for first and second Initiation.
2.One-on-One personal follow up on a regular basis.
3.Systematic training to devotees in matters of Philosophy, Sadhna, Vaishnava behavior, etiquette, Lifestyle and attitudes.

To find details please click here

Gift Shop

Are you looking for some amazing gift items which are less expensive and more beautiful for your
loved ones for festivals or many other occasions??
Our boutique is stocked with an excellent range of products, perfect for gifts or as souvenirs of your
visit. It offers textiles, jewelry, incense, devotional articles, musical instruments, books, and CDs
inspired by Indian culture.We're open on all Sundays and celebrations marked in our annual calendar.