Hare Krishna 🙏
Please accept my humble obeisance to all the Vaishnavas.
I have not been initiated. I consider srila Prabhupada and HG Amarendra das Prabhu ji as my guru.
As HG Amarendra das prabhu ji does not initiate anyone.
I do chanting of 16 rounds from 8 months considering under the guidance of Prabhupada and Amarendra prabhu ji without being initiated.
My question is, Is this right, will I be able to make spiritual progress, will I be able to get guru kripa?
Answers to these questions will help me a lot. As I am currently under so much mental struggle about my progress and guru kripa. 🙏
Aspiring devotee and Humble servant,
Anchal
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Hare Krishna Anchal mata ji,
Don't worry so much, Krishna will arrange everything. If you have a deep desire to reach out to a Guru. Krishna who is sitting inside your heart as Supersoul noted you desire. He is already in the process of arranging a guru. But I guess you are struck somewhere with why Amerendra dasa whom you love to have as a diksha guru is not initiating anyone. You want him as your guru. You are aspiring him.
Yeah, I know Amerandra das prabhu and Amoghlila prabhu ji are heart throb of youngsters esp. in those in Bhakti field.
Even I get mesmerized sometimes looking at these two spiritual leaders. They are pocesssing so much potency even thru the youtube we can feel their vibe and can feel the emotion and bhava they have in their heart for Krishna.
Esp. when Amerendra prabhu praises Shree Radha tears roll down my eyes. I wish to meet him one time in my life atleast. The first saw him on youtube as a kid now he is all grownup now. I can feel great positivity and divine aura aroud Amerendra das prabhu ji. All thanks to his guru maharaj who turned a rough stone and carved a beautiful diamond of him.
I love Radhanath das maharaji also. The purity of Him soul can be seen so clearly.
Aha.. I am literally crying now tasting the nectar listening once again to Amerandra prabhu's glorifying Shree Radha.
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/IlI5EDsdljg
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/auzqS5q_6KU
I am crying now. My dear Krishna never leaves Vrindavan He is always in the heart of Shree Radha.
Amerendra prabhu ji ki kitni bhi tareef ki jaaye kam lagta hai mujhe toh. All glories to HIS GURU MAHARAJ ji.
Hare Krishna.
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/QTAScpBtRFM
Radha Radha Radha Radha Radha Krishna Krishna Krishna Krishna Krishna
Hare Krishna Hare Krishna Krishna Krishna Hare Hare Hare Rama Hare Rama Rama Rama Hare Hare !!!!
Radha ka naam sunne le liye aap Shravan lobhi ban jaate ho. Radha Radha Radha Radha
Hare Krishna mata ji. 🙏
Yes, I also feel the same. HG Amarendra das prabhu ji is special. He is divine, his energy, his thoughts, his words all are divine.
I have so much respect for him, as he is all I have, my inspiration. He is the only one with Krishna's mercy who changed my life.
I hope same day I could serve him even in any minimal way.
Thank you so much mata ji for your answer.
Hare Krsna!
You are already on a beautiful path, chanting 16 rounds for 8 months—this is not a small thing! Srila Prabhupada must be very happy with your sincerity, and Amarendra Prabhu Ji would definitely approve of your enthusiasm. So, before we overthink, let’s do a little happy dance because Bhakti is all about joy!
Now, let’s get into the nitty-gritty of your question: Shiksha Guru vs. Diksha Guru—fancy terms, but don’t worry, I’ll explain like a friend!
Shiksha Guru – The Loving Teachers
Think of your Shiksha Gurus as those wonderful teachers who inspire you, guide you, and light up your spiritual path. They don’t officially give initiation, but they give you knowledge, inspiration, and instructions. Srila Prabhupada and Amarendra Prabhu Ji are definitely your Shiksha Gurus because you are learning from them and following their teachings. Shiksha Gurus are like your awesome spiritual coaches!
Diksha Guru – The One Who Officially Adopts You
A Diksha Guru is like your spiritual parent. He gives you a formal initiation (Diksha), takes responsibility for your spiritual growth, and connects you to the disciplic succession (Parampara). Initiation is like getting an official seat at the Bhakti table—your spiritual journey becomes even more solid and blessed. It’s like upgrading from a guest in Krishna’s home to a full-fledged family member!
Will You Make Spiritual Progress Without Initiation?
Of course! Even before getting initiated, chanting sincerely, following Srila Prabhupada’s teachings, and living a Vaishnava life will surely bring spiritual progress. Guru Kripa is already flowing your way. BUT… (Yes, here comes the but!)
Why Should You Get Initiated?
Think of Bhakti as a marathon. Right now, you’re running with full enthusiasm, but getting initiated is like having an experienced coach who officially trains and supports you all the way to the finish line (Goloka Vrindavan!). It strengthens your commitment, deepens your connection to the Parampara, and makes your journey smoother. Plus, Krishna takes it even more seriously when you accept an initiated guru—it's like a divine contract!
What’s the Next Step?
Since Amarendra Prabhu Ji doesn’t give Diksha, no worries! You can seek initiation from any bonafide Vaishnav Sampradaya—whether in ISKCON or another authentic lineage. The key is to find a living guru who is connected to Srila Prabhupada’s teachings and who you feel inspired by. Pray to Krishna, listen to your heart, and when the time is right, you will find your Diksha Guru! Keep the faith, keep chanting, and keep dancing!
Final Thought: Don’t stress too much! Krishna loves you, Guru Kripa is already there, and initiation will happen at the right time. It is not cheating to choose another Diksha Guru than him. Until then, keep serving, keep smiling, and remember—you are already on the divine path!
Hari Hari!
Hare Krishna Prabhu ji 🙏
Thank you so much for your kind words.
I am definately relieved realising guru kripa and Krishna kripa is already there.
Somehow I am not feeling ready to accept anyone else my guru except HG Amarendra das Prabhu ji. He is so special for me, he is all divine and he is all I have as my inspiration.
His words has changed my life and I am in so much dept for my life.
I hope someday I could meet him and offer any minimal service doesn't matter big or small.
Thank You so much Prabhu ji for the answer. As you said, I am believing this - Krishna will look into this 🙂
Hari bol 🙏
Hare Krsna
Will I be able to make spiritual progress ?
Yes, it is possible. Krsna will certainly help sincere souls one 1-to-1 basis. Please refer to following BG by Srila Prabhupada.
A person may have a bona fide spiritual master and may be attached to a spiritual organization, but if he is still not intelligent enough to make progress, then Kṛṣṇa from within gives him instructions so that he may ultimately come to Him without difficulty. The qualification is that a person always engage himself in Kṛṣṇa consciousness and with love and devotion render all kinds of services. He should perform some sort of work for Kṛṣṇa, and that work should be with love. If a devotee is not intelligent enough to make progress on the path of self-realization but is sincere and devoted to the activities of devotional service, the Lord gives him a chance to make progress and ultimately attain to Him.(Purport BG 10.10)
will I be able to get guru kripa?
Yes, by mercy of Krsna it is possible.
Why is the word cheating mentioned in the topic/ Title of this thread ?
Hare Krsna
Hare Krishna Prabhu ji 🙏
Thank you so much for your answer. I am also hoping Ktishna will accept me some day even his most insignificant devotee.
'Cheating' sorry it was typo, auto correct. It was not supposed to be cheating, instead chanting.
Thank you so much.
Hari bol 🙏