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Youth Festival for Girls!!

Posted by Ankita Sharma on November 8, 2008 at 1:31pm

BHAKTI LATA YOUTH FESTIVAL FOR GIRLSMy Day with Lord KrishnaHare Krsna Dear Vaishnavi Sakhis/Matajis,Announcing our forthcoming Youth fest : "Bhakti Lata"The fest is to be held on 30 November 2008, Gurukul hall. Its a whole day festival starting from 7am until 7pm. The activities are summarised as below :KirtanSeminarsDramaGamesQuiz CompetitionFilm ShowsNot to forget the Sumptuous Prasadam for breakfast, lunch and dinner.....along with the tons of prizes to be won on the spot!!!Only Girls under

What to Do When Your Mind is Very Disturbed!

Posted by sanjay krishna on October 29, 2008 at 12:40pm

What to Do When Your Mind is Very Disturbed!Krishna consciousness is that state of mind in which one is completely free from all disturbance. But a neophyte devotee who is still trying to develop his Krishna consciousness is not purely absorbed in Krishna consciousness yet and therefore sometimes experiences disturbances of mind as he struggles to advance himself along the path of bhakti.What should he do when such disturbances arise? He should certainly not abandon the pathway of Krishna consci

Damodara month launch in Klang, Malaysia

Posted by Jai Sita Rani devi dasi on October 23, 2008 at 9:32am

BY JEYANTHY PILLAI

Damodara month is a special month in Malaysia. It spurs up every devotee to give every person they meet an opportunity to light a lamp for Lord Damodara and give them an opportunity to perish all their sins and not take birth in this material world again. To signify the start of this wonderful month, devotees in Klang set up a lovely display of a scene in Gokul. Amidst blowing of conch shells and song of Damodarastaka, a screen was removed to reveal a miniature model of a scene

KAZAKHSTAN FARM NEEDS EVERYONES HELP !!

Posted by ISKCON desire tree on October 18, 2008 at 8:29pm

Dear All,Greetings !!We have continued our efforts in Kazakhstan and it seems that the saga is nearing an unfavorable conclusion.In 2001 the Kazakh government issued a decree that our temple building and barn were suitable for usage. This summer they annulled that decree.Now they have called our members to court. The case will focus on the "demolition of illegal building and forced eviction from the property."As a final effort we have started a letter campaign to the President of Kazakhstan. We

My personal prayers

Posted by Shruthi on October 11, 2008 at 1:41pm

Where in the world can one be able to mystically transcend all spheres of material activities and be able to relish the sweet mellows of Bhakti? Where in the world can one be able to take association from a spectrum of advanced and exemplary devotees and be able to quickly reach the stage of pure devotion even if you're a neophyte? Where in the world can one render devotional service wholeheartedly 24 hours a day ?Where in the world can one daily see the beautiful forms of Radhe Shyam and yearn

The art of sculpting prayers to excellence

Posted by Shruthi on October 11, 2008 at 1:39pm

"He has delivered us from such a deadly peril, and he will deliver us. On him we have set our hope that he will continue to deliver us, as you help us by your prayers. Then many will give thanks on our behalf for the gracious favor granted us in answer to the prayers of many"The art of sculpting prayers to excellence(A little effort made by me in getting a deeper insight to meaningful prayers)"God has been so unkind to me"! snapped Zara with a fit of anger. Turning towards her counselor and ment

My splendid Gaur nitai

Posted by Shruthi on October 11, 2008 at 1:37pm

My splendid Nitai Chandra and Gaur Sundara! (Written by me)The orange reddish hue of the rising sun,The color of dawn, the beauty of the sky,The irresistible temptation of ravishing ladies,Or the bliss found in amorous relationships,Nothing can compare to the incessant pleasure found in gazing at my Lords.Today they were clad in green garments,Embellished on the corners were pink flower stamensTinkling anklets, glittering chains, and turbans resting on their delicate heads,The very vision dried

Five Lessons from a Pencil - by H.H.Sacinandana Swami

Posted by ISKCON desire tree on October 9, 2008 at 2:30pm

Dear Devotees,Please accept our humble obeisance's, all glories to srila prabhupad, all glories to sri guru and gaurangaFive Lessons from a Pencil - by H.H.Sacinandana SwamiWhen I was walking today, on the Island Mali Losinj, I felt my mind reach out over the blue sea to an island shimmering in the distance. When my mind returned, it brought a story with it, a story of spiritual instruction. Strange are the ways of inspiration. Here is the story: When Mohan returned from his journey to Jagannath

THE 108 NAMES OF LORD KRSNA

Posted by Devi on October 8, 2008 at 2:34pm

THE 108 NAMES OF LORD KRSNA:1. om sri-krsnaya namahOm! Obeisance to the all-attractive Shri Krishna2. om kamala-nathaya namahthe Lord of LakSmI, KamalA3. om vasudevaya namahthe all-pervading Lord4. om sanatanaya namahthe eternal Lord5. om vasudevatmajaya namahthe son of Vasudeva6. om punyaya namahwho is consummate piety7. om lila-manusa-vigrahaya namahwho enacts pastimes of humanlike form8. om srivatsa-kaustubha-dharaya namahbearer of ShrIvatsa and kaustubha9. om yasoda-vatsalaya namahthe object

We are so fortunate, for the opportunity...

Posted by edhaniyasvabhava das on October 6, 2008 at 8:16pm

yatha hy avahito vahnirdarusv ekah sva-yonisunaneva bhati visvatmabhutesu ca tatha pumanThe Lord, as Supersoul, pervades all things, just as fire permeates wood, and so He appears to be of many varieties, though He is the absolute one without a second.PURPORTLord Vasudeva, the Supreme Personality of Godhead, by one of His plenary parts expands Himself all over the material world, and His existence can be perceived even within the atomic energy. Matter, anti-matter, proton, neutron, etc. are all

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Basic General Questions asked by everyone when you come in Krishna Consciousness?Part 1

Posted by Jagannath Das on October 4, 2008 at 10:44am

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Basic General Questions asked by everyone when you come in Krishna Consciousness?Part 1Category : Chanting - Why 16 Rounds?Q. Why sixteen rounds of chanting is recommended, and why there are 108 beads?A. Sixteen rounds is the number recommended by Srila Prabhupada and all Vaishava Acharyas for all Gaudiya Vaishanav devotees. This is the prescription to perfect the life of a conditioned soul given by the most recent acharya. We accept it without questioning just as a patient accepts the doctor's

venice kirtans

Posted by Madhavananda Das on October 4, 2008 at 6:12am

The Mood When Chanting

Posted by kanaiyyadesh on September 21, 2008 at 10:14am

Dear teacher:Please accept my most humble obeisances.On one hand we are advised to chant in a prayerful mood, which is like we are hanging on the cliff calling help by vibrating Krishna's holy names, we are begging Krishna's mercy to save us. On the other hand we should chant for Krishna's pleasure, not for our salvation or pleasure. The two seems contradictory together, what mood should we take when chanting?Your most humble servant,Yechen ZhangAnswer: The Lord is Pleased by Your CryThere is no

Lord Krishna Say................

Posted by Siddhesh Birje on September 17, 2008 at 10:30pm

when god solves our problems, we have faith in his abilities.....but.. when he dosen't solve our problems, then remember that he has faith in"OUR ABILITES".......................

Can somebody put a stop to this before its too late?

Posted by ISKCON desire tree on September 16, 2008 at 12:24pm

By Praghosa DasaWe are now in serious danger of ruining our long practiced and much cherished reputation of our 21st century sannyasi!What are we talking about? Well a couple of weeks ago a certain member of the sannyasa order all but snuck into the emerald isle unnoticed. Usually a visiting sannyasi’s arrival is known well in advance and there is at least a modest welcoming party to greet him. However not this time, rather it was a very humble entrance at a regional port and from there, almost

Why Are The Richest People Broke?

Posted by ISKCON desire tree on September 16, 2008 at 12:50am

Why Are The Richest People Broke?1,645 Views / EMail This Post / Print This Post / Home » Why Are The Richest People Broke?

By HH Sridhar SwamiDelivered as a lecture at the Fourth European Communications Seminar at Radhadesh, Belgium, in January 1993.I think we actually enjoy being broke. We are the wealthiest people with the best product in the most profitable market, and yet we are keeping ourselves broke. I am afraid that I don’t know how to talk about this. I don’t want to be offensive to sad

REVELATIONS FROM GOD'S PARADISE.

Posted by Miron Lovric on August 14, 2008 at 7:57am

FOR BACK TO GODHEAD MAGAZINESTONE IMAGE OF KRISHNA WALKS ON MINDANAO, PHILIPPINES.This country has always been very mysterious and mysteries happen in various regions that cannot be explained. For instant, the incident I want to tell about that happened about five years ago. This was reported on the Philippine Channel 2 ABS CBN NEWS and I believe it to be true. The people in a Barangay of Mindanao saw it happen and they called the news crew. Boy Abunda was the leader from the channel and what ha

The Speaking Tree

Posted by Naresh Baria on July 29, 2008 at 10:09am

I found this article in 'The Times of India' very interesting. I am reproducing it.A ticket collector in a train found an old worn out wallet in a compartment full of people. He looked inside to find the name of its owner. There was no clue. All that there was in it was some money and a picture of Krishna.He held it up and asked, "Who does this wallet belong to?"An old man said, "That's my wallet, Sir, please give it to me." The ticket collector said, "You'll have to prove that it is yours. Only

Devotees are strange people....

Posted by Hemant on July 29, 2008 at 2:08am

Devotees are strange people.When in DISTRESS... they smile and call it effects of past Karma.When HAPPY...they weep tears of gratitude, filled with Krsna-Prem.Devotees are strange people.---- Hemant

what happened to hare krishnas?

Posted by pujaahuja on July 27, 2008 at 3:47pm

IntroductionEven a person with no knowledge can immediately acquire all knowledge simply by the benediction of Sri Caitanya Mahaprabhu. Therefore I am praying to the Lord for His causeless mercy upon me.I offer my respectful obeisances unto Sri Krishna Caitanya and Lord Nityananda, who are like the sun and moon. They have arisen simultaneously on the horizon of Gauda to dissipate the darkness of ignorance and thus wonderfully bestow benediction upon all.Glory to the all-merciful Radha and Madana

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Youth Festival for Girls!!

What to Do When Your Mind is Very Disturbed!

Damodara month launch in Klang, Malaysia

KAZAKHSTAN FARM NEEDS EVERYONES HELP !!

My personal prayers

The art of sculpting prayers to excellence

My splendid Gaur nitai

Five Lessons from a Pencil - by H.H.Sacinandana Swami

THE 108 NAMES OF LORD KRSNA

We are so fortunate, for the opportunity...

Basic General Questions asked by everyone when you come in Krishna Consciousness?Part 1

venice kirtans

The Mood When Chanting

Lord Krishna Say................

Can somebody put a stop to this before its too late?

Why Are The Richest People Broke?

REVELATIONS FROM GOD'S PARADISE.

The Speaking Tree

Devotees are strange people....

what happened to hare krishnas?

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