Three days ago, devotees from all over the world joyfully gathered to celebrate the 77th Vyasa Puja of His Holiness Jayapataka Swami Guru Maharaj, and with each passing year, it truly feels that the bliss, enthusiasm, and heartfelt glorification only continue to increase. This year’s sacred celebration took place over two beautiful days, beginning on the 28th of March with the Vyasa Puja Adhivas and continuing on the 29th of March with the grand Vyasa Puja Mahotsava. In Sridham Mayapur, this cel
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Sri Syamananda made his appearance at Utkala in the village of Dharenda Bahadurpur. His father’s name was Sri Krsna Mandal and his mother’s name was Sri Durika. Sri Krsna Mandal, who descended in the line of sad-gopas, had many sons and daughters who unfortunately passed away before the birth of this son. For this reason this son was named Dukhiya.
Everyone said that this child would be a very high-souled saintly person. “On the full moon day of the month of Caitra he has taken his birth at a ve
Based on yesterday’s experience I conjured up this poem - Are You a Monk?
ARE YOU A MONK?
“Are you a monk?” a pedestrian asked
“Yes, I am, I’m not masked
From half a century I’ve been that
And walking has been my format”
Two young women asked the same
Shocked as if I’m of the hallmark fame
We’re the last of a rare species going extinct
Stunned, their mouths opened, eyes hadn’t blinked
I walked Michigan in the USA
Met a Native, I had this to say
“On this walk you’re the first Native I
Amid the antiwar protests of late 1966, Śrīla Prabhupāda put out a mimeographed leaflet (among the very first of his publications in America) from his small storefront temple on New York’s Second Avenue. Śrīla Prabhupāda’s followers and sympathizers handed this leaflet out by the thousands on the streets of New York, and later in San Francisco, Montreal, and other cities. His “Peace Formula” was an entirely new approach to the antiwar question, and for thousands of Americans, it provided the per
This is an old Hindi film which was reproduced by ITV with the title: “This Is Life”
In this original version you can activate autotranslation for the subtitles in English.
The plot (From Wilkipedia): Anand Narayan comes from a poor family, which consists of his wife, Gayetri, daughter, Kamla, and two sons Madhu and Govind. Through hard work, disappointed with poor status Anand comes in contact with Lord Krishna face to face when he steals fifty rupees kept for donation by his wife, to pay for c
By Yogeswar Krishna Das
The grand festival Amrit Utsav, held on 22 March 2026 at ISKCON Patna, unfolded as a vibrant celebration of devotion, unity, and spiritual joy under the inspiring theme “Bliss of Chanting, Dancing & Feasting.” Organized by the Temple Management Council (TMC) of ISKCON Patna, in collaboration with congregation leaders, the festival attracted enthusiastic participation from more than 1,500 congregation members.
By Atma Tattva Das,
More than 3,000 people gathered along the Hussain Sagar waterfront in Hyderabad, India, on February 8, 2026, for the Hare Krishna Run, a public fitness initiative organized by theISKCON Abids Templeto promote an addiction-free lifestyle and mindful living. The event took place at Sanjeevaiah Children’s Park along Necklace Road and combined community running, music, and congregational chanting with a broader message about personal wellbeing and social responsibility.
The run
By SyamaMohini Devi Dasi
As the 70th Session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW70) at the United Nations came to a close, the Vaishnavi Ministry North America paused in a spirit of gratitude, reflection, and renewed purpose.
Representing the ministry, Govind Priya Devi dasi, Minister of the Vaishnavi Ministry North America; SyamaMohini Devi Dasi, Secretary of the ministry; and Ila Hatwal, Youth Representative, traveled to New York City to participate in this important global gather
What is Streetsville? It is one of those charming early Victorian southern Ontario towns. Streetsville, once a tiny town, is now at the heart of Mississauga, one of the largest urban areas of Canada. Still, Streetsville retains a sweetness. And in the heart of this sweet walkable area, devotees of Mississauga come together every week for a Krishna conscious gathering. The group has three chanting sessions, a pravachan (discourse), and a feast with some of my favourites – avocado and asparagus
What is Streetsville? It is one of those charming early Victorian southern Ontario towns. Streetsville, once a tiny town, is now at the heart of Mississauga, one of the largest urban areas of Canada. Still, Streetsville retains a sweetness. And in the heart of this sweet walkable area, devotees of Mississauga come together every week for a Krishna conscious gathering. The group has three chanting sessions, a pravachan (discourse), and a feast with some of my favourites – avocado and asparagus (
Sri Ayodhya Dharma Yatra
The Abode of Lord Ramacandra
Situated on the banks of the beautiful Saryu River, Ayodhya, also known as Saket, is the birthplace of Lord Rama and was the capital of the ancient Kosala Kingdom. Here, the Supreme Personality of Godhead in His quadruple expansion as Lord Rama, Laksmana, Bharata and Satrughna appeared as sons of Maharaja Dasaratha in Raghu dynasty in Treta-yuga.
Ayodhya was originally built by Vaivasvata Manu, who is the descendant of Svayambhur Manu, the
(Activate Autotranslation for the subtitles in English)
A heartfelt dramatic offering revealing the beautiful truth —
Ram the Ideal King
Ram the Loving Friend
Ram the Goal of Sages
Ram the Beloved of Every Devotee
Witness the most touching episode —
Kevat’s simplicity, selfless service & pure devotion
and the unforgettable *divine conversation with Lord Ram while helping Him cross the river.
A story that reminds us…
Every heart finds its own Ram
Source: https://www.dandavats.com/?p=11762
On 25 March 2026, a historic milestone was reached when, for the first time in the 1,400-year history of the role of the Archbishop of Canterbury, a woman was installed.
Dame Sarah Mullally formally took her seat on the Chair of St Augustine at Canterbury Cathedral before an audience of around 2,000 distinguished guests, including Prince William, Catherine, Princess of Wales, and Prime Minister Keir Starmer.
Her Grace Visakha Dasi, Temple President, was invited to attend as part of a multi-fa
Maharajs is currently stable and recovering following his recent brain surgery. There are some encouraging signs, although it is still early in the recovery process.
The care team continues to monitor him closely, and the focus now is on gradual rehabilitation and support.
Many have kindly asked how they can help. In discussion with the care team, it has become clear that his recovery will require ongoing rehabilitation, support with daily activities, and some important home modifications to ens
Places covered:
1. Ramanathaswamy Temple
2. Agni Tirtham
3. Dhanushkodi Tirtham
4. Kothandaramaswamy Temple
5. Villoondi Tirtham
6. Sri Ekantha Ramaswamy Temple
7. Gandamadhana parvat (hill)
8. Rama Tirtham
9. Laxmana Tirtham
10. Panchamukha Hanuman Temple and Floating stones from Lord Rama’s Bridge
11. Jada Tirtham
12.Thirupullani Temple
13. Sethu Karai(Sethu Bridge)
14. Pamban Bridge
15. Gulf of Mannar Bio sphere Reserve (GOMBR)
Rameswaram is situated at the extreme south end of India on the G
By Sunanda Das,
Devotees continuously ask us the million-dollar question, “When is the TOVP opening?” Since construction began in 2009, there have been several opening dates announced, but they have been pushed back for various reasons, such as financial constraints and COVID.
Now, an official and definite date has been scheduled, and Ambarisa Dasa and Braja Vilasa Dasa, Chairman and Vice-Chairman respectively, have made a commitment to this Grand Opening date as a worldwide offering to the lotu
The Bhaktivedanta Book Trust (BBT) recently presented its annual “Year in Review,” highlighting significant global progress in distributing Srila Prabhupada’s books and outlining new initiatives to expand outreach. The online call, hosted by ISKCON’s Minister of Book Distribution Vaisesika Dasa, emphasized that book distribution remains central to ISKCON’s mission, noting that the Governing Body Commission traditionally begins its annual meetings by reviewing worldwide book distribution results.
Mukunda Goswami is now in recovery following recent brain surgery to relieve pressure caused by internal bleeding, according to an update from his care team. The procedure was successful, and devotees worldwide have been encouraged by early signs of movement as he begins the next phase of healing.
The update follows an earlier report published by ISKCON News, which informed the global community of his hospitalization and the urgent need for prayers ahead of the operation. A senior disciple of A.
Members of our Bhakti Academy in Toronto (BAT) were hankering to go on an outing. They wanted a break. It had been a long and brutal winter and a modest trip to the country would be fun. A change would be good. The idea came up to visit Gir Farms in Caledon. We had been there before. Everyone loved it. And besides, a Canadian swami had come to visit and we could get a good message from him apart from the great hospitality we receive from Vishal and Yasomati, the proprietors. They are strong dev
Lord Sri Ramacandra is a powerful incarnation of the Supreme Personality of Godhead as an ideal king. He appeared in the Treta-yuga, more than two million years ago.
This is a verse from Brahma-samhita in which the incarnation of Lord Ramacandra is described. Ramadi. Not only Rama, but there are many other, innumerable incarnations. They are compared with the waves of a river. As the waves of the river or the waves of the ocean cannot be counted, similarly, how many incarnations are there of the
