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I have written several articles on vows and feel that any discussion on vows wouldn’t be complete without addressing sexual restraint. Plus, men often ask me how to control sexual desire and I felt that to do justice to this question I would need to write an article.

I am approaching this issue mainly from the male perspective (obviously because I am a man and also because the scriptures approach it more from that perspective). Still, although men and women are wired differently and thus respond

By Pusta Krishna das

The Glorification of the Holy Names is the Great Benediction for all the World’s Theistic People

Lord Chaitanya is not merely a prophet or messenger. We accept that He is the Supreme Lord appearing to give His great benediction upon the human society. By observation, we can understand that those of the Christian religion, those of the Islamic faith, those of the Jewish faith, and other theistic religions are rarely likely to give up their passionate faith in God according to

From Back to Godhead

Delhi, Friday 5th October, 1956
Edited and Founded
Under direct order of His Divine Grace Sri Srimad Bhakti-Siddhanta Saraswati Goswami Prabhupada
By Goswami Abhay Charan Bhaktivedanta

The Supreme Lord is said to be ‘Sachidananda Vigraha‘ in the revealed scriptures. ‘Sat‘ means eternal, ‘Chit‘ means fully cognizant and ‘Ananda‘ means joy, and ‘Vigraha‘ means specific Personality. Therefore the Lord or the Supreme Godhead who is one without a second is eternally a joyful per

In an ideal society where individuals are God-conscious, the legal profession would be redundant. However, the inherent nature of Kali-yuga ensures that pride, envy, and hypocrisy will persist. Therefore, it's essential to address these topics, particularly among Law college students.

"Unveiling the Mask of Pride: A Journey of Self-Discovery, Humility, and Transformation.”

Recently, the Duluth High School auditorium in Duluth, Georgia, USA, was transformed into a lively spiritual haven as GitaWise hosted its annual day celebration, an extraordinary event dedicated to the reverence of Lord Krishna. The event, attended by nearly 400 community members, featured over 90 talented students who took to the stage, enchanting the audience with mesmerizing dances and thought-provoking dramas.

The September 7th event was distinctively themed “Back to the Future,” a reference

November 27, 2024

The International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) expresses deep concern over the volatile situation in Bangladesh, particularly regarding the safety of Hindu minorities and members of our Hare Krishna ISKCON community. We urge all authorities to ensure the security and well-being of all citizens during this challenging time.

We call upon the government of Bangladesh to safeguard the rights of all minorities, including Hindus, Buddhists, Christians, and others, by up

By Satyaraja Dasa (Steven J. Rosen)

I recently heard a woman say, “least but not last.” She meant to say the usual, “last but not least,” but somehow, due to a slip of the lip, or perhaps because of some mild form of dyslexia, she inverted the words in this somewhat humorous way. And this got me thinking about humility, which people sometimes confuse with low self-esteem, thus viewing it as an inferior quality. To think of oneself as “least” is the last thing one would want to do.

Our Krishna-c

The hero of India’s epic Bhagavad Gita, Arjuna, is at a crossroad. He is intelligent, well-intending, and overwhelmed by a dilemma we all might recognize: the apparent incompatibility of worldly responsibilities and other-worldly aspirations. Arjuna is a warrior who feels the call to a more peaceful, non-invasive life. On the verge of a mammoth war he refuses to fight, even though the enemy is an aggressor who must be brought down. Like Arjuna, once we acknowledge the call to a more enlightened

On the morning of November 26, 2024 (Bangladesh time), ISKCON Bangladesh released the following official statement:

Statement from ISKCON Bangladesh regarding the current situation in Bangladesh and the arrest of Chinmoy Krishna Das

We express our serious concern and strongly denounce the recent arrest of Chinmoy Krishna Das, spokesperson for the “Bangladesh Sammilito Sanatani Jagaran Jot”. We also condemn the subsequent violence and attacks against Sanatanis in various regions of Bangladesh. W

By Kulavati Krishnapriya Devi Dasi

The Gift Prabhupada Project is an initiative undertaken by a group of devotees to gift a miniature (54 mm) brass murti of Srila Prabhupada, particularly to his direct disciples. Alloyed within the brass murti are coins donated for Srila Prabhupada’s books from each of the 25 countries he personally visited, symbolizing the global impact of his teachings. 

The box enclosing the murti features a backdrop that includes fragments from the original jackfruit tree un

I really enjoyed the Diwali festival held at Sattair Community Centre.

To get there I chose to trek there via a piece of the Trans Canada Trail which flies through the forest. I just completed a poem which will appear in my next book, “ The Walking Monk: Poems 2”.

From Back to Godhead

Fifty centuries ago, during a fierce war, Lord Krishna and one of His pure devotees achieved a unique intimacy…

In the midst of the great battle, surrounded by the clash of arms, the pounding of hooves, the rattle of trappings, the shouts of warriors, and the screams of wounded men and beasts, where the dust churned up by the horses dimmed the sun and blood turned the earth to mud, Krishna suddenly stopped the chariot and sprang to the ground. Raising the wheel of a disable

Obstacles to Recruiting

During his amazing eleven years of personal worldwide preaching, Śrīla Prabhupāda proved Krishna consciousness could transform everyone into Vaishnavas, regardless of their birth. People today can still be transformed, regardless of how social externals have changed over the years. However, in many parts of the world, today’s ISKCON constituencies have changed. In this chapter we will look at three principle obstacles to local recruiting and a solution for each.

Obstacle

If we are at all aware of how dependent we are on God—for the air we breathe, the water we drink, the food we eat, and our very ability to eat and drink and breathe, to think and feel and will, and to walk, talk, and sense—we will feel grateful and want to reciprocate God’s kindness. We will want to do something for He (or She or They) who has done, and continues to do, so much for us.

We often take things for granted until we lose them. I use my right hand to chant on meditation beads, and one

Gradually, our this year's

                HOLY NAME RETREAT at EKACHAKRA DHAM

The video discusses how some of the world’s greatest bestsellers are spiritual books centered on Krishna, authored by His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, founder of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON), or the Hare Krishna movement. These books, including *Bhagavad Gita As It Is*, *Srimad Bhagavatam*, and others, address profound questions about life, death, suffering, and spiritual harmony, and offer guidance on living with love and kindness toward al

भगवद्गीता यथारूप 108 महत्त्वपूर्ण श्लोक

अध्याय अठारह उपसंहार -- संन्यास की सिद्धि

यत्र योगेश्वरः कृष्णो यत्र पार्थो धनुर्धरः ।
तत्र श्रीर्विजयो भूतिर्ध्रुवो नीतिर्मतिर्मम ।। 78 ।।

यत्र– जहाँ;योग-ईश्वरः– योग के स्वामी; कृष्णः– भगवान् कृष्ण; यत्र– जहाँ; पार्थः– पृथापुत्र; धनुः–धरः– धनुषधारी; तत्र– वहाँ; श्रीः– ऐश्वर्य; विजयः– जीत; भूतिः– विलक्षण शक्ति; ध्रुवा– निश्चित; नीतिः– नीति; मतिःमम– मेरा मत।

भावार्थ : जहाँ योगेश्वर कृष्ण है और जहाँ परम धनुर्धर अर्जुन हैं, वहीं ऐश्वर्य, विजय, अलौकिक शक्ति तथा

By Kulavati Krishnapriya Devi Dasi

Vrajmohan Das has crafted a unique board game, “To Every Town And Village,” inspired by the classic game Monopoly. As the name suggests, the goal of the game is to help sponsor temples, develop projects, and spread Srila Prabhupada’s mission to every corner of the globe. Blending elements of fun, strategy, and devotion, the game offers an immersive journey into spiritual growth and global preaching, celebrating the legacy of ISKCON’s early years.

Vrajmohan Das

Recently, a vibrant interfaith program took place at St. Alban’s Cathedral, bringing together individuals from various religious backgrounds to share their faiths to foster understanding, and work towards a stronger, more harmonious community. This event was a testament to the power of dialogue and mutual respect, where members of different traditions had the opportunity to showcase how their beliefs contribute to the betterment of society.

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