HG Ranji Prabhu recounts an experience from 1976 in Vrindavan when he went to receive the Gayatri mantra initiation from A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada. When he offered respects and loudly glorified Prabhupada, Prabhupada immediately redirected the honor toward his own spiritual master, Bhaktisiddhanta Sarasvati Thakura, illustrating how a genuine spiritual teacher passes all respect up the disciplic succession to Krishna. The storyteller saw this as evidence that Prabhupada acted as a tra
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Dear Devotees,
Please accept our humble obeisances. All glories to Srila Prabhupada.
We write with a heavy heart to acknowledge the departure of His Holiness Badrinarayan Swami, who left this world on 26 February 2026 in the sacred land of Sri Vrndavana Dhama.
By the NA Regional Governing Body, His Holiness will be especially remembered for his long-standing service as a member of the Governing Body Commission in North America, a responsibility he carried for many decades with seriousness and re
With just FOUR DAYS LEFT until Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu’s divine appearance day, the spiritual heart of Mayapur is beating stronger than ever.
And today — we celebrate the beautiful Boat Festival.
Throughout the year in Mayapur Dham, many wonderful festivals take place — each one glorious in its own time. The Boat Festival… the majestic Elephant Procession (Gaja Vahana Utsava)… the sacred Ganga Puja… Jula Yatra… and so many more. These festivals unfold across the calendar, each with its own sw
By Giriraj Swami
On the occasion of Sri Madhavendra Puri’s disappearance day, we share two verses and purports from Sri Caitanya-caritamrta which, by Sri Madhavendra Puri and Srila Prabhupada’s causeless mercy, may help us progress in Krishna consciousness.
jaya sri madhavapuri krsna-prema-pura
bhakti-kalpatarura tenho prathama ankura
“All glories to Sri Madhavendra Puri, the storehouse of all devotional service unto Krsna! He is a desire tree of devotional service, and it is in him that the se
HH Radhanath Swami speaks at the inauguration of new Kitchen and Ganesh Temple in Govardhana Eco Village honoring Srinathji Prabhu and family and drawing parallels from Madhavendra Puri’s pastime.
By Bhakti Brhat Bhagavata Swami
Today marks the anniversary of the Disappearance Day of Srila Madhavendra Puri. I will read the translation to the song that we just sung, Saparsada-bhagavad-viraha-janita-vilapa – Lamentation Due to Separation from the Lord and His Associates (from Prarthana) by Srila Narottam dasa Thakur. [Reads translation.]
The verse on the board is considered the crown jewel of all verses in terms of the depth of feelings of Krishna consciousness. We shall recite this verse
Today is the auspicious disappearance day of Sri Madhavendra Puri, the grand spiritual master of Sri Caitanya Mahaprabhu. Madhavendra Puri’s disciple Isvara Puri was accepted by Caitanya Mahaprabhu as His spiritual master. Sri Caitanya Mahaprabhu, as the Supreme Personality of Godhead, is Himself the origin of all knowledge–perfect, Vedic knowledge–and He had no need to accept a spiritual master. But because He was playing the part of a devotee, to set the example for others, He accepted a spir
By Giriraj Swami
Today is the auspicious disappearance day of Sri Madhavendra Puri, the grand spiritual master of Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu. Madhavendra Puri’s disciple Isvara Puri was accepted by Chaitanya Mahaprabhu as His spiritual master. Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu, as the Supreme Personality of Godhead, is Himself the origin of all knowledge—perfect, Vedic knowledge—and He had no need to accept a spiritual master. But because He was playing the part of a devotee, to set the example for other
26 February 2026
Dear Devotees,
Please accept our humble obeisances. All glories to Srila Prabhupada.
We wish to inform the worldwide community of devotees that His Holiness Badrinarayan Swami left this world this evening, 26 February 2026, in Sri Vrindavan Dham. He passed away peacefully in his room after a brief illness.
Badrinarayan Maharaja, reknowned for his learning, frankness, humour and dedication was an initiated disciple of Srila Prabhupada, the Founder-Acarya of ISKCON, the Internati
Maharaja’s last day as narrated by his servant, Abhaya Nama Das (GKG):
25th of February was a normal day. Maharaj was in a nice mood; we went to Mangal arti and came back to the apartment at the MVT for chanting. Maharaj told me that he will not go to Srimad Bhagavatam class today. Later, as usual, he gave me some errands to run. He had his breakfast Prasad while I went to the restaurant to have mine. Maharaj also told me to contact our usual auto/toto driver, Gopal, since he wanted to go to Loi
It is with tremendous sadness that we acknowledge the very auspicious passing away of Ranjit das, ACBSP, today, February 25 at 6:45pm ET in Alachua, Florida. He was surrounded by many devotees chanting soft kirtan, in a celestial environment created by his good wife Gopisvari devi dasi and daughter Prema.
Ranjit prabhu was a Prabhupada man. He has joined him now. He dedicated his life to preserving Srila Prabhupada’s books and photos. He worked with the Bhaktivedanta Archives for many years in N
We are saddened to share that His Holiness Badrinarayan Swami departed this world in Vṛndāvana, India, on February 26, 2026. His body is presently being prepared for placement at the Vṛndāvana Hospice. More information will be forthcoming as arrangements are finalized.
Until the very end, Badrinarayan Swami remained actively engaged in preaching and service. He had recently attended the GBC Annual General Meeting in Māyāpur and was traveling and speaking in India in the days leading up to his pa
The Bhakti Yoga Conference 2026 will convene next week as a free, global online gathering bringing together over 30 scholars, spiritual teachers, and practitioners from around the world to explore one central theme: “Sacred Community: Devotion Practiced Together.”
The conference will be framed by opening and closing events hosted at Harvard Divinity School and the Oxford Centre for Hindu Studies, respectively. “The Harvard opening and Oxford closing create a meaningful arc for the conference — b
Yesterday we didn’t just remember; we brought alive the life and legacy of Bhakti Tirtha Swami, one of the most impactful leaders in the history of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness. It was not just a formal observance. It felt personal. It felt alive. His presence was deeply felt in the hearts of all the devotees who came together to honor him.
Bhakti Tirtha Swami Maharaj was a disciple of A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, and he carried that connection with strength and
By Ambarish Maharaj Das
For decades, ISKCON Wellington has lovingly served the community through vibrant kīrtana, enlightening spiritual discourse, free vegetarian prasādam, youth programs, festivals, and heartfelt devotional gatherings.
In June 2024, however, due to structural and legal challenges, our previous temple premises were closed. Since then, devotees have been without a sacred space for darśana, without the joy of standing before the Deities, without the sacred sound of kīrtana resona
The Sri Navadvipa-dhama Virtual Parikrama offers a spiritually enriching pilgrimage experience, inspired by Srila Bhaktivinoda Thakura’s vision. This initiative provides darshan of holy places, scriptural insights, enlightening videos, and Google-integrated navigation. QR codes at holy places grant instant access to Gaudiya Vaishnava teachings. With a mobile-friendly, multilingual platform, devotees worldwide can engage in parikrama virtually, fulfilling the desires of previous acharyas and spre
HH Svayam Bhagavan Keshava Maharaja delivered a Marathon Podcast entitled ‘The School of Life’ in December 2025.
Source: https://www.dandavats.com/?p=117424
By Atma Tattva Das,
In 2025, ISKCON Cyprus continued to solidify its identity as a committed, congregationally driven community, enhancing regular programs and improving cooperation across the island. Although the community is relatively small, with approximately 36 devotees, around 15 of whom are initiated practitioners, it has demonstrated steady growth through consistency, shared responsibility, and a clear focus on development. Devotees reside in various towns and cities across Cyprus, but
Under the flagship of ISKCON’s Congregational Development Ministry, a two-day Bhakti Vriksha Leadership Training Course was held on February 21–22, 2026 at ISKCON Noida (Govind Dham), Delhi-NCR. More than 35 devotees from the local community gathered with enthusiasm and determination to deepen their leadership skills and expand congregational outreach. The program was guided by His Grace Vedanta Chaitanya Das, Temple President of ISKCON Noida.
The training reflects the dynamic growth of ISKCON N
While in Jaipur we went to the Madan Mohan temple in Karauli.
Madan Mohan means one who can even enchant cupid. In the temple there are three altars. Madan Mohan with Srimati Radharani and Lalita Devi are present in the center altar. On the left altar Gopal Krishna with Radharani and Lalita.
The king of Karauli worshiped the second set of deities 100 years before even Madan Mohan came to Karauli. The deities receive a midday offering consisting of 56 dishes.
The deity of Madan mohan was worshipe
