Blog

For those whose lives have been forever improved by meeting Lord Krishna personally in the pages of the Gita, Gita Jayanti is not only a day of celebration but also a chance to express their gratitude. And the best way to do so is to share the Gita with others. Krishna Himself says, “There is no servant in this world more dear to Me than he, nor will there ever be one more dear.” (Bg. 18.69)

The Gita teaches the essence of spiritual knowledge, purely and succinctly, in a way that anyone – in any

You are distributing this knowledge, so you become immediately recognized, very dear servant, very confidential servant of Krsna. He says personally. [Bg. 18.69]. “Amongst the human beings those who are doing this preaching, nobody is dearer than these persons to Me”. – Srila Prabhupada

Because Bhagavad-gita is spoken by the Supreme Personality of Godhead, one need not read any other Vedic literature. One need only attentively and regularly hear and read Bhagavad-gita. In the present age, peopl

HH Radhanath Swami relays the essential message of Bhagavad Gita on Mokshada Ekadasi and the visionary Book Marathon, at ISKCON Chowpatty.



Source: http://www.dandavats.com/?p=53738

This is the anniversary commemorating the day that Srimad Bhagavad Gita was spoken by Lord Sri Krishna to His dear-most devotee Arjuna.

It was spoken at the place now known as Jyotisar Tirtha amid the waring families of the Kurus and the Pandavas at Kurukshetra. If one wishes one can still go and visit that place and see the monument erected there with Krishna as Parthasarati (the chariot driver) and Arjuna the warrior on their chariot.

It is claimed by the ashram, which maintains the shrine, th

Print books, distribute profusely, and that will be the best preaching work. What will your three minutes preaching work—But if they buy one book, it may turn their life. (Srila Prabhupada Letter to Bhagavan, 5th November, 1972).

------------ Message from HH Jayapataka Swami.

Srila Prabhupada rose in the middle of the night for many years translating and writing his purports to share his personal ecstasies for our understanding and upliftment. He arranged the book printing and organized the

By Kardama Muni Das

On November 7, 2024, in Geneva, Switzerland, students from Dr. Bhadra Rupa’s School of Kirtan Performance and Composition performed their own original compositions (music and lyrics) inspired by the Ramayana at the United Nations in Geneva (UNOG). The event celebrated the 100th Anniversary of the Geneva Declaration of the Rights of the Child and the fifth annual “Faith for Rights” meeting. This was the only musical performance during the celebration.

Dr. Bhadra Rupa introduce

By Chaitanya Arya  

On November 24, 2024, the Hare Krishna Tribal Care Center from Kukarmunda organized a spiritual pilgrimage to Shabari Dham, a sacred site in the Dang district of Gujarat. The trip, led by Nitaipad Das and Markatshyam Das, included 60 tribal devotees. The devotees took part in various religious activities such as offering aarti to Lord Ram and Mother Shabari, performing Nritya Sankirtan (holy name dance), and distributing prasadam (offered meal) to about 200 local tribals.

The

GBC Meeting Highlights Report 
13 November and 27 November 2024 

We are pleased to present the 13 November and 27 November 2024 GBC Meeting Highlights Report. This combined report presents the highlights of two consecutive GBC meetings: the 13 November online meeting and the 27 November 2024 online meeting. This report aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the online GBC meeting highlighting the key topics discussed.

————————

The 13 November 2024 meeting began with an invocation of prayers

The desire to see God, to touch God, to talk to God is in itself probably the strongest argument for His existence; besides the logic and evidences from the scriptures, this direct experience is very significant indeed. Bringing Deity Worship from the insiders circle of elderly pujari-priests and making it part of the congregational development is probably the only way it may become part of the positive future for many places in ISKCON. While everyone hankers for direct experience of God in per

From Back to Godhead

How we value, acquire, use, and relate to money reflects our inner state of being.

Sri Sukadeva Goswami said, “Money does not stay in one place. It passes from one hand to another. Ultimately no one can enjoy money, and it remains the property of the Supreme Personality of Godhead.” (Srimad-Bhagavatam 5.14.24) Money is God’s energy. He created it, He owns it, and He controls it: “Everything animate or inanimate that is within the universe is controlled and owned by the Lord

By His Divine Grace A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada

Lecture given in San Francisco on September 11, 1968

Only one person can rightfully claim to be beyond all control.

jñanam te ’ham sa-vijñanam
idam vakshyamy asheshatah
yaj jñatva neha bhuyo ’nyaj
jñatavyam avashishyate

“I shall now declare unto you in full this knowledge, both phenomenal and numinous. This being known, nothing further shall remain for you to know.” – Bhagavad-gita 7.2

Knowledge means to know how this universe is working

In this talk Sacinandana Swami recounts a mystical event that occurred at Bimal Kund, a spiritually significant location for God realization. He narrates the story of a devoted ascetic performing his worship when he was interrupted by two boys knocking on his door, requesting water to drink. Initially dismissive, the ascetic finally relented and poured water for one of the boys. As he looked into the boy's eyes, he was overwhelmed by their beauty and kindness, causing him to faint. Upon awakeni

This class by HH Svayam Bhagavan Keshava Swami focuses on the verse *Caitanya Caritamrta*, **Adi Lila 10.63**, which highlights the profound glories of Sri Caitanya Mahaprabhu’s associates. The verse underscores the depth of devotion, humility, and dedication of Mahaprabhu's followers, demonstrating their essential role in spreading *sankirtana-yajna*—the congregational chanting of the holy names of the Lord.

#### Key Points from Adi Lila 10.63:
- The verse mentions Sri Caitanya Mahaprabhu's int

By Atma Tattva Das

From 2021 to 2024, the Rural Entrepreneurship for You(th) project united eight ISKCON and ISKCON-friendly organizations from European countries in a common effort to address challenges faced by rural communities concerning young people. Funded by the EU’s Erasmus+ program in Hungary, this collaborative project sought to empower youth by fostering entrepreneurship, promoting sustainability, and encouraging cultural exchange. At the heart of its continuity lies the Online Educat

Today is Odana-sasti, the date on which Lord Jagannatha is given a winter shawl. One year when Lord Chaitanya and His associates celebrated this festival in Puri, Pundarika Vidyanidhi, who is Vrsabhanu Maharaja, Srimati Radharani’s father, in krsna-lila, received some special mercy. His experience is instructive for us all.

Srila Prabhupada explains, “At the beginning of winter, there is a ceremony known as the Odana-sasthi. This ceremony indicates that from that day forward, a winter covering

Rooted in the South Asian Vedic culture, the shelter promotes peace, kindness, and respect for all living beings, particularly cows, which symbolize motherhood and prosperity. The farm provides a safe, loving home for cows, including rescues, ensuring they are never harmed. Visitors, including families, are encouraged to connect with the gentle animals, fostering a bond of care and appreciation.

Source: http://www.dandavats.com/wp-content/nectar/2024-12-04-11-13-35.html

Reading of Stories told by Srila Prabhupada by H.H. Suhotra Swami recorded on 31st August 1994 in Radhadesh, Belgium

This evening we’re going to read from a collection of stories that were told by Srila Prabhupada on different occasions. So very lengthy file and some of the stories I have not seen before, so we can’t go through all of them, obviously, but I’ve selected the ones which I consider to be for myself most interesting, namely the new ones. Some old ones too. So without further delay w

It is my great honor to sign a landmark MOU with Indian Oil Corporation Ltd. for the eco-rejuvenation of five historic water bodies in Braj Dham - Prem Sarovar, Vivhal Kund, Pawan Sarovar, Jal Vihar Kund, and Krishna Kund in Mathura, Uttar Pradesh.

It was also my great pleasure to share with the leadership team at Indian Oil Corporation Limited the vision of a sustainable future and three guiding principles - DREAM DARE & DELIVER.

Inspired by the teachings of HDG Srila AC Bhaktivedanta Swami Pra