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By Chaitanya Charan das

Answer Summary: Yes, if by ‘spiritual’ we imply open-mindedness and by ‘religion’ close-mindedness. No, if by ‘spiritual’ we refer to a state of consciousness and by ‘religious’ a process to achieve that state of consciousness.

Answer: The intention underlying this desire to be ‘spiritual-not-religious’ is laudable, but its application is questionable. Usually the intention is that we should be broad-minded, not narrow-minded. That intention is fine, but is the underlying

By Yudhisthira Dasa   

This may not resonate with everyone, but on a metaphysical or non-material level, which includes the process of developing Krishna Consciousness, this topic is foundational. It includes accepting that we are not only lovable as souls but also that we are loved and have never, not even for a moment, ever not been loved. We are always loved. It has never stopped since the beginning of our eternity, a very long time ago.

Yes, unconditional love is all around us, waiting for u

By Kulavati Krishnapriya Devi Dasi, 

In the Czech Republic’s countryside, two ISKCON-affiliated farms show what Srila Prabhupada’s vision of agrarian self-sufficiency can look like after three decades of steady work. Krsnuv Dvur, established in 1990, and its newer extension, Surabhi Farm, acquired in 2022, together form one of the most productive grain and dairy operations among ISKCON’s farm communities in Europe.

A Farm Built From Necessity, Not Theory

Varnasrama Dasa, president of Krsnuv Dvur

Yudhishthira Maharaj said, "Oh MadhusUdana, Oh killer of the Madhu demon, what is the name of the Ekadasi that occurs during the dark fortnight (krishna paksha) of the month of Ashwin (September-October)? Please describe its glories to me."

The Supreme Personality of Godhead, Lord Sri Krishna then replied, "This Holy day is called Indira Ekadasi. If a person fasts on this day, all his sins are eradicated and his forefathers who have fallen into hell are liberated. Oh best of kings, one who simp

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Health Update of HH. Jayapatākā Swami Mahārāja

Bengaluru | 3rd October 2026 | 6:00 PM IST

Dear devotees, disciples, and well-wishers
of HH. Jayapatākā Swami Mahārāja,

Please accept our humble obeisances.
All glories to Śrīla Prabhupāda

By the mercy of Śrī Śrī Guru-Gaurāṅga, and through the prayers and blessings of devotees worldwide, we are happy to share that Gurumahārāja continues to make encouraging progress in his recovery.

Gurumahārāja remains fever-free, and his oxygen re

In this inspiring session from the "Books are the Basis" festival, Dr. Mishra is joined by senior ISKCON leader and GBC, His Grace Dvarakananda Prabhu. Together, they discuss the vital role of Srila Prabhupada's books in securing the future of ISKCON, nurturing the younger generation, and grounding devotional service in deep philosophical understanding.

Source: https://www.dandavats.com/?p=119709

By Atma Tattva Das,

The Bhakti Yoga Society (BYS) held an in-person national student retreat at Banana Beach Holiday Resort on South Africa’s KwaZulu-Natal South Coast from September 11 to 13, 2026. Organized around the theme “Inner Adventure,” the gathering brought together 66 students and facilitators connected with university outreach in several South African cities. Organizers described it as the first national BYS retreat in more than a decade.

The event was a national initiative of ISKCON

Yudhistir Govinda Das, Trustee and Country Director of Communications for ISKCON India, was invited to address the ASSOCHAM’s National Tourism Conclave in New Delhi on September 30 to discuss the relationship between tradition, tourism, and technology.

Held at Hotel Shangri-La Eros, the conclave brought together government representatives, tourism boards, hospitality leaders, investors, and travel technology companies. Its theme, “Tourism as an Economic Engine: Technology, Policy, Investment & G

The 2026 New Govardhana Kirtana Mela was a grand success with over a thousand registered guests and thousands more on the individual days participating.

As usual, there were many kirtana leaders and each one was given a 30 minute slot to head up blissful chanting. Everything was organized brilliantly by the N.G. management with stalls and booths serving sumptuous prasadam.

Source: https://ramaiswami.com/kirtana-mela/

ISKCON India’s challenge to a Supreme Court ruling on ownership of the Bengaluru Hare Krishna temple remains before the court after it decided to hear a review petition, a development India’s Communications Director Yudhistir Govinda Dasa called a “significant milestone.”

LawBeat reports that the court issued notice in December 2025 on the petition challenging its May 16, 2025 judgment, which recognized the Bengaluru society as the temple’s lawful owner. On September 28, 2026, the court was aske

By Atma Tattva Das, 

On November 3, 2027, the fiftieth anniversary of Srila Prabhupada’s disappearance, copper plates micro-engraved with names will be carried to his Samadhi Mandir in Vrindavan, an offering, not a database entry, that organizers plan to repeat every year after. Each name belongs to someone who registered their ISKCON membership before that date.

The offering is part of the 60-50 observance marking ISKCON’s 60th anniversary alongside Srila Prabhupada’s 50th Tirobhava anniversary

I will begin by reading a couple of exchanges with Srila Prabhupada about his coming to America. Once, Srila Prabhupada was asked, “Your godbrothers who came to the West went to England and Germany. Why did you choose to come to America?” And he replied, “They went and came back to India without accomplishing anything. So I thought, ‘If I am going to fail, at least let me fail in a different place.’ ”

And on a morning walk in Los Angeles, a disciple said to Prabhupada, “When you came to the Wes

Srila Prabhupada arrived in the United States on September 17th, 1965, reaching Boston’s Commonwealth Pier aboard the cargo ship Jaladuta. He left Calcutta (Kolkata), India, on August 13, 1965, at 69 years old.

The 35-day sea voyage was difficult. He suffered severe sea-sickness and two heart attacks while crossing the ocean. He traveled with practically nothing—about 40 rupees (roughly seven dollars), a box of dry cereal, a suitcase, an umbrella, and several translated volumes of the Srimad-Bha

By Govind Krishna Das

Sakshi Gopal Das, Temple President of ISKCON Kurukshetra, met with the Honorable Chief Minister of Haryana, Nayab Singh Saini, to discuss the upcoming International Gita Jayanti Mahotsav 2026. The meeting focused on strengthening Kurukshetra’s role as a global center for sharing the timeless teachings of the Bhagavad-gita.

The gathering took place in the presence of Gita Manishi Swami Gyananand, senior saints of Kurukshetra Dham, government administrators, bureaucrats, and

ISKCON Vrindavan has reached one million YouTube subscribers and received the platform’s Gold Creator Award, commonly known as the Golden Play Button, according to an announcement on its Facebook page.

The milestone recognizes the audience built through the temple’s videos of deity darshan, kirtans, festivals, spiritual talks, and other devotional activities. The channel helps viewers worldwide connect with worship and community life in Vrindavan.

YouTube’s Gold Creator Award recognizes eligible

Rama and Laxman of Punjab–Haryana Padayatra

By Bhakta Saiprasad Gorde (Padayatra research team)

From the title you might think, “Who are these unique padayatris?” They are none other than the oxen who are serving Sri Sri Nitai-Gaurasundara and acting as the friends of padayatris.

From scriptures to ancient civilizations, cattle have held a significant place in human life. In India, the govansh is treated with reverence—cows as mothers and bulls celebrated through festivals like Pola for thei