Keepers Of The Flame: Although this expression is most often used by our Christian brothers and sisters, I totally relate to its exclamation in relationship to what or who I am, or at least, aspire to be: A Keeper of the Flame of Bhakti, or A Keeper of the Flame of Spirituality. Personally, I see this as a responsibility for all followers of Shri Chaitanya and those who represent him. I visualize a flame burning brightly in my heart, or raising a torch in my hand to dispel darkness. To me, this
By Atma Tattva Das,
The Kadamba Foundation has released A Voyage to Transcendence, a posthumous compilation of teachings by His Holiness Kadamba Kanana Swami, published in connection with his annual Tirubhava Tithi observance. Compiled by his disciple Amrtavani Devi Dasi, the book continues a long-standing effort to preserve his teachings while supporting preaching initiatives in South Africa.
Now in its tenth year, the annual publication effort remains deeply personal and rooted in Kadamba Kana
By Radha Mohan Dasa
In the Bhakti tradition within the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON), the concept of māyā—the Lord’s illusory energy—is not merely a metaphysical idea but a lived psychological and spiritual reality. Māyā does not always present herself as gross material temptation. More often, she works through the refinement of identity, belief, and perception, subtly reshaping how a seeker views the world and even the path of spiritual life itself.
One of the most da
By Kulavati Krishnapriya Devi Dasi,
Bhakti Kids, an initiative of ISKCON Congregational Development Ministry (CDM), has opened registration for its third Purushottama Month Challenge, a structured 30-day online program running from May 17 to June 15, 2026. The challenge brings together devotees from across the world to take advantage of one of the rarest and most spiritually potent periods in the Vaishnava calendar.
A Rare and Auspicious Month
Purushottama month, also known as Adhika Masa or th
From Back to Godhead
Far from being a sentimental activity, devotional service is based on well-defined principles that systematically guide a practitioner to ultimate perfection.
Discussions about the relationship between science and religion usually end in a stalemate: Scientists accuse religionists of relying too much on faith, which they say is experimentally unverifiable, while religionists accuse scientists of relying too much on physical and chemical laws, which they say fail to measure
On a recent episode of The Namarasa Podcast, Sukhavaha Devi Dasi, a disciple of His Divine Grace A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, reflects on her experiences joining the Hare Krishna movement in the early 1970s and the spiritual journey that followed. First encountering Bhagavad-gītā As It Is while a college student at Penn State in 1971, she recalls being immediately captivated by its teachings. That discovery led her to begin chanting, adopt a vegetarian lifestyle, and eventually travel t
By Atma Tattva Das,
Devotees from across Gauteng, South Africa, gathered at the grounds of ISKCON Midrand for the first Devotee Care South Africa (DCSA) event of the year, a regional Family Fun Day designed to strengthen relationships and promote practical support within the International Society for Krishna Consciousness community.
The in-person gathering brought together devotees from temples and namahatta communities throughout the province for a day combining devotional association, family a
By Kulavati Krishnapriya Devi Dasi,
Karuna Chandra Dasa and Karuna Rasa Devi Dasi, a couple based in Mayapur, have introduced KrishnaToys, an initiative aimed to provide children with play materials connected to Krishna consciousness.
The inspiration and heart of the project come from the Vaishnava tradition and the sacred mood of Vrindavan, where Lord Krishna revealed His eternal childhood pastimes. “Our work is offered as humble seva to help bring that mood into the homes of families around th
By Smitha Shetty (Sri Nandini Radha Devi Dasi)
As a child, I was quietly fascinated by paramilitary forces—their discipline, courage, and unspoken strength. It was a world I admired from a distance, never imagining I would step even remotely close to it. Life, however, has its own way of guiding us.
When I entered my first year of college, destiny nudged me toward the judo mat. I joined the college judo team with immense enthusiasm, but my body didn’t quite share my spirit. I was fragile, p
An Overview: Varṇāśṛama Supports Bhakti
In his Śrī Caitanya-śikṣāmṛta, Srila Bhaktivinoda Thakura describes the general relationship between varṇāśrama-dharma and bhakti:
“What is the relation of varṇāśrama, which was previously discussed, with vaidhi-bhakti? Should people take shelter of vaidhi-bhakti and give up the rules of varṇāśrama dharma, or should they practice vaidhi-bhakti for developing devotion, while still following the varṇāśrama rules and duties? It was previously stated that the
By Dina-Palika Devi Dasi,
Karuna Care Association invites you into a six-week transformational journey in a course entitled Karmic Pattern Rewiring: Six Weeks to Better Relationships with Sri Radha Govinda Dasi. Many people try to improve their relationships by changing partners, circumstances, or surface behaviors. This course begins somewhere deeper—within the nervous system, karmic memory, and the inner relational capacity that quietly shapes who we attract, what we tolerate, and how we love
The Charm in Krishna’s Beauty
Eye contact is the biggest source of causing attraction and distraction. It is but natural, in our movements and actions, we touch upon objects and people not merely by hands, but by all our senses. Human mind is naturally drawn to beauty, pleasure and love.
In some way or the other, we tend to develop an attachment. Sometimes we keep thinking of what we touched. Sometimes even to the extent of imagining, owning, being with and dreaming. Maya, as they call it!
In the V
Rasananda Das, aka Happy Jack (in black), with GEV monks and retreat participants.
A group of 42 yoga practitioners from six continents recently completed a deeply transformative pilgrimage to Govardhan EcoVillage (GEV)—an experience that many described as the most soul-nourishing week of their lives. Immersed in daily yoga, satsang, service opportunities, sacred ceremonies, and the uplifting association of GEV’s devotees, participants encountered bhakti yoga in its lived, practical form. From
By Atma Tattva Das,
Recently, the Bhakti Recovery Group (BRG) celebrated the five-year anniversary of its support network for devotees seeking healing through bhakti and the Twelve Steps. To commemorate the milestone, members from across the world gathered online for a heartfelt celebration. On a softly lit Zoom call, faces from Berlin to Bengaluru filled the screen. Some smiled, some cried, and others simply listened. Founder and guiding force Jiva G. watched from her home altar, overwhelmed w
One way many people came in contact with the Hare Krishna movement was through college programmes. From the early days of ISKCON devotees have been presenting the Vedic philosophy to students at universities around the world. Srila Prabhupada was very happy to receive reports from such events.
In this film we hear from devotees who attended lectures and kirtan at universities in Philadelphia. It is always nice to film devotees and hear the stories and thoughts about how they came to the sankirta
By Kulavati Krishnapriya Devi Dasi
Pranada Comtois, author of the book The Bhakti Trilogy, has launched a comprehensive new YouTube series called “Exploring Bhakti” to provide modern seekers with a systematic and accessible introduction to the philosophy and practice of Bhakti. The series addresses a significant gap in online resources for those seeking to understand Bhakti philosophy in a methodical, comprehensive manner.
Pranada explained that the inspiration came after noticing the lack of q
Jahnava Sundari Devi Dasi, founder of Cintamani Yoga in Florence, Italy, has built a vibrant spiritual and healing community by fusing traditional yoga with bhakti principles. Through years of personal hardship, spiritual surrender, and a deeply intuitive approach to healing, her work has inspired many to explore Krishna consciousness in an accessible yet transformative way.
Early Years and Introduction to Bhakti
Jahnava Sundari’s spiritual journey started not with quiet reflection, but with e
Radhanath Swami and Professor Francis Clooney engaged in conversation at Harvard event.
The Bhakti Yoga Conference, titled “Grace in an Age of Distraction,” held from March 1 to April 11, 2025, in collaboration with Harvard Divinity School, welcomed thousands of participants from around the world. The series, featuring nearly 50 esteemed scholars, monks, yogis, and thought leaders, explored the transformative practice of Bhakti Yoga—the yoga of love and devotion.
“The feedback from all 48 spea
Jack Boken, known as Happy Jack, is a yoga teacher, speaker, and spiritual guide whose journey from addiction to devotion has inspired thousands. Through Happy Jack Yoga, he has built a global community focused on healing, connection, and yoga practice. His path has been one of continuous transformation, from temple life to the halls of Harvard, leading to a deep engagement with Bhakti philosophy and some of its leading practitioners. Now, as he nears graduation, he continues to bridge yoga, a
Pancadhara Das in his home studio recording instrumental music for meditation.
Jorge Luis Martin, known in the ISKCON community as Pancadhara Das, has dedicated his life to music and spirituality. As a singer-songwriter, music producer, Reiki practitioner, and Bhakti Yoga devotee, his journey—from the streets of Buenos Aires to a quiet forest retreat—reflects his deep connection to Krishna consciousness.
Early Life and Spiritual Awakening
Born in Buenos Aires, Argentina, to a Catholic family, Pa
