On this day of both Joy & Sorrow, I can feel the embrace of His Holiness Gopal Krishna Goswami Maharaja’s mercy on myself. I always feel myself like Sudama embraced by Lord Krishna…kvāhaṁ daridraḥ pāpīyān kva kṛṣṇaḥ śrī-niketanaḥ…
For 47+ years, Maharaja has been my constant guide and friend. He cheered me on (even sometimes chastising me saying- ‘You are in maya’), praised my efforts, and shown me how to serve Srila Prabhupada with love and dedication.
Maharaja sets a perfect example for
