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, Pancadhara initially practiced Christianity but became disillusioned with organized religion by age 14. However, music remained a constant in his life. He was particularly drawn to George Harrison’s My Sweet Lord, though he did not initially recognize its spiritual significance.
In 1986, his path took an unexpected turn when he attended a Gaura Purnima festival near his school. Initially skeptical, he was struck by the prasadam—particularly a Simply Wonderful sweet—and surprised to see his sister and atheist best friend among the devotees. Intrigued, he engaged in philosophical discussions, particularly about vegetarianism, which challenged his atheistic views. “Their reasoning made perfect sense, and I had no arguments against it,” he recalled.
Over time, he began exploring the Bhagavad-gita and chanting the Hare Krishna mantra. “Meeting the devotees and hearing the philosophy of Krishna consciousness opened my eyes,” he said. “It wasn’t just about belief; it was a way of life that aligned with scientific and observable truths.”
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