HH Krishna Kshetra Swami gave a conference at China Medical University in Taichung, Taiwan, where he was invited to speak on Yoga and Psychological Stress Relief. In the talk, he discusses how the ancient Indian yoga tradition understands the problem of stress and the importance of preparing the mind through practices such as meditation and mantra chanting. Drawing on traditional sources including the Yoga Sutra, Bhagavad Gita, and Atharva Veda, he explains how yoga is meant to calm the mind and
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Our Rishikesh Kirtan Fest was created to give people a genuine taste of the spiritual world. With the chanting of the holy names at the very heart of the event a deep spiritual atmosphere has been resonating for over a month now, both in the streets of Rishikesh and within the kirtan hall of our large ashram.
Each evening concludes with the distribution of a sumptuous vegetarian feast and together these elements have proven to be a most effective formula for awakening Krsna consciousness in the
By Kulavati Krishnapriya Devi Dasi,
The Bhaktivedanta Research Centre (BRC), in collaboration with Dev Publishers, will release the South Asian edition of A Living Theology of Krishna Bhakti: Essential Teachings of A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupāda by His Holiness Tamal Krishna Goswami, edited with Introduction and Conclusion by Dr. Graham M. Schweig (Garuda Das), PhD.
This publication will mark a significant moment not only for devotees and scholars of Gauḍīya Vaiṣṇavism but also for ISKCON
His Grace Vasuttama Dasa, a devoted disciple of A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, departed from this world on March 8, 2026, at ISKCON Radhadesh. Earlier that day, after attending the joyful Holi feast at the temple community, he went to rest in his room and peacefully left his body. Devotees remember him as a gentle and deeply sincere soul who constantly spoke of Srila Prabhupada with heartfelt gratitude, reverence, and love.
Over many years of service at Radhadesh, Vasuttama Dasa contribut
I am back at my service and I went around asking our resident devotees what was eventful on this day when Holi is celebrated by many people from India, especially.
Vatsal: I came back from work at Boosters Juice to the temple, and I noticed some people with their faces covered with that coloured powder and I had a major flashback that took me to my childhood when there was so much fun and colour in the atmosphere.
Jiva Doya: I went on an early morning walk after a long time, saw the eastern
Sri Yudhisthira Maharaja said, "Oh Supreme Lord, I have heard from You the explanation of Amalaki Ekadasi which occurs during the light fortnight of the month of Phalguna (February–March), and now I wish to hear about the Ekadasi that occurs during the dark fortnight of the month of Chaitra (March–April). What is its name, Oh Lord, and what results can one attain by observing it?"
The Supreme Personality of Godhead, Lord Sri Krishna, replied, "O best of kings, for the benefit of everyone I sha
The North America Vaishnavi Ministry is participating in the United Nations (UN) Commission on the Status of Women (CSW70), from March 9–20 at UN Headquarters in New York City. In-person participants include Govind Priya Devi Dasi, Syama Mohini Devi Dasi, and Ila Hatwal.
In addition to attending the international gathering, the representatives will also speak at a parallel event hosted through the NGO/CSW (Non-Governmental Organization/Commission on the Status of Women) Forum, contributing a f
The ISKCON Environmental Initiative (IEI) is encouraging devotees and communities worldwide to deepen their commitment to sustainable living by sharing new resources focused on children and community well-being. Rooted in the teachings of Srila Prabhupada, the initiative promotes values such as simplicity, gratitude, and responsible stewardship of Krishna’s creation. As environmental concerns continue to grow globally, the initiative aims to help temples and congregations adopt practices that r
On this Gaura Purnima Day I offer this poem:
RESPONSE TO THE RAGES
There is a major unrest on the globe
Public air travel has somewhat slowed
Replaced by war missiles in the sky
At a speed that defies species that fly
Hatred has escalated to a major peak
Reducing mountains to a level that's meek
Such rages arise from a misidentification
Perceiving spirit as self is clarification
The mammoth lie is to say "the body is me"
When sticky attachments do not permit one to see
But who wants a pat a
By Sitalatma Das
Part of our ISKCON folklore is a story of early devotees wondering who were those māyāvādīs Śrīla Prabhupāda always rallied against – because no one knew any particular māyāvādī at the time, and then it hit them – they (we) are the māyāvādīs! Not by our professed ideology but by our attitudes and by the quality of our relationships, which were often very impersonal in nature. A lot of Bhāgavatam classes were spent on uncovering impersonalism in our lives afterwards. Otherwise a
Translation (SB 11.10.17)
Although the performer of fruitive activities desires perpetual happiness, it is clearly observed that materialistic workers are often unhappy and only occasionally satisfied, thus proving that they are not independent or in control of their destiny. When a person is always under the superior control of another, how can he expect any valuable results from his own fruitive actions?
Purport
Although materialistic persons reject Kṛṣṇa consciousness and instead pursue t
The purpose of this paper is to both establish the importance of the seva of reading Srila Prabhupada’s books as well as understanding the essence of the message in Prabhupada’s books which is the performance of devotional service, regardless of one’s role or place in society.
Firstly I would like to present my own personal reading resume: I have read the Srila Prabhupada Lilamrta five times, the five-volume set of the unedited letters of Srila Prabhupada three times, the Bhagavad-Gita As It Is
In the mission of spreading Krishna consciousness, devotees and temples worldwide strive to live according to the principles of compassion, purity, and respect for all living beings. Central to this culture is go-seva—the loving protection and service of cows, who are deeply cherished in Vedic tradition.
However, in the modern world, it is important for us to carefully examine the sources of the dairy products we consume.
Understanding the Modern Dairy Industry
Many widely available dairy bran
The Boat Festival has its roots in Goloka Vrindavan, the spiritual eternal realm. One of the boat pastimes is described in detail in Gopal Champu by Srila Jiva Goswami. One day the gopis, loaded with pots full of yogurt and butter, came to the banks of Manasi Ganaga, wishing to cross the river. They met a boatman who gladly agreed to help. When the boat was already far away from the bank the boatman stopped rowing, saying that He was too hungry. The gopis gave Him whatever food they had in thei
The video features a brief interview with two long-time devotees serving in the Hare Krishna temple community in Hong Kong: Shereimony and Suchandra, both disciples of their spiritual teacher. They discuss what inspires them in Krishna consciousness and how they deal with challenges.
Shereimony explains that her greatest inspiration comes from associating with other devotees and participating in congregational singing (kirtan). Although studying scripture is valuable, she feels that direct assoc
The Most Wonderful Day of the Year!
The most wonderful day of the year is fast approaching: Srila Prabhupada’s Vyasa-puja day! Please sharpen your pencil or boot up your keyboard and let your love and appreciation flow for the most wonderful personality, whom we’re so fortunate to have as our eternal master.
Written homages are due by May 1, 2026. You will note that this deadline is later than usual, so please also be aware that NO homages will be accepted after this date!
Please email homages t
As the global ISKCON community prepares to celebrate the appearance day of its Founder-Acharya, His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, devotees around the world are invited to submit written homages for inclusion in the 2026 Srila Prabhupada Vyasa-puja Book. Organizers have announced that submissions are due by May 1, 2026, noting that the deadline is later than usual this year but emphasizing that no homages will be accepted after this date. Offerings should be emailed to vphomag
A major artistic project is underway for the Temple of the Vedic Planetarium (TOVP) in Mayapur, featuring a series of large-scale devotional paintings depicting the pastimes of Lord Nrsimhadeva. The video highlights an ambitious effort to produce 16 detailed paintings that narrate the dramatic story of the Lord’s appearance and the deliverance of His great devotee Prahlad Maharaj. The narrative sequence begins with the well-known episode of the four Kumaras cursing Jaya and Vijaya, and concludes
When I saw the young man sweeping the leaves from the temple court yard, I was actually also in the midst of cleaning. He was very particular about picking up every last bit of the organic matter, the dried leaves fallen from two bael trees. I was chanting japa at the time, pacing my steps on the tiled floor, going for an internal cleanse. I was a trite envious of him. He was doing a more successful job than I was. I just had to take a photo of him,
Being that we are on the eve of Chaitanya’
Srila Srivasa Pandit, the fifth member of the Panca-tattva, appeared in Srihatta, West Bengal, about 30 years before the appearance of Lord Gauranga. Srivasa Pandit lived in Navadvipa before the advent of Lord Chaitanya.
Living the traditional brahminical life, he and his younger brothers, Srinidhi, Sripati and Srirama, worshipped Lord Krishna, performing devotional service and bathing thrice daily in the Ganges. On his order, they moved to Navadvipa and began to associate with the senior and re
