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How did the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) begin? In this video, we explore the historic incorporation of ISKCON in New York and the inspiring vision of His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Srila Prabhupada. Discover how a small beginning in New York became a worldwide spiritual movement, inspiring millions through the teachings of the Bhagavad-gītā, the chanting of the Hare Krishna mahā-mantra, and devotional service. In this video: • Why ISKCON
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The International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) is a peaceful fraternal movement incorporated in 1966 in New York by its founder Acharya His Divine Grace A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada and it is aimed at teaching a simple way of living in harmony with nature and to achieve the ultimate goal of human life. “We shall call our society ISKCON.” Prabhupada playfully coined first the acronym, although many alternative names were proposed by his close associates. The principal place
ISKCON (the International Society for Krishna Consciousness) was incorporated in New York City, in the State of New York in the US, on 13 July 1966, around 53 years ago. This first incorporation of ISKCON was executed at Srila Prabhupada’s behest – then known to his followers only as ‘Swamiji’ and to others as A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami.
The lawyer under whose aegis the fledgling movement was officially instituted was Mr Steven Goldsmith, an attendee at Srila Prabhupada’s Second Avenue lectures.
Srila Prabhupada incorporated ISKCON on July 13, 1966, in New York City, which corresponds to today on the Vaishnava calendar. The following conversation indicates some of the significance of Srila Prabhupada and ISKCON:
Bhavananda: In Svarup Ganj there’s one big astrologer. So, he saw your photograph, and he said, “This is the face of the most powerful spiritual personality on the planet.”
Prabhupada: [laughs] Hare Krishna.
Brahmananda: Then what else?
Bhavananda: Then he said that “I can tell
The International Society for Krishna Consciousness has potential as a peaceful extra-governmental force for this kind of change, nationally and internationally. In 1966, Srila Prabhupada included in ISKCON’s articles of incorporation a far-reaching statement of the movement’s purposes. Among them: “To bring the members closer together for the purpose of teaching a simpler, more natural way of life.”
Srila Prabhupada did not, however, recommend high-pressure lobbying. Instead, he emphasized the
On this day in 1966 in New York the International Society For Krishna Consciousness was officially incorporated by His Divine Grace A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, the Founder Acarya. Srila Prabhupada’s teachings are based on a basic principle: simple living, higher thinking, for the goal is to always remember Krsna, and never forget Him. “We shall call our society ISKCON.” Prabhupada playfully coined first the acronym, although many other names were suggested.
In case we are wonder
from Back To Godhead Magazine #15-05, 1980 - a brief history of the incorporation of ISKCON
by Satsvarupa Dasa Gosvami
July 11, 1966. 26 Second Avenue, New York City: A few sympathetic, interested people gather in a small downtown storefront to help an Indian swami’s mission by adding their signature to a legal document.
Today, ISKCON has branches all over the world. Millions of lives have been transformed by the Hare Krishna mantra and the philosophy of the Bhagavad-gita—thanks to the vision
With the blessings of Sri Sri Radha Vrindaban Natabara and the incredible generosity of our community we are overjoyed to share that together we raised $1.2 MILLION toward the ISKCON Columbus New Temple! Our heartfelt gratitude to Dream Girl Hema Malini for gracing the evening with her presence and inspiring us all. Thanking every donor, volunteer, sponsor, performer, and guest who made this gala an unforgettable success. This is more than a fundraising milestone—it is the beginning of a spirit
Health update of Jayapataka Swami, 08:00 AM, 5th August 2026; Bengaluru, India.
Hare Kṛṣṇa,
Dear devotees, disciples, and well-wishers,
Please accept our humble obeisances. All glories to Śrīla Prabhupāda.
Today, Guru Mahārāja continues to remain in a delicate and critical condition.
Following yesterday’s severe episode of sepsis, he has not yet shown meaningful signs of improvement in overcoming this infection. The medical team has escalated his antibiotic treatment, but his body has not yet re
The recent film The Odyssey, directed by Christopher Nolan, is a huge hit. People are even heading to the bookstores to purchase a copy of Homer’s book. I’m surprised to see, in this post-literate, soundbite generation of grunts and memes and curses, that people are still interested in classical literature. In an era when colleges are cutting humanities, language, and classics programs, there still seems to be a deep interest in The Odyssey and themessage it holds for us today. And indeed, a st
My count on footsteps completed has been low due to the heat and secondly, the smoke. There has not been rain in the Venables Valley for months. As if the devastating fires of two years past wasn't enough, nearby fires are coming closer, once again. I've been praying to the rain god, hoping for relief. Our bus tour group will be leaving tomorrow despite the Trans-Canada Highway's closure for the time being; however, residents will continue to breathe in a poor quality of air.
While things lo
Shri Lokanatha Goswami was the eldest of the Goswamis living in Vraja-bhumi. He shunned name and fame so much that he asked Krishna Dasa Kaviraja to keep his name out of Chaitanya-charitamrta.
From his early childhood, Shrila Lokanatha was indifferent to family life. One day, giving up his mother and father, and leaving his home behind forever, he went to Mayapura in Navadwipa to take darshan of the holy feet of Shri Gauranga.
Shri Gauranga deva embraced Lokanatha Goswami with great affection,
These are very serious developments. The medical team continues to work around the clock, adjusting treatment as his condition evolves. At this stage, the coming hours and days will be critical. We are specially grateful to HH. Radhanath Swami Maharaja who took time to chant and give some comfort to Guru Maharaja over a video call.
All glories to Śrīla Prabhupāda.
Today, Guru Mahārāja continues to remain in a delicate and critical condition.
Following yesterday's severe episode of sepsis,
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Harvest Festival is a time to pause and remember where everything we receive comes from. As we gathered in gratitude, we offered the season’s harvest with thankful hearts and shared in a tradition that continues to bring people together, year after year. Thank you to everyone who joined us.
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The 50th Anniversary of the Los Angeles Rathyatra was more than a celebration. It was a beautiful reminder of five decades of Lord Jagannath’s mercy flowing through the streets of Los Angeles. Thousands gathered in joyful kirtan, a colorful procession, and heartfelt devotion. It was especially inspiring to see devotees from around the world, many of whom have been part of this historic festival for decades, reunite to celebrate this golden milestone. For one day, the streets of Los Angeles becam
The ISKCON Annamrita Foundation, in collaboration with the Government of West Bengal, inaugurated the state’s largest Centralized School Meal kitchen in Kolkata under the Pradhan Mantri Poshan Shakti Nirman (PM POSHAN) Scheme. The state-of-the-art kitchen spanning 75,000 sq ft was inaugurated on August 1, 2026, by the Chief Minister of West Bengal, Shri Suvendhu Adhikhari.
In its initial phase, the program will provide approximately 200,000 fresh, hygienic, nutritious meals every day to student
Five hundred guests gathered Friday evening at The Glasshouse in Manhattan to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON), marking six decades since ISKCON’s Founder-Acharya His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada formally established the Society in New York City in 1966.
The sold-out gala opened ISKCON’s “Origins” 60th Anniversary Weekend and brought together devotees from around the world alongside leaders from numerous faith trad
We’re now clearly in the mountains. In those wee hours in the morning, I was sitting in the front seat of the silver bus (the other is white) and I was conversing with first, Krishna Priya, the bus driver, and for the second shift, Madhava. The white bus is behind us and we are both plying along in the beginning through the Rockies, the Columbia Mountains and then to the Interior Plateau where the dry hills roll and there is a presence of canyons and the mighty Thompson River flows. By the time
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Looking back over my life, I have often marveled at the mysterious ways Srila Prabhupada and Lord Krishna arrange events. At the time, we rarely understood why something happens. Only years later do we begin to see the beautiful patterns and deeper connections in events.
One experience has stayed with me all these years; On December 8, 1980, my second daughter, Srngara, had just been born at the 340 West 55th Street temple. HH Satsvarupa Maharaj had personally given he
