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We have been roaming in this matterial world from millions of lifetimes, as a effect we have develop so many ananths in our heart. The prominent one is pride. This pride is like sweet venom. At the initial stages it seems very pleasing but as the moments will pass it will start showing its effect.

we think that we are devotees and it is generally believe that the most pure jewel of a devotee is his humility. And and if he doesn't have that means "we are very far. we have to push ourselves .Chait

Registration begins 1st August!!

It is our great pleasure to announce ISKCON MAYAPUR’s 11th annual six-day Kartik Navadwip Mandal Parikrama during the most auspicious month of Kartik (organized by the Mayapur Chandra’s). The Parikrama dates are 15th, 16th, 18th, 19th, 21st & 22nd November, 2023.

There will be two days break, for Srila Prabhuap’s disappearance day (17th of November) and Gopashtami (20th November) so that devotees can participate in the festivals.

For this year also, the parikram

Hare Krishna!

In the gentle embrace of devotion, today marks the joyous celebration of Govardhan Puja, a sacred occasion that beckons us to delve into the divine pastimes of Lord Krishna. This enchanting festival holds a special place in the hearts of devotees, offering a tapestry of devotion, gratitude, and profound spiritual significance.

At the heart of Govardhan Puja lies the timeless story of Lord Krishna lifting the mighty Govardhan Hill to protect the residents of Vrindavan from the wrat

We welcome you on the most auspicious occasion of Govardhana-puja. When I was first initiated by Srila Prabhupada in 1969, he was in Los Angeles and I was in Boston. He sent me a letter in which he wrote, “Your name is Giriraj. Giriraj is a name for Govardhana Hill, on which Krishna used to tend His cows. In Vrindavan the Govardhana Hill is worshiped as a representation of Krishna. Sometimes devotees take a stone from Govardhana Hill and keep it at home as a representation of Krishna, and they

By Savitri Devi Dasi

Devotees are invited to step away from the digital noise and find solace at the Vrindavan Institute for Higher Education’s (VIHE) retreat, “Alone with Krsna: Together with Krsna’s devotees,” to be held November 24-27, 2023, at the Govardhana Retreat Center in Jatipura, Govardhana.

Guided by HG Bhurijana Prabhu, this digital detox retreat promises a blend of Krsna-katha, introspection, prayer, japa, and sastric reading. What makes it special is the dedicated time for introsp

Dear Devotees,

Hare Krishna!
Please accept our obeisances. All glories to Srila Prabhupada, All glories to Mayapur Dham!

As the sacred month of Kartik Maas gently slips away, we find ourselves with just two weeks remaining to immerse in the divine blessings that this auspicious time bestows. Now is the opportune moment to deepen our connection with the Lord and express our love through selfless service.

Consider sponsoring a seva to the Holy Dham of Nityananda at Ekachakra, where the spiritual

On November 1st, one of the leaders of the Salt Lake City Krishna Temple, Sundari Priya Devi Dasi, spoke to a group of about 30 authors (many of whom are professors at Utah universities) on the topic of “Nourishing Your Soul through Conscious Eating.” 

The author group is part of the larger National Society of The Sons of Utah Pioneers, whose membership includes both genders. “They had recently been learning about Hinduism & wanted to hear from a practitioner,” said Sundari Priya, “So in coordi

By Gopikā Rādhikā Devī Dāsī and Sundara Gopāla Dāsa  

Over a decade ago, Kolkata, the birthplace of Śrīla Prabhupāda, witnessed the founding of the Bhaktivedanta Research Center (BRC) by H.G. Hari Śauri Prabhu and H.G. Praṇava Prabhu. Inaugurated in 2009 by H.H. Jayapatākā Mahārāja and H.H. Bhakti Cāru Mahārāja, the BRC has since blossomed into a thriving research center and guest house, serving as a significant destination for the global academic and Vaiṣṇava community.

The inspiration to esta

In a world filled with fast-paced interactions and superficial connections, it’s crucial to pause and reflect on the fundamental principles of building strong, meaningful relationships. Whether you’re connecting with a friend, family member, or colleague, there are timeless truths that can guide you toward nurturing genuine bonds. Let’s explore some valuable lessons from the Bhagavad Gita, a profound wisdom literature, to help you enhance your relationships and make them more fulfilling.

1. The

This morning at class time, our studious team of young devotees and I explored the character of Vidura. He was quite the walker. He covered a good chunk of what is know as India, and which for some is called 'Bharat'. The journey entailed trekking from one tirtha to the next. 'Tirtha' refers to a sacred space where some miracle occurred, or a pastime place for God and saints where many yajnas or sacrifices took place.

Vidura was a hero in the sense that he protected the pious Pandava clan, gave

In a letter dated October 10, 1968, Srila Prabhupada wrote,

“Diwali ceremony can be observed in the temple by illuminating hundreds of candles in different parts of the temple and offering special prasada to the Deity. This ceremony was observed by the inhabitants of Ayodhya, the kingdom of Lord Ramachandra. While Lord Ramachandra was out of His kingdom due to His fourteen years’ banishment by the order of His father, His younger stepbrother, Bharata, took charge of the kingdom, and the day on w

The Sanga Initiative (TSI), a grassroots effort led by young devotees to provide sanga and spiritual formation through in-person and online events, aims to create “a network of young devotees that support and empower each other to become leaders for the next and future generations of ISKCON.” One of their latest efforts is the Kartik Immersion online sanga.

Although registration for live participation in the series has closed, the group is sharing recordings of the multi-part program with the g

By Kulavati Krishnapriya Devi Dasi

“Mayapur Clean & Green” is taking initiatives to plant new trees and protect the ones in the holy Dham. The team, headed by Murari Mohini Devi Dasi, has successfully collaborated with local educational institutions with the requisite space.

Murari said, “We visit and clean the school, give them recycling dustbins, and plant trees. We recently organized a cleaning competition at Sri Mayapur Sishu Niketan School.”

The participation of the schools ensures the bro

I'm back home and after a 16-hour flight direct from Delhi, I felt the need for rest, a shower, and a walk. These are the steps I take to ground myself after a long airy journey. It works. The rest addresses the fatigue the body goes through. The shower counters dryness. Finally, the walk literally gets the feet on the ground and in the ravine where you have dirt on both sides, and plenty of autumn trees.

The squirrels rustle through those moistureless leaves – the type of leaves that hiss when

Highlights of this festival:

Sri Jagannath Darshan, Sri Jagannath Mahaprasadam, Sadhusanga, Chanting, dancing, circumambulating Puridham, bathing in the ocean, and much more, all in the association of more than ten thousand devotees!!

Hearing from expert devotees like HH Bhakti Purushottama Swami, HH Bhakti Ashray Vaishnav Swami, HH Gauranga Prem Swami, HH Bhakti Vijaya Bhagwat Swami, HH Bhakti Gaurav Narayan Swami, And many Srila Prabhupada disciples and senior devotees.

The festival schedule

By Aseem Krishna Das
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A wonderful program entitled, "The glory of Bharatvarsha, Sanatan Culture and the man who preached World Over" was organized on 25th October 2023 in Dr. Mangal Sen Auditorium, Karnal, Haryana. The event was held to glorify and highlight the contributions of His Divine Grace A C Bhaktivedanta Swami Srila Prabhupada in spreading the wisdom of Sanatan Vedic culture throughout the whole world. Taking instructions from his spiritual master His Divine Grace Srila Bhakti Siddhant

By Pavni Gaurangi  
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​The ISKCON Janpath temple in Ludhiana, a beautiful palace for Sri Sri Radha Gopinath, was joyfully inaugurated October 23rd-24th after 15 years of challenges.

The Beginning

Ludhiana is the largest city in the Indian state of Punjab, not only famous for its hosiery and cycle industries but also for its deep religious sentiment. Evidence of this was the 2007 donation to ISKCON of a 4.25-acre space with the hopes a grand temple could be built on the land. Donors included Shr

By Atma Tattva Das

Nestled in the serene heart of Mississippi, the New Talavana community has embarked on an ambitious endeavor to construct a grand new temple, marking a significant milestone in their spiritual journey. This dynamic community, part of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON), is well-known for its vibrant culture, devotion to cow protection, and emphasis on sustainable living.

On October 6-8th, 2023, New Talavana celebrated its 17th Annual Cow Festival, a f

By Savitri Devi Dasi   

The Vrindavan Institute for Higher Education (VIHE) is going to start its fresh batch of the Bhakti-sadacara course from 27 December 2023 to mid-April 2024. The Bhakti-sadacara course is especially designed to give systematic knowledge to new devotees and to train devotees who did not have a chance for such systematic training before.  

The course covers different aspects of the path of devotion and provides not only knowledge but aims to cultivate Vaisnava qualities and

I feel that my day is complete when I have delivered at least one class or one presentation. It was my good fortune to give a class to an enthusiastic group at the local Voice, a centre which is set up to house college students who reside there and learn bhakti. What a great program for a generation of men who want to establish a foundation for themselves as they will be (at least most of them) husbands and fathers. Their effort contributes to the wellness of the society.

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