Looking at the ruins of what we’ve been calling until recently Western civilization, I can say that the mankind is illogical and irrational. Led by misguided and selfish leaders, people themselves planned and led their existence to its end, such as we knew it. How come we got here? Couldn’t the ruination of our world be prevented? Couldn’t any of the world leaders remember the bitter lessons of the millenary bloody history of mankind? And why the progress of material science and modern technolo
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On a recent pilgrimage to India, I was often asked to speak about Yamuna devi. Those who associated with her even briefly appreciated her warmth, compassion and devotion to Srila Prabhupada. Yamuna had an uncanny ability to make whoever she met feel as though they were valued and understood. She deeply felt it both a duty and honor to propagate what she had assimilated from Srila Prabhupada, and tried to emulate his standards of excellence in culinary arts, cleanliness, deity worship and in her
By several authors
Incorporating more reading of Srila Prabhupada’s books into your daily routine can be achieved through several practical strategies. Here are some effective methods to enhance your reading practice:
## Establish a Routine
– **Set a Fixed Time:** Dedicate specific time slots each day for reading. Aim for at least one or two hours daily, as Srila Prabhupada emphasized the importance of regular study.
– **Daily Page Goal:** Consider setting a target for the number of pages to rea
By Dandavats Staff Writer
In 2024, the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) celebrated several significant achievements and developments:
**Lifetime Achievement Awards for Stephen Knapp**: Stephen Knapp, known as Sri Nandanandana Dasa, a dedicated disciple of A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, received two prestigious Lifetime Achievement Awards for his global contributions to spreading Krishna consciousness and Vedic culture.
**Launch of the 2024 ‘Live to Give’ Campaign**:
In this video, Ramesh D, a Chartered Accountant and compliance head in Abu Dhabi, interviews Chaitanya Charan, a monk, mentor, spiritual guide, corporate coach, and author of over 27 books. They discuss Chaitanya Charan's book, *Gita for the CEO*, which explores the Bhagavad Gita’s relevance to leadership in the corporate world.
Chaitanya Charan explains that the Bhagavad Gita has deeply influenced his life, and he has studied it from various perspectives, including psychology, science, and
By Aseem Krishna Das
An event to glorify Srila Prabhupada, “Srila Prabhupada Smaran Utsav,” was organized in ISKCON Mayapur from December 21-23, 2024, on the occasion of the most sacred 85th Vyasa Puja ceremony of Subhag Swami. “Smaran Utsav” means a festival to remember, and thus, many esteemed disciples of Srila Prabhupada graciously attended the event. They shared treasures stored within their hearts gathered from their association with Prabhupada.
Subhag Swami inaugurated the grand festival
Devotees in Toronto, Canada, have been actively engaging in building relationships with government officials and faith-based organizations throughout 2024. Here are some of the events from the past year, shared by Vallabh Hari Das, who serves as Interfaith Coordinator for the ISKCON Toronto Temple, in addition being the Chair of Reimagining Rath Yatra, and Emcee for major ISKCON events across Canada.
Diwali and Bandi Chhor Celebration at Parliament Hill, Ottawa
Devotees were welcomed to a Diwali
Became the first for using the new Huntsville facility comprised of temple, restaurant, and residence as a location for some dramatical entertainment. The modest effort at community theatre, which perhaps we could call “The Jagannatha Story Tour,” has brought us to this fine tourist city.
Devotees had been chanting beautiful Krishna bhajan songs, then I was given the spotlight to say something about New Year’s resolutions. An arati service then followed. Finally, our troupe presented the d
In this YouTube Short, “4 ways to make the new year’s positivity LAST,” Chaitanya Charan Das uses “last” as a memorable acronym to offer practical advice for maintaining a positive mindset throughout the year. He emphasizes the importance of setting realistic goals, cultivating gratitude, surrounding oneself with positive influences, and engaging in regular self-reflection. These strategies aim to help individuals sustain the initial optimism that often accompanies the start of a new year. Click
December 30, 2024
The film version of a book by the same name, “Monkey on a Stick” was released for streaming on December 11, on AMC+ and Amazon Prime. The film was previously released on a limited basis in theaters in Canada and will likely be available in other countries in the future.
The film focuses on the abuse of power and crimes committed in the 1980s by four former ISKCON leaders who were removed from their positions forty years ago. The book and film are part of the “true crime” genre
It’s good to start young. Such is the case of a young six-month-old daughter of Gangadas and Rohini Shakti. Vrnda Hladini was receiving her first grains in a sacrament (samskara) called anna prasana. Friends and family came to support the ceremony which involves a fire or agni invocation. Nityananda, 23, officiated the program.
The family insisted that I spoon feed the little baby, and so I felt happily obliged. While the ceremony went on, I noticed Vasey, Laksmi, and their two girls ent
Love is our innermost longing. Gita wisdom declares that our longing for love is best fulfilled when we learn to love Krishna. Let’s understand this central Gita teaching in five parts:
- Loving Krishna enables our love to break free from all limitations,
- Krishna is eminently lovable,
- Krishna loves all of us impartially,
- Krishna’s love for us is unconditional and
- Krishna engages his omnipotence to help us when we choose to love him.
1. Loving Krishna enables our love to break free from all limi
From Back to Godhead
Providing inspiration for the world’s largest democracy.
“We say God’s on our side but the more important question to ask is are we on God’s side…” (George Washington)
Democracy is supposed to be ‘by the people, of the people, and for the people,’ but I fear it may soon be redefined as ‘buy’ the people, ‘off’ the people, and ‘far’ (from) the people,” exclaimed Suresh, a 25-year-old man I met while returning to the temple from an outstation program. He was disappointed tha
We would especially like to hear from you about Unity in Diversity in terms of your experiences and understanding of Srila Prabhupada. Perhaps how you heard him talk about this, or how he put it into practice.
Srila Prabhupada Evokes Unity in Diversity
When dissimilar individuals or concepts are harmonised, it’s called ‘unity in diversity.’ Such unity isn’t based on mere tolerance of psychological, personal, or ideological differences but is based on an understanding that differences are nat
The funeral for 29-year-old Jasmin, a very loving person, was held at the Lotus Crematorium at an early time slot – 7 AM. Bless her soul, and condolences to the family, parents, Dave and Hena, and Ritvik, her fiancé.
From the great text, Sri Isopanishad, mantra 17, we are informed
vayur anilam amrtam
athedam bhasantam sariram
om krato smara krtam smara
krato smara krtam smara
Translation
Let this temporary body be burnt into ashes, and let the air of life be merged with the totality
By Dina Dayala dasa (Dario Knez)
Introduction
Jiva Gosvami (1513-1598) is the youngest of the six Gosvamis of Vrindavana[i] who are honoured as genuine representatives of the teachings and faith of Caitanya Mahaprabhu (1486-1534). All of them, except Jiva Gosvami, were personally inspired, instructed or commissioned by Caitanya. (Kapoor, 1984, 54). It seems that Jiva did not have the privilege to associate with and learn from Caitanya; in 1535, at the time he joined Vrindavana’s group, Caitanya
By Giriraj Swami
Today is the disappearance day of Srila Jiva Gosvami, one of the Six Gosvamis of Vrndavana, direct disciples of Lord Chaitanya. Srila Prabhupada writes, “Srila Jiva Gosvami composed and edited at least twenty-five books. They are all very much celebrated . . . After the disappearance of Srila Rupa Gosvami and Sanatana Gosvami in Vrndavana, Srila Jiva Gosvami became the acarya of all the Vaisnavas in Bengal, Orissa, and the rest of the world, and it is he who used to guide them
“Sri Jagadisa Pandita is the savior of the world. He distributes the nectar of love of Krsna just like a dense mass of dark clouds in the sky distributes rainfall.” [C.C. Adi 11.30]
Sri Jagadisa Bhatta took his birth in the region of Gauhati. His father’s name was Sri Kamalaksa Bhatta, who was the son of Bhatta Narayana, who hailed from Goyghar Bandyaghata. Both the mother and father of Jagadisa were very devoted Visnu-bhaktas. After his parents passed away he came with his wife to live on the
Sri Jagadisa Bhatta took his birth in the region of Gaihati. His father’s name was Sri Kamalaksa Bhatta. Both the mother and father of Jagadisa were very devoted Visnu-bhaktas. After his parents passed away he came with his wife to live on the banks of the Ganges. His wife’s name was Dukhini-devi.
After Lord
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