In late May 2025, Orlando’s Rosen Shingle Creek resort has been humming with devotional music and joyous celebration as thousands of Hare Krishna devotees convene for the 12th annual Sadhu Sanga Kirtan Retreat, organized by HH Indradyumna Swami. This year’s gathering is bigger than ever, easily eclipsing past editions. For context, the 2024 retreat in Texas drew over 3,100 devotees from 46 states and 14 countries, topping the 2023 record of 3,000 participants from 42 states and 14 nations. By mi
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By Kulavati Krishnapriya Devi Dasi
Mayapur Clean and Green, under the leadership of Murari Mohini Devi Dasi, has recently undertaken a significant tree planting drive aimed at restoring the natural beauty and ecological balance of Sri Mayapur Dham. With a deep commitment to environmental protection rooted in spiritual consciousness, the effort focused on systematic planting and long-term care of trees that hold both ecological and spiritual value.
Over the years, thousands of trees—banyan, peepa
My name is Nimai Sharma, a devotee pursuing my Master’s thesis at Erasmus University Rotterdam. My research investigates how mantra meditation affects problem-solving abilities. Your daily chanting practice is invaluable in demonstrating the scientific benefits of our spiritual traditions.
This thesis topic stems from my own experience balancing spiritual and material life growing up in Krishna consciousness. There was always a clear divide between what I did at home and what I did in school, an
Gita Nagari Retreat 2025 – Krsna in Vraja
At the heart of the Gita Nagari Retreat 2025 was a powerful, evocative journey through the soul of Bhakti: a meditation on Krsna in Vraja, culminating in an impassioned exploration of the Ras Lila – the sacred dance of divine love between Krsna and the gopis of Vrindavan. Led by Garuda Das (Graham M. Schweig, PhD), the retreat offered a rare blend of poetic devotion, theological insight, and scholarly depth, rooted in decades of spiritual practice and ac
The transformation of vegetarianism from a niche dietary choice to a mainstream culinary movement owes much to the pioneering efforts of ISKCON’s Govinda’s restaurants, which have served as cultural ambassadors for plant-based cuisine across six continents for nearly five decades. Beginning with humble roots in 1979 London, these spiritually-inspired establishments have evolved into a global network that has introduced millions to the pleasures of vegetarian dining while proving that ethical foo
Melbourne, 1970s — What started as a casual errand to buy marijuana ended in a life-altering spiritual journey for one young man in Melbourne.
As part of a typical day of street outreach, a devotee of the Hare Krishna movement set up near Flinders Street Station, creatively attracting passersby with incense and cheerful conversation. His goal was to share spiritual literature, especially books by A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, the movement’s founder.
Among the busy crowd, a curious young m
ISKCON UK stands as a transformative force within the global Hare Krishna movement, serving as both a pioneering foundation and a contemporary model for spiritual innovation worldwide. From its historic establishment in London over five decades ago to its current role as a vibrant spiritual community, ISKCON UK has consistently demonstrated how cultural adaptation, educational excellence, and interfaith engagement can strengthen the worldwide mission of Krishna consciousness. The United Kingdom’
By Kulavati Krishnapriya Devi Dasi
ISKCON Somerset, located in New Jersey, USA, is rapidly developing into a prominent spiritual and cultural center under the leadership of Gopi Kantha Krishna Das. What began as a small initiative has grown into a thriving congregation, marked by its commitment to Krishna consciousness, active community outreach, and structured devotional programs.
Sharing his inspiration, Gopi Kantha Krishna Das recalled, “The Bhakti Vriksha modules highlight three pillars: Nam
By Bhakta Dasa
The Melbourne, Australia Hare Krishna Temple recently celebrated its 50th Anniversary from May 16 to 18, 2025, marking five decades since the establishment of the Melbourne Mahaprabhu Mandir in 1975 by His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada.
The three-day Golden Jubilee event brought together devotees, community members, and spiritual leaders to honour the temple’s rich history and ongoing contributions to spiritual life in Australia.
Event Highlights:
Friday, May 16
Chelmsford, 18th May 2025
The town renowned as the birthplace of radio experienced a new kind of transmission this weekend—the transcendental sound of the Holy Names of the Lord—as Chelmsford celebrated its first ever Jagannatha Rath Yatra. This historic and spiritually uplifting event brought together vibrant colours, melodious kirtan, rich culture, and deep devotion, marking a joyous milestone for both the local and wider community.
The streets of Chelmsford came alive as the beautifully adorn
ISKCON’s founder Srila Prabhupada is shown in archival images lovingly offering prasadam to children — an embodiment of his enduring compassion and care for the innocent. Today, that legacy is being powerfully realized in a bold new initiative: the launch of ISKCON’s Child Protection Office Committee (CPOC) website. The official mission underscores that by safeguarding children’s well-being, “we not only nurture the future of ISKCON but also set an example for the world.” The new site (https://
The International Society for Krishna Consciousness has orchestrated one of the most remarkable spiritual transformations of the digital age, leveraging social media platforms to spread ancient Vedic wisdom to millions worldwide. Through strategic digital outreach, ISKCON has successfully bridged the gap between timeless spiritual teachings and contemporary global challenges, creating a movement that transcends geographical boundaries and cultural barriers. This comprehensive digital presence h
By Manjari Gopika Devi Dasi
Over 500 devotees gathered at ISKCON Dallas this spring to witness two sold-out performances of a new Nrsimha drama written, directed, and staged by a team of second-generation devotees. Known as the Kalachandji Players, this group is leading a grassroots revival of Krishna conscious theater—one that’s drawing standing-room-only crowds and inspiring a new generation of Vaishnava artists.
Reigniting Devotional Arts
The recent production of Nrsimhadeva marks the se
By Atma Tattva Das
The Sri Sri Radha Radhanath Temple (SSRRT) in Chatsworth, Durban, will celebrate its 40th anniversary on 11–12 October 2025, coinciding with the 50th anniversary of Srila Prabhupada’s visit to South Africa in 1975. Since opening in October 1985, SSRRT has drawn spiritual seekers and tourists alike with its striking “east meets west” architecture, vastu-purusha mandala design, and six daily arati ceremonies. As part of the milestone festival, the temple has launched a major fo
As a swami I cannot be too detached from seeing a woman whose devotion in life outshines most people’s. I was with Dhira Nitai and Yogen, two male companions, when we went to visit Dwarka who has been struggling after a stroke. She was an exceptional leader at our Scarborough temple during her healthy years. We will never forget her great contribution to our mission, hence, the visit.
Also on our list of visitations was a Sri Lankan woman in her 70s who is an attendee at the same temple.
The newly established Child Protection Office Committee (CPOC) is dedicated to safeguarding the well-being, dignity, and safety of children across ISKCON’s global communities. Our mission is to create an environment where children can grow, learn, and serve joyfully, with the full support of a robust protection system.
We are pleased to announce the launch of our new website: www.iskconcp.org
Here, you’ll find valuable resources on child protection, including how to recognize potential risks, ho
By Raman Reti dasi
On Saturday, May 31st, the ISKCON North America Regional Governing Body (NA-RGB) will be hosting an online webinar exploring how Srila Prabhupada powerfully applied the principle of “spiritual competition” to energize our mission to spread Krishna consciousness worldwide.
The online sanga will be led by Hridayananda Dasa Goswami, a pioneer in Srila Prabhupada’s global mission, and one of the first Westerners to accept sannyasa in ISKCON. He played a leading role in expanding
I took a little bit of a different spin on my class giving for the Bhagavatam this morning, and I asked our students with the Bhakti Academy to put a very short poem together to express what was the content of the Bhagavatam today. Here are the results, I hope you enjoy them:
Rohan:
His eyes never desired to see anything
For him the lotus feet of Krishna were everything
Amala Harinam:
Let me please the Supreme Lord,
With these senses which are never on board
Devanshi:
24 hours a day Amba
From Back to Godhead
Krsna consciousness means God consciousness. We all have consciousness or awareness, but of what are we aware? For example, if you are pinched you will feel it that is consciousness. In our normal everyday activities we are conscious of so many things like our stomach, our dress, our relationship with others, and so on. This particular facility of consciousness is the symptom of life. Without it there exists only inert matter, lifeless and dull. What is absent from the corp
“When we love those who love the Lord, the Lord reveals his love to us. Krishna sends his loving devotees to this world, so that we can transfer our attachment.”- Radhanath Swami
Shivananda Sen, he was taking all the 200-300 devotees from Bengal to Puri. They were walking so many days. And a little dog just started following. And that dog… he wasn’t a kind of pedigree, beautiful kind of dog. He was just the kind of dogs that you find in the streets of India. He followed. He followed. And Shivan
