By Champakalata DasiThe International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) joins the world in mourning and paying tribute to the foremost human rights icon of current times, Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela. We offer our condolences to the Mandela family and to the entire South African nation
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- 7 Dec 2013
By Jaganmohini Devi DasiOn the occasion of H.H. Bhaktisvarupa Damodara Swami Sripada Maharaj's 76th Vyasa Puja celebrations, Dec. 8th 2013, we are glad to share with you a heartfelt warm tribute by Rev. Charles Gibbs to Sripada Maharaj
...- 7 Dec 2013
By Radha Govinda devi dasiTaking advantage of a Panamanian National Holiday, on December 1st Iskcon devotees held a 5 hour kirtan organized by Bhakta Jair. The kirtan started with our Temple President Shanto Maharaj leading the kirtan followed by a list of more than 10 kirtan leaders
...- 6 Dec 2013
By Bhakti Caitanya SwamiOn the whole he was very nice, but the most interesting thing was when we went into the temple room. We took him over to see Srila Prabhupada, and he offered obeisances. Then he and I sat down on the other side of the temple room and spoke a little. I was explaining about our movement and what Srila Prabhupada did to establish it – how he travelled single handed from India and got everything started.
...- 6 Dec 2013
By Sugopi Sakhi Devi DasiFoot-tapping fusion kirtan, ‘Vedic Walk’, dance, plays, puppet show, booths offering face painting and henna, matchless gifts, games, food court and more; the grand two-day Jagannath Habba Celebrations organized at the temple premises had all the elements of a spiritual carnival
...- 5 Dec 2013
By Josh ZeppsHost Josh Zepps frames this episode’s interview as a conversation between an atheist and a believer. Pandit discusses his views on science and faith, inter-religious conflict, and the perspectives of a believer on atheism
...- 5 Dec 2013
By Ramanuja dasWith the blessings of Lord Sri Krishna and Srila Prabhupada, we are delighted to inform you that B4U Music TV Channel has started broadcasting our Hare Krishna Culture TV show on its channel every day from 6am till 7am GMT all over the UK, Europe, Africa, Malaysia and Singapore
...- 5 Dec 2013
By Sadbhuja DasThe TOVP has already received much acclaim and recognition for its grandeur and size. However, a picture is worth a thousand words. Our staff photographer took a trip to Navadwip and took photos showcasing the view of the temple from across the Ganga. Captured from a distance, these pictures underscore how formidably the super structure stands against the landscape
...- 5 Dec 2013
By Dhirabhakta DasIt's book marathon time, a time when we can show our appreciation and love for Srila Prabhupada, and anyone and everyone can be a part of it and there is many devotee's who are willing to help if your unsure
...- 4 Dec 2013
By Chaitanya Charan DasaNo, because the only way to get over with temptation is by resistance, not indulgence. The peace that we get after indulgence is short-lived and deceptive; lasting peace comes only through resistance and transcendence.
...- 3 Dec 2013
By Kesava Krsna DasaHow to become a guru within ISKCON? Many say that our understanding of guru-tattva is undeveloped. Others opine that we are far from enabling traditional guru/disciple roles. Should the question even be asked, “How to become guru of disciples?” Are we missing something?
...- 3 Dec 2013
By Manor staffThe Archbishop Emeritus of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Southwark Mr Kevin Mcdonald praised Bhaktivedanta Manor for its 'wonderful welcome and hospitality' during his official visit
...- 2 Dec 2013
By Huffington PostMore people than you may have thought are on plant-based and animal-free diets: PETA reports that 2.5 percent of U.S. residents are vegans, while another 5 percent are vegetarians. Celebrities are no strangers to these dietary changes; big names like Bill Clinton, Ellen DeGeneres and now Al Gore are all on board with veganism
...- 2 Dec 2013
By Chandan Yatra DasThe exact spot where Lord Sri Krishna spoke Bhagavad-Gita. Is the most important place to be seen because there is a Banyan tree in this place under which Krishna explained Bhagavad-Gita 5000 years back to Arjuna
...- 30 Nov 2013
By Vraja Bihari DasI am reminded of Bhakti Vinod Thakur’s kesavatuvajagatvicitra- ‘the material creation of Yours, Oh Keshava is most strange’ I conclude that sex and death are the two eternal activities happening in this bizarre material world;
...- 29 Nov 2013
By Baldev DasWhile still on our Vrindavan Yatra near Govardhan, H.H Radhanath maharaj met all Sankirtan devotees to wish them for a blissful upcoming Book Marathon. Standing in front of Sri Giriraj Govardhan, he prayed to Giriraj that Let all devotees be able to distribute Srila Prabhupad’s mercy more and more this year
...- 29 Nov 2013
By Kaunteya DasI wish to publicly commend Devaki Mataji for clarifying her position and for formally aligning with Srila Prabhupada’s teachings on the issue of women diksa-gurus
...- 29 Nov 2013
By Chaitanya Charan dasAnother objection might be, “When devotional service is done publically, might it not degenerate into a public performance meant to garner prestige in a pious culture that exalts such activities?”
...- 29 Nov 2013
By Basu Ghosh DasThe eagerness of a section of devotees to see a female blessed as diksha guru in ISKCON posthaste is akin "affirmative action" in the USA, as well as the reservation system for the backward classes here in India. Call it "social engineering", if you want. The mood is “let’s have a token woman diksha guru” to affirm that women are equal to men in ISKCON
...- 29 Nov 2013
By Parasuram dasNow here is something important I would like to share with you. In ISKCON devotees may wonder what will happen to me when I get old ? Who is going to look after me? Well here is the good news...In Vraj Lord Krishna promises that no one will go hungry. It is quite simple, we just got to learn a few words in Hindi. This is all you need to know,"give me one rotte....you have hot milk?...onion and garlic I don't eat...where can I get drinking water". That is just about all you need to know
...- 28 Nov 2013
By Sri Radharamana dasa Report: On Monday 11th November, HSBC celebrated the third annual corporate festival of lights, Diwali at the Global Headquarters in Canary Wharf, London. Originated in 1865, HSBC operates in 85 countries through 7,200 offices for 89 million customers. Managing assets of $2.693 trillion, HSBC is known as the world's largest bank and sixth-largest company according to Forbes.
...- 28 Nov 2013
By Kesava Krsna Dasa.Are all of Srila Prabhupada’s relative quotes and observations absolute? If perhaps, some of these opinions do not match up precisely to observable reality, would that compromise his status as a perfect pure devotee? Or are our expectations of this perfection distorted to suit our dogma?
...- 28 Nov 2013
By SJMKL Editorial Team Harinam Team – 70 to 75 devotees; a truly cosmopolitan composition. In addition to mrdangas & karatals the ensemble included: A "Bayan" – traditional Russian musical instrument, akin to a harmonium, played by HG Nanda Bihari Dasa from Ukraine. South African Bongo Drum – HG Ramabaktha Dasa from Russia
...- 28 Nov 2013
By Devaki Devi DasiI have no intention whatsoever to prove with my article "The Hot Issue - Female Diksa Guru" that women cannot be Diksa Guru. If any of my readers understood the article in this way, then they missed the very essence of it
...- 28 Nov 2013