Responding swiftly to Gajendra’s fervent plea, Lord Vishnu, mounted atop his Vahana Garuda, hastened to the scene. Witnessing the divine approach, Gajendra, in an act of profound devotion, raised a lotus with his trunk. Pleased by this heartfelt gesture, Lord Vishnu wielded his Sudarshana Chakra, severing the crocodile’s head and liberating Gajendra from mortal peril....
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- 30 Oct 2025
There are different manifestations of the Lord. He is one, but He has become many. He divides Himself into two different expansions, one called kalā and the other vibhinnāṁśa. Ordinary living entities are called vibhinnāṁśa expansions, and the unlimited expansions of viṣṇu-tattva, such as Vāmana, Govinda, Nārāyaṇa, Pradyumna, Vāsudeva and Ananta, are called svāṁśa-kalā. Svāṁśa...
- 30 Oct 2025
There is one reason why we are here in the material world that needs to be confronted and then solved: envy. Envy of the success of others, and ultimately envy towards the Lord, which manifests in not wanting to give Him the position in our life that He has — the center of all our...
- 29 Oct 2025
*Essence of the Yatra:* Kartik Yatra offers a unique opportunity to reconnect with Krishna through prayer, kirtan, and satsang. Each day deepens the devotee’s relationship with the Lord. ISKCON Chowpatty Kartik Yatra 2025 | Day 7 | Govardhan, Vrindavan | HH Radhanath Swami...
- 29 Oct 2025
Event Highlight: The post promotes the Kartik Nabadwip Mandal Parikrama 2025, a spiritual pilgrimage organized by ISKCON Mayapur. Kartik Nabadwip Mandal Parikrama 2025 Contact: 8016401401 https://www.facebook.com/share/1FaAcN6Nrj/?mibextid=wwXIfr Mayapur.TV Click on the photo to see the complete post....
- 28 Oct 2025
A story from Krishna, the Supreme Personality of Godhead by His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada The King of Vidarbha, Maharaja Bhismaka, had five sons and a young daughter known as Rukmini. Many saintly persons used to visit the King’s palace, and from them Rukmini obtained information about Lord Krishna, the Supreme Personality of...
- 28 Oct 2025
When we sit in kirtan, we can shut out all the other lamps that light our path to the world—our fame, our money, our material attachments and desires, our plans, aspirations, inclinations, etc., and make this a time with Krishna. One good practice that I always like to do is to imagine myself sitting before...
- 28 Oct 2025
Śrīla Viśvanātha Cakravartī states that in response to Bali’s prayers, Śrī Kṛṣṇa invited him to choose some benediction, and in this verse Bali submits his request. Bali begs to be relieved of the entanglement of material life so he will be free to leave home and wander in the wilderness, with only the Lord’s lotus...
- 28 Oct 2025
Barsana – the divine abode of Srimati Radharani. Come, let’s walk together through the enchanting, winding paths of Barsana — a sacred wonderland where the divine mercy of Srimati Radharani showers unconditionally. Our journey takes us through the narrow pass of Sankari Khor, where Krishna playfully stopped the gopis, demanding butter as tax before letting...
- 27 Oct 2025
Our parikrama group spent several days in Kolkata, visiting the sacred and historic sites associated with Śrīla Prabhupāda. During our stay, we observed Śrīla Prabhupāda’s disappearance day at his birthplace. We also visited Ulta Danga where he first met his spiritual master, Śrīla Bhaktisiddhānta Sarasvatī Ṭhākura. The property is now owned by ISKCON, which has...
- 27 Oct 2025
Arcita Dasa added photos to the album titled ATLANTIC Antic | 05 October 2025, taken at Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn, New York. The post includes 23+ photos. Arcita Dasa added photos to the album: ATLANTIC Antic | 05 October 2025 — at Atlantic Avenue, Brooklyn. Arcita Dasa...
- 27 Oct 2025
The Lord awards all benedictions according to the heart’s desire of a devotee, so the Lord informed Kardama Muni, “The girl who is coming to be married with you is a princess, the daughter of Emperor Svāyambhuva, and so just suitable for your purpose.” Only by God’s grace can one get a nice wife just...
- 27 Oct 2025
The selfless love of Godhead exhibited by the gopīs cannot have any parallel. We should not, therefore, misunderstand the carefulness of the gopīs in their personal decoration. The gopīs dressed themselves as beautifully as possible, just to make Kṛṣṇa happy by seeing them. They had no ulterior desires. They dedicated their bodies, and everything they...
- 27 Oct 2025
Pari Vidha: A few months ago, a song from the sixties kept popping up in my mind. From past experiences I felt that I might have to transform it into something Krishna conscious. Reflecting on the lyrics, I thought I thought it could be turned into a song to Prabhupāda. I kept the first verse...
- 26 Oct 2025
Srila Prabhupada 48th Tirabhava Mahotsava 2025 – Iskcon Mayapur...
- 25 Oct 2025
Virtual event LIVE from Bhaktivedanta Manor Bhaktivedanta Manor Presents: Disappearance of Srila Prabhupada – 25th October 2025...
- 25 Oct 2025
Srila Prabhupada departed from this world in Vrindavan dham, India, on the 14th of November 1977. One would not usually celebrate the disappearance day of a person, especially one so loved and revered as Srila Prabhupada. However, the departure of a pure Vaishnava gives cause for jubilation because he returns to his eternal service at...
- 25 Oct 2025
“The spirit of Govardhan Puja”, The deeper meaning and mood behind the celebration of Govardhan Puja, explained by Radhanath Swami himself. Kartik Yatra 2025: a devotional pilgrimage during the sacred Kartik month celebrated with deep spiritual practices like kirtan (chanting), kathas (spiritual discourses), and parikrama (holy walks). The spirit of Govardhan Puja – Iskcon Chowpatty...
- 25 Oct 2025
A spiritual discourse or storytelling session centered around the teachings, life, and legacy of A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, the founder of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON). If you’re drawn to spiritual storytelling, devotional wisdom, or the legacy of Srila Prabhupada, this video is likely rich with heartfelt reflections and teachings. Srila Prabhupada’s...
- 24 Oct 2025
Translation The Emperor Svāyambhuva Manu, the son of Lord Brahmā, who is well known for his righteous acts, has his seat in Brahmāvarta and rules over the earth with its seven oceans. Purport Sometimes it is stated that Brahmāvarta is a part of Kurukṣetra or that Kurukṣetra itself is situated in Brahmāvarta, because the demigods...
- 24 Oct 2025
Kartik Deep Daan Sri Dham Mayapur Day-17 #DamodarMonth Mayapur.TV Devotional engagement from the community, with over 1,000 reactions, 108 comments, and 30 shares. Click on the photo to see the complete post....
- 24 Oct 2025
At the recent national ISKCON strategic planning meetings in Melbourne (11-12 October), leaders set a goal to increase book distribution across Australia by 20% in 2025 compared to 2024. ISKCON Brisbane has already achieved this target – with more than 2 months still remaining in the year! For those unfamiliar with our book distribution mission:...
- 23 Oct 2025
Who would have had the power to render ecstatic devotional service that follows in the footsteps of the damsels of Vraja? Indeed, the clever expertise of the Vraja-gopis is a prerequisite for entering the supremely sweet forest of Vrinda Devi. Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with...
- 23 Oct 2025
By Mahavana Das Report on the “Purposeful Leadership” Seminar by His Grace Gauranga Darshan Das In an era when leadership is often equated with power, wealth, and visibility, His Grace Gauranga Darshan Das presented a refreshing vision at the seminar titled “Purposeful Leadership: Purpose Must Lead, Profits Shall Follow.” The event was organized by the...
- 23 Oct 2025