By Mani Manjari dd As devotees serving in Iskcon London book distribution is a service that most of us do; following in the footsteps of so many devotees that had served and lived in this wonderful temple in central London, everyone has the opportunity to distribute books either in the temple or in many of...
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- 10 Mar 2026
Translation MahÄrÄja Yudhiį¹£į¹hira said: O godly personality, I do not know where my two uncles have gone. Nor can I find my ascetic aunt who is griefstricken by the loss of all her sons. Purport MahÄrÄja Yudhiį¹£į¹hira, as a good soul and devotee of the Lord, was always conscious of the great loss of his...
- 9 Mar 2026
(1) cheto-darpana-marjanam bhava-maha-davagni-nirvapanam shreyah-kairava-chandrika-vitaranam vidya-vadhu-jivanam anandambhdhi-vardhanam prati-padam purnamritasvadanam sarvatma-snapanam param vijayate shri-krishna-sankirtanam Glory to the Shri Krishna sankirtana (congregational chanting of the Lord’s holy names), which cleanses the heart of all the dust accumulated for years and extinguishes the fire of conditional life, of repeated birth and death. That sankirtana movement is the prime benediction...
- 9 Mar 2026
Maharaja explains a holistic view of health based on Vedic philosophy, describing three interconnected aspects of human existence: the gross physical body, the subtle body (mind, emotions, intellect), and the atma (soul). True well-being requires caring for all three levels because they influence one another. Problems in the physical body can affect the mind and...
- 9 Mar 2026
This film is about three Hare Krishna devotees in Ireland and how the Vedic philosophy has changed their lives. Srila Prabhupada, who brought these teachings to the West in 1965, has given the answers to the major questions of life, which are mainly about birth, old age, disease and death. The Bhagavad-gita is the most...
- 8 Mar 2026
TRANSLATION Kardama Muni said: You, my dear Lord, who are always increasing the honor of Your devotees, have descended in my home just to fulfill Your word and disseminate the process of real knowledge. PURPORT When the Lord appeared before Kardama Muni after his mature yoga practice, He promised that He would become Kardamaās son....
- 7 Mar 2026
This class from ÅrÄ«mad-BhÄgavatam, explains how the development of love of God begins with faithful hearing about Kį¹į¹£į¹a. The discussion highlights the value of a minimalist life, cultivating detachment, and understanding oneās true identity as the seerādistinct from the body and mind. A thoughtful reflection on practical spiritual growth and inner clarity. SB 3.32.22-36 “Liberation...
- 7 Mar 2026
We human beings have always searched for happiness, which means we know weāre not happy. Discontent burns within us, but we search for fulfillment outside ourselves. Weāre taught that weāll feel complete when we get the right things. But weāre left wanting more things. The gap between us and true happiness is wider than ever....
- 7 Mar 2026
ANNUAL REPORT CONGREGATIONAL DEVELOPMENT MINISTRY (CDM) ā¢ 2025 A global network supporting and expanding congregational programs worldwide. Bhakti-vriksha Active outreach across countries and continents. Nama-hatta, Bhakti Steps, Bhakti Kids, Bhakti Homes, Damodara Outreach . CDM Annual report for 2025 To see the complete pdf: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1cQdK_5dgArYXnCsml2c6_0i3HClqiHt5/view?usp=drive_web...
- 5 Mar 2026
By Radha Mohan Das Temple President Her Grace Visakha dasi was invited to join a panel of representatives at a Hertsmere Community Conference, in the Wyllyotts Theatre, Potters Bar. The Community Conference brought together a wide range of delegates, from all sections of Hertsmereās community to collectively learn, network and explore opportunities for collaboration. They...
- 5 Mar 2026
On the occasion of the 540th anniversary of ÅrÄ« Caitanya MahÄprabhu’s appearance day, Varsana Swami speaks about the Lord’s childhood pastimes, the reason for his appearance, and the western prophesies of the “blood moon.” Gaura PÅ«rį¹imÄ 2026 class by Varsana Maharaja...
- 5 Mar 2026
UCLA ran an article about Govinda Datta Dasa Krishna Lunch program. He and Shantatma run the program, starting cooking around 5:30 AM and getting home around 7 PM five days a week. Daily Bruin video presents a profile on Govinda Datta, a dedicated Hare Krishna, a member of a Hindu devotional movement centered on Krishna,...
- 4 Mar 2026
Lokanatha dasa: Dear Maharaja, Prabhu, Mataji, please accept my respectful obeisances. AgtSP! I would like to ask whether You know anyone who could AS SOON AS POSSIBLE take up the service of being the personal servant of my guru-maharaja, HH Smita-Krishna Swami, who lives in Sweden at the ISKCON farm Almviks gƄrd. Sucha personal servant...
- 4 Mar 2026
What does Mayapur look like through the eyes of someone who has dedicated their life to devotion? In this heartfelt and insightful journey, we explore the spiritual heart of Mayapur from the perspective of a sadhu ā not just as a sacred destination, but as a living, breathing dham filled with divine presence, history, and...
- 4 Mar 2026
Hearing and chanting Krishna’s name, instruction, and pastimes is the mainstay of devotional service. Please join us here for spiritual rejuvenation. ISKCON of Silicon Valley Kirtan, Abhishek & Glories of Lord Gauranga | H.G. Vaisesika Dasa | 2026-03-02 | ISV...
- 3 Mar 2026
It states that in the age of Kali, intelligent people worship the incarnation of God through congregational chanting (sankirtan) of the holy names of Krishna. Commentaries by Srila Prabhupada, Jiva Goswami, and Krishnadas Kaviraj explain that the verse refers to Chaitanya Mahaprabhu, understood as Krishna Himself appearing in a golden complexion during Kali Yuga. Unlike...
- 3 Mar 2026
Sri Gaura Purnima is the auspicious appearance day of Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu, also known as Gauranga due to His golden complexion. As stated in the scriptures, the Supreme Lord Sri Krishna appeared as Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu and taught the importance of devotion to Lord Krishna through congregational chanting of the holy names of God, known...
- 2 Mar 2026
Mayapur Sasi das: This month Mayapur, Los Angeles and Melbourne were the top three large temples. London-Soho, Bhopal and Bengaluru South were the top three medium temples. Surat, Atlanta Krishna Life and Navsari were the top small temples and Baltimore, Porto Alegre and Barcelona were the top maha-small temples this month. Almost 300,000 literatures were...
- 28 Feb 2026
A summary of the first chapter is given by ÅrÄ«la Bhaktivinoda į¹¬hÄkura in his Amį¹ta-pravÄha-bhÄį¹£ya as follows. When ÅrÄ« Caitanya MahÄprabhu returned to JagannÄtha PurÄ« from Vį¹ndÄvana, all His devotees from other parts of India, upon receiving the auspicious news, came to Puruį¹£ottama-kį¹£etra, or JagannÄtha PurÄ«. ÅivÄnanda Sena took a dog with him and even...
- 28 Feb 2026
The talk focuses on the nature of spiritual leadership, especially within a devotional community. The speaker explains that true leadership is not about power or control but about service. A real leader wants others to become better than themselves and works to help people grow, become happier, and move closer to Krishna. Leadership is rewarding...
- 28 Feb 2026
Bhakti Brihat Bhagavat Swami, introduces a series of classes about the Pancha Tattva leading up to Gaura Purnima, beginning with the glories of Lord Nityananda. He explains scriptural verses from the Chaitanya Charitamrita describing how Lord Nityananda is the same divine expansion as Balaram, who previously appeared as Lakshman, the younger brother of Lord Rama....
- 28 Feb 2026
Dear Devotees, Please accept our humble obeisances. All glories to Srila Prabhupada. We write with a heavy heart to acknowledge the departure of His Holiness Badrinarayan Swami, who left this world on 26 February 2026 in the sacred land of Sri Vrndavana Dhama. By the NA Regional Governing Body, His Holiness will be especially remembered...
- 27 Feb 2026
Praghosa dasa: All glories, all glories to an ISKCON hero of such consequential significance, someone I was fortunate to have as a dear friend and mentor I’m already missing you Maharaja and will no doubt miss you forever, or at least until I get the privilege of having your vapuh again. For now though, I...
- 27 Feb 2026
HG Ranji Prabhu recounts an experience from 1976 in Vrindavan when he went to receive the Gayatri mantra initiation from A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada. When he offered respects and loudly glorified Prabhupada, Prabhupada immediately redirected the honor toward his own spiritual master, Bhaktisiddhanta Sarasvati Thakura, illustrating how a genuine spiritual teacher passes all respect...
- 27 Feb 2026