Lost? Let Krishna Be Your Compass
HH Bhaktimarga Swami discusses Bhagavad Gita 18.58, focusing on overcoming obstacles by Krishna’s grace and avoiding the pitfalls of acting out of false ego. Speaking from Suriname to an international audience, he shares stories of being “lost” and finding guidance through faith. He emphasizes the importance of chanting, community, and spiritual practices as a “compass” to stay grounded and navigate life’s challenges.
ŚB 3.13.13
yeṣāṁ na tuṣṭo bhagavān
yajña-liṅgo janārdanaḥ
teṣāṁ śramo hy apārthāya
yad ātmā nādṛtaḥ svayam
Synonyms
yeṣām — of those with whom; na — never; tuṣṭaḥ — satisfied; bhagavān — the Personality of Godhead; yajña-liṅgaḥ — the form of sacrifice; janārdanaḥ — Lord Kṛṣṇa, or the viṣṇu-tattva; teṣām — of them; śramaḥ — labor; hi — certainly; apārthāya — without profit; yat — because; ātmā — the Supreme Soul; na — not; ādṛtaḥ — respected; svayam — his own self.
Translation
The Supreme Personality of Godhead, Janārdana [Lord Kṛṣṇa], is the form to accept all the results of sacrifice. If He is not satisfied, then one’s labor for advancement is futile. He is the ultimate Self, and therefore one who does not satisfy Him certainly neglects his own interests.
Purport
Brahmā is deputed as the supreme head of universal affairs, and he in his turn deputes Manu and others as charges d’affaires of the material manifestation, but the whole show is for the satisfaction of the Supreme Personality of Godhead. Brahmā knows how to satisfy the Lord, and similarly persons engaged in the line of Brahmā’s plan of activities also know how to satisfy the Lord. The Lord is satisfied by the process of devotional service, consisting of the ninefold process of hearing, chanting, etc. It is in one’s own sell-interest to execute prescribed devotional service, and anyone who neglects this process neglects his own self-interest. Everyone wants to satisfy his senses, but above the senses is the mind, above the mind is the intelligence, above the intelligence is the individual self, and above the individual self is the Superself. Above even the Superself is the Supreme Personality of Godhead, viṣṇu-tattva. The primeval Lord and the cause of all causes is Śrī Kṛṣṇa. The complete process of perfectional service is to render service for the satisfaction of the transcendental senses of Lord Kṛṣṇa, who is known as Janārdana.
They spent a full-day at the Manor which included a full tour of the building, grounds and farm. Later there were presentations on Resilience and another on the Bhagavad Gita, by Kripamoya das. The guests were also treated to a relaxing sound bath, a hatha yoga session, plenty of kirtan and a delicious meal.
This video features a class on Śrīmad Bhāgavatam 4.5.9 by Divyangi Devi Dāsi, in Iskcon NYC, focusing on spiritual lessons from the story of Sati’s insult by Dakṣa. It discusses humility, pride, devotional service, and forgiveness, emphasizing the importance of respectful relationships and consistent service. The speaker shares reflections, Sanskrit recitations, and encourages active spiritual practice.
Sri Jayadeva Gosvami -Disappearance
Bhaktivinoda Thakura has commented that even though Sri Gauranga Deva hadn’t revealed his internal pastimes at that time, within the heart of Sri Jayadeva, Sri Bilvamangala, Sri Candi das and Sri Vidyapati, the transcendental mood of Mahaprabhu was awakened even before He Himself actually made His appearance.
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Food for Life Mission in Hungary Continues
“Since more and more people are joining the line, we are distributing 250 instead of 200 rich non-perishable food packages, as well as 250 servings of hot meals and 250 servings of a sweet dessert, halva, at Anna Spring,” shared organizer Karuna-mayī Devī Dāsī about the Szeged food distribution, scheduled for Saturday, the 18th.
Wednesday 1/15 Krishna Temple welcomed some curious little visitors from nursery age. 🤩
Children and kindergarten teachers got to know the temple and its operations, led by Inna Mataji. Inna presented stories about the childhood of Lord Krishna and Sri Sri Gaura Nitai to children. 🙌 The guests also got to hear energizing kirtan-music. 🎹 In the end, the guests tasted the cookies and juices made with love from the temple. 🍪 🍪
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