Golden Jubilee Vraj Mandal Parikrama – Day 2: Talvan & Kumudvan
Two miles west of Talvan is Kumudvan, which presently goes by the name Kudaravan. The kund here is called by different names as either Kumudini Kund ,Padma kunda or Vihar Kund. While herding the cows, Shri Krishna, Shri Balram and the cowherd boys wandered throughout this delightful place. Shri Krishna Himself sported in this kund with the cowherd boys and with sweet words He would summon the cows to the bank of the pond by exclaiming, “Tiri tiri!” And then with “Chun-Chun!” He would tell them to drink water. The boys decorated each other with garlands made of kumudini flowers. Sometimes Krishna hid from His sakhas and, unseen by them, He sported in the water here with Radhika, Lalita, Vishakha and other Gopis. There is currently a deity of Shri Kapiladev on the bank of this kund. Lord Kapila worshipped Shri Krishna at this place.
Two miles west of Talvan is Kumudvan, which presently goes by the name Kudaravan. The kund here is called by different names as either Kumudini Kund ,Padma kunda or Vihar Kund. While herding the cows, Shri Krishna, Shri Balram and the cowherd boys wandered throughout this delightful place. Shri Krishna Himself sported in this kund with the cowherd boys and with sweet words He would summon the cows to the bank of the pond by exclaiming, “Tiri tiri!” And then with “Chun-Chun!” He would tell them to drink water. The boys decorated each other with garlands made of kumudini flowers. Sometimes Krishna hid from His sakhas and, unseen by them, He sported in the water here with Radhika, Lalita, Vishakha and other Gopis. There is currently a deity of Shri Kapiladev on the bank of this kund. Lord Kapila worshipped Shri Krishna at this place.
I Will Stand Like Napoleon
HH Indradyumna Swami discusses a verse from the Śrīmad-Bhāgavatam highlighting the qualities of a sādhu—tolerance, mercy, and devotion. He emphasizes selfless preaching, the importance of kṛpā (mercy), and the distinction between yogis, jñānīs, and devotees. Sharing Krishna consciousness is the highest service, and Lord Caitanya’s mercy is unparalleled in delivering all souls.
Wanting to Take the Glory!
HG Mahatma Prabhu: We know that all power comes from Krishna, yet we want to grab some of the glory that comes with it. Harry S. Truman said: “It is amazing what you can accomplish if you do not care who gets the credit.” Name, Fame, Glory, it’s the same old story!
Counteracting the Threefold Miseries – SB 7.15.24
The progran features a lecture on Srimad Bhagavatam 7.15.24, discussing counteracting the threefold miseries—those caused by other living beings, nature, and the body/mind. The speaker emphasizes good behavior, meditation, yoga, and devotion to Krishna as solutions. Compassion, acceptance of suffering as Krishna’s mercy, and a positive attitude in hardships are highlighted for spiritual growth.
HH Devamrita Swami – Cow protection
Thereafter, Pṛṣadhra gained relief from all responsibilities, became peaceful in mind, and established control over all his senses. Being unaffected by material conditions, being pleased with whatever was available by the grace of the Lord to maintain body and soul together, and being equal toward everyone, he gave full attention to the Supreme Personality of Godhead, Vāsudeva, who is the transcendental Supersoul, free from material contamination.
GBC Expresses Appreciation and Support to the Gift Prabhupada Project.
“The GBC expresses appreciation and support to the Gift Prabhupada project team for reaching out to hundreds of Srila Prabhupada’s disciples worldwide with a personalized offering of gratitude for their lifelong commitment to Srila Prabhupada and his mission.
“The gift — a miniature lifelike brass murti of Srila Prabhupada in a box with a fragment of the jackfruit tree under which Srila Prabhupada was born and a profound quote from his letter — is a deeply significant memento that inspires Srila Prabhupada’s disciples in their relationships with him.
“The GBC offers the Gift Prabhupada project their blessings for its success in achieving its goal to extend Srila Prabhupada’s presence — both in his murti form and in his spirit of care and affection — to all Srila Prabhupada’s disciples and encourages ISKCON devotees worldwide to participate in this important effort”.
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The great Lord Umāpati is known as “he who is quickly pleased”
Śālva worshiped Lord Śiva, who is famous as Āśutoṣa, “one who is quickly satisfied.” And yet Lord Śiva did not come to Śālva for an entire year because, being bhagavān, a great, all-knowing personality, he understood that any benediction given to Lord Kṛṣṇa’s enemy would be fruitless. Still, as stated by the words śaraṇam āgatam, Śālva had come to Lord Śiva for shelter, and thus to maintain the standard principle that a worshiper receives a benediction, Lord Śiva offered one to Śālva.
The British public loves to dance with the Hare Krishna devotees!
Escaping Ignorance Through Devotion to Krishna
H.H. Sundar Chaitanya Swami Maharaj discusses Srimad Bhagavatam 10.85.15, where Vasudeva glorifies Krishna and Balarama as the Supreme Truth. He explains their absolute nature, Balarama’s role as Adi-Guru, and the Lord’s transcendental presence inside and outside creation. He emphasizes devotion as the path to liberation from ignorance and material entanglement. The session concludes with a Q&A.
Hanuman, Brahmacharya & Krishna’s Divine Play
The video features HH Bhakti Marga Swami Maharaj discussing Srimad Bhagavatam 8.21.2, focusing on Lord Vamana’s divine pastimes. He explains how Lord Vishnu reduced his form, highlighting themes of devotion, divine trickery, and surrender. He also shares insights on Hanuman, celibacy, paraphernalia in worship, and the importance of choice in loving Krishna. The talk includes humor and storytelling.
Vande Rupa Sanatana – English version by HG Kalakantha Prabhu | Srila Bhaktivinod thakur- Saranagati
Srila Prabhupada First Residence at Sri Dham Mayapur, 1971-2
Vidura, the learned son of Dvaipāyana Vyāsa – HH DAYANANDA SWAMI
HG Hamsarupa Prabhu: Practice what you read and preach