Government’s Head of Outreach.
Oliver Dowden MP introduced Ms Amy Fisher, the Head of Outreach based at Number 10 Downing Street, to key members of Bhaktivedanta Manor’s community. During the tour, which she found most memorable, Mr Dowden fulfilled one of his ambitions by taking the reins and driving a bullock-cart!

Interfaith presentation at Watford Boys’ Grammar School.
During the annual Interfaith Week, Watford Boys’ Grammar School hosted an interfaith event for a Sixth Form assembly. Tulsi Seva dasi representedHinduism on the panel. The assembly theme was “What does your faith mean to you?” Tulsi Seva explained, “I spoke about my Hindu upbringing and how the basis of my path was set by the example of my parents. The general thread with all the speakers was love and service to each other, so my explanation of Bhakti and Shri Caita...

Sastra Dana and Motel Gita Deliver the Ultimate Gift This Christmas.
One hotel owner was initially very reluctant to keep Bhagavad-gitas, worrying that guests would react negatively. Devotees convinced him to put the sacred books in just some of his rooms as an experiment. Soon after, a guest approached the hotel owner. He shared that he had checked into his hotel room in a depressed state of mind, planning to commit suicide. When he found a Bhagavad-gita in his bedside drawer and began to read it, however, the book opened up his mind, showed him a ...

Ras Utsav in Shantipur (2018) (Album of photos)
Among many important festivals of Bengal, Ras Yatra in Shantipur is very ancient. This festival was started by Mathuresh Goswami, the grandson of Sri Advaita Acharya. The principle Deity of the town is ‘Sri Radharaman’ in the family of Baro Gosai descending from the lineage of Mathuresh Goswami. The Deity was originally installed as 'Dol Govinda’ in Orissa by king Indradyumna. Later, due to some threats over there, king Basanta Roy brought the Deity to Yashohar (Jessore in Bangaldesh). ...

Holy name Retreat 2018 (Album of photos)
Srila Prabhupada: Sadhu-sanga, or association with a devotee, means always engaging i......

Radhanath Swami leads Diwali prayers at Westminster, UK.
In mid-November, Radhanath Swami spoke alongside Phillip May, husband of Prime Minister Theresa May, at the “Number 10 Diwali Celebrations”. The event was scheduled to be at Downing Street, but was relocated to the beautiful Durbar Court at the Foreign and Commonwealth Office because of Brexit negotiations. Radhanath Swami delivered the invocation prayers and
spoke about the lessons from Diwali that we can all apply in our lives.

Sri Krishna Haveli project update - Bhaktivedanta Manor.
Construction work on Bhaktivedanta Manor’s new Haveli has begun and is in full swing with a date of completion
for Janmashtami 2019.
• Secondary steel work complete
• Waterproofing complete
• Pumping station installed
• Underground attenuation tank complete
• Brick work started
• Playground design/user consultation running
Works have also started on the
• Electrical substation
• Ladies ashram
• Roof and...

Community member honored by the Queen of England.
Krish Raval, a member of the community at Bhaktivedanta Manor since childhood, has been awarded an OBE by the Queen at Buckingham Palace.
It was for “Services to leadership education and interfaith cohesion in the UK”.
Krish is the Director of the Senior Faith in Leadership Programme (SFLP), which enables current and future leaders to explore their own faith and the faiths of others
in order to create partnerships that will make a difference for the common good.

Sri Nathji and Nathdwara Yatra.
In Sri Caitanya-Caritamrta we find that the deity Gopala, the same Deity known as Sri Nathji, told Madhavendra Puri, “In My village, no one goes hungry.” Now, here in Nathdwara, where Gopala has come, we see that this is true. Prasadam is available all through the day and in countless varieties different kinds at different times. After the midday raja-bhoga offering one can get a leaf-cup full of tasty vegetables at a minimal price. There are many kinds of chutneys, pickles, fruit salads and a unique raita m...

Distributing Srila Prabhupada’s books in Seoul (Album of photos)
BBT Far East / Middle East: Recently, over the span of just a few weeks, Nitya Kishore dasi sold the Korean “Perfection of Yoga” to hundreds of intelligent and open-minded souls in the busy subways of downtown Seoul, Korea…
Find them here: https://goo.gl/FkMxJ9

How to present spiritual principles amidst changing times.
Srimad Bhagavatam Class by Chaitanya Charan Prabhu, Dec 2, 2018 (v......

Book distribution Marathon 2018 in Moscow, Russia (Album of photos)
Srila Prabhupada: In this age human beings only live for s......

All glories to Prabhupada Marathon!
FESTIVE MOOD
By Vikramini devi dasi
People are like kids – they love fairy tales. And fairy tales can be different – there is the Big Bang one, the Evolution one, the one about stepping on the Moon, the one about Big Love, Capitalism, Communism, Liberalism and so many other things. But when you tell them that the Supreme Personality of Godhead is called Krishna, that we are part and parcel of Him and our purpose is to serve Him, most people begin to stubbornly oppose it just like little childr...

National Vaishnavi Forum at New-Govardhana farm (Album of photos)
Srila Prabhupada: Sadhu-sanga, or association with a devote......

God and Smog Conference Promotes Environmental Action in Religious Communities.
About 150 students, professors and other interested persons attended a one-day open conference at Utah State University on October 18th entitled “God and Smog – The Challenge of Preserving our Planet.”
Subtitled “Scholars and Religious Leaders Confront the Issues,” the event was organized by USU’s Religious Studies Program, headed by Director Dr. Ravi Gupta (Radhika Ramana Das).
In the afternoon, a separate panel of religious lea...

Preaching programs in Seychelles, November 27, 2018 (Album of photos)
Srila Prabhupada: If the surface of the globe is overflo......

After comments - Global Party People Kirtan and HH Bhakti Rasamrita Swami Talk (11 min video)
SRI & JOAKIN of Global Party People! and Redefining Success talk by HH Bhakti Rasamrita Swami at Urban Yoga, Melbourne, 29 November 2018.
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Our first KIRTAN NIGHT MAYAPUR of this winter season held at the Mayapur Community Hall (Album of photos)
Srila Prabhupada: F......

Srila Prabhupada’s Winter Book Marathon 2018 - Chant & dance your way - Vayu dasa (2 min video)
Every December the entire ISKCON world focuses all attention on the distribution of transcendental literature, something we all know was so close to Srila Prabhupada’s heart. He was incredibly eager to hear the figures of how many books were being distributed. Indeed, he said it gave him life. When a new book was printed, Prabhupada felt as though he had conquered an empire. He told one disciple – “the best of me is in my books.&...

Rathayatra in Lenasia in Johannesburg, South Africa (Album of photos)
Bhakti Chaitanya Swami: Photos from our Rathayatra in Le......

Sri Radha-Madhava Elephant Procession (Album of photos)
Saturdays around 5:00 pm in Mayapur… Magical moments of Sri Radha-Madhava Elephant Procession.
Mystical sounds could be heard by every single living entity anywhere near ISKCON Mayapur campus. Very intense thundering of large drums beating to the rhythm of two elephant’s hearts, was the best way to bring back to mind some very sweet pastimes of our dear Lord Krsna in Dwarka.
Every Saturday evening, Sri Radha Madhava leave their altar carried by one of our leading Pujari, HG J...

When 300 voices come together in heartfelt chanting (2 min video)
We are on retreat in Vrindavan with 300 participants from al......

“The Trees Want To Tell Their Story” (4 min video)
The latest project from The Sacred India Gallery- “The Trees Want To Tell Their Story”. Our Artistic Director Jagattarini Dasi is in Vrindavan sharing insights into the importance of the mystical trees of this timeless land.
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Kirtan Rasa 2018 - Live Kirtan Festival From Dubai (Damodardesh) (video)
Srila Prabhupada: Instead of actively taking part in ......