I made all my own decisions, I was my own man, but I was also unhappy. I wanted to break away completely from the material world. I wanted God in my life. I want to try it, I thought. But what if I failed? What will I have to give up? I was really scared now. I will have to give up rock and roll and I will have to follow rules and regulations. But deep down inside, my hearts said try it. Scared I was but I took a few steps. And wow, it worked, kind of. I didn't become a saint and I didn't see the white light but I did begin to feel an inner p...

Parallel with the emergence of the ID movement other groups of scientists with roots in Vedic philosophy have developed similar design arguments. One such group of scientists are centered around A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami (1896-1977) who himself was a strong critic of materialistic views including Darwinism. In 1973 he founded his Bhaktivedanta Institute (BI) which attracted scientists such as chemist Dr. Thoudam Singh and mathematician Dr. Richard L. Thompson. Already in 1976, Thompson stated, referring to the newly discovered bacterial flagellum: ”We’d like to argue that the chance a...

This phenomenal world or material world in which we are placed is complete in itself because the twenty-four elements of which this material universe is a temporary manifestation, according to Sankhya philosophy, are completely adjusted to produce complete resources which are necessary for the maintenance and subsistence of this universe. There is nothing extraneous, nor is there anything needed. (A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada) An understanding of God’...

A call for a reunion of Srila Prabhupada's disciples who served in the UK, fostering connection and remembrance. Prayers are offered for Balavanta Das, demonstrating care and solidarity within the community. The page also shines a light on celebrations, such as the first Savitri Awards Ceremony honoring Vaishnavis in Sridham Mayapur, the energetic London Harinama, and Harinam in the Philippines..

A rich tapestry of spiritual insights and community events. It features enlightening Srimad Bhagavatam lectures and celebrates the revered Madhavendra Puri's disappearance. Glimpses of the Navadwip Mandal Parikrama, the India Today Conclave, and the Rishikesh Kirtan Fest are shared, alongside the serene beauty of Krishna-Valley and the joyous Harinama in Nepal, creating an uplifting and engaging experience..

The vibrant activities within ISKCON for March 8. Highlights include Praghosa Das's article, rooted in the GBC's strategic planning sessions from 2006, it unveils Srila Prabhupada's envisioned standards and principles. A gift for future generations, this piece acts as a guiding time capsule, fostering spiritual growth and harmonious community living. "Becoming Free From Envy," offers timeless wisdom for ISKCON devotees. The Govardhan Skill Centre's Women Empowerment Program aims to unite and train rural women, fostering community development. Additionally, the Sri Navadvipa Mandala ...

In 2006 the international GBC held a series of strategic planning sessions. One of the purposes of those meetings was to put down in writing the standards and principles Srila Prabhupada envisioned for various aspects of ISKCON. Such GBC statements are intended to be a gift to future generations, like time capsules containing messages of guidance for future generations of ISKCON devotees. Two of such position papers have been completed and approved by the GBC. These are “Harmonizing Lines of Authority” and “Carrying out Srila Prabhupada’s order” (which outlines the history and purpos...

Stimulation for Ecstatic Love - Sri Radha's Lotus Feet. The Rsikesh kirtan festival - the best Western preaching! Iskcon devotees offer support to those in danger by Cyclone Alfred. World Sankirtan Newsletter. Workshop with H. H. Sacinandana Swami. Why attend Sadhu Sanga? ISKCON South Africa to celebrate 50th anniversary of Srila Prabhupada's historic visit. Gajendra lia. ISKCON Tucson Shares Spiritual Gems at the World's Largest Mineral Show. "Satyabhama" with Kunti Devi Dasi. The means of livelihood of all persons.

Explore the transformative power of gratitude and spiritual appreciation in HH Mukunda Goswami's enlightening discourse on Śrīmad-Bhāgavatam 3.21.48. Delve into anecdotes of Śrīla Prabhupāda's wisdom and the impact of gratitude on personal and spiritual growth. Witness how acknowledgment fosters unity and enthusiasm within the Krishna Consciousness movement, echoing the timeless relevance of spiritual appreciation in our lives.

Forgiveness involves our cultivating virtue independent of the other person, whereas trust is our reciprocation conditional to that person’s cultivating virtue. By carefully understanding the difference between the two, we can transform unfortunate episodes in our relationships into spiritual growth opportunities at least for ourselves – and possibly even for the other person. We needn’t make our forgiveness conditional to the other person’s seeking it, but we should certainly make our trust conditi...

Sometimes I hear devotees say that they have been chanting Hare Krishna for thirty or forty years or more, and are still waiting to feel the taste for it, or the ecstasy from chanting, or from doing devotional service. I even heard where some devotee workshops were saying that it is not uncommon that devotees do not feel this bliss even after years of chanting, and that sometimes people leave the movement because they don’t feel the higher taste. They did not get what they expected. But the cure for that is clearly explained.

The mercy of Gaura Nitai by Candramauli Swami. Navadwip Mandal Parikrama 2025 Day 3. Radhadesh reception hall ready to welcome thousands of visitors. Ambassadors from the Group of Latin America and the Caribbean (GRULAC) countries visited Iskcon Delhi. HG Padmapani Prabhu ACBSP departed. Gurudas: The Swami, The Beatles, and Stolen Butter. What about some Bharva Karela Sabzi? Lord Śiva is the greatest Vaishnava. Navadwip Mandal Parikrama 2025 Day 4. A Global Gathering for Lord Narsimha’s Appearance in the TOVP. Manor. Mantra. Music. February Sankirtan Scores Are Out! Harinama Cint...

The Lord is Unlimited – HH Bhanu Swami. Lord Siva is not an ordinary living entity. Two Essential Keys To Increase Our Attraction To Sri Krishna. Human form of life. My Arjuna Moment. Srila Prabhupada book distribution in different parts of Bangkok. Surabhi Das: “…and then gave me my name. He said, “Your name is Zorro”! Spiritual Unity Through Chanting and Community. Bhakti, Leadership, and Srila Prabhupada's Legacy. Bhaktivedanta Manor Presents: Morning Class with HH Radhanath Swami. Urban Devi: Jahnavi Harrison - Into the Forest - A Creative Journey.

There comes a time, sometimes regularly, where we may feel, Oh, Krishna. I can’t do this anymore. This ‘this’ will be different for everyone. It happened to Arjuna in the Gita – he wanted to give up, not to fight, and go off to the forest to be alone. He did not want to deal with people and life’s problems. He told Krishna: I’m not fighting, I can’t do it, I can’t see the point, better if I don’t act and move to the side. If it can happen to Arjuna, who had ev...

Over the years modern science has speculated and researched to find out the number of species on earth, the method that main stream science has adopted is experimental which is commonly known as "seeing is believing", but without going much in detail regarding the imperfectness of this method, which is based on imperfect senses of the human being and imperfectness of the instruments developed by the human beings by these imperfect senses, it is extremely difficult to understand or gauge the vast variety of spec...

Our greatest problem is that we have turned away from Krishna. This one action has turned into our existential dilemma. We are lost servants. But strangely we think, at least unconsciously, that it is Krishna who has abandoned us. Only when we become eager to meet Krishna again, and serve Him with body, mind and heart – as eager as a drowning man is eager to breathe again – can we attain our spiritual success. Real love, however, will only flow when we move out...

H. G. Daivishakti Mataji - Srila Prabhupada Lilamrita. Srimad Bhagavatam - HG Prithu Prabhu. Srimad Bhagavatam - HG Hansarupa Prabhu. Purushottama Dasa Thakura - Appearance. Navadwip Mandal Parikrama 2025 Day 2. SB 3.6.29 - HH BHAKTI PRABHAVA SWAMI. January 2025 - North American Sankirtan Newsletter. Supporting Hindu Mandirs in Suriname: Government Initiative Shares Resources, Including Bhagavad-gitas. Saturday Night Harinam in Central London. ISKCON Dallas / HG Prabhupada Priya Devi Dasi. 2nd Mar. '25 H. H. Radhanath Swami - Sacrifice, Maturity & Humanity of Uddhava. HH Bhakti...