By Sita Pati DasOn the spiritual platform there is no difference between a brahmacari, a sannyasi, or a grhasta who is attached to the service of the Lord.
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- 25 Feb 2008
By Sadhusanga - comTuesday, Feb. 26th is Srila Bhaktisiddhanta Sarasvati's appearance day as well as Srila Gour Govinda Swami's disappearance day, so we're offering a free download in honor of those sadhus.
...- 25 Feb 2008
By Karnamrita dasaAn important truth I have learned: when we remain on the fence regarding a certain decision then nothing happens. We have to make a determination, and then go forward in faith, knowing that even what appears to be a wrong decision can be a steppingstone to our correct course. Mistakes are called experience!
...- 25 Feb 2008
By Madhava Gosh dasIMHO, a sincere vegan is morally superior to a devotee who gluts on milk, justifying it with all sorts of thin rationalizations, yet does not contribute directly through work or indirectly through donations to cow protection.
...- 25 Feb 2008
By Kavicandra SwamiThe violent death of a young girl was indeed tragic. At the risk of appearing callous I wonder if perhaps a good lesson can be learned from the incident. I wish to say this in hopes of protecting other young girls who may be in similar situations. The lesson is that Vrndavana is a very dangerous place for young people to be left on their own.
...- 25 Feb 2008
By Anuttama dasMayapura, West Bengal - Trustees of the Bhaktivedanta Book Trust (BBT), the publishing arm of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness, reported today at ISKCONās Governing Body Commission Annual General Meeting in Mayapura, West Bengal, that its international sales for the year 2007 had increased by 28% over the previous year.
...- 24 Feb 2008
By Bhurijana dasaWhen Krsna walked on the bank of the Yamuna, He was seen nicely decorated with tilaka on His face. He was garlanded with different kinds of forest flowers, and His body was smeared with the pulp of sandalwood and tulasi leaves.
...- 23 Feb 2008
By ChayadeviHe had arthritis for several years and each year it became more difficult for him to walk. This winter we put him in the geriatric barn so it would be easier for him to access his food and move around.
...- 23 Feb 2008
By CidanandasIt's about time for the enterprising devotees to seriously meditate upon the creation of perfect vegetarian veg food franchises, which can help anyone to get into apetizing veg food worldwide, with American knowledge of management and valuable Indian recipes.
...- 23 Feb 2008
By Sastra DanaSastra Dana San Diego collected $19,473.30 out of which $3,005.215 went for miscellaneous expenses. The balance of $16,468.09 was used for purchasing books for distribution. Sastra Dana Los Angeles collected $15,812.26 out of which $3,657.075 went for miscellaneous expenses. The balance of $12,155.19 was used for purchasing books for distribution.
...- 22 Feb 2008
By Sadhaki dasiDoes anyone know if "trimming" Tulasi Devi's branches is permissable if done with a motive for her health and wellbeing? I'm hoping that whoever is responsible will read this and think carefully about whether or not its appropriate to continue.
...- 21 Feb 2008
By Gopijan Ballab dasa"Jaya Nityanandaram! Jaya Nityanandaram" was resounding everywhere. An overwhelming feeling of joy, gratitude, mercy, devotion or whatever phrase you may use, filled up the entire day as ecstatic celebrations took place on the divine appearance day of Lord Nityananda in Mayapur.
...- 21 Feb 2008
By Iskcon DelhiSrila Prabhupada's vision for Delhi continues to unfold with the 7th ISKCON center now inaugurated in Ghaziabad-a satellite city near the 17 million pop. mega-magnet of Delhi.
...- 21 Feb 2008
By Divyambara dasiFacilitated by Sacinandana Swami, Dravida Prabhu, Mahatma Prabhu and Bada Haridas Prabhu. "This retreat has done more to improve my japa than anything else since I joined the Movement in 1971" ā Amoghalila Dasa
...- 21 Feb 2008
By Jatayu dasaWherever I've been or whatever temple I have been in, Your appearance day is the one that is most festive. Devotees are so attracted to You that they spontaneously perform some extra service.
...- 19 Feb 2008
By Janardana dasaOn behalf of Sri Krsna Balaram Mandir - Vrndavana, we would like to invite everyone to Sri Vrndavan dham. This is the time of the season to fully recharge you spiritual battery by coming to Sri Vrndavana dham as part of Mayapur Vrndavana Gaura Purnima festival.
...- 18 Feb 2008
By Janaka Risi dasaA few days ago My dear brother Yuga Dharma Dasa ( ACBSP ) left this world. He was with his loving family and well wishers from the Three Rivers, Ca. devotee community.
...- 18 Feb 2008
By Gopijan ballab dasaWherever you are, now be connected to your eternal home Sri dham Mayapur in just a few clicks of the mouse!
...- 18 Feb 2008
By Gauri dasAs the crowds and media bustled around us final prayers were offered and altogether we scattered Gangotri's ashes into the very fast flowing current of the Ganges.
...- 18 Feb 2008
By Mayapur Sasi dasaFor the pleasure of Srila Prabhupada this file contains the following North American results for the month of January: North American Totals, Monthly Temples, Monthly Weekend Warriors etc., Monthly Top 100 Individuals, Monthly Top 5, Cumulative Countries, Cumulative Temples, Cumulative Top 100 Individuals, Cumulative Top 5
...- 17 Feb 2008
By Bhakti - siddhanta dasHaribol Prabhu's, I would like to inform the greater Vaisnava ISKCON world of the departure of Yuga Dharma ACBSP. Yuga left his body Thursday, February 14th at 1:21am at his home in Three Rivers, California.
...- 16 Feb 2008
By Giriraj SwamiThe main fault of a brahmana is pride, and the main virtue of a brahmana is forgiveness. Throughout the Bhagavad-gita, the quality of forgiveness is glorified
...- 16 Feb 2008
By Pandava Vijaya dasaAlthough Srila Prabhupada wanted his disciples to be as eager to distribute Krsna consciousness literature as we was, no one of them knew how to do it. Distributing a magazine and asking for small donation was one thing-but a big hardbound book?
...- 16 Feb 2008
By Deena Bandhu dasaThis is one of the best times of the year as the weather is very pleasant and it is not so hot like after Mayapur Festival especially this year as it will be late.
...- 16 Feb 2008