Veda Guruparampara
GURU PARAMPARA. The origin of the Vedas and the lineage of Gurus is given below: 1) Origin of the Vedas. At the time of creation the Veda was born from the face of God. It … Read More
Civilization and Transcendence Eternal truths vs. everyday realities
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Puṣṭa Kṛṣṇa: Would you like to hear another question, Śrīla Prabhupāda? Śrīla Prabhupāda: Yes. Puṣṭa Kṛṣṇa: “It is said that whereas the śrutis [the four original Vedas, the upaniṣads, and the Vedānta-sūtra] embody eternal truths, the … Read More
Banke Bihari, meaning of the name
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Banke: The term “Banke” is derived from the Hindi word “banak,” which means “bent” or “curved.” It is used to describe Lord Krishna’s appearance, particularly his posture while playing the flute. Lord Krishna is often depicted … Read More
Civilization and Transcendence Civilization means regulation
Puṣṭa Kṛṣṇa: May I ask the next question, Śrīla Prabhupāda? “Are fasting and other dietary regulations necessary for leading a spiritual life?” Śrīla Prabhupāda: Certainly. For advancement in spiritual life, such tapasya is essential. Tapasya means … Read More
Change of body means we are carried by the subtle body to another gross body
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Change of body means we are carried by the subtle body to another gross body. This is the process, nature’s way. You cannot say that “I will not change body.” No, you will be forced. Just … Read More
Chaitanya Mahaprabhu, from Wikipedia
Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu Born Vishvambhar Mishra (Nimai) 18 February 1486 Nabadwip Dham (present-day Nadia, West Bengal, India), known as Yogapith Died 14 June 1534 (aged 48)[1] Near Swargadwar, Puri (present-day Odisha, India) Titles/honours Expounded Gaudiya Vaishnavism; regarded full incarnation of Lord Krishna Founder of Gaudiya … Read More
Chariot Work Starts for Puri Rath Yatra
Marking the Akshaya Tritiya festivity, carpenters on Monday started construction of wooden chariots for the Deities of Jagannath Temple in Puri for the ensuing nine-day Rath Yatra, starting July 6. The construction work on chariots started … Read More
Hiranyangi, the Gopi born of a doe
Hiranyangi is very dear to Srimati Radharani and Srimati Radharani is very dear to her. She is dressed in beautiful garments that appear like a great multitude of unparalleled blossoming flowers. Her complexion is the color … Read More
Chanting Hare Krsna
A devotee asked several questions about attitude and thinking while chanting the maha-mantra. Here are a few points from Srila Prabhupada to consider, and then one quote from Harikesa Swami… “Regarding your first question, is it … Read More
The anayaradhito nunam verse (Radharani)
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SB 10.30.28 anayaradhito nunam bhagavan harir isvarah yan no vihaya govindah prito yam anayad rahah Translation: Certainly this particular gopi has perfectly worshiped the all-powerful Personality of Godhead, Govinda, since He was so pleased … Read More
Chanting the Hare Krishna Maha Mantra is the best process for spiritual realization
Lord Siva specifically instructs that chanting the Hare Krishna Maha Mantra is the best process for spiritual realization: harim bina nasti kijcat papani-starakam kalau | tasmal-lokod-dharana-artham hari-nama prakasayet || sarvatra mucyate loko maha-papat kalau yuge | … Read More
Charity Begins at Home
Whenever Prabhupada visited the New York temple, the devotees there would perform a play. Once the devotees performed “The Kidnapping of Rukmini” and Prabhupada enjoyed the performance. He laughed when an envious prince, played by Nayanabhirama … Read More
Charles Darwin’s theory
Charles Darwin The Rescuing Darwin survey was timed to coincide with the 200th anniversary of Charles Darwin’s birth. Half of British adults do not believe in evolution, with at least 22% preferring the theories of creationism … Read More
Chanting Hare Krishna… It Really Works
By His Holiness Bhakti Raghava Swami The incident will always be fresh in my mind. I had been a practicing devotee for ten years, eight of which were in the sacred holy land of Sri Dham … Read More
Cidha dahi festival 2016 in Bali
By Hari Narayana das “In the village of Panihati, Raghunatha dasa obtained an interview with Nityananda Prabhu, who was accompanied by many kirtana performers, servants and others.” CC Antya lila, 6.43. When the devotee meets his … Read More
Narahari Sarakara Thakura
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Shri Narahari Sarkar Thakura was born at Shri Khanda. Shri Krishnadasa Kaviraja Goswami describes that the residents of Shri Khanda formed a branch of the desire tree of love of God. “Shri Khan davasi (the … Read More
Yukti, meaning
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akhanda, meaning
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Chanting Hare Krishna and the original problem. by Sacinandana Swami
Sacinandana Swami: As practitioners that chant the holy name we all know how difficult it is to connect the mind with the holy name because by definition, the mind is only able to grasp material things. … Read More
