The difference between Pradhana, Prakriti and Mahat-tattva
“… The combination of the three modes, which are eternal and unmanifested, is the cause of the manifested state, and is called Pradhana …” (Srimad-Bhagavatam 3.26.10) In the commentary to the verse Srila Prabhupada says: … Read More
Nanda Maharaja’s Brothers
Nanda Maharaja’s brothers Sri Nanda Maharaja has two elder brothers – Upananda and Abhinanda – and two younger – Sananda and Nandana. The four of them are Sri Krishna’s paternal uncles. Nanda Maharaja brothers (Upananda) The … Read More
The First Offense – Criticizing Sadhus
The First Offense – Criticizing Sadhus Sadhu-nindai prathama aparadha Now I will talk about the first offense, criticizing sadhus. With this offense everything is ruined for the Jiva. Explanation of the two symptoms of a … Read More
The Heavenly Goal
The Heavenly Goal Seated on a golden throne entirely covered with sparkling jewels, he was talking together with the numerous kings who, due to their strict observance of religious principles, had always been respected on Earth. … Read More
Vasudeva, Yashoda, and Rohini
Vasudeva Sri Nanda Maharaja’s friend is called Vasudeva because he is radiant with piety, jewels and wealth, which are all denoted by the word vasu. Visuddha sattva-guna, or the transcendental platform of pure existence, is also … Read More
Bhrigu, Visnu and Laksmi – Why the Devotees Shave – Why Padmavati Is Worshiped in Tirupati
Once, sage Bhrigu was approached by the demigods to identify who was the greatest among Lord Brahma, Lord Vishnu, and Lord Shiva. So, Sage Bhrigu thought of a plan to test all three. First of all, … Read More
Different types of respect (Video Class in English)
Different types of respect Video Class n. 74 Video duration 7:46 Registered on 7 June 2024 Youtube Facebook Informaciónes sobre las “Video Clases” Todas las Video Clases en Isvara Youtube: … Read More
Jayadratha’s Misadventure
The last months of exile were the most difficult for Yudhisthira. It was true that at that time his wife and brothers no longer burdened him with the fact that he had been responsible for their … Read More
The Ten Types of Offenses Against the Holy Name
Offenses to the Holy Name – Criticizing Sadhus Namaparadha – Sadhu-ninda Criticizing devotees is the greatest offense that can be done to the Holy Name. How can the Name tolerate criticism of those who spread His … Read More
The Pandavas Withdraw
The Pandavas Withdraw Arjuna was lying at his feet, head bowed, and copious tears streamed from his eyes. Yudhisthira thought that he had never seen him so desperate and in so much suffering. So he asked … Read More
¡Mañana en Varsana! Tomorrow in Varsana! Domani a Varsana! (Espanol, English, Italiano)
¡Mañana en Varsana! (español, inglés, italiano) Salida a las 8 a.m. Por misericordia de Srumati Radharani visitaremos: Tomorrow in Varsana! (Espanol, English, Italiano) Departure at 8 AM By the mercy of Srumati Radharani we will … Read More
You Are The Mother of All Universes
Once Krishna said, “Radha, you are kupita (angry) now.” In Sanskrit, ku means earth and pita means father. Therefore, Radha replied, “You are the father of earth.” Krishna said, “You are the mother of all … Read More
When the Mayavadi Abandons His Offense
Mayavada and Bhakti – How Mayavada philosophy is the opposite of Bhakti and is an offense Mayavada o bhakti – inhara paraspara viparita dharma mayavada-i aparadha All Names, forms, qualities, pastimes, etc. of Krishna are considered … Read More
Tirtha Yatra del 7 de noviembre de 2024 (Espanol, English, Italiano)
Espanol Hoy visitaremos los siguientes lugares sagrados: Vrinda Kunda (y Gupta Kunda) Pavana Sarovara Yavata Asisesvara Mahadeva Ter Kadamba Prema Sarovara English Today we will visit the following sacred places: Vrinda Kunda (y Gupta … Read More
The Meeting of Baby Krishna and Baby Radhika
Krishna had just passed His first birthday and was happily crawling around the courtyard on His hands and knees. Arriving at the cot in which Radhika was lying, Krishna held on to the sides … Read More
Dvaraka Invaded By Waters
Dvaraka Invaded By Waters As soon as Krishna had given him the assignment to go to Hastinapura, Daruka had wasted no time, and had run to the Kaurava city. He arrived early in the morning and … Read More
Her Child Was Both Dumb and Blind
On the appointed day, the guests had assembled and the birth celebrations were going on in great jubilation. Nanda Maharaja and Yashoda Mayi had arrived with Rohini and also brought their small children Krishna … Read More
A Reflected Glimmer of the Holy Name
Chaya and Pratibimba are two types of Abhasa – Chaya Namabhasa Chaya o pratibimba bhede abhasa dui prakara – chaya namabhasa There are two types of abhasa[1]: pratibimba[2] and chaya[3]. These two types create sraddhabhasa[4]. These … Read More
Vrishabhanu and Mother Kirtida’s Fear
Seeing the beautiful baby girl shining like millions of autumnal moons, mother Kirtida was overcome with joy and immediately arranged for all kinds of religious rites to be performed and donated thousands of cows … Read More