Category: LEARNING THE CONCEPTS

Is Shankara Sampradhaya a bonafide Sampradhaya? How?

Updated December 13th, 2024Is Shankara Sampradhaya a bonafide Sampradhaya? How? A Girl devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “I have a question. Was Adi Sankarcharya God Conscious or Krishna Conscious? Why do Sri Vaishnavas not accept the teachings of Sankara Sampradaya (disciplic succession)? Since the teaching of Adi Sankarcharya is from disciplic succession, does that … Continue reading “Is Shankara Sampradhaya a bonafide Sampradhaya? How?”

Who performs the world maintenance when Devas & Gods sleep?

Updated October 15th, 2025Who performs the world maintenance when Devas & Gods sleep? A male devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “I hope that you are well. After reading the story of Padma Ekadashi / Deva Shayani Ekadahi, I have some questions in my mind related to it. Can you please explain about this point? … Continue reading “Who performs the world maintenance when Devas & Gods sleep?”

Renunciation recommended for devotees by Sri Rupa Gosvami!

Updated September 25th, 2025Renunciation recommended for devotees by Sri Rupa Gosvami!! People are thinking that physically deserting our relations is called renunciation. This is not recommended for the devotees. Why? Let us now read what is the actual Renunciation recommended for devotees: Read what Srila Prabhupada explains the words of Sri Rupa Gosvami: “Some scholars … Continue reading “Renunciation recommended for devotees by Sri Rupa Gosvami!”

Unable to follow all 3 yogas – Karma, Gnana & Bhakti? Solutions!

Updated May 15th, 2025Unable to follow all 3 yogas – Karma, Gnana & Bhakti? Solutions! A male devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “Hare Krishna Prabhu, We have read in Bhagavad Geeta that path of Bhakthi is the top most and best compared to karma and Jnana yoga. Agreed. But is Bhakti Yoga the best … Continue reading “Unable to follow all 3 yogas – Karma, Gnana & Bhakti? Solutions!”

Why many Sadhanas & Rules if Chanting alone gives Krishna?

Updated May 7th, 2025Why many Sadhanas & Rules if Chanting alone gives Krishna? A male devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “Hare Krishna Prbhuji. I have a question prabhuji that in one lecture HDG srila Prabhupada said “chant,dance,eat prasadam,look brilliant and live Very happily and next Life you will return back home back to godhead” … Continue reading “Why many Sadhanas & Rules if Chanting alone gives Krishna?”

Why Darwin’s Theory of Evolution is rejected as per the Scriptures?

Updated April 27th, 2025Why Darwin’s Theory of Evolution is rejected as per the Scriptures? “A male devotee(Name hidden) asked like this: “Hare krishna prabhuji. .. I have been reading your counselling for a long time. its our lord’s grace that we have been blessed with you for spiritual counselling. Prabhuji I wanted to know whether … Continue reading “Why Darwin’s Theory of Evolution is rejected as per the Scriptures?”

Why People’s Memory and Lifetime are coming down in kaliyuga?

Updated March 6th, 2025Why People’s Memory and Lifetime are coming down in kaliyuga? A male devotee asked (Name hidden): “hare krishna prabhuji! prabhuji i want to ask why the memory of people decreasing i think because of increasing sins? prabhuji give any example so that i can understand fully! when we have more enjoyments we … Continue reading “Why People’s Memory and Lifetime are coming down in kaliyuga?”

How Mind Intelligence & False Ego control our body & Senses?

Updated February 20th, 2025How Mind Intelligence & False Ego control our body & Senses? Two Questions with a single reply: (1) “Kaushik Ramamurthy” from Chennai asked like this: “Hare Krishna Prabhu. Are the mind, Intelligence and False Ego material or Spiritual? Because we use them to learn about Krishna. Please Clarify. You can post my … Continue reading “How Mind Intelligence & False Ego control our body & Senses?”

How Living in Mathura immediately awakens our transcendental position?

Updated June 30th, 2021How Living in Mathura immediately awakens our transcendental position? Mathura Mandala is capable of transforming one’s consciousness as spiritual consciousness immediately. This process starts immediately after we enter into Mathura. This may be difficult to believe. (Lord Krishna’s Appearance on Earth From Sri Brahma Vaivartha Purana! READ HERE!) But, Srila Prabhupada has … Continue reading “How Living in Mathura immediately awakens our transcendental position?”

How to Completely Surrender Everything to the Lord Krishna?

Updated March 13th, 2024How to Completely Surrender Everything to the Lord Krishna? The process of Complete surrender of everything to Krishna has been always difficult to understand and follow for many devotees. Today, let us read in the words of Srila Prabhupada what Sri Rupa Goswami says about how to Completely Surrender everything to the … Continue reading “How to Completely Surrender Everything to the Lord Krishna?”

Why Sankirtana Is the Topmost among 64 Devotional Practices?

Updated March 11th, 2024Why Sankirtana Is the Topmost among 64 Devotional Practices? Kirtana: Kirtana refers to the glorification of the holy names which is done aloud, often with the accompaniment of mridanga (clay drum) and karatalas (hand cymbals). (SOME MIRACLES OF SRI CAITANYA MAHA PRABHU! READ HERE!) Sankirtana: When many faithful aspirants gather for loudly … Continue reading “Why Sankirtana Is the Topmost among 64 Devotional Practices?”

TOUCHNG & WORSHIPING THE DEITIES – RULES & BENEFITS!

Updated March 1st, 2021TOUCHNG & WORSHIPING THE DEITIES – RULES & BENEFITS! Sri Rupa Gosvami explains many rules for touching & worshiping the deities. Srila Prabhupada gives them nicely. Let us read them: WHO CAN TOUCH THE DEITIES? In the Visnu-dharmottara there is a statement about touching the lotus feet of the Lord. It is … Continue reading “TOUCHNG & WORSHIPING THE DEITIES – RULES & BENEFITS!”

Greatness of Serving Krishna as a Servitor, as said by Sri Rupa Goswami!

Updated January 17th, 2021Greatness of Serving Krishna as a Servitor, as said by Sri Rupa Goswami! There are different aspects of Transcendental Service to the Lord. In this Post, let us see Serving Krishna as a Servitor, as said by Sri Rupa Goswami and as explained by Srila Prabhupada: WHAT IS CALLED SERVITORSHIP? In the … Continue reading “Greatness of Serving Krishna as a Servitor, as said by Sri Rupa Goswami!”

TYPES OF GURUS (SPIRITUAL MASTERS) FROM THE SCRIPTURES!

Updated January 6th, 2021TYPES OF GURUS (SPIRITUAL MASTERS) FROM THE SCRIPTURES! There are different types of Gurus: PRIMARY CLASSIFICATION OF GURUS There are three major classifications of gurus: (i) VARTMA PRADARSAKA GURU: The person who first introduces you to devotional practices. (ii) SIKSHA GURU:  One who teaches you about Lord and scriptures; (iii) DIKSHA GURU: … Continue reading “TYPES OF GURUS (SPIRITUAL MASTERS) FROM THE SCRIPTURES!”

Meditation : How to Meditate in Krishna Conscious Way?

Updated January 11th, 2024Meditation : How to Meditate in Krishna Conscious Way? There are so many meditating techniques taught by different teachers without targeting the ultimate target of Vishnu/ Krishna. Many Yoga systems are publicized and practiced. All these meditating techniques are useless unless they are targeted on Vishnu/Krishna. So, it is important to learn … Continue reading “Meditation : How to Meditate in Krishna Conscious Way?”

What is ‘SIN’ as per the Scriptures? Definition of Sin & Tips to avoid sins!

Updated January 9th, 2024What is ‘SIN’ as per the Scriptures? Definition of Sin & Tips to avoid sins! A male devotee (Name hidden asked like this: “What is a Sin? Please discuss all relevant aspects related to it,  stating which lines of  Bhagvad gita relate to it.” REPLY: WHAT IS CALLED SIN? As per the … Continue reading “What is ‘SIN’ as per the Scriptures? Definition of Sin & Tips to avoid sins!”

Offering & Smelling the Incense Sticks & Flowers to the Deities – Rules!

Updated January 1st, 2024Offering & Smelling the Incense Sticks & Flowers to the Deities – Rules! In our devotional practices, every small custom of ours is important and to be noted and regulated.  There are some rules behind Offering & Smelling the Incense Sticks & Flowers to the Deities. This post gives them as said … Continue reading “Offering & Smelling the Incense Sticks & Flowers to the Deities – Rules!”

Greatness of Mathura Vasa & Murthy Seva Of 8 Deity Types!

Updated December 28th, 2023Greatness of Mathura Vasa & Murthy Seva Of 8 Deity Types! In his Bhakti Rasamrita Sindhu, Sri Rupa Gosvami has divided the various practices of bhakti in sixty-four categories. Five of them have been declared as the most important by Sri Chaitanya. (i) Sadhu Sangha (Associating with the saints) (ii) Nama Kirtana … Continue reading “Greatness of Mathura Vasa & Murthy Seva Of 8 Deity Types!”

Caranamrta (Charanamrutha) or Abhishek Water – Its Importance!

Updated December 26th, 2023Caranamrta (Charanamrutha) or Abhishek Water – Its Importance! Caranamrta (Charanamrutha) is the holy water we receive after performing the abhishek to the Lord, particularly in the morning. Just imagine. Many things such as fruits, sandal pulp, Milk, water, etc are used one after another to perform the abhishek to the Lord. All … Continue reading “Caranamrta (Charanamrutha) or Abhishek Water – Its Importance!”

Three ways of Being submissive to Krishna! Detailed Explanation!

Updated December 12th, 2023Three ways of Being submissive to Krishna! Detailed Explanation! (As said by Sri Rupa Gosvami and Srila Prabhupada) Skanda Purana states about Being Humble & Submissive to Krishna: “Sober devotees can offer their submission to Krsna in the following three ways: (1) SAMPRARTHANATMIKA:  Very feelingly offering prayers (Being Submissive through Feeling); (2) DAINYAVODHIKA:  … Continue reading “Three ways of Being submissive to Krishna! Detailed Explanation!”

IMPORTANCE OF KIRTANA (SINGING) IN PLEASING KRISHNA!

Updated December 5th, 2023IMPORTANCE OF KIRTANA (SINGING) IN PLEASING KRISHNA! Sravanam & Kirtanam are the two important practices a devotee should follow to go closer to Krishna. There is no dispute in this qualification across all the sampradhayas or Sections or all the religions. A few days back, We have already read about how Sravanam, … Continue reading “IMPORTANCE OF KIRTANA (SINGING) IN PLEASING KRISHNA!”

HONOURING THE DEITIES OF KRISHNA – PROPER WAY – PART-1

Updated January 22nd, 2021HONOURING THE DEITIES OF KRISHNA – PROPER WAY – PART-1 (As said by Sri Rupa Gosvami & Srila Prabhupada) Sri Rupa Gosvami has given many tips for Honouring the deities of Krishna in a proper way to avoid offenses.  Every devotee should be serious in honouring the deities of Krishna as explained … Continue reading “HONOURING THE DEITIES OF KRISHNA – PROPER WAY – PART-1”

Importance of Sravanam (Hearing) as said by the Scriptures!

Updated November 22nd, 2023Importance of Sravanam (Hearing) as said by the Scriptures! Srila Prabhupada explains the Importance of Sravanam (Hearing) as said by Sri Rupa Gosvami: (Sravanam and Smaranam means Hearing and Remembering respectively) The beginning of Krsna consciousness and devotional service is hearing, in Sanskrit called sravanam. All people should be given the chance … Continue reading “Importance of Sravanam (Hearing) as said by the Scriptures!”

How should the devotees react if someone blasphemes Krishna?

Updated November 13th, 2023How should the devotees react if someone blasphemes Krishna? Sri Rupa Gosvami and Srila Prabhupada give the following guidelines: One should not tolerate blasphemy of the Lord or His devotees. In this connection, in the Tenth Canto, Seventy-fourth Chapter, verse 40, of Srimad-Bhagavatam, Sukadeva Gosvami tells Pariksit Maharaja: “My dear King, if … Continue reading “How should the devotees react if someone blasphemes Krishna?”

Offenses that should be Avoided by devotees – PART-2 (From Varaha Purana)

Updated November 9th, 2023Offenses that should be Avoided by devotees – PART-2 (From Varaha Purana) (By Sri Rupa Gosvami as said by Srila Prabhupada) Another list of thirty-two offenses given by the vedic scriptures have been listed in THIS PREVIOUS POST. Please read that also for better understanding. Besides these, there are a number of … Continue reading “Offenses that should be Avoided by devotees – PART-2 (From Varaha Purana)”

Offenses to Be Avoided by devotees – PART-1 ( 32 Offenses)

Updated November 5th, 2023Offenses to Be Avoided by devotees – PART-1 (32 Offenses) (As Per the Supplementary Vedic Literature) In the supplementary Vedic literature, there is the following list of thirty two offenses to Be Avoided by devotees in the matter of serving the Lord: (1) One should not enter the temple of the Deity in … Continue reading “Offenses to Be Avoided by devotees – PART-1 ( 32 Offenses)”

64 Regulative Principles for Vaishnavas from Hari Bhakta Vilasa!

Updated November 2nd, 202364 Regulative Principles for Vaishnavas from Hari Bhakta Vilasa! Srila Rupa Gosvami states that his elder brother (Sanatana Gosvami) has given 64 Regulative Principles for vaishnavas in Hari Bhakta Vilasa. He mentions the basic principles as follows: (How Can a disciple reduce his guru’s Karma? Wonderful Tips! READ HERE!) BASIC PRINCIPLES These … Continue reading “64 Regulative Principles for Vaishnavas from Hari Bhakta Vilasa!”

If athma has no gender, why male & female aren’t seen similarly?

Updated October 31st, 2023If athma has no gender, why male & female aren’t seen similarly? A Girl devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “Hare Krsna anna… Pamho..AGTSP… Have one doubt anna…Is there types of soul? (I mean female soul and male soul)… if it is not, then why these female and male? Yes its for … Continue reading “If athma has no gender, why male & female aren’t seen similarly?”

Tips to read Srila Prabhupada’s Books to Learn Krishna Consciousness!

Updated September 15th, 2023Tips to read Srila Prabhupada’s Books to Learn Krishna Consciousness! A girl devotee asked like this: “Hare Krishna Prabhu, I am ………………from ……………. I am just 18 but I wish to know more about Krishna Consciousness. What should I do in order to gain more knowledge on Krishna Consciousness? Hope Prabhu could … Continue reading “Tips to read Srila Prabhupada’s Books to Learn Krishna Consciousness!”

Role of Gopi Bhava, Sakhi Bhava & Manjari Bhava in Radha-Krishna lilas!

Updated May 17th, 2020Role of Gopi Bhava, Sakhi Bhava & Manjari Bhava in Radha-Krishna lilas! Pallavi Sharma asked like this: “Prabhuji today I have come with one doubt. Prabhuji I want to know what is the difference between Gopi bhav, Sakhi bhav and Manjari bhav? What are their respective dealings with Shrimati Radhe and Krishna? … Continue reading “Role of Gopi Bhava, Sakhi Bhava & Manjari Bhava in Radha-Krishna lilas!”

Who are Pancha Tatvas? Whom they represent?

Updated July 13th, 2023Who are Pancha Tatvas? Whom they represent? Sri Pancha-tattva Pranama has a prayer like this: panca-tattvatmakam krsnam bhakta-rupa-svarupakam bhaktavataram bhaktakhyam namami bhakta-saktikam “I offer my obeisances unto the Supreme Lord, Krsna, who is nondifferent from His features as a devotee, devotional incarnation, devotional manifestation pure devotee, and devotional energy.” (SRI NITYANANDHA PRABHU  … Continue reading “Who are Pancha Tatvas? Whom they represent?”

Following multiple Concepts in devotion – Demerits!

Updated July 2nd, 2023Following multiple Concepts in devotion – Demerits! A devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “I am a BBA student. Today, I read  your post that said that we should have only one initiating guru.  I am an ISKCON devotee.   Many other college friends are the devotees of another spiritual personality  (Name hidden).  … Continue reading “Following multiple Concepts in devotion – Demerits!”

NINE STAGES OF BHAKTI YOGA (ADVANCEMENT IN DEVOTION) EXPLAINED!

Updated March 5th, 2020NINE STAGES OF BHAKTI YOGA (ADVANCEMENT IN DEVOTION) EXPLAINED! In the beginning, no one can be elevated to the highest stage of devotional service. DEVOTEE means one who is trying to be a devotee through reformation by practicing devotional recommendations (Vaidhi Bhakti).  During the Vaidhi Bhakti process, chance of loving Krishna spontaneously … Continue reading “NINE STAGES OF BHAKTI YOGA (ADVANCEMENT IN DEVOTION) EXPLAINED!”

Receiving Knowledge About Krishna – Right & Wrong Ways!

Updated June 20th, 2023Receiving Knowledge About Krishna – Right & Wrong Ways! This is a very important knowledge for those who like to enhance their level of Devotional Status.  Must be read and memorized by everyone who likes to become a perfect devotee.  Please read and follow! Learning about Krishna as we wish will not … Continue reading “Receiving Knowledge About Krishna – Right & Wrong Ways!”

FOUR QUALITIES ESSENTIAL FOR SPIRITUAL GROWTH

Updated November 30th, 2019FOUR QUALITIES ESSENTIAL FOR SPIRITUAL GROWTH Srimad Bhagavatham (1-17-24) lists the following FOUR QUALITIES ESSENTIAL FOR SPIRITUAL GROWTH to be followed by every devotee if he likes to grow in devotion to Krishna: Mercy Cleanliness Self-discipline Truthfulness (QUALITIES OF A PURE DEVOTEE OF KRISHNA! READ HERE!) Free Star Matching; Pay & Analyze/ … Continue reading “FOUR QUALITIES ESSENTIAL FOR SPIRITUAL GROWTH”

Five Primary Duties of A Devotee Recommended By Lord Caitanya!

Updated March 15th, 2023Five Primary Duties of A Devotee Recommended By Lord Caitanya! Most of us are thinking that devotional process is very complicated. It is not so. In fact, compared to Karma Yoga, Gnana Yoga and Dhyana Yoga, following Bhakti Yoga is easy and possible for all people, even for illiterates. Many have doubt:  … Continue reading “Five Primary Duties of A Devotee Recommended By Lord Caitanya!”

CREATIONS BY KRISHNA – 5 :  FOURTEEN MATERIAL WORLDS – FULL DETAILS!

Updated September 21st, 2019CREATIONS BY KRISHNA – 5 :  FOURTEEN MATERIAL WORLDS – FULL DETAILS! READ THE FIRST 4 PARTS OF THIS POST BEFORE READING THIS POST HERE and HERE and HERE and HERE. FOURTEEN MATERIAL WORLDS IN EVERY UNIVERSE THREE DIVISIONS OF EVERY UNIVERSE ARE:  “Hari-vamsha” States: (1) URDHVA LOKA (HIGHER LOKAS) – People/ celestials … Continue reading “CREATIONS BY KRISHNA – 5 :  FOURTEEN MATERIAL WORLDS – FULL DETAILS!”

CREATIONS BY KRISHNA – 4 : MATERIAL WORLDS – CREATION & ANNIHILATION

Updated September 17th, 2019CREATIONS BY KRISHNA – 2 : MATERIAL WORLDS – CREATION & ANNIHILATION READ THE FIRST THREE PARTS OF THIS POST BEFORE READING THIS POST HERE and HERE and HERE. (A) MATERIAL CREATIONS AND START OF ACTIVITIES (i) MAYA & PRADHANA Material nature acts in two capacities as maya and pradhana. Maya is the … Continue reading “CREATIONS BY KRISHNA – 4 : MATERIAL WORLDS – CREATION & ANNIHILATION”

CREATIONS BY KRISHNA – 3 : BRAHMAM & INTERMEDIATE WORLDS!

Updated September 17th, 2019CREATIONS BY KRISHNA – 3 : BRAHMAM & INTERMEDIATE WORLDS! READ THE FIRST TWO PARTS OF THIS POST BEFORE READING THIS POSTHEREandHERE.  BRAHMAM (or) BRAHMA JOTHI (or) BRAHMAN (Not BRAHMA DEVA) The Vaikuntha planets (spiritual world)  are floating in the Brahman effulgence or simply Brahmam. Merging into this Brahman (Mukti) is for … Continue reading “CREATIONS BY KRISHNA – 3 : BRAHMAM & INTERMEDIATE WORLDS!”

CREATIONS BY KRISHNA – 2 : SPIRITUAL (VAIKUNTA) PLANETS

Updated September 17th, 2019CREATIONS BY KRISHNA – 2 : SPIRITUAL (VAIKUNTA) PLANETS READ THE FIRST PART OF THIS POST BEFORE READING THIS POST HERE. DESCRIPTION OF SPIRITUAL PLANETS Spiritual Planets means Vaikunta Planets where Krishna and His expansions are ruling. VAIKUNTA means NO ANXIETIES. Why there are no anxieties in Vaikunta planets? Because, only purified … Continue reading “CREATIONS BY KRISHNA – 2 : SPIRITUAL (VAIKUNTA) PLANETS”

FIVE DEBTS & FIVE YAJNAS TO BE CLEARED & PERFORMED BY EVERYONE!

Updated July 23rd, 2019FIVE DEBTS & FIVE YAJNAS TO BE CLEARED & PERFORMED BY EVERYONE! This is a very very important knowledge everyone should know and follow. When we come to this world, we come with five debts acquired from many births! Unless we clear these debts, we will have repeated births and deaths! It … Continue reading “FIVE DEBTS & FIVE YAJNAS TO BE CLEARED & PERFORMED BY EVERYONE!”

Soul entering the bodies – How, when and other related questions!

Updated October 18th, 2022Soul entering the bodies – How, when and other related questions! Pragati Achar asked like this: “Hello Rajan Sir, hope you’re keeping well.  I have a question for you regarding the entry of atma into a garbha. How does a soul enter in new body? Is there any way to know? Does … Continue reading “Soul entering the bodies – How, when and other related questions!”

FOUR KINDS OF NEOPHYTE DEVOTEES WHO WORSHIP KRISHNA!

Updated August 15th, 2020FOUR KINDS OF NEOPHYTE DEVOTEES WHO WORSHIP KRISHNA! Who said praying for material things from Krishna is wrong? I have been telling it is unnecessary to demand anything from Krishna because He Himself knows your situation. For a devotee who has surrendered to Krishna, that devotee will have to think of only … Continue reading “FOUR KINDS OF NEOPHYTE DEVOTEES WHO WORSHIP KRISHNA!”

Why should Krishna give senses and also expect Purity in devotion?

Updated April 26th, 2022Why should Krishna give senses and also expect Purity in devotion? “A male devotee (Name hidden)” asked like this: “haribol prabhu.  thank you for enlightening us with different types of knowledge.  one question is irritating me since i became matured and came to krishna cons.  why krishna plays double game?  why he … Continue reading “Why should Krishna give senses and also expect Purity in devotion?”

How Origin of Creations is Krishna’s Body as said by Bhagavatham?

Updated April 12th, 2022How Origin of Creations is Krishna’s Body as said by Bhagavatham? SRIMAD BHAGAVATHAM Canto 2, Chapter-6 Verses 1-28 describe the source of all the creations from the body of Lord. Let us take the extract of those details about how the Origin of Creations is Krishna’s Body as said by Bhagavatham, from the … Continue reading “How Origin of Creations is Krishna’s Body as said by Bhagavatham?”

Nature Of Atma (Soul): Complete Details with Simple Explanation!

Updated March 14th, 2022Nature Of Atma (Soul): Complete Details with Simple Explanation! Two Questions on the same topic from two devotees (Name hidden): (1) “Hare Krishna Prabhu ji, Kindly clear my few doubts, 1) Is Atma male or female, some says that only supreme personality of godhead Lord Krishna is Male and rest we souls … Continue reading “Nature Of Atma (Soul): Complete Details with Simple Explanation!”

Why God is listed last as “Matha Pitha Guru Deivam (God)”, not “Deivam(God), Guru, Matha Pitha ?”

Updated December 11th, 2018Why God is listed last as “Matha Pitha Guru Deivam (God)”,  not  “Deivam(God), Guru, Matha Pitha ?” “A girl devotee” asked like this: Hare Krsna, I would like to ask you a question prabhu.  I grew up with the phrase “Matha Pitha Guru Deivam( God)”.    So does our obligation to our parents … Continue reading “Why God is listed last as “Matha Pitha Guru Deivam (God)”, not “Deivam(God), Guru, Matha Pitha ?””

SIX FAVOURABLE AND UNFAVOURABLE PRINCIPLES FOR DEVOTIONAL SERVICE

Updated November 26th, 2018SIX FAVOURABLE AND UNFAVOURABLE PRINCIPLES FOR DEVOTIONAL SERVICE (As said by Srila Rupa Goswami in Nectar Of Instruction) (A) SIX FAVOURABLE PRINCIPLES FOR DEVOTIONAL SERVICE A devotee who desires to advance in his devotion to Krishna should follow the following six principles: (1) BEING ENTHUSIASTIC: The devotee eagerly engages in the devotional … Continue reading “SIX FAVOURABLE AND UNFAVOURABLE PRINCIPLES FOR DEVOTIONAL SERVICE”

Using the Free Will properly to get Krishna in spite of barriers! Tips!

Updated January 3rd, 2022Using the Free Will properly to get Krishna in spite of barriers! Tips! A Girl Devotee asked like this: “I want to know more about free will , I mean sometimes when I struck in problems due to conditional life and find no way to overcome some of the problems then feel … Continue reading “Using the Free Will properly to get Krishna in spite of barriers! Tips!”

64 TRANSCENDENTAL QUALITIES OF LORD KRISHNA EXPLAINED!

Updated August 22nd, 201964 TRANSCENDENTAL QUALITIES OF LORD KRISHNA EXPLAINED! (By Sri Rupa Gosvami) (A) FIFTY QUALITIES EXISTING IN KRISHNA IN FULL (100%) AND IN THE DEVOTEES IN MINUTE QUANTITIES (1) Beautiful features of the entire body:   Beautiful bodily features which automatically attract the eyes, called rucira; (2) Marked with all auspicious characteristics:  7 parts … Continue reading “64 TRANSCENDENTAL QUALITIES OF LORD KRISHNA EXPLAINED!”

Manas, Buddhi and Ahankar, ie, Mind, Intelligence and False ego – Details!

Updated June 7th, 2021Manas, Buddhi and Ahankar, ie, Mind, Intelligence and False ego – Details! A woman devotee (name hidden) asked like this: “Hare krishna prabhu. ..hope Ur doing good. .well I understood tht ur busy bt when doubts bothers I couldn’t find anyone who could clarity n give explaination accurately like u do. okay … Continue reading “Manas, Buddhi and Ahankar, ie, Mind, Intelligence and False ego – Details!”

FOUR CLASSES OF DEMONS AND DEVOTEES AS SAID BY KRISHNA!

Updated May 19th, 2021FOUR CLASSES OF DEMONS AND DEVOTEES AS SAID BY KRISHNA! Actual Question from Satya Prasad: “In bhagavad gita chapter 7th text 15, 4 types of demons demon are there.  Why these 4 types of demons, difference between four classes of demons. Some quotes prabhupada mentioned impersonalism is another way of explaining god … Continue reading “FOUR CLASSES OF DEMONS AND DEVOTEES AS SAID BY KRISHNA!”

5 Primary & 7 Secondary Rasas or Relationships with Krishna by devotees!

Updated July 21st, 20215 Primary & 7 Secondary Rasas or Relationships with Krishna by devotees! Satya Prasad asked like this: “hare krishna prabhu i reading prabhupada books regularly i have some doubt some quotes 1 prabhupada mentioned santa rasa is impersonal in some quotes prabhupada mentions it is one of the relationship with krsna how … Continue reading “5 Primary & 7 Secondary Rasas or Relationships with Krishna by devotees!”

How to protect ourselves from Mayavadic Philosophy?

Updated April 23rd, 2026How to protect ourselves from Mayavadic Philosophy? (This Post has the replies to two additional questions also) A devotee (Name hidden) asked this Question: “hare krishna dandawat pranam prabhu ji how to escape from mayawadis philoshophy like ………….. and his followers? and how to deal with them?? plz help me??plz help me,my … Continue reading “How to protect ourselves from Mayavadic Philosophy?”

HOW 24 MATERIAL ELEMENTS CONSTITUTE THE MATERIAL NATURE AND BODIES? A WELL SIMPLIFIED EXPLANATION!

Updated August 22nd, 2019HOW 24 MATERIAL ELEMENTS CONSTITUTE THE MATERIAL NATURE AND BODIES? A WELL SIMPLIFIED EXPLANATION! B S Mahesh Kumar asked like this: “Hare krishna dandavat pranam.  Prabhu Ji, can you explain me the texts of bhagavad Gita chapter 13 canto 35 in which 3rd or last paragraph?  I’m not understanding this, i have … Continue reading “HOW 24 MATERIAL ELEMENTS CONSTITUTE THE MATERIAL NATURE AND BODIES? A WELL SIMPLIFIED EXPLANATION!”

HOW KRISHNA CREATED ALL THE CREATIONS AND LIVING BEINGS?

Updated August 22nd, 2019HOW KRISHNA CREATED ALL THE CREATIONS AND LIVING BEINGS? TWO QUESTIONS FROM THE DEVOTEES: (1) Hari Om. I have one question. How this world created regarding Hindu religion? I need some clear answer for that. Thank you. (2) “Prabhuji, Did the first atomic souls be placed in this material directly upon creation … Continue reading “HOW KRISHNA CREATED ALL THE CREATIONS AND LIVING BEINGS?”

Three Classes of devotees – First, Second & Third Class devotees!

Updated November 13th, 2025Three Classes of devotees – First, Second & Third Class devotees! It is confirmed by the Lord Caitanya Maha prabhu that only the fortunate persons, by the mercy of both a bonafide spiritual master and Krsna, will get the seed of devotional service. In this connection, Lord Krsna says in Srimad-Bhagavatam, Eleventh … Continue reading “Three Classes of devotees – First, Second & Third Class devotees!”

NINE PROCESS OF DEVOTIONAL SERVICE (BHAKTI YOGA)

Updated April 9th, 2020A devotee’s devotional development and attainment of perfection has to go through the NINE PROCESS OF DEVOTIONAL SERVICE (BHAKTI YOGA). Attaining the Purity in devotion requires consistent Practices and it can not be compared to the devotion with some expectation as followed by many now a days. Intense and Pure Devotion to … Continue reading “NINE PROCESS OF DEVOTIONAL SERVICE (BHAKTI YOGA)”

FOUR SAMPRADHAYAS – ESSENTIAL DETAILS!

Updated January 16th, 2020FOUR SAMPRADHAYAS – ESSENTIAL DETAILS! (1) BRAHMA SAMPRADAYA Also called:    Madhva Sampradaya Prominent Acharyas:  Sri Madhvacarya,  Sri Caitanya Maha Prabhu Their concepts or commentaries on Vedanta is called:   Purnaprajna-bhasya NAME OF TATVA:  Madhvacarya:  suddha-dvaita-vada (Pure dualism – soul and supersoul are differently existing); Sri Caitanya:  Acintya-bheda-abheda-tattva (Both oneness and different;  ie, souls … Continue reading “FOUR SAMPRADHAYAS – ESSENTIAL DETAILS!”

FOUR DEFECTS OF CONDITIONED SOULS (MAN) EXPLAINED!

Updated July 4th, 2024FOUR DEFECTS OF CONDITIONED SOULS (MAN) EXPLAINED! We have seen, every person develops ego thinking that he is perfect. But, the bitter fact is that No one in this material world is perfect. Every conditioned soul (say, humans) from any material planet (Brahma deva too) is imperfect. Four defects of conditioned souls … Continue reading “FOUR DEFECTS OF CONDITIONED SOULS (MAN) EXPLAINED!”