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Updated October 15th, 2026Can one have Extramarital Relationship since the kings had it? A male devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “Hare Krishna. I am very much confused and need a help. I am married and I am in love and relationship with another girl at the same time. I know that shastras do not … Continue reading “Can one have Extramarital Relationship since the kings had it?”
Updated September 16th, 2026Will a wife gets karma by cooking meat for her husband? A woman devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “HK prabhu , I am practising devotional service from 4 yrs , i am married n my husband is not yet in KC . he doesnt follow any 4 regulative principles , but … Continue reading “Will a wife gets karma by cooking meat for her husband?”
Updated June 10th, 2026Why do women suffer wearing Sarees when men wear half pants? A Girl devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “Hare krsna. I am a 22 doing my bachelor of education degree staying abroad from home. I have a question related to girl and women dressing outfit. Now a days there is huge … Continue reading “Why do women suffer wearing Sarees when men wear half pants?”
Updated May 20th, 2026What if others poke seeing us wearing Tilak? A woman devotee who requested anonymity asked like this: “Namaste hare krsna prabho..i have question to clarify with u..is that compulsory for those who worship krsna to join krsna consiousness? I faced misunderstanding with people when i apply thilak, they thought i joined krsna … Continue reading “What if others poke seeing us wearing Tilak?”
Updated April 20th, 2026How can newly married devotees control their senses? A Girl devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “Hare Krsna. How to follow s…x only for procreation. Although I am not married but recently we have completed our ring ceremony this year we get married. We both work in a corporate company here my … Continue reading “How can newly married devotees control their senses?”
Updated March 4th, 2026What if the thoughts of Past Sinful acts spoil your future life? A male devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “Haribol Prabhuji. Prabhuji I read your counsellings and feel happy that devotees like you guide neophytes like me. Prabhuji I want to confess something. I have done many sins many times. I … Continue reading “What if the thoughts of Past Sinful acts spoil your future life?”
Updated February 24th, 2026Is following devotion & also having sexual addictions wrong? A male devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “Hare Krishna Prabhuji, I have been chanting holy name of Krishna from long time as I have faith only in name of Lord but from past many months, I have been dealing with sense disturbances … Continue reading “Is following devotion & also having sexual addictions wrong?”
Updated February 3rd, 2026How to control mind seeing women in glamorous dress publicly? A male devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “Hare Krishna. In this world, men and women are walking on a road. But, without thinking the presence of others, some girls or women wear thin modern short dress! As a boy it attracts … Continue reading “How to control mind seeing women in glamorous dress publicly?”
Updated December 29th, 2025Why Same Gotra marriage is prohibited? Can they do Vedic rights? A Girl devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “Hare Krishna Prabhuji. Prabhuji I read one article. There it was mentioned that scripture says that those kids whose parents belong to same gotra have no right to do any Vedic or religious … Continue reading “Why Same Gotra marriage is prohibited? Can they do Vedic rights?”
Updated December 24th, 2025Marriage Only for progeny, No Contraceptive & abortion -Why should one marry? A male devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “Hare Krishna. I am 27 old unmarried man, I connect to Krishna councious by knowing 4 regulative principle I follow 3 but 4 is very difficult for me, that is illicit sex. … Continue reading “Marriage Only for progeny, No Contraceptive & abortion -Why should one marry?”
Updated November 25th, 2025What if the family does not permit you to quit Non Veg foods? A Girl devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “I’ve decided to give up non-veg completely for my sadhana, before Kartik month but my mother keeps stopping me, saying “not now,” “no separate cooking,” and “leave it after marriage.” If … Continue reading “What if the family does not permit you to quit Non Veg foods?”
Updated April 29th, 2025Is Stealing money from parents wrong as Krishna too stole butter? Two devotees had asked similar questions last month: (1) A male devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “Hare Krishna, Radhe Radhe Sir, I want to ask you a question. I am a student and I have a bad habit of stealing … Continue reading “Is Stealing money from parents wrong as Krishna too stole butter?”
Updated April 23rd, 2025Is following hobbies thinking Krishna allowed for devotees? A Girl devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “Hare Krishna Prabhu ji. I am a 19 year old girl. I have passion and hobbies which makes me happy I want to follow them all yet not being detached but something in my mind keeps … Continue reading “Is following hobbies thinking Krishna allowed for devotees?”
Updated March 18th, 2025Is a devotee who had lusty thoughts in the past eligible to serve? A Girl devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “Hare krishna prabhuji. I am a female devotee pls hide my name. I used to properly practise devotional service to krishna and radha rani and also went to vrindavan dham. But … Continue reading “Is a devotee who had lusty thoughts in the past eligible to serve?”
Updated January 14th, 2025Is feeding meat to pets & arranging non veg hotels to others sinful? A Girl devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “Thank you for such wonderful service. If possible I needed guidance to two questions asked by my friends. I tried to search but couldn’t get on site. If already answered can … Continue reading “Is feeding meat to pets & arranging non veg hotels to others sinful?”
Updated October 15th, 2024Will the investors get Negative Karma for Company’s wrong acts? A male devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “Hare Krishna. I see a lot of people doing investments everywhere. I had a question. If someone invests a certain amount in a company and the company ends up using the money for questionable … Continue reading “Will the investors get Negative Karma for Company’s wrong acts?”
Updated November 5th, 2025Why Should women alone wear Thali Sindhoor metti to show marital status? A Girl devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “Hare krishna prabhu ji! I am a girl who is studying in high school. I was watching a video lecture on significance of marriage according to the scriptures (not an ISKCON video) … Continue reading “Why Should women alone wear Thali Sindhoor metti to show marital status?”
Updated October 3rd, 2025Waking up in Brahma Muhurtha – Spiritual & Scientific benefits! A devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “Sir in YouTube there are many videos stating that if you wake up between 3-5 am then it indicates about your spiritual awakening. You will be more inclined to God. Is it true?? Is there … Continue reading “Waking up in Brahma Muhurtha – Spiritual & Scientific benefits!”
Updated September 26th, 2025Why hearing movie songs are not favourable for devotion? A devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “Hare Krishna. I am not a full time devotee of shree krishna. However I follow the four regulative principles. I love to dance and sing also. While dancing I like to hear and dance on bollywood … Continue reading “Why hearing movie songs are not favourable for devotion?”
Updated September 25th, 2025Is fighting Corruption a service to Krishna? A male devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “Hare Krishna sir, Hope you are doing well. I read your stories on how you are such a sincere devotee to Krishna and how you serve The Lord despite all your health issues. I was deeply moved … Continue reading “Is fighting Corruption a service to Krishna?”
Updated May 4th, 2024Why severe punishments for small mistakes in devotional life? A male devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “Another thing heard was If someone wakes up after brahm muhurta, he gets sin of killing brahmana. If someone eat grains on ekadashi, he gets sin of killing guru, father and mother. Even he didn’t … Continue reading “Why severe punishments for small mistakes in devotional life?”
Updated April 25th, 2024Are the offenses in mind also punishable in kaliyuga too? A male devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “I offer my respectful obeisances. In the following link it is mentioned that Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu told Sachi Devi that “You can never go back to Godhead and you can never attain the mercy … Continue reading “Are the offenses in mind also punishable in kaliyuga too?”
Updated August 27th, 2025Karma in selling aged cows, Calf & other animals! Full Details! A female devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “Dear Rajan Sir, I have been reading your website this two days continuously to divert myself from distractions to keep being engaged to krishna’s service. Question: My father is a farmer living in … Continue reading “Karma in selling aged cows, Calf & other animals! Full Details!”
Updated August 10th, 2025Is devotees enjoying student age wrong? Tips to come out of guilt! A male devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “Hello prabhuji, dandvat pranams, all glories to Srila Prabhupada. I am devotee aged between 13-18. I have been practicing krishna consciousness from 2022 till now, though I am still imperfect and at … Continue reading “Is devotees enjoying student age wrong? Tips to come out of guilt!”
Updated December 30th, 2023Why should one be pure till marriage as most of the people are violating? A male devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “All of my friends are engaged in premarital relationships, all the people I see around me have been in atleast one premarital relationship. Then why should I restrict myself till … Continue reading “Why should one be pure till marriage as most of the people are violating?”
Updated July 30th, 2025Will Krishna accept if we use Packet Milk for abhishek & Pujas? A Girl devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “Hare Krishna. Should we use Packet dairy milks for deity Abhishek?” REPLY: I know that many private milk brands make the milk strong by adding milk powders, fat, cream, etc. So, they … Continue reading “Will Krishna accept if we use Packet Milk for abhishek & Pujas?”
Updated June 16th, 2025Is writing & markings in the devotional books wrong? A Girl devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “Hare Krishna Prabhuji. Dandavat Pranams. I would like to read all book written by Srila Prabhupada. Especially I wish that every time I open some book and try to see through pages of it, if … Continue reading “Is writing & markings in the devotional books wrong?”
Updated June 8th, 2025What if the medicines with prohibited ingredients are unavoidable? A male devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “Hare Krishna Prabhu, Thanks for the posts. I have a question, suppose for a person, if an ayurvedic doctor recommends herbs to increase shukra dhatu to normal levels, then if one consumes those herbs, I … Continue reading “What if the medicines with prohibited ingredients are unavoidable?”
Updated August 24th, 2023If I stop meat eating, will my past sins of eating meat be forgiven? A male devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “Hi sir, i am non vegetarian but now i have decided to be pure vegetarian! but i have read that it is prohibited to eat onion and garlic also, but … Continue reading “If I stop meat eating, will my past sins of eating meat be forgiven?”
Updated May 12th, 2025Why so many conditions for entering into the kitchen & deity room? A girl devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: Why is cow milk so important? I did a very terrible thing. I went in to Radharani’s kitchen at my local Iskcon without asking permission of Radharani without wearing a sari (just … Continue reading “Why so many conditions for entering into the kitchen & deity room?”
Updated May 4th, 2025Since Cows are exploited, should we use cow’s milk & share sins? A male devotee asked like this: “I recently heard a interview of ………….. Prabhu ji that Person with sedentary lifestyle shouldn’t drink milk, also milk should be Sourced ethically not from a place were cow’s are treated as milk machines, … Continue reading “Since Cows are exploited, should we use cow’s milk & share sins?”
Updated April 30th, 2025Is marrying but avoiding getting children allowed for the devotees! A Girl devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “Hare Krishna prabhuji. Dandavat Pramams. All glories to Srila Prabhupada. I have a confusion. I’m not interested in marriage, especially sex life which is shackles for everyone nor interested in begetting child. So I’m … Continue reading “Is marrying but avoiding getting children allowed for the devotees?”
Updated June 19th, 2023Why ghosts target women in menstruation in most cases? A Girl devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: Hare Krishna sir. You said once that a person com ghost after death if a lady in house is having her periods….I do not understand why Bcuz this is not a fault of that person … Continue reading “Why ghosts target women in menstruation in most cases?”
Updated April 2nd, 2025What if a devotee is unable to wear Tilak to avoid Getting enquired? Two devotees (Name hidden) asked like this. I have replied together: 1. If i m not wearing tilak? What will happen? Krishna will get angry on me? 2. Hk anna…dandavat pranam to u …I hope u r well ?? … Continue reading “What if a devotee is unable to wear Tilak to avoid Getting enquired?”
Updated March 20th, 2025Qualification to worship Shaligram Silas & Deities at home! A male devotee asked like this: “Should the Shaligram shila be worshiped only by the initiated brahmana? Why? It is said that violating this will cause stomach problems.” REPLY: It should be understood that only a person who is following the purity expected … Continue reading “Qualification to worship Shaligram Silas & Deities at home!”
Updated April 12th, 2023Is tatooing Krishna on the body right? A devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “hare krishna prabuji is it ok for married person or a single person 2 hav a ‘tatoo’ of krishna or any demi god on their bodies? please tag me if you answer” REPLY: As a policy decision, I … Continue reading “Is tatooing Krishna on the body right?”
Updated March 30th, 2023Do tough exercises reduce the lifetime because of more breathing? ‘Ved Vernekar‘asked like this: “Hare KRISHNA , I have a doubt regarding today’s post about breathing counts and lifetime associated with it.. Prabhuji what about those who are part of sports activities like Football, basketball and swimming etc. Also those who regularly … Continue reading “Do tough exercises reduce the lifetime because of more breathing?”
Updated March 19th, 2023How to Stay away from material people & criticizers of Krishna? A male devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “Hare Krishna prabhuji . Dandavat pranam. Prabhuji how is possible to stay away from material association when we are regularly in contact with them in school life, college life? Prabhuji how to react … Continue reading “How to Stay away from material people & criticizers of Krishna?”
Updated January 12th, 2023Harmful & Harmless Betting & Gambling for the devotees! A Student devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “Hare Krishna! Please accept my most humble obeisances! Is placing healthy bets allowed in kc? I have placed a bet with my friend that if I get 95 %(2% higher than my previous percent) in … Continue reading “Harmful & Harmless Betting & Gambling for the devotees!”
Updated December 15th, 2022Is an initiated devotee taking Potency treatment allowed? “Hare Krsna, Please accept our humble obeisances. All glories to Srila Prabhupada! Pls Hide my Name. We are both wife and Husband initiated devotees. We have one ……..year old Daughter. I am ……. years old my wife is …… year old. I am not … Continue reading “Is an initiated devotee taking Potency treatment allowed?”
Updated December 26th, 2024If a devotee boy deviates from ethics, Can a girl marry him? A Girl devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: (Edited to make it brief): “Hare Krishna. I was in relationship with an initiated boy who holds a high position in the mutt. We used to talk about our future plans after … Continue reading “If a devotee boy deviates from ethics, Can a girl marry him?”
Updated December 15th, 2024What if avoiding Illicit Relations is difficult in some countries? A Girl devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “Hare Krishna Prabhuji, I have some questions that I don’t know whom to ask. I think of you as someone qualified to give me guidance. Could you please spend some time to answer my … Continue reading “What if avoiding Illicit Relations is difficult in some countries?”
Updated August 23rd, 2022Sources of Gopi Chandan & Vibhuti! Can a devotee wear the both? A male devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “Hare Krishna Prabhuji, I hail from a Iyer Brahmin family. Myself, father and grandfather wear Gobichandan (U-shape) in morning and Vibhuti in the evening. Even my father couldn’t give me a proper explanation. I … Continue reading “Sources of Gopi Chandan & Vibhuti! Can a devotee wear the both?”
Updated December 2nd, 2024Karma for killing animals as said by our scriptures! Full Details! A Girl devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “This is confusing subject for me!!! then what is the fruit of karma of those who enjoy killing and eating animals. what they deserve? I m not getting this.” REPLY: Killing and separating … Continue reading “Karma for killing animals as said by our scriptures! Full Details!”
Updated November 28th, 2024Is a male devotee calling woman devotee for personal help wrong? A male devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “Hare Krishna prabhu ji dandvat pranam please accept my humble obeisances into your lotus feet. Prabhu ji I need your help. now I am not able to go to temple because of my … Continue reading “Is a male devotee calling woman devotee for personal help wrong?”
Updated November 25th, 2024What if doctor recommends Non veg foods for Children for health? A devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “HARE Krishna Prabhu! Please advise me on this. My baby was born preterm with low birthweight. She is 9 mo now. Doctor had advised us to give her chicken soup and egg. He hasn’t … Continue reading “What if doctor recommends Non veg foods for Children for health?”
Updated November 3rd, 2024How to take our Innocent Mistakes in serving Krishna? A woman devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “Hare Krishna Prabhuji. Thank you for your wonderful services. I am facing a lot of obstacles in the path of Bhakti like if I plan to visit temple, someone might fall sick at home or … Continue reading “How to take our Innocent Mistakes in serving Krishna?”
Updated October 22nd, 2024What if a Privacy loving devotee is commented for not being social? A 9th Class Girl Student had asked like this: “Radhe radhe ji. I am studying in 9th class and I live in a country outside of India. There is one problem. I have 2 good friends who are hard working … Continue reading “What if a Privacy loving devotee is commented for not being social?”
Updated October 10th, 2024Material Jealousy & Transcendental Jealousy – Differences! Radhika asked like this: “Hare Krishna prabhuji, Dandvat Pranam: My question is that prabhuji, all the gunas in a jeeva is coming from Krishna. He is the ocean and we are the drop of that ocean so qualitatively same but quantitatively different. Krishna is not … Continue reading “Material Jealousy & Transcendental Jealousy – Differences!”
Updated September 26th, 2024Will our delay in fulfilling our vows to the God be accepted by God? A devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “Hello sir.. I had made a vow to tirupati bhagwan in his temple that if my father recovers, i will bring my father for tirupati darshan and shave my own head … Continue reading “Will our delay in fulfilling our vows to the God be accepted by God?”
Updated September 19th, 2024Should a devotee couple stop Physical relations after getting child? A woman devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “Hare Krishna Prabhuji, Dandvat Pranam. My question is related to initiation, I searched all the related posts but could not find a reply hence I am asking it here. Prabhuji, me and my husband … Continue reading “Should a devotee couple stop Physical relations after getting child?”
Updated September 17th, 2024Is Sense Gratification without getting children possible for devotees? Two devotees with similar query: (1) A woman devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “Hare Krishna. My name is ……………… I am new devotee. Chanting 4 rounds from last 6 months. I am married 2 yrs ago. I have 1 baby also. Our … Continue reading “Is Sense Gratification without getting children possible for devotees?”
Updated September 16th, 2024Can women worship Shaligram Shila & deities at home? Koena Ghosh asked like this: “Hare Krishna Prabhuji. I heard that women can’t worship shaligram Shila. Is it true? But i read that Chaitanya Mahaprabhu’s mother Saci Devi used to worship Shaligram and Nityananda Prabhu’s wife Jahnava Devi also used to worship Shaligram … Continue reading “Can women worship Shaligram Shila & deities at home?”
Updated March 10th, 2022How should devotee couples follow rules in Public Places? A girl devotee who requested her anonymity asked like this: “hare krishna Prabuji…….I ve noted yu r d only devoti who speaks d facts without fear. i get a balancd opinion abt any topic. so i write dis to you. i hav a … Continue reading “How should devotee couples follow rules in Public Places?”
Updated September 4th, 2024Good Pastimes for the devotees in the place of mundane pastimes! Tips! A woman devotee (Name hidden for privacy) asked like this: “I have a question for you. I know that we are not supposed to watch tv or listen to music to avoid pleasure of the senses. But what pastimes are … Continue reading “Good Pastimes for the devotees in the place of mundane pastimes! Tips!”
Updated September 23rd, 2024Is not following devotional rules due to mental disorder punishable? A male devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “I am a mentally retarded person i am trying to chant 16 rounds (with difficulty). I am a vegetarian, but I can’t do cooking myself due to fear in cooking. (So, I depend on … Continue reading “Is not following devotional rules due to mental disorder punishable?”
Updated September 25th, 2024Is Playing Cards by the devotees without Pledging money allowed? A male devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “Hare Krishna Prabhu Ji, Dandavat Pranam. All glories to Srila Prabhupada. I needed your guidance on whether some of my lifestyle activities violates the Regulative Principles. I casually play card board games at home … Continue reading “Is Playing Cards by the devotees without Pledging money allowed?”
Updated January 18th, 2022Do the Scriptures permit animal sports like Bull Chasing, Cockfight, etc? A devotee (Name hidden on request) asked like this: “Hare Krishna , Dear Prabhuji, I have one doubt about traditional animal sports . What does the scriptures say about traditional animal sports like Jallikattu (Bull Chasing) , cockfight etc…. Is it … Continue reading “Do the Scriptures permit animal sports like Bull Chasing, Cockfight, etc?”
Updated July 14th, 2024Ten Offenses to Holy Dham OR Dham Aparatha OR Holy Dham Etiquette as said by By Srila Bhakti Vinoda Thakura! A Student devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “Hare Krishna Prabhuji, I am an 18 YO student who is going to take admission in …………(a holy dham) I had a wish that … Continue reading “Ten Offenses to Holy Dham OR Dham Aparatha OR Holy Dham Etiquette!”
Updated July 10th, 2024How should the devotees insulate from the Selfish People? A male devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “Hare Krishna Prabhu g. How can we handle those devotees, who r always keen to take advantage of other devotees. As I have been taught in Krishna conce that help to all devotees as much … Continue reading “How should the devotees insulate from the Selfish People?”
Updated July 5th, 2024Why should the devotees avoid wearing indecent clothes publicly? A male devotee asked like this: “Hello Sir, I would like to get enlightened on an issue. Some Female Devotees, Married and un- Married are wearing beautiful sarees in temple and outside but at beach they are showing half of their bodies. Is this … Continue reading “Why should the devotees avoid wearing indecent clothes publicly?”
Updated July 3rd, 2024Are investments in Shares & Mutual funds by devotees allowed? A devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “Hare Krishna Prabhu ji…Good evening sir. I am in my twenties I have read many of your posts in your site. In one post, I saw that long term investment in mutual funds and stocks … Continue reading “Are investments in Shares & Mutual funds by devotees allowed?”
Updated June 13th, 2024Alternatives to Onion & garlic for devotees for healthy body & mind! A Girl devotee asked like this: “Prabhuji, can u recommend me d exceptional food for onions n garlic??..which give all benefits same as when we consume this tamsik food onion n grlic…e.g.to decrease cholesterol level n other cardiac diseases cured … Continue reading “Alternatives to Onion & garlic for devotees for healthy body & mind!”
Updated June 5th, 2024How to avoid sins in life by identifying good and bad activities? The activities that are recommended by the bona fide scriptures that help us to get elevated in devotion, are good acts. The activities prohibited by the bonafide scriptures that pull us back from devotion, are bad acts. Simple. (Ten Sins … Continue reading “How to avoid sins in life by identifying good and bad activities?”
Updated May 12th, 2024Is attraction between a male and female devotee offensive? A Girl devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “Hare Krishna Prabhu ji . I’m quite disturbed with this thought since a month. Please enlighten me and help me to get on the right path. I’m a non-initiated Iskcon devotee. I follow 4 regulative principles … Continue reading “Is attraction between a male and female devotee offensive?”
Updated July 20th, 2021Is Taking Onion and Garlic while Chanting with Tulasi beads permitted? Reema asked like this: “Namaskar prabhuji, I am chanting hare Krishna maha mantra on tulsi mala. I had given up meat, fish, garlic, but, I cannot give up onion, some days I eat, is it ok to chant on tulsi mala … Continue reading “Is Taking Onion and Garlic while Chanting with Tulasi beads permitted?”
Updated June 17th, 2021Ten Sins through Mind, Words and Body a devotee should avoid! If a devotee commits sins while following the devotion to Krishna, it is not fully effective. So, a devotee should stop sinning. Srila Prabhupada has given four regulative principles that are the primary requirement for every devotee. In addition to the … Continue reading “Ten Sins through Mind, Words and Body a devotee should avoid!”
Updated March 31st, 2024Remedy for insulting Krishna out of frustration for silly reasons! A Girl devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: Hare Krishna prabhu! I am telling you a situation of which I am really sad and embarrassed about. Please understand my difficulty and and tell me what to do. I must confess I am … Continue reading “Remedy for insulting Krishna out of frustration for silly reasons!”
Updated March 6th, 2024Should the devotees avoid physical relations after initiation? A woman devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “Hare Krishna Prabhuji, Dandvat Pranam. My question is related to initiation, I searched all the related posts but could not find a reply hence I am asking it here. Prabhuji, me and my husband are preparing … Continue reading “Should the devotees avoid physical relations after initiation?”
Updated March 3rd, 2024Is a Husband marrying another girl for physical needs allowed? A girl devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “Hare Krishna prabhuji, dandvat Pranam I am sorry to ask you all about this, but I find no other way. I have been married since …………with a person with who was very sincere devotee … Continue reading “Is a Husband marrying another girl for physical needs allowed?”
Updated February 25th, 2024Properly & Effectively advising the erring persons – Tips to follow! A male devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “Hi, If a person is about to commit a mistake or is committing a mistake, then should we warn that person?? Is there any scriptural reference to this dilemma of mine??” REPLY: See, … Continue reading “Properly & Effectively advising the erring persons – Tips to follow!”
Updated March 10th, 2021Is Vaccination for diseases like Covid-19 for devotees allowed? A Girl devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “Hare Krishna prabhuji. You are the right person to ask this question. You know we are surrendered to Krishna and believe Krishna will protect us. Then, should we vaccinate ourselves for deadly diseases like Covid-19? … Continue reading “Is Vaccination for diseases like Covid-19 for devotees allowed?”
Updated February 16th, 2024Offenses against the holy dham – How to repent for it? A male devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “Jai Shri Krishna. One of my friend told me about your website. I have been reading you post and feeling joy because I found someone who can clear my doubts. I am going … Continue reading “Offenses against the holy dham – How to repent for it?”
Updated February 16th, 2021What to do if Kanthi mala or Japa mala are damaged? A devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “When should we change our Kanti? Can we wear even though the beats in is very few?” REPLY: In general, it is good to use the same Japa mala throughout the life (or) till … Continue reading “What to do if Kanthi mala or Japa mala are damaged?”
Updated January 21st, 2024Is taking treatments by the devotees against Karma rules? A girl devotee who requested anonymity asked like this: “RADHE RADHE Anna g. I request for anonymity. Firstly I express my gratitude to you that you are helping all of us unconditionally. Your efforts in improving all of us has and will always … Continue reading “Is taking treatments by the devotees against Karma rules?”
Updated January 19th, 2024Why materialistic countries are wealthier than Spiritual India? A Girl devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “Some one said all the countries where people eat non veg are more Flourished viz USA and UAE life is better there so how is it that eating non veg is bad …. If it would … Continue reading “Why materialistic countries are wealthier than Spiritual India?”
Updated January 16th, 2024Why do we kill the plants for food though they too have athma? A male devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “HARE KRSNA PRABHU!! i have a doubt, in scriptures it is said that every living being has a soul which is part and parcel of krishna…so even trees also have right?? … Continue reading “Why do we kill the plants for food though they too have athma?”
Updated January 13th, 2024Vaishnava Outlook or Internal Changes – Which is more important? Both the Vaishnava outlook and internal changes (reformation) should be given importance for the devotees! However, if you ask Vaishnava Outlook or Internal Changes – Which is more important, Lord Jaganatha Himself indicates that Internal Changes are to be given more importance … Continue reading “Vaishnava Outlook or Internal Changes – Which is more important?”
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!”
Updated December 31st, 2023Finding good devotee Spouse from among modern devotees! Tips! A male devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “There are a few female devotees who post dirty pictures in internet in social media just like people who are in nightclubs. I know we shouldn’t judge anyone based on their clothes but how to … Continue reading “Finding good devotee Spouse from among modern devotees! Tips!”
Updated October 24th, 2020Using intoxicants or other Violations while chanting – Will Krishna accept? A male devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “Hare.Krishna I was reading about the pain and suffering some very good devotees experience and those who are Karmis do not. I have struggled with this but I look at it as a … Continue reading “Using intoxicants or other Violations while chanting – Will Krishna accept?”
Updated November 28th, 2023Is a Devotee Couple Avoiding Children for economic reasons right? A male devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “What to do if wife want physical relationship (because of strong desire and bodily need) but husband don’t want children (because of economical conditions). Please guide many will have this type of condition. Thank … Continue reading “Is a Devotee Couple Avoiding Children for economic reasons right?”
Updated October 8th, 2020WEAPONS TO BEAT MAYA – TILAKA, TULASI BEADS AND PRASADAM! Wearing Tilaka, Tulasi Beads and Prasadam are the weapons to beat MAYA, ie, the powerful material energy. Srila Rupa Gosvami has extensively spoken about how are the weapons to beat MAYA – Tilaka, Tulasi Beads and Prasadam protect us from the powerful … Continue reading “WEAPONS TO BEAT MAYA – TILAKA, TULASI BEADS AND PRASADAM!”
Updated September 29th, 2020PROHIBITED INVESTMENTS FOR DEVOTEES & THE REASONS! WHY SOME INVESTMENTS ARE PERMITTED & PROHIBITED FOR DEVOTEES? See, such advices are given to save the precious time and the mood of the devotees to be spent for Krishna. Not for any other reasons. Before following any regulative principle, know why it has been … Continue reading “PROHIBITED INVESTMENTS FOR DEVOTEES & THE REASONS!”
Updated August 21st, 2020Is it wrong for devotees watching Mahabharatha and Ramayana on TV? The question from a girl devotee (Name hidden): “I watched Mahabharath in STAR channel. In a few places, I found some differences from the original script. A temple devotee advised that devotees should not watch such serials based on puranas. I … Continue reading “Is it wrong for devotees watching Mahabharatha and Ramayana on TV?”
Updated August 18th, 2020The illicit activities that should be avoided by the devotees! A devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “I want to know what exactly does illicit relations mean? And interms of me and him what would be considered illicit relation? A hug and a kiss is illicit? Romantic talk is illicit? I want … Continue reading “The illicit activities that should be avoided by the devotees!”
Updated September 11th, 2023Is Krishna devotees visiting Other Temples wrong? A girl devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “Hare Krishna. Master ji, i have a small doubt. Some of the Krishna devotees told me that, who ever following Krishna consciousness shouldn’t go to other deities temples (like Lord Shiva etc). Is that true? Is there … Continue reading “Is Krishna devotees visiting Other Temples wrong?”
Updated September 8th, 2023Making show as devotee but committing offenses! How to avoid it? A girl devotee asked like this (Name hidden): “I dnt use fb dese days .. n I have a lot of doubt’s.. I really need someone to help me prabhu.. I feel I am deviating frm my Krishna. M deviating from … Continue reading “Making show as devotee but committing offenses! How to avoid it?”
Updated September 2nd, 2023Book Distribution – Why it is the Best Service For Devotees? Whenever I see the pictures of devotees distributing Prabhupada’s books, my heart becomes wet. Why? Because thousands of innocent devotees wanders here and there all over the world and sell the books related to Krishna. They forget their hunger, thirst, etc. … Continue reading “Book Distribution – Why it is the Best Service For Devotees?”
Updated May 27th, 2020How to repent for our past illicit activities and sins? Qn. In detail from a girl: Hare Krishna Prabhuji , With mercy of Krishna am little bit free, but what is the repentance or pashchataap for premarital or illicit violations? Pls help me your answer will make me light. Hare Krishna REPLY: … Continue reading “How to repent for our past illicit activities and sins?”
Updated May 20th, 2020Whom should I marry after treating all girls as mother? A male devotee (Name hidden) has asked the above single line question. REPLY: Yes, The scriptures and acharyas like Srila Prabhupada advice for treating girls as mothers. They request us to maintain our mindset like that when we see other women. This … Continue reading “Whom should I marry after treating all girls as mother?”
Updated May 13th, 2020Is it dharma to refuse if my parents compel to take meat? A devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “Prabhu ji….. I am in a serious difficulty…. I m 14 years old…. I have a great love for Dharma…. I want to be a vegetarian but my parents and relatives say that … Continue reading “Is it dharma to refuse if my parents compel to take meat?”
Updated December 4th, 2020No Mating or Mating to get devotee children – Which is good for devotee couples? A Girl Devotee (Name hidden by me) messaged like this: “Hare Krishna Prabhuji. In one of the post you wrote that even when partners engage in sexual contact for producing children they experience pleasure. Although it is … Continue reading “No Mating or Mating to get devotee children – Which is good for devotee couples?”
Updated June 28th, 20234 Gateways Of Sins In Our Body that can Deviate us From Krishna! Four Powerful gateways of sins in the body of every person live between his two ears. What are they? Two eyes, Nose, Tongue and Ears are the 4 gateways of sins in our body between the ears. There is another important … Continue reading “4 Gateways Of Sins In Our Body that can Deviate us From Krishna!”
Updated February 14th, 2020Dealing with a rude devotee without Vaishnava offense – Best Tips! A male devotee asked like this: “why some Krishna devotees are very rude to other Krishna devotee? The devotees do not know that anger leads to destruction of there mind and self? 2nd question is that some Krishna devotee do not … Continue reading “Dealing with a rude devotee without Vaishnava offense – Best Tips!”
Updated February 13th, 2020Devotees should be Humble, Not Coward! – An Interesting Analysis! Being humble is really a good nature. But, it should not go to the level of allowing ourselves to be cheated. If anyone intends to cheat us, we should not allow that since he is a devotee or a popular person. Whoever … Continue reading “Devotees should be Humble, Not Coward! – An Interesting Analysis!”
Updated February 11th, 2020Why the devotees should avoid offenses strictly? A Girl devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: Why is it that even if v do a lil mistake n ppl comment that this is wht ur kc yaught n this is wht u chant. I m nt a regular kc person hence commit mistakes … Continue reading “Why the devotees should avoid offenses strictly?”
Updated June 11th, 2023Why should the devotees be Simple and Pure in their daily life? PURITY AND SIMPLICITY REFLECTS THE INNER BEAUTY of SOUL. Where there is purity, Simplicity will naturally follow because pure devotees will not have attachment to their great appearance. This is true. Until a person is identifying himself with his body, … Continue reading “Why should the devotees be Simple and Pure in their daily life?”
Updated March 25th, 2023Why devotees call others as Prabhuji as only Krishna is Prabhu? A male devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “Hare Krishna, Sir, forgive me but I’m a new joiner of your FB page and want to clear my own confusion. i agree that a man knows by his work (good or bad), … Continue reading “Why devotees call others as Prabhuji as only Krishna is Prabhu?”
Updated December 16th, 2019HOW SHOULD WOMEN LIVE PERFECTLY AS PER THE SCRIPTURES? A Girl Devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “N how should women live as per srila prabhupad n scriptures say…” REPLY: If I write what Manu Samhita says, what Bhagavatham says, what Acharyas say on how should women live, you will get angry … Continue reading “HOW SHOULD WOMEN LIVE PERFECTLY AS PER THE SCRIPTURES?”
Updated March 28th, 2023Is going to temples without bathing and in unwashed clothes wrong? “Hare Krishna… Prabhu…Many time I go to temple with unwashed dress cz I m at another city where I m studying n doing my articles ship so I HV use one set of dress for 3 days….Is I m not good … Continue reading “Is going to temples without bathing and in unwashed clothes wrong?”
Updated November 25th, 2019What if a devotee finds avoiding offences difficult in kaliyuga? A girl devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: asked like this: Hare Krishna Prabhu , Dandvat Pranam ..i ‘d a question to ask…in this age of kali ??????AVOIDING OFFENSES is very difficult…. not to think anything if you have seen or heard … Continue reading “What if a devotee finds avoiding offences difficult in kaliyuga?”
Updated March 8th, 2023Does Watching TV violate the Regulative Principles for devotees? A Girl devotee asked like this: “Hare Krishna !! Dandavat Pranaam Prabhuji… Just want to say Thank u soooo very much for all the counselling u r doing. Almost all the questions r getting answered thru this site..Amazing ! Never came across such … Continue reading “Does Watching TV violate the Regulative Principles for devotees?”
Updated January 5th, 2023What if a devotee’s simplicity is not respected in his work place? A male devotee (Name hidden on request) asked like this: “Hare Krishna Prabhuji, i like your counselling very much on different subjects..I also need to get guidance from you on a matter. My name is ……. and i am working … Continue reading “What if a devotee’s simplicity is not respected in his work place?”
Updated January 12th, 2023Is having association with friends of other religions & Sects wrong? A male devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “Haribol namaste Hare Krishna Prahabu, my question is…rejecting the social gatherings invitations, for staying at home always, for being alone always… this is being introvert or thats what you called a pride? or … Continue reading “Is having association with friends of other religions & Sects wrong?”
Updated December 29th, 2022Are the Plants hurt by plucking flowers & fruits for Krishna & us? “A Girl devotee” asked like this: “hare krishna sir …… I wanted to clear a doubt of mine which is very silly but i wanted to clear so i request u to help me by giving ur precious views…. … Continue reading “Are the Plants hurt by plucking flowers & fruits for Krishna & us?”
Updated November 7th, 2022Should a devotee be merciful even to cruel and clever people? A male devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: hare Krishna prabhuji, in your one post, u told that we should talk to everyone, at least we should maintain hello or hi. my question is what about the person who is naughty … Continue reading “Should a devotee be merciful even to cruel and clever people?”
Updated November 4th, 2022Dealing with Gossiping devotees and non devotees! A Girl devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “Radheshyam Prabhuji This is my muma account I have deleted all social sites to focus on devotion. But, have encountered one problem. Prabhuji, I know some devotees who talk wrong about other devotees behind there back which … Continue reading “Dealing with Gossiping devotees and non devotees!”
Updated July 24th, 2022Is attending the family functions by Initiated devotees is allowed? A devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “Hare Krsna. If a devotee is practising Krsna Consciousness and has taken initiation, can he/she take part in a family discussion on arranging non veg food for the family function or gathering? Please note that … Continue reading “Is attending the family functions by Initiated devotees is allowed?”
Updated July 26th, 2022Why differences in growing or shaving the hairs by devotees? A male devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “Hare Krsna prabhu ji. I have a doubt.. most of sadhus in India have long beards, moustaches. In ISKCON they look at me differently if I have moustache. What is the original rule to … Continue reading “Why differences in growing or shaving the hairs by devotees?”
Updated April 20th, 2019I started to use liquor to reduce cholesterol, and forgot Krishna. What to do? A male devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “I’m getting attached to all the materialistic things & forgetting Krishna. The more I attach the more I fear and do sins. I think every night that so many wrong … Continue reading “I started to use liquor to reduce cholesterol, and forgot Krishna. What to do?”
Updated April 15th, 2019Grahastha Rule of ONLY ONCE A MONTH relations and Childlessness! – A Case Study! A woman devotee who requested anonymity asked like this : “Hare krishna.. I am telling this to you thinking you like my brother. I am the wife of a devotee husband who is not initiated to any guru. … Continue reading “Grahastha Rule of ONLY ONCE A MONTH relations and Childlessness! – A Case Study!”
Updated April 1st, 2019How to deal if we find any devotee committing offenses? A devotee (Name hidden by me) asked like this: “Hare krishna prabhuji, sometimes we after many efforts also, tend to observe the mistakes of our spiritual master or our spiritual brothers and sisters, will it destroy whatever advancement we have done in … Continue reading “How to deal if we find any devotee committing offenses?”
Updated June 7th, 2022Why even small mistakes of devotees are seen seriously by others? A girl devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: Why is it that even if v do a lil mistake n ppl comment that this is what ur kc taught n this is what u chant. I m not a regular kc … Continue reading “Why even small mistakes of devotees are seen seriously by others?”
Updated March 23rd, 201912 RULES OF TAKING BATH FOR THE DEVOTEES! How should a devotee take bath? Oh, we know well. Why should you teach bathing to me? There are reasons. A devotee should follow a certain rules while taking bath. Let us see them: (1) Sanyasis should take bath three times a day. Others … Continue reading “12 RULES OF TAKING BATH FOR THE DEVOTEES!”
Updated May 30th, 2022Is using medicines that contain alcohol and non veg ingredients sinful? A devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “In this kaliyug, almost everything is either Tamsik or Rajsik. Even some medicines also contains Alcohol. Every time we consume medicine, we are actually consuming the Alcohol in it. So my question is – … Continue reading “Is using medicines that contain alcohol and non veg ingredients sinful?”
Updated May 31st, 2022Is wearing dhoti or Sari and Kaupin compulsory for devotees? A male devotee (name hidden) asked like this: “Hare Krishna ! Please can you explain the science behind Kaupin. Why Indian sadhus and brahmacharis wears Kaupin. Why one should wear Kaupin. Who can wear Kaupin. If there is any rules and regulations … Continue reading “Is wearing dhoti or Sari and Kaupin compulsory for devotees?”
Updated June 5th, 2022Is eating meat rarely in compelling situations also offensive? A devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “I am a non- vegetarian but not like that of others who regularly keep on eating such kinds of meals. When there is parcel or someone cooks for us , I eat meat. I can live … Continue reading “Is eating meat rarely in compelling situations also offensive?”
Updated March 13th, 2019To what level we can interact with the persons of opposite gender? A male devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “HK prabhuji, PAMHO, agtsp! I’m wearing kantimala n following 4 regulative principles n 16 rounds! I am love with a girl but she isn’t devotee but she is very nice girl with … Continue reading “To what level we can interact with the persons of opposite gender?”
Updated May 5th, 2022Is devotees trying Lottery for good cause wrong as we don’t cheat anyone? A girl devotee who requested anonymity asked like this: “Hare Krsna Prabhu, 3 years ago, I became vegetarian after getting inspired spiritually through the Bhagavad Gita. I have been struggling and still is to get 100% into K.C. Lately … Continue reading “Is devotees trying Lottery for good cause wrong as we don’t cheat anyone?”
Updated February 8th, 2019What sin we acquire if we do not follow 4 regulative principles and Ekadasi fasts? A WOMAN DEVOTEE ASKED LIKE THIS: Hk.. i would like to ask one question behalf of my one of devotee fren… Wat are the sins if one devotees did not follow 4 prinicipal 1) do nt eating … Continue reading “What sin we acquire if we do not follow 4 regulative principles and Ekadasi fasts?”
Updated March 3rd, 2022Is friendship between Girl & Boy devotees allowed in devotional life? Two questions from two devotees: (1) A male devotee whose name I have hidden asked like this: “i want to say that i don’t have any friend in females. what should i do . i need one for my whole life. … Continue reading “Is friendship between Girl & Boy devotees allowed in devotional life?”
Updated March 10th, 2022What is the karma for irresponsible parents who fail to care children? A devotee asked like this: “what about hurting, misbehaving, uncaring and deserting children by their parents.?? Because it is responsibility of parents first to care, well behaving and give sanskara to their children. why don’t you write about it some … Continue reading “What is the karma for irresponsible parents who fail to care children?”
Updated February 21st, 2022How to cultivate the children disciplined in treating the women with dignity? A male devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “Prabhu. I am a devotee from ………… . I am 51 years old. I have two children (boys). I observe drastic changes in the life styles of my sons and they freely … Continue reading “How to cultivate the children disciplined in treating the women with dignity?”
Updated December 27th, 2018My family compels me to eat meat for strength violating regulative principle. What to do? Three similar problems of three devotees: (1) Hare Krsna Prabhuji Dandavat pranam. My question is a couple have taken their first Diksha and after 4 to 5 years one of them fall in sick and their parents … Continue reading “My family compels me to eat meat for strength violating regulative principle. What to do?”
Updated December 20th, 2018KRISHNA’S ADVICE IN BHAGAVAD GITA TO AVOID ONION & GARLIC AND STORIES BEHIND THEM! Has Krishna said about Onion and Garlic in Bhagavad Gita? Yes. Krishna has said. Krishna has not listed the recipes in Bhagavad Gita, but, He has listed the nature of foods to be avoided. Onion and garlic fall … Continue reading “KRISHNA’S ADVICE IN BHAGAVAD GITA TO AVOID ONION & GARLIC AND STORIES BEHIND THEM!”
Updated February 7th, 2022Maintaining Purity & Chastity in Kaliyuga! 15 Tips for devotees! A woman devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “Shastras prescribe a woman to be chaste and faithful, how should one maintain in this age, plz give tips for that. ” REPLY: Yes, Strictly maintaining Purity & Chastity in Kaliyuga is difficult, but … Continue reading “Maintaining Purity & Chastity in Kaliyuga! 15 Tips for devotees!”
Updated December 5th, 201810 FOODS KRISHNA DEVOTEES SHOULD EAT AND AVOID! A devotee is advised to avoid certain food stuffs just to keep his guna suitable to follow devotion. If others say any others say any other reason or stories, they are just exaggerations. Food affects our guna and hence consciousness. There is no doubt … Continue reading “10 FOODS KRISHNA DEVOTEES SHOULD EAT AND AVOID!”
Updated September 26th, 2018Can a devotee having past illicit violations get the mercy of Krishna? Two questions from two devotees: (1) A male devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “Hare Krishna Prabhu ji, Thanks for your all postings it is helping me a lot to progress towards Lord Krishna , as i ashame to disclose … Continue reading “Can a devotee having past illicit violations get the mercy of Krishna?”
Updated September 27th, 2026What to do if the family members object avoiding onion & garlic? A woman devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: Hare Krsna Prabhuji, After reading your posts to avoid onion, garlic, coffee, tea,non- veg, mushrooms, I am very much inspired to lead a life without them and also practice devotion, to go … Continue reading “What to do if the family members object avoiding onion & garlic?”
Updated August 25th, 2024A-Z TIPS TO FOLLOW AND AVOID BY WOMEN DEVOTEES DURING MONTHLY PERIODS! A WOMAN DEVOTEE (Name hidden) asked like this: Namaste. I heard people saying u can chant vishnu sahasranama during monthly periods too is that right? And I know we shouldn’t touch gods pics or gods book in periods but I … Continue reading “A-Z TIPS TO FOLLOW AND AVOID BY WOMEN DEVOTEES DURING MONTHLY PERIODS! “
Updated August 18th, 2026How to be a Vegetarian Devotee In a Non Vegetarian Family? A Devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: Hare Krishna Prabhuji. I am unintiated and live in a non devotee family. I am a pursuing my studies now. I am attached to Krishna from childhood and have a desire of serving Him. … Continue reading “How to be a Vegetarian Devotee In a Non Vegetarian Family?”
Updated August 17th, 2026How to be a Humble devotee in temples & Outside? Great Tips! A woman devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “Hare Krishna . Please accept my humble obeisances. Prabhuji what does mean by when you say that you preferring to be a humble devotee? Whenever any person regularly visit Iskcon temple and … Continue reading “How to be a Humble devotee in temples & Outside? Great Tips!”
Updated August 16th, 2026What if avoiding Onion and Garlic is practically difficult? A QUESTION FROM A WOMAN DEVOTEE: Sir Im into a big problem which I think only you can solve.Im from west Bengal and from childhood habituated to non veg food. Latter after marriage I started daily Pooja .There was no problem I faced. … Continue reading “What if avoiding Onion and Garlic is practically difficult?”
Updated September 26th, 2021The devotional practices permitted without bathing only if it is unavoidable! A Girl devotee asked like this: “Hare Krishna Prabhu, I seize this opportunity to thank you for all your posts that have really helped me, I have some questions,can you please reply me: Can someone read the bhagavad Gita without having … Continue reading “The devotional practices permitted without bathing only if it is unavoidable!”
Updated August 2nd, 2026Can the devotees take Onion & Garlic if doctor prescribes them? A male devotee asked like this: “Hk Prabhuji. I am sorry to say, I have taken garlic coz my doctor recommended it. I had repeated cold and cough atleast once a week. I met two doctors. Both recommended me garlic capsules. … Continue reading “Can the devotees take Onion & Garlic if doctor prescribes them?”
Updated July 23rd, 2026Why devotees avoid Coffee, Tea & Chocolates that motivate them? A devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “Hare Krsna! I request you not to disclose my name. I had a query with regard to the consumption of cocoa (and chocolate products), tea and coffee. May I know why these are discouraged by … Continue reading “Why devotees avoid Coffee, Tea & Chocolates that motivate them?”
Updated June 14th, 2026Will Giving counselling for personal problems lead to our fall down? Actual Question from two male devotees (Names hidden): (1) “Can a temple President promote n advice people to divorce without consideration of both. Husband n wife??” (2) Dear Prabhu. You are giving amazing counselling services. But, Can you encourage the devotees … Continue reading “Will Giving counselling for personal problems lead to our fall down?”
Updated June 14th, 2021Why the dress codes for women when the men walk half open publicly? Two Questions from two Girl devotees: (1) Hare Krishna Rajan Prabhu!!!! U explained that girl should wear sari. But if you see the old sculptures depicting Lord Krishna or other demigods like Lord Shiva and their better halves or … Continue reading “Why the dress codes for women when the men walk half open publicly?”
Updated May 20th, 2026How much of Cosmetics and Make-up acceptable for the devotees? Actual Question from a girl devotee (Name hidden): “Hare Krishna Prabhu . I have a question but wish to remain anonymous. Im still learning about Krishna consciousness and the way of life. I used to use make up so i have learnt … Continue reading “How much of Cosmetics and Make-up acceptable for the devotees?”
Updated April 27th, 2026How to Serve the people to make it a Service to the God? A devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “Some doubts are burning in my mind. Many people don’t have food to eat, clothes to wear in winter, many are dying due to cold hunger, even many people don’t have money … Continue reading “How to Serve the people to make it a Service to the God?”
Updated April 10th, 2026Why Four Regulative Principles are compulsory? 10 Reasons! The following four Regulative Principles are the Primary requirement for every devotee and failing to follow them will definitely delay the advancement in devotion: (1) No meat eating : You can read the post about this HERE. (2) No intoxication : You can read … Continue reading “Why Four Regulative Principles are compulsory? 10 Reasons!”
Updated April 16th, 202610 Tips to avoid Gambling for devotees with Examples! The four regulative principles recommended for the devotees of Krishna are: (1) No meat eating (2) No Intoxication (3) No Gambling & (4) No Illicit Sex These four regulative Principles are the primary requirements for every devotee and failing to follow them will … Continue reading “10 Tips to avoid Gambling for devotees with Examples!”
Updated July 23rd, 201810 NICE TIPS TO AVOID ILLICIT AFFAIRS AS A REGULATIVE PRINCIPLE FOR KRISHNA DEVOTEES! The four regulative principles recommended for the devotees of Krishna are: Please Remember! The following four regulative Principles are the primary requirement for every devotee and failing to follow them will definitely delay the advancement in devotion: (1) … Continue reading “10 NICE TIPS TO AVOID ILLICIT AFFAIRS AS A REGULATIVE PRINCIPLE FOR KRISHNA DEVOTEES!”
Updated April 19th, 2026Why should devotees avoid Intoxicants like Smoking & Drinking? 10 Reasons! “Real freedom” is being free from unwanted attachments and addictions! That is why, the Four Regulative Principles are recommended for the devotees. Following four regulative Principles are the primary requirement for every devotee and failing to follow them will definitely delay … Continue reading “Why should devotees avoid Intoxicants like Smoking & Drinking? 10 Reasons!”
Updated July 23rd, 201810 SCIENTIFIC REASONS TO AVOID MEAT EATING AS A REGULATIVE PRINCIPLE! The four regulative principles recommended for the devotees of Krishna are: Please Remember! The following four regulative Principles are the primary requirement for every devotee and failing to follow them will definitely delay the advancement in devotion: (1) No meat eating … Continue reading “10 SCIENTIFIC REASONS TO AVOID MEAT EATING AS A REGULATIVE PRINCIPLE!”
Updated March 30th, 2026Will following devotion without following temple rules be effective? A girl devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “Hare Krishna Prabhuji. I got this doubt, “If god has created the whole universe why other countries people don’t know about God like as we Indians know.” Another problem, In many famous temple there is … Continue reading “Will following devotion without following temple rules be effective?”
Updated January 28th, 2026Is it true that animals have no soul & hence can be killed? A girl devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: Hare Krishna Prabhuji dandavat pranam…. Prabhuji I am now a M. Com student, living at hostel, maintaining a spiritual life also by chanting praying presenting bhoga etc trying to do all … Continue reading “Is it true that animals have no soul & hence can be killed?”
Updated February 12th, 2026How to vote for a right candidate without adding karma to us? Two Questions from two male devotees (Name hidden): (1) “Hare krishna prabhu ji. Our state goes to state elections in April. I hesitate to vote to anyone because I fear for selecting a wrong person that will cause hardship to … Continue reading “How to vote for a right candidate without adding karma to us?”
Updated January 26th, 2026Repenting for violating with women after initiation & Limits to follow! Question in detail: An initiated male devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: Hare krishna prabhuji, I am ……….. yrs old male and have taken harinama diksha year ………….. I am very seriously following 4 principles and chanting 16 rounds daily. But … Continue reading “Repenting for violating with women after initiation & Limits to follow!”
Updated January 21st, 2026The Effects of Premarital relations for devotees! Bold Counselling! QUESTION FROM A GIRL DEVOTEE (Name hidden): Hare Krishna Prabhuji. I lost my faith in Krishna. I used to feel the time when I need Krishna most he left me and I was in depression for 2 years. . I was in relation … Continue reading “The Effects of Premarital relations for devotees! Bold Counselling!”
Updated January 1st, 2026How to manage if you are unable to get Prasadam in job? Actual Question from a marine engineer: Hare Krishna ! Prabhu I am a marine engineer serving on merchant ships and I have to be on ships all the time, mostly 7 months in a year. I m sailing with Philippines … Continue reading “How to manage if you are unable to get Prasadam in job?”
Updated October 10th, 2025If a devotee involves in illicit relations, is he still a devotee? Actual Question by a devotee (Name hidden): Hare Krishna Prabhuji I am 38 years unmarried girl having x relation with 56 years man. We are in relations from 15 years. He is married he has two kids they are now … Continue reading “If a devotee involves in illicit relations, is he still a devotee?”
Updated December 28th, 2025Will thinking of sinful acts add karma like actually performing sins? Actual Question: how to avoid creating bad and sinful Karmas through thoughts and imagination…. is these kinds of karma creates as dreadful results as sin created through actions…. I usually think and imagine which I should not …. it has just … Continue reading “Will thinking of sinful acts add karma like actually performing sins?”
Updated June 17th, 2020Should one Offer food to Krishna in meat eating families? Question from a devotee: “Namaste Prabhu ji I have one serious question about food to God. I generally cook food for pooja only on special festivals like Diwali, Karwa Chauth and Navratri. I want to start to do it daily but i … Continue reading “Should one Offer food to Krishna in meat eating families?”
Updated December 18th, 2025VIOLATIONS BETWEEN GIRLS AND BOYS – HOW TO AVOID IT? Qn. In Detail by a girl (Name hidden): Hare krishna prabhu ji I am a girl who has ruined herself by falling into trap of boys I always speak truth and know no ways of world I have been befooled by the … Continue reading “VIOLATIONS BETWEEN GIRLS AND BOYS – HOW TO AVOID IT?”
Updated February 12th, 2020Sense Disturbances while following Devotion. What to do? Qn. In detail from a boy (Name hidden): Namaste……………, I’m ………………, everyday I’m doing praying lord Krishna, everyday I’m chanting hare Krishna manthra regularly, regularly I’m reading bagavath geetha. My age is 25, not married yet, even after doing all this spiritual practice, I … Continue reading “Sense Disturbances while following Devotion. What to do?”