October 2006
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Looking for a Flat in MVT by Vraja devi dasi Posted October 31, 2006 I'm looking for a flat in the MVT. Please contact me at KBVraj@aol.com as soon as possible if you have a 2 bedroom flat there and would like to sell it. In the News: Story On Diwali Feast in Tucson Weekly submitted by Dasarath dasa, by Tucson Weely Posted October 29, 2006 The nights are getting cooler, the days are getting shorter, and people all over America are gearing up for Halloween and Thanksgiving. But in India, they have a different holiday to add some cheer to these darker days: It's called Diwali. "Diwali means 'festival of lights or lamps,'" explains Sandamini, co-owner of the Hare Krishna-run restaurant Govinda's Natural Foods. "(The holiday) is celebrated all over India with great pomp and excitement. ... All the houses are lit up with lights, candles and ghee lamps, along with lots of sweets and fireworks." (Click here for the full article) The Passing of Bhakta Seva by Bala Tattva das (New Vrindavana) Posted October 28, 2006 I'm still in shock over Bhakta Seva's passing. It seems to be a constant initial response to the death of someone close that you can't believe you will never see them again. It seems impossible you won't come around a corner and there they will be, as they have been for so many years. It's as if it takes awhile after the fact for the space they physically and subtly filled to revert to empty: and then that brings its own ache. (Click here for the full article) Jaya Srila Prabhupada by Rasikananda dasa Posted October 27, 2006
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Dearest Prabhupada Memories of Bhakti Svarupa Damodar Swami by Anuttama Das (acbsp 1971, Non-GBC, Husband of Rama Tulasi) Posted October 25, 2006 Maharaja has suddenly left us without any time for us to say good bye. We are all crying and are feeling bereft without him. When saints are with us we must associate with them and we must serve them. Although a number of godbrothers went to Manipur with Maharaja after Gaura Purnima, the rest of the year he was alone. I traveled to many places in the world with Maharaja. Over the last 15 years that I spent with Maharaja there were several special comments that he made to me that I wanted to share: (Click here for the full article) Govardhan Puja At ISKCON Ludhiana by ISKCON Ludhiana Posted October 25, 2006
In the News: Govardhana Hill, Mysore Style by Deccan Herald Posted October 24, 2006
In the Blog World: Welcome to Notes From New Goloka by karunadd.blogspot.com Posted October 23, 2006
Welcome to notes from New Goloka. I'm hoping to get this off the ground and post more October news soon. Today I'm taking the kids to the State Fair. Kundalata will come with us. We've never been before so looking forward to it and kids are really excited. October 8 we went to Festival of India at Prabhupada Village. Although the weather was a bit chilly starting out the kids had fun. There were a few dances- this very young girl Krishnaya she is only 7 performed a Bharat Natyam solo with such precision. She is a beautiful devoted young girl that appears to be from a heavenly planet. (Click here for the full article) Please Give Us Your Association by Tota-gopinath das Posted October 21, 2006
The schedule: (Click here for the full article) Dispossessed From the Sanctuary by Krsna Das and Satchitananda Das, Interfaith League of Devotees Posted October 20, 2006 Srila Prabhupada would sometimes quote a Bengali proverb regarding the story of the mouse and the snake: "The mouse very laboriously digs a hole in the ground wherein he will live, then along comes one snake that proceeds to eat the mouse and live very comfortably in his hole". We members of the Interfaith League of Devotees at 25 1st Ave. (directly behind 26 2nd Ave.) in New York City have worked hard for at least 12 years building our six-storey 'hole' -- familiar to many as the Sanctuary Restaurant. (Click here for the full article) Sri Govardhana Puja in Laguna Beach by Bhaktin Molly Posted October 19, 2006
Please join us for Govardhana Puja in Laguna Beach. The women of the community are constructing miniature temples and kunds out of clay to be placed on our replica of Govardhana Hill. Also, different areas of importance will be mapped out on our replica hill made out of halava. There will also be Bhajans, a Virtual Parikarama of Govardhana Hill, Ecstatic Kirtan, and Maha Prasadam for all! Hare Krishna. Sri Govardhan Puja Festival in NY by ISKCON New York Posted October 17, 2006 You are cordially invited to celebrate the festivals of Deepavali and Govardhan Puja at Sri Sri Radha Govinda Mandir, on Sunday October 22, 2006 6pm - 9pm. Festival Highlights Bhajans and Kirtans, Annakuta Mahotsava, Hari-Katha, Arati, and an amazing Prasadam Feast If you would like to contribute towards the prasad or flowers for this festival, please contact the Temple Office @ (718) 875-6127 For the Annakuta celebration, we cordially invite you and your family members to cook pure vegetarian foodstuffs which you can bring and offer to the deities. For more information on that, please contact Shobamayi Devi Dasi @ 718-897-2267 (Click here for the full article) Jalebi KC Ringtones by MiraBai Devi Dasi Posted October 16, 2006 Incredible but true. JALEBI Music Ringtones! That's right! Now you can get your favorite JALEBI Music songs as ringtones for your mobile cell phone! Do not miss this opportunity to turn your mobile/cell phone into a Krsna conscious ally! From now on every time your phone rings, it will remind you of Sri Krsna and His pure devotees! Fantastic! Get your JALEBI Music Ringtones now at www.betarecords.com/jalebi Ringtones available now: (Click here for the full article) In the News: Lord Jagannatha's Transcendental Smile in Ojai Valley News by William Roberts Posted October 15, 2006
The Beginning of Kartik by The Sri Gaudiya Vedanta Samiti Posted October 13, 2006 Oct. 7, 2006, is the first day of the Kartika Vraja Mandala Parikrama, and it will continue to Nov. 7. As every year, a beautiful pandal was built in Gopinatha Bhavan in Vrndavana, and Srila Narayana Maharaja gave his first discourse there today. He told his international audience that this month is Srimati Radharani's month, and he explained in brief the importance of the month. He said that many of our important acaryas have appeared or disappeared in this month, and that many of Sri Krsna's important pastimes occurred in this month. He said that everyone should give up their comforts such as having air conditioning and an attached bathroom during this month, because they have come here to perform austerities. (Click here for the full article) Looking for Motor Home to Facilitate Srila Prabhupada's Book Distribution by Banabhatta dasa Posted October 12, 2006 I am looking for facility to help my distribution of Srila Prabhupada's books. A motor home would be ideal. If you have a motor home you are not using and would be interested in Donating/renting/selling, please call me. I am a disciple of Srila Prabhupada trying to increase my service and humbly serve the mission of our Guru Maharaja. My email is : wmayshark@yahoo.com and my phone number is: 310-425-6259. I am interested in working out whatever arrangement would be mutually favorable. (Click here for the full article) One More Round: Increasing Our Attachment to the Holy Name by Hector Rosario, PhD Posted October 10, 2006 As followers of Srila Prabhupada we all know his prescription to chant a minimum daily quota of 16 rounds of the Hare Krishna mahamantra. This is the minimum standard that he set for his followers and which all ISKCON devotees accept. This standard is actually based on the traditional Gaudiya Vaisnava minimum standard set by Sri Krishna Caitanya Mahaprabhu. Of course, that standard is 100,000 names of Krishna daily, roughly equivalent to 64 rounds of Hare Krishna japa, according to Bhaktivinoda Thakura and other acaryas. Srila Bhaktisiddhanta, echoing Lord Caitanya, considered those who could not adhere to this minimum standard to be fallen. (Click here for the full article) A Special Musical Gift for Kartik by Bhakta Kevin Posted October 8, 2006 Musicforkrishna.com offers free download of Damodarastakam prayers, recorded by devotee professionals. This offer is valid only for the month of kartick, as a humble service to devotee community. During the month of kartick daily recital of Damodarastakam prayers and offering of lamp to Lord Damodara is enjoined in the scriptures and this service is routinely performed in all ISKCON centres. This particular edition of Damodarastakam follows the traditional raga specifications and it is presented in a very pleasant style. To download the sample version Click Here To download the full version musicforkrishna.com/damodarastakam.mp3 Diwali Invitation by utahkrishnas.com Posted October 6, 2006
Departure of Bhaktisvarupa Damodara Swami by Hari Sauri das Posted October 5, 2006 It is with great regret and lamentation that we announce the sudden departure of Sripad Bhaktisvarupa Damodara Swami at approximately 12:15 AM Kolkata time, October 2nd, 2006, in Kolkata India. Sripad Maharaja, as he was affectionately known by his followers, was sixty-nine years old. Sripad Maharaja was staying in the Bhaktivedanta Institute flat in Kolkata with four assistants, Brajendra Kumar, Brajapati, Brihaspati and Gunam Canda Singh. He had been receiving treatment for the injury he sustained in the grenade attack at Janmastami in ISKCON's Manipur temple. (Click here for the full article) Tribute to Golokvasi Bhakti Swarup Damodar [ Dr T D Singh ] by Dr Prayag Narayan das Misra- Director Communications, ISKCON Phoenix, Arizona, USA. Posted October 4, 2006 New Delhi, October 2, 2006. News broke during the Mangal Arati on Monday morning that His Holiness Bhakti Swarup Damodar Maharaj left his body in early morning hours in a hospital in Kolkata. His body was flown to New Delhi same day, enroute Vrindavan where "Samadhi" was planned in Radha Kunda.[ more news to be followed] Tributes were paid to him in a condolence meeting at Sri Sri Radha Parthasarathi Dham, ISKCON New Delhi (Click here for the full article) Bhakti Svarup Damodar Swami Leaves His Body by Chakra.org Posted October 2, 2006 Chakra has just learned that H.H. Bhakti Svarup Damodar Swami left his body shortly after midnight on Oct 2 Indian time after experiencing a massive heart attack. More information will follow as soon as we receive it. |
In the News: Turkmenistan: Hare Krishna Prisoner of Conscience Freed With Restrictions submitted by Richard Wyndham, by Felix Corley, Forum 18 News Service Posted October 31, 2006 Hare Krishna devotee Cheper Annaniyazova - who has served one year of a seven year jail term - has been allowed to return to her home as part of the annual prisoner amnesty, Forum 18 News Service has learnt. She was jailed on three charges, two of which related to leaving Turkmenistan illegally. The third charge has never been made public, and sources within Turkmenistan think she was jailed for her religious beliefs. Others who did the same thing as her have not been punished, she has stated. Cheper Annaniyazova, who has the religious name Caitanya Rupini, has to report daily to the police, and it appears unlikely that she will be allowed to travel abroad for at least four years. (Click here for the full article) Property for Sale in Arkansas by Jagat Karta das Posted October 29, 2006 I am writing to let the devotee community know about 7 acres that are for sale next door to our homestead here in the Arkansas Ozarks. The acreage is mostly wooded, but has plenty of cleared land for a garden and orchard. There are two buildings; one is a house that requires finishing inside and the other is a storage building/workshop. There is a well, but no septic system. This property has just recently been listed for sale through a local realtor and the list price is $59,900. The land adjoins the south shore of Bull Shoals Lake which is very clean and quiet. For more information I can be reached at 870-436-3795 or by email at jagatkarta@yahoo.com. Tulasi Devi - Answer to Bhaktin Angela by Sangita devi dasi Posted October 28, 2006 I want to say to bhaktin Angela that S. Prabhupada said: don't give too much water to Tulasi, and not cut her with sissor because it's an offence. Take manjari with two fingers. One time when many plants of Tulasi were growing too much and devotees could not enter in the temple without touching Tulasi, Prabhupada said: Don't cut Tulasi, it's an offence, but you can tie her. Curriculum Project Team in London Looking for Experienced Educational Professionals by Urmila devi dasi Posted October 27, 2006 The I-Foundation, in cooperation with Bhaktivedanta Manor in London, is seeking qualified writers, researchers, and artists to create and compile Vedic-based educational materials for children ages 3-7 that will meet the requirements of the UK National Curriculum. The service will start in December 2006 and continue until April 2008. This is your chance to work with a team of inspired educational professionals to serve the vision of a first-rate educational system for the next generation in accordance with the philosophy upon which ISKCON is based. (Click here for the full article) Child Protection - Moving Forward by Lilasukha dasi Posted October 25, 2006 The North American Child Protection Conference, November 10-12, being held in Hillsborough, N.C. is open to any and all persons who have an interest in creating safer devotee communities. It is a gathering to network, increase communication and understanding, learn, share, get and give support, develop accountability ... In essence it is to strengthen devotee communities in North America. There will be professionals speaking on varieties of topics from how to handle a disclosure, screen volunteers, setting up child protection teams, education - why it is important for both adults and children and the list goes on. (Click here for the full article) Caitanya Rupini Released by Hari-kirtana dasa Posted October 24, 2006 It gives me great pleasure to inform the community of devotees that Her Grace Caitanya Rupini devi dasi (Cheper Annaniyazova) has been released from prison in Turkmenistan after serving just under a year of her seven year sentence for illegally crossing the border and other unspecified charges. Her release comes as part of an annual amnesty that is offered by the President of Turkmenistan in conjunction with the observance of Ramadan. (Click here for the full article) Lord Ram Returns! Happy Diwali by Rasikananda dasa Posted October 23, 2006
Kindly accept these small gifts to light the lamp of your heart with the flame of devotion, which burns away all impure elements and dispells all darkness, allowing us to see the beauty of the Supreme Lord, Sri Ramachandra. Click the link below to hear a wonderful narration about the Integrity of Lord Ramachandra, given by His Holiness Radhanath Swami on this beautiful occassion of Diwali. New Song for Govardhana Puja by Michael Cassidy Posted October 21, 2006
In the News: 20,000 to Celebrate Diwali in a Blaze of Lights by Radha-Mohan dasa Posted October 20, 2006
Bhaktivedanta Manor Hare Krishna Temple attracts the largest Indian congregation in the country during important festivals like Janmashtami and Diwali. (Click here for the full article) Passing of Gaudiya Vaisnava Elder by Hemant Agrawal Posted October 19, 2006
Please Don't Put Tulasi Outside by Bhaktin Angela Posted October 17, 2006 Taking care of Tulsi Plant is a very responsible duty. Tulsi is a person, a pure devotee of the Lord. She should not be put outside spring, summer, fall or winter. Not anytime. When raising Tulsi from a baby plant, find a nice warm very sunny area to place her. She must be in the sun everyday, all day until the sun sets. You must water her everyday because she needs water daily. Tulsi will start growing very fast and will spread. As she spreads she will grow manjaries. When the manjaries are dryed out and turning brown, clip them off with a pair of sissors between the two small leaves at the bottom of the manjary. (Click here for the full article) ISKCON UTSAV at Visakhapatnam by Panchratna (das) GKG (Brahmapur, Orissa - IN) Posted October 16, 2006 I have just come back from attending the ISKCON UTSAV Program at Visakhapatnam and want to share with you all the grand sucess of the Program. It was Colourful Cultural Program at our ISKCON Land in Visakhapatnam which is beautifully situated on the banks of the Ocean. The three day utsav festival attracted huge crowd from all over the city and neighbouring Districts,On all three days the crowd was enthralled by Professional singers singing beautifully Vaishnav Bhajans along with Hare Krishna Kirtan and thousands participated and chanted along with them apart from our devotees singing in the same way. (Click here for the full article) Transformative Communication And Self Empowerment Seminar by Marie Glasheen Posted October 15, 2006 David B. Wolf, author of articles such as Authentic Living: Essence of Vedic Teachings (May/June, 2006) and Living our Vision through Clear Intention and Consciousness (Sept./October, 2006), will conduct a Satvatove Institute (www.satvatove.org) Foundational Seminar from November 10-12 at the Days Inn at 1901 SW 13th Street in Gainesville, Florida. David developed the Vedic Personality Inventory and is a leading researcher and scholar on mantra meditation and other Vedic sciences. He founded the Satvatove Institute and conducts spiritually-based personal development, communication and leadership seminars worldwide. (Click here for the full article) Live in Maine? Don't Spend the Holiday Alone! by Maharani dasi Posted October 13, 2006
Mrdanga Needed by Bhaktin Carol Posted October 12, 2006 We're beginning to get calls for chanting programs here in our mountain community, and are eager to serve. Does anyone have a used, or unused, mrdanga they could part with or know someone else who might? If so, please contact us at holynamesmission@tds.net. Thanks for any advice or help. Sri Sri Damodarastakam At Ludhiana by Rajsuya Dasa, ISKCON Ludhiana Posted October 10, 2006
In the Blog World: Boat Festival - a Huge Preaching Success by Tattva Vit Das, Sri Krishna Mandir News Posted October 8, 2006
Many tens of newcomers turned up for the festival. The swan boat arrived at the venue at about 6pm. (Click here for the full article) Sublet Available in Berkeley, Ca by Lila Smarana dasi Posted October 6, 2006 I have an apartment which will be available for rental from December to next May in the San Francisco Bay Area (Berkeley). Naturally the apartment is outfitted for devotional needs from an altar to all stainless-steel kitchen utensils, bed, sofa/futon, High-Speed DSL and Wireless internet, wooden (cleanable!) floors situated near a Rose garden with plenty of sunlight and serenity. The rent for devotees is $975/month plus gas and phone (if you want it). The utilities (water, garbage and electricity) are all paid for and there is ample street parking on our cul-de-sac (no traffic except the local residents). If you're interested or know someone who is, please email me at ls@cis.pamho.net. World Animal Protection Day by Krishna Candra das Posted October 5, 2006 We are organizing a very big event on October 4, for world animal protection day. The Swiss devotees rented the biggest place in the middle of the City of Zürich and will be presenting to the public all the animals that an average Swiss citizen eats in his or her life. All the newspapers and television will bring it as news. You are all invited to participate or to arrange a similar event in your place.
11.00am - 19.00pm Zürich, Bürkliplatz Two Types of Brahman Realization by Niscala dasi Posted October 4, 2006 We know that realization of God in His Bhagavan feature is the highest realization, as it includes realization of His other features, Paramatma and Brahman. And we are given the logical proof- that as God is everything, He must be form and personality as well; but that since God is all-spiritual, His personality and form must necessarily be spiritual. And in the science of objects in this world, such as the study of electricity, it is the beginning student who knows it as an impersonal energy, but a master who knows the workings of the electrician behind it and how he directs it in certain ways according to his design. (Click here for the full article) The Disappearance of Srimati Gauridasi, Yamunangi Dasi And Sri Hari Dasa by Hari-sauri dasa Posted October 2, 2006 With great regret the Mayapur management wishes to inform the community of devotees about the disappearance of Srimati Gauri dasi, the granddaughter of Srila Prabhupada, her three years old daughter Yamunangi, and her brother-in-law, Sriman Sri Hari dasa. Gauri dasi leaves behind her husband, Sriman Sujitendriya dasa, a Mayapur gurukula graduate who has lived in the ISKCON Mayapur community his whole life, and her youngest daughter, Bhagirathi aged ten months. These three devotees were tragically drowned in a boating accident in Sri Mayapur dhama at sometime in the early afternoon on Wednesday 27 September, 2006. (Click here for the full article) Care for Cows Newsletter by Kurma Rupa dasa Posted October 2, 2006 Our October Care for Cows Newsletter has been posted. Please review it at your earliest convenience (Click Here). This month we present:
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Prabhupada Books for Sale by Jagdish Bansal Posted October 31, 2006 I have many books for sale, inclding Srimad Bhagavatam sets, Chaitanya Charitamrta, Nectar of Devotion and many more that I don't need. They are unused and in good condition. Please call Jagdish at +1-504-366-2135. New Secretjeevas.com Website by V. P. Josh Dorta Posted October 29, 2006 SecretJeevas Productions is pleased to announce the release of the website www.secretjeevas.com. From the producers of the album Vishnujana Swami Vintage Recordings, this website hosts all their productions: music, art, publishing, multimedia and more. In the music department, you will find unique bhajans,kirtans, acoustic melodies and eclectic songs. Beautiful oil paintings are found in the art department, along with artworks in other mediums. There are many pictures devotees will enjoy, including a special digital image of Srila Prabhupada playing the harmonium. The website also has downloadable audio/video and Flash presentations, including a video of Bhakti Tirtha Swami giving a special interfaith presentation on global peace. (Click here for the full article) Temple Room Layout by Bhakta Tom Posted October 28, 2006 [Editorial note: Please send your replies to chakra, so that all readers can benefit] A few weeks ago I wrote requesting help picking colors for a temple room I am attempting to build. Many thanks to those who wrote to me with helpful suggestions. Now I have another question: On which wall should my altar be placed? East, West, North, or South? I have small beautiful Lord Jagganath Deities and pictures of Srila Prabhupada and Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu Oh Krishna, purify my mind by giving knowledge of how to perform worship of you through your pure devotee. Jiva Gosvami's Bhakti Sandarbha by Satya Narayana Dasa Posted October 27, 2006 Jiva Gosvami is the author of the Six Sandarbhas, the primary theological texts of the Gaudiya Vaishnava lineage. The study of these texts, which establish the philosophical basis of the tradition and outline in meticulous detail all aspects of the path of bhakti, has always been considered indispensable for scholars of the Gaudiya tradition. The Bhakti Sandarbha, parts I, II and III of which are now available in print, is the fifth and most voluminous of the six Sandarbhas. (Click here for the full article) In the News: A Peace Bridge Across NH 150 submitted by Richard Wyndham, by Akoijam Sunita, Kangla Online Posted October 25, 2006 IMPHAL, Oct 19: Even though the SPF government has been missing datelines on the BT Road flyover time and again, the devotees and disciples of the late Swami Damodar of ISKCON are planning to build a Peace Bridge across NH 150, connecting the two complexes of ISKCON, by November 2007. "This was one of the last wishes of his holiness Bhakti Svarupa Damodara Swami Sripada. He personally told me about this on 1st October. (Click here for the full article) In the News: Palm Beach Post On Hare Krishnas, All Grown Up submitted by Richard Wyndham, authored by Rachel Sauer, Palm Beach Post Staff Writer Posted October 24, 2006
No more room for the exploits of robed chanters in airports. No more room for comparisons to Moonies. No more room for a '60s sensibility that Eastern religions are so much cooler than other religions. (Click here for the full article) Diwali Festival by Giriraja Swami Posted October 23, 2006
based on a Lecture by Giriraj Swami We wish you all a happy Diwali. Diwali marks the end of the year, and by the year's end we want to pay our debts, rectify our relationships, and prepare for the next year--and try to do better in the next year. The Vedic literatures inform us that in the present age, Kali-yuga, the recommended process for self-realization, or God realization, is the chanting of the holy names of the Lord. Of course, we know that Lord Krsna appeared about five thousand years ago and spoke the Bhagavad-gita. At the end of the Bhagavad-gita Lord Krsna instructed: (Click here for the full article) Our Prayers for the Peace of the Immortal Soul Dr T. D. Singh by Prof P.B.Sharma, Principal, Delhi College of Engineering Founder Vice Chancellor, Rajiv Gandhi Technical University, Bhopal Posted October 20, 2006 It was a matter of high privilege and honor to our students and faculty of Delhi College of Engineering to be blessed by His Holiness Bhakti Swarup Sri Damodar Acharya ji Maharaj( Dr T.D.Singh Ji ) whose immense wisdom and divine blessings has been always showered upon us at DCE on a number of occasions during the visit of His Holiness to our Institution. Swami Ji embodied a perfect synthesis of Science and Spirituality- so vital to create a humane, just and peace loving society in which the people work with and work for the divine, manifest the divinity within during their work life and return to Godhead after living a life full of divine bliss in service of the Lord. (Click here for the full article) Vrndavan Hospice Patient Needs Your Help ASAP by Yadunandana Pada Dasa and Sita-Rama d.d. Posted October 19, 2006 A dear Vaishnava family here in Vrndavan Dhama is currently in need of assistance from the greater Vaishnava community. Lalita Devi is known as a sweet devotee who has the wonderful service of making flower garlands, raising two children, and caring for her husband and household. Some may know her as the wife of Premanidhi Dasa, who takes on the service of being in charge of visa matters for those who take shelter of the Dhama. These wonderful devotees share important services while living quite austerely. Consequently, they do not have much Laxmi, especially when it comes to unexpected expenses... (Click here for the full article) Interviewing Abuse Survivors by Bhakta Re'em Posted October 17, 2006 My name is Re'em Stern, and I am a student of Theology in Radhadesh, Belgium. For a course on contemporary social issues in ISKCON I would be interested to interview survivors of physical child abuse on how they cope with their past within ISKCON. Statistics show that child abuse rates increase yearly worldwide, and so it is possible that various ISKCON members are suffering the pain of abuse that occurred outside the movement. Regardless of where the abuse occurred, either within or outside the movement, I would appreciate your cooperation in sharing how you deal with it in your daily lives and in the attempt to always remember Krishna. You can write to: bh.reem@gmail.com. I will not share any information you provide without your agreement. Video Archive Website for H H Bhaktisvarupa Damodar Swami by Prananatha das (BSDS) New Zealand Posted October 16, 2006 With the sad and unexpected departure of HH Bhaktisvarupa Damodara Maharaja I wish to make a humble plea to devotees, well wishers or anyone who has video footage or audio recordings of him, so that an archive, similar to that of HDG Srila Prabhupada, may be set up. For information on how to submit your footage please go to: In the News: British Chancellor Praises Hindu Contribution at HFB Diwali Event at House of Commons by Sanjay Mistry, Hindu Forum of Britain Posted October 15, 2006
12 October 2006 - The Chancellor of the Exchequer, Gordon Brown MP lit a lamp to commence the annual Diwali reception organised by the Hindu Forum of Britain, the largest umbrella body for British Hindus, and hosted by Parliamentarians from different Parties at the House of Commons on 11 October. In his opening remarks he praised the significant contribution made by the Hindu community to Britain through business and professions. (Click here for the full article) 'Entering Rasa Lila' - The Glorious Departure of Srila Sripada Bhaktisvarupa Damodara Swami by Sripada Maharaja’s servants attending Him in Calcutta Posted October 13, 2006 Vijaya Dasami, 2006 Srila Sripada Bhaktisvarupa Damodara Maharaja, beloved spiritual son of Srila A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, disappeared from this mortal world during the Ratrilila period of Lord Sri Krishna’s Astakaliya lila on Vijaya Dasami, which according to this year’s Panchangam, is the most auspicious day of this calendar year, 2006. Sripada Maharaja’s disappearance took place in Calcutta, the holy appearance place (Janmasthan) of his divine master Srila Prabhupada. Calcutta is also the holy site from which His Divine Grace Bhaktisiddhanta Saraswati Thakur chose to disappear. Due to Sripada Maharaja’s deep and intense love for his divine master Srila Prabhupada, he not only chose Calcutta as his place of work but also as his place of disappearance. (Click here for the full article) Original ISKCON Oil Paintings for Sale by Subhadra devi dasi (S. Flanders) Posted October 12, 2006
"these paintings are windows to the Spiritual Sky." My name is Subhadra devi dasi and I was initiated by His Divine Grace AC Bhaktivedanta Swami in 1973 and I worked with the artists in LA and with FATE studios when they were created. My son, Madan Mohan Radhe was in the gurukula in LA and three rivers and I attended art classes at college of the sequoias in vaisalia for three years. I also have a BA in art from michigan state and I have teachers certification. Due to failing eyes and financial misfortunes, I am now selling these paintings by auction. (Click here for the full article) In the Blog World: Season of Mists And Mellow Pilgrimage by The Royal Scribe, rmadhava.blogspot.com Posted October 10, 2006
For Vaishnavas, the charms of autumn are enhanced by the season of Karttika, the lunar month which falls across October and November. (Click here for the full article) In the News: Damodar Swami Placed in Samadhi at Radhakunda by The Imphal Free Press, KanglaOnline.com Posted October 8, 2006 Vrindavan, Oct 4: Bhaktivedanta Institute`s International director, Damodara Swami Sripad Maharaj also known as Dr. Thoudam Damodar Singh was placed in samadhi at ISKCON`s Gopal Deva Mandir Complex in Radhakunda with love and great reverence at about 1 pm . Damodara Swami left this material world at about 12:15 am on 2nd Oct. at Bhaktivedanta Institute, Kolkata , said Prasad Das who is leading one of the Garuda Buses spreading Science and spirituality to Colleges and Universities Nationwide. (Click here for the full article) Meditations On Bhakti Svarüpa Dämodara Swami by Krishnabhishek dasa Posted October 6, 2006 Although I have met you several times up until March 2006, I have never written any letter to you. I hope and pray that you will accept this posthumous offering at your lotus feet. An e-mail from my dear godbrother in Calcutta, Shyamaramana das, brought the untimely and unexpected news of your passing away. For a long moment I cast away all the work that I was doing and meditated on the lesson that you were teaching me: we have to be Krishna conscious every moment. It might be my turn next. Who knows? You are an acharya in your glorious passing as much as you were while you walked this planet. (Click here for the full article) PT Entry-Level Secretary Wanted in Kula, Hawaii by Vrindavan dasa, owner (Victor Epand) Posted October 5, 2006 A devotee-owned web marketing company named Krishna Design in Kula, Maui, Hawaii is looking for a PT Entry-Level Secretary. Position involves basic web marketing and secretarial services. This is an entry-level position, students OK, and training will be provided. It is a good opportunity to gain experience in web marketing. High Pay $10-$15/hr with Flexible Hours. Fax Resume to Vrindavan dasa, 808-442-1194, or email V@KrishnaDesign.com with any questions. Vaiashnavi Retreat Schedule by Malati devi dasi Posted October 4, 2006 Welcome to Vaishnavi Retreat 2006 The retreat schedule is now posted on Vaishnaviretreat.com. The Fourth Annual Vaishnavi Retreat in New Vrindaban takes place on Oct. 6t, 7th, and 8 th 2006 (Columbus Day Weekend) this year. It is a spiritually exciting event set in the Appalachian foothills during the delightful early fall season....the climate is lovely and the scenery is spectacular. The association is fantastic and the seminars and workshops inspire ladies of all ages. Times of India Features Goura Prema Dasi by Mahadevi dasi (Vrndavana, India) Posted October 2, 2006
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