Srila Prabhupada He built a house the whole world can live in!
Mahavishnu Goswami Arrange your things and be happy...
Author: Partha dasa Recently, in Saranagati, an interesting class was given by Vishaka dasi on verse 18.76 of Bhagavad Gita. “O King, as I repeatedly recall this wondrous and holy dialogue between Krishna and Arjuna, I take pleasure, being thrilled at every moment.” From the purport, she read, “The understanding of Bhagavad-Gita is so transcendental [...]
Author: Archana-siddhi”perfection”; refers specifically to the eight mystic powers, such as the ability to become very light. Devi”goddess”; used to refer to any female deity, but most specifically Shakti, wife of Shiva. Dasi A therapist draws on Lord Krishna’s teachings to help a child control his rage. THE HOSPITAL ROOM SMELLS strongly of antiseptic as [...]
Author: Partha Dasa, ACBSP For some reason unknown, I have always been fascinated by Artic and Antarctic adventurers. I live in Canada, at Saranagati where winter weather reaches -25C (-10F) and occasionally -40C (-40F). At such times I feel driven to put on my woolies, step into cross country skis, challenge the adverse weather and [...]
Author: H.H. Giriraja Swami”controller” – a title used for sannyasis, who must control their senses. Goswami is an alternative. The Purpose of Grhastha Asrama By Giriraj Swami Most devotees are married (grhastha), and further, the grhastha asrama is the basis of all other asramas—and of the lives of our children. So we want the grhastha [...]
Author: Archana-siddhi”perfection”; refers specifically to the eight mystic powers, such as the ability to become very light. Devi”goddess”; used to refer to any female deity, but most specifically Shakti, wife of Shiva. Dasi “As I look at the lifeless body in the casket, I think of her good fortune for having unknowingly served Lord Krishna [...]
Author: Matsyavatara Prabhu I believe that family life, the grihastha asrama, is a theme of universal interest. Some will get married and some will not, some will have children and some will not. But even those who don’t get married and those who have already surpassed this phase of life will greatly benefit by knowing [...]
Author: Arcana-siddhi”perfection”; refers specifically to the eight mystic powers, such as the ability to become very light. Devi”goddess”; used to refer to any female deity, but most specifically Shakti, wife of Shiva. Dasi My husband and I take a seat on the shiny varnished bleachers in the large arena used for basketball games. The well-dressed [...]
Author: Karnamrita Dasa “Later I’ll be able to understand that Sam is Krishna’s instrument to test my spiritual ideals, but now Sam is really upsetting me.” As I drive the forklift to pick up more freight to load onto the truck, my coworker Sam watches me with a disdain obvious from his body language—scowling, arms [...]
Good communication starts with open and respectful listening. This doesn’t mean we have to agree with what we hear, but that we listen with a mood to understand and validate. We listen with both intellect (for the content) and with heart (for the feelings). This receptive attitude builds a loving and trusting relationship. Respect should [...]
Designed to be implemented over a 3 or 4 day period, this training includes in-depth exploration, interactive exercises, role plays, journaling and education in the following areas: 12 Principles and Values in alignment with Srila Prabhupada and the sastras Roles of Husband and Wife Gender roles and cultural Norms Understanding Differences and Expectations Role Definition [...]
