The Goal as well as the conclusion of all knowledge is the complete cleansing of the mind and the heart of all material misgivings. Theoretical knowledge that does not bring us to the point of becoming pure in heart is just like a heavy burden on our brain. It simply creates all sorts of false ego and a mumbo-jumbo of different ideas, concepts and philosophies, which are nothing but a burden. Therefore, to learn simply for the sake of accumulating knowledge is one of the greatest obstacles to spiritual advancement.

We have shining examples of great spiritual teachers who are conversant with so much knowledge of philosophy and so much realization. But all of that knowledge is simply targeted at cleansing the heart to become the humble servant of the God. Knowledge is like a seed and our heart is like an agricultural field. Unless, the heart is properly ploughed and made receptive to receive the seed, the seed will simply be lost.

Education and knowledge should never be used to simply fulfill our greed. When people use the knowledge they acquire to satisfy their greed, the society ends up being in a big mess. Is this what we want?

Our consciousness by nature is eternal, full of knowledge and full of joy. In a real joyful state based on truth, there can be no greed. Real joy and love wants only to be shared with everyone else. The nature of love is to give; the nature of greed is to take.

Real pleasure is in giving the love of our hearts. That love already exists in our hearts. But our consciousness is impure. We are not aware of who we are. Through the process of purification, our consciousness becomes clear and transparent. Through such transparent consciousness, we experience God at every moment. And when we perceive God at every moment, we realize, not feel or believe or think, but we realize that whether someone calls God, Allah or Jehovah or Krishna or Rama or Buddha- that one God is the supreme object of love and the source of all that exist.

Kichadi Prasad Distribution began at ISKCON Vrindavan in 1975, when the temple was opened. The Founder-Acharya of ISKCON, His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, wanted every visitor of the temple to receive prasadam. He specifically arranged for Kichadi Prasad to be distributed at the front of the temple every day, and it has continued as much as possible since then.

Srila Prabhupada encouraged free Prasad distribution since the beginning of ISKCON in 1966 at New York, USA. He especially emphasized this at our Headquarters in Mayapur, West Bengal. (more…)

      The whole world’s eyes are upon Ayodhya verdict that will there be a Mosque or Temple in Ayodhya, the birth place of Lord Rama. Some derive pleasure, some enjoy personal benefits, and some cries but then some feels the world would be better off without RELIGION. Their sentiments can be understood considering that the modern times have seen large scale violence in the name of religion.
       But is religion dispensable? It is insane to say this, lets think, WHY…?

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September 15^th 2010 is the very auspicious day of the appearance of Srimati Radharani. (Appearance Pastimes). As every year grand preparation for the festival is in progress. New outfits for the Their Lordships/special flower garlands, gorgeous flower decoration of the altar, temple mandap, temple courtyard etc/special ornaments/varieties of bhoga will be offered for the pleasure of Their Lordships/special lectures in English and Hindi/grand feast for the devotees and visitors will be the highlights of this day.  With a view to facilitate, devotees/well wishers , desire to serve Srimati Radharani on this auspicious day, Krishna Balram Mandir is arranging for an Abhishek  ceremony. This abhishek will be performed personally by those devotees/well wishers, between 11AM to 12 Noon after the Main Abhishek. For further details…………