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22 December 2025

  • 13:2313:23, 22 December 2025 diff hist 0‎ m Transformation - Becoming Spiritually Advanced ‎ Navakishora Mukunda moved page Transformation of Becoming Spiritually Advanced to Transformation - Becoming Spiritually Advanced
  • 13:1413:14, 22 December 2025 diff hist +7,052‎ N Two Features of Bhāgavata - Book and Person ‎ Created page with "The Absolute Truth is manifest in this world to reclaim the fallen souls, principally through the agency of the ''Bhāgavata''. Śrīla Prabhupāda clarifies that ''Bhāgavata'' is not merely a book sitting on a shelf; it is a dynamic spiritual force that exists in two inseparable features: the book ''Bhāgavata'' (''Śrīmad-Bhāgavatam'') and the person ''Bhāgavata'' (the pure devotee). This article explores the relationship between these two, the method of ''Bhāgava..."
  • 13:0513:05, 22 December 2025 diff hist +6,461‎ N Ending Animalistic Life to Begin Spiritual Life ‎ Created page with "Human life is distinct from animal life because of the capacity for spiritual inquiry. However, if a human being remains absorbed solely in the demands of the body—eating, sleeping, mating, and defending—they are living an "animalistic life." Śrīla Prabhupāda teaches that the beginning of spiritual life requires a conscious decision to stop these animalistic pursuits and strive for the eternal reality of the soul. <div class="toc-right">__TOC__</div> === Beyond..."
  • 12:5512:55, 22 December 2025 diff hist +6,704‎ N How Spiritual Life Begins ‎ Created page with "The journey toward self-realization is often thought to be a complex intellectual pursuit or a mystical endeavor involving severe austerities. However, Śrīla Prabhupāda explains that the beginning of spiritual life is accessible to everyone. It starts with simple, practical changes in one's habits and consciousness. This article outlines the authorized starting points of spiritual life, focusing on the control of the tongue, the importance of faith, and the necessity..."
  • 12:4412:44, 22 December 2025 diff hist +7,576‎ N Transformation - Becoming Spiritually Advanced ‎ Created page with "The journey of Kṛṣṇa consciousness is a process of becoming. It is the transformation of the conditioned soul, accustomed to material enjoyment, into a liberated soul who relishes spiritual service. Śrīla Prabhupāda clarifies that becoming spiritually advanced is not about acquiring mystic powers or superficial titles, but about a profound internal shift where material desires recede and love for Kṛṣṇa takes precedence. <div class="toc-right">__TOC__</div..."
  • 12:3612:36, 22 December 2025 diff hist +6,496‎ N Process of Becoming Spiritualized ‎ Created page with "We often think of the material and spiritual worlds as two separate, unbridgeable realms. However, Śrīla Prabhupāda explains that the material world can be transformed into the spiritual world through the medium of Kṛṣṇa consciousness. This article explores the practical science of spiritualization, detailing how our activities, our senses, and even our surroundings can be changed from matter to spirit. <div class="toc-right">__TOC__</div> === Iron Rod Analogy..."
  • 12:3012:30, 22 December 2025 diff hist +7,746‎ N Heavy Responsibility of Becoming a Spiritual Master ‎ Created page with "Becoming a spiritual master is the most responsible position in human society. It involves accepting the ''karma'' of the disciple and guiding them back to the spiritual world. Śrīla Prabhupāda clarifies that while the instruction to preach is universal, the acceptance of disciples is not a cheap affair. This article details the grave responsibilities and strict qualifications necessary to become a bona fide spiritual master, warning against the dangers of unauthorize..."
  • 10:1910:19, 22 December 2025 diff hist −6‎ Transformative Power of Being Fully Engaged in Kṛṣṇa Consciousness ‎No edit summary
  • 10:1910:19, 22 December 2025 diff hist +6,970‎ N Transformative Power of Being Fully Engaged in Kṛṣṇa Consciousness ‎ Created page with "To be fully engaged in Kṛṣṇa consciousness is to reclaim the original, healthy constitutional position of the soul. Śrīla Prabhupāda teaches that this complete absorption in the service of the Lord is the most effective means to dispel ignorance and transcend the influence of material nature. By dedicating one's mind, senses, and activities entirely to the Supreme, a devotee attains immediate relief from material contamination and enters the realm of divine free..."
  • 08:5308:53, 22 December 2025 diff hist +6,357‎ N Everyone Should Become a Spiritual Master ‎ Created page with "The Vedic tradition often reserved the role of the ''guru'' for those born in high-caste ''brāhmaṇa'' families. However, Śrīla Prabhupāda, following the instruction of Sri Caitanya Mahāprabhu, shattered these social barriers. He taught that the position of a spiritual master is not a birthright but a qualification open to anyone who understands the science of Kṛṣṇa. This article explores the mandate that everyone should become a spiritual master by simply re..."
  • 08:4708:47, 22 December 2025 diff hist +8,359‎ N Process of Attaining a Spiritual Body ‎ Created page with "The ultimate success of human life is to end the cycle of birth and death. Śrīla Prabhupāda teaches that this is achieved by attaining a spiritual body. Unlike the material body, which is temporary and miserable, the spiritual body is eternal and blissful. This article explains the necessity of this transformation and the specific process—centered on chanting and devotional service—required to achieve it. <div class="toc-right">__TOC__</div> === Necessity of a S..."
  • 08:3908:39, 22 December 2025 diff hist +7,591‎ N Eternal Nature of the Antimaterial World ‎ Created page with "The concept of an "anti-material world" is not merely a subject of modern physics but the central theme of Vedic cosmology. Śrīla Prabhupāda explains that beyond the temporary, destructive material universe lies an eternal realm composed of superior energy. This article examines the nature of this anti-material world, its indestructibility, and the scientific and spiritual processes discussed in relation to it. <div class="toc-right">__TOC__</div> === Beyond Materia..."
  • 08:3508:35, 22 December 2025 diff hist +8,027‎ N Indestructible Nature of the Antimaterial Particle ‎ Created page with "Modern science has theorized the existence of antimatter, yet its full properties remain elusive to material observation. Śrīla Prabhupāda sheds light on this subject by presenting the Vedic perspective, which identifies the "antimaterial particle" not as a volatile physical substance, but as the eternal spirit soul. This article explores the nature of this superior energy, its indestructibility, and the eternal world it inhabits. <div class="toc-right">__TOC__</div>..."
  • 08:3008:30, 22 December 2025 diff hist +5,791‎ N How Material Activities Become Also Spiritual ‎ Created page with "The distinction between "material" and "spiritual" is often based on the connection to Kṛṣṇa. Śrīla Prabhupāda explains that nothing is inherently material if it is used for the Supreme Lord. This article explores the transformative science of Kṛṣṇa consciousness, where ordinary activities—like management, maintenance, and duty—become "also spiritual" through the medium of devotional service. <div class="toc-right">__TOC__</div> === Principle of Spir..."
  • 08:2608:26, 22 December 2025 diff hist 0‎ m All Spiritual Nature of the Supreme Lord ‎ Navakishora Mukunda moved page All Spiritual Nature of the Supreme Lord to The All Spiritual Nature of the Supreme Lord
  • 08:2308:23, 22 December 2025 diff hist +6,985‎ N All Spiritual Nature of the Supreme Lord ‎ Created page with "The concept of "spiritual" is often misunderstood as the negation of form and variety. However, Śrīla Prabhupāda clarifies that the Supreme Personality of Godhead and His abode are not void but are full of "all spiritual" variety. This article explores the nature of the Absolute Truth, explaining that Kṛṣṇa is the reservoir of all spiritual tastes (''rasas'') and that contact with Him transforms even material elements into spiritual energy. <div class="toc-righ..."
  • 08:1808:18, 22 December 2025 diff hist +7,656‎ N Process of Advancing in Spiritual Life ‎ Created page with "Spiritual life is a dynamic journey that moves the living entity from the darkness of material ignorance to the light of transcendental knowledge. Śrīla Prabhupāda explains that this journey is not theoretical; it requires practical application of specific principles. This article outlines the essential components for advancing in spiritual life, detailing the necessity of a bona fide spiritual master, the importance of sense control, and the power of the Holy Name to..."
  • 08:1208:12, 22 December 2025 diff hist +7,324‎ N Symptoms - A Person Advanced in Spiritual Life ‎ Created page with "How does one recognize a person who is truly advanced in spiritual life? It is not by their dress or their ability to perform magic, but by their character, vision, and steadiness. This article compiles Śrīla Prabhupāda's descriptions of the advanced devotee, illustrating that true spiritual growth results in a profound shift in how one interacts with the world—seeing everything in relation to Kṛṣṇa and remaining undisturbed by the inevitable changes of materi..."
  • 08:0408:04, 22 December 2025 diff hist +7,392‎ N Prabhupāda's Ambition to Revolutionize a Godless Civilization ‎ Created page with "Śrīla Prabhupāda's life was a testament to the power of pure, spiritual ambition. Unlike material ambition, which is rooted in selfishness, his burning desire was to execute the will of the Supreme Lord and his spiritual master for the benefit of all humanity. This article outlines the scope of Śrīla Prabhupāda's vision, from his determination to print books and open centers to his ultimate goal of creating a spiritual revolution that would bring true happiness to..."
  • 07:5807:58, 22 December 2025 diff hist +8,715‎ N Distinction Between Pure Love and Desiring Sense Gratification ‎ Created page with "The distinction between material bondage and spiritual liberation rests entirely on the quality of one's desires. This article explores Śrīla Prabhupāda's teachings on how the living entity's propensity to desire can be transformed from a cause of suffering into the path of perfection. By understanding the subtle difference between gratifying one's own senses and serving the Supreme, one can attain the platform of pure love. <div class="toc-right">__TOC__</div> ===..."
  • 07:5207:52, 22 December 2025 diff hist +6,049‎ N Real Desire vs. Artificial Desire ‎ Created page with "A fundamental question for every spiritual seeker is: "What do I actually want?" We are filled with countless longings, but which of them are authentic to our true self, and which are merely products of material conditioning? Śrīla Prabhupāda teaches that "real desire" is the soul's innate calling for connection with the Absolute Truth, while "artificial desire" is the distraction of the temporary body. This article explores the difference between these two categories..."
  • 07:4507:45, 22 December 2025 diff hist +7,244‎ N Entanglement Caused by the Desire for Material Enjoyment ‎ Created page with "The material world is a prison house designed for those who wish to imitate the Supreme Lord. The specific crime that keeps the living entity bound within its walls is the desire for material enjoyment. Śrīla Prabhupāda teaches that this desire is not merely a psychological preference but the very engine of material existence. This article explores how the craving for sense gratification forces the soul to wander through the universe and how this entanglement can be s..."
  • 07:2307:23, 22 December 2025 diff hist +7,115‎ N Art of Desiring Kṛṣṇa Consciousness ‎ Created page with "Desire is the fuel of existence. For the materialist, desire burns as the unquenchable fire of lust, leading to frustration and rebirth. For the voidist, desire is a source of suffering to be extinguished. But for the Vaiṣṇava, desire is a divine energy to be utilized. Śrīla Prabhupāda defines Kṛṣṇa consciousness as "an art of changing our hearts." This art involves not the destruction of our dynamic nature, but the skilled transformation of our desires from..."
  • 07:1707:17, 22 December 2025 diff hist +7,311‎ N Kṛṣṇa Fulfills the Desires of Everyone ‎ Created page with "The world is a vast stage where countless living entities strive to fulfill their diverse aspirations. However, behind every successful endeavor lies the sanction of the Supreme Personality of Godhead. Śrīla Prabhupāda teaches that Kṛṣṇa is the ultimate supplier of all necessities and the fulfiller of all ambitions. This article examines the mechanism of how desires are fulfilled, distinguishing between the temporary benedictions awarded to the materialists and..."
  • 07:1007:10, 22 December 2025 diff hist +6,072‎ N We Should Not Desire the Fruits of Action ‎ Created page with "In the material world, every action is motivated by the expectation of a reward. A worker expects a salary, a businessman expects a profit, and a religious man expects piety. However, Śrīla Prabhupāda teaches that this desire to enjoy the fruits of action is the very cause of bondage. The art of Kṛṣṇa consciousness lies in acting dynamically without attachment to the result. This article explores the philosophy of ''niṣkāma-karma-yoga'', where the devotee per..."
  • 07:0407:04, 22 December 2025 diff hist +6,923‎ N What a Devotee Should Not Desire ‎ Created page with "To practice ''yukta-vairāgya'', or practical renunciation, a devotee must clearly understand what is favorable for devotional service and what is unfavorable. While the positive injunction is to desire the service of Kṛṣṇa, the negative injunction—what a devotee should not desire—is equally vital for maintaining purity. This article explores the specific ambitions, from gross sense gratification to subtle spiritual selfishness, that must be weeded out from the..."
  • 06:5706:57, 22 December 2025 diff hist +7,986‎ N Our Desires in the Service of Śrīla Prabhupāda's Mission ‎ Created page with "The International Society for Krishna Consciousness was built upon the transformed desires of its members. Under the expert guidance of Śrīla Prabhupāda, disciples learned that the perfection of life is not to kill their enthusiasm or ambition but to redirect it for the satisfaction of the Supreme Lord. This article explores the practical instructions given by Śrīla Prabhupāda regarding the management of personal and collective desires within the execution of the m..."
  • 06:5206:52, 22 December 2025 diff hist +7,936‎ N Cultivating the Desire for Devotional Service to God ‎ Created page with "The soul is by nature active and full of desire. While impersonalists seek to annihilate desire to escape suffering, the Vaiṣṇava philosophy teaches that desire is the symptom of life and cannot be killed. Instead, it must be purified. Cultivating the desire for devotional service to God is the process of redirecting the soul's energy from the temporary to the eternal. This article explores how this specific desire is the key to liberation, peace, and ultimately, spo..."
  • 06:4206:42, 22 December 2025 diff hist +6,919‎ N Entanglement of Unfulfilled Desires ‎ Created page with "The material world is a place of frustration, primarily because the living entity attempts to fulfill desires that are constitutionally incompatible with the soul's nature. Known as ''kāma'' or lust, these desires are insatiable. This article explores the mechanism of entanglement caused by unfulfilled desires, illustrating how they bind the soul to the cycle of ''saṁsāra'' and how the only escape lies in the purification of desire through devotional service. <div c..."
  • 06:3406:34, 22 December 2025 diff hist +8,120‎ N Fulfilling the Desires of God ‎ Created page with "The fundamental criterion of religion and spirituality is the alignment of the individual will with the Divine will. While the conditioned soul is busy manufacturing various plans for personal sense gratification, the liberated soul has only one engagement: fulfilling the desires of the Supreme Personality of Godhead. This article examines the philosophy of ''bhakti'' as the direct execution of God's desire, distinguishing it from the self-centered activities of ''karma'..."
  • 06:2706:27, 22 December 2025 diff hist +6,764‎ N Acting As Kṛṣṇa Desires ‎ Created page with "The essence of Kṛṣṇa consciousness is the transformation of the will. While the materialist strives to fulfill his own ambitions, the devotee strives to uncover and execute the will of the Supreme Personality of Godhead. "Acting as Kṛṣṇa desires" is not merely a poetic sentiment; it is the practical definition of ''bhakti'' and the ultimate standard of surrender. This article examines the philosophy of absolute dependence on the Lord and the perfection of ali..."
  • 06:2006:20, 22 December 2025 diff hist +7,986‎ N Freedom from Material Desires of a Devotee of God ‎ Created page with "In the material world, desire is the driving force of existence, binding the living entity to the cycle of birth and death. However, in the realm of devotional service, the nature of desire undergoes a radical transformation. This article explores the distinction between the ''sakāma-bhakta'' (the devotee with material motives) and the ''akāma-bhakta'' (the pure devotee), illustrating how the process of Kṛṣṇa consciousness mercifully liberates the soul from the c..."
  • 06:1306:13, 22 December 2025 diff hist +8,259‎ N Unalloyed Desires of a Devotee of God ‎ Created page with "The path of devotional service is not one of artificial repression but of spiritual transformation. A devotee of the Lord does not strive to become a stone-like entity void of feeling or will; rather, he purifies his existence by aligning his individual desires with the supreme desire of Lord Kṛṣṇa. This article explores the unique position of the devotee who, while seemingly active in the world, remains free from the bondage of ''karma'' because his actions are mo..."
  • 05:5305:53, 22 December 2025 diff hist +6,391‎ N Ardent Desire to Serve and Associate with the Supreme Lord ‎ Created page with "The path of devotional service is fueled by an intense and purified longing known as ardent desire. Unlike material desires which bind the living entity to the temporary world, the ardent desire to serve the Supreme Personality of Godhead and associate with Him is the key to liberation and spiritual perfection. This intense eagerness pleases Lord Kṛṣṇa, who reciprocates according to the degree of the devotee's surrender. <div class="toc-right">__TOC__</div> === R..."
  • 05:4505:45, 22 December 2025 diff hist +6,244‎ N From Broken Glass to Diamond - The Desires of Dhruva Mahārāja ‎ Created page with "This article explores the trajectory of Dhruva Mahārāja's spiritual life, starting from his intense material ambition to his ultimate perfection in pure devotion. It illustrates how the Supreme Lord, through His affectionate intervention, transforms a devotee's material cravings into spiritual satisfaction, proving that even imperfect worship of the Perfection can lead to the highest goal. <div class="toc-right">__TOC__</div> === Material Ambition and Determination =..."
  • 05:3805:38, 22 December 2025 diff hist −39‎ Starving the Bird Within a Cage ‎No edit summary
  • 05:0705:07, 22 December 2025 diff hist −6‎ Prabhupāda's Desire to Translate Books and Establish Temples ‎No edit summary
  • 05:0705:07, 22 December 2025 diff hist −4‎ Prabhupāda's Desire to Translate Books and Establish Temples ‎No edit summary
  • 05:0605:06, 22 December 2025 diff hist −6‎ Confidential Desires of Lord Kṛṣṇa ‎No edit summary
  • 05:0605:06, 22 December 2025 diff hist −8‎ Confidential Desires of Lord Kṛṣṇa ‎No edit summary
  • 05:0405:04, 22 December 2025 diff hist 0‎ m Supreme Personality of Godhead - The Ultimate Desired Goal ‎ Navakishora Mukunda moved page The Supreme Personality of Godhead as the Ultimate Desired Goal to Supreme Personality of Godhead - The Ultimate Desired Goal
  • 04:5904:59, 22 December 2025 diff hist −2‎ Spiritual Suicide - Desiring to Merge ‎No edit summary
  • 04:5904:59, 22 December 2025 diff hist 0‎ m Spiritual Suicide - Desiring to Merge ‎ Navakishora Mukunda moved page Spiritual Suicide of Desiring to Merge to Spiritual Suicide - Desiring to Merge
  • 04:5704:57, 22 December 2025 diff hist −4‎ Purification of Lusty Desires ‎No edit summary

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