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  • 15:2615:26, 22 December 2025 diff hist +6,738‎ N Understanding the Deity - Arcā-vigraha Incarnation ‎ Created page with "In the science of Kṛṣṇa consciousness, the Deity in the temple is not a statue or a symbol; He is the Supreme Personality of Godhead Himself. This form is known as the ''arcā-vigraha'', an incarnation of the Lord intended to facilitate service for those currently conditioned by material nature. This article explains the philosophy behind Deity worship, distinguishing it from idolatry and outlining the proper attitude required to approach the Lord in His temple. <..."
  • 15:1915:19, 22 December 2025 diff hist +6,218‎ N Understanding - The Completely Spiritual Platform ‎ Created page with "In the material conception of life, there is a distinct difference between the body and the soul. The body is temporary, material, and subject to decay, while the soul is eternal and spiritual. However, on the "completely spiritual" platform, this duality vanishes. This article explores the nature of absolute reality—known as ''cin-mātra''—where the land, the trees, the activities, and the bodies of the inhabitants are all composed of pure, conscious energy, untouch..."
  • 15:1115:11, 22 December 2025 diff hist 0‎ Cintāmaṇi - The Prostitute Who Became a Guru ‎No edit summary
  • 15:0815:08, 22 December 2025 diff hist +5,583‎ N Cintāmaṇi - The Prostitute Who Became a Guru ‎ Created page with "The history of Bilvamaṅgala Ṭhākura is a testament to the transformative power of the truth, regardless of the source. Before becoming a celebrated Vaiṣṇava saint and the author of ''Kṛṣṇa-karṇāmṛta'', Bilvamaṅgala was deeply entangled in a relationship with a prostitute named Cintāmaṇi. This article explores how a woman of questionable social standing became an instructing spiritual master, redirecting a man's intense lust into the highest stage..."
  • 14:5914:59, 22 December 2025 diff hist +4,854‎ N Cintāmaṇi-dhāma - The Wish-Fulfilling Realm ‎ Created page with "The descriptions of the Kingdom of God found in Vedic literatures are not imaginary or allegorical; they are specific and scientific. Śrīla Prabhupāda explains that just as we experience houses made of brick and mortar in this world, the spiritual world is composed of a transcendental substance called ''cintāmaṇi''. This article explores the nature of this "touchstone" abode, a realm where the land, the trees, and even the sounds are fully conscious and capable of..."
  • 14:4614:46, 22 December 2025 diff hist +7,541‎ N Lord Caitanya's Faith in His Spiritual Master ‎ Created page with "The foundation of the Kṛṣṇa consciousness movement is faith in the words of the spiritual master. Śrī Caitanya Mahāprabhu, the Supreme Personality of Godhead, descended to teach this essential principle by His own example. Although He is the maintainer of the entire cosmic manifestation, He accepted the position of a humble disciple of Śrī Īśvara Purī. This article examines the Lord's submissive attitude, His rejection of dry scholarship in favor of His ''g..."
  • 14:3214:32, 22 December 2025 diff hist +5,300‎ N Śrī Caitanya - The Spiritual Master of the Entire World ‎ Created page with "Śrī Caitanya Mahāprabhu is the Supreme Personality of Godhead appearing in the mood of a devotee to teach the science of Kṛṣṇa consciousness. His role extends beyond that of a mere reformer; He is the ''jagad-guru'', the spiritual master of the entire universe. This article explores His unique position as the supreme teacher who guides all living entities, corrects His associates, and sets the perfect example of submissive behavior for the benefit of human socie..."
  • 14:2614:26, 22 December 2025 diff hist +6,994‎ N Kṛṣṇa - The Source of Both Material and Spiritual Worlds ‎ Created page with "The Vedic conception of God is not limited to a remote creator but encompasses the entire cosmic manifestation. Śrī Kṛṣṇa is the energetic source behind all energies. Just as a fire distributes heat and light in all directions, the Supreme Personality of Godhead expands His internal and external potencies to create the spiritual and material worlds. This article examines the relationship between these two energies and how the living entity, situated between them,..."
  • 14:2014:20, 22 December 2025 diff hist +6,020‎ N Attaining Perfection Under the Guidance of a Bona Fide Spiritual Master ‎ Created page with "The path of Kṛṣṇa consciousness is not a mental exercise or a solitary pursuit; it is a practical science that requires expert supervision. Just as a student requires a professor to master a complex subject, a devotee requires the constant direction of a bona fide spiritual master to navigate the material world and uncover their original spiritual identity. This article examines the transformative power of this guidance, which turns an ordinary human being into a p..."
  • 14:1514:15, 22 December 2025 diff hist +6,411‎ N Necessity of Being In Touch with a Bona Fide Spiritual Master ‎ Created page with "The human form of life offers a unique facility denied to other species: the capacity to inquire into the Absolute Truth through the guidance of a realized soul. While the biological process of birth is common to all creatures, the spiritual birth facilitated by a bona fide spiritual master is the specific asset of humanity. This article explores the imperative nature of establishing a relationship with a proper teacher to unlock the import of the scriptures and achieve..."
  • 14:0814:08, 22 December 2025 diff hist 0‎ Second Birth through a Bona Fide Spiritual Master ‎No edit summary
  • 14:0714:07, 22 December 2025 diff hist +2‎ Second Birth through a Bona Fide Spiritual Master ‎No edit summary
  • 14:0614:06, 22 December 2025 diff hist +6,295‎ N Second Birth through a Bona Fide Spiritual Master ‎ Created page with "According to Vedic civilization, human life is meant for distinct spiritual evolution. While every living entity gets a biological body through natural birth, only a human being has the prerogative to undergo a "second birth." This spiritual rebirth, known as ''dvija'', is not a mere ritual but a profound transformation of consciousness facilitated by the '''bona fide''' spiritual master. This article explores the necessity of this second birth, the role of the ''guru''..."
  • 13:5713:57, 22 December 2025 diff hist +7,679‎ N Finding a Bona Fide Spiritual Master ‎ Created page with "The most critical turning point in human life is the acceptance of a spiritual master. However, in an age full of charlatans and self-made avatars, finding a genuine guide can be daunting. Śrīla Prabhupāda provides clear, scientific criteria for identifying a '''bona fide''' spiritual master. This article outlines the necessity of the search, the specific qualifications to look for, and the role of the sincere seeker in attracting divine guidance. <div class="toc-rig..."
  • 13:4513:45, 22 December 2025 diff hist +6,297‎ N A Devotee Is as Good as the Book ‎ Created page with "The Vedic tradition offers two guides for the conditioned soul: the ''grantha-bhāgavata'' (the book) and the ''bhakta-bhāgavata'' (the devotee). Śrīla Prabhupāda teaches that these two are identical in quality and purpose. While the book provides the theoretical knowledge of the Supreme Personality of Godhead, the devotee provides the practical example. This article explores why the devotee is considered equal to the scripture and the necessity of learning from them..."
  • 13:3713:37, 22 December 2025 diff hist +6,654‎ N Person Bhāgavata - The Living Representative ‎ Created page with "The Vedic literature reveals that the Absolute Truth manifests in two primary features: the book ''Bhāgavata'' and the person ''Bhāgavata''. While the book contains the message of Godhead, the person ''Bhāgavata'' is the living embodiment of that message. Śrīla Prabhupāda teaches that to truly understand the science of God, one must serve the person ''Bhāgavata''—the pure devotee—who acts as the transparent medium between the conditioned soul and the Supreme L..."
  • 13:3113:31, 22 December 2025 diff hist +6,433‎ N Bhāgavata-dharma - The Science of God ‎ Created page with "Religion is often misunderstood as a set of dogmas or rituals for material prosperity. However, Śrīla Prabhupāda presents ''Bhāgavata-dharma'' as the absolute "Science of God." It is not a sectarian belief but the essential function of the soul. This article examines the nature of ''Bhāgavata-dharma'', contrasting it with mundane religiosity and highlighting its role as the only true education for human society. <div class="toc-right">__TOC__</div> === Highest Rel..."
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