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3 January 2026

• 16:1216:12, 3 January 2026 diff hist 0‎ m Necessity of Authentic Literatures ‎ Navakishora Mukunda moved page Necessity Of Authentic Literatures to Necessity of Authentic Literatures
• 16:0916:09, 3 January 2026 diff hist 0‎ m Kṛṣṇa Gives Advice to His Confidential Devotees ‎ Navakishora Mukunda moved page Kṛṣṇa Gives Advice To His Confidential Devotees to Kṛṣṇa Gives Advice to His Confidential Devotees
• 16:0316:03, 3 January 2026 diff hist 0‎ m Historical Accounts of Holy Places and Ācāryas in Bhakti-ratnākara ‎ Navakishora Mukunda moved page Historical Accounts Of Holy Places And Ācāryas In Bhakti-ratnākara to Historical Accounts of Holy Places and Ācāryas in Bhakti-ratnākara
• 15:5215:52, 3 January 2026 diff hist 0‎ m God's Intelligence - Controlling All the Universes ‎ Navakishora Mukunda moved page God's Intelligence - Controlling All The Universes to God's Intelligence - Controlling All the Universes
• 15:4315:43, 3 January 2026 diff hist 0‎ m Expert Devotees of God and the Quality of Dakṣa ‎ Navakishora Mukunda moved page Expert Devotees Of God And The Quality Of Dakṣa to Expert Devotees of God and the Quality of Dakṣa
• 15:4215:42, 3 January 2026 diff hist 0‎ m Eternal Forms of God in Vaikuṇṭha Planets ‎ Navakishora Mukunda moved page Eternal Forms Of God In Vaikuṇṭha Planets to Eternal Forms of God in Vaikuṇṭha Planets
• 15:3915:39, 3 January 2026 diff hist 0‎ m Engaging the Tongue to Chant and Take Prasādam ‎ Navakishora Mukunda moved page Engage The Tongue To Chant And Take Prasādam to Engage the Tongue to Chant and Take Prasādam
• 15:3215:32, 3 January 2026 diff hist 0‎ m Controlling the Tongue with Kṛṣṇa's Prasādam ‎ Navakishora Mukunda moved page Controlling The Tongue With Kṛṣṇa's Prasādam to Controlling the Tongue With Kṛṣṇa's Prasādam
• 15:3015:30, 3 January 2026 diff hist 0‎ m Conquering the Tongue with Nice Prasādam ‎ Navakishora Mukunda moved page Conquering The Tongue With Nice Prasādam to Conquering the Tongue With Nice Prasādam
• 15:2815:28, 3 January 2026 diff hist 0‎ m Cheating Others to Acquire Money ‎ Navakishora Mukunda moved page Cheating Others To Acquire Money to Cheating Others to Acquire Money
• 15:2615:26, 3 January 2026 diff hist 0‎ m Characteristics and Activities of Liberated Souls ‎ Navakishora Mukunda moved page Characteristics And Activities Of Liberated Souls to Characteristics and Activities of Liberated Souls
• 15:2415:24, 3 January 2026 diff hist 0‎ m Chanting and Prasādam Distribution - The Recommended Yajña For This Age ‎ Navakishora Mukunda moved page Chanting And Prasādam Distribution As The Recommended Yajña For This Age to Chanting and Prasādam Distribution - The Recommended Yajña For This Age
• 15:1915:19, 3 January 2026 diff hist 0‎ m Attaining Perfection Under the Guidance of a Bona Fide Spiritual Master ‎ Navakishora Mukunda moved page Attaining Perfection Under The Guidance of a Bona Fide Spiritual Master to Attaining Perfection Under the Guidance of a Bona Fide Spiritual Master
• 15:1315:13, 3 January 2026 diff hist 0‎ m Revise the Whole Edition of Western Civilization ‎ Navakishora Mukunda moved page Revise The Whole Edition of Western Civilization to Revise the Whole Edition of Western Civilization
• 15:1215:12, 3 January 2026 diff hist 0‎ m Revise the Whole Edition of Western Civilization ‎ Navakishora Mukunda moved page Revise The Whole Edition Of Western Civilization to Revise The Whole Edition of Western Civilization
• 15:0515:05, 3 January 2026 diff hist +10,309‎ N Divine Instructions and Predictions of Śrīla Bhaktivinoda Ṭhākura ‎ Created page with "Śrīla Bhaktivinoda Ṭhākura holds a unique and exalted position in the Gauḍīya Vaiṣṇava ''sampradāya'' as the ''ācārya'' who revitalized the teachings of Lord Caitanya in the modern age. Śrīla Prabhupāda frequently cites him as the perfect example of a householder who, despite holding a responsible government post as a magistrate, remained fully absorbed in Kṛṣṇa consciousness. This article explores his profound philosophical instructions on surren..."
• 14:5314:53, 3 January 2026 diff hist +12,528‎ N Life and Teachings of Śrīla Bhaktivinoda Ṭhākura ‎ Created page with "Śrīla Bhaktivinoda Ṭhākura is a seminal figure in the Gauḍīya Vaiṣṇava sampradāya, revered for reviving the mission of Lord Caitanya Mahāprabhu in the late 19th century. Standing as a powerful ''ācārya'', he effectively combated the influence of pseudo-vaiṣṇavas and established the authentic philosophy of ''bhakti'' through his prolific writings and songs. As the father of Śrīla Bhaktisiddhānta Sarasvatī Ṭhākura, he laid the foundational bluepr..."
• 14:3414:34, 3 January 2026 diff hist +3,556‎ N Bhaktisiddhānta Sarasvatī Says - "My Dear Mind, You Are Cheating" ‎ Created page with "Śrīla Bhaktisiddhānta Sarasvatī Ṭhākura was a revolutionary ''ācārya'' who strongly preached against spiritual hypocrisy. He specifically addressed the mind's tendency to deceive the practitioner by seeking cheap popularity through the pretense of advanced devotion. Śrīla Prabhupāda frequently cited his Guru Mahārāja's admonishment to the mind, warning disciples that premature attempts at solitary worship, known as ''nirjana-bhajana'', are often nothing mor..."
• 14:2614:26, 3 January 2026 diff hist +8,837‎ N Bhaktisiddhānta Sarasvatī Says - Pure Devotees Must Abandon Hypocrisy and Preach ‎ Created page with "Śrīla Bhaktisiddhānta Sarasvatī Ṭhākura, the spiritual master of Śrīla Prabhupāda, was a lion-like ''guru'' who strictly condemned pretension in the name of spirituality. He emphasized that genuine love for Kṛṣṇa is proven through active preaching and strict adherence to regulative principles, rather than through cheap displays of emotion or solitary imitation of advanced devotees. This article explores his instructions on avoiding hypocrisy, the dangers..."
• 14:1614:16, 3 January 2026 diff hist +9,740‎ N Bhaktisiddhānta Sarasvatī Comments on Vaiṣṇava Philosophy ‎ Created page with "In his teachings, Śrīla Prabhupāda consistently upholds the supreme authority of his spiritual master, Śrīla Bhaktisiddhānta Sarasvatī Ṭhākura, by quoting his profound commentaries on Vaiṣṇava philosophy. These citations serve as a guiding light for devotees, cutting through misconceptions regarding the identity of the Supreme Lord and the proper execution of devotional service. By presenting these commentaries, Śrīla Prabhupāda establishes the precise c..."
• 14:0114:01, 3 January 2026 diff hist +7,730‎ N Bhakti-yogī - The Greatest of All Mystics ‎ Created page with "The ''bhakti-yogī'' occupies the highest position on the ladder of spiritual realization, surpassing those who practice other forms of ''yoga''. While others may focus on mechanical gymnastics, philosophical speculation, or meditation on the Super Soul, the ''bhakti-yogī'' is situated in direct, loving engagement with the Supreme Personality of Godhead. Śrīla Prabhupāda explains that this path is not only the most elevated but also the safest, as the devotee is guid..."
• 13:4013:40, 3 January 2026 diff hist +9,382‎ N Cleansing Process of Bhakti-yoga (Anartha-nivṛtti) ‎ Created page with "The conditioning of the living entity within the material world is rooted in a misunderstanding of the self, often manifesting as false ego and unwanted material desires. Śrīla Prabhupāda explains that the practice of ''bhakti-yoga'' is not merely a religious sentiment but a scientific cleansing process known as ''anartha-nivṛtti''. By engaging the senses in the service of the Supreme Lord, the devotee gradually purifies their consciousness, removing the contaminati..."
• 13:3413:34, 3 January 2026 diff hist +10,271‎ N Attaining Kṛṣṇa through Bhakti-yoga or Devotional Service ‎ Created page with "Śrīla Prabhupāda presents ''bhakti-yoga'' not merely as a religious sentiment, but as the supreme science of self-realization and the ultimate goal of all spiritual endeavors. He explains that while there are various systems of ''yoga'' intended to link the living entity with the Absolute Truth, devotional service is the direct method that purifies the existence, removes material misgivings, and re-establishes the eternal relationship between the soul and Kṛṣṇa...."
• 13:2913:29, 3 January 2026 diff hist +8,821‎ N Nine Processes of Bhakti-yoga - From Hearing to Surrender ‎ Created page with "The science of ''bhakti-yoga'' is a comprehensive system of spiritual realization that engages the active senses of the living entity in the service of the Supreme Lord. Śrīla Prabhupāda explains that this path is not merely theoretical but is a practical engagement starting from the basic principles of hearing and chanting and leading to the perfection of full surrender. By following these authorized methods, a devotee transcends the modes of material nature and revi..."
• 13:1013:10, 3 January 2026 diff hist +10,654‎ N Bhakti-yoga - The Ultimate Goal of All Yoga Systems ‎ Created page with "In the vast library of Vedic knowledge, various systems of ''yoga'' are described to help the conditioned soul reconnect with the Absolute Truth. Śrīla Prabhupāda clarifies that while these different paths—such as ''karma-yoga'', ''jñāna-yoga'', and ''haṭha-yoga''—offer specific benefits and elevations, they are not independent ends in themselves. Rather, they are progressive steps on a "''yoga'' ladder" that ultimately culminates in ''bhakti-yoga'', or pure d..."
• 12:5712:57, 3 January 2026 diff hist +8‎ Transcendental Science of Bhakti-yoga - Devotional Service to God ‎No edit summary
• 12:5612:56, 3 January 2026 diff hist +10,524‎ N Transcendental Science of Bhakti-yoga - Devotional Service to God ‎ Created page with "The transcendental science of ''bhakti-yoga'' is the supreme method for re-establishing the living entity's eternal relationship with the Supreme Personality of Godhead, Kṛṣṇa. Śrīla Prabhupāda establishes that while there are various systems of self-realization, devotional service is the culmination of all ''yoga'' practices and the only means to actually understand the Absolute Truth. This article explores the scientific nature of devotion, its supremacy over..."
• 12:2512:25, 3 January 2026 diff hist +10,553‎ N Supremacy of Bhakti-yoga Devotional Service to God ‎ Created page with "''Bhakti-yoga'', or devotional service to the Supreme Personality of Godhead, is the topmost transcendental activity and the ultimate goal of all spiritual practices. While there are various paths of self-realization, they are all dependent on devotional service for their perfection, serving as stepping stones to the final destination of loving surrender to the Lord. This article explores the unique position of ''bhakti-yoga'' as the direct, scientific, and most practica..."
• 09:3209:32, 3 January 2026 diff hist +7,952‎ N Bhakti-śāstrī Degree and Examination ‎ Created page with "Śrīla Prabhupāda introduced the ''Bhakti-śāstrī'' degree and examination system to encourage the systematic study of Vedic literatures among his disciples. He viewed this academic qualification not merely as a scholarly pursuit, but as a necessary foundation for spiritual life, ensuring that devotees, especially those seeking brahminical initiation, possessed a deep and accurate understanding of the philosophy of Kṛṣṇa consciousness. <div class="toc-right">_..."
• 09:0809:08, 3 January 2026 diff hist +10,928‎ N Science of Pure Devotional Service in Bhakti-sandarbha ‎ Created page with "Śrīla Jīva Gosvāmī's ''Bhakti-sandarbha'' is a foundational treatise in the Gauḍīya Vaiṣṇava canon, offering a comprehensive scientific analysis of pure devotional service. As part of the celebrated ''Ṣaṭ-sandarbhas'', this work specifically addresses the practical methodology of ''bhakti'', distinguishing it from empirical speculation and fruitive labor. Through the lens of Śrīla Prabhupāda's teachings, we understand that this text outlines the essent..."
• 08:5808:58, 3 January 2026 diff hist +10,203‎ N Historical Accounts of Holy Places and Ācāryas in Bhakti-ratnākara ‎ Created page with "In the study of ''Gauḍīya'' Vaiṣṇava history, the ''Bhakti-ratnākara'' stands as a definitive authority, offering detailed accounts of the holy places frequented by Lord Kṛṣṇa and Śrī Caitanya Mahāprabhu. Śrīla Prabhupāda frequently cites this text to authenticate the geography of spiritual pastimes and to document the lives and literary achievements of the great ''ācāryas''. The following sections explore the sacred topography of Vraja and Bengal,..."
• 08:4408:44, 3 January 2026 diff hist +9,090‎ N Bhakti-rasa - The Mellow of Devotional Service to God ‎ Created page with "''Bhakti-rasa'' refers to the transcendental taste or mellow that arises from the loving reciprocation between a devotee and the Supreme Personality of Godhead, Śrī Kṛṣṇa. It is the essence of spiritual life, distinguishing the vibrant, emotional nature of pure devotional service from impersonal liberation. This divine science, elaborately analyzed by Śrīla Rūpa Gosvāmī, categorizes the various relationships and sentiments a soul can experience in connection..."
• 08:3708:37, 3 January 2026 diff hist −2‎ Bhakti-mārga - The Path of Devotional Service to God ‎No edit summary
• 08:2908:29, 3 January 2026 diff hist +9,479‎ N Bhakti-mārga - The Path of Devotional Service to God ‎ Created page with "''Bhakti-mārga'' is the eternal path of devotional service, wherein the living entity realizes that their constitutional position is to serve the Supreme Personality of Godhead, Śrī Kṛṣṇa. Unlike speculative paths that seek impersonal liberation or material gain, this process focuses entirely on satisfying the senses of the Lord. Śrīla Prabhupāda explains that by engaging the senses in the service of the Master of the senses, one's existence is purified, lead..."
• 08:2008:20, 3 January 2026 diff hist +8,797‎ N Bhakti Means Engaging Senses in Devotional Service to God ‎ Created page with "The concept of ''bhakti'' is frequently misinterpreted as a passive emotional state or a cessation of activity. However, Śrīla Prabhupāda consistently emphasizes that ''bhakti'' is the most dynamic form of existence, defined specifically as the active engagement of the senses in the service of the Supreme Lord. It is not the destruction of the senses, as proposed by some paths of renunciation, but their purification through contact with the Divine. By directing one's..."
• 08:1308:13, 3 January 2026 diff hist +8,082‎ N Bhakti Is Transcendental Science and Activity ‎ Created page with "In the teachings of Śrīla Prabhupāda, ''bhakti'' is defined not as a passive state of meditation or mere emotional sentiment, but as the dynamic, transcendental activity of the soul. It is the scientific process of engaging the purified senses in the service of the master of the senses, Śrī Kṛṣṇa. This article explores how devotional service is the natural, healthy condition of the living entity, situated far above the desire for material liberation or mundane..."
• 08:0708:07, 3 January 2026 diff hist +8,555‎ N Bhakti Is Not Material Sentiment or Inaction ‎ Created page with "Śrīla Prabhupāda clarifies that ''bhakti'' is neither a material sentiment nor a state of inaction. It is the active, scientific engagement of the senses in the service of the Supreme Lord, distinct from ''karma'', ''jñāna'', and ''yoga''. Far from being a theoretical pursuit, ''bhakti'' is a practical realization of the soul's eternal relationship with Kṛṣṇa. <div class="toc-right">__TOC__</div> === Spiritual Science Beyond Sentiment === Śrīla Prabhupāda..."
• 08:0108:01, 3 January 2026 diff hist +9,715‎ N Scientific Principles of the Bhakti Cult ‎ Created page with "The "''Bhakti'' Cult," as presented by Śrīla Prabhupāda, refers to the authorized and scientific process of devotional service to the Supreme Personality of Godhead. Far from being a mere sentiment or a sectarian dogma, it is the topmost conclusion of the ''Vedas'' and ''Vedānta'', established to deliver the living entities from the cycle of birth and death. This article explores the theological foundations, the necessity of global propagation, and the transformative..."
• 07:4807:48, 3 January 2026 diff hist +9,379‎ N Preaching the Authorized Bhakti Cult ‎ Created page with "The authorized ''bhakti'' cult is the scientific process of devotional service, instituted by the Supreme Personality of Godhead and propagated through the disciplic succession. Śrīla Prabhupāda emphasizes that this movement is not a sentimental fabrication but a rigorous spiritual discipline based on the conclusions of the Vedas and Vedānta. The primary duty of a sincere follower is to execute the order of Śrī Caitanya Mahāprabhu by spreading this distinct philos..."
• 07:0907:09, 3 January 2026 diff hist +6,724‎ N Success through the Direction of the Spiritual Master ‎ Created page with "In the material world, everyone desires independence, but in spiritual life, the key to perfection is dependence. Śrīla Prabhupāda teaches that a progressive march back to Godhead depends entirely on the instructions of a realized devotee. Just as an artist attains perfection by working under the guidance of a master artist, a devotee attains the Supreme Lord by acting under the specific direction of the spiritual master. <div class="toc-right">__TOC__</div> === Ne..."
• 06:5206:52, 3 January 2026 diff hist +6,747‎ N Avatāra - Descending from the Spiritual World ‎ Created page with "The interaction between the spiritual and material worlds is made possible through the process of descent. In Vedic terminology, this is known as ''avatāra'', meaning "one who crosses down." While the material world is characterized by limitations and ignorance, the spiritual world is the realm of eternity and bliss. This article examines how the Supreme Lord, His holy name, and His confidential associates descend from that superior atmosphere to reclaim the conditioned..."
• 06:3906:39, 3 January 2026 diff hist +6,375‎ N Festivals, Travel, and Personal Service of the Deity ‎ Created page with "Worship of the Supreme Lord is never static; it is a festival of ever-increasing love. To engage the devotees and bless the public, the ''arcā-vigraha'' participates in elaborate ceremonies, processions, and even travels to distant places. This article highlights the celebratory nature of Deity worship, focusing on festivals like ''Puṣyābhiṣeka'', the protocols for traveling with the Deity, and the personal attention required to dress and decorate the Lord in a way..."
• 06:3106:31, 3 January 2026 diff hist +6,599‎ N Avoiding Offenses in Deity Worship ‎ Created page with "The path of ''arcana'', or Deity worship, is like walking on the edge of a razor. While it offers a direct means to serve the Lord, it also requires great care to avoid committing offenses known as ''sevā-aparādha''. This article details the specific behaviors that are prohibited in front of the Deity and explains how maintaining a reverential attitude is essential for both temple priests and householders worshiping the Lord at home. <div class="toc-right">__TOC__</di..."
• 05:5505:55, 3 January 2026 diff hist +6,658‎ N Forms and Historical Pastimes of the Deity ‎ Created page with "The Supreme Lord is unlimited, and Śrīla Prabhupāda explains that His kindness in appearing before the conditioned souls is equally unlimited. To facilitate worship, He agrees to incarnate in various material elements. These forms, known as the ''arcā-vigraha'', have their own unique histories and pastimes. This article examines the scriptural varieties of Deities and recounts some of the miraculous historical interactions between the Lord in His Deity form and His p..."

2 January 2026

• 07:2007:20, 2 January 2026 diff hist +10,220‎ N Bhakti - Devotional Service to God as the Supreme Path ‎ Created page with "''Bhakti'', or devotional service to the Supreme Personality of Godhead, is the central pillar of the teachings of Śrīla Prabhupāda and the Vedic scriptures. It is not merely a religious sentiment or a ritualistic practice, but the eternal, scientific engagement of the soul in its relationship with the Supreme Lord. Through the purification of the senses and the cultivation of a service attitude, the living entity transcends the temporary designations of the material..."
• 07:0407:04, 2 January 2026 diff hist +9,285‎ N Process of Bhajana from Practice to Perfection ‎ Created page with "The process of ''bhajana'' represents the active cultivation of Kṛṣṇa consciousness, guiding the living entity from the initial stages of regulated practice to the spontaneous platform of divine love. Śrīla Prabhupāda emphasizes that ''bhajana'' is not a static ritual but a dynamic engagement of the senses in the service of the Supreme Lord, requiring strict adherence to the instructions of the spiritual master to avoid the dangers of imitation. <div class="toc..."
• 06:5006:50, 2 January 2026 diff hist +8,065‎ N Bewilderment Caused by Impersonal Philosophy ‎ Created page with "Śrīla Prabhupāda consistently warns against the dangers of impersonal philosophy, explaining that it bewilders the intelligence and obstructs the living entity's true spiritual progress. By denying the eternal personality of Godhead and the individuality of the soul, this school of thought—rooted in the teachings of Śaṅkarācārya—creates a spiritual vacuum that mimics the voidism of Buddhism. This article explores how impersonalism distorts Vedic texts, denies..."

1 January 2026

• 07:1507:15, 1 January 2026 diff hist +2‎ Śrī Caitanya's Transcendental Ecstasies ‎No edit summary
• 07:0607:06, 1 January 2026 diff hist +4‎ Seriousness of a Devotee of God in Executing the Mission ‎No edit summary
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