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15 January 2026

14 January 2026

  • 14:2614:26, 14 January 2026 diff hist +9,324‎ N Distinguishing Devotees from Fruitive Actors ‎ Created page with "In the teachings of Śrīla Prabhupāda, the distinction between a devotee and a fruitive actor forms the crux of understanding spiritual life versus material bondage. While both may engage in strenuous activities, their motivations and destinations are vastly different. A fruitive actor works for personal gain and sense gratification, becoming entangled in the complex reactions of karma. In contrast, a devotee works under the direction of the Supreme Lord, using their e..."
  • 14:1114:11, 14 January 2026 diff hist +8,163‎ N Eternal Activities of the Spirit Soul ‎ Created page with "The nature of the spirit soul is to be eternally active, full of knowledge, and blissful. However, due to contact with material nature, the living entity's original activities become covered, leading to a bewildered state where one identifies with the temporary body. Śrīla Prabhupāda explains that the goal of human life is to distinguish the self from the material field of action and to re-engage in the authentic, spiritual activities of devotional service to the Supr..."
  • 13:5913:59, 14 January 2026 diff hist +10,280‎ N Entanglement in Activities of Sense Gratification ‎ Created page with "Śrīla Prabhupāda extensively teaches that the pursuit of sense pleasure is the root cause of the living entity's entrapment in the material world. This article examines how activities performed for personal enjoyment—whether gross or subtle—bind the soul to the cycle of birth and death, and how directing these same activities toward the Supreme Lord offers the only path to liberation. <div class="toc-right">__TOC__</div> === Foundation of Material Life === Śr..."
  • 13:4313:43, 14 January 2026 diff hist +9,084‎ N Activities of Māyā ‎ Created page with "Śrīla Prabhupāda teaches that the activities of ''māyā'', or the illusory energy, are the specific mechanisms through which the material world operates to bewilder the conditioned souls. This powerful energy acts to cover the living entity's true identity as an eternal servant of God and drags them into the temporary engagement of sense gratification. While these activities are formidable and difficult to overcome, they are ultimately under the control of the Suprem..."
  • 13:3713:37, 14 January 2026 diff hist +8,196‎ N Transcendental Nature of Activities of God ‎ Created page with "Śrīla Prabhupāda consistently teaches that the activities of the Supreme Personality of Godhead are not products of material history or imagination but are eternal, spiritual realities. Unlike the conditioned soul whose actions are bound by the laws of karma and the modes of nature, the Lord's activities are purely transcendental. They are enacted solely for the pleasure of His devotees and the reclamation of fallen souls. By submissively hearing these narrations, one..."
  • 13:3313:33, 14 January 2026 diff hist +38‎ Transcendental Activities of a Devotee of God ‎No edit summary
  • 13:3213:32, 14 January 2026 diff hist +23‎ Transcendental Activities of a Devotee of God ‎No edit summary
  • 13:3113:31, 14 January 2026 diff hist +9,825‎ N Transcendental Activities of a Devotee of God ‎ Created page with "In the science of Kṛṣṇa consciousness, the activities of a devotee are considered non-different from the activities of the Supreme Lord Himself in terms of spiritual potency. Śrīla Prabhupāda emphasizes that a devotee is not an inert stone; rather, he is the most active person, yet his activities are not bound by the laws of material nature. While the conditioned soul works under the dictation of the modes of nature for sense gratification, the devotee works und..."
  • 13:2713:27, 14 January 2026 diff hist +10,589‎ N Entangled Activities of a Conditioned Soul ‎ Created page with "The philosophy of Kṛṣṇa consciousness, as taught by Śrīla Prabhupāda, provides a profound analysis of the plight of the conditioned soul within the material world. A conditioned soul is one who has forgotten his eternal relationship with the Supreme Personality of Godhead and has subsequently fallen under the sway of ''māyā'', or the illusory energy. Driven by the false ego and the desire to enjoy separately from the Lord, such a soul becomes entangled in a co..."
  • 13:2313:23, 14 January 2026 diff hist +8,070‎ N Nature of Activities in the Mode of Passion ‎ Created page with "The nature of activities in the mode of passion, or ''rajo-guṇa'', is characterized by intense endeavor, unlimited desire, and a feverish pursuit of material results. Śrīla Prabhupāda explains that while the mode of goodness brings knowledge and the mode of ignorance brings inertia, the mode of passion drives the living entity into a whirlpool of fruitive labor. This active engagement is born of longings that can never be fully satisfied, binding the soul to the mat..."
  • 11:3011:30, 14 January 2026 diff hist +18‎ Engaging Mind and Senses in Kṛṣṇa Conscious Activities ‎No edit summary
  • 11:2711:27, 14 January 2026 diff hist +18‎ Engaging Mind and Senses in Kṛṣṇa Conscious Activities ‎No edit summary
  • 11:2311:23, 14 January 2026 diff hist +251‎ Engaging Mind and Senses in Kṛṣṇa Conscious Activities ‎No edit summary
  • 11:2211:22, 14 January 2026 diff hist +33‎ Engaging Mind and Senses in Kṛṣṇa Conscious Activities ‎No edit summary
  • 11:2111:21, 14 January 2026 diff hist +10,257‎ N Engaging Mind and Senses in Kṛṣṇa Conscious Activities ‎ Created page with "The path of devotion is not one of idleness or dry renunciation; it is a life of dynamic, spiritual activity. Śrīla Prabhupāda consistently emphasizes that ''Kṛṣṇa'' consciousness means full engagement of the senses in the service of the Lord. By transforming one's activities from material to spiritual, the devotee does not stop working but purifies the very nature of work, turning it into a means of liberation and transcendental bliss. <div class="toc-right">_..."
  • 11:2011:20, 14 January 2026 diff hist −4‎ Transcendental Activities in Devotional Service to God ‎No edit summary
  • 11:1811:18, 14 January 2026 diff hist +8,091‎ N Transcendental Activities in Devotional Service to God ‎ Created page with "Śrīla Prabhupāda teaches that the soul is eternally active and that its perfection lies not in the cessation of work, but in the purification of activity through ''bhakti-yoga''. While materialists work for sense gratification and impersonalists seek to stop all action to avoid suffering, the devotee engages in transcendental activities dedicated solely to the pleasure of the Supreme Personality of Godhead. These activities, rooted in the instructions of the ''śāstr..."
  • 11:1711:17, 14 January 2026 diff hist +18‎ Dovetailing All Activities for Kṛṣṇa ‎No edit summary
  • 11:1511:15, 14 January 2026 diff hist +9,513‎ N Dovetailing All Activities for Kṛṣṇa ‎ Created page with "Śrīla Prabhupāda teaches that the perfection of human life is not found in the cessation of activity, but in the purification of activity by connecting it to the Supreme Lord, Śrī Kṛṣṇa. This process, often described as "dovetailing," allows a practitioner to remain in their respective social or occupational position while transforming their consciousness. By changing the beneficiary of one's actions from the self to Kṛṣṇa, the material binding force of..."
  • 11:0111:01, 14 January 2026 diff hist +7,470‎ N Kṛṣṇa as the Active Principle of Everything ‎ Created page with "The material world is often mistaken for the ultimate reality, yet Śrīla Prabhupāda teaches that matter is merely a covering for the true force behind existence. Just as a machine cannot operate without a driver, the material body and the entire cosmic manifestation are lifeless without the spirit soul and the Supersoul. This article explores how Kṛṣṇa is the supreme active principle who sustains every aspect of creation, from the taste of water to the movement..."
  • 10:4010:40, 14 January 2026 diff hist +9,459‎ N Entanglement in the Network of Action and Reaction ‎ Created page with "The material world operates under the stringent laws of ''karma'', creating a complex web where every endeavor produces a corresponding result. Śrīla Prabhupāda illuminates the precarious position of the conditioned soul, who, driven by the desire for enjoyment, becomes increasingly entangled in this network of action and reaction, necessitating repeated birth and death. This article explores the mechanics of this bondage, the illusion of independent acting, and the t..."
  • 10:3510:35, 14 January 2026 diff hist +9,930‎ N Dangers of Acting Whimsically without Authority ‎ Created page with "Śrīla Prabhupāda consistently warns against the dangers of acting whimsically, explaining that such behavior is the antithesis of spiritual life. In the material world, conditioned souls often mistake license for liberty, believing that freedom means doing whatever one likes. However, Śrīla Prabhupāda clarifies that true freedom is found only in surrender to the supreme authority of Kṛṣṇa and His bona fide representatives. When a person rejects the authority..."
  • 10:3310:33, 14 January 2026 diff hist +10,273‎ N Transcendental Art of Acting in Kṛṣṇa Consciousness ‎ Created page with "The science of spiritual life is not merely theoretical; it is a practical art of acting in such a way that one is never entangled by the complex reactions of material nature. Śrīla Prabhupāda teaches that acting in Kṛṣṇa consciousness means dovetailing one's desires with the desires of the Supreme Personality of Godhead. Unlike the materialist who works for sense gratification, or the impersonalist who seeks to stop all activity, the devotee remains fully activ..."
  • 10:3010:30, 14 January 2026 diff hist +9,952‎ N Perfection through Acting for Kṛṣṇa ‎ Created page with "In the science of Bhakti-yoga, Śrīla Prabhupāda emphasizes that spiritual perfection is not achieved by the cessation of activity, but by the purification of activity. The material disease is rooted in the desire to act for one's own sense gratification, which entangles the soul in the complex reactions of ''karma''. However, when the living entity realizes their eternal constitutional position as a servant of the Supreme Lord, they learn the art of acting exclusively..."
  • 10:1210:12, 14 January 2026 diff hist +8,677‎ N Acting as a Brāhmaṇa by Qualities and Work ‎ Created page with "Śrīla Prabhupāda consistently challenges the misconception that social status within the Vedic system is determined by birthright. Instead, he establishes that a true ''brāhmaṇa'' is identified by specific symptoms of character and practical activity. In a sane society, individuals must be classified according to their natural modes of nature and their work, ensuring that those who guide society as ''brāhmaṇas'' actually possess the requisite purity and knowledg..."
  • 09:4909:49, 14 January 2026 diff hist +9,591‎ N Acquiring Money for Kṛṣṇa or for Sense Gratification ‎ Created page with "In the material world, the pursuit of wealth is a central preoccupation for most living entities. However, the purpose behind this pursuit defines one's spiritual standing. Śrīla Prabhupāda explains that while both a devotee and a materialist may engage in acquiring money, their goals are diametrically opposed. The materialist seeks funds to satisfy their own senses and expand their false prestige, whereas the devotee acquires resources solely to serve the Supreme Per..."
  • 09:4209:42, 14 January 2026 diff hist +9,926‎ N Vedic System of Acquiring Knowledge ‎ Created page with "The process of acquiring knowledge is a fundamental concern of human life, determining how we understand reality and our place within it. Śrīla Prabhupāda emphasizes that the Vedic system differs radically from modern scientific or philosophical approaches. While the material world relies on experimental observation and mental speculation, the Vedic tradition asserts that perfect knowledge cannot be manufactured by finite living entities. Instead, it must be received..."
  • 09:3509:35, 14 January 2026 diff hist +8,074‎ N Divine Acquirements of a Devotee of God ‎ Created page with "Śrīla Prabhupāda emphasizes that a devotee of the Supreme Lord need not separately endeavor for material qualifications or mystic perfections. By the simple yet potent process of surrendering to Kṛṣṇa, all divine attributes naturally manifest within the devotee. This article explores the unique position of a Vaiṣṇava, who, through the power of loving service, acquires the highest qualities, protection, and even the ability to bind the Supreme Lord with love...."

13 January 2026

  • 13:2413:24, 13 January 2026 diff hist +8,422‎ N Acknowledging Supremacy of Lord Kṛṣṇa ‎ Created page with "Śrīla Prabhupāda emphasizes that the turning point in the life of a living entity is the moment they voluntarily acknowledge the supremacy of Lord Kṛṣṇa. While the material world is populated by those wishing to imitate the Lord or deny His existence, the path of perfection begins with the realization that Kṛṣṇa is the ultimate source of all benedictions. This article explores how great souls, from Arjuna to Lord Brahmā, have exemplified this mood of subm..."
  • 13:2113:21, 13 January 2026 diff hist +9,256‎ N Duty of Acknowledging God and His Mercy ‎ Created page with "Śrīla Prabhupāda teaches that the foundational principle of a civilized human society is the acknowledgement of the Supreme Lord's mercy. While the Lord impartially maintains all living beings, supplying the vital necessities of life such as light, water, and grains, the human form of life carries the specific responsibility to recognize this kindness. Without this acknowledgement, humanity descends into ungratefulness and thievery, creating a civilization based on ex..."
  • 13:1513:15, 13 January 2026 diff hist +9,284‎ N Principles of Acknowledgement in Kṛṣṇa Consciousness ‎ Created page with "In the science of Kṛṣṇa consciousness, the act of acknowledgement is not merely a social courtesy but a fundamental spiritual duty. Śrīla Prabhupāda emphasizes that the material world is a prison house for rebellious souls who have forgotten their relationship with God. Therefore, the first sign of intelligence is to acknowledge one's dependence on the Supreme Lord and to recognize the debt owed to Him for all necessities of life. Without this essential gratitud..."
  • 13:1213:12, 13 January 2026 diff hist +9,289‎ N Acintya the Inconceivable Potency ‎ Created page with "The concept of ''acintya'', or inconceivable potency, is central to the theology presented by Śrīla Prabhupāda. It delineates the boundary between the limited human intellect and the limitless capabilities of the Supreme Personality of Godhead. Because the mundane mind is conditioned by time and space, it cannot grasp spiritual truths that exist beyond these dimensions. Śrīla Prabhupāda emphasizes that to understand the Absolute Truth, one must accept that the Lord..."
  • 13:1013:10, 13 January 2026 diff hist +8,158‎ N Process of Achieving Ultimate Goal of Life ‎ Created page with "The process of achieving the ultimate goal of life is the central theme of spiritual realization as taught by Śrīla Prabhupāda. While humanity naturally yearns for the highest benefit, the path is often obscured by the bodily concept of life and material attachments. The ultimate goal is defined as reawakening one's eternal relationship with the Supreme Personality of Godhead, Kṛṣṇa, and returning to the spiritual world. This journey requires the cultivation of..."
  • 12:5112:51, 13 January 2026 diff hist +7,502‎ N Achieving Mystic Powers Versus Pure Devotional Service ‎ Created page with "In the realm of spiritual realization, Śrīla Prabhupāda draws a sharp distinction between the mechanical accumulation of mystic powers and the transcendental safety of pure devotional service. While many transcendentalists aspire for the eightfold ''yoga-siddhis'', or mystic perfections, these achievements are ultimately material and often distract the practitioner from the supreme goal of life. This article explores the teachings of Śrīla Prabhupāda regarding the..."
  • 12:4512:45, 13 January 2026 diff hist +8,019‎ N Achieving Liberation from Material Bondage through Kṛṣṇa Consciousness ‎ Created page with "In the philosophy of Kṛṣṇa consciousness, Śrīla Prabhupāda teaches that true liberation is not merely the cessation of material suffering but the positive engagement of the soul in the service of the Supreme Personality of Godhead. While many strive for liberation through knowledge or austerity, devotees attain it easily as a secondary benefit of their love for Kṛṣṇa. <div class="toc-right">__TOC__</div> === The Supremacy of Devotional Service === Śrīl..."
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