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  • 05:07, 20 January 2026 Anurag talk contribs created page Predicament of Modern Man (Created page with "The modern man is an enigma of material success and spiritual failure. Śrīla Prabhupāda analyzes the condition of contemporary humanity with deep compassion and sharp insight. He observes that while modern man has struggled hard to reach the moon and advance in science, he has completely neglected the most vital aspect of existence: the self. This negligence has created a society of "bestial civilization" where the immense power of the soul is forgotten, and life is r...")
  • 04:50, 20 January 2026 Anurag talk contribs created page Government and Spiritual Responsibility (Created page with "Governance is a sacred duty. According to Śrīla Prabhupāda, the relationship between the ruler and the ruled is not merely a social contract but a spiritual bond. The king or government head is the representative of the Supreme Lord and is responsible for the ultimate welfare of the citizens. When this spiritual responsibility is ignored, society loses its direction. However, when a government embraces its role as a spiritual guardian, it can create an atmosphere wher...")
  • 04:46, 20 January 2026 Anurag talk contribs created page Critique of Modern Government (Created page with "From the perspective of Vedic wisdom, the primary function of a government is not merely to build roads or collect taxes, but to guide the citizens toward the ultimate goal of life—spiritual realization. Śrīla Prabhupāda critiques modern government systems for failing in this essential duty. Whether democratic or totalitarian, modern states are characterized by a focus on temporary material comforts to the exclusion of eternal spiritual values. This negligence resul...")
  • 20:22, 19 January 2026 Anurag talk contribs created page Modern Day Vaiṣṇavas (Created page with "In an era defined by spiritual decline and material chaos, Śrīla Prabhupāda outlines a dynamic role for the devotee: the "Modern Day Vaiṣṇava." Unlike the sages of the past who might have retreated to the forest, the modern devotee is a vigorous preacher who engages with the world. Śrīla Prabhupāda emphasizes adaptation without compromise, urging his followers to utilize mass media and all available means to spread the message of Godhead. This article explores...")
  • 20:14, 19 January 2026 Anurag talk contribs created page Modern Civilization - A Dead Body (Created page with "The most damning indictment of modern civilization by Śrīla Prabhupāda is that it is essentially a corpse. He argues that a society devoid of God consciousness is like a "dead body"—it may be decorated with skyscrapers, highways, and technology, but it lacks the vital force of spiritual life. Just as a body without a soul is useless, a civilization without Kṛṣṇa is a failure. It is a "social body without a head," frantically active but directionless, moving bl...")
  • 20:08, 19 January 2026 Anurag talk contribs created page Defects of Modern Civilization (Created page with "While modern civilization prides itself on scientific advancement and economic growth, Śrīla Prabhupāda offers a piercing diagnosis of its fatal flaws. He describes the current state of society as a "soul-killing" civilization that has become expert in manipulating matter but has completely forgotten the spirit. By prioritizing temporary bodily comforts over eternal spiritual realization, modern society has created a hellish atmosphere of anxiety, exploitation, and vi...")
  • 19:55, 19 January 2026 Anurag talk contribs created page Modern Age - Ignorance and Materialism (Created page with "The modern age is not characterized by enlightenment, as is often claimed, but by a profound deepening of ignorance and materialism. Śrīla Prabhupāda explains that the consciousness of the modern population is heavily covered by the lower modes of nature. This coverage manifests as a widespread inability to understand spiritual truths, an addiction to sinful activities, and an arrogant dismissal of the Supreme Authority. It is an age where people are "dull rascals" wh...")
  • 19:50, 19 January 2026 Anurag talk contribs created page A Critique of Modern Age (Created page with "The modern age is often celebrated as the pinnacle of human achievement, yet from the perspective of Vedic wisdom, it represents a significant regression in true human culture. Śrīla Prabhupāda critiques the modern era not for its lack of industrial capacity, but for its fundamental ignorance of the goal of life. In this age, the "unimportant thing"—the temporary material body—is given precedence over the "active principle"—the eternal soul. This misalignment ha...")
  • 19:10, 19 January 2026 Anurag talk contribs created page Characteristics of Mode of Passion (Created page with "The mode of passion (''rajo-guṇa'') is the driving force behind the material world's activity. Śrīla Prabhupāda describes it as the source of unlimited desires and longings. Unlike the mode of ignorance, which is characterized by inactivity, the mode of passion impels the living entity to work hard, but this work is always motivated by the desire for personal gratification—wealth, honor, and family. While it may look like progress, the mode of passion binds the so...")
  • 19:03, 19 January 2026 Anurag talk contribs deleted page Symptoms of Mode of Darkness (content was: "#REDIRECT Characteristics of Mode of Darkness", and the only contributor was "Anurag" (talk))
  • 19:03, 19 January 2026 Anurag talk contribs moved page Symptoms of Mode of Darkness to Characteristics of Mode of Darkness
  • 19:02, 19 January 2026 Anurag talk contribs created page Characteristics of Mode of Ignorance (Created page with "The mode of ignorance (''tamo-guṇa'') is the darkest region of material existence. Śrīla Prabhupāda explains that just as light dispels darkness, knowledge dispels ignorance. However, for the conditioned soul covered by ''tamo-guṇa'', knowledge is absent. This mode acts as a thick covering that deludes the living entity, making them accept irreligion as religion and misery as happiness. It is characterized by inertia, madness, and a distinct lack of spiritual or m...")
  • 18:59, 19 January 2026 Anurag talk contribs created page Characteristics of Mode of Goodness (Created page with "Among the three modes of material nature, the mode of goodness (''sattva-guṇa'') is considered the purest. It is illuminating and frees one from all sinful reactions. Śrīla Prabhupāda explains that when a living entity is situated in this mode, they develop knowledge and a sense of happiness. Unlike the modes of passion and ignorance which lead to misery and delusion, the mode of goodness provides a peaceful platform from which one can see things as they are. Howeve...")
  • 18:53, 19 January 2026 Anurag talk contribs created page Symptoms of Mode of Darkness (Created page with "The material world operates under the influence of three primary qualities or modes: goodness, passion, and darkness. Of these, the mode of darkness (''tamo-guṇa'') is the most degrading. Śrīla Prabhupāda describes it as the state of ignorance where the living entity is completely covered by illusion. Unlike the mode of goodness which illuminates, the mode of darkness clouds the intelligence, leading to madness, laziness, and sleep. It is the breeding ground for all...")
  • 18:47, 19 January 2026 Anurag talk contribs created page Kṛṣṇa and His Surrendered Souls (Created page with "The bond between Kṛṣṇa and His surrendered souls is the most confidential aspect of spiritual life. While God is the neutral supplier for the general masses, for the surrendered soul, He becomes a personal protector, friend, and guide. Śrīla Prabhupāda elucidates that Kṛṣṇa is "controlled by love" and is always eager to serve those who have surrendered to Him. This article explores the unique characteristics of this divine relationship, where the Supreme L...")
  • 18:40, 19 January 2026 Anurag talk contribs created page God and His Surrendered Souls (Created page with "The dynamic between the Supreme Personality of Godhead and the living entity reaches its perfection when the soul surrenders. Śrīla Prabhupāda describes this relationship not as a passive state of subjugation, but as an active, loving exchange where the Lord becomes the personal guardian of the devotee. While God is the general maintainer of all beings, He holds a special, affectionate position for His surrendered souls, offering them immunity from material reactions...")
  • 18:28, 19 January 2026 Anurag talk contribs created page Fully Surrendering the Self (Created page with "In the progression of devotional service, the final and most comprehensive stage is ''ātma-nivedanam''—fully surrendering the self. While the earlier processes like hearing and chanting purify the senses, ''ātma-nivedanam'' involves a total offering of one's identity and existence to the Supreme Lord. Śrīla Prabhupāda explains that this is not merely a ritualistic act but a profound shift in consciousness where the devotee no longer lives for themselves but exclu...")
  • 18:14, 19 January 2026 Anurag talk contribs created page How to Fully Surrender to Kṛṣṇa (Created page with "The ultimate instruction of the Vedic literature is to surrender fully to the Supreme Personality of Godhead, Kṛṣṇa. Yet, for many, the concept of surrender can seem abstract or difficult. Śrīla Prabhupāda demystifies this process, explaining that full surrender is not a passive state but an active, intelligent choice to align one's entire existence with the will of the Lord. It involves a transformation of consciousness where one recognizes Kṛṣṇa as the o...")
  • 15:54, 19 January 2026 Anurag talk contribs created page Everyone Is Trying to Become the Master (Created page with "The defining characteristic of material life is the intense desire to be the master. Śrīla Prabhupāda explains that this propensity is the root cause of all conflict and suffering in the world. Whether it is a dog barking to assert its dominance or a nation waging war for supremacy, the underlying motivation is the same: "I am the controller." This ambition is diametrically opposed to the soul's true nature, which is eternal service. The struggle to maintain this fals...")
  • 15:43, 19 January 2026 Anurag talk contribs created page Characteristics of Fully Surrendered Devotee (Created page with "To be a devotee means to be surrendered, but to be a "fully" surrendered devotee implies a specific, exalted state of consciousness. Śrīla Prabhupāda elucidates that full surrender is not a vague sentiment but a rigorous spiritual standard characterized by six distinct qualities. A fully surrendered devotee lives in a state of complete dependence on Kṛṣṇa, free from anxiety and personal ambition. Such a soul is protected by the Lord in all circumstances and is c...")
  • 15:36, 19 January 2026 Anurag talk contribs created page Misconception that Everyone is God (Created page with "The modern spiritual landscape is often clouded by the pervasive idea that every living being is identical to the Supreme Lord. Śrīla Prabhupāda vigorously challenges this misconception, asserting that while the soul shares the same spiritual quality as God, it can never equal Him in magnitude or power. The claim "I am God, you are God, everyone is God" is described as a demonic principle that misleads society. True knowledge involves understanding the distinction bet...")
  • 15:27, 19 January 2026 Anurag talk contribs created page Everyone Is Dying Every Moment (Created page with "The inevitability of death is the most conspicuous fact of life, yet it is the one reality that humanity is most determined to ignore. Śrīla Prabhupāda relentlessly points out that "everyone is dying." From the moment of birth, the clock is ticking, and with every passing second, our measured duration of life diminishes. Whether one is a king, a scientist, or a common man, the final outcome is the same. However, the tragedy of material life is not just death itself, b...")
  • 15:16, 19 January 2026 Anurag talk contribs created page We Are All Born Foolish (Created page with "The Vedic perspective on human birth is starkly realistic: everyone is born a fool. Śrīla Prabhupāda explains that regardless of nationality, family background, or social status, every human being enters the world in a state of ignorance known as ''abodha-jātaḥ''. This is not an insult but a statement of fact regarding the conditioned soul's consciousness. At birth, the living entity falsely identifies with the material body, unaware of their true spiritual identit...")
  • 15:06, 19 January 2026 Anurag talk contribs created page Responsibilities Every Human Being Should Accept (Created page with "The human form of life offers a unique facility for spiritual advancement, but it also comes with specific responsibilities. Śrīla Prabhupāda explains that while animals are concerned only with the immediate needs of the body, a human being should look beyond the temporary and strive for the eternal. Every human being should utilize their intelligence to solve the real problems of existence—birth, death, old age, and disease—and prepare for a future life of blissf...")
  • 13:34, 19 January 2026 Anurag talk contribs created page What Every Human Being Must Do (Created page with "The human form of life is not a license for unrestricted enjoyment but a position of great responsibility. Śrīla Prabhupāda explains that while animals are driven solely by instinct, human beings are endowed with the intelligence to distinguish right from wrong and eternal from temporary. Consequently, there are specific duties that every human being must perform to utilize this rare opportunity correctly. If one neglects these duties, one is considered no better than...")
  • 09:37, 19 January 2026 Anurag talk contribs created page Nature of Eternally Conditioned Soul (Created page with "The Vedic literatures categorize living entities into two main groups: ''nitya-siddha'' (eternally liberated) and ''nitya-baddha'' (eternally conditioned). Śrīla Prabhupāda explains that the eternally conditioned souls are those who have chosen to forget their relationship with the Supreme Personality of Godhead. Driven by a desire to enjoy separately from Kṛṣṇa, they are entrapped by the external energy, ''māyā'', and subjected to the cycle of birth and death...")
  • 09:24, 19 January 2026 Anurag talk contribs created page Surrendering to Eternal Time (Created page with "Time is the one force in the material world that no one can conquer. Kings, scientists, and demigods alike bow down to its influence. Śrīla Prabhupāda explains that this eternal time, or ''kāla'', is the impersonal feature of the Supreme Lord, acting as the ultimate controller of the material creation. He states that while it destroys everything in the material sphere, it has no power over the spirit soul who has taken shelter of Kṛṣṇa. <div class="toc-right">...")
  • 09:13, 19 January 2026 Anurag talk contribs created page Realizing Our Eternal Relationship with Kṛṣṇa (Created page with "At the core of the Kṛṣṇa consciousness philosophy is the understanding that every living entity has an eternal, unbreakable relationship with Kṛṣṇa. This relationship is not a mental construct or a theological dogma but the fundamental reality of existence. Śrīla Prabhupāda explains that just as a part is related to the whole, the soul is related to the Supreme Lord. The misery of material life is nothing more than the symptom of forgetting this connection...")
  • 09:07, 19 January 2026 Anurag talk contribs created page Eternal Relationship with God (Created page with "The foundation of spiritual life is the understanding that every living being has an eternal relationship with the Supreme Personality of Godhead, Kṛṣṇa. Śrīla Prabhupāda teaches that this bond is indestructible. Just as a son may leave home and forget his father, the living entity may enter the material world and forget God, but the relationship itself remains intact. The Kṛṣṇa consciousness movement is specifically designed to revive this dormant memory....")
  • 08:09, 19 January 2026 Anurag talk contribs created page Reviving Our Eternal Relationship with Kṛṣṇa (Created page with "The fundamental premise of the Kṛṣṇa consciousness philosophy is that every living entity has an eternal relationship with the Supreme Personality of Godhead. This relationship is not a mental concoction or a temporary religious affiliation; it is the constitutional nature of the soul. Śrīla Prabhupāda emphasizes that our current state of existence—characterized by birth, death, and suffering—is solely due to our forgetfulness of this eternal bond. The highe...")
  • 07:58, 19 January 2026 Anurag talk contribs created page Beyond Research - Certainty of Eternal Knowledge (Created page with "In modern academia, knowledge is often synonymous with research—the constant probing into the unknown to formulate new theories. However, Śrīla Prabhupāda presents a paradigm shift: true knowledge is not a product of research. It is ''nitya'', or eternal. It already exists in its perfect form. The quest for the Absolute Truth is not about inventing something new but about uncovering what has always been there. This eternal knowledge is the constitutional nature of t...")
  • 07:38, 19 January 2026 Anurag talk contribs created page Entering the Eternal Kingdom of God (Created page with "The material world is characterized by duality and impermanence. Whatever is created here must eventually be destroyed. However, beyond this temporary manifestation lies another nature, described in the scriptures as the eternal kingdom of God. Śrīla Prabhupāda emphasizes that this kingdom is the ultimate destination for humanity, offering a life of endless bliss and knowledge that the eternal soul naturally craves. <div class="toc-right">__TOC__</div> === The Natur...")
  • 07:16, 19 January 2026 Anurag talk contribs created page Eternal Occupational Duty (Created page with "In the material world, identities and duties are constantly shifting. One may be a father, a professional, or a national of a certain country, but these designations end with the body. However, Śrīla Prabhupāda explains that there is a duty that transcends the body and time. This is called ''sanātana-dharma'', or the eternal occupational duty. It is based on the permanent characteristic of the living entity: the propensity to serve. <div class="toc-right">__TOC__</d...")
  • 17:09, 18 January 2026 Anurag talk contribs created page Eternal Constitutional Position (Created page with "The fundamental question of "Who am I?" is answered with precision in the Vedic literature. Śrīla Prabhupāda explains that every living entity has an eternal constitutional position, or ''svarūpa''. Unlike the temporary bodily designations of "man," "woman," "American," or "Indian," this identity is immutable. The soul is, by nature, an eternal servant of the Supreme Personality of Godhead, Kṛṣṇa. Realizing and acting upon this truth is the essence of self-real...")
  • 17:04, 18 January 2026 Anurag talk contribs created page Attaining an Eternal Body (Created page with "The most fundamental contradiction in the life of a living entity is the acceptance of a temporary body by an eternal soul. Śrīla Prabhupāda explains that every living being is eternal, yet due to the desire to enjoy the material world, they are forced to accept bodies that grow old and die. The purpose of human life is to solve this dilemma by inquiring about and ultimately attaining an eternal body. <div class="toc-right">__TOC__</div> === Necessary Inquiry === A...")
  • 16:58, 18 January 2026 Anurag talk contribs created page Attaining Eternal Transcendental Bliss (Created page with "The human experience is characterized by a constant struggle to avoid misery and find happiness. Yet, despite all advancements, material life remains temporary and fraught with suffering. Śrīla Prabhupāda offers a solution to this existential dilemma by pointing to the nature of the Supreme Lord and the soul itself. The ultimate goal of human life is not to adjust material conditions but to attain a state of ''sac-cid-ānanda''—eternal life, full knowledge, and blis...")
  • 16:36, 18 January 2026 Anurag talk contribs created page Eternal Associates of God (Created page with "The Kingdom of God is not an impersonal void but a vibrant society filled with the Lord's eternal associates. Śrīla Prabhupāda explains that just as a king is never alone but is always surrounded by ministers, secretaries, and family members, the Supreme Personality of Godhead, Kṛṣṇa, is eternally accompanied by His loving devotees. These associates are not ordinary living entities subject to birth and death; they are ''nitya-siddha'', or eternally perfected sou...")
  • 15:35, 18 January 2026 Anurag talk contribs created page Reaching the Eternal Abode (Created page with "The human form of life offers a unique opportunity to solve the problem of repeated birth and death. Śrīla Prabhupāda explains that beyond this temporary cosmic manifestation lies an eternal existence known as the ''sanātana-dhāma''. This spiritual sky, or Vaikuṇṭha, is the true home of the living entity. While the material world is characterized by annihilation, the eternal abode remains untouched, full of opulence and spiritual bliss. <div class="toc-right">_...")
  • 15:27, 18 January 2026 Anurag talk contribs created page Establishing Temples for God Consciousness (Created page with "The construction and maintenance of temples have been integral to spiritual culture for thousands of years. Śrīla Prabhupāda explains that temples are not mere monuments or social clubs; they are educational institutions designed to train people in the science of God. Following the footsteps of previous ''ācāryas'', the Kṛṣṇa consciousness movement aims to establish such sanctuaries globally, providing a practical means for the conditioned souls to engage thei...")
  • 14:40, 18 January 2026 Anurag talk contribs created page Establishing True Religious Principles (Created page with "The world is full of various conceptions of religion, often based on mental speculation or cultural tradition. However, Śrīla Prabhupāda defines religion scientifically. He explains that religion is not a man-made sentiment but the direct code of the Supreme Personality of Godhead. The very purpose of the Lord's descent into this material world is to reestablish these lost principles of ''dharma'' and to remove the disturbances created by irreligious elements. <div c...")
  • 06:50, 18 January 2026 Anurag talk contribs created page Establishing Relationship with Kṛṣṇa (Created page with "The fundamental mission of human life is to revive the dormant relationship between the soul and the Supreme Personality of Godhead, Kṛṣṇa. Śrīla Prabhupāda explains that the Kṛṣṇa consciousness movement is designed to help individuals break their servitude to ''māyā'' and reestablish themselves as loving servants of the Lord. This process is not a theoretical speculation but a practical science involving the spiritual master, the Deity, and the purifica...")
  • 06:25, 18 January 2026 Anurag talk contribs created page Establishing Relationship with God (Created page with "According to Śrīla Prabhupāda, religion is not a matter of blind faith or sectarian dogma; it is the science of reconnecting the consciousness with its source. The very word ''yoga'' means "to link up." The primary purpose of the human form of life is to revive the eternal relationship between the living entity and the Supreme Personality of Godhead. This revival is the foundation of true happiness and the prerequisite for returning home, back to Godhead. <div class=...")
  • 05:53, 18 January 2026 Anurag talk contribs created page Immediate Results of Surrendering to Kṛṣṇa (Created page with "A common misconception among spiritual seekers is that liberation is a distant goal, attainable only after lifetimes of severe austerity. Śrīla Prabhupāda, however, emphasizes the immediacy of Kṛṣṇa's mercy. He explains that the transaction between the soul and God is instantaneous: as soon as one voluntarily surrenders to Kṛṣṇa, the Lord reciprocates by offering immediate protection and freedom from material contamination. <div class="toc-right">__TOC__<...")
  • 05:35, 18 January 2026 Anurag talk contribs created page Arjuna's Surrender to Kṛṣṇa (Created page with "The ''Bhagavad-gītā'' was spoken to Arjuna not merely because he was a close friend of Kṛṣṇa, but because he attained the requisite qualification of a disciple: complete surrender. Śrīla Prabhupāda explains that at the onset of the Battle of Kurukṣetra, Arjuna was bewildered by material affection for his family members. It was only when he set aside his own reasoning and surrendered to Kṛṣṇa as his spiritual master that the transcendental knowledge of...")
  • 17:24, 17 January 2026 Anurag talk contribs deleted page Mission to Establish God (content was: "#REDIRECT Establishing the Supremacy of God", and the only contributor was "Anurag" (talk))
  • 17:24, 17 January 2026 Anurag talk contribs moved page Mission to Establish God to Establishing the Supremacy of God
  • 17:23, 17 January 2026 Anurag talk contribs deleted page Material Body Is Cause of All Miseries (content was: "#REDIRECT The Material Body as the Cause of All Misery", and the only contributor was "Anurag" (talk))
  • 17:22, 17 January 2026 Anurag talk contribs moved page Material Body Is Cause of All Miseries to The Material Body as the Cause of All Misery
  • 17:21, 17 January 2026 Anurag talk contribs deleted page Kṛṣṇa the Active Principle of Everything (content was: "#REDIRECT Kṛṣṇa as the Active Principle of Everything", and the only contributor was "Anurag" (talk))
  • 17:21, 17 January 2026 Anurag talk contribs moved page Kṛṣṇa the Active Principle of Everything to Kṛṣṇa as the Active Principle of Everything
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