User contributions for Navakishora Mukunda

20 January 2026

• 09:4509:45, 20 January 2026 diff hist +8,322‎ N Burden of the Earth - The Consequences of Becoming Sinful ‎ Created page with "Material suffering is not an accidental occurrence but a direct reaction to the violation of universal laws. Śrīla Prabhupāda explains that when the human society chooses to become sinful by ignoring the instructions of the Supreme Lord, it triggers a series of natural and social disasters. This article examines the definition of sin as disobedience to divine authority and the heavy toll that such actions place upon the Earth and the future of human civilization. <di..."
• 09:4109:41, 20 January 2026 diff hist +6,984‎ N A Torch of Knowledge - The Path to Become Self-realized ‎ Created page with "In material life, every living entity is absorbed in the thought that they are a physical body, leading to a life of constant fear and anxiety. Śrīla Prabhupāda explains that the only solution to this suffering is to become self-realized. This is not a difficult task if one follows the instructions given in sacred texts like the ''Bhagavad-gītā''. By shifting one's focus from material identification to spiritual service, a person can immediately experience a state o..."
• 09:3209:32, 20 January 2026 diff hist +2‎ Watering the Root - The Secret of Becoming Fully Satisfied ‎No edit summary
• 09:3209:32, 20 January 2026 diff hist +8,218‎ N Watering the Root - The Secret of Becoming Fully Satisfied ‎ Created page with "In the search for happiness, most people attempt to satisfy their senses through a variety of external adjustments. Śrīla Prabhupāda teaches that this approach is like trying to nourish a tree by pouring water on its leaves. Instead, the secret to becoming satisfied lies in reaching the root. Because every living entity is spiritually connected to the Supreme Lord, the fulfillment of the soul is contingent upon the satisfaction of Kṛṣṇa. This article explores th..."
• 08:5908:59, 20 January 2026 diff hist +7,245‎ N Surrender to the Divine Will - The Path of Becoming Saintly ‎ Created page with "In the Vedic conception, a saint is not necessarily a person who has retreated to the Himalayas for thousands of years. Śrīla Prabhupāda explains that the path of becoming saintly is accessible to anyone who surrenders to the Divine Will of the Almighty. This surrender immediately aligns the living entity with the supreme nature, washing away the contamination of past lives. This article explores how the simple acts of chanting, proper association, and submissive hear..."
• 08:5308:53, 20 January 2026 diff hist −4‎ The True Possession - Becoming Rich in Kṛṣṇa Consciousness ‎No edit summary
• 08:5208:52, 20 January 2026 diff hist +7,958‎ N The True Possession - Becoming Rich in Kṛṣṇa Consciousness ‎ Created page with "In the modern world, the measure of success is almost exclusively tied to one's bank balance and social standing. Śrīla Prabhupāda explains that while the ''karmī'' believes that happiness is found by transitioning from a poor man to a wealthy one, the actual goal of human life is to become spiritually rich. This article explores the unstable nature of material accumulation and the profound shift in perspective required to recognize Kṛṣṇa as the ultimate source..."
• 08:4408:44, 20 January 2026 diff hist +7,367‎ N Beyond kaitava - The Real Meaning of Becoming Religious ‎ Created page with "Religion is often misunderstood as a tool for economic development or a means to secure a higher standard of material life. Śrīla Prabhupāda clarifies that while such preliminary piety is better than animalistic irreligion, it remains a shadow of the true spiritual path. Real religiosity is a transformative training that aligns the soul with the will of the Supreme. This article examines the shift from "cheating" religion to a state of pure devotion that transcends al..."
• 08:3508:35, 20 January 2026 diff hist +6,763‎ N The Secret of Vision - Becoming Qualified to See the Supreme Lord ‎ Created page with "The ability to perceive the Divine is not a result of material ocular strength but a symptom of spiritual readiness. Śrīla Prabhupāda teaches that although the Supreme Lord is present everywhere, He remains invisible to the unqualified eye. To overcome this limitation, one must undergo a systematic training that purifies the heart and intelligence. This article discusses the path of spiritual education and the internal transformation required to see Kṛṣṇa always..."
• 08:2808:28, 20 January 2026 diff hist +7,116‎ N Yoga for the Tongue - Becoming Purified through Sound and Taste ‎ Created page with "In the pursuit of spiritual perfection, the most critical sensory organ to master is the tongue. Śrīla Prabhupāda explains that our material contamination is often maintained through our eating habits and our speech. However, in the process of Kṛṣṇa consciousness, the tongue is turned into a powerful tool for becoming purified. By changing our taste and our vibration, we can overturn years of material conditioning and awaken our original spiritual identity. <di..."
• 08:2108:21, 20 January 2026 diff hist +7,627‎ N Antiseptic Touch - How the Soul Becomes Purified in Kṛṣṇa's Presence ‎ Created page with "In the material world, the living entity's consciousness is constantly exposed to the contamination of the three modes of nature. Śrīla Prabhupāda explains that just as an iron rod becomes red-hot by constant contact with fire, the soul becomes purified through constant association with the "Supreme Pure," Kṛṣṇa. This article explores the various ways in which becoming purified occurs—from the antiseptic vibration of the holy name to the transformative power o..."
• 08:1308:13, 20 January 2026 diff hist +7,167‎ N Dissolving the Mirage - The Subtle Trap of Becoming Falsely Proud ‎ Created page with "The material world is a place where every living entity is struggling for prominence, often using birth, wealth, and education as the basis for their ego. Śrīla Prabhupāda identifies "Becoming Proud" as a subtle trap that not only ruins our material relationships but also acts as a complete barrier to spiritual inquiry. This article examines the dangerous nature of material pride and the Lord’s intervention to submerge such arrogance in the nectar of humility. <div..."
• 08:0708:07, 20 January 2026 diff hist +7,524‎ N Becoming Prominent - From Material Phantasmagoria to Divine Ecstasy ‎ Created page with "In the modern world, the drive to become prominent is often seen as the height of success. However, Śrīla Prabhupāda identifies this ambition as a double-edged sword. While the desire for social and economic prominence can lead to spiritual entanglement and the reinforcement of the false ego, there is a transcendental form of prominence—where divine qualities and ecstatic emotions take center stage in the life of a devotee. This article examines the transition from..."
• 07:4707:47, 20 January 2026 diff hist +7,642‎ N Strength through Surrender - The Path of Becoming Powerful ‎ Created page with "The desire to be influential and strong is inherent in every living being, but the methods for achieving such status vary greatly between the material and spiritual paths. Śrīla Prabhupāda teaches that becoming powerful is a science based on alignment with the Supreme Lord, Kṛṣṇa. Whether through physical discipline, mental focus, or spiritual surrender, power is always a gift from the Absolute. This article explores the disciplines required to gain such strengt..."
• 07:3507:35, 20 January 2026 diff hist +7,012‎ N Japa Beads - The Foundation of Spiritual Strength ‎ Created page with "In the Gauḍīya-''sampradāya'', the practice of ''japa''—the soft chanting of the holy name—is centered around the use of a ''japa-mālā'', or a string of beads. Śrīla Prabhupāda emphasizes that these beads are not merely a counting device but a sacred instrument that facilitates a devotee's daily vow. By chanting a prescribed number of rounds on these beads, a practitioner builds the spiritual stamina necessary to navigate the challenges of the material world..."
• 07:1907:19, 20 January 2026 diff hist −21‎ Arjuna's Surrender to Kṛṣṇa ‎No edit summary
• 07:1207:12, 20 January 2026 diff hist −21‎ Permanent Assets Accumulated in Devotional Service ‎No edit summary
• 07:0907:09, 20 January 2026 diff hist +243‎ Limitations of Modern Science ‎No edit summary
• 07:0607:06, 20 January 2026 diff hist −19‎ A Critique of Modern Politicians ‎No edit summary
• 07:0407:04, 20 January 2026 diff hist −15‎ Predicament of Modern Man ‎No edit summary
• 07:0107:01, 20 January 2026 diff hist −19‎ Critique of Modern Government ‎No edit summary
• 06:5806:58, 20 January 2026 diff hist −18‎ Transcending the Hard Struggle for Existence ‎No edit summary
• 06:5506:55, 20 January 2026 diff hist −21‎ Addicted to Intoxication and Sinful Life ‎No edit summary
• 06:4206:42, 20 January 2026 diff hist +27‎ Deliverance of Yavanas and Mlecchas Addicted to Drinking ‎No edit summary
• 06:3806:38, 20 January 2026 diff hist −21‎ Deliverance of Yavanas and Mlecchas Addicted to Drinking ‎No edit summary
• 06:3706:37, 20 January 2026 diff hist −25‎ Characteristics and Vision of Actually Self-realized Soul ‎No edit summary
• 06:3206:32, 20 January 2026 diff hist −21‎ Characteristics of One Who Is Actually Religious ‎No edit summary
• 06:3006:30, 20 January 2026 diff hist −37‎ Characteristics of One Who Is Actually Intelligent ‎No edit summary
• 06:2706:27, 20 January 2026 diff hist −17‎ Symptoms of Being Actually in Kṛṣṇa Consciousness ‎No edit summary
• 06:2506:25, 20 January 2026 diff hist −17‎ Transcendental Position of Those Actually in Devotional Service to God ‎No edit summary
• 06:2106:21, 20 January 2026 diff hist +4‎ Actually Following Vedic Principles and Disciplic Succession ‎No edit summary
• 06:2006:20, 20 January 2026 diff hist −9‎ Actually Following Vedic Principles and Disciplic Succession ‎No edit summary
• 06:1306:13, 20 January 2026 diff hist −21‎ Qualities Defining One Who Is Actually a Devotee of God ‎No edit summary
• 06:1006:10, 20 January 2026 diff hist −15‎ Government and Spiritual Responsibility ‎No edit summary
• 05:5805:58, 20 January 2026 diff hist −19‎ Modern Day Vaiṣṇavas ‎No edit summary
• 05:5405:54, 20 January 2026 diff hist −19‎ Modern Civilization - A Dead Body ‎No edit summary
• 05:5105:51, 20 January 2026 diff hist +1‎ Defects of Modern Civilization ‎No edit summary
• 05:4605:46, 20 January 2026 diff hist −19‎ Modern Age - Ignorance and Materialism ‎No edit summary
• 05:4305:43, 20 January 2026 diff hist +25‎ Modern Age - Ignorance and Materialism ‎No edit summary
• 05:3405:34, 20 January 2026 diff hist −19‎ A Critique of this Modern Age ‎No edit summary
• 05:3005:30, 20 January 2026 diff hist −26‎ Characteristics of Mode of Passion ‎No edit summary
• 05:2205:22, 20 January 2026 diff hist −19‎ Characteristics of Mode of Ignorance ‎No edit summary
• 05:1405:14, 20 January 2026 diff hist −23‎ Characteristics of Mode of Goodness ‎No edit summary
• 05:0705:07, 20 January 2026 diff hist −26‎ Characteristics of Mode of Darkness ‎No edit summary
• 05:0505:05, 20 January 2026 diff hist +880‎ Kṛṣṇa and His Surrendered Souls ‎No edit summary
• 04:5904:59, 20 January 2026 diff hist −19‎ God and His Surrendered Souls ‎No edit summary
• 04:5504:55, 20 January 2026 diff hist −15‎ Fully Surrendering the Self ‎No edit summary
• 04:5304:53, 20 January 2026 diff hist −11‎ How to Fully Surrender to Kṛṣṇa ‎No edit summary
• 04:4904:49, 20 January 2026 diff hist −359‎ Characteristics of Fully Surrendered Devotee ‎No edit summary
• 04:3804:38, 20 January 2026 diff hist −19‎ Everyone Is Trying to Become the Master ‎No edit summary