User contributions for Navakishora Mukunda

21 January 2026

• 07:3207:32, 21 January 2026 diff hist +8,782‎ N Enhancing Faith through the Narration of Dhruva's Activities ‎ Created page with "The historical accounts found in the Vedic literatures are designed to provide more than just information; they are intended to purify the heart. Śrīla Prabhupāda emphasizes that the deeds performed by the young prince Dhruva are especially potent in this regard. These accounts, described in detail within the Fourth Canto of the ''Śrīmad-Bhāgavatam'', illustrate how a determined soul can move from material ambition to spiritual perfection. This article explores the..."
• 07:1907:19, 21 January 2026 diff hist +8,801‎ N A Realm Beyond Brahmā - The Spiritual Fulfillment of What Dhruva Wanted ‎ Created page with "The journey of the young prince Dhruva begins at a crossroads of material ambition and spiritual potential. Śrīla Prabhupāda explains that the specific nature of Dhruva Wants was initially shaped by a desire for revenge and the longing for a kingdom greater than any achieved by his forefathers. However, this narration is not merely about a boy getting a kingdom; it is about the transformation of the human heart through the touch of the Divine. This article examines th..."
• 07:1007:10, 21 January 2026 diff hist +9,021‎ N Determined Devotion - How Five-Year-Old Dhruva Mahārāja Conquered the Lord ‎ Created page with "The history of Dhruva Mahārāja is one of the most inspiring narrations in the Vedic literatures. It demonstrates that age and physical strength are not barriers to spiritual perfection; rather, it is the intensity of one's determination and the sincerity of one’s purpose that matter. Śrīla Prabhupāda teaches that the same success achieved by Dhruva is available to anyone who takes to devotional service with serious intent. This article discusses the young prince's..."
• 07:0107:01, 21 January 2026 diff hist +9,266‎ N Beyond Sentiment - The Practical Compassion of Devotees of God ‎ Created page with "Compassion is often viewed as a soft, emotional response, but in the life of a transcendentalist, it is a rigorous principle of action. Śrīla Prabhupāda teaches that the compassion of a devotee of God is a manifestation of their self-realized nature. It is a quality that remains steady even in the face of personal injury or political upheaval. This article delves into historical examples of this virtue, contrasting material attachment with the spiritual empathy that d..."
• 06:5506:55, 21 January 2026 diff hist +8,992‎ N More Merciful than the Lord - The Active Compassion of Devotees of God ‎ Created page with "Spiritual perfection is not merely a state of personal liberation but a state of universal concern. Śrīla Prabhupāda teaches that the compassion of a devotee of God is the most prominent feature of a soul who has truly assimilated the essence of the ''Vedas''. This divine quality drives the devotee to leave the seclusion of spiritual centers to help those who are suffering in the clutches of illusion. This article examines the duty of a devotee to enlighten the ignora..."
• 06:5106:51, 21 January 2026 diff hist +5‎ Twelve Types and the Indirect Mellow of Compassion in Devotional Service to God ‎No edit summary
• 06:4906:49, 21 January 2026 diff hist +8,629‎ N Twelve Types and the Indirect Mellow of Compassion in Devotional Service to God ‎ Created page with "The study of ''bhakti'', or devotional service, is a complex science of the heart. Śrīla Prabhupāda, following the authoritative works of the ''ācāryas'', explains that the interaction between the soul and Kṛṣṇa is not limited to a single emotion. Instead, it is divided into twelve specific mellows, or ''rasas''. This article focuses on the indirect ecstasy of compassion in devotional service to god, examining its internal symptoms, its compatibility with othe..."
• 06:4606:46, 21 January 2026 diff hist +8,598‎ N Matchless Gift of Compassion for the Fallen Souls ‎ Created page with "In the material world, living entities are often lost in ignorance and suffering. Śrīla Prabhupāda teaches that the ultimate solution to this condition is the mercy bestowed by the Supreme Lord and His devotees. This compassion for the fallen souls is not a mundane sentiment but a profound spiritual force that aims to restore the soul to its eternal relationship with God. This article examines how the Lord and His confidential servants act as philanthropic agents to r..."
• 06:3706:37, 21 January 2026 diff hist +7,542‎ N Peril of Being Overly Compassionate for the Material Body ‎ Created page with "Spiritual life requires a clear distinction between the eternal soul and the temporary physical form. Śrīla Prabhupāda explains that even a virtue like being compassionate can lead to a falldown if it is based on a material conception of life. Through historical narratives, we see that when a devotee becomes preoccupied with the material distress of others to the exclusion of their spiritual duty, they risk becoming entangled in the very energy they are trying to tran..."
• 06:3106:31, 21 January 2026 diff hist +8,217‎ N True Application of Compassion ‎ Created page with "In the spiritual tradition, the quality of being compassionate is considered a hallmark of a divine nature. Śrīla Prabhupāda explains that a person who is truly compassionate cannot remain indifferent to the suffering of others. However, he also provides a crucial warning: for compassion to be effective, it must be applied to the soul rather than merely the temporary material body. This article examines the Vedic definition of compassion, the exemplary mercy shown by..."
• 05:4805:48, 21 January 2026 diff hist −19‎ Defects of Modern Society ‎No edit summary current
• 05:4505:45, 21 January 2026 diff hist −15‎ Money for Sense Gratification ‎No edit summary
• 05:1905:19, 21 January 2026 diff hist +3‎ Molding Life for Kṛṣṇa Consciousness ‎No edit summary
• 05:1705:17, 21 January 2026 diff hist −10‎ Molding Life for Kṛṣṇa Consciousness ‎No edit summary
• 05:1505:15, 21 January 2026 diff hist −19‎ Transcending the Modes of Nature ‎No edit summary current
• 05:1205:12, 21 January 2026 diff hist −19‎ Entanglement in Modes of Material Nature ‎No edit summary current
• 05:0905:09, 21 January 2026 diff hist +68‎ Spiritual Dissatisfaction in the Modern World ‎No edit summary current
• 05:0105:01, 21 January 2026 diff hist −18‎ Spiritual Decline in Modern Times ‎No edit summary current
• 04:4004:40, 21 January 2026 diff hist −14‎ Speculations of Modern Thinkers ‎No edit summary
• 04:0604:06, 21 January 2026 diff hist −18‎ Limitations of Material Scientists ‎No edit summary current
• 03:5503:55, 21 January 2026 diff hist +182‎ A Woman Can Become a Guru ‎No edit summary

20 January 2026

• 13:4613:46, 20 January 2026 diff hist −18‎ Why the Soul Can Never Become Zero ‎No edit summary
• 13:4513:45, 20 January 2026 diff hist −18‎ Test of Bhakti - Becoming Uninterested in Material Advancement ‎No edit summary
• 13:4413:44, 20 January 2026 diff hist −18‎ Vaccination of Consciousness - Becoming Transcendental in the Age of Kali ‎No edit summary
• 13:4313:43, 20 January 2026 diff hist −18‎ The Secret of Success - Becoming Successful by Satisfying the Supreme ‎No edit summary
• 13:4213:42, 20 January 2026 diff hist −18‎ Conquering the Unconquerable - The Power of Becoming Submissive ‎No edit summary
• 13:4213:42, 20 January 2026 diff hist −18‎ Cool Heads and Sincere Hearts - The Necessity of Becoming Sober ‎No edit summary
• 13:4113:41, 20 January 2026 diff hist −18‎ Transcending the Spells of Time - Becoming Situated in the Eternal Activities of the Soul ‎No edit summary
• 13:3513:35, 20 January 2026 diff hist −18‎ Portal to Divinity - The Path to Becoming Sinless ‎No edit summary
• 13:3313:33, 20 January 2026 diff hist −18‎ Burden of the Earth - The Consequences of Becoming Sinful ‎No edit summary
• 13:3213:32, 20 January 2026 diff hist −18‎ A Torch of Knowledge - The Path to Become Self-realized ‎No edit summary
• 13:3113:31, 20 January 2026 diff hist −18‎ Watering the Root - The Secret of Becoming Fully Satisfied ‎No edit summary
• 13:2913:29, 20 January 2026 diff hist −18‎ Surrender to the Divine Will - The Path of Becoming Saintly ‎No edit summary
• 13:2713:27, 20 January 2026 diff hist −18‎ The True Possession - Becoming Rich in Kṛṣṇa Consciousness ‎No edit summary
• 13:2513:25, 20 January 2026 diff hist −18‎ Japa Beads - The Foundation of Spiritual Strength ‎No edit summary
• 13:1013:10, 20 January 2026 diff hist −18‎ Beyond kaitava - The Real Meaning of Becoming Religious ‎No edit summary
• 13:0713:07, 20 January 2026 diff hist −18‎ The Secret of Vision - Becoming Qualified to See the Supreme Lord ‎No edit summary
• 13:0513:05, 20 January 2026 diff hist −18‎ Yoga for the Tongue - Becoming Purified through Sound and Taste ‎No edit summary
• 13:0313:03, 20 January 2026 diff hist −20‎ Antiseptic Touch - How the Soul Becomes Purified in Kṛṣṇa's Presence ‎No edit summary
• 12:5812:58, 20 January 2026 diff hist −20‎ Dissolving the Mirage - The Subtle Trap of Becoming Falsely Proud ‎No edit summary
• 12:3912:39, 20 January 2026 diff hist −16‎ Becoming Prominent - From Material Phantasmagoria to Divine Ecstasy ‎No edit summary
• 12:3712:37, 20 January 2026 diff hist −18‎ Strength through Surrender - The Path of Becoming Powerful ‎No edit summary
• 10:5610:56, 20 January 2026 diff hist +8,139‎ N Why the Soul Can Never Become Zero ‎ Created page with "In many philosophical circles, liberation is equated with the cessation of all activity and the merging into a void. Śrīla Prabhupāda explains that this desire to become zero is a reaction to the miseries of the material body. However, he clarifies that such a state is both artificial and impossible to maintain. This article explores the difference between the "zero philosophy" of the voidists and the "active devotion" of the Vaisnavas, highlighting how the soul finds..."
• 10:4910:49, 20 January 2026 diff hist +8,009‎ N Test of Bhakti - Becoming Uninterested in Material Advancement ‎ Created page with "In the pursuit of spiritual life, the most tangible evidence of success is a shift in one's desires. Śrīla Prabhupāda teaches that the ultimate test of ''bhakti'' is how much an individual manages to become uninterested in the temporary allurements of material progress. This is not an act of will alone but a symptom of awakening to our real identity. This article discusses the nature of this transcendental detachment, the importance of the "higher taste," and the role..."
• 10:4010:40, 20 January 2026 diff hist +7,833‎ N Vaccination of Consciousness - Becoming Transcendental in the Age of Kali ‎ Created page with "The current era, known as Kali-yuga, is described as being filled with spiritual and moral defects. Śrīla Prabhupāda teaches that the only way to remain unaffected by this environment is to become transcendental. This state is not an abstract concept but a practical shift in identity—moving from the bodily concept of life to a spiritual one. This article discusses the instructions of the ''Bhagavad-gītā'' on rising above the material modes and the process of spiri..."
• 10:3310:33, 20 January 2026 diff hist +8,192‎ N The Secret of Success - Becoming Successful by Satisfying the Supreme ‎ Created page with "Human society is often preoccupied with making plans for economic development or political stability, yet Śrīla Prabhupāda observes that many of these endeavors never reach fulfillment. He teaches that to truly become successful, one must look beyond material results and aim for the satisfaction of Kṛṣṇa. This article explores the various dimensions of spiritual success—ranging from the engagement of personal talents to the absolute necessity of following the..."
• 10:1310:13, 20 January 2026 diff hist +7,260‎ N Conquering the Unconquerable - The Power of Becoming Submissive ‎ Created page with "The Absolute Truth is often described as ''ajita'', or the Unconquerable. Śrīla Prabhupāda explains that while no amount of intellectual strength can force the Lord to appear, He is easily "conquered" by those who adopt a humble heart. The struggle to understand the Divine through mental speculation is a hallmark of the modern age, but the true path is found in the simple act of becoming submissive. This article discusses how submission serves as the crucial test of a..."
• 10:0410:04, 20 January 2026 diff hist +8,232‎ N Cool Heads and Sincere Hearts - The Necessity of Becoming Sober ‎ Created page with "The path of self-realization is often blocked by a restless mind and an impulsive heart. Śrīla Prabhupāda teaches that to advance in Kṛṣṇa consciousness, one must strive to become sober. This state of sobriety, known as the ''dhīra'' quality, is not merely a lack of intoxication but a profound status of self-control and clarity. This article explores how becoming sober allows a person to find their real position, act with responsibility, and navigate the challe..."
• 09:5709:57, 20 January 2026 diff hist +8,091‎ N Transcending the Spells of Time - Becoming Situated in the Eternal Activities of the Soul ‎ Created page with "Material existence is characterized by the living entity being under the spell of eternal time, caught between the regrets of the past and the anxieties of the future. Śrīla Prabhupāda teaches that the highest aim of human life is to break this cycle and become situated in our original constitutional position as eternal servants of God. By purifying our consciousness and aligning our activities with the transcendental energy of the Lord, we can move beyond the slumber..."
• 09:5009:50, 20 January 2026 diff hist +7,524‎ N Portal to Divinity - The Path to Becoming Sinless ‎ Created page with "The journey toward self-realization requires a solid foundation in moral and spiritual purity. Śrīla Prabhupāda teaches that according to the Vedic system, we must all strive toward the goal of becoming sinless, as God is the purest of the pure. Just as an impure living entity cannot enter a sterile environment, one must be completely cleansed of material contamination to enter the kingdom of God. This article examines the practical steps and the philosophical necessi..."