User contributions for Anurag
24 January 2026
- 05:3505:35, 24 January 2026 diff hist +357 Dedicating All Activities for Satisfying God No edit summary current
- 05:3405:34, 24 January 2026 diff hist +424 Decline of Quality Without Education and Culture No edit summary current
- 05:3405:34, 24 January 2026 diff hist +359 Darkness - Material and Spiritual Perspectives No edit summary current
- 05:3405:34, 24 January 2026 diff hist +351 Darkest Regions of Material Existence No edit summary current
- 05:3205:32, 24 January 2026 diff hist +356 Dangers of Riding the Chariot of the Mind No edit summary current
- 05:3205:32, 24 January 2026 diff hist +355 Dangers of Prematurely Becoming an Ācārya No edit summary current
- 05:3105:31, 24 January 2026 diff hist +442 Dangers of Education for Sense Gratification No edit summary
- 05:3105:31, 24 January 2026 diff hist +429 Dangers of Desiring Money in Material Existence No edit summary
- 05:2905:29, 24 January 2026 diff hist +429 Dangers of Acting Whimsically without Authority No edit summary current
- 05:2905:29, 24 January 2026 diff hist +429 Dangers of Accumulating Money More than Necessary No edit summary
- 05:2805:28, 24 January 2026 diff hist +420 Danger of Interpreting Scripture According to One's Own Whims No edit summary current
- 05:2705:27, 24 January 2026 diff hist +371 Danger of Fighting Amongst Ourselves No edit summary current
23 January 2026
- 21:0721:07, 23 January 2026 diff hist +413 A Brāhmaṇa's Role and Qualifications in Vedic Culture No edit summary current
- 20:4720:47, 23 January 2026 diff hist −53 The Soul Is Immortal - The Science of the Indestructible Self No edit summary
- 18:5218:52, 23 January 2026 diff hist +9,113 N Science and Transmission of Devotional Service Created page with "Devotional service to the Supreme Lord is the ultimate subject matter of Vedic knowledge. However, Śrīla Prabhupāda emphasizes that this science cannot be understood by mental speculation or dry logic. It is a transcendental process that must be received through aural reception from a bona fide spiritual master. Whether one is a child, a king, or a modern youth, the instructions regarding ''bhakti-yoga'' have the power to purify the heart and awaken the dormant love f..."
- 18:1918:19, 23 January 2026 diff hist −17 From Abominable to Saintly - Power of Devotion →Responsibility in Society and Family
- 18:0918:09, 23 January 2026 diff hist 0 m From Abominable to Saintly - Power of Devotion Anurag moved page Rectifying Soul from Abominable Actions to From Abominable to Saintly - Power of Devotion
- 17:5917:59, 23 January 2026 diff hist +8,896 N Avoiding Sentimentalism About Lord Caitanya Created page with "Śrī Caitanya Mahāprabhu is the Golden Avatāra who distributed the love of Godhead freely to everyone. However, Śrīla Prabhupāda warns that approaching Him requires more than just emotional sentiment. There is a tendency among materialistic persons to view Lord Caitanya's life—particularly His renunciation of family life—through a sentimental lens, reducing His profound spiritual mission to a mere human drama. True understanding of Lord Caitanya is reserved for..."
- 17:4817:48, 23 January 2026 diff hist +8,478 N From Abominable to Saintly - Power of Devotion Created page with "In the material world, the conditioned soul is often driven by the dictates of the senses to perform "abominable actions." Śrīla Prabhupāda strictly warns against these activities—chiefly illicit sex, meat-eating, intoxication, and gambling—because they entangle the living entity in the cycle of birth and death. However, the philosophy of Kṛṣṇa consciousness is one of hope and rectification. Through the mercy of the spiritual master and the process of devoti..."
- 13:2213:22, 23 January 2026 diff hist −4 Abominable Conditions and Illusion of Māyā No edit summary
- 13:2113:21, 23 January 2026 diff hist +8,418 N Abominable Conditions and Illusion of Māyā Created page with "In his teachings, Śrīla Prabhupāda provides a vivid description of the "abominable" (''jugupsitam'') states of material existence. He explains that while certain conditions are objectively wretched—such as the life of a hog or the ten months spent in a womb—the living entity remains satisfied due to the potent illusion of ''māyā''. This "spell of ''māyā''" prevents the soul from desiring a way out of its degraded situation. Understanding why life becomes abomi..."
- 13:0113:01, 23 January 2026 diff hist +8,821 N Sincerity - Qualification to be Able to Understand Created page with "The science of God is often described as deep and confidential, yet Śrīla Prabhupāda clarifies that it is accessible to any human being who possesses little intelligence and, most importantly, sincerity. While mundane scholars with high academic degrees often find themselves unable to understand the spiritual reality, a sincere seeker who approaches the subject through the proper channel can grasp the highest truths. To be able to understand Kṛṣṇa and our relati..."
- 09:3209:32, 23 January 2026 diff hist +8,908 N Only Kṛṣṇa Is Able to Give Protection Created page with "The search for security is a fundamental drive of the living entity. We surround ourselves with family, accumulate wealth, and depend on the government, believing these will keep us safe. However, Śrīla Prabhupāda shatters this illusion by pointing out that when death arrives, none of these temporary shelters are able to give protection. The only true protector is the Supreme Personality of Godhead, Kṛṣṇa. Realizing this fact and placing one's full faith in Kṛ..."
- 09:2309:23, 23 January 2026 diff hist +8,518 N Unlimited Bliss - Being Able to Enjoy Spiritually Created page with "The desire for enjoyment is natural to every living entity, but Śrīla Prabhupāda explains that in our current conditioned state, we are not actually able to enjoy. Material life is compared to a disease that dulls the senses and makes true happiness impossible. Just as a man suffering from fever cannot enjoy a feast, a soul covered by the material body cannot experience real pleasure. The Kṛṣṇa consciousness movement teaches that by curing the senses through pur..."
- 09:1409:14, 23 January 2026 diff hist 0 m Best Policy Is to Abide by the Orders of God Anurag moved page Best Policy is to Abide by the Orders of God to Best Policy Is to Abide by the Orders of God
- 09:1309:13, 23 January 2026 diff hist −18 Qualification to Control the Senses No edit summary
- 09:1309:13, 23 January 2026 diff hist +8,590 N Qualification to Control the Senses Created page with "The ability to control the senses is the fundamental dividing line between spiritual advancement and material bondage. Śrīla Prabhupāda explains that a person who is driven by the dictates of the senses is a servant of the senses (''godāsa''), whereas one who is able to control them is a master (''gosvāmī''). This qualification is essential for anyone aspiring to become a ''brāhmaṇa'', a ''sannyāsī'', or a pure devotee. Without this mastery, especially over th..."
- 09:0209:02, 23 January 2026 diff hist +8,076 N Highest Yogi Abides by Kṛṣṇa Created page with "In the concluding verses of the Sixth Chapter of ''Bhagavad-gītā'', the Supreme Personality of Godhead delivers the final verdict on the perfection of ''yoga''. Śrīla Prabhupāda frequently cites this verse to demonstrate that the true ''yogī'' is not one who merely controls the breath or sits in a specific posture, but one who abides in Kṛṣṇa. This state of abiding is characterized by great faith and constant engagement in transcendental loving service, makin..."
- 08:5108:51, 23 January 2026 diff hist +8,624 N Best Policy Is to Abide by the Orders of God Created page with "In the midst of complex theological debates and sectarian differences, Śrīla Prabhupāda presents a simple yet profound truth: the essence of spiritual life is to abide by the orders of God. This principle is not merely a religious sentiment but the constitutional necessity of the living entity. Just as a subordinate serves a superior, the finite living being finds their true position and happiness only by abiding by the will of the Infinite. Śrīla Prabhupāda terms..."
- 08:2808:28, 23 January 2026 diff hist 0 m A Critique of this Modern Age Anurag moved page A Critique of Modern Age to A Critique of this Modern Age
- 06:3506:35, 23 January 2026 diff hist +8,062 N Religion Means to Abide by Orders of Kṛṣṇa Created page with "In a world filled with diverse religious designations and complex theological arguments, Śrīla Prabhupāda presents a definition of religion that is both universal and strikingly simple: to abide by the orders of Kṛṣṇa. This principle cuts through sectarian differences, establishing that the essence of spiritual life is obedience to the Supreme Authority. Whether one is a human being or a demigod, or even a natural force like the Pacific Ocean, perfection lies in..."
- 06:2306:23, 23 January 2026 diff hist +8,558 N Abhidheya - Practical Act of Devotional Service Created page with "In the science of Kṛṣṇa consciousness, knowledge alone is not enough; it must be transformed into practical action. Śrīla Prabhupāda explains this through the Vedic concept of ''abhidheya''. Once a living entity understands their eternal relationship with Kṛṣṇa (''sambandha''), they must act upon that understanding. This acting is called ''abhidheya''. It is the stage of regulated devotional service where the devotee engages their senses in the service of..."
- 04:1304:13, 23 January 2026 diff hist +4 Caitanya's Establishing of the Saṅkīrtana Movement No edit summary
22 January 2026
- 18:1418:14, 22 January 2026 diff hist +10,146 N Caitanya's Establishing of the Saṅkīrtana Movement Created page with "The appearance of Lord Caitanya Mahāprabhu marked a pivotal shift in spiritual history, as He came to establish the practical application of ''Vedic'' truth for the modern age. By introducing the ''Saṅkīrtana'' movement—the congregational chanting of the Holy Names of God—He provided an easy and sublime method for the deliverance of all people. Śrīla Prabhupāda explains that Lord Caitanya did not merely introduce a new sentiment; He established a scientific an..."
- 17:5117:51, 22 January 2026 diff hist +9,516 N Most Authorized Path of Devotion Created page with "In the search for Absolute Truth, Śrīla Prabhupāda emphasizes that one cannot rely on the imperfect senses or the changing feelings of the mind. Instead, one must seek out the most authorized path, which is defined by its origin in the Supreme Personality of Godhead. A path is considered authorized when it is supported by the three pillars of spiritual certainty: ''guru'' (the spiritual master), ''śāstra'' (the scriptures), and ''sādhu'' (the saintly predecessors)...."
- 16:0416:04, 22 January 2026 diff hist 0 m Cultivating the Gopīs' Pure Mood Anurag moved page Cultivating the Pure Mood of Gopīs to Cultivating the Gopīs' Pure Mood
- 15:5815:58, 22 January 2026 diff hist +9,456 N Most Abominable Activities Created page with "In the science of Kṛṣṇa consciousness, Śrīla Prabhupāda draws a clear line between behavior that elevates the soul and behavior that is "most abominable." Abominable actions are those rooted in deep ignorance and passion, dragging the living entity toward hellish planetary systems and lower species of life. While modern civilization often celebrates or normalizes these degradations, Śrīla Prabhupāda provides the spiritual vision to recognize these traps and e..."
- 15:4715:47, 22 January 2026 diff hist +8,932 N Morality as a Preliminary Step to God Consciousness Created page with "In the Vedic tradition, morality is viewed as the necessary preparation for the soul's journey back to its original spiritual state. Śrīla Prabhupāda explains that before one can comprehend the confidential science of Kṛṣṇa consciousness, one must first be established on the platform of human decency and ethical restraint. Morality serves to purify the heart from the grossest forms of passion and ignorance, creating the mental clarity required to inquire into th..."
- 15:4215:42, 22 January 2026 diff hist +18 Role of Moral Principles in Human Civilization No edit summary
- 15:2015:20, 22 January 2026 diff hist +9,192 N Role of Moral Principles in Human Civilization Created page with "In the teachings of Śrīla Prabhupāda, moral principles are the bedrock of a functional and progressive human society. Without these principles, human life is reduced to a more sophisticated version of animal existence, focused solely on bodily necessities. Śrīla Prabhupāda explains that morality is not an end in itself but a crucial stepping stone that prepares the heart for the higher realizations of God consciousness. By adhering to ethical standards, the living..."
- 14:3914:39, 22 January 2026 diff hist +8,954 N Social and Spiritual Application of Moral Instructions Created page with "Moral instructions, or ''nīti-śāstra'', serve as the foundational guidelines for a regulated and civilized human life. Śrīla Prabhupāda frequently references the wisdom of great authorities like Cāṇakya Paṇḍita to illustrate how one should behave in the material world to avoid unnecessary entanglement and trouble. However, he also clarifies that while these instructions provide social and ethical stability, the ultimate purpose of human life is to transcend..."
- 14:2514:25, 22 January 2026 diff hist 0 m Greatness of the Most Insignificant Anurag moved page Greatness of Most Insignificant to Greatness of the Most Insignificant
- 14:2314:23, 22 January 2026 diff hist 0 m Cultivating the Gopīs' Pure Mood Anurag moved page Cultivating the Pure Mood of Gopis to Cultivating the Pure Mood of Gopīs
- 14:2214:22, 22 January 2026 diff hist +7,872 N Cultivating the Gopīs' Pure Mood Created page with "The highest platform of devotional service is found in the mood of the ''gopīs'' of Vṛndāvana, whose love for Kṛṣṇa is unalloyed and free from any tinge of selfishness. Śrīla Prabhupāda explains that this mood is not a subject for cheap imitation but a deeply advanced spiritual realization. By examining the examples of Śrī Caitanya Mahāprabhu and the Six Gosvāmīs, one can understand that the essence of this mood lies in the intense desire to please the..."
- 14:0714:07, 22 January 2026 diff hist +8,308 N Cause and Remedy for Suffering of a Conditioned Soul Created page with "The condition of the living entity within the material world is one of intrinsic struggle and suffering. Having turned away from the eternal service of the Supreme Lord, the conditioned soul becomes entangled in the complex machinery of material nature. Śrīla Prabhupāda explains that this suffering is not merely a punishment but a structural reality of material existence, designed to rectify the soul's consciousness. The following sections explore the origins of this..."
- 13:5213:52, 22 January 2026 diff hist −13 Compassion for Suffering Humanity No edit summary
- 13:5113:51, 22 January 2026 diff hist +9,912 N Compassion for Suffering Humanity Created page with "The world is filled with organizations dedicated to relieving human suffering—hospitals, charities, international aid bodies—yet the volume of suffering only seems to increase. Śrīla Prabhupāda offers a radical perspective on this paradox. He teaches that real compassion is not just feeding the body or curing a disease, which are temporary solutions for a temporary body. Real compassion means delivering the soul from the cycle of birth and death. This article expl..."
- 13:4213:42, 22 January 2026 diff hist +8,253 N Necessity of Submission Created page with "In the modern ethos, "submission" is often a dirty word, synonymous with defeat or weakness. However, Śrīla Prabhupāda reframes submission as an inescapable reality of existence. Whether we like it or not, we are all submitting to something—be it the government, the laws of nature, our own senses, or a higher spiritual power. The question is not if we will submit, but to whom. This article explores the philosophy that true freedom is found not in rebellious independ..."
- 13:0413:04, 22 January 2026 diff hist +7,176 N Remain Submissive to Kṛṣṇa Created page with "In the pursuit of spiritual perfection, the modern world often emphasizes assertiveness and intellectual dominance. However, Śrīla Prabhupāda presents a counter-intuitive truth: to conquer the unconquerable Supreme Lord, one must "remain submissive to Kṛṣṇa." This submission is not a sign of weakness but the only means to access the unlimited strength and intelligence of the Godhead. This article explores why Kṛṣṇa reveals Himself only to the submissive so..."
- 12:3012:30, 22 January 2026 diff hist 0 m Becoming Submissive to a Spiritual Master Anurag moved page Becoming Submissive to the Spiritual Master to Becoming Submissive to a Spiritual Master