User contributions for Navakishora Mukunda
26 January 2026
- 10:3610:36, 26 January 2026 diff hist +7,921 N The Essential Role of the Kṛṣṇa Consciousness Movement in Modern Society Created page with "Modern civilization is often characterized by a rapid advancement in material technology coupled with a precarious decline in spiritual awareness. Śrīla Prabhupāda presents the Kṛṣṇa consciousness movement as a vital and "essential" intervention designed to steer humanity away from a dangerous and godless path. Far from being a sectarian or religious fashion, this movement is described as an imperative science that bestows the most important knowledge of existen..."
- 10:3110:31, 26 January 2026 diff hist +10,003 N The Kṛṣṇa Consciousness Movement Is Creating a New Generation of Ideal Men Created page with "Societal stability depends on the quality of its citizens, yet modern civilization often lacks the "brain" required to guide humanity toward its real goal. Śrīla Prabhupāda presents the Kṛṣṇa consciousness movement as a transformative mission that is actively "creating" the necessary leadership for the world. This creative process is not a matter of material manufacture but of spiritual refinement—producing qualified ''brāhmaṇas'', saintly ''sādhus'', and..."
- 10:2010:20, 26 January 2026 diff hist +10,482 N The Scriptural and Philosophical Basis of the Kṛṣṇa Consciousness Movement Created page with "Spiritual legitimacy depends on a foundation that is both ancient and authorized. The Kṛṣṇa consciousness movement finds its "solid footing" in the timeless wisdom of the ''Vedas'', specifically the ''Bhagavad-gītā'' and ''Śrīmad-Bhāgavatam''. Śrīla Prabhupāda explains that this movement has not manufactured anything new; rather, it is strictly based on the teachings of Lord Kṛṣṇa and the previous ''ācāryas''. By grounding every activity in a scient..."
- 10:1210:12, 26 January 2026 diff hist +10,359 N The Kṛṣṇa Consciousness Movement Is Based on the Timeless Vedic Wisdom Created page with "The Kṛṣṇa consciousness movement is not a modern religious invention but a scientific revival of the ancient Vedic way of life. Śrīla Prabhupāda clarifies that this movement is strictly based on the ''śāstra'' and the authority of the ''Vedas'', which represent the original books of knowledge for humanity. Often described as a "revolutionary renaissance," the movement seeks to distribute the ripened fruit of Vedic wisdom to a world suffering from godlessness a..."
- 10:0310:03, 26 January 2026 diff hist +9,480 N The Kṛṣṇa Consciousness Movement Is Authorized and Rooted in Vedic Tradition Created page with "Legitimacy in spiritual life is determined by alignment with scriptural authority and the lineage of great teachers. Śrīla Prabhupāda emphasizes that the Kṛṣṇa consciousness movement is a "historically authorized" mission, directly descending from the Vedic tradition. It is not a modern manufacture or a sentimental fad but a scientific and age-old process confirmed by Lord Caitanya Mahāprabhu. By providing a "supreme call" based on the ''Bhagavad-gītā'', the..."
- 09:5709:57, 26 January 2026 diff hist +10,025 N The Vital Role of the Very Important Kṛṣṇa Consciousness Movement Created page with "At a time when global civilization is increasingly focused on external, material gains, the Kṛṣṇa consciousness movement offers a foundational shift toward the needs of the spirit soul. Often described by Śrīla Prabhupāda as a "life-giving" mission, this movement acts as a necessary corrective to the "shirt-coat" civilization of the modern age. It is a profound science of God that transcends sectarianism and fanatical faith, providing an authorized path for the..."
- 09:4809:48, 26 January 2026 diff hist +11,044 N The Kṛṣṇa Consciousness Movement Is a Spiritual Movement for the Re-spiritualization of the World Created page with "The Kṛṣṇa consciousness movement is defined by its Founder-Ācārya, Śrīla Prabhupāda, as a completely transcendental and spiritual movement. Śrīla Prabhupāda explains that while the world is occupied with material improvement, the real interest of every human being lies in spiritual upliftment. This movement is not a political or material manufacture but a "genuine spiritual movement" designed for the total rejuvenation of human society. By shifting the focu..."
- 09:4309:43, 26 January 2026 diff hist +11,538 N Understanding Why the Kṛṣṇa Consciousness Movement Is a Scientific Movement Created page with "The Kṛṣṇa consciousness movement is frequently defined by its Founder-Ācārya, Śrīla Prabhupāda, as a rigorous and transcendental science. Śrīla Prabhupāda explains that Kṛṣṇa consciousness is not a "bluff sentiment" or a "bogus hoax" but a course of education based on the authoritative science of the soul. As a world-teacher, he presents this movement as the "science of sciences," designed to enlighten human society and solve the problems of life thro..."
- 09:1809:18, 26 January 2026 diff hist +11,208 N The Kṛṣṇa Consciousness Movement Is a Revolutionary Movement Against Godless Civilization Created page with "The Kṛṣṇa consciousness movement is presented by its founder-ācārya, Śrīla Prabhupāda, as a profound and major spiritual revolution. As a fearless teacher and the representative of Lord Caitanya, Śrīla Prabhupāda explains that the current state of human society is one of "madness" and "godlessness." This movement is a revolutionary process designed to make the world "drop back" into its original consciousness. By challenging materialistic and atheistic conc..."
- 09:1209:12, 26 January 2026 diff hist +11,449 N Understanding Why the Kṛṣṇa Consciousness Movement Is a Religious Movement Created page with "The Kṛṣṇa consciousness movement is frequently defined by its founder-ācārya, Śrīla Prabhupāda, as a profound and scientific educational movement. While it is legally registered as a religious movement and recognized by the Supreme Court of New York as a "genuine religious movement," Śrīla Prabhupāda takes great care to distinguish it from the "so-called" religious movements based on sentiment or blind faith. As a visionary teacher who brought the wisdom of..."
- 08:5708:57, 26 January 2026 diff hist −18 The Soul Is Immortal - The Science of the Indestructible Self No edit summary current
- 08:5008:50, 26 January 2026 diff hist −18 The Sacred Vow - A Lexical Guide to Dīkṣā No edit summary
- 08:4808:48, 26 January 2026 diff hist −18 The Many Meanings of Śikṣā - A Lexical Guide to Spiritual Instruction No edit summary
- 08:2508:25, 26 January 2026 diff hist +10,739 N The Kṛṣṇa Consciousness Movement Is a Mission for Universal Welfare Created page with "The Kṛṣṇa consciousness movement is described by Śrīla Prabhupāda as a scientific mission of compassion. It is the direct continuation of the mission of Śrī Caitanya Mahāprabhu, aimed at delivering the fallen souls of the material world. Śrīla Prabhupāda emphasizes that this is not a religious sentiment but a vital necessity for the present society. By educating people on how to worship Lord Viṣṇu and providing them with the knowledge of the ''Bhagavad..."
- 08:1208:12, 26 January 2026 diff hist +10,901 N Joking with Kṛṣṇa and the Joy of Transcendental Humor Created page with "The transcendental pastimes of Lord Kṛṣṇa are characterized by an infinite variety of emotional exchanges, among which humor plays a significant role. Śrīla Prabhupāda explains that Kṛṣṇa is the source of all pleasure, including the joy found in laughter and wit. In the spiritual world, joking is an expression of deep intimacy and love, used by the Lord’s associates to refresh His mood and evoke His transcendental smile. Whether it is the playful banter..."
- 08:0108:01, 26 January 2026 diff hist +11,416 N Joining Kṛṣṇa in His Eternal Transcendental Pastimes Created page with "Lord Kṛṣṇa’s appearance in this material world is described by Śrīla Prabhupāda as a transcendental invitation to all living entities. The Lord descends from His eternal abode to display His magnificent pastimes in Vṛndāvana, showing the conditioned souls the beauty of spiritual life and urging them to return to their original position. Joining Kṛṣṇa is the ultimate goal of the ''jīva'', and it is achieved not through material effort, but through a t..."
- 07:5607:56, 26 January 2026 diff hist +10,579 N Joining Śrī Caitanya Mahāprabhu - The Call to Eternal Service Created page with "The movement of Śrī Caitanya Mahāprabhu is a universal invitation to return to our original, spiritual nature. Śrīla Prabhupāda explains that the Lord’s ''saṅkīrtana'' movement is unique because it requires no previous qualification; anyone, regardless of their background, can join and become a perfect human being. From the wealthy and influential to the wild animals of the forest, the call of Śrī Caitanya Mahāprabhu is an irresistible force that awakens th..."
- 07:4807:48, 26 January 2026 diff hist +11,169 N Jīvo Jīvasya Jīvanam - One Living Being as Food for Another Created page with "In the material world, the struggle for existence is governed by a fundamental law of nature. Śrīla Prabhupāda often cites the ''sūtra'' from the ''Śrīmad-Bhāgavatam'' (1.13.47), ''jīvo jīvasya jīvanam'', which states that one living entity is the food for another. While this principle describes the mechanical reality of biological life, Śrīla Prabhupāda explains that the human form of life is specifically meant for transcending thi..."
- 07:3907:39, 26 January 2026 diff hist +11,305 N Understanding Jīva-tattva in Relation to Viṣṇu-tattva Created page with "The Vedic science of God realization is based on the precise understanding of different ''tattvas'', or truths. Śrīla Prabhupāda emphasizes that while everything emanates from Kṛṣṇa, not everything is equal to Kṛṣṇa. The fundamental distinction lies between ''viṣṇu-tattva''—the Supreme Personality of Godhead and His personal expansions—and ''jīva-tattva''—the minute, individual living entities. Confusion between these two categories leads to the..."
- 07:2507:25, 26 January 2026 diff hist +9,196 N Understanding the Jiva Soul and the Supersoul Created page with "According to Śrīla Prabhupāda and the Vedic literatures, there is a distinct difference between the individual soul (''jīva'') and the Supreme Soul (Paramātmā). The Māyāvādī philosophers often confuse the two, claiming they are identical, but Kṛṣṇa clearly distinguishes them in the ''Bhagavad-gītā''. The ''jīva'' is the minute, atomic spark of life struggling within the material body, while the Supersoul is the infinite, all-pervading witness who direc..."
- 07:1907:19, 26 January 2026 diff hist +8,920 N Attaining True Spiritual Enlightenment through Devotional Service Created page with "Spiritual enlightenment is the ultimate goal of the human form of life. Śrīla Prabhupāda teaches that without this enlightenment, human society is no better than a polished civilization of animals—"dogs, hogs, camels, and asses." True enlightenment is not a mental concoction or a flash of voidism; it is the scientific understanding of one's identity as a servant of God. It is the transition from the darkness of material ignorance, where one identifies with the body,..."
- 07:0607:06, 26 January 2026 diff hist +9,358 N Essential Duty to Carry Out the Orders of Our Spiritual Master Created page with "The relationship between the disciple and the spiritual master is the pivot around which spiritual life revolves. Śrīla Prabhupāda teaches that the spiritual master is not a fashion or a pet to be kept for social prestige; he is the transparent via medium to Lord Kṛṣṇa. The disciple's only duty is to hear the orders of the spiritual master and execute them with life and soul. In these instructions, Śrīla Prabhupāda clarifies that spiritual advancement is not..."
- 06:5306:53, 26 January 2026 diff hist +10,393 N Divine Interactions Between Lord Kṛṣṇa and Nārada Muni Created page with "Throughout the Vedic literatures, the sage Nārada Muni appears as a constant companion and servant of the Supreme Lord. Śrīla Prabhupāda describes Nārada not merely as a wandering sage, but as a "transcendental spaceman" who can travel anywhere in the creation to glorify the Lord. In his teachings, Śrīla Prabhupāda emphasizes that Nārada is a ''mahājana'', a great authority whose confirmation is required to understand the Absolute Truth. Whether witnessing the..."
- 06:2606:26, 26 January 2026 diff hist 0 The Soul Is Immortal - The Science of the Indestructible Self No edit summary
- 06:2606:26, 26 January 2026 diff hist −53 The Sacred Vow - A Lexical Guide to Dīkṣā No edit summary
- 06:2506:25, 26 January 2026 diff hist +2 The Many Meanings of Śikṣā - A Lexical Guide to Spiritual Instruction No edit summary
- 06:2506:25, 26 January 2026 diff hist +346 Fearless Devotion - The Prayers and Preaching of Prahlāda Mahārāja No edit summary
- 06:2406:24, 26 January 2026 diff hist +2 The Sacred Vow - A Lexical Guide to Dīkṣā No edit summary
- 06:2406:24, 26 January 2026 diff hist +2 The Soul Is Immortal - The Science of the Indestructible Self No edit summary
- 06:2306:23, 26 January 2026 diff hist −12 The Soul Is Immortal - The Science of the Indestructible Self No edit summary
- 06:2306:23, 26 January 2026 diff hist +57 The Sacred Vow - A Lexical Guide to Dīkṣā No edit summary
- 06:2306:23, 26 January 2026 diff hist +58 The Many Meanings of Śikṣā - A Lexical Guide to Spiritual Instruction No edit summary
- 06:2306:23, 26 January 2026 diff hist +344 Science and Transmission of Devotional Service No edit summary
- 06:2206:22, 26 January 2026 diff hist +344 Greatness of the Most Insignificant No edit summary current
- 06:2206:22, 26 January 2026 diff hist +344 From Abominable to Saintly - Power of Devotion No edit summary current
- 06:2206:22, 26 January 2026 diff hist +344 Avoiding Sentimentalism About Lord Caitanya No edit summary current
- 06:2206:22, 26 January 2026 diff hist +39 N Category:Vanipedia Articles - Pending Subcategories Created page with "Category:List of Vanipedia Articles" current
- 06:2006:20, 26 January 2026 diff hist +56 The Butter Thief and His Friends – Kṛṣṇa and Monkeys No edit summary
- 06:0706:07, 26 January 2026 diff hist +9,772 N The Butter Thief and His Friends – Kṛṣṇa and Monkeys Created page with "Vṛndāvana is a land where even the animals participate in the transcendental pastimes of the Supreme Lord. Among the many creatures of the forest, the monkeys hold a special place as Kṛṣṇa's playmates and beneficiaries. Śrīla Prabhupāda vividly describes the "mischief-making" of the Lord, who would steal butter suspended from the ceilings and distribute it freely to the waiting monkeys. These interactions reveal the Lord's equal affection for all His parts an..."
- 05:2905:29, 26 January 2026 diff hist +7,697 N Praṇipātena – The Power of Humble Submission Created page with "The gateway to the spiritual world is guarded by the principle of humble submission. Śrīla Prabhupāda emphasizes that one cannot enter into the mysteries of the Absolute Truth with a challenging spirit. The Sanskrit word ''praṇipātena'' indicates that one must bow down—physically and intellectually—before the superior authority. By forgetting the false prestige of "I am something" and adopting the mood of a beggar for mercy, the sincere soul attracts the attent..."
25 January 2026
- 14:1814:18, 25 January 2026 diff hist +71 Why Enthusiasm Is the Basis of Devotional Service No edit summary
- 14:1714:17, 25 January 2026 diff hist +71 Vīra-vrata – The Vow of Becoming Fixed in Devotional Service No edit summary current
- 14:1714:17, 25 January 2026 diff hist +71 Vairāgya-Vidyā - The Science of Becoming Detached through Devotion No edit summary current
- 14:1614:16, 25 January 2026 diff hist +358 Twelve Types and the Indirect Mellow of Compassion in Devotional Service to God No edit summary current
- 14:1614:16, 25 January 2026 diff hist +71 Transforming Desire into Devotional Ambition No edit summary
- 14:1614:16, 25 January 2026 diff hist +71 Transcendental Science of Bhakti-yoga - Devotional Service to God No edit summary current
- 14:1614:16, 25 January 2026 diff hist +71 Transcendental Position of Those Actually in Devotional Service to God No edit summary current
- 14:1514:15, 25 January 2026 diff hist +71 Transcendental Activities in Devotional Service to God No edit summary current
- 14:1514:15, 25 January 2026 diff hist +358 The Absolute Platform of Thought – Engaging Our Mind in Devotional Service to God No edit summary current
- 14:1514:15, 25 January 2026 diff hist +71 Tasting Kṛṣṇa's Prasādam as the Beginning of Devotional Service No edit summary