Monthly Archives: August 2008

Local News

It is Tuesday afternoon and a day of rest. Peace and quiet reign beneficently over the Philadelphia temple as we recover from the hubbub of the holiday weekend. In this case the original meaning of “holiday” actually applies: “holy day.” … Continue reading

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The Nature of the Self: A Gaudiya Vaisnava Understanding

Presented at the Vaisnava-Christian Conference on January 20-21, 1996 at Buckland Hall, Powys, Wales. The Sparks of God The soul, or self (atma), is described as a separated, minute fragment of God, the Supersoul (paramatma). God is like a fire; … Continue reading

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Invocation: “Entering the Inner Kirtana”

The following is an invocation recently given by Ravindra Svarupa dasa to ISKCON youth participating in a japa retreat in Saranagati Village as part of the Krishna Culture Festival Tour. First, let me tell you how happy I became when … Continue reading

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