Braja Sevaki Devi Dasi – Back To Godhead

Come to Mayapur by Braja Sevaki Devi Dasi

Apr 1, 2011 | Braja Sevaki Devi Dasi, Mayapur, Spiritual Places, Volume-08 Number-04 (Indian)

This holy place on the bank of the river Ganga is inviting the whole world to accept Lord Caitanya Mahaprabhu’s mercy. For each of us, there is special meaning or purpose to some particular words Srila Prabhupada spoke. I’ve often heard devotees say... read more

Mayapur: A Sound Philosophy by Braja Sevaki Devi Dasi

Mar 1, 2011 | Braja Sevaki Devi Dasi, Mayapur, Volume-08 Number-03 (Indian)

Capturing the essence of Mayapur by the ears I am constantly aware of the sound track that is my life a life truly defined by sound. There is no getting away from it: there are always the sounds that intrude, but there is also a symphony of sound that... read more

Culture? What Culture? by Braja Sevaki Devi Dasi

Nov 1, 2004 | Braja Sevaki Devi Dasi, Discussion, Volume-38 Number-06

The mistreatment of cows rips the fabric of India's esteemed heritage. The I-5 freeway that runs between Los Angeles and San Francisco is a long, straight stretch of road. The landscape is bordered to the west by barren mountains whose brown, smooth folds, like... read more

Reaping What They Sew by Braja Sevaki Devi Dasi

Jul 1, 2004 | Braja Sevaki Devi Dasi, Uncategorized, Volume-38 Number-04

A team of women from around the world meet the king-sized challenge of sewing outfits for Sri Panca-tattva in time for their installation. A group of bubbly, chatting women, their colorful saris rustling as they walk, make their way down the path that runs alongside... read more

Actions Speak Volumes by Braja Sevaki Devi Dasi

Jul 1, 2004 | Braja Sevaki Devi Dasi, Hare Krsna People, Volume-38 Number-04

A quiet, unassuming devotee from Australia has played a major role in bringing the Panca-tattva deities to Mayapur. As the preparations for the installation of Sri Sri Panca-tattva unfolded throughout the year, Mayapur was a hive of activity. The casting of the... read more

Matter To Spirit – The Anatomy of a Deity Installation by Sri Prahlada Dasa and Braja Sevaki Devi Dasi

Jul 1, 2004 | Braja Sevaki Devi Dasi, Deity Worship, Sri Prahlada Dasa, Volume-38 Number-04

Vedic rites and mantras mark the appearance of Sri Panca-tattva in their deity forms. As the festivities and formalities unfolded in the temple, thousands were drawn into the whirl of color and sound emanating from the main altar as Sri Panca-tattva were unveiled for... read more