Taking Shelter by Navina Syama Dasa
For relief from life's inevitable distress, we need to stop looking in all the wrong places. In ISKCON we often speak of “taking shelter” of Lord Krishna or His devotees. For example, a new member who has expressed his or her interest in a particular... read moreSherlock Holmes – And the Limits of Modern Knowing by Navina shyama Dasa
Might the methods we employ to learn about day-to-day things fall short when we pursue transcendent truths? Elementary, my dear Watson, elementary.” Fans of the world’s most famous fictional detective will recognize these words as the prelude to an... read more
The Ropes That Bind Us by Navina Syama Dasa
Understanding the gunas described in the Vedic literature provides a unique perspective on God, the world, and ourselves. The Most Striking building in Philadelphia is the Museum of Art. One of the largest museums in the United States, it sits atop... read more
Spiritual Sportsmenship by Navina Syama Dasa
When it comes to the game of life, going for the gold is less important than going back to Godhead It’s not about whether you win or lose, but how you play the game.” In the United States, most children have heard this cliche at some point in their lives,... read more