General Elections 2014 by Syamananda Dasa

May 11, 2014 | From the Editor, Syamananda Dasa, Volume-11 Number-06 (Indian)

As the electoral battle lines are drawn India braces itself for another general election. This one is costing its exchequer about Rs. 30,000 crores, which is more than what costs America to elect its president. Regardless of who you think is fit to be voted in power... read more

Variety is the Spice of Spiritual Life by Syamananda Dasa

Apr 10, 2014 | From the Editor, Syamananda Dasa, Volume-11 Number-05 (Indian)

One of the most interesting points of Gaudiya Vaisnava philosophy is the understanding of the Absolute Truth in five features. Many in India as well as outside know the philosophy: God is one. And it is in fact true. There cannot be two Gods; otherwise there will be a... read more

The Horsehair Shirt by Syamananda Dasa

Mar 10, 2014 | From the Editor, Syamananda Dasa, Volume-11 Number-04 (Indian)

Once upon a time, there was a simple and honest man. He was favored by the king who made him the royal advisor. As time passed by, the influence and power wielded by this minister increased, and numerous people envied him. Someone asked him as to how he managed to... read more

Prison – break by Syamananda Dasa

Feb 12, 2014 | From the Editor, Syamananda Dasa, Volume-11 Number-03 (Indian)

Alcatraz, Robben Island, etc. – do these names ring a bell ? Yes, these are among the most famous maximum security prisons of the world. High-level political prisoners, mafia bosses, cartel barons, and drug lords are some of the people who were incarcerated... read more

The Land of Fakirs, Yogis, Snakes, and Miracles by Shyamananda Dasa

Jan 11, 2014 | From the Editor, Syamananda Dasa, Volume-11 Number-02 (Indian)

In the past, many believed India to be the land of fakirs, yogis, snakes and miracles. One of the most famous of tricks conjured by fakirs was the famous Indian Rope Trick. A fakir would show a coiled rope to the public which would slowly rise as he would play a been... read more