The Is-Ought Problem by Nagaraja Dasa
Some people argue that the best way to achieve harmony with creation is to surrender fully to our animal nature. But it seems that something in the human animal doesn’t allow us to do that. Our higher consciousness revolts at the body’s smells,... read more
Tukarama Saint of Pandharpur by Lokanath Swami
A seventeenthcentury Krishna devotee spread the chanting of the holy names in western India. Words are the only jewels I possess Words are the only clothes I wear Words are the only food that sustains my life Words are the only wealth I distribute among people... read more
Cow Protection in Europe by Chaya Devi Dasi
Representatives from Hare Krishna farms meet to discuss their progress in fulfilling Srila Prabhupada’s vision of self-sufficiency. “Jiva, dijo! Jiva, chehi!” Jiva the ox hears the commands of Balabhadra Dasa, moves forward, and then turns to... read more
Brahmana by Qualifications by Narasimha Swami Dasa
According to Lord Krishna, no one is born a brahmana; the title must be earned. samo damas tapah saucam ksantir arjavam eva ca jnanam vijnanam astikyam brahma-karma svabhava-jam “Peacefulness, self control, austerity, purity, tolerance, honesty,... read more