Instructions by Srila Bhaktisiddhanta Saraswati Thakura
The heartbeat of Srila Saraswati Thakura – What did he want all his followers and disciples to do in life? Whom and what did he want us to keep in the forefront of our consciousness?
Lokanath’s Divine Instructions to Narottama
When Srila Narottama Dasa Thakura is about to leave Vrindavan, the beautiful instructions given to him by Srila Lokanaha Goswami form the essence of spiritual life. The below passage is extracted from the book -“The Glorious Life of Narottama Dasa Thakura” written by HG Shitala Devi, the wife of HG Hari Sauri Prabhu. Sri Lokanatha
Janme Janme Prabhu sei
How amazing is the relationship of a true spiritual master and a genuine disciple!! The first requisite is to hear from the spiritual master and to hear about the spiritual master. Then one develops a fondness and attraction for hearing the messages. Once someone hears, then one also understands what kind of abominable situation I
Watch your Dreams!
Does dreaming only refer to night dreams? Day dream is another dreamy existence wherein our contemplations and our thoughts reflect our inner state of existence.
Cure for the Torments of Kali Yuga
Srila Sarvabhauma Bhattacharya’s Caitanya Shataka states that in Kali Yuga, chanting the Lord’s name and serving devotees is the remedy for those suffering from the cycle of birth and death. Faithful service to the guru and honoring devotees’ remnants purify the hearts of those entrapped in material desires.
Advaita Acarya Appearance
Advaita Acarya, non-different from Mahavishnu, prayed for all living beings, exemplifying compassion not limited to either time or species. Shrila Prabhupada similarly reflected Advaita Acarya in dedicating his life to spreading Lord Caitanya’s mercy all over the world.
The Lost Jewel
Srila Narottama Dasa Thakura’s song Gora Pahun highlights the error of not worshiping Lord Gauranga, equating it to losing a precious jewel of love for Krishna. Śrīla Prabhupāda emphasizes that real love is exclusive to Krishna, and despite past offenses or material desires, through sincere worship and association with devotees, one can reclaim this lost treasure and progress spiritually.