Can a forest fire provide us shelter? Absolutely not. Yet, we are accustomed to taking shelter of this material world which is compared to a blazing forest fire. When we surrender to Krishna, He swallows the forest fire thus enabling us to be happy even in the material world.
Eternal associates of Krishna enact pastimes with Krishna, whereas ordinary souls receive mercy in their interaction with Krishna. Chanting the Holy Name is the best means to receive this mercy, and subsequently the same Holy Name will enable us to enter the pastimes of Krishna.
Can Chanting Hare Krishna Mahamantra also refer to the chanting of the Holy Names of Lord Caitanya and Lord Nityananda? The two Supreme Benefits of remembering Lord Caitanya.
Priyavrata created a second sun by following the path of the sun, but Shrila Prabhupada created unlimited suns in the form of his followers those who are spreading the light of the Bhagavata throughout the world.
Of the two, which is more dangerous? A sword and a gun both are meant to kill!! Understanding the intricacies of gross and subtle sex and the implications of both.
Some thoughts on prayer, an essential aspect of the practice and perfection of devotional service to the Lord. Published in the International Back to Godhead Magazine in January 2024. Copyrights @ BBT
Honoring human sentiments have a deep significance in the bhakti tradition. Human sensitivity is to respond aptly with empathy, care and compassion. An insensitive person lacks sentiments. Any excess of undue emotions is termed as sentimentalism. One has to avoid the pendulum of sentiments going to the extremes of insensitivity and sentimentalism.
Worldly fame and beauty are fleeting, whereas Krishna’s pastimes are eternal. Therefore, instead of being captivated by temporary sports and celebrities, one must immerse in Krishna’s divine krida. His eternal beauty and fame offer true, lasting fulfillment beyond the temporary happiness of this material world.
