Winning the Battle Within

Our surroundings—the environment and our mind—are under the influence of materialistic enjoyment. Our mind is like a person in a drunken state, always in a subconscious condition, acting unknowingly. That is what we call Māyā. We are all under the influence of this illusory world, like a mirage in a desert, where we keep running after an oasis.

As A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada says, “We need to conquer our mind first.” We are trying to conquer each other’s countries through war, but why can we not win the battle against our own mind, which ignites negative urges within us? A balanced mind will always think rationally and judge without bias. Irrespective of the situation—whether it is gold, silver, or a pebble—a person with a balanced mind sees all with equality.

In the Padma Purana, it is stated that human beings are governed by three qualities or modes: passion, goodness, and ignorance.

In the Padma Purana, it is explained that every human being is governed by three qualities (guṇas) of material nature: goodness, passion, and ignorance.

• Mode of Goodness (Sattva) – Characterized by purity, knowledge, and peace. It elevates one toward wisdom and clarity.
• Mode of Passion (Rajas) – Driven by desires and restless activity, leading to attachment and constant striving.
• Mode of Ignorance (Tamas) – Marked by darkness, laziness, and illusion, keeping one bound in confusion.

These three modes bind the soul to the material world and influence our thoughts and actions at every moment.

To understand this deeply, the Bhagavad Gita (14.5) states:

“सत्त्वं रजस्तम इति गुणाः प्रकृति-संभवाः

निबध्नन्ति महाबाहो देहे देहिनमव्ययम्”

Sattvaṁ rajas tama iti guṇāḥ prakṛti-sambhavāḥ

nibadhnanti mahā-bāho dehe dehinam avyayam

“O mighty-armed one, the three modes of material nature—goodness, passion, and ignorance—bind the eternal soul to the body.”

The ultimate goal is to control our mind and senses through yoga, meditation, and devotional activities such as worshipping Krishna, chanting His holy names, glorifying His pastimes, and making garlands for the Lord and Radha. In every breath, we should remember Krishna.

Purifying the senses is essential. Our senses are so strong that if we learn to control them, half the journey toward Godhead is already complete. This can be achieved through the practice of Bhakti Yoga, which helps us engage our senses in Krishna’s service. When our senses are engaged in divine service, the mind has very little scope to wander into useless distractions.

Krishna will help purify us. By listening to Him—through hearing and reading about Him—and by understanding the Lord through a true Ācārya, we gradually come closer to Him. We simply need sincerity in our desire to know God; then God Himself reveals His identity to us.

Śravaṇam (hearing) is one of the most powerful processes to reach Krishna. Among the nine processes of devotional service, it holds a special place. In today’s world, our mind is often closed and unable to perceive that God is reality. But when the mind becomes engaged in hearing about Him, we begin to perceive the transcendental nature of Vishnu.

“God is omnipresent, yet we cannot perceive Krishna due to our polluted minds. By becoming pious through śravaṇam (hearing) and kīrtanam (chanting), we gradually develop the purity needed to realize Him.”

“मां च योऽव्यभिचारेण भक्ति-योगेन सेवते
स गुणान्समतीत्यैतान् ब्रह्म-भूयाय कल्पते”

Māṁ ca yo ’vyabhicāreṇa bhakti-yogena sevate
sa guṇān samatītyaitān brahma-bhūyāya kalpate

Meaning:
“One who engages in full devotional service to Me, without deviation, transcends these three modes of material nature and comes to the level of Brahman.”

This battle within us is for real, and we can win only with Krishna Kripa.

“ईश्वरः परमः कृष्णः सच्चिदानन्द-विग्रहः
अनादिरादिर्गोविन्दः सर्व-कारण-कारणम्”

Īśvaraḥ paramaḥ kṛṣṇaḥ sac-cid-ānanda-vigrahaḥ

anādir ādir govindaḥ sarva-kāraṇa-kāraṇam

Meaning:

Krishna, who is known as Govinda, is the Supreme Godhead. He has an eternal, blissful, spiritual body. He is the origin of all, yet He Himself has no origin. He is the cause of all causes.

Hare Krishna 🙏💛

your Dasanudasa 

                                     

                A Letter to Krishna

                     

Hey Krishna, 

I love singing this mantra for You every day—each day, each moment. It keeps me connected to Your transcendental vision: as Gopāla, the gentle cowherd; as a loving friend; as the divine beloved; and as the magical force who can transform my life into that of the Gopikas—Your purest and most exalted devotees in Vrindavan.

“Krishnaya Vasudevaya Devaki Nandanaya cha |

Nanda-Gopa Kumaraya Govindaya Namo Namah ||”

My Lord, I call myself Your servant… yet I wonder—am I truly even that? As we say in ISKCON, dāsa-anudāsa—the servant of the servant. To reach even that humble position, I must purify my Krishna consciousness and loosen my grip on this material world to which I still cling.

At times, I feel as if I am hanging onto a fragile rope, suspended far above Vaikuṇṭha—Your eternal abode. I keep hoping that one day, by Your mercy alone, that rope will gently pull me upward and grant me even a tiny glimpse, a small fraction, of Your divine realm.

With tears in my eyes, I perform ārati to You and Śrīmatī Rādhārāṇī in the small mandir I have made with love and devotion. In those moments, my heart feels close to You… yet my soul still longs for something deeper.

I often wonder—will I ever be able to cross this vast ocean of miseries?

O Krishna… when will I truly understand Your divine magic? When will You turn Your enchanting flute toward me and draw me completely into surrender at Your lotus feet?

I keep speaking to You, my beautiful and charming Vrindavan Bihari Lāl Ji. Everything in this world feels so uncertain, so unclear. Yet my mind remains fixed only on You, my Krishna…

Sometimes, it feels like I am sailing in two boats—this is the duality of life.

On one side, as a Sadhaka, I long to be with You in Krishna-loka, in Vaikuṇṭha. I am ready to become anything You wish—even an ant, a cow, or a dog—just to remain in Your service.

On the other side, I find myself struggling in this material world, in the body given by You—going through the cycles of life, being tested through difficulties, churned by hardships. Perhaps You are examining me, my Lord… seeing whether I am truly Your child, or merely pretending.

Shloka (Bhagavad Gita 18.66)

Sarva-dharmān parityajya

mām ekaṁ śaraṇaṁ vraja

ahaṁ tvāṁ sarva-pāpebhyo

mokṣayiṣyāmi mā śucaḥ

“Abandon all varieties of duties and simply surrender unto Me alone. I shall deliver you from all sinful reactions. Do not fear.”

O my dear Lord Krishna,
please accept this small and imperfect prayer of mine. I have nothing to offer You but my restless heart. 

Kindly purify it and make it a place where You may reside.  Keep me always at Your lotus feet as Your servant… or even the servant of Your servant.

A Fallen Soul

hare Krishna 🙏

All Glories to His Divine Grace ,Srila Prabhpada

"Carrying Krishna to the World"- Śrīla Prabhupāda

             “Carrying Krishna to the World”

                            A Journey of Faith, Devotion, and Divine Mission

                    “When the Holy Name becomes your shelter, even fear bows down in silence.”

                                                    Śrīla Prabhupāda

    

                          oṁ ajñāna-timirāndhasya jñānāñjana-śalākayā

                          cakṣur unmīlitaṁ yena tasmai śrī-gurave namaḥ

I offer my respectful obeisance unto my spiritual master, who has opened my eyes, which were blinded by the darkness of ignorance, with the torchlight of knowledge.

Hare Krishna 🙏

“This humble offering is dedicated to my Ācārya, the Guru of Gurus—His Divine Grace Śrīla Abhay Charanaravinda Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupāda.”

He was not just a great spiritual, philosophical, and religious preacher, but a divine instrument of the Lord. I truly feel that if Śrīla Prabhupāda had not appeared in this world, the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) would not have come into existence as we see it today.

His determination, courage, conviction, and resilience were extraordinary. Above all, his Vedic knowledge was limitless—flowing like an eternal ocean of wisdom. In this age of Kali-yuga, can we find such a dedicated and selfless soul? One who spread the message of Lord Krishna across the entire world, beyond barriers of religion, nationality, or social status.

Clad in simple saffron robes, he boarded the cargo ship Jaladuta and undertook a courageous voyage to the United States to fulfill the instruction of his Guru. Even after suffering two severe heart attacks during the journey, he did not waver. With unshaken faith, he continued chanting the 

Hare Krishna Mahāmantra:. 

(Hare Krishna Hare Krishna Krishna Krishna Hare Hare Hare Rama Hare Rama Rama Rama Hare Hare )🙏

Such is the power of the Holy Name—that when one sincerely chants, even Yamarāja, the lord of death, must pause. The Holy Name itself becomes the protector of the soul.

Śrīla Prabhupāda gifted the world with invaluable spiritual literature. His translation and commentary on Bhagavad-gītā As It Is is among the most widely read spiritual books, with millions of copies distributed worldwide. Devotees and seekers alike continue to immerse themselves in its timeless wisdom.

Through his teachings, he showed us the supreme path—to reconnect with the Supreme Lord through:

• sincere devotional service
• disciplined spiritual practice
• study of scriptures
• and constant remembrance of Krishna

Today, we see many initiated spiritual teachers, especially from Western countries, who are faithfully carrying forward his mission. They stand as living examples of his success, spreading Krishna consciousness in every corner of the world, continuing the disciplic succession with devotion and dedication.

From Dasanudasa to our great Ācārya,

I am fallen, imperfect, and still wandering in ignorance, yet by your mercy, a small ray of spiritual light has entered my heart. You have shown the path back to Krishna—a path of love, humility, and surrender.

I have nothing to offer you but my gratitude and my sincere attempt to follow your teachings, however small it may be. Kindly bless me so that I may remain steady on this path of devotion.

Let my mind always remember your instructions,

Let my words glorify the Holy Name,

And let my life, in some small way, serve your divine mission.

All glories to Śrīla Prabhupāda.

All glories to Guru and Gauranga.

Hare Krishna 🙏

Pran Radha Devi Dasi

Sitting with My Thoughts and Krishna

                       

“An empty mind is a devil’s workshop.”

Lately, I have been trying to keep my mind engaged through writing. Maybe that is why I started blogging—just to give some direction to my thoughts. Otherwise, the mind keeps wandering everywhere.

But somewhere inside, I feel… even this effort is not really mine. If You do not wish it, O Krishna, how can I even think, write, or express anything? .T

There was a time—during my teenage years—when life felt simple. I had friends in my neighborhood. We used to play, laugh, and spend time together without any complications. Even helping my mother in the kitchen felt nice and meaningful in its own small way. But slowly, everything changed.

Today, those friends are no longer part of my daily life. Now, most of the time, I am either with my thoughts… or thinking about You.

Once, I heard a monk say that everything in our life happens only by Krishna’s grace.  Even the ability to remember something, to understand something, or to express something—is given by Him. If someone wants to write about the Lord, it can happen only when He allows it.

That thought has stayed with me.

And it makes me wonder—Is my mind working because of You?

Are my good and bad thoughts also coming because of You?  If everything is Your will, then when I feel unhappy… should I accept that also as Your wish?.  Sometimes I feel peaceful thinking like that.

But sometimes, my Lord, my heart becomes confused. If You are Sarva Karana Karanam—the cause of all causes—then what is my role in all this? Am I truly responsible for my actions, or am I simply walking on a path that You have already written for me?

I do understand the law of karma—that every action has its reaction. Yet, I am still a human being, breathing and living under the influence of my senses, even if only to a small extent. At times, I get carried away without even realizing it.

And if my destiny is already shaped by Your will, then why do people blame me for things that were never fully in my control… when You alone are the supreme controller?

O Krishna, I do not question You in defiance—only in helplessness. Like a child who does not understand, I simply look toward You, hoping that one day, You will make everything clear. 

In the end, my Lord, I place all my thoughts at Your feet, whether I understand or not, please just keep me close to You.

I am tired of these worldly duties, my Lord… I only wish to return to You.” Guide my mind, my words, and my actions. Help me remember You in every situation.

Even if I feel confused, let my faith in You stay strong.

I offer my humble gratitude to Srila Prabhupada for guiding souls like me toward You.

Hare Krishna 🙏

Your hunble servant Lord

Pranradha Devi Dasi

“A Devotee’s Call for Divine Intervention”

                                               

                            

                   “A Devotee’s Call for Divine Intervention”

Dear Krishna,

We are all Your children, part and parcel of Your divine creation. Yet, I often wonder—why do You watch us suffer? Why is there so much disparity in this world? The rich grow richer, and the poor remain poor. Within each of us, there is a constant battle—a struggle to survive in a world that often feels cunning, shrewd, and filled with illusion and manipulation.

O Lord, everyone is using the resources You have provided, but mostly to fulfill their own selfish desires. Sometimes I feel that since You are omniscient and know everything, why do You allow us to perform such fallen deeds? These actions only drag us deeper into ignorance, making us more and more entangled in sinful reactions.

On one side, I see Your beautiful, divine spiritual world—pure and blissful. On the other, I see this material world, where we fallen souls wander under the influence of māyā, undergoing the consequences of our actions. It feels like a cycle of birth and death, filled with suffering, confusion, and forgetfulness of You.

O Keshava, why have You designed such a life for us, where we wander through 8.4 million species, uncertain of our next birth? A humble servant like me aspires to reach Your lotus feet in the next life, yet even that hope feels uncertain. What, then, will be the fate of those who are unaware of Your existence, who have not yet discovered the path of self-realization and devotion?

My Lord, if only everyone realized that You are our eternal protector and well-wisher, perhaps no one would engage in sinful acts. The world would be filled with compassion, humility, and devotion.

O Krishna, why do You not appear again in this age and take charge of Your children? Guide us all back to You, beyond caste, creed, and all divisions. Let us walk together on the path of devotion that You have revealed through the sacred scriptures and divine teachings.

Bhagavad Gītā 4.7–8

Sanskrit:

यदा यदा हि धर्मस्य ग्लानिर्भवति भारत ।

अभ्युत्थानमधर्मस्य तदात्मानं सृजाम्यहम् ॥ ४.७ ॥

परित्राणाय साधूनां विनाशाय च दुष्कृताम् ।

धर्मसंस्थापनार्थाय सम्भवामि युगे युगे ॥ ४.८ ॥

Meaning:

Whenever there is a decline in righteousness (dharma) and a rise in unrighteousness (adharma), O Arjuna, at that time I manifest Myself. 

To protect the devotees, to destroy the wicked, and to re-establish dharma, I appear millennium after millennium (yuga after yuga). 

I humbly pray, O Lord, please hear this cry of my heart. Accept my words and bless us with true understanding and liberation. This is not the kind of world we long to live in—a place where darkness seems to overshadow light.

Please guide us back to Your eternal shelter.

Your eternal servant,

Pran Radha Devi Dasi

A Devotee’s Heartfelt Letter to Lord

 A Devotee’s Heartfelt Letter

All glories to Srila Prabhupada! 🙏

Dear Krishna,

This humble blog is for You—my LORD, my Krishna.

For the past few days, my mind has been restless, longing to speak to You… to write to You… as if I could send my words through a mystical path that would reach You instantly. Unable to contain this feeling, I sat before my laptop and began to type—letting my heart flow freely, surrendering every thought unto You and In my meditation, I envision Your transcendental abode—Goloka Vrindavan—a realm beyond all material existence, filled with eternal bliss. There, You reside in divine serenity, effortlessly maintaining all the universes. O Krishna! You are the all-attractive Supreme Personality of Godhead, with a Shyam complexion—bluish-black like a rain-filled cloud or a blooming blue lotus.

Sometimes I wonder… what would be my reaction upon beholding such a divine vision of You? My heart would overflow with ecstasy, and I would fall at Your lotus feet in complete surrender. In that sacred moment, I would ask for nothing—only Your mercy and eternal shelter.

Your divine form is beyond imagination—Your lotus eyes filled with compassion, Your youthful beauty ever fresh, and Your gentle smile that enchants every soul. Clad in radiant yellow garments, You shine brilliantly against Your dark complexion. Your curly hair, adorned with a peacock feather, and Your ornaments of gold and precious gems enhance Your transcendental beauty infinitely.

Above all, Your lotus feet are the ultimate refuge for every soul.

The sweet melodies of Your Murali (flute) have captivated the hearts of the Gopis of Vrindavan and Mathura, drawing them into the ocean of pure love and devotion. Such is Your divine attraction, O Krishna, that even liberated souls long to serve You.

Hey ! Madhusudana 🙏

As I come to the end of this letter, I realize that I am falling short of words to express my deep feelings for You. My restless mind finds true peace only in remembering You, chanting Your holy names, and meditating upon You.

Through Your message in the Bhagavad Gita, I understand that everything in this world is temporary, but Your presence is eternal—ever-blissful and ever-pure.

My Lord, I do not seek any material sense gratification from You. I only pray for Your mercy, Your guidance, and a small place at Your lotus feet—if not in this birth, then at least in my next. Please bless me with unwavering devotion so that I may remember You in every moment—whether in joy or in hardship.

Kindly bestow upon me the strength to walk on the path of devotion with sincerity, humility, and faith.

Trying to be Your humble servant, always seeking Your mercy.

Pran Radha Devi Dasi

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Meditate on Krishna and Lead a Peaceful Life

 

Meditate on Krishna and Lead a Peaceful Life

                                                                   Hare Krishna 🙏

Om ajñāna-timirāndhasya jñānāñjana-śalākayā
cakṣur unmīlitaṁ yena tasmai śrī-gurave namaḥ

“I was born in the darkness of ignorance, and my spiritual master opened my eyes with the torchlight of knowledge. I offer my respectful obeisance unto that spiritual master.”

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Dear Readers,

Meditation, for me, means learning to control the wavering mind and gaining mastery over my thoughts, actions, and reactions. It helps to create a peaceful state of mind so that we can focus on our true priorities in life. Therefore, I sincerely recommend that everyone practice meditation.

In today’s world, almost all of us—including teenagers—experience stress and in many cases, stress leads to depression.  People constantly try to achieve goals set either by their parents or by themselves. I feel that this pressure has become a major trigger for the stressful lifestyle we see today, although there may certainly be some exceptions.

Do we ever pause and ask ourselves: Is it truly necessary for us to surrender to the pressures of a social web filled with artificiality, arrogance, attitude, and hypocrisy? Many parents push their children to become what they themselves desire, even when the children have no interest in that path. In this race to meet society’s expectations, we often forget the simple truth taught by Lord Krishna in the Bhagavad Gita—that real peace and fulfillment do not come from worldly achievements alone, but from understanding our true purpose and reconnecting with the Divine.

As taught in the Bhagavad Gita through the words of Lord Krishna, this material world is “duḥkhālayam aśāśvatam”—a temporary place full of miseries. We are never truly satisfied with our lifestyle because we do not understand our real purpose in life. Our desires continue to increase.

For example, if we own a small car today, tomorrow we desire a bigger one. If we have a small house, we want a larger one. Our mind constantly demands more and more in order to feel satisfied. But have we ever paused to think: How long can this race continue? How long can we keep running to satisfy our senses with material possessions just to impress others?.

Therefore, today’s topic is Meditation, or Dhyana Yoga—a process to calm the mind, become aware of our sūkṣma (subtle) body, and reconnect with LORD and know him.

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“Man-manā bhava mad-bhakto mad-yājī māṁ namaskuru

Mām evaiṣyasi satyaṁ te pratijāne priyo ’si me.”

“Always think of Me, become My devotee, worship Me, and offer your homage unto Me. Thus you will surely come to Me. I promise you this because you are very dear to Me.”

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To meditate on Lord Krishna means to constantly think about Him. It means reading about His divine pastimes, contemplating His beautiful form, studying Krishna-lila, chanting His holy names, singing kirtans for the Lord, and worshipping the divine forms of Radha and Krishna. All these practices are ways of meditating on Krishna.

Dear readers, I humbly request you to try this path of Krishna consciousness, or simply try meditating on the Lord. You will begin to notice positive changes in your daily life. Your mind will become calmer, and you will be able to make better decisions.

Gradually, we start understanding the difference between the material world and the path of self-realization. We begin to question where we stand in life, what we are doing, and what we truly need from it—while still fulfilling our responsibilities and keeping our families happy.

In the end, dear readers, I humbly pray at the lotus feet of Lord Krishna that He may shower His mercy upon all of us and guide our wandering minds toward His divine path. This world may offer countless distractions, but true peace lies only in remembering the Lord and chanting His holy names.

If even for a few moments each day, if  we turn our hearts toward Krishna, meditate on His beautiful form, and seek His shelter, our lives will gradually become filled with divine grace and inner joy.

I am not a scholar or a saint—just a humble servant trying to glorify the Supreme Lord. If these words inspire even one soul to remember Krishna, then my effort will be blessed. But the choice remains yours.

Your Dasanudasa 

Pran Radha Devi Dasi

(Iskcon) International Society for Krishna Consciousness

The Eternal Grace of Lord Krishna

                                                 

          The Eternal Grace of Lord Krishna

Among the many spiritual traditions of the world, the teachings of Krishna hold a special and sacred place in the hearts of millions of devotees. For his devotees, Krishna is not merely a historical figure or a divine personality; he is the Supreme Lord, the eternal friend of the soul, and the ultimate guide who reveals the true purpose of human life. His divine pastimes, teachings, and boundless compassion continue to inspire spiritual seekers who long to understand the deeper truth of existence.

Lord Krishna appeared on earth thousands of years ago in the holy city of Mathura at a time when righteousness was declining and chaos was spreading in the society. His divine appearance was not ordinary—it was the compassionate descent of the Supreme Lord to protect the righteous and restore dharma. Soon after his birth, Krishna was lovingly taken to the sacred land of Vrindavan, where he spent his enchanting childhood performing countless divine pastimes that revealed his transcendental nature.

The childhood pastimes of Krishna in Vrindavan are filled with sweetness, love, and divine miracles. As a child, Krishna protected the innocent villagers and his beloved devotees from many dangers. He defeated powerful demons who tried to disturb the peaceful life of the residents of Vrindavan. One of his most glorious pastimes was when he lifted the sacred Govardhan Hill on the tip of his little finger to protect the villagers from a devastating storm. Through this divine act, Krishna demonstrated that the Supreme Lord always protects those who sincerely take shelter at His lotus feet with faith and devotion.

Yet the greatness of Krishna is not only seen in His miraculous pastimes but also in the profound spiritual wisdom he shared with humanity. In the sacred scripture, the Bhagavad Gita, Lord Krishna compassionately guides the warrior Arjuna, who stands confused and overwhelmed on the battlefield. Through his divine teachings, Krishna reveals the eternal nature of the soul and explains that the material world is temporary and full of illusion.

Krishna lovingly teaches that the soul is eternal and cannot be destroyed. The body may change and eventually perish, but the soul continues its eternal journey. According to Krishna’s teachings, the real purpose of human life is self-realization—to understand our true identity as eternal servants of the Supreme Lord and to revive our forgotten relationship with Him.

One of the most beautiful teachings of Lord Krishna is the path of bhakti, or loving devotion. Krishna explains that sincere devotion is the simplest and most powerful way to attain spiritual perfection. By remembering the Lord, chanting his holy names, and serving him with love and humility, a devotee can gradually overcome the illusions of the material world and experience true spiritual peace.

For His devotees, Krishna is not only the Supreme Lord but also a loving protector, a compassionate guide, and the dearest friend of the soul. The melodious sound of His flute symbolizes the divine call that attracts every soul back to its eternal home. His beauty, kindness, and loving exchanges with his devotees specially Gopikas of Vrindavan makes him one of the most beloved and worshipped personalities in spiritual history.

Even today, the teachings of Krishna continue to illuminate the lives of millions around the world. Spiritual movements such as the International Society for Krishna Consciousness have carried his timeless message of devotion and spiritual wisdom across the globe(would not have been possible without our great Acharya “Abhay Charanaravinda Bhaktivedanta Swami Srila Prabhupada, founder of ISKCON). Through devotional chanting, sacred scriptures, and spiritual practices, countless people are rediscovering the eternal wisdom that Krishna shared thousands of years ago.

In conclusion, the life and teachings of Lord Krishna offer divine guidance for anyone seeking spiritual truth. In a world that is temporary and full of challenges, Krishna reminds us that our eternal shelter lies at his LOTUS FEET. By cultivating devotion, remembering the Lord, and living a life of righteousness and humility, one can gradually awaken pure love for Krishna and realize the true purpose of life.

“O Krishna as Madhusudana, please bless me with Your kripa, guidance, and courage so that I may continue endeavouring to spread Your transcendental knowledge throughout the world.”

Hare Krishna Hare Krishna

Krishna Krishna Hare Hare

Hare Rama Hare Rama

Rama Rama Hare Hare

Your Dāsānudāsa

Pran Radha Devi Dasi 🌸🙏

 

 

MAYA DEVI and KRISHNA

                                                        All Glories to Srila Prabhupada 

MAYA DEVI and KRISHNA

Oh Krishna! I once believed that Maya Devi was separate from You. But as I slowly entered Your divine world as a fallen soul and began to know You more and more, I realized something deeper. Just as we are, your eternal parts and parcels, Maya Devi too is your creation. In truth, it is You who created Maya — a divine illusion that makes this temporary material world appear permanent and real to the soul.

Hey Mukunda, You created Maya so that we may experience this material world and live through its pleasures and challenges. But look at where we stand today and how we humans are using the freedom which You have granted us through Maya. Some have wandered onto the wrong path, others are striving to remain on the righteous path, and some—like me—are trying to understand and know You.

You have given us “fallen souls” this material world, governed by Maya Devi, who acts as our teacher. Through her, we experience the cycles of birth and death, pleasure and pain, success and failure, attachment and detachment. Through these experiences, we slowly begin to understand that true happiness cannot be found in temporary things.

Hey Paramatma! Your creation of Maya exists so that the fallen soul can attempt to live independently from You. But eventually, the problems, suffering, unanswered questions, and emptiness of material life push us to search for the deeper meaning of our existence and reconnect with You. In this journey, Maya Devi indirectly guides us back to You, Lord. 

My dear LORD, please shower Your causeless mercy upon me. Guide my mind so that it does not run behind temporary pleasures. Give me the strength to remember You, serve You, and walk on the path of devotion.

Your Servant 🙏

World of illusion created by the Lord

 

World of illusion created by the Lord

Hare Krishna ! Dear Readers,

This is world of illusion created by LORD himself ? In many Vedantic interpretations, the world is described as Maya (illusion). Most of us indulge ourselves in materialistic enjoyments, more inclined towards luxurious life style with no time to know our inner soul-ATMA (individual reality),BRAHMAN(the universal reality)

So, the idea is not that the world is fake like a dream, but that we mistake the temporary for the eternal. By the time we understand the theory behind soul, body and sukshma-subtle body we are almost mid-age, of course excluding few. Later after sometime when life teaches us lessons for which we do not have answers we turn towards GOD-KRISHNA to seek answers to the problems in our life. We are his children and part and parcel of LORD then why to waste our time in accumulating materialistic enjoyment.

Lord himself says in BHAGAVAD GITA (8.15) describes this world as a place of misery and temporary, advising souls to return to him. As this world is - duḥkhālayam aśāśvatam ("a place of misery and temporary"). sarva-dharmān parityajya mām ekaṁ śharaṇaṁ vraja
ahaṁ tvāṁ sarva-pāpebhyo mokṣhayiṣyāmi mā śhuchaḥ

Meaning: "Abandon all varieties of dharma and just surrender unto Me. I shall deliver you from all sinful reactions. Do not fear." 

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 Pran Radha Devi Dasi