SB 8.18.1 to 8.19.13 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 8 Chapter 18 by ISKCON of DC

SB Class 8.17.1 To 8.17.28 by ISKCON of DC

SB 8.16.21 To 8.16.62 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 8 Chapter16 by ISKCON of DC

SB 8.16.1 To 8.16.21 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 8 Chapter 16 by ISKCON of DC

Palaka And Laxmivan, What's A Guy Like You Doing In A Place Like This by ISKCON of DC

Giri Govardhana-You Are Loved Unconditionally-5/15/22 by ISKCON of DC

Celebrating Mothers (Mother's Day)-Rashmi, Sushma and Sugandha by ISKCON of DC

Seeing Krishna Face To Face, Ananda Devi Dasi 05.01.22 by ISKCON of DC

SB 8.13.1 - 8.15.36 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 8 Chapter 13 by ISKCON of DC

SB 8.12.14 - 8.12.47 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 8 Chapter 12 by ISKCON of DC

SB 8.12.1 - 8.12.10 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 8 Chapter 12 by ISKCON of DC

SB 8.10 - 8.11 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 8 Chapters 10 and 11 by ISKCON of DC

SB 8.8.38 - 8.9.29 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 8 Chapters 8 and 9 by ISKCON of DC

Sugandha devi dasi SOH March 6 2022 by ISKCON of DC

Laxmivan Das Jiva Jago 3.6.22 by ISKCON of DC

SB 8.7.40 - 8.8.29 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 8 Chapters 7 and 8 by ISKCON of DC

Kishori Radha devi dasi SOH by ISKCON of DC

SB 8.7.1 - 8.7.33 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 8 Chapter 7 by ISKCON of DC

SB 8.6.14 - 8.6.39 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 8 Chapter 6 by ISKCON of DC

SB 8.5.43 - 8.6.13 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 8 Chapters 5 and 6 by ISKCON of DC

Anuttama Das Feb 6 2022 SOH by ISKCON of DC

SB 8.5.24 - 8.5.42 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 8 Chapter 5 by ISKCON of DC

Laxmivan Das Sunday Open House by ISKCON of DC

SB 8.5.1 - 8.5.23 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 8 Chapter 5 by ISKCON of DC

SB 8.3.19 - 8.4.13 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 8 Chapters 3 and 4 by ISKCON of DC

Maha Mantra Das Sunday Open House by ISKCON of DC

Giri Govardhana Das Sunday Open House by ISKCON of DC

SB 8.3.1 - 8.3.17 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 8 Chapter 3 by ISKCON of DC

Manoram Krishna Sunday Open by ISKCON of DC

SB 8.2.1 - 8.2.33 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 8 Chapter 2 by ISKCON of DC

SB 8.1.1 - 8.1.33 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 8 Chapter 1 by ISKCON of DC

Five Gifts from Gita by Ananda Vrindavan by ISKCON of DC

JIVA JAGO guided by Laxmivan Das by ISKCON of DC

SB 7.15.40 - 7.15.80 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 7 Chapter 15 by ISKCON of DC

Living the Gita by Bayahari Das by ISKCON of DC

SB 7.15.22 - 7.15.39 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 7 Chapter 15 by ISKCON of DC

SB 7.15.7 - 7.15.21 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 7 Chapter 15 by ISKCON of DC

Bhagavad-gita -antiquated text or handbook for modern challenges?- by Anuttama Das by ISKCON of DC

Bhagavad-gita -antiquated text or handbook for modern challenges?- by Anuttama Das by ISKCON of DC

A Thanksgiving special guided by LAXMIVAN DAS by ISKCON of DC

Gratitude Sunday - Vraj Vihari Das by ISKCON of DC

SB 7.14.34 – 7.15.6 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 7 Chapter 14 and 15 by ISKCON of DC

SB 7.14.8 – 7.14.33 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 7 Chapter 14 by ISKCON of DC

Damodar Lila and SB 7.14.1 – 7.14.7 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 7 Chapter 14 by ISKCON of DC

SB 7.13.29 – 7.13.46 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 7 Chapter 13 by ISKCON of DC

SB 7.13.1 – 7.13.28 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 7 Chapter 13 by ISKCON of DC

SB 7.12.1 – 7.12.31 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 7 Chapter 12 by ISKCON of DC

Austerity in Bhakti by HH Jayadvaita Swami by ISKCON of DC

SB 7.11.18 - 7.11.35 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 7 Chapter 11 by ISKCON of DC

SB 7.10.50-7.11.17 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 7 Chapter 10 to 11 by ISKCON of DC

SB 7.10.14-7.10.48 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 7 Chapter 10 by ISKCON of DC

SB 7.9.45-7.10.13 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 7 Chapter 9 to 10 by ISKCON of DC

SB 7.9.28-7.9.44 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 7 Chapter 9 by ISKCON of DC

SB 7.9.19-7.9.27 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 7 Chapter 9 by ISKCON of DC

SB 7.9.1-7.9.18 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 7 Chapter 9 by ISKCON of DC

SB 7.8.30-7.8.56 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 7 Chapter 8 by ISKCON of DC

SB 7.8.7-7.8.29 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 7 Chapter 8 by ISKCON of DC

SB 7.7.43-7.8.6 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 7 Chapter 7 to 8 by ISKCON of DC

SB 7.7.28-7.7.42 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 7 Chapter 7 by ISKCON of DC

SB 7.7.1-7.7.27 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 7 Chapter 7 by ISKCON of DC

SB 7.6.6-7.6.30 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 6 Chapter 6 by ISKCON of DC

SB 7.5.32-7.6.5 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 7 Chapter 5 to 6 by ISKCON of DC

SB 7.5.15-7.5.31 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 7 Chapter 5 by ISKCON of DC

SB 7.4.33-7.5.14 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 7 Chapter 4 to 5 by ISKCON of DC

SB 7.4.5-7.4.32 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 7 Chapter 4 by ISKCON of DC

SB 7.3.14-7.4.4 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 7 Chapter 3 to 4 by ISKCON of DC

SB 7.2.48-7.3.13 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 7 Chapter 2 to 3 by ISKCON of DC

SB 7.2.13-7.2.47 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 7 Chapter 2 by ISKCON of DC

SB 7.1.32-7.2.12 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 7 Chapter 1 to 2 by ISKCON of DC

SB 7.1.1-7.1.31 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 7 Chapter 1 by ISKCON of DC

SB 6.18.69-6.19.28 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 6 Chapter 18 to 19 by ISKCON of DC

SB 6.18.40-6.18.68 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 6 Chapter 18 by ISKCON of DC

SB 6.18.1-6.18.39 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 6 Chapter 18 by ISKCON of DC

SB 6.17.17-6.17.41 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 6 Chapter 17 by ISKCON of DC

SB 6.16.52-6.17.17 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 6 Chapter 16 to 17 by ISKCON of DC

SB 6.16.42-6.16.52 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 6 Chapter 16 by ISKCON of DC

SB 6.16.25-6.16.41 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 6 Chapter 16 by ISKCON of DC

SB 6.15.21-6.16.24 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 6 Chapter 15 to 16 by ISKCON of DC

SB 6.14.30-6.15.19 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 6 Chapter 14 to 15 by ISKCON of DC

SB 6.13.12-6.14.29 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 6 Chapter 13 to 14 by ISKCON of DC

SB 6.12.23-6.13.11 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 6 Chapter 12 to 13 by ISKCON of DC

SB 6.11.19-6.12.22 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 6 Chapter 11 to 12 by ISKCON of DC

SB 6.10.1-6.11.18 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 6 Chapter 10 to 11 by ISKCON of DC

SB 6.9.22-6.9.50 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 6 Chapter 9 by ISKCON of DC

SB 6.8.20-6.9.21 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 6 Chapter 8 to 9 by ISKCON of DC

SB 6.7.1-6.8.19 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 6 Chapter 7 to 8 by ISKCON of DC

SB 6.5.20-6.5.44 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 6 Chapter 5 by ISKCON of DC

SB 6.4.35-6.5.19 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 6 Chapter 4 to 5 by ISKCON of DC

SB 6.4.13-6.4.34 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 6 Chapter 4 by ISKCON of DC

SB 6.3.30-6.4.12 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 6 Chapter 3 to 4 by ISKCON of DC

SB 6.3.12-6.3.27 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 6 Chapter 3 by ISKCON of DC

SB 6.2.29-6.3.11 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 6 Chapter 2 to 3 by ISKCON of DC

SB 6.1.54-6.2.28 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 6 Chapter 1 to 2 by ISKCON of DC

SB 6.1.31-6.1.53 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 6 Chapter 1 by ISKCON of DC

SB 6.1.1.-6.1.31 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 6 Chapter 1 by ISKCON of DC

SB 5.25.14-5.26.40 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 5 Chapter 25 to 26 (Selected Verses) by ISKCON of DC

SB 5.24.19-5.25.15 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 5 Chapter 24 to 25 by ISKCON of DC

SB 5.19.27-5.24.14 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 5 Chapter 19 to 24 (selected verses) by ISKCON of DC

SB 5.18.29-5.19.20 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 5 Chapter 18 to 19 by ISKCON of DC

Glories of Lord Balarama - HH Romapada Swami by ISKCON of DC

SB 5.18.9-5.18.28 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 5 Chapter 18 by ISKCON of DC

SB 5.17.1-5.18.8 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 5 Chapter 17 (selected verses) to 18 by ISKCON of DC

Brahma Tirtha Dasa and Murli Gopal Dasa from Bhaktivedanta Institute give an overview of the 5th Canto of the Srimad Bhagavatam and its description of the universe.

Remembrances of His Holiness Bhakti Caru Swami by ISKCON of DC

SB 5.16.1-5.16.29 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 5 Chapter 16 by ISKCON of DC

SB 5.14.29-5.15.16 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 5 Chapter 14 to 15 by ISKCON of DC

SB 5.13.24-5.14.28 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 5 Chapter 13 to 14 by ISKCON of DC

This week we honor HH Bhakti Tirtha Swami, a much beloved disciple of Srila Prabhupada and spiritual master to many. 15 years ago this week Maharaja passed from this world, but left with us his life of inspiration, his words of urgency around care and community, and his incredible example of deep spiritual practice and energetic devotional service. Listen to our panel discussion with Giri Govardhan Das, Jadurani Devi, Nava Kishor Das hosted by Ananda Vrindavan Devi.

In this time of social upheaval, how do we build bridges across differences? How do we inspire a shift in mindset on an individual, organizational, and global level? Join a dialogue facilitated by Gauravani Das with Sastivar Das (ACBSP) and devotees from the Urban Center in Washington D.C. (IFAST) - Madhavacharya Das, Ekavira Das, and Jagannatha Pandit Das.

SB 5.13.1-5.13.23 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 5 Chapter 13 by ISKCON of DC

Learning & Living the Teachings: Q&A with HH Rtadvaja Swami by ISKCON of DC

SB 5.11.10- 5.12.16 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 5 Chapter 11 to 12 by ISKCON of DC

In our spiritual practice, bhakti is sometimes described as a seed of pure love that grows in the garden of our heart. Devaprastha will share with us lessons he learns from his home garden to nourish our internal spiritual work.

SB 5.10.10- 5.11.9 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 5 Chapter 10 to 11 by ISKCON of DC

SB 5.9.6 - 5.10.9 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 5 Chapter 9 to 10 by ISKCON of DC

We explore the intersection of the vaisnava spiritual practice and military service. Prithu das will share his recent experience of deployment to the Middle East and what it meant for him to be a vaisnava in that context.

We explore how mothers and motherly love are the foundation for any thriving community or society.

SB 5.8.11 - 5.9.4 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 5 Chapter 8 to 9 by ISKCON of DC

Tale of Prahlad & Lord Nrsimhadeva (Part 2)- Gauravani Das by ISKCON of DC

Tale of Prahlad & Lord Nrsimhadeva (Part 1)- Gauravani Das by ISKCON of DC

SB 5.6.13 - 5.8.10 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 5 Chapter 6 to 8 by ISKCON of DC

We will reflect on the glories of Sita Devi and what She teaches us about the practice of Bhakti.

SB 5.5.20 - 5.6.12 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 5 Chapter 5 to 6 by ISKCON of DC

SB 5.5.2 - 5.5.19 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 5 Chapter 5 by ISKCON of DC

The notion of a harmonious coexistence with nature is steeped in our spiritual practice and philosophy. Today we will examine the actions of Maharaja Prthu, the first monarch of the world, and in this context learn what we can do to continue his legacy.

The Masks We Wear and the Shelter We Seek - Rukmini Devi Dasi by ISKCON of DC

SB 5.3.3 - 5.5.1 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 5 Chapter 3 to 5 by ISKCON of DC

Using stories from the Ramayana, we'll explore how to use everything we have in service and spiritual relationships.

SB 5.1.35 - 5.3.2 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 5 Chapter 1 to 3 by ISKCON of DC

SB 5.1.15 - 5.1.35 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 5 Chapter 1 by ISKCON of DC

Dealing With Deadly Disease - Anuttama Das by ISKCON of DC

SB 4.31.18-5.1.12 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 4 Chapter 31 and Canto 5 Chapter 1 by ISKCON of DC

Every species huddles close as a means of physical survival. It is a 'me-first' mentality based on fear. What separates humans from animals is our willingness to care about others, a natural outgrowth of spiritual awareness. In this Sunday Talk, Rambhoru Devi Dasi will focus on the art and science of social connecting, particularly in troubling times.

SB 4.30.46-4.31.17 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 4 Chapter 30 to 31 by ISKCON of DC

Gaura Purnima with HH Romapada Swami by ISKCON of DC

Reflections on a sacred song that invites us to wake up and practice a simple but powerful mantra meditation.

SB 4.30.20-4.30.41 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 4 Chapter 30 by ISKCON of DC

Overview of the Bhagavad Gita - Narayani Devi Dasi by ISKCON of DC

Initiation Ceremony - HH Kadamba Kanana Swami by ISKCON of DC

Kirtan - HH Kadamba Kanana Swami by ISKCON of DC

Kadamba Kanana Swami speaks on The Life and Teachings of Sri Caitanya. Sri Caitanya Mahaprabhu ignited a revolution of consciousness with the Krishna Bhakti teachings in the 15th Century. His life and teachings are at the heart of the ISKCON movement today.

Are we all One? Are we all different? Can we be both at the same time?

What does a community in Bhakti look like? What are some principles that can guide us?

This special Open House is the first of a 6-Hour Kirtan series(Kirtan Sunday) for 2020. We kickstart the series in celebration of the Appearance Day of Lord Nityananda!

We celebrate the Appearance Day of Sri Nityananda Prabhu with a Lila Kirtan with Gaura Vani Das!

Understanding Lord Nityananda's Compassion - Giri Govardhan Das by ISKCON of DC

We will hear Saint Narada’s allegory of a deer’s perilous circumstance and how we as humans can turn peril into hope.

SB 4.29.84 & SB 4.30.1-4.30.19 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 4 Chapter 29 to 30 by ISKCON of DC

Srimad Bhagavatam SB 11.27.1 - HH Bhakti Vasudeva Swami by ISKCON of DC

In this talk we'll hear of an exchange between a great master and a great practitioner. We'll see that such an intentional conversation is like digging for gems - it requires some effort but the result is worthwhile.

SB 4.29.14 - 4.29.64 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 4 Chapter 29 by ISKCON of DC

As we transition into this new decade, His Holiness Badrinarayan Swami will reflect on Vedic views for the new year.

From a spiritual perspective, being another's true friend and well-wisher has a very simple essence: reminding others of Krsna. How that is best accomplished may take many shapes and paths, based upon time, place and circumstance. Join us as we explore friendship and spirituality.

Srimad Bhagavatam SB 11.26.23 - HH Romapada Swami by ISKCON of DC

This is a good question to ask ourselves at the end of the year. Or better yet, where do we want to go? And, are we headed in the right direction? We'll take a look back and also share some thoughts and ideas for 2020.

SB 4.28.1 - 4.28.29 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 4 Chapter 28 by ISKCON of DC

SB 4.27.1 - 4.27.30 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 4 Chapter 27 by ISKCON of DC

SB 4.26.1 - 4.26.26 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 4 Chapter 26 by ISKCON of DC

Srimad Bhagavatam SB 3.25.25 - Vaisesika Das by ISKCON of DC

What seemed like a family obligation turned out to be full of insights and spiritual inspirations - especially for the practice of validating others as a central part of Krishna Bhakti.

SB4.25.20 - 4.25.62 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 4 Chapter 25 by ISKCON of DC

In life we often think in terms of right or wrong, and win or lose, as we interact with others. Today, we'll explore a third option that Krishna uses when approaching such situations.

SB 4.24.60 - 4.25.20 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 4 Chapter 24 to 25 by ISKCON of DC

SB 4.24.42 - 4.24.59 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 4 Chapter 24 by ISKCON of DC

Bhakti is described as a seed that grows in the heart. What is the nature of the seed that we are personally trying to grow? What is the harvest we are hoping to get?

We'll take a look at the brothers Rama, Laxman, Bharat and Shatrughna and their different roles and relationships in the inspirational epic, the Ramayana.

Saragrahi Vaisnava by Srila Bhaktivinoda Thakura - HH Bhakti Caru Swami Bhajan by ISKCON of DC

Remembering the Legacy of HH Bhakti Tirtha Swami (Part 1) - HH Bhakti Charu Swami by ISKCON of DC

Remembering the Legacy of HH Bhakti Tirtha Swami (Part 2) - HH Bhakti Charu Swami by ISKCON of DC

We hear of Krishna's greatness - omniscient, omnipresent, and completely independent. The cause of all causes and nothing is higher or beyond Him. All that being true, why does He identify as a little boy who is dependent on His mother?

Śrī Caitanya-caritāmṛta Madhya-līlā 15.112-132 - HH Romapada Swami by ISKCON of DC

Srimad Bhagavatam SB 11.24.7 - Urmila Devi Dasi by ISKCON of DC

Srimad Bhagavatam SB 11.24.6-7 - Dravida Das by ISKCON of DC

Members of a visiting group of vaishnava scholars dialogue on the personal and impersonal understanding of God, and how it is resolved in the Bhakti practice and philosophy.

SB 4.24.15 - 4.24.41 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 4 Chapter 24 by ISKCON of DC

We have all experienced happiness coming and going. Is there a way to help it stay?

What Is Illusion And Reality SB11.24.2 - HH Bhakti Vinoda Swami by ISKCON of DC

Art Of Taking Krsna’s Shelter - HH Bhakti Vinoda Swami by ISKCON of DC

Bhadra Purnima 2019 - HH Bhakti Vinoda Swami by ISKCON of DC

SB 4.23.29 - 4.24.14 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 4 Chapter 23 to 24 by ISKCON of DC

Radha (the consort of Krishna) is the source of the "supreme joy" or 'ananda' of Vrindavan. Radhastami is considered one of the most sacred celebrations of the year. We will reflect on what Radha means to Krishna and what She means to the devotees of Krishna (bhaktas).

Radhastami 2019 - Leela Kirtan by ISKCON of DC

Let us learn how we can become attracted to the all-attractive Lord by understanding His most wonderful qualities in this series.

Let us learn how we can become attracted to the all-attractive Lord by understanding His most wonderful qualities in this series.

SB 4.23.6 - 4.23.28 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 4 Chapter 23 by ISKCON of DC

Let us learn how we can become attracted to the all-attractive Lord by understanding His most wonderful qualities in this series.

Krishna, by definition, is independent. He controls all and none can control him. Or maybe not? Join us in this talk to learn a little more about Krishna and His intriguing personality.

Let us learn how we can become attracted to the all-attractive Lord by understanding His most wonderful qualities in this series.

The beautiful wondrous Bhagavatam - Adi Purusha Das by ISKCON of DC

Attracting Krsna's Mercy (Part 2/2) - Adi Purusha Das by ISKCON of DC

Let us learn about what makes the All-attractive Lord attracted to appearing in an individual's heart in this 2 part seminar.

Lord Balaram Jayanti - Leela Kirtan by ISKCON of DC

SB 4.22.50 - 4.23.5 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 4 Chapters 22 to 23 by ISKCON of DC

Understanding the super excellence of Gaudiya Vaisnavism - HH Lokanath Swami by ISKCON of DC

SB 4.22.24 - 4.22.35 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 4 Chapter 22 by ISKCON of DC

Among the many Puranas in the library of the Vedas, the Srimad Bhagavatam stands out. Through story and beautiful sanksrit verses it offers unique perspectives on life's deepest questions which can nourish all levels of spiritual seekers. This Sunday we will explore what makes this set of books so special and why they should own a shelf in everyone's house.

The self-identification of "spiritual but not religious" is a growing trend in the United States and abroad promoting the de-institutionalization of religion and a kind of spiritual individualization. Is it possible to be spiritual and not religious at the same time? What is meant by "spiritual"? And what is meant by "religious"? We'll explore a Krishna conscious response to this complex issue.

SB 4.22.12 - 4.22.23 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 4 Chapter 22 by ISKCON of DC

Srimad Bhagavatam class SB 11.23.48 - HH Radha Raman Swami by ISKCON of DC

Srimad Bhagavatam class SB 11.23.49-50 - HH Radha Raman Swami by ISKCON of DC

We might feel that spiritual life and emotions don't go well together. After all, the Bhagavad-Gita teaches that happiness and distress 'come and go' and we should tolerate them 'without being disturbed'. Yet, who are we without our feelings? Our emotions? Are they to be developed or ignored or both?

Srimad Bhagavatam class SB 11.23.42-44 - HH Bhakti Vasudeva Swami by ISKCON of DC

Srimad Bhagavatam class SB 11.23.45 - HH Radha Raman Swami by ISKCON of DC

SB 4.21.43 - 4.22.11 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 4 Chapters 21 to 22 by ISKCON of DC

The secret of a happy marriage remains a secret. Still, we will examine ways to survive and thrive in this most important phase of life.

We all love the notion of freedom. But is our freedom limited (or not) by the choices we make? We'll explore choice and free will as integral parts of the bhakti practice.

SB 4.21.28 - 4.21.42 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 4 Chapter 21 by ISKCON of DC

Join visiting teacher HH Gopal Krishna Goswami as he shares inspirations on the practice of Krishna Consciousness and how it can help us find deep happiness within.

New Temple - HH Gopal Krishna Goswami Maharaj by ISKCON of DC

SB 4.21.6 - 4.21.27 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 4 Chapter 21 by ISKCON of DC

The great devotee Prahlad lists nine methods of devotion to Krishna. The Nectar of Instruction lists six things favorable and six things unfavorable for devotion. The Nectar of Devotion lists 64 elements of devotional practice. Nevertheless, without diminishing the importance or relevance of these analyses, we will present the argument that Krishna really only wants one thing from us.

To take up or continue a spiritual practice may, at times, seem daunting. How do we 'get it right' or at least be assured we are heading in the right direction? Visiting Guru, Giriraj Swami, shares with us the secret of a successful spiritual journey in Krishna Bhakti and gives us hope that we can all achieve it.

Sometimes the first chapter of Bhagavad Gita is referred to as "The Yoga of Despair", because of Arjuna's emotional condition at the end of that chapter. In the following chapters, Krishna's teachings relieve Arjuna of his grief and place him on the path to bliss. Using Arjuna as a model and as an inspiration we will look at how we can do the same.

Srimad Bhagavatam class SB 11.23.18-19 - HH Romapada Swami by ISKCON of DC

Initiation Ceremony - HH Radhanath Swami by ISKCON of DC

Join us as we explore the story of Prahlada and the courage it takes to trust.

SB 4.20.23- 4.21.5 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 4 Chapters 20 to 21 by ISKCON of DC

Lord Nrisimhadeva Appearance - HH Bhakti Charu Swami by ISKCON of DC

Join us as we celebrate the Appearance Day of Srimati Sita Devi along with all other mothers in our lives.

Stages of Bhakti: passing through the four clouds of obstacles (Part 5/5) - Adi Purusha Das by ISKCON of DC

Suffering In Spiritual Life: An aberration or a stage? (Part 4/4) - Adi Purusha Das by ISKCON of DC

Stages of Bhakti: passing through the four clouds of obstacles (Part 3/5) - Adi Purusha Das by ISKCON of DC

Suffering In Spiritual Life: An aberration or a stage? (Part 3/4) - Adi Purusha Das by ISKCON of DC

Stages of Bhakti: passing through the four clouds of obstacles (Part 4/5) - Adi Purusha Das by ISKCON of DC

Stages of Bhakti: passing through the four clouds of obstacles (Part 2/5) - Adi Purusha Das by ISKCON of DC

Suffering In Spiritual Life: An aberration or a stage? (Part 2/4) - Adi Purusha Das by ISKCON of DC

Stages of Bhakti: passing through the four clouds of obstacles (Part 1/5) - Adi Purusha Das by ISKCON of DC

Satisfaction - Adi Purusha Das by ISKCON of DC

Suffering In Spiritual Life: An aberration or a stage? (Part 1/4) - Adi Purusha Das by ISKCON of DC

SB 4.20.14 - 4.20.27 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 4 Chapter 20 by ISKCON of DC

How much should we care about the world and its dilemmas? Isn't happiness within?

Our tongue is like a loaded gun we always carry with us. Learn three principles to tap the power of words and not be trapped by them.

SB 4.20.1 - 4.20.14 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 4 Chapter 20 by ISKCON of DC

SB 9.10.22 Lord Rama killing Ravana - Caitanya Charan Das by ISKCON of DC

We'll take deep dive into the ahimsa principle. How do we live in nonviolent ways? What do other traditions say about ahimsa? Are some forms of violence disguised as nonviolence?

SB 4.19.23 - 4.20.3 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 4 Chapters 19 to 20 by ISKCON of DC

SB 4.18.14 - 4.19.26 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 4 Chapters 18 to 19 by ISKCON of DC

Facing the reality of this world is the first step in spiritual awakening. Hearing from an Acarya helps us build on that. We'll listen to a short recorded talk by the Founder-Acarya of ISKCON, Srila Prabhupada, followed by a discussion.

Krishna Consiousness and Youth - Deva Madhava Das by ISKCON of DC

SB 4.17.35 - 4.18.14 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 4 Chapters 17 to 18 by ISKCON of DC

This lecture explores how we can follow in the footsteps of the Acarya by being an enthusiastic connector, not just an achiever.

SB 4.16.11 - 4.17.33 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 4 Chapters 16 to 17 by ISKCON of DC

Vraj Vihari Das - Gaura Purnima lecture by ISKCON of DC

Yash Das by ISKCON of DC

Vyshnave Dasi by ISKCON of DC

Varshana Dasi by ISKCON of DC

Toshan Das by ISKCON of DC

Shyam Das by ISKCON of DC

Samradni Devi by ISKCON of DC

Rushina Dasi by ISKCON of DC

Revati Dasi by ISKCON of DC

Radha Kund Dasi by ISKCON of DC

Purnachandra Nitai Das by ISKCON of DC

Nimai Das by ISKCON of DC

Lakshmi Dasi by ISKCON of DC

Krsna Das by ISKCON of DC

Krsna Das - Sunday by ISKCON of DC

Keshav Das by ISKCON of DC

Ishani Dasi by ISKCON of DC

Isha Dasi by ISKCON of DC

Govinda Das by ISKCON of DC

Devnath Das by ISKCON of DC

Closing Kirtan by ISKCON of DC

Avig Das by ISKCON of DC

Avig Das - Sunday by ISKCON of DC

Avig Das 2 - Sunday by ISKCON of DC

Avanish Das by ISKCON of DC

Asmita Dasi by ISKCON of DC

Amritha Dasi by ISKCON of DC

Abhay Das by ISKCON of DC

In this Sunday Open House series on Acaryas, we will discuss what are the qualifications of an acarya and how one becomes one.

An Acarya is 'one who teaches by example'. In simpler terms 'people hear what you do, more than they hear what you say!'. Krishna spoke of the acarya principle in the Bhagavad-gita both by calling Arjuna's attention to it as an important component of his decision making, and by living it himself. Join us as we explore the acarya principle in the lives of both western and eastern philosophers and revolutionary teachers.

Affection lies at the heart of the most intimate relationships. As one progresses along the spiritual path, one begins to feel intimacy with all living beings, seeing them as part of the Supreme Lord's creation. Affection is the secret ingredient in accessing a deeper connection with the Supreme, and most importantly, with one another.

Our spiritual practice is grounded in a culture of selfless love and yet we often find ourselves at odds with others. How can we minimize our conflicts and bring affection back to the center? How can we make it less about being 'right' and more about the relationships?

SB 4.14.42 - 4.16.10 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 4 Chapters 14 to 16 by ISKCON of DC

SB 4.14.1 - 4.14.41 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 4 Chapter 14 by ISKCON of DC

Sometimes in our spiritual enthusiasm we forget to communicate our care for one another. Today we'll focus one the Gita value "affection" (priti)and ways of integrating it into our Bhakti practice.

SB 4.13.23 - 4.13.49 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 4 Chapter 13 by ISKCON of DC

Active service in a loving mood is the bedrock of the Bhakti Yoga practice. Does such service inspire genuine humility? And can we say that humility can deepen our experiences while serving Krishna?

Prabhupada, the Founder-Acarya of ISKCON is considered one of the greatest modern teachers of Krishna Bhakti. His early disciples saw him live the principles of humility up close and personal back in 1966. We'll hear from one of them today.

Exploring Humility - Madhavacarya das by ISKCON of DC

SB 4.12.37 - 4.13.22 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 4 Chapters 12 and 13 by ISKCON of DC

Endings weave their way in and out of our lives. What do they bring and what do they leave behind?

Asking the question 'why' is very important - it saves one from following something ritualistically or simply giving it up due to lack of proper understanding of the purpose behind the activity. This talk brings up the importance of understanding the purpose of our activities.

SB 4.12.17 - 4.12.36 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 4 Chapter 12 by ISKCON of DC

Gauravani will share his journey in rediscovery of japa, where he finds an understanding of its value in our modern, busy, hectic, efficiency-focused life.

Although there are many 'prosperity religions' around, Krishna Bhakti is not one of them. However, how does one balance the accumulation of 'stuff' in the world and the many scriptural statements on renunciation? Is it either/or, or is there another option?

The Bhagavad-Gita presents a view that is not particularly optimistic regarding the prospects of the conventional pursuit of happiness and contentment. On the other hand, however, it highlights a spiritual path towards a life of pure joy.

We are often troubled by what we have done (or not done) in the past or what was done to us. We know we can't go back, but can the Krishna Bhakti process help us gain perspective as we live in the present and into the future?

His Divine Grace Srila Prabhupada's Disappearance Day - Vraja Vihari Das by ISKCON of DC

Aghasura - Caitanya Charan Das by ISKCON of DC

SB 4.12.1 - 4.12.16 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 4 Chapter 12 by ISKCON of DC

What is the most powerful influence in this world and who is behind it?

SB 4.11.15 - 4.11.35 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 4 Chapter 11 by ISKCON of DC

We will hear about the overall structure of Bhakti Yoga but we will also learn about little understood aspects of the subtle nature of Bhakti's dynamics. Yoga i snot something static and Bhakti is not preoccupied with perfection; rather, especially, in this harvest season, they both strive to harvest greater and greater levels of loving service, and loving connections with the divine and all beings.

SB 4.10.30 - 4.11.19 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 4 Chapters 10 and 11 by ISKCON of DC

Harvest of The Heart - Garuda Das by ISKCON of DC

Relationships by ISKCON of DC

SB 4.9.42 - 4.10.14 Lecture: Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 4 Chapters 9-10 by ISKCON of DC

Stand Strong - Lessons from the Ramayana PART 1 by ISKCON of DC

Stand Strong - Lessons from the Ramayana PART 2 by ISKCON of DC

CC Madhya 15.7-14 - HH Bhakti Vasudeva Swami by ISKCON of DC

What does compassionate action look like from the perspective of the Bhagavad-Gita? How does it play out, not only in terms of others, but especially in terms of our real and existing spiritual self?

SB 11.20.30 HH Bhakti Vasudeva Swami by ISKCON of DC

Exploring the power and sweetness of our favorite mantra!

Lecture by Vraja Vihari das. This Srimad Bhagavatam is translated into English from Sanskrit by the Founder Acharya of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness, Srila Prabhupāda.

Is Liberation Wishful Thinking? - HH Bhakti Vasudeva Swami by ISKCON of DC

SB 11.20.29 HH Bhakti Vasudeva Swami by ISKCON of DC

Lecture by Vraja Vihari das. This Srimad Bhagavatam is translated into English from Sanskrit by the Founder Acharya of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness, Srila Prabhupāda.

Lecture by Vraja Vihari das. This Srimad Bhagavatam is translated into English from Sanskrit by the Founder Acharya of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness, Srila Prabhupāda.

In spiritual life, we need strength to do difficult things. Practicing forgiveness, taming the false ego, sensing our divinity, letting go when we don't want to. Where do we find it - the energy needed to live from soul values?

Why Does The World Exist - Giri Govardhana das by ISKCON of DC

Lecture by Vraja Vihari das. This Srimad Bhagavatam is translated into English from Sanskrit by the Founder Acharya of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness, Srila Prabhupāda.

How do the teachings of Krishna Bhakti help us build community in the different parts of our lives? Join us to explore this question.

Lecture by Vraja Vihari das. This Srimad Bhagavatam is translated into English from Sanskrit by the Founder Acharya of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness, Srila Prabhupāda.

There is so much to learn from the world around us... if we just learn to listen.

Lecture by Vraja Vihari das. This Srimad Bhagavatam is translated into English from Sanskrit by the Founder Acharya of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness, Srila Prabhupāda.

Physical Mental Spiritual - Giri Govardhana Das by ISKCON of DC

Lecture by Vraja Vihari das. This Srimad Bhagavatam is translated into English from Sanskrit by the Founder Acharya of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness, Srila Prabhupāda.

Join us this Sunday as we explore what it means to be Best in Spiritual Practice.

Learn why the Srimad Bhagavatam, the epic philosophical and literary classic book, is incredibly powerful and holds many benefits for all.

Lecture by Vraja Vihari das. This Srimad Bhagavatam is translated into English from Sanskrit by the Founder Acharya of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness, Srila Prabhupāda.

Changing Matter Into Spirit - Giri Govardhana das by ISKCON of DC

Determination - Devaki Nandana das by ISKCON of DC

Perfect Peace - Giri Govardhana Das by ISKCON of DC

Lecture by Vraja Vihari das. This Srimad Bhagavatam is translated into English from Sanskrit by the Founder Acharya of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness, Srila Prabhupāda.

How To Succeed In Spiritual Life - HH Gopal Krishna Goswami by ISKCON of DC

Lecture by Vraja Vihari das. This Srimad Bhagavatam is translated into English from Sanskrit by the Founder Acharya of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness, Srila Prabhupāda.

Join us for Lila (sacred stories) and Kirtan under the evening sky with the world famous story teller, Deena Bandhu Das.

Phenomenal And Numinous -Giri Govardhana Das by ISKCON of DC

Lecture by Vraja Vihari das. This Srimad Bhagavatam is translated into English from Sanskrit by the Founder Acharya of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness, Srila Prabhupāda.

Initiation ceremony of Tadiya dd

We'll hear stories and reflections on a life of service and renunciation from a monk in the Bhakti Tradition.

This Srimad Bhagavatam is translated into English from Sanskrit by the Founder Acharya of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness, Srila Prabhupāda.

In this age of religious conflict, social unrest, increased nationalism, and ethnic tensions, and amidst growing distrust of any kind of organized spiritual tradition, does ISKCON and our members have a positive role to play? Is it possible to "bring down the fever" of tension and strife, either personally or as a community? Can anyone make a difference?

Lecture by Vraja Vihari das. This Srimad Bhagavatam is translated into English from Sanskrit by the Founder Acharya of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness, Srila Prabhupāda.

Tolerate - Giri Govardhana das by ISKCON of DC

As small creatures in a large world our tendency is to seek greater and greater control over the world around us. What we may not realize is that by doing so we cut ourselves off from the power of our soul, the power of serenity, and the power of God's grace.

The Person With Profound Knowledge - Giri Govardhana das by ISKCON of DC

Our Constant Companion - Giri Govardhana Das by ISKCON of DC

The scriptures mention four aims or goals of human life: righteousness, prosperity, pleasure, and liberation. In our bhakti tradition we add a fifth (and best!), goal to the list: love for God.

We all have to choose directions to take in life. They affect our future and we often agonize over them. Many of these decisions are not clear cut. There are trade-offs. We will explore how to have a healthy dependence on Krishna during these times of uncertainty--a dependence that will bring us closer to Him

Lecture by Vraja Vihari das. This Srimad Bhagavatam is translated into English from Sanskrit by the Founder Acharya of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness, Srila Prabhupāda. Lectures on the Srimad Bhagavatam are held on Sunday mornings at our temple. In order to understand the Śrīmad Bhāgavatam, it is essential to become familiar not only with the translations of the verses, but also with the commentaries on the verses by Srila Prabhupāda. These commentaries are available free online: http://vedabase.com/en/sb/1 As well as for the Kindle: http://www.amazon.com/Srimad-Bhagavatam-First-Divine-Bhaktivedanta-Prabhupada-ebook/dp/B0082COOZA/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1410049087&sr=1-1&keywords=Srimad-Bhagavatam+Bhaktivedanta For the Nook: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/srimad-bhagavatam-first-canto-his-divine-grace-a-c-bhaktivedanta-swami-prabhupada/1118040387?ean=2940148182207 And for iBooks: https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/srimad-bhagavatam-first-canto/id548453776?mt=11 A beautiful hardback edition of the entire set is available at our temple. We hope that you can visit.

Lecture by Vraja Vihari das. This Srimad Bhagavatam is translated into English from Sanskrit by the Founder Acharya of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness, Srila Prabhupāda. Lectures on the Srimad Bhagavatam are held on Sunday mornings at our temple. In order to understand the Śrīmad Bhāgavatam, it is essential to become familiar not only with the translations of the verses, but also with the commentaries on the verses by Srila Prabhupāda. These commentaries are available free online: http://vedabase.com/en/sb/1 As well as for the Kindle: http://www.amazon.com/Srimad-Bhagavatam-First-Divine-Bhaktivedanta-Prabhupada-ebook/dp/B0082COOZA/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1410049087&sr=1-1&keywords=Srimad-Bhagavatam+Bhaktivedanta For the Nook: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/srimad-bhagavatam-first-canto-his-divine-grace-a-c-bhaktivedanta-swami-prabhupada/1118040387?ean=2940148182207 And for iBooks: https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/srimad-bhagavatam-first-canto/id548453776?mt=11 A beautiful hardback edition of the entire set is available at our temple. We hope that you can visit.

Analyzing Bhakti Minutely - Giri Govardhana dasa by ISKCON of DC

What are some of the qualities of Krishna's mother? We'll take a look at those and others as we explore some of the beautiful attributes of mothers very close to Krishna.

Lecture by Vraja Vihari das. This Srimad Bhagavatam is translated into English from Sanskrit by the Founder Acharya of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness, Srila Prabhupāda. Lectures on the Srimad Bhagavatam are held on Sunday mornings at our temple. In order to understand the Śrīmad Bhāgavatam, it is essential to become familiar not only with the translations of the verses, but also with the commentaries on the verses by Srila Prabhupāda. These commentaries are available free online: http://vedabase.com/en/sb/1 As well as for the Kindle: http://www.amazon.com/Srimad-Bhagavatam-First-Divine-Bhaktivedanta-Prabhupada-ebook/dp/B0082COOZA/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1410049087&sr=1-1&keywords=Srimad-Bhagavatam+Bhaktivedanta For the Nook: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/srimad-bhagavatam-first-canto-his-divine-grace-a-c-bhaktivedanta-swami-prabhupada/1118040387?ean=2940148182207 And for iBooks: https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/srimad-bhagavatam-first-canto/id548453776?mt=11 A beautiful hardback edition of the entire set is available at our temple. We hope that you can visit.

Lecture by Vraja Vihari das. This Srimad Bhagavatam is translated into English from Sanskrit by the Founder Acharya of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness, Srila Prabhupāda. Lectures on the Srimad Bhagavatam are held on Sunday mornings at our temple. In order to understand the Śrīmad Bhāgavatam, it is essential to become familiar not only with the translations of the verses, but also with the commentaries on the verses by Srila Prabhupāda. These commentaries are available free online: http://vedabase.com/en/sb/1 As well as for the Kindle: http://www.amazon.com/Srimad-Bhagavatam-First-Divine-Bhaktivedanta-Prabhupada-ebook/dp/B0082COOZA/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1410049087&sr=1-1&keywords=Srimad-Bhagavatam+Bhaktivedanta For the Nook: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/srimad-bhagavatam-first-canto-his-divine-grace-a-c-bhaktivedanta-swami-prabhupada/1118040387?ean=2940148182207 And for iBooks: https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/srimad-bhagavatam-first-canto/id548453776?mt=11 A beautiful hardback edition of the entire set is available at our temple. We hope that you can visit.

Today we'll explore how the four principles that Krishna Bhakti devotees follow are not just moral principles, but also principles of cognition.

Lecture by Vraja Vihari das. This Srimad Bhagavatam is translated into English from Sanskrit by the Founder Acharya of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness, Srila Prabhupāda. Lectures on the Srimad Bhagavatam are held on Sunday mornings at our temple. In order to understand the Śrīmad Bhāgavatam, it is essential to become familiar not only with the translations of the verses, but also with the commentaries on the verses by Srila Prabhupāda. These commentaries are available free online: http://vedabase.com/en/sb/1 As well as for the Kindle: http://www.amazon.com/Srimad-Bhagavatam-First-Divine-Bhaktivedanta-Prabhupada-ebook/dp/B0082COOZA/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1410049087&sr=1-1&keywords=Srimad-Bhagavatam+Bhaktivedanta For the Nook: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/srimad-bhagavatam-first-canto-his-divine-grace-a-c-bhaktivedanta-swami-prabhupada/1118040387?ean=2940148182207 And for iBooks: https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/srimad-bhagavatam-first-canto/id548453776?mt=11 A beautiful hardback edition of the entire set is available at our temple. We hope that you can visit.

Does religion cause war? This is an often asked question with no easy answers. Today we'll explore some of the real causes of war and also take a look at the purpose of religion from the perspective of Krishna Bhakti.

A kirtan recorded on the Murli in the temple room of ISKCON of DC, with Avig Pointi on lead vocal. This kirtan was part of the Capital Kirtan weekend organized by Shyam Patel and Amritha Sridhar.

A kirtan recorded on the Murli in the temple room of ISKCON of DC. Yash and Lakshmi on vocals. This kirtan was part of the Capital Kirtan weekend organized by Shyam Patel and Amritha Sridhar.

Lord Caitanya taught the practice of Kirtan as a revolution, but a revolution of the heart. How does kirtan cause our heart to change? What is the best way to participate in kirtan so we really hear the mantra and feel the change happening? After Rukmini Dasi's talk, we transition directly into a kirtan lead by Yash Gupta, as part of the Capital Kirtan weekend organized by Amritha Sridhar and Shyam Gupta.

On this special festival Sunday, we'll hear stories from the Ramayana epic interspersed with music meditation, in a presentation that is known as Lila Kirtan.

Lecture by Vraja Vihari das. This Srimad Bhagavatam is translated into English from Sanskrit by the Founder Acharya of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness, Srila Prabhupāda. Lectures on the Srimad Bhagavatam are held on Sunday mornings at our temple. In order to understand the Śrīmad Bhāgavatam, it is essential to become familiar not only with the translations of the verses, but also with the commentaries on the verses by Srila Prabhupāda. These commentaries are available free online: http://vedabase.com/en/sb/1 As well as for the Kindle: http://www.amazon.com/Srimad-Bhagavatam-First-Divine-Bhaktivedanta-Prabhupada-ebook/dp/B0082COOZA/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1410049087&sr=1-1&keywords=Srimad-Bhagavatam+Bhaktivedanta For the Nook: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/srimad-bhagavatam-first-canto-his-divine-grace-a-c-bhaktivedanta-swami-prabhupada/1118040387?ean=2940148182207 And for iBooks: https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/srimad-bhagavatam-first-canto/id548453776?mt=11 A beautiful hardback edition of the entire set is available at our temple. We hope that you can visit.

Lecture by Vraja Vihari das. This Srimad Bhagavatam is translated into English from Sanskrit by the Founder Acharya of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness, Srila Prabhupāda. Lectures on the Srimad Bhagavatam are held on Sunday mornings at our temple. In order to understand the Śrīmad Bhāgavatam, it is essential to become familiar not only with the translations of the verses, but also with the commentaries on the verses by Srila Prabhupāda. These commentaries are available free online: http://vedabase.com/en/sb/1 As well as for the Kindle: http://www.amazon.com/Srimad-Bhagavatam-First-Divine-Bhaktivedanta-Prabhupada-ebook/dp/B0082COOZA/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1410049087&sr=1-1&keywords=Srimad-Bhagavatam+Bhaktivedanta For the Nook: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/srimad-bhagavatam-first-canto-his-divine-grace-a-c-bhaktivedanta-swami-prabhupada/1118040387?ean=2940148182207 And for iBooks: https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/srimad-bhagavatam-first-canto/id548453776?mt=11 A beautiful hardback edition of the entire set is available at our temple. We hope that you can visit.

The Gita says we are indestructible souls, different from our bodies. We will explore what that means to us in our day-to-day lives and spiritual practices.

Lecture by Vraja Vihari das. This Srimad Bhagavatam is translated into English from Sanskrit by the Founder Acharya of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness, Srila Prabhupāda. Lectures on the Srimad Bhagavatam are held on Sunday mornings at our temple. In order to understand the Śrīmad Bhāgavatam, it is essential to become familiar not only with the translations of the verses, but also with the commentaries on the verses by Srila Prabhupāda. These commentaries are available free online: http://vedabase.com/en/sb/1 As well as for the Kindle: http://www.amazon.com/Srimad-Bhagavatam-First-Divine-Bhaktivedanta-Prabhupada-ebook/dp/B0082COOZA/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1410049087&sr=1-1&keywords=Srimad-Bhagavatam+Bhaktivedanta For the Nook: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/srimad-bhagavatam-first-canto-his-divine-grace-a-c-bhaktivedanta-swami-prabhupada/1118040387?ean=2940148182207 And for iBooks: https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/srimad-bhagavatam-first-canto/id548453776?mt=11 A beautiful hardback edition of the entire set is available at our temple. We hope that you can visit.

Narayani dasi shares her story as an early disciple of Srila Prabhupada, her service as a writer and a priest, and now, as she travels and teaches the world, as a woman and a guru in ISKCON.

Lecture by Vraja Vihari das. This Srimad Bhagavatam is translated into English from Sanskrit by the Founder Acharya of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness, Srila Prabhupāda. Lectures on the Srimad Bhagavatam are held on Sunday mornings at our temple. In order to understand the Śrīmad Bhāgavatam, it is essential to become familiar not only with the translations of the verses, but also with the commentaries on the verses by Srila Prabhupāda. These commentaries are available free online: http://vedabase.com/en/sb/1 As well as for the Kindle: http://www.amazon.com/Srimad-Bhagavatam-First-Divine-Bhaktivedanta-Prabhupada-ebook/dp/B0082COOZA/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1410049087&sr=1-1&keywords=Srimad-Bhagavatam+Bhaktivedanta For the Nook: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/srimad-bhagavatam-first-canto-his-divine-grace-a-c-bhaktivedanta-swami-prabhupada/1118040387?ean=2940148182207 And for iBooks: https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/srimad-bhagavatam-first-canto/id548453776?mt=11 A beautiful hardback edition of the entire set is available at our temple. We hope that you can visit.

Among social reformers and spiritual teachers of the past, Sri Caitanya Mahaprabhu stands out. Today, in a period of great cynicism, lack of faith in leadership, and growing tension between peoples and cultures of the world, Mahaprabhu offers us a practical formula for social renewal and self awareness.

Recorded in the ISKCON of DC temple room on New Year's Eve.

There are many extraordinary benefits that come from chanting the Hare Krishna Maha-Mantra, but in order for us to receive those benefits we need to endeavor to chant in the right way. If we approach our chanting not simply as a form of meditation, but rather as an encounter between the soul and the Divine, we will be able to bring a mood of heartfelt prayer to our chanting which can help us tremendously.

What is Ayurveda and what is its connection with Bhakti? Does Ayurveda support a bhakti lifestyle? How does a bhakti yoga practitioner derive the key benefits of Ayurveda?

Lecture by Vraja Vihari das. This Srimad Bhagavatam is translated into English from Sanskrit by the Founder Acharya of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness, Srila Prabhupāda. Lectures on the Srimad Bhagavatam are held on Sunday mornings at our temple. In order to understand the Śrīmad Bhāgavatam, it is essential to become familiar not only with the translations of the verses, but also with the commentaries on the verses by Srila Prabhupāda. These commentaries are available free online: http://vedabase.com/en/sb/1 As well as for the Kindle: http://www.amazon.com/Srimad-Bhagavatam-First-Divine-Bhaktivedanta-Prabhupada-ebook/dp/B0082COOZA/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1410049087&sr=1-1&keywords=Srimad-Bhagavatam+Bhaktivedanta For the Nook: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/srimad-bhagavatam-first-canto-his-divine-grace-a-c-bhaktivedanta-swami-prabhupada/1118040387?ean=2940148182207 And for iBooks: https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/srimad-bhagavatam-first-canto/id548453776?mt=11 A beautiful hardback edition of the entire set is available at our temple. We hope that you can visit.

This week we will discuss the Deities that grace the ISKCON of DC temple: Who are They? Are They “idols” as warned against in Abrahamic traditions? Why do we take such care in worshipping Them? How can we develop a relationship with Them?

Lecture by Vraja Vihari das. This Srimad Bhagavatam is translated into English from Sanskrit by the Founder Acharya of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness, Srila Prabhupāda. Lectures on the Srimad Bhagavatam are held on Sunday mornings at our temple. In order to understand the Śrīmad Bhāgavatam, it is essential to become familiar not only with the translations of the verses, but also with the commentaries on the verses by Srila Prabhupāda. These commentaries are available free online: http://vedabase.com/en/sb/1 As well as for the Kindle: http://www.amazon.com/Srimad-Bhagavatam-First-Divine-Bhaktivedanta-Prabhupada-ebook/dp/B0082COOZA/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1410049087&sr=1-1&keywords=Srimad-Bhagavatam+Bhaktivedanta For the Nook: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/srimad-bhagavatam-first-canto-his-divine-grace-a-c-bhaktivedanta-swami-prabhupada/1118040387?ean=2940148182207 And for iBooks: https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/srimad-bhagavatam-first-canto/id548453776?mt=11 A beautiful hardback edition of the entire set is available at our temple. We hope that you can visit.

Today’s podcast episode is like the original episode in some ways. It’s not an interview, but rather some discussion about myself and what I’m doing at the Hare Krishna temple.

The wisdom texts of various spiritual paths explain the importance of regular fasting from food and water for spiritual elevation in consciousness. In this talk, we'll hear a scientific perspective behind this age-old practice and gain an appreciation for living into a healthy holistic spiritual culture.

Christy Freer led a kirtan on December 31, 2017, at the ISKCON of DC temple in Potomac, Maryland, to ring in the new year.

Sunday Open House Talk by Bhayahari das

Class discussion led by Vraja Vihari dasa.

The intention and mood behind our chanting are the most important parts of kirtan. Can we find Krishna in the reflections of the material world? Does it matter what style of kirtan we are offering; contemporary or traditional?

I consider Anand dasa to be a mentor and a friend. We sat for a very nice talk. This is the last episode of 2017, and we discuss our hopes for next year. For more episodes, go to http://questionsforthesages.com Questions for the Sages is also on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/questionsforthesages/ And on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCY3USiACeeLMPZeAnUeTkKQ Thanks to Rico Hayes for the theme music: http://www.ricohayes.com

Class discussion led by Vraja Vihari dasa.

Class discussion led by Vraja Vihari dasa.

Class discussion led by Vraja Vihari dasa.

Class discussion led by Vraja Vihari dasa.

Ananda Vrindavaneswari devi dasi is the president of the Hare Krishna temple in Potomac, Maryland, and we sat to discuss the year 2017, and some of the things we look forward to in 2018. For more episodes, go to http://questionsforthesages.com Questions for the Sages is also on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/questionsforthesages/ And on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCY3USiACeeLMPZeAnUeTkKQ Thanks to Rico Hayes for the theme music: http://www.ricohayes.com

Lecture by Vraja Vihari das. This Srimad Bhagavatam is translated into English from Sanskrit by the Founder Acharya of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness, Srila Prabhupāda. Lectures on the Srimad Bhagavatam are held on Sunday mornings at our temple. In order to understand the Śrīmad Bhāgavatam, it is essential to become familiar not only with the translations of the verses, but also with the commentaries on the verses by Srila Prabhupāda. These commentaries are available free online: http://vedabase.com/en/sb/1 As well as for the Kindle: http://www.amazon.com/Srimad-Bhagavatam-First-Divine-Bhaktivedanta-Prabhupada-ebook/dp/B0082COOZA/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1410049087&sr=1-1&keywords=Srimad-Bhagavatam+Bhaktivedanta For the Nook: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/srimad-bhagavatam-first-canto-his-divine-grace-a-c-bhaktivedanta-swami-prabhupada/1118040387?ean=2940148182207 And for iBooks: https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/srimad-bhagavatam-first-canto/id548453776?mt=11 A beautiful hardback edition of the entire set is available at our temple. We hope that you can visit.

The practice of calling the Holy Name is found in many of the world's great spiritual traditions. Today we'll take a look at that and share some insights to better experience the Bhakti Yoga practice of singing and chanting Krishna's Holy Name.

Lecture by Vraja Vihari das. This Srimad Bhagavatam is translated into English from Sanskrit by the Founder Acharya of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness, Srila Prabhupāda. Lectures on the Srimad Bhagavatam are held on Sunday mornings at our temple. In order to understand the Śrīmad Bhāgavatam, it is essential to become familiar not only with the translations of the verses, but also with the commentaries on the verses by Srila Prabhupāda. These commentaries are available free online: http://vedabase.com/en/sb/1 As well as for the Kindle: http://www.amazon.com/Srimad-Bhagavatam-First-Divine-Bhaktivedanta-Prabhupada-ebook/dp/B0082COOZA/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1410049087&sr=1-1&keywords=Srimad-Bhagavatam+Bhaktivedanta For the Nook: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/srimad-bhagavatam-first-canto-his-divine-grace-a-c-bhaktivedanta-swami-prabhupada/1118040387?ean=2940148182207 And for iBooks: https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/srimad-bhagavatam-first-canto/id548453776?mt=11 A beautiful hardback edition of the entire set is available at our temple. We hope that you can visit.

The Bhagavad Gita is among the top three most read and revered spiritual texts in the world. What is the relevance of this ancient text today? Are there teachings to be found that shed light on the complex questions we face as individuals and as a global society? ​ Can the Bhagavad Gita shed light on my path?

Levi has led quite a life, and next week, he’ll be moving onto the temple grounds. We go over some his life story, and look to the future. My apologies for my froggy voice. For more episodes, go to http://questionsforthesages.com Questions for the Sages is also on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/questionsforthesages/ And on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCY3USiACeeLMPZeAnUeTkKQ Thanks to Rico Hayes for the theme music: http://www.ricohayes.com

Lecture by Vraja Vihari das. This Srimad Bhagavatam is translated into English from Sanskrit by the Founder Acharya of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness, Srila Prabhupāda. Lectures on the Srimad Bhagavatam are held on Sunday mornings at our temple. In order to understand the Śrīmad Bhāgavatam, it is essential to become familiar not only with the translations of the verses, but also with the commentaries on the verses by Srila Prabhupāda. These commentaries are available free online: http://vedabase.com/en/sb/1 As well as for the Kindle: http://www.amazon.com/Srimad-Bhagavatam-First-Divine-Bhaktivedanta-Prabhupada-ebook/dp/B0082COOZA/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1410049087&sr=1-1&keywords=Srimad-Bhagavatam+Bhaktivedanta For the Nook: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/srimad-bhagavatam-first-canto-his-divine-grace-a-c-bhaktivedanta-swami-prabhupada/1118040387?ean=2940148182207 And for iBooks: https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/srimad-bhagavatam-first-canto/id548453776?mt=11 A beautiful hardback edition of the entire set is available at our temple. We hope that you can visit.

In the Bhagavad-gita Lord Krishna invites His friend Arjuna to work as His instrument. This invitation is open to every one of us. Discover the secret to turning oneself into an instrument for Krishna and how this seemingly small adjustment ushers into one’s life unprecedented peace of mind and prosperity.

It was almost exactly a year ago that Dhyani first visited the Hare Krishna temple in Potomac Maryland. We discuss the events leading up to her visit, and her thoughts about future plans and involvement. For more episodes, go to http://questionsforthesages.com Questions for the Sages is also on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/questionsforthesages/ And on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCY3USiACeeLMPZeAnUeTkKQ Thanks to Rico Hayes for the theme music: http://www.ricohayes.com

Janardana dasa moved onto the temple grounds four months ago with his wife, Amy. Amy’s interview is episode 28 of the Questions for the Sages podcast. For more episodes, go to http://questionsforthesages.com Questions for the Sages is also on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/questionsforthesages/ And on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCY3USiACeeLMPZeAnUeTkKQ Thanks to Rico Hayes for the theme music: http://www.ricohayes.com

Lecture by Vraja Vihari das. This Srimad Bhagavatam is translated into English from Sanskrit by the Founder Acharya of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness, Srila Prabhupāda. Lectures on the Srimad Bhagavatam are held on Sunday mornings at our temple. In order to understand the Śrīmad Bhāgavatam, it is essential to become familiar not only with the translations of the verses, but also with the commentaries on the verses by Srila Prabhupāda. These commentaries are available free online: http://vedabase.com/en/sb/1 As well as for the Kindle: http://www.amazon.com/Srimad-Bhagavatam-First-Divine-Bhaktivedanta-Prabhupada-ebook/dp/B0082COOZA/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1410049087&sr=1-1&keywords=Srimad-Bhagavatam+Bhaktivedanta For the Nook: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/srimad-bhagavatam-first-canto-his-divine-grace-a-c-bhaktivedanta-swami-prabhupada/1118040387?ean=2940148182207 And for iBooks: https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/srimad-bhagavatam-first-canto/id548453776?mt=11 A beautiful hardback edition of the entire set is available at our temple. We hope that you can visit.

Unlike yoga systems that encourage absolute renunciation of the world, Bhakti-yoga considers engagement with the world to be an essential component of our personal spiritual development. This is why, in the Bhagavad-gita, Krishna encourages Arjuna to engage with his enemies rather than leave the battlefield. It’s also why ISKCON’s founder-acarya, A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, characterizes the core scripture of the Hare Krishna movement, the Śrīmad-Bhāgavatam, in a social context as “a cultural presentation for the re-spiritualization of the entire human society” that can provide “a clue as to how humanity can become one in peace, friendship and prosperity with a common cause.” In this talk, Hari-kirtana das will describe six principal ‘Vaisnava Values’ and demonstrate how we can translate those values into clearly defined strategies for spiritually uplifting social engagement.

Fear is an emotion we all share at one time or another. Where does fear come from and how do we deal with it? We'll explore what Krishna says in the Bhagavad-gita about fear.​

Vishvambar das met Srila Prabhupada in 1973, and served as president of the Hare Krishna temple in Potomac, Maryland around 1989. He first saw white Western devotees India, and soon after on his first day in America. It was a pleasure to spend time with him. For more episodes, go to http://questionsforthesages.com Questions for the Sages is also on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/questionsforthesages/ And on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCY3USiACeeLMPZeAnUeTkKQ Thanks to Rico Hayes for the theme music: http://www.ricohayes.com

As all spiritual traditions have nature as sacred, Bhakti Yoga is no different. We'll explore some specific examples and verses connecting plants and trees to Krishna and the practice of Krishna bhakti.

In North Carolina, Manu was the only Hare Krishna for miles, before coming to the Washington, DC area to attend Montgomery College. He recounts the epic story of his first temple visit, and we talk about various philosophical points. For more episodes, go to http://questionsforthesages.com Questions for the Sages is also on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/questionsforthesages/ And on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCY3USiACeeLMPZeAnUeTkKQ Thanks to Rico Hayes for the theme music: http://www.ricohayes.com

Ambika grew up in Nepal, familiar with Hindu culture and life. It was in Atlanta that she reconnected with her ancient past, seeing bald American devotees like the ones she had seen as a girl in Katmandu. For more episodes, go to http://questionsforthesages.com Questions for the Sages is also on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/questionsforthesages/ And on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCY3USiACeeLMPZeAnUeTkKQ Thanks to Rico Hayes for the theme music: http://www.ricohayes.com

Lecture by Vraja Vihari das. This Srimad Bhagavatam is translated into English from Sanskrit by the Founder Acharya of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness, Srila Prabhupāda. Lectures on the Srimad Bhagavatam are held on Sunday mornings at our temple. In order to understand the Śrīmad Bhāgavatam, it is essential to become familiar not only with the translations of the verses, but also with the commentaries on the verses by Srila Prabhupāda. These commentaries are available free online: http://vedabase.com/en/sb/1 As well as for the Kindle: http://www.amazon.com/Srimad-Bhagavatam-First-Divine-Bhaktivedanta-Prabhupada-ebook/dp/B0082COOZA/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1410049087&sr=1-1&keywords=Srimad-Bhagavatam+Bhaktivedanta For the Nook: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/srimad-bhagavatam-first-canto-his-divine-grace-a-c-bhaktivedanta-swami-prabhupada/1118040387?ean=2940148182207 And for iBooks: https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/srimad-bhagavatam-first-canto/id548453776?mt=11 A beautiful hardback edition of the entire set is available at our temple. We hope that you can visit.

Rasa Prada das first encountered the Hare Krishnas in Venezuela, and maintained the connection while working as a musician in the United States. We talked about his increasing involvement in the Hare Krishna movement, up to his initiation by a guru two years ago. For more episodes, go to http://questionsforthesages.com Questions for the Sages is also on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/questionsforthesages/ And on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCY3USiACeeLMPZeAnUeTkKQ Thanks to Rico Hayes for the theme music: http://www.ricohayes.com

We will explore some of the recommended things to do during this sacred month of Kartik, what they mean, and how to do them well.

Nancy was introduced to Hare Krishna literature at George Washington University, soon after her arrival from China. We discussed her attraction to the Hare Krishna philosophy, her cultural experiences, and her first trip to the temple. For more episodes, go to http://questionsforthesages.com Questions for the Sages is also on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/questionsforthesages/ And on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCY3USiACeeLMPZeAnUeTkKQ Thanks to Rico Hayes for the theme music: http://www.ricohayes.com

Anantarupa dasa started a Hare Krishna temple in Boise Idaho with his wife 31 years ago, and today is the temple president there. We had a nice discussion about the temple architecture, about his mission in Boise, Hindu-Christian relations, and more. For more episodes, go to http://questionsforthesages.com Questions for the Sages is also on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/questionsforthesages/ And on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCY3USiACeeLMPZeAnUeTkKQ Thanks to Rico Hayes for the theme music: http://www.ricohayes.com

Giri Govardhana das was kind enough to return for another podcast interview. We spoke about the Bhakti Lounge and spiritual development according to the shikshastakam, the eight verses left by the Bengali saint Chaitanya Mahaprabhu, the original founder of the Hare Krishna movement. For more episodes, go to http://questionsforthesages.com Questions for the Sages is also on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/questionsforthesages/ And on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCY3USiACeeLMPZeAnUeTkKQ Thanks to Rico Hayes for the theme music: http://www.ricohayes.com

Recorded in the ISKCON of DC temple on Dussehra 2017.

Recorded in the ISKCON of DC temple on Dussehra 2017.

Recorded in the ISKCON of DC temple on Dussehra 2017.

Recorded in the ISKCON of DC temple on Dussehra 2017.

Recorded in the ISKCON of DC temple on Dussehra 2017.

Recorded in the ISKCON of DC temple on Dussehra 2017.

Recorded in the ISKCON of DC temple on Dussehra 2017.

Recorded in the ISKCON of DC temple on Dussehra 2017.

Today I spoke with Raghunath dasa, who has come to the nation’s capital to transform the healthcare system in America. We discussed his plan, his early years in the Hare Krishna movement, and much more. For more episodes, go to http://questionsforthesages.com Questions for the Sages is also on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/questionsforthesages/ And on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCY3USiACeeLMPZeAnUeTkKQ Thanks to Rico Hayes for the theme music: http://www.ricohayes.com

Are there two types of people on the spiritual path? Which one are you? Join us to explore how to continue your growth as a seeker of spiritual relationships and happiness.

Lecture by Vraja Vihari das. This Srimad Bhagavatam is translated into English from Sanskrit by the Founder Acharya of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness, Srila Prabhupāda. Lectures on the Srimad Bhagavatam are held on Sunday mornings at our temple. In order to understand the Śrīmad Bhāgavatam, it is essential to become familiar not only with the translations of the verses, but also with the commentaries on the verses by Srila Prabhupāda. These commentaries are available free online: http://vedabase.com/en/sb/1 As well as for the Kindle: http://www.amazon.com/Srimad-Bhagavatam-First-Divine-Bhaktivedanta-Prabhupada-ebook/dp/B0082COOZA/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1410049087&sr=1-1&keywords=Srimad-Bhagavatam+Bhaktivedanta For the Nook: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/srimad-bhagavatam-first-canto-his-divine-grace-a-c-bhaktivedanta-swami-prabhupada/1118040387?ean=2940148182207 And for iBooks: https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/srimad-bhagavatam-first-canto/id548453776?mt=11 A beautiful hardback edition of the entire set is available at our temple. We hope that you can visit.

Anuttama dasa the Director of Communications for the International Society for Krishna Consciousness. We spoke about civic responsibilities, the Hare Krishna place in the world, spiritual life, and questions about being an American. For more episodes, go to http://questionsforthesages.com Questions for the Sages is also on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/questionsforthesages/ And on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCY3USiACeeLMPZeAnUeTkKQ Thanks to Rico Hayes for the theme music: http://www.ricohayes.com

Our speaker, a retired doctor, reflects on his life and journey into spirituality where he finds taste, association, and happiness.

Lecture by Vraja Vihari das. This Srimad Bhagavatam is translated into English from Sanskrit by the Founder Acharya of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness, Srila Prabhupāda. Lectures on the Srimad Bhagavatam are held on Sunday mornings at our temple. In order to understand the Śrīmad Bhāgavatam, it is essential to become familiar not only with the translations of the verses, but also with the commentaries on the verses by Srila Prabhupāda. These commentaries are available free online: http://vedabase.com/en/sb/1 As well as for the Kindle: http://www.amazon.com/Srimad-Bhagavatam-First-Divine-Bhaktivedanta-Prabhupada-ebook/dp/B0082COOZA/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1410049087&sr=1-1&keywords=Srimad-Bhagavatam+Bhaktivedanta For the Nook: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/srimad-bhagavatam-first-canto-his-divine-grace-a-c-bhaktivedanta-swami-prabhupada/1118040387?ean=2940148182207 And for iBooks: https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/srimad-bhagavatam-first-canto/id548453776?mt=11 A beautiful hardback edition of the entire set is available at our temple. We hope that you can visit.

Today I spoke with Guru dasa, who is a regular attendee at the Hare Krishna temple in Potomac Maryland. We had a wide-ranging, thoughtful discussion. For more episodes, go to http://questionsforthesages.com Questions for the Sages is also on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/questionsforthesages/ And on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCY3USiACeeLMPZeAnUeTkKQ Thanks to Rico Hayes for the theme music: http://www.ricohayes.com

An "Acarya" is one who teaches by example. The word is often used in relation to the great, famous devotees of the Lord. But what about us? Is the label "Acarya" out of our reach? We'll talk about how we can all perform "small a" acarya-like activities in our day-to-day lives.

Lecture by Vraja Vihari das. This Srimad Bhagavatam is translated into English from Sanskrit by the Founder Acharya of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness, Srila Prabhupāda. Lectures on the Srimad Bhagavatam are held on Sunday mornings at our temple. In order to understand the Śrīmad Bhāgavatam, it is essential to become familiar not only with the translations of the verses, but also with the commentaries on the verses by Srila Prabhupāda. These commentaries are available free online: http://vedabase.com/en/sb/1 As well as for the Kindle: http://www.amazon.com/Srimad-Bhagavatam-First-Divine-Bhaktivedanta-Prabhupada-ebook/dp/B0082COOZA/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1410049087&sr=1-1&keywords=Srimad-Bhagavatam+Bhaktivedanta For the Nook: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/srimad-bhagavatam-first-canto-his-divine-grace-a-c-bhaktivedanta-swami-prabhupada/1118040387?ean=2940148182207 And for iBooks: https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/srimad-bhagavatam-first-canto/id548453776?mt=11 A beautiful hardback edition of the entire set is available at our temple. We hope that you can visit.

Today I spoke with Saradeeya devi dasi, who is from Brazil. We talked about her early years in Brazil, and touched on many subjects, but our interview was cut short before we could bring her story up to date. Hopefully, this story will be continued. For more episodes, go to http://questionsforthesages.com Questions for the Sages is also on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/questionsforthesages/ And on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCY3USiACeeLMPZeAnUeTkKQ Thanks to Rico Hayes for the theme music: http://www.ricohayes.com

Today I spoke with Jahnava devi dasi, who is in charge of the deity worship at the Hare Krishna temple in Potomac, Maryland. We talk about what deity worship is, about her early encounters with the Hare Krishnas in Mauritius, and her role today. For more episodes, go to http://questionsforthesages.com Questions for the Sages is also on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/questionsforthesages/ And on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCY3USiACeeLMPZeAnUeTkKQ Thanks to Rico Hayes for the theme music: http://www.ricohayes.com

In this talk, Garuda Das will cover the Caitanya school’s theological vision of Rādhā: her relation to Krishna, her relation to Mahāprabhu Caitanya, her relation to the other gopis, and her special relation to all other manifestations of the divine feminine. But all this points to a very special mystical gift to us as Bhaktas: the most exalted attainable state of the heart.

Valuable Values - Shaunaka Rsi Das by ISKCON of DC

Today I spoke with Cassidy, who I met sitting in the back of the temple room. He’s a young man exploring the world, and we had a nice talk. There is a brief mention of sex in this podcast episode.

Lecture by Vraja Vihari das. This Srimad Bhagavatam is translated into English from Sanskrit by the Founder Acharya of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness, Srila Prabhupāda. Lectures on the Srimad Bhagavatam are held on Sunday mornings at our temple. In order to understand the Śrīmad Bhāgavatam, it is essential to become familiar not only with the translations of the verses, but also with the commentaries on the verses by Srila Prabhupāda. These commentaries are available free online: http://vedabase.com/en/sb/1 As well as for the Kindle: http://www.amazon.com/Srimad-Bhagavatam-First-Divine-Bhaktivedanta-Prabhupada-ebook/dp/B0082COOZA/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1410049087&sr=1-1&keywords=Srimad-Bhagavatam+Bhaktivedanta For the Nook: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/srimad-bhagavatam-first-canto-his-divine-grace-a-c-bhaktivedanta-swami-prabhupada/1118040387?ean=2940148182207 And for iBooks: https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/srimad-bhagavatam-first-canto/id548453776?mt=11 A beautiful hardback edition of the entire set is available at our temple. We hope that you can visit.

Recorded in the ISKCON of DC temple on Janmashtami 2017.