Bhagavad-gita As It Is June 4, 2025 – Posted in: Books by Others

This book is a brilliant tour de force of spiritual realisation. Brightly illuminating the deepest meanings of the text, and making it very clear what Krishna was saying when he first spoke the Gita to Arjuna, Prabhupada takes us by the hand and leads us to realms of unlimited bliss. The evidence speaks for itself. Prabhupada himself said that before he presented this translation and commentary there were over fifty English versions of the Gita…

Winning life’s battles June 3, 2025 – Posted in: Articles

The first question often asked about the Bhagavad-gita is why was it spoken on a battlefield? Despite a common view that religion is a major cause of war, the general view is that the two should remain separate. Religion or spirituality should result in peace not conflict. If one’s spiritual practises bring about the bloodthirsty desire to eliminate the followers of some other faith then they must be suspect. That would surely seem to make…

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Panchatantra – Posted in: Books by Krishna Dharma

Panchatantra, India’s famous collection of fables has enthralled audiences for centuries. Full of humour, wit and wisdom, the tales combine artfully to convey basic life lessons. These fabulous stories, originally imported by a sage to three young princes, all illustrate that knowing how to use knowledge is more important than knowledge itself. The only non-scholarly version available, it is elegantly crafted and simple to read. Both younger readers and adults will enjoy this vivid retelling…

Vidagdha Madhava verses by Rupa Goswami June 2, 2025 – Posted in: Poetry

Purva Raga Dear friend, the trembling of my heart can never find a cure. No herb or medicine or balm, my beating breast can calm. For this disease one remedy will bring relief for sure, but that alas will soon produce painful opprobrium. My friend I am severely struck and all my sense departs, when Krishna’s name enters my ears and lodges in my heart. And then there is another one whose flute enchants my…

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Mahabharata: The Greatest Spiritual Epic of All Time – Posted in: Books by Krishna Dharma, eBooks

Mahabharata, a part of the ancient Vedas of India, is a story quite unlike anything else. There are few books which have survived as long as this five thousand year old epic. Its enduring popularity is itself testimony to the profound wisdom contained in its pages. In fact it includes the Bhagavad-gita – a masterpiece of spiritual knowledge revered by millions worldwide – and is the narration of the factual events which surrounded the speaking…

Sri Jagannathastakam June 1, 2025 – Posted in: Poetry

1) kadacit kalindi-tata-vipina-sangitaka-ravo mudabhiri-nari-vadana-kamalasvada-madhupah rama-sambhu-brahmamara-pati-ganesarcita-pado jagannathah svami nayana-patha-gami bhavatu me With songs and sweet music, strolling gaily through groves, by the Kalindi. A bee seeking nectar from the lotus-like faces of the gopis. Praising him are Shiva, Brahma, Indra, Ganesh and Goddess Lakshmi. Jagannatha Swami, Lord of all beings, be visible to me. 2) bhuje savye venum sirasi sikhi-puccham kati-tate dukulam netrante sahacara-kataksam vidadhate sada srimad-vrndavana-vasati-lila-paricayo jagannathah svami nayana-patha-gami bhavatu me Sporting fine silken cloth,…

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Ramayana: India’s Immortal Tale of Adventure, Love and Wisdom – Posted in: Books by Krishna Dharma, eBooks

Ramayana must rank as one of the most loved and revered books of all time. A part of India’s ancient Vedas, it is a beautiful story of romance and adventure. It recounts the history of Rama, said be an incarnation of the Godhead, and his divine consort Sita. Filled with magic and mysticism, it entrances the reader and stirs deeply moving emotions. At the same time its profound spiritual messages leave one feeling uplifted and…

The Chaste Wife – Posted in: Stories

There was once a wicked man of the lower classes. He abandoned all holy rites and gave himself to sin. He had a young wife but also kept a prostitute in his house. The wife, wishing only to please him, served them both. She washed their feet and ate only the remnants of their food. Although the prostitute tried to prevent her she continued to serve that woman in every way, along with her husband.…

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Dignity: Pause for Thought BBC Radio 2 July 21, 2017 June 25, 2024 – Posted in: Broadcasts

It can be a challenge to maintain your dignity sometimes. I remember when I became a Krishna monk many years ago and donned the orange robes to venture forth on to the streets. Hare Krishna devotees were not a familiar sight at the time, and we would often encounter a spirited response from onlookers, as we sang and danced our way along the road. On one occasion I was showered with a can of beer,…

Lost Love June 24, 2024 – Posted in: Broadcasts

Love must be one of the most over used and perhaps undervalued words in the dictionary. I’m just as guilty as anyone else, declaring my love for cheese on toast, lying in the sun, or, confession time, Raymond Chandler. In the true sense of the word I wouldn’t say I really love any of those things. For me love means an awful lot more than just liking something rather a lot. Actually in the language…