ISKCON

A person who neither rejoices upon achieving something pleasant nor laments upon obtaining something unpleasant, who is self-intelligent, who is unbewildered, and who knows the science of God is already situated in transcendence.

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O Arjuna, I give heat, and I withhold and send forth the rain. I am immortality, and I am also death personified. Both spirit and matter are in Me.

Srila Prabhupada emphasised the importance of cow protection as an essential part of a compassionate and spiritually conscious society. Through cow protection and service, we honour the Vedic principle of kindness and embrace the values of Krishna Consciousness.

But those who always worship Me with exclusive devotion, meditating on My transcendental form – to them I carry what they lack, and I preserve what they have.

The ISKCON North American Regional Governing Body has adopted a resolution establishing permanent restrictions on individuals determined, through criminal court proceedings or ISKCON Child Protection Office processes, to have committed serious or repeated acts of child abuse. This policy reflects our responsibility to ensure that ISKCON temples, programs, festivals, and communities remain safe environments for children and families, fostering care, protection, and spiritual growth.

Both by rising and by setting, the sun decreases the duration of life of everyone, except one who utilizes the time by discussing topics of the all-good Personality of Godhead.

Govardhan Ecovillage is a living example of how spirituality and sustainability can come together to create a meaningful way of life. Rooted in the teachings of Srila Prabhupada, Govardhan Ecovillage nurtures Krishna consciousness, environmental care, community welfare, and the preservation of Vaishnava Culture.

The first full moon of autumn marks the remembrance of Sri Krishna’s transcendental dance with the gopis of Vrindavan. This sacred occasion invites us to hear about the Lord’s divine pastimes with reverence and deepen our understanding of pure devotional service. Let us celebrate Sharad Purnima by remembering Sri Krishna and glorifying His transcendental name, form, qualities, and pastimes.

The sacred month of Kartik Masa (Damodara Masa) in 2026 will be observed from 26 October to 24 November. Kartik Masa, the beloved month of Lord Damodara, invites us to come closer to Krishna through sincere prayers, lamp offerings, and remembrance of His transcendental pastimes.

Celebrating ISKCON’s 60th anniversary and continuing the legacy of Srila Prabhupada, whose historic visit to South Africa marked its 50th anniversary in 2025, ISKCON South Africa’s Bhakti Yoga Society (BYS), a university outreach initiative, hosted the national student retreat “Inner Adventure” from September 11–13, 2026, at Banana Beach Holiday Resort, KwaZulu-Natal. Inspired by Srila Prabhupada’s engagement with university students at the former University of Durban-Westville and WITS in 1975, The retreat brought together 66 students and facilitators from several South African cities to explore spirituality, identity and contemporary life through the timeless wisdom of Krishna Consciousness. The programme featured kirtan, japa meditation, yoga, meaningful discussions, debates and team-building activities, fostering spiritual growth, deeper connections and lasting friendships among young people.

Whatever we can understand by the nomenclature, characteristics and features of a particular thing — superior, inferior or equal, eternal or temporary — is not created from any source other than that of Your Lordship, thou so great.

The 57th annual ISKCON London Ratha Yatra (Festival of Chariots) took place on Sunday, May 24, 2026. The divine presence of Lord Jagannath filled the streets of London with devotion, joy, and the transcendental sound of Hare Krishna Mahamantra.

So everyone should join this movement and be sure of his activity, result, good result. That is real United Nation—to work in Krishna Consciousness. Every, any department, if we work for Lord Krishna then it is perfect. That is sure. Srila Prabhupada Conversation with Congressman Jackie Vaughn - Detroit.

Spreading the joy of Krishna consciousness through the congregational chanting of the holy name in Switzerland.

Out of many thousands among men, one may endeavour for perfection, and of those who have achieved perfection, hardly one knows Me in truth.

A journey of learning, devotion, and spiritual growth. Hear a devotee sharing his enriching experience at Mayapur Institute, where knowledge deepens faith and inspires a stronger connection with Krishna consciousness.