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Srila Prabhupāda's Deity and the logic of ritvik initiation.
The system of ritvik initiation, as established by His Divine Grace, has been a subject of long debate within ISKCON. This piece sets out the theological reasoning from the parampara itself.
A Disciple Cannot Become a Guru Automatically
The supporters of the self-appointed guru system within ISKCON have advocated the idea that a disciple will automatically become a diksha-guru upon the physical disappearance of his own spiritual…
ISKCON’s Disciplic Succession : Shiksha or Diksha?
Within the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON), the issue of spiritual initiation and succession continues to be a subject of profound concern and discussion.
ISKCON Bangalore’s Struggle – Was It for Power and Property?
Supporters of the self-appointed gurus in ISKCON allege that Sri Madhu Pandit Dasa, President of ISKCON Bangalore, attempted to stealthily seize the temple property on Hare Krishna Hill from ISKCON…
Why Srila Prabhupada Did Not Appoint a Successor?
The question of spiritual succession within the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) remains one of the most debated issues in the ISKCON community worldwide.
You Found Śrīla Prabhupāda—Please Don’t Lose Him
You may be someone who chants sincerely. Who wakes early. Who serves with all your heart.You may have come to Kṛṣṇa consciousness through a guru, a temple, or a devotee who guided you beautifully.
The Legal History behind ISKCON
Karnataka. ISKCON Bangalore had been set up as a registered society under the Karnataka Societies Registration Act. Thus giving it the authority to function as an independent body.
Was July 9th Directive Revoked on October 18?
A central debate within ISKCON revolves around the legitimacy and continuity of the ritvik system of initiation, which Srila Prabhupada formalised in his directive dated July 9, 1977.
Whose Letter is the 9 July 1977 Letter?
Within the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON), few documents carry as much historical and theological significance as the letter dated July 9, 1977.
Did Tamala Krishna Goswami Make Up July 9th Letter?
Vishwa Guru Srila Prabhupada’s July 9th mandate reiterated the fact that Srila Prabhupada is the sole diksha-guru in ISKCON where his orders are followed in ISKCON temples.
The Truth Behind The “Appointment Tape”
This article talks about the existence of the ritvik system and how it holds true in ISKCON. It also seeks to dispel any controversies and doubts surrounding the ritvik system.
Spiritual Significance and Potency of Srila Prabhupada’s
The concept of murti (Deity) worship lies at the heart of Vedic tradition, where Deities are spiritual embodiments imbued with divine potency.
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