There is something very powerful about seeing a story on film. He served in the first big gurukula in dallas, texas and when it moved to vrndavana on prabhupadas order, he transferred to india and taught there. Book distibution seminar given by vaisesika prabhu in dallas. There best way to please srila prabhupada is to distribute his books. Gyana daan the basis of any culture is its philosophy. This seminar showcases some of the sankirtana strategies being successfully implemented in different parts of the world, bringing growth to book sales and commitment to srila prabhupada. Book distribution is the hare krishnas most important activity april 6th by hdg a. This book distribution was my guru maharajas purpose. In short, you will learn of the importance srila prabhupada placed on book distribution for our iskcon. He received some of our books throughout the years like the science of self realization, bhagavad gita as it is and the srimad bhagavatam first canto. In 2014, iskcon s worldwide book distribution increased 10% over 20, with almost nine million books distributed, the best year since 1996. Iskcon of pandharpur, a pilgrimage city in maharashtra, india, has reported the largest distribution of srila prabhupadas books in its history. He said that i have got so many temples and now in calcutta i have got a marble temple, but i would have wished that if by selling marbles i could publish and distribute books. After 24 years, its the end of an era for the longestrunning north american festival concert tour.
Hare krishna and welcome to iskcon desire tree multimedia social network of the international society for krishna consciousness iskcon. This book distribution kit contains everything you need to start distributing. Vijaya dasa sets up a book table for two days at a variety of universities across america. Because you are doing the field work of book distribution, krishna has immediately recognized. One day when we were going to distribute srila prabhupadas books we had to board iskcon book distribution vehicle and we left the temple by 9. Five years ago, i did book distribution in budapest in one of my favorite sankirtan spots, called stop shop, a posh shopping center. Book distibution seminar given by vaisesika prabhu in dallas, feb 2006. Omkara recalls an incident in which he approached a young girl who clearly wanted the book he offered to her. During the last week of the srila prabhupada marathon, i wanted to do big, especially because sivarama swami, my beloved guru, was at the temple. This time of year is when s annual bills are due, such as property tax, insurance, and email newsletter services, adding up to several thousand dollars. Just go on and flood the whole world with these krishna books. Akola, nizamabad, jagtial, kama reddy, khammam, bodhan, mehaboob nagar, etc. In his welcome message on the home page, iskcon minister of book distribution vijaya dasa writes, we hope this website will inspire you to do what was very pleasing to his divine grace srila prabhupadabook distribution. Srila prabhupada book distrubution by iskcon devotees at mumbai traffic signal during gita marathon duration.
No common man can work so hard, it is not possible. Bridgette rittenour laughs as tiller tells her story, more out of recognition. At the outset of 1972 srila prabhupada, founderacarya of iskcon, instructed two of his lady. Here you will find cases of srila prabhupadas original pre1978 books available at the best possible prices. When many of us came under the care and direction of srila prabhupada, during that time in iskcon, 1972 was just about to kick in the incredible expansion and the worldwide spiritual book distribution program. Jan 28, 2012 north american book distribution minister vaisesika dasa encourages a devotee during one of iskcon silicon valleys monthly sankirtan festivals at the recent 2012 north american governing body and temple president meetings in dallas, texas on january th, book distribution minister vaisesika dasa had some exciting news for the more than sixty.
They are working in trance, not on the material platform. Mohanrupa prabhu temple president iskcon east of kailash is very enthusiastic for book distribution and he is the inspiring person behind whole delhi ncr book distribution. The hare krishna community of dallas fort worth iskcon for interviews and temple tours contact. This was the order given to him by his spiritual master srila bhaktsiddhanta sarasvati thakur and srila prabhupada took this order, if you get money. This past february during iskcons annual walking pilgrimage in navadvipa, west bengal, a btg photographer snapped a special encounter. We hope this website will inspire you to do what was very pleasing to his divine grace srila prabhupada book distribution. During the last week of the srila prabhupada marathon, i wanted to do big, especially because sivarama swami, my. The bhagavadgita saves lives a book distribution story.
Book distribution seminar by vijay prabhu at iskcon boston in. Facebook is showing information to help you better understand the purpose of a page. Untold stories of book distribution, iskcon delhi hg mohanrupa. Here we will put all kinds of inspirational material, that will get even a dead man fired up to distribute books. See actions taken by the people who manage and post content. Radha kalachandji temple the hare krishna community of. Srila prabhupadas book distribution in mumbai youtube. Inspiration do you want to want to do book distribution. The mystery of the origin of life was recorded at the 2019 dallas science and faith. Apr 27, 2014 mix play all mix hare krsna tv iskcon desire tree youtube big fight. The international society for krishna consciousness iskcon, known colloquially as the hare. Book distribution iskcon of houston community has taken up the distribution of srila prabhupadas books as a topmost priority. With the help of only a few devotees, bhaktin radhika mehta handed out 17,856 copies of srila prabhupadas bhagavadgita as it is in marathi.
Examples include weekend warriors, smart boxes, vending machine distribution, motel gita programs, ebooks, online stores, and more. Its core beliefs are based on the hindu scriptures, particularly the bhagavad gita and the bhagavata purana, and the gaudiya. This is the live temple webcam at sri sri radhakalachandji iskcon temple in dallas, texas. Book distribution distrubution of the tresure sankirtan department the sankirtan department at iskcon vrindavan has buses that go all over to distribute srila pranbhupadas books. The publishing arm of iskcon, the bhaktivedanta book trust bbt, was established in 1972. Seeing these stories on film implant them into my mind.
All these free for download audiobooks are read from the original editions of srila prabhupadas books. Sankirtan stories iskcon book distribution part 299. Debate on god particle, mystry of universe between scientists and spiritual leaders. Selling the full set at sunday feast book distribution seminar part 7 vaishasheka dallas. One of the most valuable contributions of iskcon in society today are the books explaining the highest and most sublime philosophy in most simple words that provides practical solution to all problems at all levels. Iskcon of houston community has taken up the distribution of srila prabhupadas books as a topmost priority. This amazing narrative is based on the story of ajamila from the sixth canto of srimadbhagavatam. Audio pastimes of lord krishna lord krishna 79 years, 1014 years krishna the lord of dvaraka. International society for krishna consciousness wikipedia.
Understand the ancient philosophy of india, the vedas, and become liberated and free from anxiety and suffering with these easy to understand comprehensive translations and commentaries on the original sanskrit texts by srila prabhupada, the founderacharaya of iskcon, the hare krishna movement. When the dallas gurukula was collapsing, i begged prabhupada, let us send money from the bbt. During prabhupadas several visits to gurukula in dallas, and while he resided at the krsnabalarama mandira while the gurukula was operating there, the author had many exchanges with srila prabhupada. Srila prabhupadas main mission was the printing and distribution of his transcendental books.
The following is a selection of quotes from srila prabhupada on the importance of distributing his transcendental books. Some of our devotees wanted to go out to distribute books doortodoor yesterday, saturday. In iskcon we have to be absolutely clear that srila prabhupada is the head of the institution and will continue to be that as long as the institution lasts. Book distribution iskcon vrindavan distrubution of the tresure sankirtan department the sankirtan department at iskcon vrindavan has buses that go all over to distribute srila pranbhupadas books. Srila prabhupada inherited the mission to distribute books on krishna consciousness from his spiritual master, and passed it on to his disciples. Our book distribution program is most important work. This book distribution kit contains everything you need to start distributing srila prabhupadas books. Iskcon dallas iskcon skcon dallas restaurant this entry was posted in centers, city, dallas, north america, texas, united states of america, websites and tagged sri jagannatha baladeva subhadra, sri sri gaura nitai, sri sri radha kalachand on june 7, 2011 by iskcon desire tree. Food for lifeprasadam distribution at homeless shelters iskcon toronto may. The iskcon dallas temple is affiliated with the nearby tkg academy, which provides private school academic. Book distribution is such an adventure, says vijaya. In order to properly understand where iskcon went wrong, we therefore have to distinguish between the founder and some of his overambitious disciples and secretaries who did not follow his orders and teachings. Here you will find book distribution stories, quotes, videos, audio, images, etc.
Everyone in our temple supports this most important task. You always meet nice people who are interested and searching for guidance. For 32 years we have been providing dfw diners with a taste of indias vast and ancient vegetarian tradition. These films and videos on dvd provide a fascinating glimpse into the history and development of iskcon from the time srila prabhupada founded it in 1966 up to today. A group of new devotees were going out on book distribution from iskcon silicon valley devotee. Demonized by iskcon for distributing srila prabhupadas books. Defying the serious recession that slowed the world economy in 1975, iskcon devotees increased their sales of prabhupadas books by more than one third. We practice the timeless ayurvedic art of cooking for the body, mind and spirit, and all our dishes are prepared with the best ingredients available.
Iskconshattered by abuse of children in gurukuls boarding schools in october 2001, 91 plaintiffs in their late 20s and early 30s filed a four hundred million dollar lawsuit in a texas district court against more than a dozen hare krishna temples and organizations and many former leaders of the movement. All the while, the devotees had been looking for property to buy. Theres a dedicated team of people working at the office and warehouse to share lord krishnas teachings with more than 2700 visitors a day 985,239 per year from 228 countries, territories and islands. Theres a dedicated team of people working at the office and warehouse to share lord krishnas teachings with more than 2700 visitors a day 985,239 per. The bbt soon became the worlds largest publisher and distributor of books on indian philosophy and religion.
Srila prabhupadas books have changed hundreds of thousands of lives in a very positive way. Ocean of mercy hare krishna book distribution in europe 1986. They go out every weekend on the hare krishna weekend warriors program. The stories develop from krishnas birth to his childhood and youth. Read articles on book distribution view book distribution videos view book distribution images view book distribution posters hear book distribution lectures. On this website you will find accounts of book distributors realizations, videos and audio of book distributors, many adventurous stories of experiences book. This document is truly a wake up call for the bbt and iskcon. Stories of iskcon book distribution 1 chant hare krishna. According to vaisesika, the increase in book distribution has resulted not only in new people becoming devotees, but also in a renaissance of programs to care for these new devotees. North american book distribution minister vaisesika dasa encourages a devotee during one of iskcon silicon valleys monthly sankirtan festivals at the recent 2012 north american governing body and temple president meetings in dallas, texas on january th, book distribution minister vaisesika dasa had some exciting news for the more than sixty. Untold stories of book distribution, iskcon delhi hg. Various book distribution techniques by bhakta jacob. Videos related to book distribution for more information on book distribution, kindly visit.
Home iskcon prabhujis iskcon prabhujis s to y his grace vaisesika prabhu lectures bg recitation bhagavad gita book distribution chaitanya bhagavat chaitanya charitamrita different language translation lectures festivals isopanishad krishna book nectar of devotion nectar of instruction questions and answers seminars srimad bhagavatam. The kids we meet at the concerts are young, friendly, and openminded. These are the original, pre1978 books of srila prabhupada. Emergency fund and steps we are taking to protect our community please read and assist us in this effort upcoming events explore. Iskcon books distribution srila prabhupada home facebook.
Actually, this book distribution is most important, and you have pleased me very mucg. Srila prabhupadas most significant contributions, perhaps, are his books. These art paintings were the basis of all the book distribution. By fully concentrating on distributing books for krishna, one is fully absorbed in krishna. Book distribution spiritual quotes by iskcon desire tree. Book distribution at colleges is welcomed by the students and professors alike.
Srila prabhupadas books have changed hundreds of thousands of lives in. However, it does require resources for us to do so. He authored over 70 volumes on the krishna tradition, which are. Everyone in our community supports this most important task. The bbt, as of january 2009, had printed over 500 million books and magazines in more than 60 languages.
These iskcon dvds cover all aspects, even some of the more controversial subjects in iskcons history. Presently, we have nearly 200,000 audio files on our server. Krishna audiobook page click on a krishna audiobook to read a brief description about it and either listen to it online or download it for free. The international society for krishna consciousness iskcon, known colloquially as the hare krishna movement or hare krishnas, is a gaudiya vaishnava hindu religious organisation. Kalachandjis restaurant is dallas longest serving vegetarian restaurant. This type of book distribution is wonderful, says omkara dasa, who traveled with the tour. Devotees would sing, distribute books, and proselytize in airports and other public areas, often obtrusively. Krishna audiobooks free download or listen online to.
It is in india is where the biggest amount of books has been distributed, 5,355,465 of the 8,9,251total books handed out in 2014. Hare krishna, this lecture was took place on 04122016 at iskcon delhi. Stories of iskcon book distribution 1 chant hare krishna blog. Muhammad ali calls srila prabhupada the greatest book. Book distribution sri sri radha madan gopal temple iskcon.
Srila prabhupada used to stress a lot on book distribution. The first group of devotees came to dallas, texas in 1970 and established a preaching center at 5108 mission street. In the spring of 1971, the devotees moved the center to turtle creek, a more fashionable district of dallas and rented a small building for a few months. Weve recently added a new fullscreen interface, one focusing on the webcam with video in the top right corner, and vice versa. Last day of marathon december 31st last day of 2019 last chance to distribute srila prabhupada s books this year in france, this month, we have distributed around 3500 books so far ah. Srila prabhupda book marathon in telangana and maharashtra 2016. The history of iskcon, the international society for krishna consciousness, on dvds. So push on with book publication and distribution, and i am very glad that you are now distributing to schools and libaries.
This section is dedicated to encourage you to distribute srila prabhupadas mercy in the form of book distribution. In case you are unable to view the ebooks after downloading than it is possible you need the latest adobe reader to view the pdf documents. Please get these books and please srila prabhupada by distributing them. Our sole objective is to assist devotees in their krishna consciousness. This year as part of srila prabhupada book distribution marathon we, devotees from iskcon pune, are organizing value empowerment contest, based on bhagavadgita as it is, in different parts of telangana and maharashtra like. He really liked the philosophy and when he saw us chanting in the park today he enthusiastically sat down with.
For example i have read of the lives of the six goswami of vrindavan but it is hard for me to remember individually their different stories. The ambassador of goodwill book distribution seminar. Oct 08, 2018 srila prabhupada inherited the mission to distribute books on krishna consciousness from his spiritual master, and passed it on to his disciples. Distribution of iskcon founder srila prabhupadas books in north america has made another dramatic increase for the third year in a row. Krsna book is so nice that everyone will like it, either as a story book or history or. Here you can read about all the reasons why we distribute books and why everyone should be connected with this endeavour in any way possible.
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