In a resounding celebration of devotion and artistic prowess, the New Govardhana Congregation recently captivated audiences with their spellbinding play, "Abhimanyu-Man of the Hour." Held in the heart of Murwillumbah, Australia, the 500-seat auditorium resonated with the tales of the Mahabharata, bringing to life the heroic journey of Abhimanyu.
Hari Mohan Dasa (Mohan Ashtakala), an editor and publisher of a community newspaper in Denver, Colorado, for thirteen years, has written an amazing historical fiction titled "Sadhu." The book has received immense appreciation from authors and devotees. It explores the spiritual journey of Lord Chaitanya's elder brother, as well as the historical and social intricacies of Medieval India.
In a ground-breaking initiative to promote and celebrate Vaiṣṇava research and literature, Mandala Publishing and the Bhaktivedanta Research Center (BRC) have collaborated to co-publish "The Vaishnava Studies Series," a unique endeavour with a multi-dimensional approach aiming to showcase the most recent and impactful research on Vaiṣṇavism. The publishers are thrilled to announce the latest addition to this ongoing series—a 172-page book entitled "Madan Mohan: An Enchanting Saga."
Арджундас Адхикари (Эндрю Хорн), автор, импресарио и эксперт по индийскому театру, делится с The London Economic тем, каково это было - 20 с лишним лет служить монахом Харе Кршна и как это повлияло на его творческие занятия. Арджундас рассказывает о жизни в храме в раннем возрасте, о своем творческом бизнесе, писательском проекте и многом другом. Чтобы прочитать полную версию статьи, посетите сайт The London Economic здесь.
В начале этого года преданный Тексито Ланга выпустил свое последнее музыкальное предложение - сингл под названием "Ох Африка!", который является пронзительным призывом к коллективному духовному пробуждению и намеренному единству для преодоления многочисленных трудностей, с которыми сталкивается континент. Это музыкальное начинание не только отражает личный путь Тексито, но и имеет глубокое значение для всего сообщества Международного общества сознания Кришны (ИСККОН) на африканском континенте.
Mandakini Dasi released her latest book, Panchatattva: Five Heroes Of The Golden Age, on November 16, 2023, in Puri. The series consists of five books, each dedicated to one of the Panchatattvas, and they are available as a colorful box set that is very appealing to parents and children alike.
His Holiness Giriraj Swami has unveiled his latest book, Dancing White Elephants: Traveling with Srila Prabhupada in India, August 1970–March 1972, published by BBT Australia and launched in Vrindavan on November 14 during the auspicious Govardhana-puja celebrations.
The International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) has taken a significant step forward with the launch of the Transcend app by the Bhaktivedanta Book Trust. It has over 8,000 hours of audio recordings, 600+ free eBooks, the ability to listen or read in 11 languages so far, and is accessible on multiple devices. This groundbreaking app, introduced by Sri Ananda Tirtha Dasa, marks the world's first integrated platform offering both audio and e-books, revolutionizing the way our spiritual wisdom is broadly shared.
In a groundbreaking move, Bhakti Theatre (BT), an affiliate of ISKCON Durban, recently stepped onto a broader stage, participating in the Playhouse Company's 2023 Community Arts Festival (CAF). This marks a significant shift from their traditional performances confined to the annual Durban Festival of Chariots or designated temple spaces. The move to engage with the public space reflects a bold initiative to share Krishna-conscious stories beyond the confines of the Hare Krishna community.