A temple is the focus of spiritual life for those who gather there regularly. Over time the community becomes a spiritual family, which is very much like a family bound by birth and marriage except that all the relationships are based on worship together and mutual spiritual goals. Together we walk the path to God. […]
Members of the Temple learn the skills that form the foundation of a devotional lifestyle – performing home puja (worship ceremony) preparing and offering prasadam (blessed food), applying tilaka (sacred markings of Lord Vishnu), chanting japa (mantra repetition on beads), singing kirtan (congregational chanting) and other skills. Based on the lifestyle practices of the ancient […]
The word yoga means “to connect.” Though yogas are commonly used for health and fitness, the Vedic texts explain that yoga is meant to connect with God. Bhakti means “devotion,” or “devotional service,” or “pure love.” So Bhakti-yoga means to practice connecting with God, and reestablishing our relationship with Him, through acts of love and […]
Small groups within our Krishna family are now forming. Being part of a group supports you in many areas, including practices, growth goals, service to the Temple, and even developing your own unique ministry. Learn to give compassion where needed. When there are friends to listen and give spiritual nourishment, it’s easier to navigating the […]
This is the Temple’s inner sanctum wherein members can deepen their relationship with Krishna under the mentorship of senior devotees. The Philosophy 201 Class is an ongoing series of scriptural readings and discussions, a rare opportunity to receive the perspective of a Krishna-conscious spiritual authority. Caru das has been a devotee of Krishna for over […]
India’s great Song of God is a dialogue between Lord Krishna Himself, having descended to earth, and Arjuna, a great warrior-king, on the eve of a fierce battle. Arjuna’s greatest enemy is himself as he faces across the battlefield many of his friends and family. Should he fight? Or should he not? The classic text […]
Though a full understanding of practices and lifestyle leading to life in Krishna’s abode is complex, anyone can step onto this ancient path, either alone or in the company of devotees, by beginning a few simple activities…… Hare Krishna Hare Krishna Krishna Krishna Hare Hare Hare Rama Hare Rama Rama Rama, Hare Hare The maha […]