Letters to the editor

All glories to Sri Sri Goura Nitay!

All glories to Srila Prabhupada!

All glories to you, your service, and Sankirtan Guru Maharaja!

I hope you are in good health and that your ASA journey is wonderfully glorious and beneficial to all souls.

HpS - IF, agtSP, you are reading the letters today, you will realize that we are struggling maybe even more than you with our hypocritical nature, karma etc.

Again, today, our eyes are flowing with tears as we write. our sinuses are flowing with mucous.... but... but it was three times worse in Nashville. Krsna put us there for the SUPER festival and got us out just as the hay fever came.

NgD had to go to the clinic for hay fever treatment in Nashville today. We are the same age. 🙂

I begin my report: 4 regulative principles good, 16 rounds good (sometimes with difficulty, but we made it), Gayatri good.

I mentioned that I have already finished my third year of Social Work, a very beautiful degree that focuses on helping people improve their quality of life through social interventions (I have distributed some copies of the Bhagavad Gita to professors and classmates). This is my second degree; the first was in Gastronomy in 2011, which later became our company with Lalita Madhava called "Vraj, Flavor and Conscience United."

ASA - Super name.

My desire is to serve the temple and its devotees, following Lalita example with her (his) degree in Risk Prevention Engineering. Currently, she serves by implementing various safety protocols at the temple for the benefit of the entire community. I regularly visit my mother in the countryside. She has a greenhouse where she grows many vegetables. When I go, we cook together and then make offerings. She takes prasadam; in fact, she only takes it when I'm there. She tells my brothers that they must wait until I make an offering before serving the food. She is very devoted to the Virgin Mary and always sings the rosary to her. She is very favorable.

ASA - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=66zUY8UZn4M

Furthermore, now that I have finished my studies, I will join the practical service at the temple. Together with the Spiritual Family, we are organizing her upcoming visit to Santiago. We are happy; her visit unites us in service. We contribute by selling prasadam to raise funds for her visit and Maharaj.

This concludes my report.

Sincerely, Your Aspiring Servant, Manjuali Devi Dasi.

Santiago, Chile, December 17, 2025.

HpS - Thank you so much. Was super, SUPER, S U P E R vist to Santiago. Santiago is ASA Sankirtan center. Eternally as far as I know.

Any news of Virabahu Das?

We expect Krsna may take us to Santiago again in November.

We are try to work with everyone, Arjuna, Parasurama, you all, Priya sakhi/Jagannatha, Jagad Guru, Carlos.... to develop the programs that started while we were there.

Little Fog in a Big Pond.

Rama. Rama.

You news is great!!!!

Dear Guru Maharaja,

Please accept my humble obeisances at your lotus feet.

HpS - We must, agtSP, have lotus feet in our siddha svarupa and must you also. maybe we have lotus hooves or lotus roots, not feet.

I am deeply sorry for the long time that has passed without communication. I recognize that this silence has been my way of managing the shame and guilt I felt regarding my internal state. Instead of seeking guidance, I have retreated, something for which I assume full responsibility.

HpS - ASA --- we all do this, no? 'don't become a victim'. we may not win but we can always go on fighting. wars are not won by well dressed soldiers. wars are won by individual wounded soldiers who help each other go on fighting.

you may not think that you can do much as one individual, but just remember what it is like to pass the night with one mosquito!

Hare Krsna.

Nine years ago, I was diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis. I accepted this condition as part of my karma and the Lord’s plan for my purification. I have dealt with the physical consequences, the wear and tear, and the constant pain, while trying my best to maintain my devotional practice (sadhana).

HpS - As I write my eyes are burning a water flowing. It was worse in Nashville. Three times worse, yet we made some adjustment to make it three times better. We traveled to Houston.

Always be problems, no?

This body does not get diseases, this body is a disease.

It will always remind us that this is not our home.

Although I have tried to maintain a positive attitude externally, the impact on my physical health (kidneys, vision, tendons, etc.) inevitably affected my emotional well-being.

HpS - Superficial emotions! Deeper emotions. Things, senses, mind, intelligence, soul, gopis souls.

Added to these circumstances were difficult work situations, such as abuse of power and workplace harassment, which gradually diminished my emotional resilience and my ability to maintain equanimity.

Two years ago, these challenges culminated in a diagnosis of severe depression, anxiety, and panic attacks. I responsibly accepted that I needed professional help. I have been in psychological therapy, clinging with all that I possess to the lotus feet of Guru and Gauranga. My strength occasionally wanes, and completing my rounds on japa is a daily struggle; there are days when, due to my condition, I cannot finish them. I accept my current reality without blaming anyone, seeking only shelter in the Lord.

By your infinite mercy, last year I managed to see you in the holy dham and receive a few drops of your association at Radha Kunda. That I, an insignificant being, could attain the darshan of Sri Radha Kunda and bow my head before Her, was solely thanks to your mercy, dear Gurudev.

HpS- Yeah!!!

https://www.google.com/search?q=john+wick+are+you+back+in+business%3F&rlz=1C1HKFL_enUS1192US1192&oq=john+wick+are+you+back+in+business%3F&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUyBggAEEUYOTIHCAEQIRigATIHCAIQIRigATIHCAMQIRigATIHCAQQIRigATIHCAUQIRigATIHCAYQIRirAjIHCAcQIRirAjIHCAgQIRifBTIHCAkQIRifBdIBCTEyNzcwajBqNKgCALACAQ&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8#fpstate=ive&vld=cid:4a87b0e2,vid:KR7eBMry9Ls,st:0

Krsna fighting with Kaliya.

Krsna will protect you from all these attacks so you can see yourself from the absolute perspective even while in this world.

A couple of months ago, I experienced a relapse of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. Shame and guilt have invaded the depths of my heart. I feel sad and, in my ignorance, I have wondered why these things happen despite my active service and my attempts to chant attentively.

I have come to understand that these health conditions are material challenges that require both spiritual and medical management. It is not a punishment for my ego or my inability to serve, but rather my responsibility to care for this instrument—my body and mind—so that I may continue serving. My devotional principles and my vows (Gayatris) remain intact. However, I humbly recognize that my attachment and taste for the Holy Name fluctuate; there are days when I feel apathetic and days when I sincerely pray for greater attachment to chanting.

Dear Gurudev, I carry you in my unworthy heart and constantly remember your instructions and teachings. I am a fallen soul who today, consciously, recognizes herself as a fallen soul.

I humbly beg that you mercifully cast your glance upon me with compassion. I am a foolish being, incapable of fully comprehending the plans and desires of our Supreme Lord, but I am trying my best to remain on the path under your guidance. Please allow me to remain under your shelter.

Always at your eternal service,

Apsara-gopi Devi Dasi

HpS - Esteemed Boogey Woman. Wonder Woman. People who get big test are expected to do big things. A lifetime in preparation.

Is this conditioning to get ready for you role in the Maha-bharata.

More news soon. When the battle in a thousand little ways, tricks, every day.

Hare Krishna, Dandavat Pranam Guru Maharaj. Please accept my humble obeisances unto you. Please also accept my submission of 'Personal Sadhana Report' in a short & simple way as under -

a). Strictly following the 4 (four) principles

b) Chanting Harinam Mahamantra 16 rounds & plus a day

c). Attending Guru Puja at Krishna Balaram Mandir, Iskcon, Vrindavan regularly. Regarding Mangalarti - I perform 'Archana Puja' at home (Vrindavan residence) in the early morning before going out for Guru Puja

d). Regularly attend Bhagavat Class at Iskcon Mandir

e). Attend and participate Harinam Sankirtana at Iskcon (casually)

f). Fasting observed on Ekadashi days as usual and as prescribed

g). Habitual reading of Vedic literature viz. B/Geeta, S/Bhagavatam, C/Charitamrita, NOD etc....

For your kind information (if it is not out of place to mention) that I have undergone and completed the Bhakti Shastri course as Listener in 2025 at VIHE. I mention this thinking that the B/S course itself may be a part of Sadhana Bhakti.

Thank you Guru Maharaj, Looking forward to your coming to India (Radhakunda), Hare Krishna Your unworthy disciple, Goswami Bhatta Gopal Das

Vrindavan : India

HpS - Thank you Parabhu, AgtSP. Your news is wonderful. It was wonderful seeing you in India. It is wonderful to see you name on our GoToMeeting groups.

Who do you have to help with English translations?

Who do you have for local association?

What does our Founder Acharya want you to personally do for him?

Maharaja, please forgive me for taking such a long journey with this words, but it's been a long time since I wrote to you. I just started this letter to suggest that you see an otolaryngologist specializing in voice.

HpS - General, agtSP, practice doctor says that our throat is nothing special. within the category of general care. 🙂

Please, Maharaja, I don't like going to the doctor either, it's been many years since I last saw one. I know that Srila Prabhupada didn't like seeing Western doctors either, He had His Ayurvedic doctor. I know that you also have your Ayurvedic doctor. Modern Western science has produced good technological machines, such as airplanes, computers, telephones, microphones, headphones, satellites, telescopes that can almost see Lord Surya, sophisticated microscopes that can almost see Paramatma inside the atom... and specialized medical equipment.

You are an instrument of Krishna and a direct servant of Srila Prabhupada and His mission. Your voice is also an instrument of Krishna and Srila Prabhupada, because you only speak about Them and everything you say you relate to Them. If you are still here, it's because of Their will. They surely want you to continue preaching and helping us, such unqualified people. If it weren't for devotees like you, people like me would have no chance of advancing on the spiritual path, and there are so many like me in this world, we are the Kali Yuga addicts!

Please, Maharaja, I'm sure that if you want it, will be very easy for you to find a specialist to examine your throat. Please forgive me for being so intrusive in your personal affairs.

Perhaps it's not just a common flu; you've been using your voice preaching intensely and teaching, giving conferences, all over the world for several years, decades.

Please accept my respectful obeisances.

All glories to Srila Prabhupada!

Hare Krishna!

Carlos from Iskcon Chile

HpS - Hare Krsna. What is the news of the Yatra?

Today, 21 May 2026 throat is normal for 78 year old body.

Hare Krishna Guru Maharaja, por favor acepte mis reverencias. Perdón la demora en responder, me decía que le escriba sobre un día mío al blog.

Me levanto temprano para hacerle el desayuno a mi hijo, después lo llevo al colegio, luego me voy a trabajar. Saco a pasear al perro, canto rondas, cocino el almuerzo, escucho alguna clase de Conciencia de Krishna, hago la limpieza de la casa, voy a buscar a mi hijo al colegio, lo llevo al entrenamiento de futbol, lo espero canto rondas, vuelvo a la casa, preparo las cosas para el día siguiente.

Me gustaría agregar más lectura, hace un tiempo empecé a leer el Srimad Bhagavatam sistemáticamente, pero he sentido algunas desilusiones en mi Conciencia de Krishna por algunos temas junto con un situación compleja que se presentó este año y no seguí, me gustaría retomarll.

Muchas gracias Guru Maharaja, me podría contar sobre un día suyo por favor?,

Muchas gracias

Mis reverencias,

Su sirvienta,

Danistha devi dasi

HpS/ ASA - AgtSP. Our day is composed of breaths. Each breath we try to chant Hare Krsna. We do not expect a long life. Who can say that this is not there last breath.

Then plans, expectations for the day, calendar, come.

Up by 12.35AM. 16 rounds x ten minutes each.. before bath, puja, going to Temple.

Mangala arati and full morning program

SB class 7.30-8,30am or maybe hearing a recording at 1.75 speed later!

8.30AM Break Fast. Is main meal, raja bhoga, for us. getting up early. maybe Kitri, ghee, a pakora. don't eat too much, and work hard. hot milk after everything.

9-9.30 AM Calendar session. Make appointments.

.... 9.30- 10am - maybe special classes, colloquia.

10-12 - nap.

after noon. mail. art. drawing. tele-conversation.

4.30pm maybe special classes.

7.00 pm arati. ... 8pm Sri Sri Radha Natabara Sanga.

1st priority - always chant HK, 16 good rounds. 2nd, four principles, 3rd Full Morning Program, 4th Sankirtan with Sankirtan Partners, 5th Full evening program

O.K???

Any news of your childs father?

Hare Krsna Beloved Gurudeva:

I wrote to you a few days before your last Vyasa-puja. I guess it got lost somehow.

We miss Ulyses all so much. I hope he gets a new body soon.

“I hope this letter finds you content and blessed in the lotus feet of the Lord.” 🙏🌸

This is a modest offering of appreciation on the day of Vyāsa-pūjā.

H — Humbly bowing at the lotus feet of the Lord and guru

A — Adorned with wisdom, humor, and gentle intelligence

N — Nourishing countless hearts with words of mercy

U — Unseen ego, only service shining through

M — Mercy flowing freely, softening even hardened souls

A — Always faithful, eternally sheltered by his own guru

N — Named for devotion, courage, and selfless love

S — Selfless servant, upholding the path of pure devotion

W — Walking the path of surrender with joyful resolve

A — Awakening devotion wherever his footsteps rest

M — Messenger of compassion, humility, and strength

I — Immersed in faithful service at Srila Prabhupada's lotus feet

All my family sends obeisances and greetings. My sister, my parents, 8 cats and 2 dogs

Trying to be your disciple

Candramukhi dd

HpS - What about neighbors? Church across the street???