Letters to the editor

asa[e] - yoga ladder; sadhana bhakti; vaidhi bhakti; Service Priorities.

Hare Krishna Maharaja

Dandavat pranam. All glories to Srila Prabhupada

Hoping this message finds you good health.

HpSwami - AgtSP. Of course that must mean relatively good health, because these bodies are diseases, no?

As many disciples of Srila Prabhupada are nearing 50 years of service there are many in need of service them selves. It gives us, their juniors, an opportunity to serve them nicely and offer our selves as receptacles for Srila Prabhupada mercy.

As much as we're in need of devotee association they are enacting their aprakata lila which gives us neophytes a chance to help them do basic menil services for our own self purification. Where are we may not be able to always serve our Guru Dev personally or confidentially were greatful that your God brothers allow us to render service to them.

A question bearing in mind, can the service we provide them be considered 'Guru Seva ', specifically does it hold priority over other areas of our Sadhana? Or temple seva? And more importantly can we incur any sinful reaction from neglecting these kinds of service provided the opportunity to serve has been presented? Please forgive us of our ignorance in this matter and any inability to follow instructions that have been render in this or any other matter. All of our short comings originate from our anarthas.

Devoid of any desire to serve

Bhakta Leroy

HpS - ASA --- AgtSP!!!

We did the following search on www.VedaBase.IO - "https://vedabase.io/en/search/?query=aradhanam".

Looks like could be some good thoughts about your question.

Does it help?

I would say that constant chanting, praying to Radha to pray to Rama Krsna, for vidya, good intelligence with enlighten us about how to make priorities in our service, no?

Serve ISKCON deities according to the regular schedule. Srila Prabhupada is there and his authentic disciples, so there is nor conflict in serving, Guru, devotees, and Krsna.

Follow NOI 5 and 6 in terms of priorities and types of service to different "gurus".

If we make mistakes because of immaturity there is no problem. Senior devotees understand amongst themselves.

If a child offers plate of Prasada to his mother first, she says thank you and then says, let us offer this to daddy first etc.

This is very useful, no? https://vedabase.io/en/library/sb/10/9/5/

Hare Krishna, dear Gurudeva,

Please accept my humble obeisances🙏

All glories to Srila Prabhupada!

We are very happy (Tarangaksi dd, my sister Devahuti, and I) that we may have your association again when you come to Spain-India. My family is still living in NVM. I moved to Mayapur 4 months ago, and I'm here teaching at the Sri Mayapur International School (SMIS). In this letter, I'd like to share about my seva, some reflections, and another opportunity that has arisen.

Teaching at the SMIS has been one of the best experiences so far! I truly feel that I'm the one learning. The kids inspire me so much spiritually, and I feel so happy serving them. Of course, it is definitely NOT easy... a great responsibility, difficulties every day. Initially, I started as an assistant, but later, the school principal requested that I be the classroom teacher for grade 5. I teach all subjects: math, science, English, shastra, history, geography... While it’s challenging, I love giving my all to the future generation of Vaishnavas.

HpS//ASA - You, agtSP, are a Mahatma! The whole nation of Peru should thank you for honoring them with so, so much sacrifice and expert efforts.

Even if life leads the kids down different paths (even away from Krishna consciousness), I believe this stage of their lives is crucial; they'll always remember it. I've learned a lot about myself and my character during this time—how to be a disciplined teacher while also being loving and caring. I can’t imagine doing any other job than educating! It's both exhausting and rewarding, and I feel immensely grateful for being here.

I look forward to your association when you come to India, Guru Maharaja. I'll be settled in Mayapur til the end of the school year (June 2026). After that, I'm completely uncertain about where I should go or what I should do next. I'm just praying to Prahlad Nrsimhadev that They may arrange what is best and where I can continue my seva and dharma. However, I want to share an opportunity that has come my way, and I'd appreciate your guidance so much.

In my previous letter, I mentioned my master's studies in Finland, and you replied as follows:

HpS - Did we mention Bhadra rupa Das to you? He is from Peru. He has gone through a very similar route as you.

Studied in Japan, then Finland or Sweden??? Then did his Doctorate in Switzerland, and is now on the United Nations promoting music education as essential for world peace and getting an audience.

We think he is doing like Bhakti vaibhava with Yadunandana Swami.

We will send a link to this post to him.

Thank you!

After that, Bhadra Rupa Prabhu and I got in contact, and he proposed that I join his "Luis De La Calle Foundation", contributing to his preaching mission and organising educational programs. When he shared his plans, I was super interested. I decided to join his foundation. However, as my responsibilities at the school increased, I was unable to maintain my role. It was too much, and my health collapsed. So, I sought another devotee to replace me in the meantime. Still, I'm uncertain whether this is a path I should consider. I'm torn between being a school teacher or supporting larger preaching programs. I trust that if I focus on my sadhana and chant good rounds, Krishna will reveal His plan when the time comes. However, I'd like to know if you have any insights on this, Gurudeva?

HpS - There is another letter that we answered today that directly deals with this question. Hope you can find it!!!!!!

Thank you for taking the time to read this letter. All my efforts are offerings to Srila Prabhupada and You!

Trying to be your disciple,

Rukmini Devi Dasi

Hare Krsna Dear Gurudev,

 Please accept my humble obeisances at your lotus feet.

 All glories to Srila Prabhupada.

 All glories to Guru parampara.

 Gurudev, Below are update about me.

 1. Sadhana and Sankirtan ( Spritual practices ) are as usual. No change.

 2. BG & SB study - Daily. Prepared notes on BG & SB ( 7 Days ). while, BG in deeper. Intention is

to explore further other commentaries of BGs - Madhavacharya, Ramanujacharya,

Uddhav, Srila Vishwanath chk thakur etc.

HpS - 👍

 3. Staying at home town with parents.

 4. Stopped online classes for study, but will re-start after 3 months.

 5. Plan to visit Vrndavana in the month of November ( after Karthik ).

Your dependent,

Girivaradhari-Gopal Das

HpS - How is your Sankirtan with parents, neighbors?? Where in India??

Please Dear Gurudev, accept my humble obeisances to beautiful and mercifull Your Lotus feet!🏵🌺🌹🌷🌼🙏

All Glories To Srila Prabhupada!!!🙏🙇🏻‍♀️🌹🌺💖💐❤️

All Glories To You, Gurumaharaja!!!🙏🙇🏻‍♀️🌹🌺💖💐🎵❤️

Dear Gurudev, we just read about your search for actors, etc. I would truly love to be part of your team, only if you consider that I could be a tool in Your service. I would really like you to use me in the service you desire🙏

What is needed? What are the requirements?

Eternal thanks for always inspiring us and engaging us in loving service.

Please forgive any offense inadvertently caused in this letter🙏🙏🙏🏵🌺🌹🌷🌼🌻💐

Always trying to please You:

Japa Prati Jalpa Radha devi dasi

HpS/ASA - Thank you. Please read the letter from Ambarisa Das with relevant news!

Hare Krsna

All glories to Srila Prabhupada

All glories to you, Gurudev, and your Sankirtan

I have read your messages in the WhatsApp group regarding the search for directors, technicians, etc. for the NIOS Media Development recordings. We wanted to let you know that both myself, Vrsabhanu Nandini, and my family are available and willing to help and collaborate with these projects wherever needed. We would also have no problem traveling wherever necessary. We are very happy to be able to assist and participate. Thank you very much.

Your servants,

Vrsabhanu Nandini DD and Ambarisa M Das

HpS/ASA - Thank you very, very, very, very, very...... very much!

We are working on the Calendar for next quarter, Jan-March.

We should be planning these International programs one year in advance. We must say that it is not only our shortcoming, but others also are not ready to plan so much in advance.

We would liked to have had a travel partner to Madrid from Dallas, but now the price of a second ticket has probably gone up a lot!

🙂

We will see what is happening.

Trying to get the rest of the Calendar more fixed and then we will know what is happening about Spain, India etc.

Maybe we can work more closely in the March segment when we may be landing in Chile.

With that, we would like to visit Lima and Yadu Swami would like to visit Argentina!

Will Hari vamsi also join?

Hare Krsna Gurudev.

Por favor acepte mis más respetuosas reverencias.

Todas las glorias sean para Srila Prabhupada!

Todas las glorias a Usted.

Gurudev muchas gracias por responder a mi carta de Su VP del año pasado.

Escribo para reportarme.

Le cuento que acabo de comenzar otro curso para discípulos, comienza mañana domingo 28 de septiembre y hay 4 devotas inscritas. Espero que más devotos se inscriban a último momento.

Como familia hemos estado participando en algunos festivales y programas, del templo y fuera del templo.

Mantenemos nuestras rondas, lectura del Srimad Bhagavatam, y lectura del Krsna Book por la noche.

En nuestro negocio las personas llevan libros del BBT y también podemos conversar con ellas sobre espiritualidad y religión.

Estamos intentando colectando para apoyar económicamente la visita de Prabhu Radhika Raman Das.

Esperamos Su visita a ISKCON Chile para 2026. Muchas gracias.

Le enviaré algunas fotos.

Muchas gracias por su profunda misericordia.

Su aspirante a sirviente

Priyasakhi Devi Dasi

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Hare Krsna, Gurudev.

Please accept my most respectful obeisances.

All glories to Srila Prabhupada!

All glories to You.

Gurudev, thank you very much for responding to my letter from Your VP last year.

I'm writing to report.

I'm telling you that I've just started another course for disciples. It begins tomorrow, Sunday, September 28th, and there are four devotees enrolled. I hope more devotees will sign up at the last minute.

As a family, we've been participating in several festivals and programs, both inside and outside the temple.

We continue our rounds, reading Srimad Bhagavatam, and reading Krishna Book at night.

At our business, people bring BBT books, and we can also talk with them about spirituality and religion.

We're trying to collect funds to financially support Prabhu Radhika Raman Das's visit.

We look forward to your visit to ISKCON Chile in 2026. Thank you very much.

I'll send you some photos.

Thank you very much for your profound mercy.

Your aspiring servant

Priyasakhi Devi Dasi

HpS - Super, Super, Super!! We will try to answer five more Annual Reports now that we see that they are for this year!!!

You don't take care of your husband and children et al perfectly, and we are not perfect in our "family" responsibilities as Diksa guru, no? So slow in answering the Annual Reports.