Itihasa (इतिहास, itihāsa) literally means "history" or strictly, "thus indeed it happened". In Hindu scripture, this term collectively refers to the two great epics: * The Ramayana: Narrates the life and story of Shri Rama. * The Mahabharata: Chronicles the history of the Kauravas and the
Shrimad Bhagavad Gita (श्रीमद्भगवदगीता, śrīmadbhagavadagītā) means "song of God". It is popularly referred to as Gita. A 700-verse scripture containing the essence of the Upanishads and all Darshan Shastra. It was recited by Shri Krishna to Arjun on the battlefield of Kurukshetra prior to
The Grace of God
Question We hear two contradictory attributes of God. 1. He is The Supreme Impartial Judge, who awards fruits for every action of human beings. 2. He forgives sins of His devotees. Even though God-realized saints also validate both of these concepts, it creates doubt about His authenticity as a judge.
Bhakti-yog
Since childhood we have heard of many spiritual paths—karma, gyan, and bhakti. But an important question arises: are these paths truly meant for everyone? Or are they reserved only for select souls—like scholars, ascetics, or Brahmins? If God is really the eternal Father of all beings, His path
material-world
Question Scriptures tell us that Maya and jeev are the powers of God (Brahm). Since both of these powers belong to God, then why is one of those powers (Maya) more powerful than the other power (jeev). And so powerful that since eternity Maya has dominated jeev. Why and how
Karma
Question When education, profession and wealth are all predestined then why should one work hard through school, make efforts to find a good job or even save for retirement? One should just wait for things to happen by themselves, as everything is predestined. Answer All lioving beings are endowed with
material-world
Humans cannot even imagine the luxuries of the celestial abodes (Swarg). Celestial beings, who inhabit those abodes, don’t have to toil for anything as they can attain any material thing by merely resolving to obtain it. Their bodies are fragrant, lustrous and strong, they don’t excrete, don’t
Ultimate Goal of Life
Question I might have lied for petty things and killed small bugs and mosquitoes. I have not committed any heinous crimes like murder, rape, smuggling drugs, supplying weapons of mass murder, robbing banks, child abuse etc. Then why do scriptures call us sinners? It is derogatory and uncalled for, hence
Bhakti-yog
Question In the world when we get money we spend it to buy luxurious items to make our lives more comfortable. You say that by doing bhakti you earn spiritual wealth. What is that spiritual wealth? How does one enjoy that wealth? Answer This is a very profound question. And
It is the undisputed perspective of the Vedas and all other scriptures that the only goal, of every soul, is to attain selfless divine love-bliss of Shri Radha - Krishna. And the only way to achieve it is devotion (bhakti). That bhakti can be done in three way Arop Siddha
Practical Sadhana
Discover how Shri Krishna tested the Gopis’ pure love before granting the ultimate bliss of Maharaas, the supreme Divine pastime of selfless devotion.
Essentials
Discover why Chaitanya Mahaprabhu called Kirtan the supreme devotion. Learn the benefits of solo and group chanting. The 3 Vedic methods: Vyas, Narad, and Hanuman.