Download or read book Killing for Krishna written by Henry Doktorski and published by . This book was released on 2018-01-08 with total page 664 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The 1986 murder of Hare Krishna devotee Steven Bryant (Sulochan dasa) was arguably the darkest moment in the fifty-two year history of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness-a new branch of the Chaitanya-Bengali-Vaishnava religion founded in New York City in 1966 by an Indian spiritual teacher and guru, His Divine Grace A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada (1896-1977). A mere nine years after the disappearance of this beloved spiritual father, one of their own was hunted down and assassinated. This brutal killing was achieved through a cooperative effort by "spiritual" leaders, senior managers and hit men enforcers from West Virginia, Ohio, and Southern California ISKCON temples. The murdered whistle-blower had discovered many secrets and threatened to reveal to the world the immoral acts and criminal dealings of a set of self-appointed, illegitimate successors to Swami Prabhupada: a corrupt oligarchy of new ISKCON "gurus." He had also, perhaps foolishly, advocated using violence against the gurus to evict them from their posts. ISKCON leaders took his threats seriously, and they hunted down and assassinated the passionate reformer. How did the peaceful, shaven-headed, saffron-clad Hare Krishna devotees regress from their blissful activities of chanting, dancing, and selling incense in the streets to this? The author, himself a former ISKCON devotee, probes deeply into the disturbing direction of a new religious movement. In this book, he exposes the danger of philosophical errors and deranged devotion that practically ensured that bloody tragedy would eventually occur. The author has engaged in years of painstaking research by poring over tens of thousands of pages of trial transcripts, newspaper and magazine articles, ISKCON publications, and confidential ISKCON documents, while also interviewing dozens of eyewitnesses. His effort culminates in a thoroughly-engaging and extremely well-documented thesis exposing the hidden inside story of the conspiracy to murder Steven Bryant, including its genesis, development, blunders involved in it, execution, cover up, as well as a stunning aftermath after the deed was done.
Download or read book Monkey on a Stick written by John Hubner and published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt P. This book was released on 1988 with total page 472 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When ex-Krishna Steve Bryant launched a one-man holy war against the Hare Krishna cult, his body was found murdered. It was the Krishnas' response to make Bryant a monkey on a stick, a gruesome warning to all other Krishnas that death was in store for those with dreams of defection. 16 pages of photos.
Download or read book The Fantastic Adventures of Krishna written by and published by World Wisdom, Inc. This book was released on 2013 with total page 48 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hidden amongst the poor cowherds, Krishna uses his miraculous powers to fight an evil demon king who has overthrown the peaceful kingdom of Mathura.
Download or read book K a The Supreme Personality of Godhead written by A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupāda and published by . This book was released on 1970 with total page 383 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Krishna Key written by Ashwin Sanghi and published by Harper Collins. This book was released on 2022-06-24 with total page 454 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Five thousand years ago, there came to earth a magical being called Krishna, who brought about innumerable miracles for the good of mankind. Humanity despaired of its fate if the Blue God were to die but was reassured that he would return in a fresh avatar when needed in the eventual Dark Age-the Kaliyug. In modern times, a poor little rich boy grows up believing that he is that final avatar. Only, he is a serial killer. In this heart-stopping tale, the arrival of a murderer who executes his gruesome and brilliantly thought-out schemes in the name of God is the first clue to a sinister conspiracy to expose an ancient secret-Krishna's priceless legacy to mankind. Historian Ravi Mohan Saini must breathlessly dash from the submerged remains of Dwarka and the mysterious lingam of Somnath to the icy heights of Mount Kailash, in a quest to discover the cryptic location of Krishna's most prized possession. From the sand-washed ruins of Kalibangan to a Vrindavan temple destroyed by Aurangzeb, Saini must also delve into antiquity to prevent a gross miscarriage of justice. Ashwin Sanghi brings you yet another exhaustively researched whopper of a plot, while providing an incredible alternative interpretation of the Vedic Age that will be relished by conspiracy buffs and thriller-addicts alike.
Download or read book The Guru Business written by Mukunda Dasa and published by . This book was released on 2020-09-24 with total page 434 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sulocana Prabhu was murdered May 22nd, 1986, 1:00 a.m., Los Angeles, two days after compiling his book "THE GURU BUSINESS", which describes how the Leaders of the Hare Krishna movement deviated from the pure path as taught and exemplified by its founder, His Divine Grace A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada. Sulocana was one of the first devotees to realize the complete hoax of the GBC policy to rubber-stamp eleven unqualified personalities as the exclusive 'diksa-guru' successors to Srila Prabhupada in 1977. Let us be quite clear that this policy was an unqualified lie as to the intentions of Srila Prabhupada post-samadhi 1977. As the eleven self-declared gurus "paramhamsa-parivakacaryas" established their zonal power centers by initiating anyone in sight and throwing out of ISKCON even the most slightly dissenting godbrothers, Sulocana researched Srila Prabhupada's statements and fearlessly wrote a book exposing this fraud in the name of disciplic succession. From his research he also realized the trouble Kirtanananda had been causing Srila Prabhupada right from the time of his sannyasa. This was pertinent, as Sulocana had lost his wife when Kirtanananda had maniplulated her away, initiated her, and married her away to one of his money collectors at New Vrndavana. Sulocana also came to know of the sexual and otherwise corruption that was rife amongst practically all the "exclusive eleven". Moreover, Kirtanananda in New Vrndavana was living a hypocritical life as an active predatory homosexual pedophile, simultaneously taking worship as a paramahamsa. "The Guru Business" was the first realistic and comprehensive view of the topic false gurus, based on quotes given by Srila Prabhupada. PURPOSE OF THIS BOOK (by Sulocana dasa) 1) It must be revealed to the world exactly who Srila Prabhupada is and how he has nothing whatsoever to do with the corruption going on amongst ISKCON's leaders today. 2) There is a crying need to increase and even rekindle love for Prabhupada from his own disciples. To a large extent, they have left Prabhupada's mission out of frustration and discouragement. 3) An effort should be made to clean up ISKCON and remove the influence of personally motivated leaders. In other words, we should fully awaken the devotees to the politics and duplicity going on behind the facade. 4) There is now a new imperative to inspire married couples to be bold and go out to open temples. This was Srila Prabhupada's desire from the beginning. "Anyone who has read The Guru Business will have at once felt the powerful and illuminating clarity in the words of Sulocana prabhu. The way in which he has strung together Prabhupada's words, like pearls on the thread of his own amazing realizations, came from his total surrender to the instruction of Srila Prabhupada. Sulocana prabhu was prepared to die rather than not execute Prabhupada's mission properly. Because of this faith not only did the Lord manifest Prabhupada's previously hidden letters to Sulocana but he revealed their purport in his heart." Mukunda dasa from Killing For Keith, Chapter Seven. "Sulocana prabhu, you totally abandoned all personal considerations and sacrificed your life to expose the demoniac activities of these rogues and nondevotees and their apa-siddhantic philosophy. Such a perfect disciple as yourself, who fought so bravely to take serious charge of Prabhupada's mission and execute it correctly, has surely seen the Supreme Personality of Godhead and become liberated back to Godhead, or at least you have become an exalted soul on a heavenly planet. "Mukunda dasa - Foreword to The Guru Business - March 2020
Download or read book Krishna Tales Incredible Indian Tales written by Subhojit Sanyal and published by Om Books International. This book was released on 2014 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Krishna, one of the avatars of Lord Vishnu, is the embodiment of love and divine joy that destroys all pain and sin. People consider Krishna to be their leader, hero, protector, philosopher, teacher and friend all rolled into one. He has influenced the Indian thought, life and culture in many ways.Krishna Tales is a delightful collection of beautifully illustrated stories of Krishna from his birth till he kills his evil uncle King Kansa. Tales of his playful antics with gopis and Radha to his stories of valour and wisdom in the battles with demons and Kansa written in simple language makes this book an irresistible read for a child.
Download or read book KRISHNA Vol 4 written by Rajiv Chilaka and published by Green Gold Animation. This book was released on with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lord Vishnu's avatar, Krishna who is born to Devaki in Mathura and raised by Yashoda and Nandlal in Gokul travels to Vrindavan along with the entire village. He soon grows into a fine young man – courageous, mischievous and lovable. He along with his friends Balram, Udho and Madho spread happiness in Vrindavan. Krishna's love for the beautiful Radha also grows fonder and they revel in each other's company. Soon stories about Lord Krishna's miracles spread far and wide and also reach the court of the evil King, Kansa. Realizing that he could be none other than Devaki's son - his ultimate destroyer, Kansa is struck with horror. However, he soon devises a sinister plan to kill Krishna. He sends his messenger, Akroor, to invite Krishna and Balram to Mathura on the pretext of holding a challenge, and plans to trap and destroy them forever. Krishna and Balram accept the invitation and travel to Mathura. Reaching there, they meet the beautiful Rukmini and her brother Rukmi. Krishna also battles and destroys various demons such as Kuvalyapeedh, the dhobhi and others. After entering Kansa's arena he kills Chanur and Mustik, the mighty wrestlers, and finally destroys the evil Kansa himself. He then meets his imprisoned parents Devaki and Vasudev, and releases them. He also frees his grandfather, Ugrasen, and crowns him the King of Mathura again. Krishna's mischievous and miraculous stories in Mathura are enthralling and truly exciting.
Download or read book The Killing of Shishupala written by Māgha and published by Murty Classical Library of India. This book was released on 2017 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Magha's The Killing of Shishupala is a celebrated seventh-century Sanskrit poem that tells the story of Shishupala's refusal to honor the divine Krishna at the coronation of Yudhishthira. Through this translation, the first into English, readers gain access to a sophisticated work that has dazzled Indian audiences for a thousand years.
Download or read book Let s Celebrate Krishna s Birthday Maya Neel s India Adventure Series Volume 12 written by Ajanta Chakraborty and published by Culture Groove / Bollywood Groove. This book was released on 2021-03-26 with total page 17 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Who can resist the charming little Krishna even with his naughty antics like sneaking butter! In this book, Maya, Neel and Chintu, the squirrel, visit India to celebrate Krishna’s birthday festival. Imagine their surprise when they encounter tall human pyramids competing to break a pot hung high! Filled with delightful stories of Krishna’s childhood as well as the fun ways of celebrating Janmashtami in India, this book is sure to keep your little reader hooked! Check out this incredibly fun birthday festival book from Bestselling series with Award-winning authors! **Also See**! Check out our Ganesha’s Birthday Book for another equally fun birthday festival book! **Perfect Birthday Gift**! Both Ganesha & Krishna’s birthday books make for great birthday gifts for curious little learners! **Did you know?** All of our books are non-religious with stories are retold for a global audience. Maya & Neel’s India Adventures 10+ Book Series is written with the mission to RAISE MULTICULTURAL KIDS! We are Indie authors and 1st generation Indian immigrants, who have dedicated the past decade to spreading multiculturalism through our local dance & culture company as well through this book series whose extreme popularity has taken even us by surprise. You can follow our cultural journey on social media at Bollywood Groove and Culture Groove. To all our little and grownup readers: Thank You for supporting our work & mission! -------------- For bulk orders! or author visits! contact [email protected] Our Series Available Worldwide (CultureGroove.com/Books):! Festivals: Diwali, Navratri, Holi, Vaisakhi, Ramadan & Eid | Mythology: Ganesha, Krishna | Places: Delhi & Taj Mahal, Mumbai | Wedding | Diwali 50 Activity Book Holi 50-Activity Book | Gift Sets 1 & 2
Download or read book Betrayal of the Spirit written by Nori J. Muster and published by University of Illinois Press. This book was released on 2013-03-15 with total page 254 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Combining behind-the-scenes coverage of an often besieged religious group with a personal account of one woman's struggle to find meaning in it, Betrayal of the Spirit takes readers to the center of life in the Hare Krishna movement. Nori J. Muster joined the International Society of Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON)--the Hare Krishnas--in 1978, shortly after the death of the movement's spiritual master, and worked for ten years as a public relations secretary and editor of the organization's newspaper, the ISKCON World Review. In this candid and critical account, Muster follows the inner workings of the movement and the Hare Krishnas' progressive decline. Combining personal reminiscences, published articles, and internal documents, Betrayal of the Spirit details the scandals that beset the Krishnas--drug dealing, weapons stockpiling, deceptive fundraising, child abuse, and murder within ISKCON–as well as the dynamics of schisms that forced some 95 percent of the group's original members to leave. In the midst of this institutional disarray, Muster continued her personal search for truth and religious meaning as an ISKCON member until, disillusioned at last with the movement's internal divisions, she quit her job and left the organization. In a new preface to the paperback edition, Muster discusses the personal circumstances that led her to ISKCON and kept her there as the movement's image worsened. She also talks about "the darkest secret"–child abuse in the ISKCON parochial schools--that was covered up by the public relations office where she worked.
Download or read book Amma Tell Me about Krishna written by Bhakti Mathur and published by Amma Tell Me. This book was released on 2015-08-05 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The festival of Janamashtami - Celebrates the birth of Krishna, An avatar of Lord Vishnu, Born to rid the world of evil Kansa. The story of his magical escape from prison, Across the flooded river Yamuna. Helped by a snake called Shesh Naag, His arrival at the home of Nand and Yashoda!" --Back cover.
Download or read book Mauri written by Saiswaroopa Iyer and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2021-12-18 with total page 186 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: She wants to kill the man whom others call God. However, love unwittingly becomes an obstacle in her sworn path. With her father's death shattering her world, Mauri is torn away from everything she had once loved. Anger has replaced every emotion within her, and she seeks only one thing-to kill her father's killer. Even if the man is none other than Krishna Vaasudeva, the man whom people worship as God. Someone is standing in the way though, reining in her bitterness when she is least prepared for it-the rakshasa prince Ghatotkacha! But by the time love sprouts within her, Mauri has gone too far in her thirst for vengeance and has endangered Kamarupa, the high seat of the Supreme Goddess. Does Ghatotkacha realise the true intentions of his lover? Can Mauri fight her own monsters and defend the temple? Can she save herself and Ghatotkacha before both their worlds are destroyed? Can Mauri fight her own monsters and defend the temple? Can Mauri save herself and Ghatotkacha before both their worlds are destroyed?
Download or read book The Mahabharata written by Ramesh Menon and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2006-07 with total page 600 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Mahabharata is the more recent of India's two great epics, and by far the longer. First composed by the Maharishi Vyasa in verse, it has come down the centuries in the timeless oral tradition of guru and sishya, profoundly influencing the history, culture, and art of not only the Indian subcontinent but most of south-east Asia. At 100,000 couplets, it is seven times as long as the Iliad and the Odyssey combined: far and away the greatest recorded epic known to man. The Mahabharata is the very Book of Life: in its variety, majesty and, also, in its violence and tragedy. It has been said that nothing exists that cannot be found within the pages of this awesome legend. The epic describes a great war of some 5000 years ago, and the events that led to it. The war on Kurukshetra sees ten million warriors slain, brings the dwapara yuga to an end, and ushers in a new and sinister age: this present kali yuga, modern times. At the heart of the Mahabharata nestles the Bhagavad Gita, the Song of God. Senayor ubhayor madhye, between two teeming armies, Krishna expounds the eternal dharma to his warrior of light, Arjuna. At one level, all the restless action of the Mahabharata is a quest for the Gita and its sacred stillness. After the carnage, it is the Gita that survives, immortal lotus floating upon the dark waters of desolation: the final secret! With its magnificent cast of characters, human, demonic, and divine, and its riveting narrative, the Mahabharata continues to enchant readers and scholars the world over. This new rendering brings the epic to the contemporary reader in sparkling modern prose. It brings alive all the excitement, magic, and grandeur of the original-for our times.
Download or read book Bhagavad Geeta written by Swami Mukundananda and published by . This book was released on 2013-04-05 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Commentary on 'The Bhagavad Geeta' by Swami Mukundananda
Download or read book The Ritual of Battle written by Alf Hiltebeitel and published by Motilal Banarsidass. This book was released on 2017-01-01 with total page 368 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is a study of India's great epic, the Mahabharata, against the background of Indo-European myth, epic and ritual. It builds upon the pioneering studies in these areas by Georges Dumezil and Stig Wikander to work toward the goal of understanding how this epic's Indo-European heritage is interpreted and reshaped within the setting of bhakti or devotional Hinduism. The book begins with a comparative typology of traditional classical epics, arguing that epic is a distinctive mythical genre, and that the Mahrib/grata in particular should be studied as part of an Indo-European epic (and not just mythical) continuum. The reshaping of Indo-European themes is then examined in relation to the Mahabharata's central mystery: the figure of Krishna, hero and ally of the Pandava brothers in their struggles against their cousins, the Kauravas, and incarnation of Visnu. The study argues that Krishna figures in the epic at the center of a coherent theological ensemble that builds upon continuities in Indo-European, Vedic and particularly Brahmanic sacrificial idioms. Ultimately, Krishna guides the forces of dharma or righteousness through a great "sacrifice of battle" whose eschatological background recalls Indo-European and Vedic themes, while projecting them into the Hindu bhakti cosmology of universal dissolution, recreations and divine grace. The study vigorously opposes attempts to "explain" Krishna by arbitrary theories of the Maluibhdrata's growth through interpolations.
Download or read book TKG s Diary written by Tamal Krishna Goswami and published by Golden Age Media . This book was released on 2017-01-01 with total page 312 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “TKG’s Diary” by author Tamal Krishna Goswami provides an intimate glimpse into the life and spiritual journey of a prominent disciple of Srila Prabhupada. Through personal journal entries and reflections, it offers a candid account of Goswami’s experiences and challenges in spreading the Hare Krishna movement globally. This insightful book delves into the inner workings of a dedicated devotee, shedding light on devotion, leadership, and spiritual growth.
