May 1,2017
The ISKCON devotees of Omsk, in southwest Siberia, Russia have a big congregation with a large temple, a successful farm ( with lots of milking cows ) and a popular restaurant in the city. They are well known and appreciated for their activities. Many thanks to Ananta Vrindavan dasa for his photography which tells the story of these amazing devotees serving Srila Prabhupada in this far distant corner of the world.
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May 2, 2017
Back In The USSR
“Destination Siberia”
Omsk, situated in southwestern Siberia, has a population of just over one million people. The region is characterized by harsh winters and blazing hot summers. Nothing, however, has deterred the devotees of Krishna from establishing a beautiful temple, a large farm and a thriving vegetarian restaurant in the center of the city. Our 3-day visit brought all the devotees together for some memorable kirtans and classes!
Back In The USSR Destination Siberia
Back In The USSR "Destination Siberia"Omsk, situated in southwestern Siberia, has a population of just over one million people. The region is characterized by harsh winters and blazing hot summers. Nothing, however, has deterred the devotees of Krishna from establishing a beautiful temple, a large farm and a thriving vegetarian restaurant in the center of the city. Our 3-day visit brought all the devotees together for some memorable kirtans and classes!
Posted by Indradyumna Swami on Tuesday, May 2, 2017
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May 4,2017
Beautiful City and Beautiful devotees
Most certainly St. Petersburg, Russia is one of the most beautiful cities in the world. And the devotees of Krishna who serve there are some of the most beautiful devotees in the world! Ananta Vrindavan dasa captured it all through the lens of his camera.
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May 6,2017
Back In The USSR
“Destination St. Petersburg”
The artistic grandeur of St. Petersburg, undoubtedly one of the most beautiful cities in the world, formed an appropriate backdrop for the blissful chanting, dancing and Krsna katha that took place during our visit with devotees there. Our programs, blended with impressions of Russia’s “Venice of the North” will long be ingrained in our memories.
Back In The USSR – "Destination St Petersburg"
Back In The USSR"Destination St. Petersburg"The artistic grandeur of St. Petersburg, undoubtedly one of the most beautiful cities in the world, formed an appropriate backdrop for the blissful chanting, dancing and Krsna katha that took place during our visit with devotees there. Our programs, blended with impressions of Russia’s “Venice of the North” will long be ingrained in our memories.
Posted by Indradyumna Swami on Saturday, May 6, 2017
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May 11,2017
May 11,2017
Spring Bliss in Moscow
Late spring snow did not damper our visit with the blissful devotees in Moscow, Russia. Kirtan went on as usual, with the extra added touch of Bada Haridas prabhu’s nectarian voice and Chaturatma prabhu’s ecstatic dancing.
Original comments and post on Facebook
May 13,2017
Back In The USSR
” Destination Moscow ”
Despite bone chilling weather, our visit to Moscow was blissful due to the warm hearted nature of the devotees who love to chant the holy names and dance in ecstasy. Srila Prabhupada’s visit to Moscow in 1971 planted the seeds of Krsna consciousness which continue to grow in great proportions.
Back In The USSR " Destination Moscow "Despite bone chilling weather, our visit to Moscow was blissful due to the warm hearted nature of the devotees who love to chant the holy names and dance in ecstasy. Srila Prabhupada’s visit to Moscow in 1971 planted the seeds of Krsna consciousness which continue to grow in great proportions.
Posted by Indradyumna Swami on Saturday, May 13, 2017
Original comments and post on Facebook
May 14,2017
Kirtan Near A Conflict Zone
Dnepropetrovsk is only 200 kilometers from where Ukraine troops and rebels are fighting in a conflict that has claimed nearly 10,000 lives since 2014. Despite the turmoil, local devotees have continued preaching and have learned the art of taking shelter of the Lord’s holy names. The kirtans in Dnepropetrovsk were especially deep and focused on the sound incarnation of the Lord. Devotees appeared especially happy and grateful for our visit. Bada Haridas prabhu and Chaturatma das gave their full energy to enlivening all the devotees.
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May 17,2017
As government troops, rebel soldiers and Ukrainian citizens die daily in the ongoing fighting not far from their city, Krishna’s devotees in Dnepropetrovsk, continue to spread peace and goodwill through their kirtans in temple programs, book distribution, harinams and most recently a beautiful Ratha Yatra through the city. All glories to these fearless spiritual warriors!
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May 19,2017
On Tour In Eastern Europe
“Destination Ukraine”
Over 1,000 devotees gathered for kirtan, classes and a beautiful Ratha Yatra in Depro, Ukraine over the weekend. It seemed the whole city was inundated in the nectar of the holy names! Another amazing video by Ananta Vrindavan dasa.
On Tour In Eastern Europe"Destination Ukraine"Over 1,000 devotees gathered for kirtan, classes and a beautiful Ratha Yatra in Depro, Ukraine over the weekend. It seemed the whole city was inundated in the nectar of the holy names! Another amazing video by Ananta Vrindavan dasa.
Posted by Indradyumna Swami on Friday, May 19, 2017
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May 20,2017
Dear disciples, friends and well-wishers: Thank you all for your birthday greetings. Please always keep me in your prayers!
“One aged devotee of Krsna addressed Him in this way: ‘My dear Krsna, O killer of the demon Agha, my body is now invalid due to old age. I cannot speak very fluently, my voice is faltering, my mind is not strong, and I am often attacked by forgetfulness. But, my dear Lord, You are just like the moonlight, and my only real regret is that for want of any taste for Your pleasant shining I did not advance myself in Krsna consciousness.’ This statement is an instance of lamentation due to one’s being unable to achieve his desired goal.” [ Nectar Of Devotion, Chapter 29 ]
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May 21,2017
A beautiful aerial view of New Vraja Dhama in Hungary, a rural community of several hundred devotees serving under the direction of HH Sivarama Swami.
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May 27,2017
On Tour In Eastern Europe
“Destination Hungary”
The Hungarian yatra is a model for Krsna conscious throughout the world with a beautiful temple in the capitol Budapest, centers throughout the county and farming community, New Vraja Dhama, in the south.
On Tour In Eastern Europe"Destination Hungary"The Hungarian yatra is a model for Krsna conscious throughout the world with a beautiful temple in the capitol Budapest, centers throughout the county and farming community, New Vraja Dhama, in the south.
Posted by Indradyumna Swami on Saturday, May 27, 2017
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May 29,2017
Close to 2,000 devotees gathered in the Appalachian Mountains in North Carolina for the annual Sadhu Sanga Retreat this past weekend. Ananta Vrindavan dasa is working on a video of the occasion. Here are a few photos to wet your appetite
