Krishna

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

The Bhagavad-gita is highly recommended for anyone interested in spirituality and the meaning of life. One of the world's best known literatures, it is often considered the essence of all wisdom. It's a conversation between the military hero Arjuna and his friendadvisorcharioteer Krishna, spoken just before the apocalyptic Battle of Kurukshetra. Subjects they discuss include the eternality of the self, destiny, the source of our being, and how to achieve genuine, long-term peace and happiness.

A two-volume illustrated memoir of Yamuna devi—one of the first pioneers to help establish the Hare Krishna movement in the western world—whose singing, cookbooks, artistry, and compassion continue to inspire new generations of Krishna devotees. Yamuna devi was one of the first pioneers to help establish the Hare Krishna movement in the western world. She met her guru, Srila Prabhupada, in New York City in 1966, and from then on became one of the movement's most visible and influential members.

Neck beads (kanthi mala) of oblong natural Tulasi beads. Devotees of Lord Krishna traditionally wear beads made of Tulasi around their neck. Product Details Strung on tough nylon monofilament, with brass clasp. The long strand fits three times around most necks. Approximately 16".

These lightly buffed Tulasi beads have both the darker color of the Tulasi bark and the paler wood. The two tones create a great natural look. Each bead is approximately .5" long, with lightly smoothed and rounded edges. The 48" strand fits once around most necks. Made in India. More information on neck beads...

These are used for japa, or mantra meditation. The set consists of 108 wooden beads and one head bead. They are made of sacred Tulasi wood and are suggested for intermediate or regular practitioners. This large set would be most comfortable for people with large hands or those whose health makes it difficult to handle small objects. Traditionally, they are kept and used in a bead bag.

Beads are used for meditating and chanting the Hare Krishna mantra. The strand consists of one hundred and eight individually hand-carved, smooth beads made of the wood from a sacred Tulasi plant. Product Details These beads are about 34" long (or about 68" around). Exact length varies 3-5" because of bead size. The beads are up to .75" in diameter each. Made in India... Care Tulasi is a soft, fibrous wood that is susceptible to moisture and temperature damage. These beads can warp and crack if exposed to humidity, water, or a lot of direct heat and sunlight. It is popular for user to oil their Tulasi beads prior to use, and to keep them clean and dry. Vaisnavas also respect their japa mala beads and do not take them into environments such as restrooms. Traditionally, they are kept and used in a japa bag, also available.

These beads are used for japa, or mantra meditation. The set consists of 108 wooden beads and one head bead. They are made of sacred Tulasi wood and are suggested for regular practitioners. This large set would be most comfortable for people with large hands or those whose health makes it difficult to handle small objects. Traditionally, they are kept and used in a bead bag. Product Details These beads are about 29" long (or about 58" around). Exact length varies 3-5" because of bead size. The beads are up to .5" in diameter each. The ‘head bead’ is finished with an orange tassel. Made in India... Care Tulasi is a soft, fibrous wood that is susceptible to moisture and temperature damage. These beads can warp and crack if exposed to humidity, water, or a lot of direct heat and sunlight. It is popular for user to oil their Tulasi beads prior to use, and to keep them clean and dry. Vaisnavas also respect their japa mala beads and do not take them into environments such as restrooms. Traditionally, they are kept and used in a japa bag, also available.

This is the PDF edition of the MayJune 2017 issue of BTG, a 64 page magazine that focuses on Krishna consciousness. Back to Godhead is a magazine offering articles and information on Krishna consciousness (or bhakti-yoga). The magazine is published six time each year, and is available here per issue, or as a subscription. Back to Godhead is also available online at: btg.krishna.com

As yoga grows in popularity, there is also a growing need for clear and authoritative information about the actual objective of yoga. Krishna, who spoke the ancient yoga guidebook Bhagavad-gita five thousand years ago in India, explains that the whole point of yoga is to promote physical and mental peace, so that one can meditate on the Supreme Person dwelling within.

In Volume One of Sri Brhad-Bhagavatamrta, the great sage Narada, a pure devotee of Krishna, travels from earth to heaven and the spiritual world in search of the greatest recipient of Krishna's mercy. As he proceeds on his journey, Narada meets many pure devotees of Krishna and gives evidence to show how that devotee has been favored by Krishna. Each devotee, embarrassed to hear himself praised, recommends that Narada visit another devotee.