Srila Bhaktivinod Thakur, Srila Bhaktisiddanta Sarasvati Goswami Maharaja and Srila AC Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada all took advantage of political circumstances and established governments , they did not align themselves in any way , but used anything if there were opportunities to preach Krishna consciousness.

They intelligently used opportunities for the advantages they offered to further their missions .  In like a needle and  out  like a plough, and   diplomatic flutterings when the need would arise, but ultimately no compromises were ever offered or accepted by them .

The new industrial world and its communication systems with  open societies do have their  advantages for Krishna consciousness teaching . Although much degradation of mankind is taking place and their inner spirit is becoming increasingly degraded on many different levels .  Tremendous suffering is being inflicted by a few leaders, and the populations are in a desperate condition both materially and spiritually.  98% of the population can not understand or begin to contemplate the origins of the current world problems or offer any solutions.

A loud voice gives away the intentions quickly, but acting quietly and in covert ways leaves an enemy guessing . If the enemy underestimates one, then  that’s a good thing . Ultimately, Krishna consciousness with its  philosophical , scientific, and spiritual outlook is a million miles away from the current accepted status quo including their governmental affairs.

But for the time being, advantages are plenty , and they are being utilised.

Srila Prabhupada was walking in a park enjoying the facilities and he quipped to his disciples,  ” just see they are working hard and we are coming to take advantage,  like a snake does not build a hole , but simply disposes of the rabbit and establishes himself in the rabbits hole “

Srila Bhaktisiddanta Sarasvati Goswami Maharaja was thankful to the British, who established a post office branch near his headquarters in Mayapur. From that office, he sent his writings and instructions all over India

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