In entering and understanding Radha Krishna Nitya lila pastimes getting the correct Sanskrit word meaning obviously is essential to fully describe the specific lilas that are described in the writings of the acaryas who are literally spiritually immersed within the lila and relishing all the mellows due to their pure love in Bhakti yoga .
For instance, when Krishna approaches Srimati Radharani through his ecstatic glance , if one mistranslates the Sanskrit and literally has Krishna walking up and approaching Radharani , it can be that the translation is wrong .In the company of Radharani’s mother in law, Krishna could never walk directly up to Srimati Radharani, but He and She may approach each other by lightning glances . However, the essence and relishing of the mellows of pure devotional lilas can’t be experienced by any other process than the decending process or being allowed to enter Krishna lila through the chanting of the Names of Divinity and purely remembering the eternal spiritual lilas . It is, however, essential in assisting the meditations to understand how the acayas have described in their trancendental trance the pastimes.
We cannot neglect or minimise these technicalities of language, but also remember, its not merely by such technicalities that one enters into Krishna lila, but only through pure love which is bestowed by Bhakti devi and the pure devotees of Krishna, the causless mercy.
Srila BR Sridhar Swami would say all discord is harmonized in the absolute. What is that discord? Conditioned nature or spiritual nature ? What is meant by someone’s nature ? In the material world ones nature is acquired by one’s own material actions generated by universal affairs in a responsive universe In the spiritual world, ones eternal and original spiritual nature is revealed when one gives up material nature . Spiritual life is an uncovering process, a cleansing of temporary nature acquired by ignoring the spiritual reality. Material natures can change , free will and our choices change , conditioned nature is endlessly mutable, but spiritual nature is dynamic ever increasing and permanently situated beyond the atoms , elements, and compounds . Love, in its real pure form, is always increasing , to love and be loved is the inherant nature of the consciousness because we are part and parcels of Divinity who possesses that nature. All the spiritually minded individuals, although sometimes appearing in discordant ways , as the personality effects inevitably bring to the consciousness, are harmonized in the absolute . Everyone in the spiritual realm has pure intentions but different intentions towards Krishna , or God . Lord Balarama , who is Krishna’s first expansion , brings forth various expansions and multifarious energies , both spiritual and material in nature .Our conditioned minds and conditioned intelligences are part of His energies that make up our own subtle body . We have a gross and subtle body, but that is not our permanent condition but rather that material nature is forever in fluctuation , it responds to desire , the many possibilities of quantum physics, one could say is playing out . Balarama, through His expansions called Mula Sankarsan, Maha Sankarsan and Maha Visnu, and all his corresponding energies, both material and spiritual, serves Krishna in incalculable ways . Balarama is the original Guru for all beings, and the particles of eternal consciousness, the living beings, all expand from Him . Krishna, the Supreme Personality of Godhead’s first expansion is Lord Balarama, and He is said to be non different that Krishna. Lord Balarama is the great servant of Kṛṣṇa and encourages us to follow in the service mode .
It’s indeed inconceivable that the innumerable individual living beings who each possess a unique sense of individuality can, in an individual way, express that towards Divinity. http://www.thevedicspectator.com
In glorifying Jesus Christ, we should remember Bethlehem and the Holy Lands are not mere geopolitical locations but rather refelect a state of the pure spiritual mind , although this this is little understood. Enemies are not so much external forces or even other countries or other faiths, but rather, they come from within ourselves and in hellish consciousnesswe create hell for ourselves and others around us . Many times, it is the case that someone’s faith makes them proud and arrogant, quite the opposite qualities of saints . There are different types of irreligions , including those who twist the meaning to suit the personal ends of a particular group of persons living in a geographical location .The five types of irreligion are given in the Vedas . The enemy can literally be within and at times at the very heart of our own faith . If our scholars and theologians mistranslate or misinterpret pure scripts we are led by the irreligious. Jesus Christs’ persecution, for instance, came from within the establishment. In spiritual life, we should guard against our own minds and look out for fanaticism of any kind , and we should be somewhat familiar with theological values , and those who misinterpret scripts can be identified.
The pogues .
The Pogues Xmas song reminds us of the fragile condition of human nature that is liable to erupt and explode at any time , but also we are reminded of the nature of a pure consciousness and forgiveness. Good hearts are actually inherant. All beings have potential.
Hildegard von Bingen.
Any person who wants to understand the real heart of Christianity can do so in profound ways . Examining the life and works of Hildegard von Bingen, the trancendental musician, artist , philosopher, and pure theologian who is able to transmit the pure original teaching of Jesus and his Divine father is well worth studying.
We should remember Vrndavana or Bethlehem or Mecca or the like are ultimately a state of pure mind , not a geographical location , and they are representative of the spiritual kingdoms.
His Divine Grace AC Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada has made an attempt to use the educational systems of the Vedas and create a world free from the ignorance of scientific materialism ,after all a world that does not understand dualism is a world of sophisticated animals who exploit hunt and kill in sophisticatedand underhand ways . In forming ISKCON AC Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada , the Vedas is being brought to light . The idea is that everyone can live in a harmonized atmosphere where differences are respected and facilities that everyone needs, including the creatures of the earth ,can all be easily obtained and shared .In order for this to be achieved the intelligentsia must be prominent and recognised for who they are in every feild. Different classes of men have specific qualities , for instance a business man can only think of profit , thats good , but such persons are clueless when it comes to how to govern or protect society. ISKCON is based on the Srimad Bhagavatam, Bhagavad Gita, as well as the eighteen puranas that bring a natural and systematic education through its various cultures. This also naturally allows for all the specific needs of a ” multicultural ” society , where differences can be lived out in harmony.
Some people may openly criticize ISKCON, or Gaudia Vaisnava societies for their efforts, and immature thinkers probably dont understand the significance of their work and their long-term vision. Bringing Devi varna ashram within a modern world is the goal , and it’s a long-term goal .
Traditional ashrams or religious cultures , generally have women and men within their own settings .The Nuns and Monks live separately all over the world . Family life was absent, and interactions with society were limited.
In creating ISKCON Srila AC, Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada had the vision that the whole world should be given the opportunity to practice deep Krishna consciousness every varna and every ashram included . In so doing , ISKCON and Prabhupada have successfully brought Krishna consciousness opportunities to one and all in very practical ways all over the world. The revolution has begun, but we need to learn more .
If Prabhupada had created traditional Ashram systems , many aspects of society would not have been included in the cultivation of Krishna consciousness . Currently, it’s witnessed that ISKCON is successful and is fast permeating everywhere in the world. Its influences are growing in all of the varnas and ashrams.
Earlier days in ISKCON were very blissful and revolutionary but particularly difficult in many respects . Young inexperienced leaders had a lot of responsibilities , and many couldn’t manage well .
Consequences of failure can be problematic . There is no excuse for irresponsible and harmful behaviour, but we can not assume the utopian dream that all is rosey as soon as someone walks into an Ashram . Risks are there, and now manage a lot better , as in all religious institutions as well as other types of institutions.
Certainly, Prabhupada, through his preaching methods , has opened up the whole world , every single aspect of society can now access a Krishna consciousness experience, and the success of his mission is astounding.
Protestant , Catholic , Suni , Shiiat , Zionist , Rabbi , Smarta Brahmana , of a cast system , or a brahmana by quality .
Every one of these categories of persons attempts to understand properly theologies and can all be properly thought of in context.
Not all men or women are at the stage of desiring exclusively pure devotional service to the Lord , mixed devotion is in the mix, and progressive practice is within them all .
Some may have devotional attitudes mixed with many other motives like political or material perfection for personal benefits. These are naturally reflected in the religious minded societies but should be recognised for what they are by the scholars of each tradition. The highest and lowest of standard must be made clear , otherwise, the lowest will pass as the highest, that’s called cheating religion .
Birds of feathers flock together. The Vedas , being extremely broad, can incorporate all motivated persons as well as pure persons , and they put them into four categories and bring relative connections between them all .
The categories are Karma yogis …jnana yogis …astanga yogis and pure Bhakti Yogis ..
Each of those four categories have various followings, but also many subdivisions that are based on and according to progress in disciplines . This is according to how an individual can transition to spiritual understanding of greater levels . The ultimate goal is pure dedication and devotion towards Divinity.
In Vedic Culures, the pure “person Bhagavat”, is the personification of the ancient Srimad Bhagavatam . Such a person is in a Gaudia Vaisnava disciplic succession . They are extremely well versed in the Vedas and take into account time place and circumstances when it comes to application of the Bhāgavatam . They will be able to give a thorough analysis of all topics within the Vedas and relate them to contemporary times .
Krishna says in 7th chapter of Bhagavad Gita..
TEXT 16: O best among the Bhāratas, four kinds of pious men begin to render devotional service unto Me – the distressed, the desirer of wealth, the inquisitive, and he who is searching for knowledge of the Absolute.
TEXT 17: Of these, the one who is in full knowledge and who is always engaged in pure devotional service is the best. For I am very dear to him, and he is dear to Me.
TEXT 18: All these devotees are undoubtedly magnanimous souls, but he who is situated in knowledge of Me I consider to be just like My own self. Being engaged in My transcendental service, he is sure to attain Me, the highest and most perfect goal
.TEXT 19: After many births and deaths, he who is actually in knowledge surrenders unto Me, knowing Me to be the cause of all causes and all that is. Such a great soul is very rare.
TEXT 20: Those whose intelligence has been stolen by material desires surrender unto demigods and follow the particular rules and regulations of worship according to their own natures.
It’s absolutely vital to find a pure representative of God in order to advance fully in spiritual life who can correctly guide people’s claims of purity ….there are many who pose as devotees who are actually demons or with mixed personal motives .
Thus, checks and balances are in place in Vedic Culures. True Gurus , true saints, and theological texts always align.
The pure teachers, both of a past and the present , along with the scriptures consisting of both the Sruti and Smriti, are essential to help us avoid those that will do us harm.
The demoniac person thinks: So much wealth do I have today, and I will gain more according to my schemes. So much is mine now, and it will increase in the future, more and more. He is my enemy, and I have killed him; and my other enemy will also be killed. I am the lord of everything, I am the enjoyer, I am perfect, powerful and happy. I am the richest man, surrounded by aristocratic relatives. There is none so powerful and happy as I am. I shall perform sacrifices, I shall give some charity, and thus I shall rejoice. In this way, such persons are deluded by ignorance.
The principle teachings taught by Mahāprabhu as made clear by his conversations with Ramananda Roy, are that one should systematically from a particular starting place , according to ones station , and steadily and eagerly come to the essence of the teachings of Gaudia Vaisnavism . Srila Rupa Goswami has brought even more details within his teachings , and the association of trancendental professors , i.e., Sri Guru is essential for personal checks and balances.
We are never to discard the Varna Ashram system and its true worth or the stages progressing from it . The gradual developmental process of association and training by the trancendental intelligentsia in all their various capacities are an essential element of the development of Krishna consciousness . There are cor and peripheral elements to Krishna consciousness, and many Siksa Gurus may help us . 1st class devotees, 2nd class, and 3rd class devotees are consistently present in the theological cultures in the world no matter the country, and ultimately, the teaching our spiritual cultures must have similarities and so they do . God is unlimitedly merciful and makes Himself known in many ways . The Caitanya Caratamrita makes it clear that what Sri Caitanya Mahāprabhu has given society is ultimate the essence of love of God , the connoisseurs of love in spiritual matters , the six Goswami’s of Vrndavana have made this very clear and why it is so . No matter what your external circumstances may be , by Nama Sankirtana chanted with sincere purposes, one can very quickly acquire love of God . However, a top-class Brahminical man , although externally very knowledgeable in the Vedas and be very expert with the formalities of cultures, may or may not aquire what Mahāprabhu has given ,that will depend on a state of humility of the heart and a greed to understand something of the esoteric elements of Bhakti yoga , this is in the hands of those pure devotees who have tasted it and are relishing it , and they bestow it. Thus, causless mercy is needed , and mercy above justice is an important principle demonstrated by Sri Caitanya Mahāprabhu and Nityananda prabhu. This is so because Krishna and Sri Caitanya Mahāprabhu will wipe away all previous bad karma in a stroke. What is our due is excused , this is the essence of Nityananda prabhu and Sri Caitanya Mahāprabhu
An analysis of the state of Western politics was that formerly, the king snatched power from the Catholic Church in the United Kingdom and set up his own church and administration . Later Cromwell snatched power from the king and gave power to politically influenced persons, mostly landowners . In modern times, the business classes are controlling and influencing the weak and unqualified political classes . In the USA, having direct rule , Donald Trump leads the way . The business class wants money at any cost , employees, or the environment or decent behaviour will not stand in their way . Wars , deaths, and exploitation are caused by greed and ignorance of others’ rights . Encroachments are the very nature of the ruthless businessmen. If they are artificially put in charge of a country, they will put the country in debt by lowering taxes , to increase their own profits. Currently, the USA is in 38 trillion debt . These business persons are ruthless and have no real care except their wallet. Thus , the Vedic way is the intelligentsia who are philosophically minded and compassionate to all , hold the life long king to account making him responsible to carry out duties within his political administration that are just and fair . Such leaders are compelled to instigate governmental and compliance systems so that businessmen operate with real free market economics , not fixed global monopolies. The business communities must protect its workforce and provide them with sufficient resources to live , including a home to live in , and must respect others’ cultures and countries. Democracies are crumbling and have been infiltrated by the conglomorates who fund politics and fund mainstream media, causing the unthinking layman to remain unthinking….thus fools are voting in fools http://www.thevedicspectator.com
The more the technological world heats up, the more the top dogs will chase down and kill for what they consider are precious minerals and earth of every kind , including the last snatches for oil reserves. Scientific materialism and Darwinian hypothesis has everyone thinking of the immediate circumstances and needs of the body , at the cost of anybody else’s body ..Welcome to the world of the libeterians and global conglomerates who manipulate and infiltrate democracies and society, and now with Ai propaganda….The businesss man has no heart for the world . None of the above is the Vedic way , which is one of respect for life and culture, along with an understanding and cooperative spirit based on the scientific reality of dualism. http://www.thevedicspectator.com
From Rolls Royce to a beaten up Ford , or the reverse
Reincarnation means one is forced to identify with the new circumstances , for better or worse, much of what was previously experienced is forgotten or taken away , however subtle elements remain in many and most cases , some very strong feelings within our inner selves develop in set circumstances and some less so . The inner consciousness is a fascinating and complex topic , its delved into within the vedas . Psychological matters of every kind are broadly explained , karmic synchronicities play out in innumerable ways. Although we are not dead stones , nothing is fixed , particular behaviours can offset the negative or bring new difficulties .Everything is moving within the responsive karmic universe. External circumstances and internal circumstances are two calculations of this world. The man in the Rolls Royce could be happy or living a miserable life , the man with the beaten up Ford could be happy or living a miserable life . Identifying with mere external circumstances is something not recommended in the Vedas , rather, the journey of the inner consciousness is given priority. Eventually, everyone has to step out of their cars But is life only about the machine like body ?..
The founder acarya of ISKCON caused some controversy amongst the media in the USA in the 1960s pointing out that on average, men’s brains are larger than women’s brains.
Recently, studies show that male brains are typically 8-13% larger than female brains . This difference in size is not related to intelligence, as both male and female brains are, of course, similar . It’s also clear ladies and men are as equally intelligent in their own ways , intelligence differs according to one’s karmic position, and there are different types of intelligence. It was Richard Feynman who said you could have a pocket full of PHd’s and be a complete idiot .The Vedas indicates that the greatest use of intelligence is to have the wisdom and insights to be able to separate consciousness from matter . The objective world of dualism.
It’s the role that ladies play in modern times that have changed from former times . So has much in life and especially the economy. Everything is mighty expensive, and everyone is encouraged to become as rich as possible, and if you want a big house, big car , and big everything else, both mothers and fathers have to work hard . Schools and other educational institutions provide all kinds of directions to children and from an early age . In former times, mothers played more the home and educational role
Ladies in historic times have always played an intelligent and important role in supporting their husbands and children, giving much needed support and insights with great emotional care. and they still do. In modern times however Vedic cultures can be and are adapted . The priorities and principles of ladies supporting their men , who are carrying out their duties properly and work hard for the family is a good one, of course . It’s the essential element that ladies bring and bring stabilised families that are healthy in body , mind, and spirit. With the mothers spending as much time as possible with their children. The choices are how much money we need , but equally how to give the best of times and security for the family.
So the Vedic life of simple living and high thinking with family orientated traditions and loyalties is good for everyone. Along with automatically further development in one’s consciousness without the hindrance of dealing with broken relationships and all that brings.
Modern life and liberalism can be troubling, especially if it’s centred around the speculations and teaching of Darwinian scientific materialism of one life, one death , so what the he’ll, let’s go with the minds flow . We should guard against those who advocate liberalisation of family and cultural values based on theological sciences of consciousness development
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