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Question: What exactly does “guru” mean? Jagad Guru: “Guru” as an adjective means “heavy or weighty” as in “one who is heavy with spiritual knowledge and wisdom.” “Guru” also means spiritual master—this means that he has dovetailed his body, his…
In this video lecture series, Acharya Das examines the Vedic system of learning, especially the important relationship between the guru and disciple. Part 1: The Vedic System Of Learning Although in the modern world, with its strong drive for independence,…
Jagad Guru Siddhaswarupananda chanting and offering obeisances to his gurudev, Srila Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada. Namah Om Vishnu Padaya Krishna Prestaya Bhutale Srimate Bhaktivedanta Swami Iti Namine “I offer my respectful obeisances unto His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, who…
In this beautiful, live recording Jagad Guru Siddhaswarupananda sings pranams (prayers) to his beloved gurudev, His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada. This prayer is known as Srila Prabhupada Pranati. Namah Om Vishnu Padaya Krishna Presthaya Bhutale Srimate Bhaktivedanta Swami…
When we want to learn anything in this world, it is natural to look for a teacher who will teach us the knowledge or skill that we desire to acquire. It’s important to look for the most qualified and knowledgeable…
We have taken upon ourselves the responsibility of welcoming this grave charge. All the audience have accepted ordinary seats, I alone have been provided with a lofty seat. All are being told in effect—“Do have a look at a big…
Delivered as a lecture by His Divine Grace A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada on October 6, 1969, at Conway Hall, London, England. Teachings Of The Vedas Ladies and gentlemen, today’s subject matter is the teachings of the Vedas. What are…
