Synopsis
ISKCON is an acronym that stands for the International Society for Krishna Consciousness. We are an active community in the Washington, DC area.This is where you can hear music, lectures, narrations, talks, and seminars from our temple.ISKCON was founded by the exceptional Indian gentleman A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada. The Hare Krishna movement is part of his ongoing mission to present Gaudia Vaishnavism to the world. We hope that you enjoy these audio recordings.
Episodes
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SB 3.25 Lecture: Śrīmad Bhāgavatam Canto 3 Chapter 25
22/01/2018 Duration: 01h24minLecture by Vraja Vihari das. This Srimad Bhagavatam is translated into English from Sanskrit by the Founder Acharya of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness, Srila Prabhupāda. Lectures on the Srimad Bhagavatam are held on Sunday mornings at our temple. In order to understand the Śrīmad Bhāgavatam, it is essential to become familiar not only with the translations of the verses, but also with the commentaries on the verses by Srila Prabhupāda. These commentaries are available free online: http://vedabase.com/en/sb/1 As well as for the Kindle: http://www.amazon.com/Srimad-Bhagavatam-First-Divine-Bhaktivedanta-Prabhupada-ebook/dp/B0082COOZA/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1410049087&sr=1-1&keywords=Srimad-Bhagavatam+Bhaktivedanta For the Nook: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/srimad-bhagavatam-first-canto-his-divine-grace-a-c-bhaktivedanta-swami-prabhupada/1118040387?ean=2940148182207 And for iBooks: https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/srimad-bhagavatam-first-canto/id548453776?mt=11 A
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Questions for the Sages 49
16/01/2018 Duration: 48minToday’s podcast episode is like the original episode in some ways. It’s not an interview, but rather some discussion about myself and what I’m doing at the Hare Krishna temple.
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The Science of Healthy Spiritualism - Amarendra das
07/01/2018 Duration: 51minThe wisdom texts of various spiritual paths explain the importance of regular fasting from food and water for spiritual elevation in consciousness. In this talk, we'll hear a scientific perspective behind this age-old practice and gain an appreciation for living into a healthy holistic spiritual culture.
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2018 New Year celebration - Christy Freer
01/01/2018 Duration: 31minChristy Freer led a kirtan on December 31, 2017, at the ISKCON of DC temple in Potomac, Maryland, to ring in the new year.
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Pop Meets Kirtan - Gaura Vani Das
18/12/2017 Duration: 47minThe intention and mood behind our chanting are the most important parts of kirtan. Can we find Krishna in the reflections of the material world? Does it matter what style of kirtan we are offering; contemporary or traditional?
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Questions for the Sages 48 - Ananda dasa
18/12/2017 Duration: 01h08minI consider Anand dasa to be a mentor and a friend. We sat for a very nice talk. This is the last episode of 2017, and we discuss our hopes for next year. For more episodes, go to http://questionsforthesages.com Questions for the Sages is also on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/questionsforthesages/ And on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCY3USiACeeLMPZeAnUeTkKQ Thanks to Rico Hayes for the theme music: http://www.ricohayes.com
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Questions for the Sages 47 - Ananda Vrindavaneshwari devi dasi
11/12/2017 Duration: 01h22minAnanda Vrindavaneswari devi dasi is the president of the Hare Krishna temple in Potomac, Maryland, and we sat to discuss the year 2017, and some of the things we look forward to in 2018. For more episodes, go to http://questionsforthesages.com Questions for the Sages is also on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/questionsforthesages/ And on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCY3USiACeeLMPZeAnUeTkKQ Thanks to Rico Hayes for the theme music: http://www.ricohayes.com
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SB 3.24-25 Lecture: Śrīmad Bhāgavatam Canto 3 Chapter 24-25
11/12/2017 Duration: 01h21minLecture by Vraja Vihari das. This Srimad Bhagavatam is translated into English from Sanskrit by the Founder Acharya of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness, Srila Prabhupāda. Lectures on the Srimad Bhagavatam are held on Sunday mornings at our temple. In order to understand the Śrīmad Bhāgavatam, it is essential to become familiar not only with the translations of the verses, but also with the commentaries on the verses by Srila Prabhupāda. These commentaries are available free online: http://vedabase.com/en/sb/1 As well as for the Kindle: http://www.amazon.com/Srimad-Bhagavatam-First-Divine-Bhaktivedanta-Prabhupada-ebook/dp/B0082COOZA/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1410049087&sr=1-1&keywords=Srimad-Bhagavatam+Bhaktivedanta For the Nook: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/srimad-bhagavatam-first-canto-his-divine-grace-a-c-bhaktivedanta-swami-prabhupada/1118040387?ean=2940148182207 And for iBooks: https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/srimad-bhagavatam-first-canto/id548453776?mt=11 A
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Name Calling - Vraj Vihari das
11/12/2017 Duration: 46minThe practice of calling the Holy Name is found in many of the world's great spiritual traditions. Today we'll take a look at that and share some insights to better experience the Bhakti Yoga practice of singing and chanting Krishna's Holy Name.
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SB 3.24 Lecture: Śrīmad Bhāgavatam Canto 3 Chapter 24
04/12/2017 Duration: 01h24minLecture by Vraja Vihari das. This Srimad Bhagavatam is translated into English from Sanskrit by the Founder Acharya of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness, Srila Prabhupāda. Lectures on the Srimad Bhagavatam are held on Sunday mornings at our temple. In order to understand the Śrīmad Bhāgavatam, it is essential to become familiar not only with the translations of the verses, but also with the commentaries on the verses by Srila Prabhupāda. These commentaries are available free online: http://vedabase.com/en/sb/1 As well as for the Kindle: http://www.amazon.com/Srimad-Bhagavatam-First-Divine-Bhaktivedanta-Prabhupada-ebook/dp/B0082COOZA/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1410049087&sr=1-1&keywords=Srimad-Bhagavatam+Bhaktivedanta For the Nook: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/srimad-bhagavatam-first-canto-his-divine-grace-a-c-bhaktivedanta-swami-prabhupada/1118040387?ean=2940148182207 And for iBooks: https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/srimad-bhagavatam-first-canto/id548453776?mt=11 A
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Essential Wisdom - Anuttama Das
04/12/2017 Duration: 45minThe Bhagavad Gita is among the top three most read and revered spiritual texts in the world. What is the relevance of this ancient text today? Are there teachings to be found that shed light on the complex questions we face as individuals and as a global society? Can the Bhagavad Gita shed light on my path?
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Questions for the Sages 46 - Levi Campbell
04/12/2017 Duration: 01h48minLevi has led quite a life, and next week, he’ll be moving onto the temple grounds. We go over some his life story, and look to the future. My apologies for my froggy voice. For more episodes, go to http://questionsforthesages.com Questions for the Sages is also on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/questionsforthesages/ And on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCY3USiACeeLMPZeAnUeTkKQ Thanks to Rico Hayes for the theme music: http://www.ricohayes.com
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SB 3.23 Lecture: Śrīmad Bhāgavatam Canto 3 Chapter 23
27/11/2017 Duration: 01h21minLecture by Vraja Vihari das. This Srimad Bhagavatam is translated into English from Sanskrit by the Founder Acharya of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness, Srila Prabhupāda. Lectures on the Srimad Bhagavatam are held on Sunday mornings at our temple. In order to understand the Śrīmad Bhāgavatam, it is essential to become familiar not only with the translations of the verses, but also with the commentaries on the verses by Srila Prabhupāda. These commentaries are available free online: http://vedabase.com/en/sb/1 As well as for the Kindle: http://www.amazon.com/Srimad-Bhagavatam-First-Divine-Bhaktivedanta-Prabhupada-ebook/dp/B0082COOZA/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1410049087&sr=1-1&keywords=Srimad-Bhagavatam+Bhaktivedanta For the Nook: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/srimad-bhagavatam-first-canto-his-divine-grace-a-c-bhaktivedanta-swami-prabhupada/1118040387?ean=2940148182207 And for iBooks: https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/srimad-bhagavatam-first-canto/id548453776?mt=11 A
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Instrumental - Vaisesika Das
27/11/2017 Duration: 42minIn the Bhagavad-gita Lord Krishna invites His friend Arjuna to work as His instrument. This invitation is open to every one of us. Discover the secret to turning oneself into an instrument for Krishna and how this seemingly small adjustment ushers into one’s life unprecedented peace of mind and prosperity.