Name: Srimad Bhagavatam Favorite Verses by Sri Krishna Chaitanya Swami
Duration: 20 min 15 s
Description: Some favorite verses from the Srimad Bhagavatam recorded at New Govardhan Farm in 2025

this yoga nidra is done by one of my favorite gurus, Yogi Charu. Enjoy a deeply satisfying trip outside yourself and back again.

Yogi Charu Yoga Nidra for Perspective

A house pop song glorifying spiritual master. By Gopinatha dasa.

It's a struggle for existence
real knowledge is too far
oasis in the distance
is nothing but a mirage

Running after glow worms
in the darkness of the night
winter age and snow falls
they still can't see the light

In the world of misguided
people just can't be happy
their eyes to see are blinded
it's a dark society

Suffering time to time
on the mental platform
neglecting what's sublime
for me those days are gone because

You opened our eyes
to the truth that lies beyond our senses
on the way to the spiritual sky
where eternal time creates no fences

(Chorus)
Dear Gurudev you are so kind 
to give us the access to the sweet pastimes 
of that blue cowherd boy naughty little Makhan Chor
He's the most beloved Lord

I'm trying my best
to follow my sadhana right
there's always a test
they're getting harder each time
getting inspiration
from the previous saints
all the dirt can wash off
let the precious remain

preaching is the essence
facing it with eagerness
hoping to develop
to purify my consciousness
it's your kindness only
I can feel myself accepted
history has proven
Krishna's mercy is unlimited

I'm giving up what's not mine
service to the Lord is what the body is meant for
nothing shall I try to hide
true and honest ways create my subtle splendor

Your smiling face was a sign
you are pleased with my performance of my duty
then everything will be fine
I just keep on going till I see the Lord's beauty

(Chorus)
Dear Gurudev you are so kind 
to give us the access to the sweet pastimes 
of that blue cowherd boy naughty little Makhan Chor
He's the most beloved Lord


HH Bir Krishna Goswami Vyasa-Puja Song 2014

Some favorite verses from the Srimad Bhagavatam recorded at New Govardhan Farm in 2025

Srimad Bhagavatam Favorite Verses

The Green Magic Place is dedicated to our Mother, Karen Lowens, who departed from this world on 29 October, Srila Prabhupada's disappearance day, during the month of Kartik, 2011.

These words were written by her to describe her "Green Magic Place":


For now, I am quiet, strolling down memory lane, and in love with life. 

When I imagine that stroll, I have a real place in mind. I wander down the path to the pond in Belfast Maine where all is silent except for the occasional mosquito buzz, fish fin flap, kingfisher squawk and swoop. Then I get into one of the blow-up boats and just float silently. I see  part of a tree floating by and it's a muskrat, carrying a branch to its home. Occasionally I'll see a mink doing the same. As I float along the shore of the pond, I see huge pawprints and flat areas where a beaver's tail might fit perfectly. At that space, I call it my green magic place. I let my mind roam freely. Remembering all my dear friends of the past, of the present, and still to come.


The Green Magic Place

Raga Asa is an Indian musical raga (composition) that appears in the Sikh tradition from northern India and is part of the Sikh holy scripture the Guru Granth Sahib. Asa is a very old raga which was once popular in the Punjab (northern India) but seldom heard in concerts today. In the Guru Granth Sahib's Ragmala this is a ragini (subset) of raga Megha. However, today it is assigned to the "Bilaval" thata ("set"). Asa is a devotional raga for the cold season and is performed in the early morning just before sunrise. However, it is also known as a twilight melody with a calm mystical mood. Raga Asa was used by Dhanul Laskangadas, Guru Nanak, Guru Angad, Guru Amar Das, Guru Ram Das, Guru Arjan and Guru Tegh Bahadur

Gurbaksh demonstrates a short alaap in Raag Asa.

Tarshenai: Gurbaksh Singh Matharu
Recording: Jatinder Singh Durhailay

Raag Asa - Gurbaksh Singh Matharu

An alaap of Raga Bhairavi by Ustad Bahauddin Dagar

Raag Bhairavi Alaap

Please sign the petition against the ban here:
http://www.petitions24.com/gita

Gita Banning: Krishna’s side of the story
 
In the backdrop of the present sad controversy over the banning of the Bhagavad-gita in Russia, we present Lord Krishna’s side of the story. His take on the controversy is presented as a song based on poetic translations of four important Gita verses that express its message of love. The song comprises a chorus English verse and English renditions of those four verses followed by their Sanskrit originals.  
 
My message of love,
Will you ban, 
 
All beings are my children beloved, the seed of life, I give to all,
Hindus, Muslims, Christians, humans, animals and plants, I love them all
 
sarva-yonishu kaunteya
murtayah sambhavanti yah
tasam brahma mahad yonir
aham bija-pradah pita (Bhagavad-gita 14.4)
 
My message of love, my child
Will you ban, indeed?
 
For you, my child, I descend again and again,
Life and love immortal, to help you regain

yada yada hi dharmasya
glanir bhavati bharata
abhyutthanam adharmasya
tadatmanam srijamy aham (Bhagavad-gita 4.7)
 
My message of love, my child
Will you ban, indeed?
 
 
Beauty, power and wealth, whatever you desire are sparks of mine
To fulfill your heart’s every longing, I reveal my message sublime
 
yad yad vibhutimat sattvam
shrimad urjitam eva va
tat tad evavagaccha tvam
mama tejo-'msha-sambhavam (Bhagavad-gita 10.41)
 
My message of love, my child
Will you ban, indeed?
 
 
Beneath all ritual hides love’s spiritual connection
There, free from all sorrow, lies everlasting satisfaction
 
sarva-dharman parityajya
mam ekam sharanam vraja
aham tvam sarva-papebhyo
mokshayishyami ma shucah  (Bhagavad-gita 18.66)
 
My message of love, my child
Will you ban, indeed?
 
Ban instead, my child, this illusion dreadful
Of my love, why are you so fearful?
 
My message of love, my child
Will you ban, indeed?
 
On December 19, 2011, Hare Krishna devotees in Kolkata, India, protested in front of the Russian Embassy because of the proposed Ban of Bhagavad Gita in Russia.

We received a letter of thanks from the devotees in Russian.

Yet, we wonder how Lord Krishna feels about the proposed Ban of His song of love, the Bhagavad Gita.

Please sign the petition against the ban here:

http://www.petitions24.com/gita

For more:

http://www.ekalavyadas.com
http://www.thespiritualscientist.com/
http://www.facebook.com/bhaktivedantaband

"Message of Love - Will You Ban?"

A Life Dedicated to Spiritual Service and Kirtan
Sri Krishna Chaitanya Swami, born in New York City, USA, in 1965, has become a pivotal figure in the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON), particularly in kirtan and Padayatra. His life’s journey, from a musically gifted youth to a spiritual leader, exemplifies dedication to the path of bhakti yoga and the spreading of Krishna consciousness worldwide.
Early Life and Spiritual Journey
Born in the same year that ISKCON Founder Acarya, Srila A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, arrived in New York, Sri Krishna Chaitanya Swami’s connection to the Hare Krishna movement began early. His aunt attended Srila Prabhupada’s kirtans in Tompkins Square Park 1966, planting the seeds of his future spiritual path.
Raised in an affluent family that valued education and the arts, he developed exceptional musical skills from a young age. By the time he entered Berklee College of Music in 1982, he had mastered sixteen instruments. After graduating in 1987 with a degree in Recording Engineering and Production, he embarked on a journey as a professional musician and a spiritual seeker.
 
Dedication to ISKCON
This year marks Sri Krishna Chaitanya Swami’s 32nd anniversary in ISKCON. His formal journey began in 1991 when he joined the movement in Ireland. Two years later, His Holiness Lokanath Swami initiated him, naming him Ekalavya Das. His dedication and service led to his acceptance of the sannyasa order in Pandharpur, elevating him to Sri Krishna Chaitanya Swami.

Leadership in Kirtan and Padayatra
Sri Krishna Chaitanya Swami’s most significant contributions to ISKCON lie in his roles as the GBC Kirtan Minister and GBC Padayatra Minister, positions he was elected to in 2023. These roles reflect his deep commitment to spreading the holy names of Krishna and promoting pilgrimage as a form of spiritual practice.
 
As Kirtan Minister:
Coordinates ISKCON’s Annual International World Holy Name Festival, a role he has fulfilled for 25 years.
Oversees LOK.STUDIO, the world headquarters of the ISKCON Kirtan Ministry in Pandharpur, Maharashtra. This state-of-the-art facility facilitates live streaming, audio, and video productions, amplifying the reach of Kirtan worldwide.
Performs with the Bhaktivedanta Band at Youth Festivals globally, inspiring a new generation of devotees through music.
Develops social media outreach through ISKCON Kirtan Ministry’s “Unfiltered Podcasts,” leveraging modern platforms to spread the message of Kirtan and Krishna consciousness to a broader audience.
 
As Padayatra Minister:
He draws from his early pilgrimage experiences through Europe (1991-1992) to guide ISKCON’s walking pilgrimages worldwide.
Promotes padayatra as a means of spiritual outreach and personal growth for devotees.
 
Other Significant Contributions
Vice-Chairman of the GBC Deputies, further solidifying his leadership within ISKCON.
Part of the team developing the Bhuvaikuntha Temple Project in Pandharpur, a 150 Crore ISKCON Temple project in Maharashtra’s spiritual heartland.
He holds a Bhakti Sastri Degree from the Mayapur Institute, demonstrating his deep understanding of Vedic scriptures.
Presents to corporate entities like Bajaj Allianz Insurance Company, bridging spiritual wisdom with professional practices.
 
Global Influence
Sri Krishna Chaitanya Swami’s influence extends across continents. He has traveled extensively, presenting Krishna consciousness in countries including the USA, Canada, various European nations, South America, Africa, Russia, India, Australia, Singapore, and Malaysia. His unique blend of musical talent, spiritual insight, and leadership skills makes him a truly global ambassador for ISKCON.
Sri Krishna Chaitanya Swami continues to inspire and guide devotees worldwide through his multifaceted roles, with a particular emphasis on kirtan and padayatra. His life exemplifies how devotional service, primarily through music and pilgrimage, can transform an individual and touch the lives of thousands across the globe. By embracing modern technologies and social media platforms, he ensures that the timeless message of Krishna consciousness reaches and resonates with contemporary audiences.

Srimad Bhagavatam Favorite Verses

Sri Krishna Chaitanya Swami

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