renunciation: difference between atmarama (self-satisfied souls) and aptakama (those whose desires are fulfilled)

10 May 2026 morning – The Power of the Pure Holy Name (English) – Igualada, Spain | Srila BV Vana Maharaja

Difference between atmarama and aptakama: atmarama is the one who is renounced and satisfied within (Shukadeva Gosvami) and aptakama is the one who lives in a family but is renounced (Janaka Maharaja). When we offer everything to Krishna, we become free from all sins. The symptom of brahma-jnana is having no attachment to anything, and the heart never melts. If brahma-jnanis obtain sadhu-sanga (association with the saint), their hearts will be transformed. Everything transforms when we obtain...