Bhagavad-gita 9.22

07 Aug 2026 evening – The Supremacy of Bhakti Over Jnana (English) – Alto Paraiso, Brazil

Bhakti Cakora Ashram – Many people postpone spiritual practice, grow old without practicing sadhana, and end up feeling regret for having wasted their lives. – In old age, it is common to reflect on what has been done and realize that material achievements do not last forever. – True comfort comes from spiritual life, and not just from material achievements and possessions. – The example of the dog teaches loyalty to the master, responsibility, and care for what has been...

19 Mar 2026 evening – The Power of the Holy Names (Bengali) – Kashinagar, India

– Srimad Bhagavatam is immense, encompassing all themes of life. – When bhakti manifests in the devotee’s heart, he develops anuraga for Krishna. – The difference between the humility of Shivaji’s temples and the opulent blessings his devotees receive. – Lila of Shiva, the asura devotee who tried to kill Shiva with the blessing he received from him, and Lord Vishnu. – The difference between worship done with hypocrisy and worship done with sincerity...

19 Mar 2026 evening – The Power of the Holy Names (English translation) – Kashinagar, India

– Srimad Bhagavatam is immense, encompassing all themes of life. – When bhakti manifests in the devotee’s heart, he develops anuraga for Krishna. – The difference between the humility of Shivaji’s temples and the opulent blessings his devotees receive. – Lila of Shiva, the asura devotee who tried to kill Shiva with the blessing he received from him, and Lord Vishnu. – The difference between worship done with hypocrisy and worship done with sincerity...

18 Feb 2026 morning – The Glorification of Prabhasa Prabhu and His Family (Bengali) – Canning, West Bengal, India | Srila BV Vana Maharaja

Verse: ananyāś cintayanto māṁ… (BG 9.22). Glorifying a Bengal family of Prabhasa Prabhu who are one-pointed to Guru and Krishna. “They are so humble, they live many years in one and the same bamboo hut even if it is cold outside. Whatever they have, they give to service. I have never seen a house like theirs. They never make repairs because all their money they give to service.” Comparison of this family to Sudama Vipra. Verse: bhakta-pada-dhūli āra bhakta-pada-jalai… (CC Antya 16.60) Sudama...

18 Feb 2026 morning – The Glorification of Prabhasa Prabhu and His Family (English translation) – Canning, West Bengal, India

Verse: ananyāś cintayanto māṁ… (BG 9.22). Glorifying a Bengal family of Prabhasa Prabhu who are one-pointed to Guru and Krishna. “They are so humble, they live many years in one and the same bamboo hut even if it is cold outside. Whatever they have, they give to service. I have never seen a house like theirs. They never make repairs because all their money they give to service.” Comparison of this family to Sudama Vipra. Verse: bhakta-pada-dhūli āra bhakta-pada-jalai… (CC Antya 16.60) Sudama...

14 Jan 2026 midday – Makara-sankranti (English) – Pipa, Brazil | Srila BV Vana Maharaja

– Today is Makara Sankranti, when the sun enters the sign of Capricorn. – This festival brings us blessings. We just need to follow it properly. – There are daivas (devotees) and adaivas/asuras (non-devotees) in this world. – Story: A test was arranged for the demigods and the demons, in which they had to feed themselves without bending their arms. – Ganesha gives riddhi and siddhi, which he takes from Krishna. – Krishna promises to provide for those who are...