The History of Govindaji

Speaker: Indradyumna Swami
Where: Jaipur, India, November 21, 2012

“The History of Govindaji.” Listen to the full story of how Govindaji went from Vrindavan to Jaipur several centuries ago. The pastime includes intrique, politics, battles, diplomacy and most important – the loving devotion of His devotees who safeguarded and protected Him all the way”.

“Our parikrama party of 240 devotees is in Jaipur for 3 days taking shelter of the lotus feet of Radha Govinda – the beloved deities of Srila Rupa Goswami. Sri Rupa prays:

“In a forest of desire trees known as Vrindavan is a golden mansion and in it’s midst is a jeweled throne at the place called yogapith. Seated thereupon is Sri Vrajendrananda, Sri Govindadeva, a veritable cupid incarnate. He is served there as King, bedecked with divine clothes, ornaments and other paraphernalia served incessantly by thousands of devotees. “

[Bhakti Rasamrta Sindhu] “

The Goal of Krsna consciousness

Speaker: His Holiness Indradyumna Swami
Verse: Srimad Bhagavatam – 1.8.19
Where: Poland, July 02, 2011
Essence: “It’s only by God’s grace that we will be granted spiritual eyes to see Him.”

The Power of Associating with Devotees

Speaker: His Holiness Indradyumna Swami
Where: Seattle, June 6, 2011
Essence: “Without the association and mercy of devotees we can’t take even one step forward in the process of Krsna consciousness.”

You are my Deity

Speaker: His Holiness Indradyumna Swami
Where: Vrindavana, November 19, 2010
Essence: In his offering to Tamal Krishna Goswami, Balarama Dasa said, “These days, all the devotees have their Deities. But Guru Maharaja, you were my Deity. You were be-all and end-all of my existence. How can I live now in your separation?”

Talk of the Town

Speaker: His Holiness Indradyumna Swami
Verse: Srimad Bhagavatam – 2.3.22
Where: Riga, Latvia, June 11, 2009
Essence: “It is not surprising when the brahmanas become enlightened. But, if demoniac personalities like Jagai and Madhai get delivered then it is big news up in the heavenly planets.”

You are not a Statue

Speaker: His Holiness Indradyumna Swami
Verse: Srimad Bhagavatam – 2.3.22
Where: St. Petersburg, Russia, May 30, 2009
Essence: When taking the darsan of the Deity in the Temple, neophyte devotees become restless after a few minutes. However, advanced devotees think “It took me a million lives to get here. I am not going anywhere.”

One Essential Instruction

Speaker: His Holiness Indradyumna Swami
Verse: Srimad Bhagavatam – 2.3.22
Where: St. Petersburg, Russia, May 29, 2009
Essence: “The darsan of the Deity of the Lord who is worshipped very nicely and dressed with beautiful ornaments is more attractive than anything else in this world.”