This is how we celebrate Janmastami in Sri Mayapur
Ever wondered how Sri Krishna Janmastami is celebrated in Sridham Mayapur, the spiritual headquarters of ISKCON? Ever had the good fortune to personally participate...
Honouring Srila Prabhupada, the crest jewel of all Gurus
Srila Prabhupada’s Vyasa-puja celebration is one of the most important festivals for every ISKCON devotee, because it is only due to the mercy of...
Lord Balarama – Understanding God’s elder brother
We know God is the one who created all of us. Fine, but then how come we hear that He has father, mother and...
Hundreds of thousands pull Lord Jagannath’s Chariot despite pouring rain
It has always been a weekful of joyous devotional activities around the world for those who understand who Lord Jagannath is! Knowing that not...
Did you know this about Akshaya Tritiya?
Generally known as a Hindu auspicious day, akshaya tritiya holds a much greater significance for the entire human society. Due to this, many great...
Sri Mayapur ISKCON celebrates His Holiness Jayapataka Swami’s 68th appearance day
ISKCON's Sri Mayapur center saw an unprecedented crowd in the temple on the 68th appearance day, called Vyas puja, celebration of His Holiness Jayapataka...
This one thing can save the world – Navadvipa mandala parikrama
Srila Bhaktivinoda Thakura wondered, “when will that day come when the fair-skinned foreigners will come to Sri Mayapur dham and join with the Bengali...
Welcome New Year 2017
As we step into the new year, we would like to thank you for your support during year 2016. Last year Mayapur Voice saw...
Why my heart went out to them this Diwali
As I was walking towards the temple to attend a special Diwali function, I noticed something unusual for this day. Diwali is known for...
Thanking Lord Dhanvantari, the Founder of Ayurveda, on Dhanteras
Diwali festival in India is a 5-day celebration starting from Dhanteras with every single day having its own significance. Out of this, on the...
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