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Gaining a Deeper Understanding of Bhakti

In this class given in Boston on 12th July 2001, Śrīla Narasiṅgha Mahārāja speaks about the different types of guru and how one may have many gurus but only one mantra-guru. He then poses and answers the question, “What is the highest aspiration of a pure Vaiṣṇava?” and explains how that a connection to Śrīmatī Rādhārāṇī is made through guru, Vaiṣṇava, Nityānanda Prabhu and Mahāprabhu.
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Swami BG Narasingha

We are Slaves of Love

In this class on Śrīmad Bhāgavatam 5.9.33, given at Yamunā Devī’s āśrama in British Colombia on June 26th 2001, Swami B.G. Narasingha Mahārāja explains how a Vaiṣṇava is known by his aspiration, and not by his current condition. He describes how when a devotee tries to offer service, Kṛṣṇa leaves looks past any defect and only accepts his good intentions.
Author
Swami BG Narasingha

The Eternal Identity of Srila Prabhupada

In this talk given on 16th January 2000 in South India, Śrīla Narasiṅgha Mahārāja reads from his ‘Prabhupāda Līlā Smaraṇa Maṅgala Stotra’ and discusses the relationship between the prākṛta and aprākṛta-līlā of Śrī Guru - in particular, in relation to Śrīla A.C. Bhaktivedānta Swami Prabhupāda.
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Swami BG Narasingha

The Life of Sri Caitanya

In this talk given on 6th February 2000, Swami B.G.Narasingha speaks to a group of Śrī Vaiṣṇava brāhmaṇas at the Nambi Rāyār temple in Thirukkurungudi, Tamil Nadu, about the life of Śrī Caitanya Mahāprabhu.
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Swami BG Narasingha

Opening the Spiritual Eye

In this informal class given on Śrīla Bhaktisiddhānta Sarasvatī Ṭhākura’s appearance day in Querétaro, Mexico on February 28th 2016, Śrīla B.G Narasingha Maharaja speaks about the teachings of Sarasvatī Ṭhākura based upon an article by Śrīla Śrīdhara Mahārāja.
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Swami BG Narasingha

The Real Significance of Ekadasi

Why do we fast on Ekādaśī? Is it only because pāpa (sin) enters into grains on that day, or is it something deeper than that? In this talk given on February 19th 1982, Śrīla Śrīdhara Mahārāja explains the true significance of Ekādaśī as the day when Śrī Kṛṣṇa feels more necessity to enjoy. He also explains about the significance of Dvādaśī.
Author
Srila BR Sridhar Maharaja

The Inspired Vaiṣṇava

In this talk from February 15th 1982, Śrīla Śrīdhara Mahārāja explains how the guru is the direct āśraya-vigraha (shelter) for the disciple and how the disciple is primarily concerned with the guru’s aspect as an ‘inspired Vaiṣṇava.’
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Srila BR Sridhar Maharaja

Divine Competition

In this talk from 15th February 1982, Śrīla Śrīdhara Mahārāja explains how the guru is viewed according to rasa-vicāra (in consideration of his specific rasa). He goes on to explain how the different servitors of Kṛṣṇa are engaged in a harmonious "divine competition" in order to enhance their service to the Lord.
Author
Srila BR Sridhar Maharaja

A Competition of Dedication

Srila B.R. Sridhara Maharaja speaks about the nature of competition between different groups of servitors in the spiritual world which is only in the spirit of dedication.

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Srila BR Sridhar Maharaja

Kṛṣṇa - Autocrat, Despot, Liar!

In this talk from March 2nd 1982, Śrīla Śrīdhara Mahārāja explains how Kṛṣṇa is an autocrat, despot and liar, and how is simultaneously our ever well-wisher. He discusses how the Lord giving us free-will is not a defect on His part.
Author
Srila BR Sridhar Maharaja

How To Know Our Spiritual Progress

A short video from a lecture delivered by Swami B.G. Narasingha Maharaja on 25th January 2004 at Govindaji Gardens, Srirangapatna, India.

Author
Swami BG Narasingha

Three Stages of Krishna Bhakti

A short video from a lecture delivered by Swami B.G. Narasingha Maharaja on 25th January 2004 at Govindaji Gardens, Srirangapatna, India.

Author
Swami BG Narasingha