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Over five thousand years ago, Krishna spoke the Bhagavad-gita to Arjuna, discussing the fundamental principles of life. The Gita lucidly explains the nature of consciousness, the self and the universe. It contains both the essence of India’s spiritual wisdom and the answers to questions that have been posed by philosophers for centuries. Today, that same Bhagavad-gita has been translated to …

H.G. Vaisesika Prabhu and Nirakula Mataji arrive next week and below is their detailed schedule. Please try your best to come to as many programs as you can. Also please help spread the word! Friday, Dec 12th to Monday Dec 15th7:30 am – 9:00 am – Srimad Bhagavatam ClassesGrow by Giving: Book Distribution is High Sadhana Friday Dec 12th – …

Learn to be a lifesaver!  On Saturday, November 8, 2014 from 2:00pm to 6:00pm, the Hare Krishna Temple will be hosting St. John’s Ambulance who will be conducting a CPR  a program that is suitable for anyone interested in learning or refreshing their knowledge of CPR. Students will Learn:–  how to activate Emergency Medical Services–  provide assistance to an adult …

The Hare Krishna Temple warmly invites one and all to join us for a reflective evening as we observe Srila Prabhupada’s Disappearance Day on Monday, October 27th, from 6pm to 9pm. On this day, we reflect on the remarkable life of Srila Prabhupada, the founder of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) on the anniversary of his passing (known …

The Toronto Hare Krishna Centre would like to wish everyone a very happy Diwali! As promised, this weekend is full of many activities to keep you spiritually charged throughout this month of Kartik. Festivities will continue on Sunday, October 26th with 6 hour of non-stop kirtan! The kirtan will kick off right at 12:00pm and end with a grand finale …

This next several days at Toronto’s Hare Krishna Centre are incredibly busy with the festival season upon us! Festivities start off this Friday, October 24th with s HUGE Govardhana Puja and Diwali Celebration, starting at 6:00pm.  Diwali is a grand festival celebrated across the world and stems back to ancient times when inhabitants of Ayodhya celebrated the joyous return of …

There are many places of pilgrimage for Krishna devotees, especially in India. Devotees visit them to become inspired in their spiritual lives. Devotees of Krishna observe the appearance of Radha Kunda, also known as Bahulashtami. This Wednesday, October 15, 2014 the Hare Krishna Centre will be celebrating this auspicious occasion beginning at 6:00pm and will include kirtan and a wonderful discourse. …

Kartika-masa, also known as Damodar-masa, in accordance with Vaishnava calendars, is described in the scriptures as the best among months, for performing austerities for spiritual advancement. This year this auspicious month falls between October 8th and November 6th. Lord Sri Krishna says, “Of all plants, the sacred Tulasi is most dear to Me, of all months, Kartika is most dear, of all places …

Diwali, also known as “festival of lights” (23rd of October), spiritually signifies the defeat of darkness / ignorance over light / knowledge. It is merely two weeks away and as is tradition, gifts (usually sweets) are exchanged amongst friends and family.Gopinath’s Delights has been serving you (on Diwali and Christmas) since 2011. We’re now back- with more variety- and are pleased …

In Sri Dham Mayapur, the largest temple in the world is presently being erected, the Sri Mayapur Chandrodaya Mandir – Temple of the Vedic Planetarium or “TOVP” for short. Our Founder Acharya, Srila Prabhupada stated, “Now you all together make this Vedic Planetarium very nice, so that people will come and see. From the description in the Srimad Bhagavatam you …