International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON)
Founder Acharya: HDG A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Srila Prabhupada
“Do not manufacture anything. Following the standard method and you will be successful.”
— Srila Prabhupada
Lecture on Srimad Bhagavatam 1.1.1, August 18, 1971
Timeless Guidance for the Modern Age
Words of wisdom from His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Srila Prabhupada — divine instructions that guide us on the path of loving devotion to Lord Krishna.
“Chant the Hare Krishna mantra and your life will be sublime. This maha-mantra is the easiest way to revive our original Krishna consciousness.”
The Science of Self-Realization
“The highest perfection of life is to develop love of God, Krishna. Not our material position, but our service to the Supreme Lord is the real success of life.”
Teachings of Lord Kapila
“Simply try to understand Krishna and then chant His holy names. Everything will be solved if you take to this simple process of devotional service.”
Lecture on Bhagavad-gita
“Never think yourself independent of Krishna. As part and parcel of Krishna, your eternal duty is to serve Him with love and faith.”
Bhagavad-gita As It Is
“A Vaishnava is one who fully surrenders to Krishna and engages everything in His service. This is the standard by which we must all live.”
The Nectar of Devotion
“Krishna consciousness is not a matter of sentiment. It is a science, taught authoritatively by the spiritual master, and we must follow it strictly.”
Srimad Bhagavatam Class