Because it is food which is offered first to lord krishna, it is considered spiritual and sacred, and. Here we will put all kinds of inspirational material, that will get even a dead man fired up to distribute. Book distribution is the hare krishnas most important activity. Akola, nizamabad, jagtial, kama reddy, khammam, bodhan, mehaboob nagar, etc. Inspiration do you want to want to do book distribution. Some paint a dire picture of the state of book distribution today. Bhaktivedanta swami srila prabhupada, iskcons founderacarya, wrote more than 70 books, mostly translations with commentary of vedic scriptures rendered into english. How performing book distribution is high sadhana, and instills a taste for hearing and chanting. Heeding to prabhupada plea, iskcon devotees around the world were inspired to expand that original effort into a global network.
This book distribution was my guru maharajas purpose. However, it does require resources for us to do so. The following is a selection of quotes from srila prabhupada on the importance of distributing his transcendental books. Iskcon book distribution good to read great to gift. The term hare krishna, or the hare krishna movement organization, formally the international society for krishna consciousness iskcon, is the orthodox core of hinduism. This year as part of srila prabhupada book distribution marathon we, devotees from iskcon pune, are organizing value empowerment contest, based on bhagavadgita as it is, in different parts of telangana and maharashtra like. Its focus is on publishing classic vaishnava texts, epics, and contemporary works on the philosophy, theology and culture of bhaktiyoga. Srila prabhupada has a solution for this society and he wants you to distribute his books. Book distribution spiritual quotes by iskcon desire tree. Gone are the days when book distribution was limited to fulltime street sankirtana. An inspirational video for the 2017 prabhupada marathon. Its core beliefs are based on the hindu scriptures, particularly the bhagavad.
The iskcon 5050 campaign how to make it work individually and collectively the following tips may assist you in fulfilling your goal of distributing 50 transcendental books during iskcon s 50th anniversary year, 2016. The mission of this website is to increase the number of people who have been blessed by reading srila prabhupadas books. The bbt especially emphasizes the works of the gaudiyavaishnava tradition. I am very glad to hear the book distribution is increasing. This section is dedicated to encourage you to distribute srila prabhupadas mercy in the form of book distribution. Online spiritual and transcendental knowledge books shopping india buy bhagavad gita as it is, srimadbhagavatam, sri caitany. Book distribution to colleges, libraries and universities. One day when we were going to distribute srila prabhupadas books we had to board iskcon book distribution vehicle and we left the temple by 9. Part 3 of a seminar given to the book distributors of iskcon juhu on october 6, 2016. The directory is only visible to logged in members. Srila prabhupda book marathon in telangana and maharashtra 2016.
Lord chaitanya mahaprabhu 14861532 popularized the movement all over. Srila prabhupadas books have changed hundreds of thousands of lives in a very positive way. Torontos goodwill ambassadors put the fun in book distribution by. Giving free books is very very very easy but when you give something for free the person does not value it, and usually will not read it. Door to door monthly sankirtan festival msf selling full sets smart box smart table.
Book changes 55 book distribution 31 books by devotees 2 books by srila prabhupada 83 brahma 3 brahmasamhita 6 brahmastra weapon 1 brahmotsavam 1 buddha 6 caaitanyacaritamrta 34 caitanya mahaprabhu 58 calamity 1 care for cows 3 changing bodies 1 chanting 7 chanting hare krishna 101 chapter a day 4 child. Ask local health food shops if they will display and sell books. Dec 09, 2008 but with the eighties came a sharp decline as the focus shifted from book distribution to selling stickers and paintings. Books on the hare krishna movement, iskcon and srila prabhupada. Whenever i get report of my book selling i feel strength. The publishing arm of iskcon, the bhaktivedanta book trust bbt, was established in 1972. Our sole objective is to assist devotees in their krishna consciousness. Book distribution simple at heart news from klang valley. Bhaktivedanta swami prabhupada, the bhaktivedanta book trust bbt is the worlds largest publisher of ancient and classic vaishnava texts, epics, and contemporary works. All the book distributors will go back to godhead simple.
How can one distribute srila prabhupada jis books on streets. Iskcon is built on books by bhakti purshottam swami. Every temple is independent, that is every temple is selfresponsible for raising funds. International society for krishna consciousness wikipedia. Devotees go out in severe cold, intense heat and monsoon. Stories of iskcon book distribution 1 chant hare krishna. Srila prabhupada used to stress a lot on book distribution. The funds gathered is used in buying cooking materials for p. Tips for book distribution by amarendra dasa youtube. Here you will find informative articles, drawn from the best the web has to offer and selected for relevance to iskcons online mission. Videos related to book distribution for more information on book distribution, kindly visit. Practical tips for book distribution vaisesika prabhu youtube.
Now is the time to distribute the peace formula and srila prabhupadas books. Akola, nizamabad, jagtial, kama reddy, khammam, bodhan, mehaboob. Autobiography of an american swami by radhanath swami, chasing rhinos with the swami volume 1 by shyamasunda. Regarding book sales figures, please endeavor in this way. You should know that in this work your have krishnas blessings. As times change, theres a flood of innovative, cuttingedge book distribution techniques that use the diverse skills and backgrounds of a wide variety of devotees. Torontos goodwill ambassadors put the fun in book distribution.
Here you will find book distribution stories, quotes, videos, audio, images, etc. But with the eighties came a sharp decline as the focus shifted from book distribution to selling stickers and paintings. Consequently, iskcon new delhi has developed a multifaceted approach to distributing srila prabhupadas books. The distribution of iskcon founder srila prabhupadas books has seen a major resurgence in north america in recent years. C, is dedicated to book distribution and preaches strongly about it. But things in the 21st century are far more positive than naysayers.
We earnestly request you make a monetary contribution to this noble cause. The iskcon krishna consciousness handbook 1970 pdf download. Here you can read about all the reasons why we distribute books and why everyone should be connected with this endeavour in any way possible. Always keep a small book in your purse, bag, or backpack. One of the most valuable contributions of iskcon in society today are the books explaining the highest and most sublime philosophy in most simple words that provides practical solution to all problems at all levels. Take a look around, learn cuttingedge strategies, gain insight from veteran devotees, and drop us a note with your thoughts wed love to hear from you. The four laws of book distribution proven principles guaranteed to improve, and increase your book. Lay a blanket on the grass in the local park, with books on top, and sing kirtans to attract people. Whenever i ger report of my books selling, i feel strength. Book distribution vaisesika prabhu how to sell a bhagavad gita on its own merits duration. Oct 08, 2018 srila prabhupada inherited the mission to distribute books on krishna consciousness from his spiritual master, and passed it on to his disciples. This is the first annual edition of the krishna consciousness handbook. Before departing for america in 1965, with little financial support he began translating and publishing the srimadbhagavatam, a monumental work about god and his devotees.
Sell them to the libraries, sell them to the iskcon temples. The sankirtan department at iskcon vrindavan has buses that go all over to distribute srila pranbhupadas books. Srila bhaktivinoda thakura, who was named kedarnath datta by his father, was born on 2nd september 1838 in biranagara ulagrama in the district of nadia. Free books to encourage distribution to the peace movement. Jul 07, 2015 in iskcon there is no collective fundraising. Book distribution this section is dedicated to encourage you to distribute srila prabhupadas mercy in the form of book distribution. Gyana daan the basis of any culture is its philosophy. This was the order given to him by his spiritual master srila bhaktsiddhanta sarasvati thakur and srila. Bhaktivedanta book trust founded in 1972 by his divine grace a. Very good tips can try one or few or all down to earth book distribution book distribution simplified here are 42 easy ways to help distribute more books. Iskcon books distribution srila prabhupada home facebook. Elevate your consciousness to the spiritual platform with these transcendental books and become completely free from all anxiety and suffering. Srila prabhupada initiates book distribution with powerful determination, srila prabhupada acted on his gurus ideas for printing and distributing books.
Books for the soul source for transendental book distribution. Working and traveling in the 12year period from early 1966 until late 1977, his divine grace a. We hope this website will inspire you to do what was very pleasing to his divine grace srila prabhupada book distribution. When i hear that my books are selling so nicely, i become energetic like a young man.
Dec 12, 20 the distribution of iskcon founder srila prabhupadas spiritual books has seen a major resurgence in north america in recent years. The foremost reason is that hh gopal krsna maharaja, their spiritual leader and g. Srila prabhupadas main mission was the printing and distribution of his transcendental books. This was the order given to him by his spiritual master srila bhaktsiddhanta sarasvati thakur and srila prabhupada took this order, if you get money.
Initially all groups are displayed to all members, but a group owner can configure a group to be hidden from the directory. It was registered in the west in new york in july 1966, but dates back over 5000 years. The international society for krishna consciousness iskcon, known colloquially as the hare krishna movement or hare krishnas, is a gaudiya vaishnava hindu religious organisation. Books to enrich your life the bhaktivedanta book trust bbt was founded in 1972 by his divine grace a. In short, you will learn of the importance srila prabhupada placed on book distribution for our iskcon.
Madhava smullen on march 5, 2010 when iskcons governing body comissioner for canada, bhakti marg swami, invited vaisesika dasa to help revive the culture of distributing srila prabhupadas books at the societys toronto temple, he knew it would have an impact on the. He said that i have got so many temples and now in calcutta i have got a marble temple, but i would have wished that if by selling marbles i could publish and distribute books. Iskcon onlines primary purpose is to create an association of interested devotees who will improve the quality, relevance and relatability of iskcons presence on the internet. Bhaktivedanta swami prabhupada, bbt, bhagavadgita as it is, bhaktivedanta book trust, book changes, book changes issue, change disease. Understand the ancient philosophy of india, the vedas, and become liberated and free from anxiety and suffering with these easy to understand comprehensive translations and commentaries on the original sanskrit texts by srila prabhupada, the founderacharaya of iskcon, the hare krishna movement. Bhaktivedanta swami prabhupada and is now becoming firmly established, with centers in thirty major cities around. Book sales suffered further over the years, as many inspirational leaders left iskcon. Facebook is showing information to help you better understand the purpose of a page. Book distribution sri sri radha madan gopal temple iskcon.
Bhaktivedanta swami prabhupada, the bhaktivedanta book trust bbt is the worlds largest publisher of ancient and classic vaishnava texts, epics, and contemporary works on the philosophy, theology and culture of bhakti yoga. If he buys one book his life may be turned, that is the best preaching work. How book distribution is literary kirtan, and perfectly links one to the yugadharma. Ask at a local import shops or new age shops if they will display and sell books. The international society for krishna consciousness iskcon was founded in 1966 by his divine grace a.
The iskcon krishna consciousness handbook 1970 pdf. Its core beliefs are based on the hindu scriptures, particularly the bhagavad gita and the. In the 1970s, iskcon expanded its vision of prasad distribution and developed the food for life program to. Each temple gathers its own funds and then uses it. Srila prabhupada inherited the mission to distribute books on krishna consciousness from his spiritual master, and passed it on to his disciples. Book distribution every year we organize several exhibitions of valuable books in various organizations, which are based on our rich and diverse culture, promoting human values to combat the evils and vices of the present civilization thereby benefitting the masses, organizations and corporate houses.
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