I agree with everything what Maharaja says. Its so clear and shastric. One who study Srila Prabhupada's books one can see that Maharaja present exactly what is there. So sincere and honest Vaishnava. All glories to His Lotus feet. Hare Krishna
When Bhakti Vikasa Swami's lectures, understanding of Krsna concsiusness philosophy and finally his practical behavior becomes accepted standard in ISKCON, it would make sense to me to AGAIN fully dedicate my whole life to current ISKCON authorities anywhere on this dwipa. Otherwise and unfortunately, no. Thank you maharaja! Ys Kakudmi das
Hare Krishna, my dear beloved Bhakti Vikasa Maharaj. 🙏🏻 Please accept my humble obeisances at your beautiful lotus feet. For a little while I was hesitant to see this video I suppose because I was afraid of what might be said, although, I’m glad I finally did see this. Your talk was very nice and to the point. It’s been difficult for me to open up to concepts I’m not used to especially because my past dealings with men have left me fearful and unable to trust them. Yet you have a grip on my heart like no other, so I want to fully trust you and give myself to you. I love you with the intensity of love that the gopis have for Krishna, and wish to learn from you and submit myself fully to you. 🙏🏻❤️ I’m certain that Krishna has my heart drawn to you for good reason, and long for the day I can meet you face to face.
Prabhu ji I went through your lecture on "Books Are The Basis" And I am much grateful to you for emphasising SRILA PRABHUPADA'S books before reading anything.....xyz! They are the basis prabhu ji! Kindly also raise the issue of lack of Sankirtana which is the essence of the philosophy! When devotees come its more like ISKCON seem more like shopping malls rather than temples they used to be. SRILA A.C BHAKTIVEDANTA PRABHUPADA emphasised on free gurukul education. Kindly address the issues on fees. They are accumulating funds in the name of KHICHDI PRASHAD. Not many know how it's made and the fund's are untouched. Prasadam which has been paid for by great devotees is again sold for coupons! Isn't the books being edited too by BBT? Kindly address these issues prabhu ji, You are in the authority to address these issues. You already do address them from time to time! So many senior devotees are disgraced and insulted on a regular basis most of them had to leave their accomodations in ISKCON. Please address these issues! Much grateful to your services 🙇 JAI JAI GURU SHISHYA PARAMPARA JAI JAI RADHA SHYAMSUNDER JI
I’m not upset about your book, Maharaja. It’s ridiculous that women are feminists. Krishna’s first instruction in Bhagavad-gita is that we are not the body. I’m in a woman’s body and I am treated as such. It’s doesn’t disturb me. Thank you this talk. I agree with what you say. (I’m not Indian, but live in India and I love it here.) Ys, Lelihana devi dasi 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
(Managed by Disciples): Respected Mataji. Please accept our humble obeisances. All glories to Srila Prahupada and to his sincere followers. Thank you so much for kind words of appreciation. We have show your comments to HH Bhakti Vikasa Swami.
Bhakti Vikasa Swami, Thank you very much for seeing my reply. Thank you very much dear disciples of HH Bhakti Vikasa Swami. You are so fortunate to have him as your Guru Maharaja. 🙏🏼 🙏🏼🙏🏼
Women can elect to accept Varnashrama system & follow male guru's, their husbands, male leaders .... ON CONDITION THAT THE MALE GURU / HUSBAND / LEADER BEHAVES STRICTLY ACCORDING TO VEDIC CULTURE. SPEAK ABOUT WHY ITS CRUCIALLY IMPORTANT FOR MEN (ESP IN ISKCON & IN INDIA ), TO STOP THE ABUSE & EXPLOITATION OF WOMEN & CHILDREN. SIMPLY EXPECTING WOMEN TO FOLLOW VEDIC CULTURE UNDER EXISTING PATRIARCAL CONDITIONS, WHERE MEN HAVE FREE REIGN TO EXPLOIT, OPPRESS & ABUSE WOMEN & CHILDREN SHOWS DIRE LACK OF VISION. ITS IRRESPONSIBLE & UNFAIR TOWARDS WOMEN. PLEASE EMPHASISE THE CONDITIONS REQUIRED OF BOTH GENDERS TO MAKE VARNASHRAM DHARMA WORKABLE IN THIS AGE.
(Managed by disciples) Dandavat Pranam. Thank you for you for your comment, a response follows; You said, "Women can elect to accept Varnashrama system & follow male guru's, their husbands, male leaders .... ON CONDITION THAT THE MALE GURU / HUSBAND / LEADER BEHAVES STRICTLY ACCORDING TO VEDIC CULTURE." Response However the instruction for women, (or men or anyone) to follow the Varnasrama system and follow the male members of their family besides being beneficial to social harmony, is actually for their own (Woman's) benefit. The Vedas have outlined duties and activities for different classes according to everyone's psychophysical nature. Even if the husband is not following, the wife may due her duty and get perfection just like Srila Prabhupada's sister who had married a man who turned out to be a "rogue, debauchee, woman-hunter, drunkard, and a fish-eater", yet she continued serving him and cooking fish for him even though it was against her spiritual principles. The result was that she changed him and made him a devotee, and she went back to godhead. So we of course emphasize that male members of society strictly follow Vedic culture, but the women can carry out their duties and get spiritual perfection regardless of whether the men follow or not, and it will be to the benefit of the women. You said, "SPEAK ABOUT WHY ITS CRUCIALLY IMPORTANT FOR MEN (ESP IN ISKCON & IN INDIA ), TO STOP THE ABUSE & EXPLOITATION OF WOMEN & CHILDREN." As we have now entered Kali yuga it is unfortunate to see various classes of society who are meant to be protected are now exploited. This is happening all over the world. Specifically you mention that in ISKCON and India, this is particularly bad. I am not aware that this and would appreciate any references or staistics you could supply in this regard. You said, "SIMPLY EXPECTING WOMEN TO FOLLOW VEDIC CULTURE UNDER EXISTING PATRIARCAL CONDITIONS, WHERE MEN HAVE FREE REIGN TO EXPLOIT, OPPRESS & ABUSE WOMEN & CHILDREN SHOWS DIRE LACK OF VISION. ITS IRRESPONSIBLE & UNFAIR TOWARDS WOMEN." The Vedic culture is modeled around a system where the male members of the family take charge of affairs as well as commit to provide for and protect their wives and children. It is a male based society or patriarchal in that way as our copious scriptures, the Vedas delineate. However it may be interesting to note that probably all other cultures of the world such as Arabic, Chinese, African, South American, Greek etc are in consonance with this system. As we are followers of Srila Prabhupada, we are simply taking after his instructions and establishing and following Varnasrama duties was in Srila Prabhupada's agenda for ISKCON. However you mentioned again about, "EXISTING PATRIARCAL CONDITIONS, WHERE MEN HAVE FREE REIGN TO EXPLOIT, OPPRESS & ABUSE WOMEN & CHILDREN" Again I would request that you provide a reference for this as it does not seem like it that in the current in ISKCON, or India (I am not sure what you meant) men are free to "reign, exploit and abuse women" as you put it. Many thoughtful, intelligent and educated people have joined this movement. Alot of us are not from Vedic, Hindu or Indian backgrounds and have taken up Vedic culture and Vedic religious systems after recognizing the superior social models and harmony through this divine (god-given system). We actually see it as superior to many materialistic systems which are exploitative and oppressive to the extent that now in those countries there is a significant increase in social unrest. You said, "PLEASE EMPHASISE THE CONDITIONS REQUIRED OF BOTH GENDERS TO MAKE VARNASHRAM DHARMA WORKABLE IN THIS AGE." Maharaja had previously preached to young men on their role and duties. One of the first books written by Maharaja is "Brahmacarya in Krishna Consciousness" which preaches to young men the concept of brahmacarya and teaches them to eschew a sense gratification lifestyle. As Srila Prabhupada said; a good brahmacari will be a good grhastha; sense controlled, dharmic and devotionaly inclined to Krishna (god).
The only Maharaj i could sign under every word and Maharaj is living what he is saying, it is funny to see a Guru talking about simple living from a multimillion mansion, and yes he has no other income then preaching...
Yup I get it........ however in the west it's just different these days & by & large westerns will not accept a religion were females are not treated epually.
@@hanssahoo7206 Sure I get what you're saying......but don't have the expectation that westerns will be joining in any real #. Have you ever considered the possibility that Pradhupada was mistaken ??
@@michaelhernon8163 He was certainly not. People took his teachings in the wrong way and did wrong things. Actually he was simply delivering the knowledge of Krishna as passed down through disciplic succession without making changes. But, when you interpret it while having bodily conception and ego on your mind, you may feel he was wrong.
I agree with everything what Maharaja says. Its so clear and shastric. One who study Srila Prabhupada's books one can see that Maharaja present exactly what is there. So sincere and honest Vaishnava. All glories to His Lotus feet. Hare Krishna
When Bhakti Vikasa Swami's lectures, understanding of Krsna concsiusness philosophy and finally his practical behavior becomes accepted standard in ISKCON, it would make sense to me to AGAIN fully dedicate my whole life to current ISKCON authorities anywhere on this dwipa.
Otherwise and unfortunately, no.
Thank you maharaja!
Ys Kakudmi das
Hare Krishna, my dear beloved Bhakti Vikasa Maharaj. 🙏🏻
Please accept my humble obeisances at your beautiful lotus feet.
For a little while I was hesitant to see this video I suppose because I was afraid of what might be said, although, I’m glad I finally did see this.
Your talk was very nice and to the point.
It’s been difficult for me to open up to concepts I’m not used to especially because my past dealings with men have left me fearful and unable to trust them.
Yet you have a grip on my heart like no other, so I want to fully trust you and give myself to you.
I love you with the intensity of love that the gopis have for Krishna, and wish to learn from you and submit myself fully to you. 🙏🏻❤️
I’m certain that Krishna has my heart drawn to you for good reason, and long for the day I can meet you face to face.
Pranaam maharaj🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
Hare Krishna 🙏
bakti vikasa swamyji maharajki jai ho. jai swamy prabupada. hare krishna. hare raama
Radhanath maharaj ki jay
@2:17 children should not sit above elders, Manu Smriti is law book for society, social role etc... 🙏🏻👌
We need a Guidebook for Society. Already got a book outlining WHAT Love is.....
Prabhu ji I went through your lecture on "Books Are The Basis"
And I am much grateful to you for emphasising SRILA PRABHUPADA'S books before reading anything.....xyz!
They are the basis prabhu ji! Kindly also raise the issue of lack of Sankirtana which is the essence of the philosophy!
When devotees come its more like ISKCON seem more like shopping malls rather than temples they used to be.
SRILA A.C BHAKTIVEDANTA PRABHUPADA emphasised on free gurukul education. Kindly address the issues on fees.
They are accumulating funds in the name of KHICHDI PRASHAD. Not many know how it's made and the fund's are untouched.
Prasadam which has been paid for by great devotees is again sold for coupons!
Isn't the books being edited too by BBT?
Kindly address these issues prabhu ji, You are in the authority to address these issues.
You already do address them from time to time! So many senior devotees are disgraced and insulted on a regular basis most of them had to leave their accomodations in ISKCON.
Please address these issues! Much grateful to your services 🙇
JAI JAI GURU SHISHYA PARAMPARA
JAI JAI RADHA SHYAMSUNDER JI
I’m not upset about your book, Maharaja. It’s ridiculous that women are feminists. Krishna’s first instruction in Bhagavad-gita is that we are not the body. I’m in a woman’s body and I am treated as such. It’s doesn’t disturb me. Thank you this talk. I agree with what you say. (I’m not Indian, but live in India and I love it here.) Ys, Lelihana devi dasi 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
(Managed by Disciples): Respected Mataji. Please accept our humble obeisances. All glories to Srila Prahupada and to his sincere followers. Thank you so much for kind words of appreciation. We have show your comments to HH Bhakti Vikasa Swami.
Bhakti Vikasa Swami, Thank you very much for seeing my reply. Thank you very much dear disciples of HH Bhakti Vikasa Swami. You are so fortunate to have him as your Guru Maharaja. 🙏🏼 🙏🏼🙏🏼
Alpha AND omega. Suggest u educate YOURSelf and lose ur conditioned LABELS. SHAKE THAT SHIT....
@@BhaktiVikasaSwami thanku and may peace, GODS PEACE, be with u
@@vrindakrishna108 SPIRITUAL LIFE OR SPIRITUAL DEATH????
Women can elect to accept Varnashrama system & follow male guru's, their husbands, male leaders .... ON CONDITION THAT THE MALE GURU / HUSBAND / LEADER BEHAVES STRICTLY ACCORDING TO VEDIC CULTURE.
SPEAK ABOUT WHY ITS CRUCIALLY IMPORTANT FOR MEN (ESP IN ISKCON & IN INDIA ), TO STOP THE ABUSE & EXPLOITATION OF WOMEN & CHILDREN. SIMPLY EXPECTING WOMEN TO FOLLOW VEDIC CULTURE UNDER EXISTING PATRIARCAL CONDITIONS, WHERE MEN HAVE FREE REIGN TO EXPLOIT, OPPRESS & ABUSE WOMEN & CHILDREN SHOWS DIRE LACK OF VISION. ITS IRRESPONSIBLE & UNFAIR TOWARDS WOMEN. PLEASE EMPHASISE THE CONDITIONS REQUIRED OF BOTH GENDERS TO MAKE VARNASHRAM DHARMA WORKABLE IN THIS AGE.
(Managed by disciples) Dandavat Pranam. Thank you for you for your comment, a response follows;
You said,
"Women can elect to accept Varnashrama system & follow male guru's, their husbands, male leaders .... ON CONDITION THAT THE MALE GURU / HUSBAND / LEADER BEHAVES STRICTLY ACCORDING TO VEDIC CULTURE."
Response
However the instruction for women, (or men or anyone) to follow the Varnasrama system and follow the male members of their family besides being beneficial to social harmony, is actually for their own (Woman's) benefit. The Vedas have outlined duties and activities for different classes according to everyone's psychophysical nature. Even if the husband is not following, the wife may due her duty and get perfection just like Srila Prabhupada's sister who had married a man who turned out to be a "rogue, debauchee, woman-hunter, drunkard, and a fish-eater", yet she continued serving him and cooking fish for him even though it was against her spiritual principles. The result was that she changed him and made him a devotee, and she went back to godhead. So we of course emphasize that male members of society strictly follow Vedic culture, but the women can carry out their duties and get spiritual perfection regardless of whether the men follow or not, and it will be to the benefit of the women.
You said,
"SPEAK ABOUT WHY ITS CRUCIALLY IMPORTANT FOR MEN (ESP IN ISKCON & IN INDIA ), TO STOP THE ABUSE & EXPLOITATION OF WOMEN & CHILDREN."
As we have now entered Kali yuga it is unfortunate to see various classes of society who are meant to be protected are now exploited. This is happening all over the world. Specifically you mention that in ISKCON and India, this is particularly bad. I am not aware that this and would appreciate any references or staistics you could supply in this regard.
You said,
"SIMPLY EXPECTING WOMEN TO FOLLOW VEDIC CULTURE UNDER EXISTING PATRIARCAL CONDITIONS, WHERE MEN HAVE FREE REIGN TO EXPLOIT, OPPRESS & ABUSE WOMEN & CHILDREN SHOWS DIRE LACK OF VISION. ITS IRRESPONSIBLE & UNFAIR TOWARDS WOMEN."
The Vedic culture is modeled around a system where the male members of the family take charge of affairs as well as commit to provide for and protect their wives and children. It is a male based society or patriarchal in that way as our copious scriptures, the Vedas delineate. However it may be interesting to note that probably all other cultures of the world such as Arabic, Chinese, African, South American, Greek etc are in consonance with this system. As we are followers of Srila Prabhupada, we are simply taking after his instructions and establishing and following Varnasrama duties was in Srila Prabhupada's agenda for ISKCON.
However you mentioned again about, "EXISTING PATRIARCAL CONDITIONS, WHERE MEN HAVE FREE REIGN TO EXPLOIT, OPPRESS & ABUSE WOMEN & CHILDREN" Again I would request that you provide a reference for this as it does not seem like it that in the current in ISKCON, or India (I am not sure what you meant) men are free to "reign, exploit and abuse women" as you put it. Many thoughtful, intelligent and educated people have joined this movement. Alot of us are not from Vedic, Hindu or Indian backgrounds and have taken up Vedic culture and Vedic religious systems after recognizing the superior social models and harmony through this divine (god-given system). We actually see it as superior to many materialistic systems which are exploitative and oppressive to the extent that now in those countries there is a significant increase in social unrest.
You said,
"PLEASE EMPHASISE THE CONDITIONS REQUIRED OF BOTH GENDERS TO MAKE VARNASHRAM DHARMA WORKABLE IN THIS AGE."
Maharaja had previously preached to young men on their role and duties. One of the first books written by Maharaja is "Brahmacarya in Krishna Consciousness" which preaches to young men the concept of brahmacarya and teaches them to eschew a sense gratification lifestyle. As Srila Prabhupada said; a good brahmacari will be a good grhastha; sense controlled, dharmic and devotionaly inclined to Krishna (god).
Hare Krishna pranam
@@BhaktiVikasaSwami hare krishna pranam in guru maharaj lotus feet
Please accept my bow
Can you please send me a copy maharaj...or send a link??...danyavat🐂
www.amazon.in/dp/B01K03T4MQ/ref=cm_sw_r_wa_apa_fabc_Apc0Fb75KX7G9
Mātā Jī Bābā Jī
GBC expired some bad smell comes from the fridge
Rotting meat in a COUNTRY OF LARGESSE
The only Maharaj i could sign under every word and Maharaj is living what he is saying, it is funny to see a Guru talking about simple living from a multimillion mansion, and yes he has no other income then preaching...
Yup I get it........ however in the west it's just different these days & by & large westerns will not accept a religion were females are not treated epually.
Prabhupada said if they don't accept no problem but don't change the philosophy.
@@hanssahoo7206 Sure I get what you're saying......but don't have the expectation that westerns will be joining in any real #. Have you ever considered the possibility that Pradhupada was mistaken ??
@@michaelhernon8163 He was certainly not. People took his teachings in the wrong way and did wrong things. Actually he was simply delivering the knowledge of Krishna as passed down through disciplic succession without making changes. But, when you interpret it while having bodily conception and ego on your mind, you may feel he was wrong.
@@hanssahoo7206 Well......I will take what you have said into consideration, thanks for your thoughts.
They should be treated equally but should also accept the duties of women just as the men should.