We have dropped the price from our original $211,000 to only $169,900 as we are needing and wanting to move quickly. It is a beautiful 3 bedroom 2 bath devotee home in Alachua, Florida. Home of the largest devotee community in the U.S. Five minute drive from the Hare Krsna Temple and the New Raman Reti (Montessori style) Gurukula. Cozy Victorian style house. Built in 1947. 1360 square feet. Original wood high ceilings. Central electric heat and cool. Ceiling fans in all the rooms. Wooden floors. Newly added full insulation. Two beautiful original fireplaces. ADT full house alarm system. Front yard and back yard fully fenced with wooden fences. Great location in downtown Alachua, within walking distance to Main Street dining, shops, post office, grocery stores and banks.

Reduced Sale price: $169,900.

Contact Krishna Vallabha or Radha Vallabha

at 386-462-0632 or 386-462-7032,

or email: SacredSpaceSacredSound@gmail.com



Downtown Alachua House for Rent
by Kirtiraja dasa
Posted July 11, 2008

FOR RENT

A FANTASTIC, LARGE 2 BEDROOM 2 BATH HOME IN DOWNTOWN ALACHUA.

LARGE BEDROOMS AND CLOSETS

EXTRA LARGE DINING ROOM

HUGE LIVING ROOM

LOTS OF WINDOWS SO THERE'S PLENTY OF LIGHT AND AIR.

OAK HARDWOOD FLOORS THROUGHOUT

CERAMIC TILE KITCHEN FLOOR

SITUATED ON A CORNER LOT, ON A QUIET STREET WITH A FENCED BACKYARD FOR KIDS OR PETS.

DEVOTEES HAVE LIVED IN THIS HOUSE FOR THE LAST ALMOST TEN YEARS.

AVAILABLE AUGUST 1ST.

$1,100- PER MONTH RENT

PLEASE CONTACT KIRTIRAJA DASA FOR MORE INFO AND A SHOWING: 352-317-6850



Video Producers, Musicians, Authors, & Narrators
by Dhruva Maharaja dasa
Posted July 6, 2008

Sadhusanga has created an internet portal for all kinds of downloadable devotional items. Thus, we're inviting devotees to place their items - Music, DVDs, eBooks, or AudioBooks on our site for free.

We believe in supporting devotional projects, and will return 75 percent of the sale price back to devotees when their items sell. If you have any kind of digital presentation, and would like to take advantage of this offer, visit 98.130.186.56/join for further information.



1-Volume Bhagavatam wanted
by Radhika Mohan das
Posted July 4, 2008

I am looking for single volume Srimad Bhagawatam , commentary by Sril A.C.Bhaktivedanta Swami Srila Prabhupada. Please contact me at 571-294-0405 or email me on radhikamohandas.rgs@gmail.com Thanks!



Home for Sale
by Vishaka devi & Balarama das
Posted July 1, 2008

Fully furnished home for sale. Sits on a beautiful 5 acre lot with the best view in all of Prabhupada village with in a 5 minute walk to the temple. Community has devotees that farm organic produce and devotees that sell organic milk. We are asking $164,500.00 or best offer. The house is in perfect condition as well as the small barn. The furniture is brand new with new dinning table and chairs and also a brand new front loader washer. House is heated by wood stove and electric heaters. There is a gas water heater and water is 100% pure well water.

For more pictures and info please email me at Balarama1082001@yahoo.com or call 808-295-3106 or 808-295-4346 ask for Balarama das or Vishakha devi.



Alachua Lots for Sale
by Kalakantha das
Posted June 27, 2008

The last two lots in the all-devotee owned Talavan Woods subdivision near Alachua are now available for sale.

These adjoining 1/2 acre lots are partially wooded and easy to maintain. Each is on a paved road, an easy 5-minute drive from ISKCON Alachua.

The lots are zoned for building a new house or installing a late-model double wide mobile home.

Each lot is available for $35,000, with a substantial discount if you buy both. Owner financing is available.

For more information contact Kirtiraja das at kirtiraja.acbsp@pamho.net or Kalakantha das at kalakantha.acbsp@pamho.net.



Deity Dresses
by Bharati Thakkar dasi
Posted June 25, 2008

We make deity dress for household Deities of Laddu Gopal, Nimai Nitai, Jagannath, Baldev , Subhadra.

Devotees of India and other countries, please contact us for your Deity dress needs and any other spiritual material from India.

Contact: prabhupada21@yahoo.com.



Seeing Spiritual India, a Guide to Temples, Holy Sites, Festivals And Traditions
by Stephen Knapp
Posted June 18, 2008

This is written especially for anyone who wants to have a deeper understanding of the spiritual traditions of India and learn what is the importance and history of the many holy sites that you can visit while traveling within this country. It is written for both those who are new to India and those who are experienced.

India has one of the most ancient cultures on the planet that is still a living and dynamic tradition. Many of the customs and rituals that we can see today have existed for thousands of years. This is what makes this country so interesting and draws so many people to it. It is the culture of yoga, meditation, gurus, spiritual philosophy, ancient festivals, holy men and women, sacred mountains and rivers, and the potential for becoming more aware of who we are and the purpose of life. This is what continues to attract people from all walks of life, and try to look beyond the veil of its mysteries.

This book will certainly help you find your way around India's mysterious traditions, and the historical and spiritual significance of the major holy places, temples, and festivals that this region has to offer.

• This book divides the country into East, Central, South, North, West, the Far Northeast, and Nepal, and describes the best itineraries to take to see the most of each area.

• It provides descriptions of the temples and the architecture, and what you will see at each place.

• This book provides the significance and traditions connected with each site, the historical legends, and the spiritual benefits a person acquires by visiting each location.

• It helps you decide which places are the most interesting for you, where you want to go, and problems to avoid.

• It describes the holy places of Hindus, Buddhists, Sikhs, Jains, Parsis, and Muslims.

• Packing lists suggestions and how to prepare for your trip.

• How to return from India with the greatest of spiritual wealth.

• How to get the best experience you can from your visit to India.

• Where you can go to most effectively perceive your own spiritual identity.

• How the spiritual side of India can open you to your own divine nature.

This book goes beyond the usual descriptions of the typical tourist attractions and opens up the spiritual venue waiting to be revealed for a far deeper experience on every level.

"Thanks to the many travels throughout India, as well as his knowledge of the culture and history, the author provides an astonishing amount of details about the subject matter of the book. Readers will delight at finding such a credible tour guide! The majority of information comes from firsthand knowledge. Adding to his credibility, the author cites sources such as Sri Upadesamrita, and better yet, even cites primary source material such as a letter written by Prince Aurangzeb in 1652 to his ruling father, Emperor Shah Jahan.

"With so much information being presented, it would be easy for the text to become dry and hard to read. But because of personal touches and comments from the author throughout, the reader will be able to more easily visualize the journey and relate to the author.

"Seeing Spiritual India is impressive both for the large amount of information it presents, and for the ease in which it is presented. Should a reader want to plan a trip to India to see spiritual sites, this book is truly all he or she would need!" Editorial Review from iUniverse.com, and why the book achieved and Editor's Choice award.

Contents

INTRODUCTION

Purpose and Benefits of Pilgrimage * Taking the Trains * Be Cautious * Avoiding Scams * Being Prepared * Dealing With Ricksha & Taxi Drivers * Currency Exchange * Food Precautions * Heat Stroke or Heat Exhaustion * Expect Personal Changes in Yourself * What If the Temples Do Not Let Us In?

SEEING SPIRITUAL INDIA (PART 1):

THE MAJOR HOLY PLACES IN EAST AND CENTRAL INDIA AND NEPAL

New Delhi * Mathura * Gokula * Vrindavana * Greater Vrajamandala * Agra * Fatehpur Sikri * Gwalior * Jhansi to Archha * Khajurao * Chitrakut * Allahabad * The Tradition of the Kumbha Mela * Varanasi * Sarnath * Ayodhya * Naimisaranya * Gorakhpur/Kushinagar * Going to Nepal at Saunali for Lumbini * Going to Nepal Through Raxaul to Birganj * Lumbini * Pokhara * Muktinath * Going to Kathmandu * Kathmandu * Janakpur * Where to Go Next? * Patna * Vaishali * Nalanda * Rajgir * Pawapuri * Gaya * Bodhgaya * Barabar Hill * Deoghar * Vishnupur * Kolkata * Mayapur * Ekachakra * Ramakeli * Ganga Sagar * Remuna * Jagannatha Puri * Bhubaneswar * Sri Kakulam to Kurmaksetra * Visakhapatnam * Nagpur & Rama Giri * Vijayawada * Mangalagiri * Agiripalli * Hyderabad & Yadagirigutta * Basara * Warangal * Palampet * Vemulawada * Srisailam * Alampur * Nandyal * Ahovalam * Nellore * Going to Tirupati

SEEING SPIRITUAL INDIA (PART 2):

THE HISTORICAL HOLY SITES AND TEMPLES OF SOUTH INDIA

Tirupati * Tirumalla * Other Temples Around Tirupati * Kalahasthi * Chennai * Temples in the Chennai Area * Tiruneermalai * Mangadu * Tiruninravar * Tiruvallur * Tiruthani * Sholingar * Thiruvidaventhal * Mamallapuram * Tirukkalikundram * Kanchipuram * Tiruvannamalai * The Story of the Shiva Lingam * Thirukkovilur * Auroville * Tiruvandhipuram * Chidambaram * Sirkazhi * Vaidesvarankoil * Mayuram * Kumbakonam * Gangakondacholapuram * Dharasuram * Swamimilai * Thiruvalamjuli * Suryanarcoil * Tribhuvanam * Other Temples Around Kumbhakonam * Nachiyarcoil * Tirucherai * Thiruvarur * Nagappattinam * Thirukannapuram * Mannargudi * Vedaranyam * Tanjore * Tiruchirappali * Thadicombu * Palni * Madurai * Alagarcoil * Thirupparankundram * Tirumohur * Srivilliputtur * Tiruthangal * Ramesvaram * Tiruchendur * The Pilgrimage to Six Murugan Temples * Sri Vaikuntham * Tirunalveli * Krishnapuram * Kanyakumari * Suchindram * Thiruattur * Trivandrum * Varkala * Kollam to Amritapuri * Haripad * Changannur * Aranmula * Sabarimala * Alappuzha * Ettumanoor * Vaikom * Kaladi * Cranganore * Guruvayoor * Trichur * Karamadai * Udupi * Sringeri * Kollur * Gokarna * Mysore * Srirangapatnam * Sravanabelogola * Belur, Halebid and Somnathpur * Melkote * Subramanya * Brindaban Gardens * Bangalore * Denkanikota * Ending Our Tour Back at Bangalore

SEEING SPIRITUAL INDIA (PART 3):

THE MAJOR HOLY PLACES OF WESTERN INDIA

Starting in New Delhi * Karauli * Jaipur * Ajmer & Pushkar * Osian * Chittorgarh * Udaipur * Nathdwara * Kankroli * Charbujaji * Ekalingji * Nagda * Ranakpur * Rikhabdeo * Mount Abu * Ahmedabad * Akshardam * Modhera * Patan * Dakor * Dwaraka * Beyt Dwaraka * Porbander * Veraval & Somnath * Junagadh & Girnar Hill * Bhavnagar & Palitana * Lothal * Baroda & More * Ujjain * From Bhopal to Sanchi and Vidisha * Sanchi * Vidisha * Bhimbekta * Indore and Mandu * Omkeshvara * Aurangabad to Ajanta & Ellora Caves * Ajanta * Ellora * Verul * Nasik * Pandu Lena * Tryambakeshvara * Parali * Mumbai * Karla & Bhaja Caves * Pune * The Ashtavinayaka Pilgrimage * Bhimashankar * Shivpur * Mahabaleshwar * Pandharpur * Kolhapur * Bijapur * Badami * Pattadakal * Aihole * Lakkandi * Dambal * Hospet & Hampi & Anegundi * Harihara * Tadpatri * Puttaparthi * Lepakshi * Tumkur, Shivaganga * Bangalore

SEEING SPIRITUAL INDIA (PART 4):

THE MAJOR HISTORICAL AND HOLY PLACES OF NORTHERN INDIA

Shukratal * Haridwar * Rishikesh * Dehra Dun * Mussoorie * Going to See the Char Dham Temples * Yamunotri * Going to Gangotri * Dodital * Uttarkashi * Gangotri * Gaumukh * On the Way to Kedarnath * Srinagar * Rudra Prayag * Okhimath * Guptakashi * Triyugi Narayana * Kedarnath * Visiting the Panch (Five) Kedar Temples * Important Towns on the Way to Badrinath * Karna Prayag * Ranikhet * Nanda Prayag * Joshimath * Vishnuprayag * Govind Ghat * Hemakund * Pandukeswara * Hanuman Chatti * Badrinath * Mana * The Five Badri Temples * Deva Prayag * Nahan * Renuka Lake * Chandigarh and Going North * Shimla * Narkhanda * Rampur * Sarahan * Bilaspur * Mandi * Kullu * Bilji * Bhekhli * Places Along the Way North to Manali * Katrain * Naggar * Bhrigu Kund * Jagatsukh * Arjuna Gupha * Vashisth * Manali * Places Around Manali * From Manali to Leh* Rohtang La * Khoksar * Keylong * Sarchu * Back From Manali to Mandi or Chandigarh * Amritsar * Going to Dharamsala * Chintpurni * Jawalamukhi Temple * Kangra * Masrur * Baijnath * Dharamsala & McLeod Ganj * Chamba * Bhramaur * Jammu * Vaishno Devi * Going to Kashmir * Towns Along the Way to Srinagar * Udhampur * Ramnagar * Sudh Mahadeva * Kud, Patnitop, and Batote * Kishtwar * Verinag * Anantnag * Martand * Avantipur * Parshaspur * Pandrethan * Going to Amarnath * Pahalgam * Sheshnag * Amarnath * The Pilgrimage to Amarnath * Srinagar * Additional Sites Around Srinigar * Khir Bhawani Temple * Burzahom * Pattan * Yusmarg * Gulmarg * The Grave of Jesus * Solomon in Kashmir * Moses in Kashmir * Going to Ladakh From Srinigar * The Dachigan Wildlife Reserve * Sonamarg * Baltal * Zoji La * Drass * Kargil * Zanskar * Sani * Karsha * Stongde * Dzongkhul * Ladakh and the Gompas West of Leh * Shergol * Mulbekh * Lamayurur * Rizong * Saspol * Alchi * Likir * Basgo * Nimmu * Phiyang * Spituk *Leh * Towns and Monasteries South of Leh * Choglamsar * Shey * The Tikse Gompa * Chemre * Thak-Thak * Stakna * The Hemis Gompa * Matho * Stok Palace * Leaving Leh Going Back to Manali * Kuruksetra * Back to Delhi

SEEING SPIRITUAL INDIA (PART 5):

THE MAJOR HOLY SITES AND TEMPLES OF FAR NORTHEAST INDIA

Entering the Northeast Region * Darjeeling * Kalimpong * Permits * Gangtok * Rumtek * Pemayangtse * Phodang & Labrang Monasteries * Tashiding Monastery * Assam * Arunachal Pradesh * Meghalaya * Tripura * Nagaland * Manipur

CONCLUSION

APPENDIX ONE:

PREPARING FOR YOUR TRIP TO INDIA: A SHORT GUIDE

Get a Passport and Visa * Immunizations * Packing List

APPENDIX TWO:

SUGGESTED ROUTES FOR SHORT PILGRIMAGES

APPENDIX THREE:

ABOUT THE PHOTOGRAPHS

TRAVEL BOOKS THAT WERE HELPFUL

GLOSSARY

INDEX

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

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Book Details Devotee Women's Glorious Departures
by Manjari dasi
Posted June 11, 2008

I have noted the devotees' response and concern over the misogynistic messages on women being propagated in the name of Srila Prabhupada and Krsna consciousness. Whether it is in the extreme (as here) or the more common 'moderate' form of denigration (women are this, women are that...), it still diminishes enthusiasm and faith in Krsna consciousness and in being able to attain the goal of spiritual life. I directly experienced this myself and moreso through the confusion and pain of many other devotee women.

It was with this concern that I spoke with HH Bhakti Tirtha Maharaja on how to help the large numbers of devotee women whose sincere endeavors in spiritual life are adversely affected by having to bear the demeaning attitudes stemming from spiritually immature male egos. Maharaja replied: "Confidentially (although I don't normally speak confidentially, as it goes against the culture of love), my research shows that women are beating the men hands-down in how they leave the body. You can fool the whole world, but you cannot fool Krsna. He knows what is really in our hearts." Maharaja then suggested: "Why don't you write a book showing how gloriously the women devotees are leaving their bodies? This will encourage them and also change the hearts of others where philosophy alone cannot."

The book, Death Divine, is the direct result of Maharaja's words. The fact is that above and beyond the impediments those in a female body experience in this material realm, devotee women are surpassing this mundane platform and are attaining the supermost spiritual goal.

We must remember that the zenith of the spiritual realm is the sweet and loving feminine energy where being the servant and the enjoyed one is predominant. The material realm, however, is predominated by the masculine energy; that of being the controller and enjoyer. Thus, the feminine energy is naturally akin to the spiritual realm, and the masculine energy is more akin to the material realm. It is the feminine mood which we all (female- and male-bodied) must align ourselves with to access the spiritual realm.

As said by Srila Prabhupada: "Srimati Radharani is a tender-hearted feminine counterpart of the supreme whole, resembling the perfectional stage of the worldly feminine nature." (SB 2.3.23 purport)

The back cover of Death Divine explains: "Srila Prabhupada established the International Society for Krsna Consciousness in 1969 and promised the topmost spiritual attainment of going "back to Godhead'' for anyone who sincerely followed the path of Krsna consciousness that he gave. Now, thirty-eight years later, we can see the result of those who lived and died relying upon Srila Prabhupada's promise. Read about the struggles and the success of five women who faced death spiritually and attained the highest spiritual perfection."

This book reveals how any material situation is not a hindrance to receiving the full, causeless mercy of Guru and Gauranga. If they can do it, so can you!

Death Divine is available from Bhaktivedanta Library Services or by contacting the author at jayaradhepublications@gmail.com.



Devotee Home for Sale in Alachua, FL
by Radha Vallabha dasi
Posted June 9, 2008

Beautiful 3 bedroom 2 bath devotee home for sale in Alachua, Florida. Home of the largest devotee community in the U.S. Five minute drive from the Hare Krsna Temple and the New Raman Reti (Montessori style) Gurukula. Cozy Victorian style house. Built in 1947. 1360 square feet. Original wood high ceilings. Central electric heat and cool. Ceiling fans in all the rooms. Wooden floors. Newly added full insulation. Two beautiful original fireplaces. ADT full house alarm system. Front yard and back yard fully fenced with wooden fences. Great location in downtown Alachua, within walking distance to Main Street dining, shops, post office, grocery stores and banks.

Reduced Sale price: $189,000. Contact Krishna Vallabha or Radha Vallabha at 386-462-0632 or 386-462-7032, or email: SacredSpaceSacredSound@gmail.com.



Book Review
by Dasi, B. Radha-Govinda
Posted June 9, 2008

A wonderful book "Man Woman Dilemna: Relationship Truth for Troubled Times," written by Srila Prabhupada's disciple, Yogamaya Dasi (Faith) and her husband Justice Collier, takes the dilemmna out of the male/female relationship and gives formulas for living in an enlivening, successful and wonderful marital relationship with your spouse.

Inspired by the Divine realm, the authors themselves attributing this - I believe Srila Prabhupada has had a huge part in contributing - this book presents in a conversational format, so many facts to enlighten in this regard. (These facts are, in one sense, common-sense, but in these days of Kali's influences, we don't always see or understand the obvious.) The book's speaker often presents the material in a humorous way, and at times, "packed with a punch" (just as we saw with Srila Prabhupada).

Two sections are included: Counsel for Men and Counsel for Women.

Having read the book, I highly recommend it for all devotees, including brahmacaris and sannyasis.

"Man Woman Dilemna: Relationship Truth for Troubled Times," can be purchased through Barnes and Noble, at

Click Here



Alachua House for Rent
by Rama dasi
Posted June 4, 2008

House for rent in the beautiful town of Alachua, Florida- located in a very peaceful neighborhood perfect for devotees; five minute drive to the temple; school bus transportation very near; half block from the Recreational Center (includes basketball court, spray pool, soccer field and more); walking distance to the post office, supermarket, public library and Alachua downtown area with restaurants and shopping stores; concrete house with four bedroom, new construction,has a back porch, nice backyard, central heating and A/C, washer & dryer, DSL, cable & satilite available, ceiling fan with lights in each room,gas stove, microwave, new refrigator, furniture (optional), available the 1st of August 2008; requiring one month deposit and one month in advance; renting for $990. 00

For more details please call 386-418-0815 or 352-215-7110 location: 14609 NW 143rd Place Alachua, Florida 32615 BVNM



Neem Tree Seeds Wanted
by Tulsi Ma dasi
Posted May 25, 2008

I have been looking into growing Neem trees for the past three months. I bought some off the internet, but they didn't sprout a single leaf. If any devotee out there happens to have Neem tree seeds, please send me an e-mail as soon as possible at tulsimadasi@hotmail.com. Thank you.



Deity Dresses Wanted
by Preeeti dasi
Posted May 21, 2008

We have Gaura Nitai deities. We are in shortage of dresses for them. If somebody can stitch good dresses for them and some crowns, we would be very grateful. We are living in Germany at the moment. We would pay you for the expenses. They are very small Thakur jee. Around 15 cms. You can contact me at preeti.bvnm@gmail.com Thanks in advance.



Prabhupada Relics for Sale
by Danistha devi dasi
Posted May 17, 2008

Contained in this article are photo samples of some Prabhupada relics I have for sale at this time. Practically the whole museum will now be sold excepting a few cherished treasures I want to keep with me for the rest of this journey home.

Any devotee individual, temple community, or ashram interested in securing themselves authentic Prabhupada relics from my museum such as a personal signed letter, kurta or other clothing, signed document, or other such personal Prabhupada items, please contact me asap and I will arrange to speak with you about the details of these spiritual treasures.

Serious persons only. I am prepared to make special considerations in terms of the sale of the last of my collection - as well as pricing adjustments for any female devotees interested in the relics as I would rather they be put into feminine hands. Please contact me at: dhanistha108@yahoo.com.



Deity Outfits for Sale
by Maharha dasi
Posted May 14, 2008

Homemade silk deity outfits, rarely used , for 21" Radha Krishna deities, and 20" Radha Krishna deities. If interested please contact Maharha at : Maharha@earthlink.net.

Approximately 36 acres adjacent to ISKCON Gita-nagari farm is being offered for sale via public auction on Saturday, August 30th 2008 @ 9:30 a.m. The land is comprised of 4 separate parcels which are briefly described as follows:

Lot #1 is approx. 31 acres with a 24 x 48 home/cabin built in 1996. Includes well, septic system and is a self sufficient residence capable of year round living. Lovely wooded lot offers solitude and seclusion and is within walking distance of the temple.

Lot #2 is approx. 2 acres and is mostly wooded. A shared driveway with lot # 3 is deeded as a right of way. The lot has been perk tested and contains a deep well shaft.

Lot # 3 is approx. 3.5 acres and contains 4 buildings, a septic system and well. Buildings are as follows:

A 24' x 40' open air pavilion with a sewer, water and electric line for parking an RV.

A 36' x 48' metal pole building with concrete slab and 14 foot high drive through doors.

A 13' x 13' foot bathhouse with shower/tub, toilet and vanity sink. This building features a full basement of concrete block and cement floor which house the water pressure tank and hot water heater.

A 12' x 28' newly constructed mini cabin with beautiful wood interior, ceiling fans and fully insulated.

Lot # 4 is approx. 1.5 acres of open, gently sloping field. This lot is along the main state road in route to GN farm. Would make a nice building lot that requires minimal development.

An open house is being hosted two weeks before the sale on Saturday, August 16th, 2008 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. If you would like more information or to view photos please visit the Auctioneers website at martinandrutt.com (Editors note: this is not an inserted hyperlink). The sale is being hosted by Jaya Gopal das and Damayanti dasi



House for Sale
by Madan Mohan Mohini Dasi
Posted July 11, 2008

Beautiful, well-built, 9-year old passive solar home on 1.4 acres bordering the woods and Snow Creek for sale in Prabhupada Village in Sandy Ridge, NC. Established flower and vegetable gardens, large kitchen, hardwood floors, covered porch, solar hot water heater and right across from the temple. 2 floors, 1008 sq. ft. each floor, 1 bathroom and plumbing for 2nd bath, 4 bedrooms. $130,000. Please contact madanmohanmohini@yahoo.com or call 336-593-9888.



Four Hard to Find Ritual Items Needed
by Vrindavan dasa
Posted July 4, 2008

Together with several devotees, we are practicing various forms of Vaisnava ritualism on Ekadasi, Janmastami and Rama Navami. In several cases, however, there has been some difficulty in acquiring exactly the right materials and ingredients. A few major items that we have been unable to acquire so far are listed below. If you have any tips or clues that might help, please contact me at gauranagar@hotmail.com. Here is the list:

1. 7 metal fire brands for marking the body (conch, club, disk, lotus, sword, bow and arrow of Sri Visnu) during special fire yajna ceremonies performed on Sayana and Prabhodani Dvadasis. For reference, Hari Bhakti Vilasa indicates, "...the Vaisnava should, after breaking the fast, brand seven marks on his body." and further, "Having out of iron fashioned marks of the five weapons according to the rules, the knower of mantras should place them, one by one with their respective mantra. On the forehead one should wear the club, on the top of the head the bow and arrow, the sword Nandaka in the middle of the chest and the disk and conch on the arms." and "Having fashioned a disk of gold, silver, copper, brass or iron, the wise man should brand himself in the proper way." and "One should wear a branded mark of Hari's Sudarsana disk, hexagonal, having twelve spokes and encircled by three lines." and "One who is truly attentive to the rules of the foremost of the praised ones, makes a disk with fire. Fire is thousand-spoked, thousand-spoked is the felly. One whose body is branded with the felly attains sayujya, he attains salokya."

2. Damana plant (Artemisia Indica) or seeds for use in performing Damanakaropana Dvadasi. I live in Mayapur, India, but I have heard that the Damana plant commonly grows only in the Himalayan mountains. If not the entire plant, then at least the seeds can be ordered and I will try to grow them.

3. Silkworm cocoons for use in reeling filament silk thread that will be twisted 3x3 by a pure person and tied into garlands with evenly spaced knots for Pavitraropana Dvadasi. I have instructions for all this, including instructions for reeling and twisting, which I can give to the right person. So, at the least we just need to order silkworm cocoons. So, either you can sell me the cocoons alone, or if you feel qualified to reel and twist them also, that is even better. Everything needs to be mailed to Mayapur, India. Special mantras and purification is required for purifying the thread and tying garlands. If you have the assistance of a Brahman, I could hire you to do this as well.

4. Fine (very thin) single filament cotton thread woven by a Brahamani, and twisted into 3x3 organzine by a pure person. This can be used for garlands like #3 above, and also to be used for the perfume cord for Lord Krishna.

If you have any questions about these hard to find items, I would be glad to answer them. Please email me at gauranagar@hotmail.com.

Hare Krishna,
Vrindavan dasa



Alachua Apartments for Rent
by Anuradha devi dasi
Posted July 1, 2008

We have two wonderful apartments coming available on our 7 acre retreat. These apartments have only been rented once before, by Krishna devotees, of course! Each 1000 sq ft apartment has wood and ceramic tile floors, dishwasher, washer/dryer, large bathroom, large living/dining room, lots of closet space, screened in back porch, secluded, beautiful woodland views, full A/C, ceiling fans. These are both of a very high standard.

Two miles from the Alachua New Raman Reti Hare Krishna temple, one mile from Alachua town center, 12 miles from Gainesville and UF.

Many deer, turkeys, possum, raccoon and rabbits (plus cats) can be seen on grounds. Small children's playground and tree house. Veggie garden available if you like. Very quiet. Great for chanting! Giant oak trees with hanging moss. Japa trail. Child safe and friendly.

Free water, sewer and garbage collection.
Free DSL wireless internet connection.
Free Satellite TV.

You only pay the rent and the electricity (runs from $65 to $110) each month - nothing else.

Upstairs Apartment Available August 1st Downstairs Apartment Available September 1st.

Rent $800 per unit, plus $1000 deposit. Flexible lease terms.

Sorry, no dogs allowed!!! These are non-smoking units and no smoking is allowed on the grounds.

As landlords, we don't interfere in anyone's life, but we like to have devotee renters, or vegetarians who are interested in the Vaishnava lifestyle.

These are wonderful apartments and if you see them you will love them!

For more information, please contact: gurupuja at alltel.net.



Flat for Rent in Jagannatha Puri
by Anuradha Sircar
Posted June 27, 2008

I have a 1 Bedroom Apartment for rent in Jagannatha Puri on the Beach in a brand new development. It is located near the CT Road end of Puri with beautiful views of the Ocean and the Jagannatha Temple right from the balcony. The apartment is on the 3rd floor in a very quiet and peaceful neighbourhood with access to internet cafes, food stores and the train station very close by. The building has an elevator, generator and 24 hour security. Internally the apartment is all granite and marble with a brand new double bed and couch. The kitchen has a gas stove in place. The views are spectacular. Can rent weekly or monthly. Contact Radhe for further details or to book. keshavahenderson@gmail.com



Drummer Needed
by Acuyta Krishna Das
Posted June 25, 2008

Working Mantra Rock Project needs drummer for recording and live performances.

Visit www.violetorange.org

We are based in Venice Beach, CA. This summer we are touring Europe and recording a new CD. We have independent support as well as record label support. We have been searching for a devotee drummer for a while with no luck. So we are praying to Krishna to manifest an awesome devotee drummer who can play music as an occupation.

gopidust@gmail.com or 808.269.6641



House for Rent (Gita Nagari)
by Devadeva dasi
Posted June 19, 2008

Our house is available to rent beginning August 1. It is 4 bedrooms/2 bathrooms, approx. 3,000 square feet on 2 acres filled with gardens. The house is 1.1 miles from the Gita Nagari farm road. For more info about the house, visit academiahouse.blogspot.com.

Terms of rental agreement: 1 year lease, $1,300 security deposit. All applicants subject to background and credit check.

For more info, please contact Devadeva dasi: devamirel@gmail.com or call 717-527-9973.



Alachua House for Rent
by Sudevi Sundari
Posted June 17, 2008

Spend July in Alachua visiting the temple, the springs, your friends... 3 bedroom/1 bath House for Rent from June 20 - July 29 in Alachua. Includes DishNetwork w/DVR in all 3 bedrooms, Wireless Internet, Central AC, 5 beds (1 queen, 4 twins) total plus living room futon, Full Use of Kitchen & Yard (w/kiddie pool and sprinkler), Home phone with unlimited long distance, quiet private culdesac street.

7 Minute Drive to New Raman Reti Temple at the feet of Sri Sri Radha Shyamasundar
20 Minute Drive to the Springs
15 Minute Walk to Downtown Alachua Shops

Full House for full amount of time 5 1/2 weeks $1000
1 bedroom per week $100
Full House per week $300

Prices and arrangements will be discussed, I am willing to help if you are going to be visiting Alachua soon and need a place to stay. Thank you. Please contact Sudevi dasi 386-462-3122/386-878-1028/sudevisundari@yahoo.com



Srila Prabhupada Incense Special
by houseofmohan.net
Posted June 11, 2008

25 packs of all one fragrance,

Any fragrance sale priced at $20 US plus $ 4 S&H

Famous "House of Mohan" incense

10 sticks per pack

visit our website at www.houseofmohan.net

additional flavors also available:

• african violet
• cashmir
• coconut
• frankincense & myrrh
• jasmine
• khush
• nautica
• night queen
• obsession
• opium
• orange-lemon
• somali rose
• srinagar

Devotees all over the word have been using Atma Yoga as a tool for Bhakti outreach. If you have thought about taking the training and becoming a certified teacher now is an excellent time. Atma Yoga teacher training is a 200 hour Yoga Alliance registered training taking place in Los Angeles July 11 - August 9. Details are available at www.atmayoga.net. Our comprehensive approach includes anatomy, personal practice, multiple styles of yoga, yoga history and philosophy. We also take you into the mind-opening world of yoga psychology. You will especially appreciate our unique science of presentation skills. When you finish this powerful four week training you will be more confident and charismatic, and you will be ready to teach a yoga class.

wesley@wesleycamp.org
www.wesleycamp.org
(404) 273-7538



Alachua House for Rent
by Rama dasi
Posted June 7, 2008

House for rent in the beautiful town of Alachua, Florida- located in a very peaceful neighborhood perfect for devotees; five minute drive to the temple; school bus transportation very near; half block from the Recreational Center (includes basketball court, spray pool, soccer field and more); walking distance to the post office, supermarket, public library and Alachua downtown area with restaurants and shopping stores; concrete house with four bedroom, new construction, has a back porch, nice backyard, central heating and A/C, washer & dryer, DSL, cable & satilite available, ceiling fan with lights in each room,gas stove, microwave, new refrigator, furniture (optional), available the 1st of August 2008; requiring one month deposit and one month in advance; renting for $990.00

For more details please call 386-418-0815 or 352-215-7110 location: 14609 NW 143rd Place Alachua, Florida 32615 BVNM



Altars for Sale
by Upendra das
Posted June 2, 2008

Handmade wooden altars different sizes, call for prices. Location, Alachua, Florida, shipping can be arranged, call Upendra Das at 352-283-4603.



House for Sale in Alachua
by Mangala Sakhi dd
Posted May 22, 2008

Looking for a quiet secluded place to live that's affordable and only 15 min from the temple? These 6 acres of land is surrounded by devotee neighbours with a 2 bedroom 1 bath mobile home '95 in good shape. Many pine trees on property, crape myrtles and sago palms. Living room and bedrooms has wood floors, vinyl in kitchen and bathroom. Electric central A/C and heater. Agricultural zoning, with space to grow your own veggies, or keeping animals. It's situated on a hill with great sunsets. All previous owners have been devotees.

It's situated 3-5 minutes drive from highway 441, I-75, and Santa Fe high school, and has school bus stop down the road nearby. Halfway between Alachua downtown and High Springs with the many beautiful springs and rivers, which is a must see in the summer months. Just reduced to $129.000.

It's for sale through Kirtiraja prabhu at Alachua properties ph. 386.462.5805. Website: Click Here MLS #: 288970

For general info about Alachua, please click below link. Click Here



Looking Fo San Diego Roommates
by Giriraj Gopal dasa
Posted May 19, 2008

We have 2 rooms available in a spacious 5 bedroom 2 bathroom house in San Diego California.

The house is occupied by 3 devotees of Krishna and Tulsi Maharani.

It is a 5 minute drive away from the San Diego Temple Community.

• Ocean View from Windows
• 2 Story re-modeled house
• Walk-in closets
• Hardwood floors
• Huge back yard
• Washer and Dryer
• Organic Garden
• Lots of Kirtan and Sat Sanga!

Looking for honest, reliable Krishna Conscious roomates to fill the rooms ASAP.

$600/mo + deposit

please call Giriraj Gopal Dasa for details
(619) 246-9932



Vaisnava Summer Camp in Serbia
by Madhva Muni dasa
Posted May 16, 2008

Dear devotees and friends,

Let me share with you one part of Srila Prabhupadas letter:

"...I am very pleased to learn of our success in Yugoslavia. When there is a little hope of success in these countries, it encourages me 100 times more than in other places. If they take up this Krishna Consciousness, they'll take it very seriously..."
Vrindavan, october 1976. Srila Prabhupada

We would like to invite you to such a place, actually to Serbia. Everything is a 100 times more (good or bad). We are 100 years behind the rest of Europe, but we have 100 times less industry, we are earning 100 times less Euros per month, but we are gaining 100 times more unpredictability, trauma and excitement (remember the dictatorship, wars, revolutions...) and we will give you 100 more reasons to laugh and cry, to dance and serve, to make a friends and to come again.

Now we have a wonderful offering to all of you. for only 1 euro and 8 cents (times 100) find out all the secrets of devotional life, Holy Names, sadhana bhakti, relax sadhana and fake sadhana. Find out what is the taste of organic vegetables. What is the result of combination of forest air, chanting and laughing. Test yourself, how much you can listen (to seminars), scream (in the kirtan), focus (in the bhajan), eat (on the grass), talk (to others). How little you can sleep, worry and control yourself.

Visit the Tirtha of Fruska Goranga and bathe in the dust from the lotus feet of Vaisnavas.

This Year we will have:

• Sacinandana Maharaja for the whole time of camp with Lessons for life; practical lessons where we can learn from the sweet dealings between Lord Caitanya and his devotees.
• Bir Krishna Maharaja for the whole time( seminar about communications and empathy)
• Rohinisuta Prabhu will come for the last 3 days
• Jayapataka Maharaja will be there for a few moments (times 100) like always.( from 29.06. till 01.07.)
• Krsna Ksetra Prabhu (soon we will know the the dates)
• Vraja-lila Mataji empowered disciple of Bhaktitirtha Maharaja

The summer camp will last from 27 of June till 6th of July. That is 9 days. Or 777 777 seconds. For the excellent price of 108 euros you can eat (as much as you can), sleep (as much as you need) and listen seminars (never enough). Please book online and get more info at our website www.gorangacamp.com or first watch video hypnosis at www.youtube.com/watch?v=tSuO3Z6i7iw

Your servant Madhva Muni dasa
+38163396237 madhvamuni@gmail.com

reservation exclusively online through www.gorangacamp.com.

If You have troubles with registration you can call (or send sms) Nityananda-kari between 16h and 18h on 0038761701107



Salagram Paraphernalia
by Sanat Kumara Dasa
Posted May 10, 2008

If anyone knows a website or person who sells Sila Paraphernalia such as eyes, tilak, mouth (not cloths, crown, jewelries) like the once on this picture, please contact me at santanusaha@hotmail.com.

Haribol
Your servant,
Sanat Kumara Dasa
California, USA

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