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GITA SUBODHINI is a systematic study guide for the Bhagavad-gita. Gita Subodhini unveils the exciting structure and flow of the Gita by giving the connections between its chapters, subsections and verses in a lucid and colourful manner. Gita Subodhini gives a bird’s eye view of the expanse and the depth of the teachings of Lord Krishna in the Gita with simplified flow charts, summary tables, diagrams, additional notes from the commentaries of acharyas, special descriptions on vital verses, along with interesting thematic compilations and many other features. Gita Subodhini simplifies the apparent complexity in understanding the Bhagavad-gita, by integrating the explanations of our great acharyas, Srila Prabhupada, Srila Visvanatha Cakravarti Thakur and Srila Baladeva Vidyabhushana, thus catering for the taste and the needs of avid readers, scholars and newcomers. Following a similar style like that of his earlier books Bhagavata Subodhini and Caitanya Subodhini, Gauranga Darshan Das presents Gita Subodhini for easy readability and assimilation of the Bhagavad-gita and delight in the splendor of its message. -
Bhagavatam Tales is a collection of amazing stories from the timeless epic Srimad Bhagavatam, retold by Gauranga Darshan Das. A treat for readers young and young-at-heart, this book nourishes their minds with every turn of the page. Experience the episodes come to life with colorful visuals coupled with vital values and thought-inspiring activities. The unique blend of simplicity and applicability makes Bhagavatam Tales a dear friend of every child, a faithful companion of every teacher and the heart of every school's library. -
The Gita is replete with spiritual wisdom. However, it does not appeal to many people, especially children, who fail to understand the meaning and essence of its shlokas. This book strives to get across the meaning of key shlokas from the Gita by presenting them with appropriate stories. The stories have been carefully selected from ancient scriptures, Puranas, epics, and folklore, and are accompanied by eye-catching illustrations. ‘Bhakti – Devotion’ is the first book of the series titled Gita Wisdom Tales, which comprises five books in all. -
Who is Krsna - really? Is He the mischievous butter thief or the fearless demon-slayer? The enchanting flute-player or the wisest of teachers? The dearest of friends or the Lord of all worlds? He is all that... and much more! In this heart-touching and vibrantly illustrated exploration of the 64 Qualities of Krsna, author Gauranga Darshan Das presents the limitless charm of the Supreme Lord. Primarily based on the Bhakti Rasamṛta Sindhu by Śrila Rūpa Gosvāmī, this book is also enriched with handpicked stories from other scriptures, and practical lessons to help you not just read about Kṛṣṇa- but truly connect with Him. Each quality is like a precious jewel, inviting you to move beyond admiration to genuine devotion seeing Krsna as a loving guide, a cherished friend, and the most endearing Person in the universe. Whether you're a curious child, a thoughtful teen, or a sincere seeker in search of meaning, this book will gently lead your heart closer to Kṛṣṇa- and help you discover that He's been waiting in your heart all along -
Lord Śrī Caitanya Mahaprabhu gifted the world Šikşaştakam, eight profound verses that glorify krsna-bhakti, especially the chanting of Krsna's holy names. These sacred verses encapsulate the entire journey of devotion-from sādhana (practice) to sādhya (perfection). Spoken by Caitanya Mahaprabhu in the depths of divine love, they offer guidance for devotees at all levels. -
Bhagavatam Tales is a collection of amazing stories from the timeless epic Srimad Bhagavatam, retold by Gauranga Darshan Das. A treat for readers young and young-at-heart, this book nourishes their minds with every turn of the page. Experience the episodes come to life with colorful visuals coupled with vital values and thought-inspiring activities. The unique blend of simplicity and applicability makes Bhagavatam Tales a dear friend of every child, a faithful companion of every teacher and the heart of every school's library. -
Dear young friends! We've embarked on an exciting journey together through the wonderful stories of the Supreme Lord's various incarnations and devotees, in the first four volumes of the Bhagavatam Tales by Gauranga Darshan Das. But now, hold onto your seats because we're about to soar to new heights of excitement and sweetness as Lord Krishna Himself steps right into the pages of this fifth volume! Get ready for 32 amazing stories that are sweeter than nectar. We'll start with Krishna's birth and follow Him through His mischievous adventures like stealing butter, confusing Lord Brahma, and defeating fierce demons. You'll be completely engrossed as we relive these incredible tales together, not only from Srimad Bhagavatam, but also from Ananda Vrndavana Champu, Gopala Champu, Hari Vamsa and Garga Samhita as well, lucidly narrated by Gauranga Darshan Das, along with interesting takeaways. With eye-catching imagery, interesting flashbacks into the lives of demons, and fun activities that help you learn and grow, you will thoroughly enjoy Bhagavatam Tales Book 4. And above all, welcome to Vrindavan! -
Dear young friends! We've embarked on an exciting journey together through the wonderful stories of the Supreme Lord's various incarnations and devotees, in the first three volumes of the Bhagavatam Tales by Gauranga Darshan Das. But now, hold onto your seats because we're about to soar to new heights of excitement and sweetness as Lord Krishna Himself steps right into the pages of this fourth volume! Get ready for 32 amazing stories that are sweeter than nectar. We'll start with Krishna's birth and follow Him through His mischievous adventures like stealing butter, confusing Lord Brahma, and defeating fierce demons. You'll be completely engrossed as we relive these incredible tales together, not only from Srimad Bhagavatam, but also from Ananda Vrndavana Champu, Gopala Champu, Hari Vamsa and Garga Samhita as well, lucidly narrated by Gauranga Darshan Das, along with interesting takeaways. With eye-catching imagery, interesting flashbacks into the lives of demons, and fun activities that help you learn and grow, you will thoroughly enjoy Bhagavatam Tales Book 4. And above all, welcome to Vrindavan! -
BHĀGAVATA SUBODHINĪ unveils the exciting structure and flow of Srimad Bhagavatam Cantos by giving the connections between the chapters, sections, subsections and verses, in a concise and colorful manner. In this multivolume series, Gauranga Darshan Das attempts to simplify the apparent complexity in understanding the Bhagavatam, by uncovering and integrating the explanations of Srila Prabhupada and the previous acharyas, and thus caters to the taste and need of avid readers, scholars, and even newcomers to the Srimad Bhagavatam. The TENTH CANTO of the Śrīmad Bhāgavatam represents the beautiful lotus face of Lord Kṛṣṇa and comprehensively describes the topic of āśraya, or the Supreme shelter Śrī Kṛṣṇa. Śukadeva Gosvāmī ecstatically describes in this longest canto, the appearance of Lord Kṛṣṇa and His pastimes in Vṛndāvana, Mathurā, Dvārakā, Hastināpura and other places. Lord Kṛṣṇa’s unlimited transcendental attributes, His amazing reciprocations with the love of His devotees, and His compassionate deliverance of those who were inimical to Him, as described in this canto, are the worthiest subject matters for one’s contemplation. They constitute the most precious gift for the devotees to absorb themselves in Lord Kṛṣṇa’s glories. About Author : Gauranga Darshan Das (www.gaurangadarshan.com) is an educator and a spiritual author of over 30 books. He holds a Master’s degree from the Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore. He is a resident monk at ISKCON Govardhan Ecovillage (GEV), and the Dean of the Bhaktivedanta Vidyapitha, a school of spiritual studies. He regularly delivers online and onsite talks for children, teens and adults, in various forums including ashrams, schools, colleges, corporate events, and platforms like TEDx, Rotary club, DRDO scientists club and so on. He is a regular speaker on Hare Krsna TV. He has conducted over 40 online courses (www.vidyapitha.in), and has lectured over 7000 hours. He travels across India and abroad, to teach and inspire seekers. Some of his literary contributions include the ‘Subodhini’ series of study guides, 'Pravaha' series of story books, self-enrichment books like 'Answers to Life's questions', children book series like ‘Bhagavatam Tales’ & ‘Gita Wisdom Tales’, and shloka compilations like the ‘Ratnamala’ series. He runs a monthly ezine called ‘Bhagavata Pradipika’ whilst penning thought-inspiring articles for international and Indian Back To Godhead Magazines. -
BHAKTI is the greatest treasure- and childhood is the perfect time to claim it. With pure hearts, boundless curiosity & natural enthusiasm, children are perfectly placed to grow strong roots in devotion. 9 Ways of Bhakti by Gauranga Darshan Das is a vibrant guide introducing young readers to the nine timeless practices of bhakti-hearing, chanting, remembering, serving, worshiping, praying, and so on. Through 50 captivating stories from the Srimad- Bhagavatam, Rāmāyaya, Sri Caitanya-caritanṛta and the lives of saints-along with engaging activities, practical lessons, and colorful illustrations- this lovely book makes devotion to Krsna relatable and joyful for children. -
SECRETS OF BHAKTI The Bhakti Tripod: How, What & Why of Bhakti Would you like to unlock the secrets of spiritual relationships and tackle distresses? Are you curious to experience the transformative power of association with devotees? Do you long to know how Lord Krishna reciprocates with your services? "Secrets of Bhakti," penned by spiritual author Gauranga Darshan, transcends being just a book; it serves as a gateway to spiritual fulfillment and divine friendships. "Secrets of Bhakti" is the second book in the Bhagavata Viveka Series - Practical Wisdom from Bhagavatam Stories. Anchored in the Bhakti Tripod, "Secrets of Bhakti" opens doors to the core practices of bhakti, enriching your spiritual life with profound insights into sacred truths. Whether you are keen to deepen your spiritual practice, or simply beginning to uncover the beauty of devotion, this book gently nudges you towards a deeper understanding and connection with your spiritual journey, welcoming you to embrace the Divine with sincerity. -
About the Book A BOOK THAT ENCAPSULATES TIMELESS WISDOM FROM INDIAN MYTHOLOGY, SCRIPTURES AND EPICS How did Ganga come down to the earth? Why is Hanuman’s idol orange? Who tried threading an elephant through the eye of a needle? How did Krishna steal a pot of sweet rice for his devotees? Epic Tales of Wisdom takes children on an exciting, enlightening, vivid and imaginative adventure through the epics. The stories bring to life a world inhabited by gods and goddesses, sages and saints, demons and monsters and others. This precious treasury of stories helps them evoke interest in the scriptures and sets the foundation of love for God’s creation. Retold by godman Nityanand Charan Das in a child-friendly manner the stories allow kids to explore, perceive, comprehend and inspire their curious minds. The subtle lessons in the book capture timeless wisdom from Indian mythology and offer valuable insights on how to get through the rough and tumble of life. Nirzara Verulkar’s illustrations add zing to this book of educative, entertaining and enlightening tales that aspires to make kids spiritually richer and morally and socially stronger. About the Author Nityanand Charan Das, now an author of national bestsellers Icons of Grace, Ask the Monk and Bound by Love is a practicing monk at Sri Sri Radha Gopinath Temple ISKCON Chowpatty Mumbai for the last 16 years who wishes to help the current urban scenario by aiding people in leading a life of purpose, fulfilment and satisfaction. He also specialises in guiding today’s youth including children and teenagers to reconnect with their roots and lead a simple yet happy life. Coming from an army background, his childhood desire was to become an army officer. But Krishna had other plans for him and orchestrated his life beautifully. Life led him to fail the NDA interview despite being one of the best in the group, to being an engineer instead, and eventually, becoming a monk when he was just 24. His divine radiance can be felt far and wide: his lectures are heard in every major city of India and in more than 50 countries across the globe.
