| Wednesday, September 29th - Tuesday, October 5th, 2010 |
This Week Monday, October 4th: Indira Ekadasi (fast from grains and beans). Break the fast the following morning between 7:24 - 11:18.
Upcoming
Friday, October 8th: Book Signing with Radhanatha Swami
Sunday, November 6th: Diwali Celebration/Govardhana Puja
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| | | | | | | | From Srila Prabhupada: So everything belonging to Krsna is Krsna. This is Krsna consciousness. Nothing should be neglected. That is Krsna consciousness. Everything should be... Sri-vigraharadhana-nitya-nana-srngara-tan-mandira -marjanadau **. Every corner of this temple should be considered "Here is Krsna." Then Krsna conscious. Not that "Only in the temple Krsna is there, not in the gate. Let it be open and thief may come and steal." No. Very, very careful. The idea is that devotee must be expert in understanding things very clearly -- "The Callous Can't Pass Test," Srimad-Bhagavatam 1.7.41-42, Vrndavana, October 1, 1976
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The Spirit of Sannyasa
By Giriraj Swami Recently, I heard a conversation (recorded on April 12, 1975, in Hyderabad, India) in which Srila Prabhupada spoke about the true spirit of sannyasa. Srila Prabhupada began, "You should submit, and you should feel, 'I am worthless. My guru maharaja has given this chance to serve Krsna, to offer to Krsna: "My Lord, I am worthless. I have no capacity to serve You. But on the order of my guru maharaja, I am trying to serve You. Please do not take any offense. Accept whatever I can do. That's all. That is my request."' "That mantra is sufficient," Prabhupada continued. "Krsna says in the Bhagavad-gita, yo me bhaktya prayacchati. Krsna never said, 'One who offers Me with Sanskrit mantras.' Yo me bhaktya prayacchati-the real thing is bhakti, feeling, 'How to serve Krsna? How to please Him?' That is wanted. Not to see that you are a very good scholar in speaking in Sanskrit or English. Always feel, 'I am worthless, but I have, by the grace of my guru maharaja, been given the chance. So kindly accept whatever little service I can give. I am offensive. So kindly excuse me.' In this way be humble, meek, and offer your feeling, and Krsna will be satisfied. Not that you have to show how you can speak in Sanskrit language." A guest interjected with a sloka from the Siksastaka (3): "Trnad api sunicena taror api sahisnuna amanina manadena kirtaniyah sada harih." ("One who thinks himself lower than the grass, who is more tolerant than a tree, and who does not expect personal honor yet is always prepared to give all respect to others can very easily always chant the holy name of the Lord.") Prabhupada explained further, "Anasritah karma-phalam karyam karma karoti yah, sa sannyasi ['One who is unattached to the fruits of his work and who works as he is obligated is in the renounced order of life' (Bg 6.1).] Everyone is expecting some good result for his sense gratification. That is asritah karma-phalam. He has taken the shelter of good result. But one who does not take shelter of the result of activities . . . 'It is my duty, karyam.' Karyam means 'It is my duty. It doesn't matter what is the result. I must do it sincerely to my best capacity. Then I don't care for the result. The result is in Krsna's hand.' Karyam: 'It is my duty. My guru maharaja said it, so it is my duty. It doesn't matter whether it is successful or not successful. That depends on Krsna.' |
Friday, October 8th: Book Signing with Radhanatha Swami Meet Author and Bhakti Yogi Radhanath Swami, Personal Appearance and Book Signing on Friday, October 8th 2010 at 7:30 p.m. Refreshments will be served.
Special Events Center, 4999, Naaman Forest Blvd., Garland Tx 75040
Ticket Price : $15
For group or early bird discount contact 214-642-2488 or send an email. RSVPs can also be sent to the same. |
His Holiness Radhanatha Swami visits Dallas H.H. Radhanatha Swami will be visiting Dallas, and in addition to the book signing on October 8th, he will also give Srimad Bhagavatam class on Friday, October 8th. |
Appreciating Kalachandji's Community Dear Devotees...I am just so grateful for all the work you do on reporting such wonderful information all the time.You keep me and others updated,connected and informed. I am also grateful for the live temple on line because when I cant be there in person,I can because of your help again,stay connected. What a blessing you are to so many with these acts of devotion. I just thank you. Hare Krishna! -- Bhaktin Kathe Hare Krishna! Please accept our humble obeisances. All glories to Srila Prabhupada and Lord Jesus Christ. We wish to thank all of you for your prayers, well wishes, and concern during Barry's open-heart surgery and recovery. We're appreciative of your kindness and thoughtfulness. He is now back to his full-time work schedule and getting stronger everyday. With gratitude to God for His causeless mercy and blessings.-- your servants,
Barry and Linda Graham |
Ladies' Sangha Group Forming New Ladies' sangha group every Saturday, from 3:15 - 4:15 p.m. in the Temple Room. Please joing us for a japa session, discussion on Srila Prabhupada's books, and bhajans of the previous acharyas. All ladies are invited. If you have any questions, please contact Ratna Radhika at 214-864-7906.
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TKG Academy Website and Blog
TKG Academy's website is up and running, so please give it a look over. Here is the link to their blog, with academic and festival news, which is updated frequently. Here are some recent blog posts: |
Temple's Facebook Page  The Temple now has a Facebook Page. Everyone please go there and click the "Like" button.
From this page, one can get all the updates of Kalachandji Katha, along with invitations to festivals and other special events. |
Recipe Corner Old Fashioned Cream of Pumpkin Soup 3 cups water 1½ cups milk 3 oz. butter ¼ teaspoon nutmeg ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 4 cups pumpkin, peeled, seeded, and cubed 1 tablespoon plain flour 1 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon light cream 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley Melt half the butter in a 6- quart saucepan over moderate heat. Add the nutmeg, black pepper, and pumpkin cubes and saute for 10 minutes. Add the water and bring to a boil, cooking until the pumpkin is very tender. Empty the contents of the saucepan into a blender and add half the milk. Puree the mixture carefully. Remove and set aside. Rinse the saucepan. Heat the remaining butter in the saucepan over moderate heat. Stir the flour into the butter. Return the pumpkin puree to the saucepan along with the remaining milk, stirring constantly until the soup is well blended. Bring to a boil, simmer for a few minutes, and season with salt. Serve the hot soup in individual pre-warmed soup bowls, garnished with light cream and chopped parsley.
| Contact Information | Main Temple phone: 214-827-6330, Congregation Services: 214-827-6330 x 216
Email for general questions and information
To schedule a tour, home or school program: Nityananda Chandra 214-669-3369, or email him
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| | September Feast Sponsorships
Sept 5th
Ashish Ghosh Sept 12th
Bobby Jivnani and Family Shashi Prohit
Sept 26th Dr Singh 1 sponsorship available
Kindly come forward and sponsor a feast |
call 214 454 5267 214 827 6330 x 216 |
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