Shri Radharaman Temple

You Matter to Me

Love transforms mechanical ritual into a personal relationship, replacing the boredom of duty with a vibrant, heartfelt connection to the Divine.

13 May2014

Nourishing the Soul

Stop hunting for water in the desert; true satisfaction comes from serving **Krishna**, not your material "survival lists."

13 May2014

Working for the Betterment of Mankind

True spiritual growth requires replacing ego-driven, "bit-and-piece" knowledge with the profound, selfless foundations of **authentic masters** who shine through service rather than seeking social recognition.

13 May2014

Cleaning Our Mental Hard Drive

Cleansing the "mental hard drive" of past memories through the power of **Harinaam** removes the negativity slowing us down, making space for the supreme joy of **Shri Radha-Krishn’s** eternal lila.

13 May2014

Cleaning the Dirt Within the Heart

Just as a well-maintained fountain invites life and beauty, chanting the **Holy Name** purifies the heart's "stale water," allowing an ocean of spiritual bliss and love to flourish.

13 May2014

The Way to Eternal Vrindavan

To reach the highest spiritual goal, routine practice must be fueled by **intense greed** (*laulyam*); this sacred hunger is the only currency capable of "purchasing" the nectar of pure love.

13 May2014

The Right Mood of Worship

True devotion follows the principle of tat-sukh-sukhitva, serving the Lord according to His specific desires and the standards of His eternal associates rather than personal convenience; this authentic mood is realized only under the guidance of a guru.

13 May2014

Dedicated to Him Alone

True renunciation is a complete shift from worldly noise to exclusive devotion, where total absorption in the **Divine** allows the **Lord** to personally handle your material and spiritual needs.

13 May2014

Marry Mahaprabhu’s Teachings

Happiness tied to experiences, people, or possessions is temporary and leaves you empty once achieved. True fulfillment comes from a deeper purpose—serving others, practicing humility, and growing beyond the ego. Real joy isn’t in chasing goals, but in living a meaningful path.

13 May2014

Narcissist Devotees on Social Media

Social media can uplift, but it often feeds ego and the craving for validation, turning spirituality into performance. When devotion becomes about likes and image, it loses its sincerity. True spirituality isn’t about being seen—it’s about inner transformation that only the Divine truly “sees.”

13 May2014

True Renunciation

You cannot stop acting, but true renunciation is letting go of attachment to results. When actions are driven by reward, the mind stays restless and bound. Offer every action to Krishn, and you act freely—without ego, without bondage.

14 Mar2005

The Various Moods of Love

Pure love is defined by the selfless desire to provide happiness to the Beloved, whereas lust seeks only personal satisfaction; this distinction is epitomized by the **gopis'** unconditional devotion to Krishna.

5 Feb2005

The Essence of Devotion

True devotion dissolves the ego and material cravings, transforming life's obstacles into a spiritual "workout" that builds the strength needed to find complete contentment in the Lord alone.

14 Jan2005

Practising Bhakti in Family Life

An intelligent devotee balances worldly duties by offering external warmth and service as needed, while maintaining an internally detached heart that reserves its true focus for the constant worship of **Thakurji**.

8 Nov2004

The Magnificence of Kartik Month

The sacred month of **Kartik** acts as a "wish-fulfilling gem," offering devotees a rare opportunity to transcend material desire and capture the heart of **Shri Radha-Damodar** through simple, selfless acts of light and prayer.

31 Oct2004

The Importance of Worship

Just as raw talent in cricket requires a coach to correct hidden flaws, sincere worship needs the guidance of a **Guru** to align personal passion with scriptural truth and avoid spiritual "disturbances."

2 Oct2004

Sep 25 Articles 0 We Are the Creators of our Jealousy

Envy acts as a toxic vacuum that stifles love and breeds disrespect; however, a true devotee transcends this by remaining friendly and fully absorbed in their own service to the **Divine**.

25 Sept2004

Love Your Enemies

Carrying grudges is like lugging around a bag of rotting potatoes that eventually poisons your own heart; true spiritual progress requires the humility to trade personal pride for universal love.

15 Jul2004

The Nature of Love

True love is not a static philosophy of self-sufficiency, but an all-consuming "madness" that dissolves personal self-awareness and physical needs in the constant, blissful embrace of the **Beloved**.

6 Jun2004

A Perfect Devotee

Rather than striving for unattainable external perfection or imitating extreme renunciation, true devotion involves accepting one’s current reality and focusing on perfecting internal love and surrender to Krishn.

19 May2004

Learning to Love is Practicing Religion

Spiritual connection is found by embracing our bond with others, where selfless compassion acts as the essential first step to dissolving the ego and practicing the true religion of love.

1 May2004

Etiquette of Devotee Association

True devotee association is a precious opportunity to trade material gossip for divine wisdom, requiring a one-pointed focus on **Hari Katha** to recognize the Lord's call amidst the distractions of the world.

3 Mar2004

Which God Should One follow?

True devotion honors the individual’s unique spiritual path while emphasizing that authentic love for one’s chosen Lord necessitates deep respect for all other divine manifestations. This liberal approach prioritizes spiritual maturity and humble surrender over fanaticism, ensuring that pride never obstructs the path to sacred love.

3 Mar2004

The Path of Love or the Path of Fear?

Gaudiya devotion is not a mechanical checklist of rules born from fear, but a blissful emotional awakening that replaces the "yoga of anxiety" with the spontaneous, nectar-filled path of **Raganuga-bhakti**.

3 Mar2004

The Compassionate Name of Radharani

True Gaudiya devotion replaces the fear of unworthiness with the realization that Radharani is an ocean of mercy, teaching that chanting her holy name is the essential, compassionate key to reaching Krishn.

3 Mar2004

Make Katha Your Companion

Krishn katha serves as a foundational nectar that sustains the soul through every obstacle, anchoring the devotee in divine sweetness even during the pain of separation.

3 Mar2004

How to Live in Vrindavan

Spiritual progress depends on the guidance of rasik saints, whose association prevents the pitfalls of isolation and pride, ultimately illuminating the path toward selfless love for Radha and Krishn.

1 Mar2004

Always Longing for Krishn

While chanting erases past sins, its deepest purpose is to awaken a profound sense of separation from the Divine, creating the emotional intensity necessary to attract Krishna's ultimate grace.

28 Feb2004

What is Gyan (knowledge)?

True spiritual knowledge (gyan) transcends mere intellectual data collected from books, requiring the vital guidance of a guru and the profound realization that only comes through intense chanting.

3 Feb2004