Radhanath Swami on Tapasya
Tapasya means to accept inconvenience for higher purpose – Radhanath Swami
Radhanath Swami on the shelter of the holy names
We take shelter of the holy name, not only because we are supposed to do it, but because Krishna is there to give himself to us in his name. – Radhanath Swami
Radhanath Swami on chanting the holy name
Chanting the Lords name cleanses our selfish ego and allows true light of love within our soul to shine towards God and all living beings. – Radhanath Swami
Radhanath Swami on Austerity
The ultimate austerity is to decrease our inclinations of the body and mind and focus on serving Krishna. – Radhanath Swami
Radhanath Swami on Purity
When someone is pure, it is natural. When something is contaminated, it is unnatural. So purity of the heart means going back to our natural state of loving God. – Radhanath Swami
Radhanath Swami on Spiritual advancement
The goal of Krishna Consciousness is not to be spiritually advanced; it is to be servant of Krishna. – Radhanath Swami
Radhanath Swami on Sincerity
By hearing Krishna-katha in association of sincere devotees, we should pray for real sincerity. We should long for real sincerity. – Radhanath Swami