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An Introduction to His Divine Grace Srila Ballabh Tirtha Goswami Maharaj A brief introduction to a personality whose life is wholly dedicated to the cause of pure devotion by means of constant and exclusive engagement of mind, body and words for the service of /Vaishnava/Bhagavan and the propagation of the all-embracing doctrine of divine love of Sri to the four corners of the world... HIS DIVINE GRACE SRILA BHAKTI BALLABH TIRTHA GOSWAMI MAJARAJ PRESIDENT - : SREE CHAITANYA is holy life H a brief account In , the roots of the faith can be through sankirtana (the traced back to time immemorial and, congregational chanting of God's most importantly, to the advent of names, specifically, the names Krishna 5,000 years ago in Mathura, comprising the Hare Krishna India. Appearing in the Bengal Mahamantra) . This tradition was province of India in the 15th century, continued by a divine lineage of Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu, who is spiritual preceptors including His regarded by the Gaudiya Vaishnavas as Divine Grace Srila Bhaktisiddhanta Krishna in the form of His own S a r a s w a t i G o s v a m i T h a k u r devotee, gave a new direction to the Prabhupada. Coming in the same line Sri Guru inherits the power of s c i e n c e o f e x p e r i e n c i n g of empowered representatives of the compassion directly from the Supreme transcendental Divine Love of the Supreme Lord Sri Krishna, His Divine Personality of Godhead and Supreme Lord. Sri Chaitanya Grace Srila Bhakti Ballabh Tirtha descends to this earth enlivened with that Mahaprabhu offered Goswami Maharaj is power. Imbued with his own natural unconditional access to presently one of the sweetness and beauty he is the manifested L o r d K r i s h n a t o foremost spiritual leader of form of divine compassion, affection everyone irrespective of the mission of Sri Chaitanya and grace for all. We caste, colour or creed, cannot surmount the Mahaprabhu and His endless cycles of and he emphasised associates in the world today. births and deaths and other miseries devotional love as the He is a the dearly beloved of the material world to attain supreme spiritual path. disciple of Srila Bhakti absolute bliss without the grace of He taught that Lord Dayita Madhava Goswami Sri Guru. Krishna was the principal Maharaj, who is in turn the deity, God Himself, and that everyone equally beloved disciple of Srila Bhakti can regain a personal relationship with His Early life

His Divine Grace Srila Bhakti Ballabh Tirtha Goswami Maharaj appeared in 1924 in , India, on - Navami (the most auspicious appearance day of the Lord Ramachandra). From his childhood, he had a natural affinity for spirituality. Having been brought up in a pious environment, he had an innate inclination to search for the ultimate goal of life. He used to spend the majority of his time in meditation. His natural indifference to the material world manifested very early and he showed acute awareness of the non-eternal nature of the material "A true devotee is world. He felt that one day his mother, father, brother, rarely to be found sister and all others would be gone, everything would be in this world. finished. This manifestation of the path of self- realization led him to take up the study of philosophy at If you want quality, Calcutta University. His fellow students at the University you cannot get quantity. " invariably noted his outstanding qualities of truthfulness, benevolence and non-enviousness. Taking Shelter of the Divine Master While studying at the Calcutta University, he came in contact with His Divine Grace Srila Bhakti Dayita Madhava Goswami Maharaj and immediately became attracted by his transcendentally powerful personality. Srila Bhakti Dayita Madhava Goswami Maharaj was one of the foremost associates of His Divine G r a c e P r a b h u p a d a S r i l a Bhaktisiddhanta Saraswati Goswami Thakur. After completing his Masters His Divine Grace Srila Bhakti Dayita Madhava Goswami Maharaj Degree in Philosophy in 1947, Srila Conditioned souls of this world B.B. Tirtha Goswami Maharaj renunciation, in 1961. Setting an are passing wholeheartedly and unreservedly example of unadulterated service to through numerous births and deaths dedicated his life to the service of his Sri Guru, Srila B.B. Tirtha Maharaj being enveloped by the illusory energy spiritual master. served his spiritual master with every of Supreme Lord. facet of mind, body and spirit. The only way of His service attitude was so exemplary doing eternal benefit to other that soon Srila Bhakti Dayita Madhava After the disappearance of the Srila conditioned souls is to worship Sree Goswami Maharaj selected him as the Bhakti Dayita Madhava Goswami Krishna with pure secretary of the devotional institution Maharaj, as per his nomination and devotion. If God is satisfied, all will known as Sree Chaitanya Gaudiya direction, Srila Bhakti Ballabha Tirtha be satisfied. Math. He travelled extensively with Goswami Maharaja became the Srila Bhakti Dayita Madhava President-Acharya of Sree Chaitanya Goswami Maharaj on preaching tours. Gaudiya Math in 1979. He accepted , the order of hanting the Holy Name in Cthe association of pure devotees is the most effective sadhana for getting desired result early because as long as the sweetness of Sri Krishna is not tasted, this tug-of- war between worldly attraction and Krishna Bhakti will continue is preaching activities in India villages in India as well as traveling abroad, H propagating the divine message of Bhagavad- For the last five decades, Srila Gita and Srimad Bhagavatam. Without caring Bhakti Ballabh Tirtha Goswami for his own personal comfort and while Maharaja has been engaged in the undergoing many austerities, he maintains an propagation of the all-embracing extremely heavy preaching schedule, tirelessly doctrine of transcendental divine serving the mission of Sri Chaitanya love of Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu Mahaprabhu. to counter the present trend of His Divine Grace Srila Bhakti Ballabh Tirtha violence and cruelty, and to bring Goswami Maharaja is the President-Acharya of about unity of hearts among all, the Sri Chaitanya Gaudiya Math devotional irrespective of caste, creed or religion. institution as well as being the Founder of "Example is better than precept" is his GOKUL (Global Org anisation of way of preaching. He has always practiced Krishnachaitanya's Universal Love). He also what he preachescompassion toward all Wherever we shall devote our Preaching is not for serves as President of the World Vaishnava Preaching sake, it living entities, genuine kindness, complete energy, we shall go there. is not for mundane Association (WVA). He is acknowledged by temporary benefits. detachment, absolute tolerance, intense So, the wise, always devote Chanting of the Vaishnavas around the world as one of the most spiritual blissfulness, unflinching faith in glories of Sree their mind, intelligence, senses, exalted spiritual personalities of his generation. Krishna- His Sri Guru combined with exclusive Name, Form, words and everything for the Attributes and devotion, and complete surrender to Sri Pastimes is the best service of Sri Krishna. form of Devotation Chaitanya Mahaprabhu. His Divine (Bhakti). While Grace is also a renowned authority on performing Bhakti (Kirtan Bhakti), Gaudiya Vaishnava philosophy. He is preaching will be automatic. There is known for never deviating so much as an no need of making inch outside of the four corners of the separate endeavour for this. prescripts of the Holy Scriptures.

Although in his eighties, Srila Bhakti Ballabh Tirtha Goswami Maharaja is always on the move, visiting towns and is preaching activities in India villages in India as well as traveling abroad, H propagating the divine message of Bhagavad- For the last five decades, Srila Gita and Srimad Bhagavatam. Without caring Bhakti Ballabh Tirtha Goswami for his own personal comfort and while Maharaja has been engaged in the undergoing many austerities, he maintains an propagation of the all-embracing extremely heavy preaching schedule, tirelessly doctrine of transcendental divine serving the mission of Sri Chaitanya love of Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu Mahaprabhu. to counter the present trend of His Divine Grace Srila Bhakti Ballabh Tirtha violence and cruelty, and to bring Goswami Maharaja is the President-Acharya of about unity of hearts among all, the Sri Chaitanya Gaudiya Math devotional irrespective of caste, creed or religion. institution as well as being the Founder of "Example is better than precept" is his GOKUL (Global Org anisation of way of preaching. He has always practiced Krishnachaitanya's Universal Love). He also what he preachescompassion toward all Wherever we shall devote our Preaching is not for serves as President of the World Vaishnava Preaching sake, it living entities, genuine kindness, complete energy, we shall go there. is not for mundane Association (WVA). He is acknowledged by temporary benefits. detachment, absolute tolerance, intense So, the wise, always devote Chanting of the Vaishnavas around the world as one of the most spiritual blissfulness, unflinching faith in glories of Sree their mind, intelligence, senses, exalted spiritual personalities of his generation. Krishna- His Sri Guru combined with exclusive Name, Form, words and everything for the Attributes and devotion, and complete surrender to Sri Pastimes is the best service of Sri Krishna. form of Devotation Chaitanya Mahaprabhu. His Divine (Bhakti). While Grace is also a renowned authority on performing Bhakti (Kirtan Bhakti), Gaudiya Vaishnava philosophy. He is preaching will be automatic. There is known for never deviating so much as an no need of making inch outside of the four corners of the separate endeavour for this. prescripts of the Holy Scriptures.

Although in his eighties, Srila Bhakti Ballabh Tirtha Goswami Maharaja is always on the move, visiting towns and His worldwide preaching activities guidance regarding traveling to preach in the have also included many interesting dialogues At the behest of his beloved shiksha Srila A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami West. with prominent Catholic, Protestant, Jewish, guru (instructing preceptor), His Maharaja requested him to accompany Muslim and Baha'i theologians, in such diverse Divine Grace Srila Bhakti Promode him to the USA just prior to his Srila Bhakti Ballabh Tirtha Goswami settings as universities, interfaith groups, launching of the Hare Krishna Puri Goswami Maharaja, Srila Bhakti Maharaja, during his US tour in 1997, churches, Hindu temples and a wide variety of Movement in the West in 1965. addressed the United Nations 'World Ballabh Tirtha Goswami Maharaja metaphysical and private educational centers. Eventually, with the idea of Srila Bhakti Conference on Religion and Peace' and 'World All were invariably won over by his gentle and embarked upon preaching the Peace Prayer Society' in New York City, affectionate nature. He has also spoken on the offering them a succinct outline for world sublime teachings of Sri Chaitanya peace based upon the spiritual tenets of the Mahaprabhu on many radio and television ancient . All participating in these programs. Srila Bhakti Ballabh Tirtha meetings were very much taken by Maharaja's Goswami Maharaja, in lieu of requests by sweet and humble personality. devotees worldwide, gave his approval for the establishment of GOKUL (Global Organisation of Krishna Chaitanya's Interfaith dialogue: Universal Love), which he founded in 1997 with the goal of expanding his preaching His preaching programs over the past years mission worldwide. m e s s a g e o f S r i C h a i t a n y a Ballabh Tirtha Goswami Maharaja Mahaprabhu throughout the world, traveling outside India to propagate the beginning with America in 1997. Since all-embracing gospel of transcendental then he has continued to disseminate divine love of Sri Chaitanya throughout the world the chanting of Maharaprabhu, his Gurudeva, Srila Bhakti Dayita Madhava Goswami the Holy Name, which is the remedy Maharaja, ordered him to take lessons for all the afflictions of the current age in the German language. It was several of quarrel (Kali-yuga). Until now, his years after the disappearance of his preaching engagements have taken most revered Gurudeva when, due to him to 25 countries including the constant and persistent requests of England, Holland, Italy, Austria, devotees, he approached Srila Bhakti Germany, France, Russia, and Promode Puri Goswami Maharaja, throughout the length and breadth of who is one of the foremost associates the USA. of Srila Bhakti Siddhanta Saraswati Goswami Thakura Prabhupada, for His worldwide preaching activities guidance regarding traveling to preach in the have also included many interesting dialogues At the behest of his beloved shiksha Srila A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami West. with prominent Catholic, Protestant, Jewish, guru (instructing preceptor), His Maharaja requested him to accompany Muslim and Baha'i theologians, in such diverse Divine Grace Srila Bhakti Promode him to the USA just prior to his Srila Bhakti Ballabh Tirtha Goswami settings as universities, interfaith groups, launching of the Hare Krishna Puri Goswami Maharaja, Srila Bhakti Maharaja, during his US tour in 1997, churches, Hindu temples and a wide variety of Movement in the West in 1965. addressed the United Nations 'World Ballabh Tirtha Goswami Maharaja metaphysical and private educational centers. Eventually, with the idea of Srila Bhakti Conference on Religion and Peace' and 'World All were invariably won over by his gentle and embarked upon preaching the Peace Prayer Society' in New York City, affectionate nature. He has also spoken on the offering them a succinct outline for world sublime teachings of Sri Chaitanya peace based upon the spiritual tenets of the Mahaprabhu on many radio and television ancient Vedas. All participating in these programs. Srila Bhakti Ballabh Tirtha meetings were very much taken by Maharaja's Goswami Maharaja, in lieu of requests by sweet and humble personality. devotees worldwide, gave his approval for the establishment of GOKUL (Global Organisation of Krishna Chaitanya's Interfaith dialogue: Universal Love), which he founded in 1997 with the goal of expanding his preaching His preaching programs over the past years mission worldwide. m e s s a g e o f S r i C h a i t a n y a Ballabh Tirtha Goswami Maharaja Mahaprabhu throughout the world, traveling outside India to propagate the beginning with America in 1997. Since all-embracing gospel of transcendental then he has continued to disseminate divine love of Sri Chaitanya throughout the world the chanting of Maharaprabhu, his Gurudeva, Srila Bhakti Dayita Madhava Goswami the Holy Name, which is the remedy Maharaja, ordered him to take lessons for all the afflictions of the current age in the German language. It was several of quarrel (Kali-yuga). Until now, his years after the disappearance of his preaching engagements have taken most revered Gurudeva when, due to him to 25 countries including the constant and persistent requests of England, Holland, Italy, Austria, devotees, he approached Srila Bhakti Germany, France, Russia, and Promode Puri Goswami Maharaja, throughout the length and breadth of who is one of the foremost associates the USA. of Srila Bhakti Siddhanta Saraswati Goswami Thakura Prabhupada, for The Supreme Lord as the His creations who are all His parts and parcels. All living beings are interrelated through their His Center common bond with God. When there are many different centers of Material sense perceptions are delusional, interest, clashes between individuals, groups, thereby leading to the creation false egos that nations and so on are inevitable and bring about clashes of interest. Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu has said that if TEACHINGS unavoidable. For example, if a individual souls possess the number of different circles are knowledge that they are drawn, each with its own interrelated with God, then the Srila Bhakti Ballabh Tirtha Goswami Maharaja adroitly dispels the center, the circumferences clashes of interest will cease and everyone will live in are bound to overlap each doubts of those who come to him for spiritual guidance. He places great harmony. Therefore, divine other. But if there is one love is the best and only stress on the chanting of the Holy Names of Sri Krishna without offense. center of interest, all circles, solution for universal peace. This divine love (prema- He preaches complete surrender to the instructions of Sri Gurudeva. smaller and bigger, can be drawn around that one bhakti) for God can be c u l t i v a t e d b y ' n a m a - centerco-existing without sankirtana'the chanting of the a n y o v e r l a p p i n g o f Holy Names. In the present age "We reap Love God and all His Beings circumferences. According to Sri (the age of Kali) nama-sankirtana is Chaitanya Mahaprabhu, one the most effective way to achieve the fruits of should have knowledge p e a c e a s i t c a n b e Love of God is essential for human beings. According to Sri Chaitanya performed under any our own Mahaprabhu, transcendental divine love is the strongest spiritual force in of the real self and circumstances. In existence. It can establish close relations of love, and unity of hearts good and bad deeds. one's real interest, itself, it is a universal among all human beings. By this, real peace can be achieved in the world. the One Ultimate r e l i g i o n u n d e r If we wish to avoid suffering, we should not injure any jiva (living entity). which people of all We should not Divine love means love of Divinity and love of all in relation to Divinity. C e n t e r o f I n t e r e s t G o d . sects can unite, blame others irrespective of their Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu teaches us that all jivas come from the same Only the Supreme for the particular religious sourceGod. If we truly love God, then we will love all living beings Lord can be the faith. common center, as all afflictions we get automatically. Love is superior to non-violence. Non-violence means to souls have emanated from Lord Krishna has stated in abstain from doing injury to others. This is only a negative aspect, but Bhagavad-Gita (18.62) “O scion due to our own Him. love means to do good to others and this is a positive aspect. Sri of Bharata, surrender unto Him completely. Karma. By His Grace you will attain transcendental Love for God thus translates into love for all Chaitanya's message of divine love has, in recent times, received universal peace and the supreme eternal abode.” Only beings either great or small. And if such a love Others may total and unconditional surrender to God can appreciation throughout the world, and people belonging to different exists, then one cannot inflict injuries on bestow eternal peace upon us. The moment be instrumental, anyone. If we truly love God, then we cannot countries, nations and faiths have accepted that only universal love can we submit to God unconditionally, all our ills have the impetus to inflict injuries upon any of but not the cause. " beget everlasting peace. and sufferings will go. The Supreme Lord as the His creations who are all His parts and parcels. All living beings are interrelated through their His Center common bond with God. When there are many different centers of Material sense perceptions are delusional, interest, clashes between individuals, groups, thereby leading to the creation false egos that nations and so on are inevitable and bring about clashes of interest. Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu has said that if TEACHINGS unavoidable. For example, if a individual souls possess the number of different circles are knowledge that they are drawn, each with its own interrelated with God, then the Srila Bhakti Ballabh Tirtha Goswami Maharaja adroitly dispels the center, the circumferences clashes of interest will cease and everyone will live in are bound to overlap each doubts of those who come to him for spiritual guidance. He places great harmony. Therefore, divine other. But if there is one love is the best and only stress on the chanting of the Holy Names of Sri Krishna without offense. center of interest, all circles, solution for universal peace. This divine love (prema- He preaches complete surrender to the instructions of Sri Gurudeva. smaller and bigger, can be drawn around that one bhakti) for God can be c u l t i v a t e d b y ' n a m a - centerco-existing without sankirtana'the chanting of the a n y o v e r l a p p i n g o f Holy Names. In the present age "We reap Love God and all His Beings circumferences. According to Sri (the age of Kali) nama-sankirtana is Chaitanya Mahaprabhu, one the most effective way to achieve the fruits of should have knowledge p e a c e a s i t c a n b e Love of God is essential for human beings. According to Sri Chaitanya performed under any our own Mahaprabhu, transcendental divine love is the strongest spiritual force in of the real self and circumstances. In existence. It can establish close relations of love, and unity of hearts good and bad deeds. one's real interest, itself, it is a universal among all human beings. By this, real peace can be achieved in the world. the One Ultimate r e l i g i o n u n d e r If we wish to avoid suffering, we should not injure any jiva (living entity). which people of all We should not Divine love means love of Divinity and love of all in relation to Divinity. C e n t e r o f I n t e r e s t G o d . sects can unite, blame others irrespective of their Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu teaches us that all jivas come from the same Only the Supreme for the particular religious sourceGod. If we truly love God, then we will love all living beings Lord can be the faith. common center, as all afflictions we get automatically. Love is superior to non-violence. Non-violence means to souls have emanated from Lord Krishna has stated in abstain from doing injury to others. This is only a negative aspect, but Bhagavad-Gita (18.62) “O scion due to our own Him. love means to do good to others and this is a positive aspect. Sri of Bharata, surrender unto Him completely. Karma. By His Grace you will attain transcendental Love for God thus translates into love for all Chaitanya's message of divine love has, in recent times, received universal peace and the supreme eternal abode.” Only beings either great or small. And if such a love Others may total and unconditional surrender to God can appreciation throughout the world, and people belonging to different exists, then one cannot inflict injuries on bestow eternal peace upon us. The moment be instrumental, anyone. If we truly love God, then we cannot countries, nations and faiths have accepted that only universal love can we submit to God unconditionally, all our ills have the impetus to inflict injuries upon any of but not the cause. " beget everlasting peace. and sufferings will go. Sages of Ancient India: An in-depth Nectar of Hari-katha: A book of lectures by commentary on the holy lives and teachings of Srila Bhakti Ballabh Tirtha Goswami Maharaja. Dhruva and Prahlada. These famous Indian stories of a thwarted prince seeking redemption Hari-katha and Vaishnava Aparadha: A His and a saintly boy born to a demon king provide discussion of the eligibility for speaking Hari- WRITINGS inspiration for overcoming difficulties on the katha and the avoidance of offences toward bona- His Divine Grace Srila Bhakti Ballabh Tirtha Goswami spiritual path. fide devotees. Maharaja is always engaged in writing articles and books of a Suddha Bhakti: Transcending physical Other books soon to be published include: profoundly spiritual nature in native languages as well as in postures, this book details the practice of worship Sri Guru-Tattva: A definitive discourse on the known as bhakti, or the path of pure devotion. It English, for the eternal benefit of the souls of the world. Many offers a sublime explanation of the concepts of ontological position of the spiritual preceptor, of his writings are in the Bengali language but have been sambandha, abhidheya and prayojana: the true meaning which is a subject of paramount importance for of relationships, spiritual practice and the ultimate all sincere seekers. translated into many other languages. It would not be goal of existence. exaggerating to say that all bona-fide spiritual questions are Sri Archana-paddhati: A definitive guide to the answered with each turn of the page. His is the accumulated Dasavatara: A detailed account of the ten process of deity worship. primary manifestations of God, who descend to devotion, knowledge and wisdom of many generations of self- rescue the fallen souls of the world. Here you will Sri Vraja-mandala Parikrama: An account of realized souls, extending backward through time without find revealing commentaries on the attributes and the circumambulation and worship of the holy deviation from truth due to self-interest. pastimes of these famous avataras who are places of Vrindavanaan important Vaishnava described in authorized Vedic literatures and tradition. glorified in the exquisite poetry of the great Brief summaries of his books in English: Sri Chaitanya medieval saint, Sri Goswami. Puranic Charitavali: A book that will help familiarize the reader with some of the important Sri Chaitanya: His Life and Associates: An st nd His Life and Associates Affectionately Yours 1 & 2 Volumes: A clear sages and characters often mentioned in the Vedic absolute classic of unsurpassed beauty and understanding of the teachings of Lord Sri literaturesespecially the . literary scope, this very special volume is the Chaitanya Mahaprabhu presented in the form of definitive chronicle of the holy lives of an entire letters and articles by Srila Bhakti Ballabh Tirtha *Other books of compilations of lectures and lineage of Vaishnava spiritual leaders from the th Goswami Maharaja. articles are also currently being prepared. 10 century to the present day. Utilizing a vast range of contemporary historical and biographical sources, this most important work brings the reader to a deeper understanding of the saintly attributes of the associates of Sri Krishna Chaitanya Mahaprabhu. The reader is also provided with esoteric insights into the intimate nature of the devotional relationships that exist between the generations of and disciples throughout the centuries.

A Taste of Transcendence: There are two paths, one that leads to the soul's eternal welfare and one that leads only to the fleeting pleasures of the senses. This collection of sublime discourses encapsulates insightful analogies and lucid commentary on the essence of the divine teachings of Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu and the saints of ancient India. Sages of Ancient India: An in-depth Nectar of Hari-katha: A book of lectures by commentary on the holy lives and teachings of Srila Bhakti Ballabh Tirtha Goswami Maharaja. Dhruva and Prahlada. These famous Indian stories of a thwarted prince seeking redemption Hari-katha and Vaishnava Aparadha: A His and a saintly boy born to a demon king provide discussion of the eligibility for speaking Hari- WRITINGS inspiration for overcoming difficulties on the katha and the avoidance of offences toward bona- His Divine Grace Srila Bhakti Ballabh Tirtha Goswami spiritual path. fide devotees. Maharaja is always engaged in writing articles and books of a Suddha Bhakti: Transcending physical yoga Other books soon to be published include: profoundly spiritual nature in native languages as well as in postures, this book details the practice of worship Sri Guru-Tattva: A definitive discourse on the known as bhakti, or the path of pure devotion. It English, for the eternal benefit of the souls of the world. Many offers a sublime explanation of the concepts of ontological position of the spiritual preceptor, of his writings are in the Bengali language but have been sambandha, abhidheya and prayojana: the true meaning which is a subject of paramount importance for of relationships, spiritual practice and the ultimate all sincere seekers. translated into many other languages. It would not be goal of existence. exaggerating to say that all bona-fide spiritual questions are Sri Archana-paddhati: A definitive guide to the answered with each turn of the page. His is the accumulated Dasavatara: A detailed account of the ten process of deity worship. primary manifestations of God, who descend to devotion, knowledge and wisdom of many generations of self- rescue the fallen souls of the world. Here you will Sri Vraja-mandala Parikrama: An account of realized souls, extending backward through time without find revealing commentaries on the attributes and the circumambulation and worship of the holy deviation from truth due to self-interest. pastimes of these famous avataras who are places of Vrindavanaan important Vaishnava described in authorized Vedic literatures and tradition. glorified in the exquisite poetry of the great Brief summaries of his books in English: Sri Chaitanya medieval saint, Sri Jayadeva Goswami. Puranic Charitavali: A book that will help familiarize the reader with some of the important Sri Chaitanya: His Life and Associates: An st nd His Life and Associates Affectionately Yours 1 & 2 Volumes: A clear sages and characters often mentioned in the Vedic absolute classic of unsurpassed beauty and understanding of the teachings of Lord Sri literaturesespecially the Puranas. literary scope, this very special volume is the Chaitanya Mahaprabhu presented in the form of definitive chronicle of the holy lives of an entire letters and articles by Srila Bhakti Ballabh Tirtha *Other books of compilations of lectures and lineage of Vaishnava spiritual leaders from the th Goswami Maharaja. articles are also currently being prepared. 10 century to the present day. Utilizing a vast range of contemporary historical and biographical sources, this most important work brings the reader to a deeper understanding of the saintly attributes of the associates of Sri Krishna Chaitanya Mahaprabhu. The reader is also provided with esoteric insights into the intimate nature of the devotional relationships that exist between the generations of gurus and disciples throughout the centuries.

A Taste of Transcendence: There are two paths, one that leads to the soul's eternal welfare and one that leads only to the fleeting pleasures of the senses. This collection of sublime discourses encapsulates insightful analogies and lucid commentary on the essence of the divine teachings of Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu and the saints of ancient India. "The Vaishnava creed is 'Paramahamsya Dharma'. A swan has the ability to extract milk, the essence, from a mixture of milk and water. A true Vaishnava who is 'Paramahamsa' (the best among swans), can extract the good qualities of a person by ignoring their unecessary and worthless faults. The conditioned souls who are enveloped by the three primal material qualities of the illusory energy of the Supreme Lord (goodness, passion and ignorance), do not possess the capacity to see a person's good attributes and, instead, only see their defects. So long as they lack the competence to understand the superior perspective of the Vaishnava or guru, there is no possibility of their coming in contact with them."

-His Divine Grace Srila B.B. Tirtha Goswami Maharaj

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