A curated archive of 168 emails and correspondence related to the preservation of Srila Prabhupada's legacy and the protection of his mission.
Reporter: Does "surrender" mean that someone would have to leave his family? Śrīla Prabhupāda: No. Reporter: But suppose I were to become an initiate. Wouldn't I have to come and live in the temple? Śrīla Prabhupāda: Not necessarily. Reporter: I can stay at home? Śrīla Prabhupāda: Oh, yes. Reporter: What about work? Would I have to give up my job? Śrīla Prabhupāda: No, you'd simply have to give up your bad habits and chant the Hare Kṛṣṇa mantra on these beads—that's all. Reporter: Would I have to give any financial support? Śrīla Prabhupāda: No, that is your voluntary wish. If you give, that's all right. And if you don't, we don't mind. We do not depend on anyone's financial contribution. We depend on Kṛṣṇa. Reporter: I wouldn't have to give any money at all? Śrīla Prabhupāda: No. Reporter: Is this one of the main things that distinguishes the genuine guru from the fake guru? Śrīla Prabhupāda: Yes, a genuine guru is not a businessman. He is a representative of God. Whatever God says, the guru repeats. He does not speak otherwise. From: The Science of Self-Realization, Chapter 2: "Choosing a Spiritual Master, What Is a Guru?" Your Servants, JFSPF Team.
This communication addresses questions raised regarding the implementation of the July 9th, 1977 directive on initiations within ISKCON. The GBC Secretariat wishes to clarify the historical context and the original intent behind Srila Prabhupada's instructions...
Our legal team has reviewed the recent Supreme Court proceedings regarding the child protection PIL. The following update outlines the current status, pending filings, and recommended next steps for the Foundation...
During our recent archival review, we uncovered previously unreleased transcripts of room conversations from 1977. These transcripts shed light on the discussions surrounding the appointment of ritvik representatives...
This memorandum outlines the mandatory reporting requirements under the POCSO Act for all ISKCON institutions. Temple presidents are required to familiarise themselves with these guidelines and ensure full compliance...
The GBC body has passed Resolution 2023-501 establishing a review committee to examine the current guru system in light of Srila Prabhupada's original instructions. The committee will submit its findings by the next annual meeting...
The National Commission for Protection of Child Rights has issued a directive in response to our PIL. The directive requires state commissions to examine the allegations and submit reports within 90 days...
On this anniversary of the July 9th, 1977 letter, our research team presents a comprehensive analysis of the document, its historical context, and its implications for the continuation of Srila Prabhupada's initiation system...
The GBC body reaffirms its position on the ritvik system as outlined in Resolution 1990-1. This communication provides the full text of the position statement and invites responses from concerned devotees...
This confidential report summarises testimonies received from survivors of abuse within ISKCON institutions. All identifying information has been redacted to protect the privacy and safety of the individuals concerned...
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