It was Rasa Purnima, the full moon night of October. According to the Srimad Bhagavatam this was the night when Lord Krishna performed the Rasa dance, a dance that represents the most perfect intimacy between the soul and God.
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Brigade Reports to Radhanath Swami
First, in the early nineties, my wife and I took to bhakti yoga. Then our parents and brothers followed suit. With Radhanath Swami as our friend, philosopher and guide, bhakti grew more pleasing and exciting with every passing day. Soon, we ached for bhakti to fill our very lives, and in our enthusiasm sought Radhanath Swami’s guidance for almost anything.
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On a Pilgrimage with Radhanath Swami
In 1990, I again visited Vrindavan, a holy place in North India. I had been there fifty-odd times before and knew its every nook and corner. Things changed little with time in these relatively remote places. So, even on this visit everything looked familiar, but with Radhanath Swami
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From Chillums to Chants
After reading Radhanath Swami’s The Journey Home,
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The Unforgettable Dimly Lit Night
An unforgettable night! It was pitch dark except for the faint light that shimmered from the crescent moon and the stars above.