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Leaders to Protect ISKCON from Discrepancies

Novices and idealistic devotees sometimes question why there are misconceptions and improper practices in a perfect process. We should understand that anomalies are in part a natural consequence of the attempt to practice a perfect spiritual science in an imperfect world full of less than perfect souls. Misconceptions arise from ignorance and faithlessness; improper practice from ulterior motives for personal gain or prestige. Thus as Krsna consciousness continues to spread throughout the world, so will impediments to genuine devotion.

Spreading Krsna consciousness is like sowing flower seeds. It is inevitable that weeds will sprout along with the flowers. A gardener must be able to distinguish the desired plants from the weeds and to pull the weeds as soon
as they appear. Similarly, wherever Krsna consciousness spreads, the weeds of impure devotion will sprout. All devotees must carefully weed the garden of their heart as well as the greater garden of ISKCON. It is the preachers’
duty, then — and it is especially the duty of those who take positions of authority as temple presidents, sannyasis, spiritual masters, and GBC secretaries — to protect the Society from misunderstandings and the disparities they cause. Srila Prabhupada’s sincere followers must be properly equipped to protect ISKCON from discrepancies so that the Society’s legacy, the path of pure devotion to Krsna, may be kept clear.

(from Suddha-bhakti Cintamani, ch. 15)

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