Scripture and Interpretation
Sastra as authority, pramana, hermeneutics, Manu-smrti/dharma-sastra authority, sadacara.
The “Buddhafication” of Srila Prabhupada, Part 2
For some devotees within ISKCON, what counts as evidence from Śrīla Prabhupāda's statements depends on what their opinion is. If the śāstra supports what someone already believes Śrīla Prabhupāda meant, then it…
The “Buddhafication” of Srila Prabhupada
In Sri Caitanya-caritamrita, Madhya-lila 9.49, Srila Prabhupada comments on the nine truths of the Buddhists and how Lord Sri Caitanya Mahaprabhu defeated them. One of their truths is that Lord Buddha is…
In Defense of Vaisnava-diksa according to Narada-Pancaratra
Below is the executive summary of our paper, which is a short, initial response to Sriman Madana Mohana Prabhu's our book Vaisnava-diksa according to Narada-Pancaratra (2019). Click here for
Why we wrote Vaisnava-diksa according to Narada Pancaratra?
A devotee named Madan Mohan Dasa of Russia recently published now available online for free.) But before I present a summary overview of our book's intent and purpose, some remarks about the…
Srila Prabhupada and Bharadvaja-samhita are in harmony
This is my [email] response to Anuttama Prabhu's objection to our presentation of our research on the Bharadvaj Samhita, which is an authorized shastra that is a part of Narada Pancharatra. Anuttama…
On taking sides
Taking Krishna’s side defines us as Krishna’s devotees. Taking a different side defines us as something different. Krishna’s side is described in sastra and, therefore, sastra is a self-evident authority. I am…
When Vedas are Misinterpreted
Religious zealots force twisted interpretations to suit their selfish propaganda A religious zealot, famed for his so-called knowledge of the Vedas, quotes Yajur Veda (32.3) to prove that God has no form. Whether God has a form or…
Śrīla Prabhupāda’s Presentation of Śāstra
Śrīla Prabhupāda did not present śāstra as a dry academic subject to be theorized, discussed, and armchair-philosophized about. Instead of giving abstruse explanations, he spoke and lived the essence of śāstra. He repeatedly emphasized the…
