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Q: [Buddhi yoga] What is Buddhi-yoga mentioned by Krishna in the Bhagavad-gita?

A: Kṛṣṇa consciousness is the fully blissful and enlightened state of devotional service. Therefore, th ...

Q: [Celibacy when not in KC] Many people who do not practice Krishna consciousness say that they are li ...

A: Kṛṣṇa consciousness is the fully blissful and enlightened state of devotional service. Therefore, th ...

Q: [Chanting while sitting on bed] When I chant, I sit on the bed and chant because in the hall and oth ...

A: Not exactly offensive. One may sit in a comfortable place or any available space, but there is a cer ...

Q: What is the difference between superstition and genuine spirituality?

A: What is called superstition? Superstition means a sentimental or blind belief in something that is n ...

Q: Can we read the book Chanakya Niti? Will it be helpful?

A: Now, spiritually speaking, it is not required to read Chanakya Niti for spiritual understanding or f ...

Q: [Proper way of reading SB] Please explain the right method to read Srimad Bhagawatam. Should we just ...

A: Now, when you ask whether one should simply keep reading and reading — yes, reading should certainly ...

Q: Is having a fixed shiksha Guru necessary?

A: A guru is definitely necessary for spiritual life. However, one cannot simply accept anybody and eve ...

Q: [Stopping negative thoughts] How can one effectively stop the automatic influx of negative thoughts ...

A: This is basically happening because you are dwelling too much on the past. You keep feeling sorry ab ...

Q: [Not following what is right for spiritual progress] Why is it that often people are aware of what i ...

A: This is a very interesting question, and it is true that many times people know that what they are d ...

Q: What is Ashtavakra Gita? Is it different from Srimad Bhagavad-gita?

A: It is a conversation between Ashtavakra and Maharaja Janaka, the father of Sita Devi and the father- ...