H.H. Jayapataka Swami makes a visit

On December 4, 2010, Jayapataka Swami graced the TOVP offices with his divine presence. We are always so ecstatic for him to visit and share his thoughts and ideas. Jayapataka Swami has continuously been a top figure in Mayapur Dham, and he is truly invested in its bright future. We here at the offices feel
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Straight from the Horse’s Mouth

Here at the ToVP construction site we utilize everything for the service of Krishna whether it is big, small, mechanical or a horse. Yes, I said horse; and a very fortunate one at that. There is some rough ground where tractors cannot go, and Mr. Ed das did his best to help out. As you
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The Dham is Calling Your Name

I have wanted to write a blog about encouraging devotees to come to visit Mayapur for a long time now. It’s a topic that is very dear to my heart because I never thought it would be possible even for me to one day get here; a lonely 25 year old barely holding on to
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New look manifesting on the ground

A View From the Top

All glories to Srila Prabhupada! A few updates: As we had reported in an earlier article, the monsoon season has been upon us for a good three months now. Usually this means havoc on construction work and progress but surprisingly the rains have not been too torrential! The sky has been clear and the ground
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ToVP Cinemas Presents: Construction Tour Video – Episode 1

For your transcendental viewing pleasure, Sadbhuja Das and team have put together a video documenting the present state of the temple construction. In it you will not only be able to see live progress, but also an in depth explanation of every part of the project. This is just phase one that we are showing
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Revati Rupeshwari devi dasi

New Addition to the ToVP Staff

We would like to welcome Revati Rupesvari Devi Dasi to the staff of the ToVP. Since Vishaka Dasi will unfortunately be leaving us in 3 weeks, Krsna was kind enough to send Revati dd. our way to take over her post. It has only been a week, but so far she has been working at
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Opinion of a ToVP Staff Mataji

When I first moved to Mayapur in October of 2009 the air was still calm and the landscape was still undisturbed. Nothing was out of place; no pounding of metal, nor the grinding of wheels was heard on the grounds. The buzz about building the grand temple had still not hit my ears. I was
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His Holiness Jayapataka Swami blesses the construction site and collection efforts

His Holiness Jayapataka Swami blesses the construction site and collection efforts

On the ninth of July, His Holiness Jayapataka Swami graced the construction site of the Temple of the Vedic Planetarium with his presence. After a discussion with Lavanga Manjari Devi Dasi (our Chief Finance Officer) concerning the required funds for the completion of the temple, He gave her Shrimati Radharani’s flower garland, saying that Lakshmi
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Woooohoooooo 1000 piles!

A milestone has been reached; 1000 piles! We here at the TOVP are so very excited to share the news with all of you at home! As of right now there are 1002 piles… Also, we have just fitted on our first pile cap; as seen below. This is another giant step in the temple
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