Kartika Promotion Announcement
Sat, September 20, 2014
by Sunanda Das
Dear Devotees, Greetings from Sri Dhama Mayapur. The auspicious Kartika month is soon approaching, a favorite month of the Gaudiya Vaishnavas when we are always trying to do extra seva to make advancement and receive the mercy of the Lord. During this month devotional service is enhanced a thousand-fold and brings the devotee immense spiritual
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TOVP Exhibits
Fri, September 12, 2014
by Sunanda Das
In the mid-1990’s ISKCON scientist Sadaputa das (now deceased) of the Bhaktivedanta Institute was instrumental in designing the planetarium as well as various scientific exhibits for the TOVP project. In this Srimad Bhagavatam lecture/video (3.29.6) from 1997 his genius and intelligence stand out as he explains the nature and purpose of some of the exhibits,
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Let There Be a Temple – Srila Prabhupada Lilamrita, Vol 5
Fri, September 05, 2014
by Sunanda Das
From Srila Prabhupada Lilamrta, by HH Satsvarupa dasa Goswami. He had sent two of his disciples, Tamala Krsna and Bali-mardana, to purchase land in Mayapur. Six days had passed, however, and still they had neither returned nor sent word. He had told them not to return until they had completed the transaction, but six days
- Published in Inspiration, Old Days
Old and New Mayapur
Sat, August 30, 2014
by Nitya Priya Devi Dasi
In the photo on the left you can see how ISKCON Mayapur looked in 1979. A big field of vegetables in front of the main gate was all that was there at that time. Now you can see the beautiful Temple of the Vedic Planetarium quickly rising, with the fourth ring of the main dome
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Unity In Diversity – A Community Creates The TOVP
Sun, August 17, 2014
by Muralidhara Priya das
In celebration of Sri Krishna Janmasthami and Srila Prabhupada Vyasa Puja Part Two of the film series documenting the construction of Prabhuapada’s flagship project Temple of the Vedic Planetarium in Mayapur, West, Bengal, India, has been released. While Part One entitled “The Cosmos out of the Rice Fields” explores the history and start-up of the project, Part Two
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Nursery Update
Mon, July 07, 2014
by Bhumi Devi Dasi
The trees in the nursery are green and lush. With over 2000 planted, they are inventory for the vast landscaping that will be done on the TOVP grounds and surrounding areas. Several different species will be used to frame the striking building. Once finished, the TOVP will resemble a grand palace set in princely topography.
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Rising Moon
Thu, June 26, 2014
by Muralidhara Priya das
On the glorious and auspicious hundredth anniversary of the disappearance day of Srila Bhaktivinod Thakur, this brand new video about the TOVP project, which was so dear to Srila Bhaktivinod Thakur has been released. Many of our prominent leaders in ISKCON have spoken very well to encourage participation from all members of ISKCON society. This
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TOVP Canada Team To Promote TOVP In Canada
Sat, June 14, 2014
by Sunanda Das
As the devotional ecstacy of building and completing the TOVP increases like the flood of love of God, devotees worldwide are coming forward to assist with promotion and fundraising. Officially formed under the banner of the Toronto, Ontario temple with the guidance and inspiration of His Holiness Bhaktimarga Swami, the TOVP Canada Team has begun
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Helicopter Service
Fri, May 30, 2014
by Bhumi Devi Dasi
Exciting news lands in Mayapur. A service whereby helicopters transport pilgrims and devotees from Kolkata to Mayapur is moving forward. Today marked the first time the journey was made and several people greeted the arrival with enthusiasm. The next step is negotiating the fee which will be charged to interested parties using this quick transportation.
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