Ajit Krishna Dasa
Knowledge, Reason & Reality
From the Vaisnava Intellectual Tradition
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Explore the complete collection of articles and essays, arranged chronologically with the newest first. Browse through the archive to discover earlier writings.
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If There Is One Truth, Why Are There So Many Religions?
Many religions claim to possess the highest truth, yet their accounts of God, spiritual practice, and the ultimate goal of life often differ considerably. How should we understand these differences?…
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Former ISKCON Sannyasi Turned Atheist: Why Wayne Boyd’s Critique of Gaudiya Vaisnavism Presupposes the God He Denies
Ajit Krishna Dasa’s response to Wayne argues that the shift in personal beliefs does not determine truth or falsity of religious views. He asserts that rational norms require a conscious,…
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Ricky Gervais’ Fallacy: A Vaisnava Critique of the “One Less God” Argument
This post by Ajit Krishna Dasa examines the comedic and philosophical implications of Ricky Gervais’s remarks on theism and atheism. It critiques the simplification of religious disagreements, misconceptions of epistemic…
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Why Hridayānanda Lost to Dillahunty: When the Foundation Is Conceded
The debate between Hridayānanda Dāsa Gosvāmī and Matt Dillahunty highlights a core issue of methodology rather than the strengths of Vaiṣṇava vs. atheistic positions. Hridayānanda’s acceptance of an atheist epistemology…
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From Bhakti to Self-Development (Part 3): A Critical Review of The Way of the Monk by Gaur Gopal Das
The article discusses a trend within Krishna consciousness, where traditional teachings are increasingly framed as modern self-help spirituality. This shift repositions spiritual wisdom as tools for personal improvement, rather than…
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From Bhakti to Self-Development (Part 2): A Critical Review of The Art of Focus by Gauranga Das
The article by Ajit Krishna Dasa highlights a concerning transformation in the public presentation of Krishna consciousness, shifting from a theology of divine surrender to a framework of personal development.…
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From Bhakti to Self-Development (Part 1): A Critical Review of The Conscious Lifestyle by Gaura Nitai Das
In recent years, Western spirituality has shifted towards self-improvement, framing religious practices as tools for personal well-being rather than devotion. The book “The Conscious Lifestyle” exemplifies this trend, presenting Krishna…
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From Rules to Reality: Normativity and the Personal Ground of Order
The content discusses the nature of rules and norms, highlighting their non-material yet objectively binding nature in games and legal systems. It argues that reality contains non-physical structures, with deeper…
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When Criticizing Women Becomes a Blind Spot
Ajit Krishna Dasa critiques the bias in devotional discussions that blame women for faults while neglecting men’s shortcomings. He emphasizes that Śāstra describes numerous male weaknesses, including lust, pride, hypocrisy,…
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When “Lack of Belief” Equals Denial of God
Ajit Krishna Dasa argues that atheists’ claim of lacking belief in God is a rejection of a God who claims to be innately known to everyone, as stated in the…
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Why God Allows Evil: The Masochism of the Soul
The article explores the question of why an all-good, all-powerful God allows suffering and evil. It proposes that suffering exists not due to God’s need, but because souls desire experiences…
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The Flying Spaghetti Monster Testifies to What It Tries to Deny
The Flying Spaghetti Monster parody aims to highlight that belief in God is as irrational as belief in absurdities. However, it inadvertently affirms the concept of a creator by preserving…
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Self-Deception and Vaisnava Theology: Understanding the Soul’s Will to Forget
Self-deception, the denial of one’s inherent truth as a servant of Kṛṣṇa, is central to the conditioned soul’s plight in bhakti-yoga. This suppression stems from envy and desire for independence,…
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Srila Visvanatha Cakravarti Thakura and the Transcendental Argument
This short passage from Śrīla Viśvanātha Cakravartī Ṭhākura’s commentary on Śrīmad-Bhāgavatam 10.87.2 is a great example of Vaiṣṇava presuppositional apologetics in action, because the logic here is not an evidentialist…
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Śrī Caitanya’s Horoscope Refutes the Tropical Zodiac
As the popularity of Vedic astrology grows among modern spiritual seekers, so too does the confusion regarding fundamental concepts such as the zodiac itself. One of the most serious misunderstandings…
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No God, No Logic: The Epistemic Suicide of Atheism
The text argues against the assumption that logic is a valid epistemic tool, claiming it lacks grounding without a divine source. It contends that both atheism and flawed logic lead…
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Rewriting Krishna’s Reality?
The content by Ajit Krishna Dasa critiques the contemporary tendency of individuals to redefine reality to suit personal beliefs, arguing this desire stems from a longing to assert divine control…
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A Vaisnavism Response to the Problem of the One and the Many
The enduring philosophical question of unity versus diversity is explored, noting that without reconciliation, knowledge becomes fragmented, leading to instability. Vaisnava philosophy asserts that Krishna embodies both oneness and multiplicity…
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Do Devotees Die? The Death of a Myth!
In some devotee circles, there’s a taboo against saying a devotee “dies,” which is not supported by scriptures or the founder’s teachings. Death is simply the soul leaving the body;…
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Religion, Fear, and the Reptilian Brain: Why People Reject God Before Understanding Him
It is often assumed that people reject religion due to rational analysis. However, from a cognitive and neurological perspective, this assumption is questionable. In many cases, rejection of religion is…
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Western Words With Roots In Sanskrit
Sanskrit is not just a classical language of philosophy and sacred literature — it is an original root language whose influence still lingers in many of the words spoken in…