No God, No Knowledge; Know God, Know Knowledge
By Ajit Krishna Dasa
Atheism has always been present in human society, but it is simply a sign of ignorance. The foolish conditioned soul thinks he is independent, but he does not realize that his very ability to think is controlled by the Supreme Lord. This book, 108 Problems with Atheism – According to Srila Prabhupada, will systematically expose the defects of atheistic philosophy using the divine knowledge of the Vedic scriptures.
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By Ajit Krishna Dasa
At your next vegetarian pizza party, as you reach for the ketchup to add that extra zest to your slice, consider the profound philosophical implications hidden in this simple act. Each squeeze of the bottle is not just an expectation of ketchup but a testament to the deep-seated, often unrecognized knowledge of God’s existence embedded within us. This seemingly trivial daily routine offers a compelling proof of God, rooted in the principles of Vaisnava presuppositional apologetics. Let’s delve into how this ordinary action reveals our innate awareness of a divine order governing the universe.
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By Ajit Krishna Dasa
Theists often put a lot of energy into crafting arguments for God’s existence—cosmological, teleological, moral—like they’re building a logical fortress brick by brick. But here’s the twist: the strongest argument for God isn’t built *with* logic—it’s logic itself.
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By Ajit Krishna Dasa
In the contemplative journey of epistemology, doubt serves not merely as a cognitive disturbance but as a profound engagement with the metaphysical inquiry into truth. In this presentation my aim is to explore doubt within the framework of Vaisnava presuppositionalism, thereby enriching both philosophical dialogue and spiritual insight. From the Vaisnava perspective, the process of doubting inexorably leads back to the Supreme Reality, Lord Krishna. This discourse explores how the act of doubting fundamental truths, such as the existence of God, paradoxically affirms His existence through the indispensable elements of truth, logic, and the uniformity of nature—all of which are manifestations of Krishna’s divine essence.
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By Ajit Krishna Dasa
You’ve got to hand it to vegans—most of them really care. They see the pain animals go through, they feel something deep inside, and they’re moved to action. That kind of empathy is rare in a world where people are often too distracted to care about anything but their own Netflix queue. From a Vaisnava perspective, this impulse to protect animals is beautiful. It’s a spark of the divine, a sign that there’s something deeper going on. But then, things start to unravel—big time—when atheism crashes the party. When you try to mix that compassion with atheism, things go sideways fast. It’s not going to work.
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By Ajit Krishna Dasa
Ever notice how some folks try to extract universal “truths” from every religion, as if they’re squeezing juice from a dozen oranges to make a single glass of cosmic OJ? That’s the vibe with metareligion—the idea that all religions are essentially saying the same thing, just in different languages, and that we can find a “higher perspective” by mashing them together. Sounds nice, right? Except, from a Vaisnava presuppositionalist perspective, it’s got some serious cracks in the foundation.
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By Ajit Krishna Dasa
Below is an educational conversation between myself and AI. I’ve asked the AI to play the role of an intellectual and honest atheist who’s willing to admit his or her mistakes.
Agnostic Atheist:
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By Ajit Krishna Dasa
A critic of my article “What Is Presuppositionalism and Why Does It Matter for Vaisnavas? wrote:
“Isn’t this just the argument from reason? It seems like that’s what you’re making. Presuppositionalism, on the other hand, is incoherent. From what I remember, presuppositionalism assumes God exists without proof.
Continue reading “Answering critics: Is Presuppositionalism for Vaisnavas?”
By Ajit Krishna Dasa (Denmark)
The accusation that presuppositionalism confuses ontology (what exists) with epistemology (how we know what exists) stems from a misunderstanding of the relationship between these two concepts. Presuppositionalists, especially from a Vaisnava perspective, would argue that this relationship is not a confusion but a necessary interconnection. Let’s break it down:
Continue reading “The Ground of Knowing: Why Ontology and Epistemology Are Inseparable in Vaisnava Presuppositionalism”
By Ajit Krishna Dasa
Srila A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, the founder-acharya of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON), often used simple yet profound analogies to convey deep philosophical truths. One such analogy is that of the frog in the well, which illustrates the limitations of a narrow, materialistic perspective. In his teachings, Srila Prabhupada used this story to critique the pride and narrow-mindedness of those who try to understand the vastness of existence without acknowledging the Supreme Personality of Godhead, Krishna. The analogy challenges the assumptions of secular science and emphasizes that true knowledge begins with accepting God as the ultimate foundation of all reality.
Continue reading “Bursting the Bubble: The Froglike Thinking of Secular Scientists”
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