Category: Theology

The Dangers of So-called Neutrality in Preaching

By Ajit Krishna Dasa

The Danger of Adopting an Atheistic Approach

In preaching, I often see devotees of Krishna unknowingly abandon our Vaisnava worldview in favor of an atheistic epistemology. This tends to happen when we engage with atheists or those who rely solely on sense perception and logic—what the Vedic teachings call the aroha-pantha (the ascending path). In such discussions, devotees sometimes concede to the atheistic claim that their aroha-pantha approach is neutral and, therefore, scripture cannot be accepted as proof.

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Atheists Observe Life but Fail to Account for It

By Ajit Krishna Dasa

One of the greatest failures of atheistic thought is that while atheists observe life all around them, they are unable to account for its origin in a coherent and consistent way. They assume life must have emerged from matter, yet they cannot demonstrate how or why this would happen. Their worldview fails to provide a foundation for explaining life itself. Materialistic scientists propose that life arises from non-life through random chemical reactions, but this claim remains speculative and unsupported by observable evidence. Srila Prabhupada repeatedly challenged this notion, emphasizing that life comes from life, not from dead matter.

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Atheism is a Rebellion Against God, Not an Honest Inquiry

By Ajit Krishna Dasa

Atheism does not arise from superior intelligence or deeper understanding of reality. Rather, it is a rebellion against the Supreme Lord. The conditioned soul, bewildered by material illusion, refuses to submit to the authority of Krishna and instead manufactures various philosophies to deny Him. Srila Prabhupada repeatedly emphasized that atheism is not based on logic or evidence but on the desire to be free from divine authority.

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The Fundamental Flaw of Atheism

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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What Is the Role of a Guru in Spiritual Life?

The Wisdom of Srila Prabhupada: Lesson 8:

Question:

Why is a guru necessary for spiritual advancement?

Answer:

A bona fide guru acts as a spiritual guide, leading the disciple on the path of self-realization. Śrīla Prabhupāda emphasized that without the guidance of a guru, it is impossible to understand the teachings of the scriptures or achieve genuine spiritual progress.

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Why Is Chanting the Hare Krishna Mantra So Important?

The Wisdom of Srila Prabhupada: Lesson 7

Question:

Why is chanting the Hare Krishna mantra emphasized so much in bhakti-yoga?

Answer:

Chanting the Hare Kṛṣṇa mantra is the most effective means of spiritual realization in this age of Kali. Śrīla Prabhupāda explains that the mantra directly connects us with Kṛṣṇa, purifying the heart and awakening our natural love for Him.

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What Is Bhakti-yoga?

The Wisdom of Srila Prabhupada: Lesson 6

Question:

What is bhakti-yoga, and how does it differ from other paths of spiritual practice?

Answer:

Bhakti-yoga, the yoga of devotion, is the process of reconnecting with Kṛṣṇa through loving service. Śrīla Prabhupāda describes bhakti-yoga as the highest and most direct path to self-realization because it is based on developing a personal, loving relationship with the Supreme Personality of Godhead.

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