ISKCON Sanyasi

Bhakti Bhringa Govinda Swami joined ISKCON in Buffalo, NY, in 1971, receiving initiation from Srila Prabhupada that same year. He served in ISKCON centers in Buffalo and Toronto before moving to Vrindavan in 1977. From 1979 to 1987, he served in ISKCON temples in Greece, Israel, Italy, and France. Returning to Vrindavan, he established the Food For Life program. Known for his lively congregational chanting events, he became a GBC member in 2000 and currently serves as zonal secretary for various regions.

ISKCON Sanyasi

Devamrita Swami’s journey from a devout Christian upbringing to immersion in Krishna consciousness began at Yale University in 1972 after encountering Srila Prabhupada’s teachings. Since joining ISKCON in 1973, he has dedicated over three decades to spreading the message of Bhagavad-gita and Srimad-Bhagavatam worldwide. As an author and member of ISKCON’s Governing Body, he inspires spiritual seekers globally and advocates for socially-conscious approaches to spirituality, sustainability, and economics.

ISKCON Sanyasi

Joined ISKCON in London and was initiated by Srila Prabhupada in 1972. Janananda Goswami Maharaj has served in various places around the world including, UK and Europe, Africa, India, Malaysia, Philippines, Australia, New Zealand and America. Maharaj is well known for his ecstatic kirtans, harinam and book distribution in the line of Lord Caitanya Mahaprabhu. Maharaj’s quick wit, humility and loving personal nature is very uplifting and inspires us all to take shelter of the Lotus feet of Srila Prabhupada and Lord Krishna.

ISKCON GBC, Speaker

B.Tech graduate from IIT Bombay, holds numerous key roles within ISKCON, as GBC member, trustee of ISKCON GBC College, and director of the award-winning Govardhan Ecovillage. He also serves as Co-President of ISKCON Chowpatty and administrative director for the Bhaktivedanta Research Centre, Kolkata. Renowned for dynamic presentations, he has delivered over 10,000 discourses on scriptures such as Srimad Bhagavatam and Bhagavad Gita, making spirituality both accessible and compelling.

ISKCON Sannyasi, Guru

He was born on February 10, 1945, in Birmingham, UK, and graduated with honors in Fine Arts from the Bath Academy of Art. Initiated by Srila Prabhupada in 1971, he became a full-time temple renunciate that same year. He has traveled extensively in India and globally to support and fund ISKCON’s temple projects, including significant contributions to temples in Bangladesh, Nepal, and India. His dedicated efforts have played a crucial role in expanding the reach of Krishna Consciousness worldwide.

Speaker, Preacher

Originally from London, UK, he graduated from the London School of Economics with a degree in Politics and Philosophy, later earning a Master’s from Birkbeck University of London. With a background in Motivation and Leadership Consulting, he contributes to various initiatives through workshops. Known for his speaking and preaching skills, he addresses topics like “Leadership from Within,” “Empowerment through Yoga and Meditation,” and “Stress Management.” He is a senior disciple of HH Bhakti Tirtha Swami.

ISKCON Sanyasi

Disciple of Srila Prabhupada, Jayadvaita Swami serves as an editor, publisher and teacher within ISKCON. He played a significant role in editing Prabhupada’s books, received initiation in 1968, and co-founded the Vrindaban Institute for Higher Education in 1987. Since 1988, he has directed the Bhaktivedanta Book Trust in Africa. From 1991 to 1998, he was the editor-in-chief of BTG magazine. Although he doesn’t initiate disciples, he contributes widely to publish and teaches Krishna consciousness philosophy.

ISKCON Sanyasi

A disciple of Srila Prabhupada, Indradyumna Swami serves as a traveling preacher and guru in the Gaudiya tradition. He travels globally, teaching the Bhagavad-gita and leading chanting of the Hare Krishna maha mantra. His annual activities include coordinating the Festival in Polish Baltic coast from June to September and leading pilgrimages to Vrindavan during the sacred month of Kartik. He documents his experiences in “The Diary of a Traveling Preacher,” now in its eighth volume, published annually as a book.

Speaker, Preacher

Since 1984 she became closely connected to ISKCON Secunderabad. She received initiation from HH Jayapataka Swami in 1998 in Atlanta, USA. With degrees in Commerce, Education & Management of Voluntary Organizations, she currently is the Principal of ISKCON’s Divine Touch School. Alongside her husband, H.G. Samba Das, President of ISKCON Visakhapatnam, she manages various responsibilities and initiated the successful Bhakti Yoga Residential Summer camp in Visakhapatnam for school children.

ISKCON Sanyasi

Originally from New Zealand, Bhakti Caitanya Swami joined the Hare Krishna movement in London, early in 1973. A year before, as a philosophy student at Auckland University, he had first seen his future spiritual master walking across the campus with his followers. Srila Prabhupada initiated him later in 1973, giving him the name Raghubir Dasa. Eleven years later in Mayapur, the order of sannyasa was awarded to Bhakti Caitanya Swami, who is an initiating spiritual master for many devotees around the world at a present time.

ISKCON Sannyasi, Guru

Born in Budapest in 1949, was initiated into ISKCON by A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada in 1973 and later became a sannyasi in 1979. After serving ISKCON in Canada, the USA, and the UK, he focused on leading the movement in Hungary, Romania, and Turkey from 2003. His leadership has significantly advanced Krishna consciousness in Hungary, making ISKCON one of the country’s top religious groups. He continues to be a pivotal figure in guiding and expanding the movement in these regions.

ISKCON Sanyasi

Svayam Bhagavan Keshava Swami is a spiritual author, mentor, and teacher. After graduating from UCL in 2002, he embraced full-time monastic life to deepen his spirituality and share timeless principles. For over two decades at ISKCON UK’s headquarters, Bhaktivedanta Manor, he pioneered the School of Bhakti, led monastic training programs, authored ten books, and accepted lifetime renunciation vows in 2022. Now a globe-trotter, he teaches in various settings, aiming to spread ancient wisdom.

ISKCON Sannyasi

Graduated in Oriental Fine Arts History from the University of British Columbia, Canada, joined the Hare Krishna movement in 1970 and was initiated by Srila Prabhupada in 1971. Taking sannyasa in 1984, he has become an authority on Deity worship within ISKCON and has been a GBC member since 2003, overseeing South India and co-GBC for Japan. He has translated 15 key Gaudiya Vaishnava texts and is involved in temple projects in Chennai and Tokyo, while sharing his deep spiritual knowledge globally.

Author, Speaker

Dedicated member of ISKCON, he has made significant contributions through various roles, including regional leader and mentor and devotional education. Known for his deep understanding of Vedic scriptures, he is also an accomplished author of several books that explore and elucidate key aspects of Krishna consciousness. His work in organising seminars and outreach programs has been pivotal in expanding ISKCON’s impact, while his writings continue to inspire and guide devotees worldwide.