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Temple courtyard representing Srila Prabhupada's spiritual mission

Founder-Acharya of ISKCON

Srila Prabhupada

A spiritual visionary who carried the timeless wisdom of Krishna consciousness across the world, transforming millions of lives through devotion, knowledge, and compassion.

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Temple passage symbolizing Srila Prabhupada's life journey

FOUNDER-ACHARYA OF ISKCON.

Biography.

Srila Prabhupada was born in 1896 in Calcutta (now Kolkata) as Abhay Charan De. From childhood, he was deeply connected with devotion and spiritual culture.

In 1922, he met his spiritual master Bhaktisiddhanta Sarasvati Thakur, who inspired him to spread Vedic knowledge in English to the Western world.

After years of preparation, at the age of 69, he traveled alone to the United States in 1965 with minimal resources, determined to fulfill his guru's instruction.

Journey to the West

At an age when most retire, he began his greatest mission.

With no money, no support, and only faith, Srila Prabhupada arrived in New York. From humble beginnings, chanting in parks and speaking to small groups, he sparked a global spiritual movement.

MILESTONES OF A GLOBAL MISSION.

Timeline.

  1. 1896

    Birth in Calcutta

  2. 1922

    Meets spiritual master

  3. 1933

    Initiation

  4. 1959

    Accepts sannyasa

  5. 1965

    Travels to USA

  6. 1966

    Establishes ISKCON

  7. 1977

    Leaves this world in Vrindavan

ISKCON was officially founded in 1966 in New York.

PRACTICAL WISDOM FOR EVERYDAY LIFE.

Teachings.

Chanting Hare Krishna mantra

Bhakti Yoga (Devotional service)

Simple living, high thinking

Study of Bhagavad Gita & Vedic scriptures

Compassion and universal brotherhood

SCRIPTURAL LEGACY FOR THE WORLD.

Books & Contributions.

Srila Prabhupada translated and wrote more than 70+ books on Vedic knowledge, including core works that continue to guide spiritual seekers globally.

  • Bhagavad-gita As It Is
  • Srimad Bhagavatam
  • Teachings of Lord Chaitanya

His books are used globally and translated into many languages.

GLOBAL KRISHNA-MISSION.

Legacy.

From a single journey to America, Srila Prabhupada built a global movement.

Today, ISKCON has hundreds of temples, communities, and millions of followers worldwide. His teachings continue to guide generations toward a life of purpose, discipline, and devotion.

"The purpose of life is to revive our love for God."

"Chant and be happy."

CONTINUING THE MISSION TODAY.

Connect to ISKCON Bhopal BYC.

ISKCON continues the mission of Srila Prabhupada by guiding through spiritual knowledge, discipline, and community.