ISKCON Bangalore Case: Reality of Ritvikism (Video)

ISKCON Bangalore Case: Reality of Ritvikism (Video)

ISKCON Bangalore Case: Reality of Ritvikism The ISKCON Bangalore case revolves around a long-standing legal and theological dispute within the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON). The central issue pertains to the system of initiation—specifically, ISKCON Bangalore’s adoption of the “Ritvik” system versus the traditional guru-parampara system accepted by ISKCON worldwide. Background ISKCON was founded by A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada in 1966. Before his passing in 1977, he appointed 11 disciples to act as ritvik […]

 May 19, 2025
ISKCON : Establishment Day : July 13, 1966

ISKCON : Establishment Day : July 13, 1966

ISKCON: Establishment Day: July 13, 1966 The International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) is a worldwide affiliation of bhakti-yoga practitioners. Though relatively new to the western world, Krishna consciousness is at the heart of India’s timeless spiritual culture. For anyone looking beyond what this temporary, limited world has to offer, ISKCON is what the Chamber of Commerce is for those looking to get ahead in business. About His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada The […]

 July 13, 2019