Welcome to ISKCON
For over 50 years, the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON), popularly known as the Hare Krishna Movement, has shared the transformative practice of bhakti-yoga with millions around the world.
We are a vibrant, global spiritual community rooted in ancient Vedic wisdom and guided by the teachings of our founder, His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada who came to New York in 1965 at the age of 70 with a mission: to share the timeless wisdom of the Bhagavad-gita and the practice of loving devotion to Krishna with the world.
Latest ISKCON News
The Nigerian KAICIID Fellows, representing Christian, Muslim, Vaishnava, and Traditionalist communities, joined voices in a national appeal for calm and…
Rasananda Das, aka Happy Jack (in black), with GEV monks and retreat participants. A group of 42 yoga practitioners from…
Submitted by Visnu Murti Das, Founder of Vanipedia. A collaborative wiki invoking and manifesting Srila Prabhupada’s Vani presence. A Chronicle…
Maha Prasad Govinda Das, center with yellow garland. As part of outreach preaching efforts beyond the UK, Maha Prasad Govinda…
When Balram Thanki speaks about the mridanga, his voice settles into a steady rhythm of its own. The drum has…
Today, during his state visit to India, Russian President Vladimir Putin was presented with a copy of the Bhagavad‑gītā translated…
Murari Mohini Devi Dasi and Chintamani Devi Dasi with the residents of Sardanga village. Mayapur Clean and Green, the environmental…
On December 3rd, the Supreme Court of India accepted the review petition of ISKCON India (Reg. in 1971, Mumbai) and…
The Annual ISKCON Zone 1 Leaders Conference was held in Montreal with the theme “Feel, Heal, and Be Real.” Jai…
On the sacred occasion of Gita Jayanti, Dayal Mora Das, Temple President of ISKCON London, announced the launch of a…
In May 2025, the Supreme Court of India issued a long-awaited judgment in the decades-long dispute between ISKCON Mumbai—the society…
Since 2016, Jagadananda Das has served at the Durban Festival of Chariots, offering guidance and support in the Bhakti Cloud…
The ISKCON Justice Ministry will host its first Annual Global Conference online this Sunday, December 7, 2025. The event marks…
“The humble sages, by virtue of true knowledge, see with equal vision a learned and gentle brāhmaṇa, a cow, an…
Indradyumna Swami and organizers of the US Sadhu Sanga Kirtan Retreat have announced that the 2026 gathering will take place…
Year 9 and 10’s assembly presentation to the school on Ratha Yatra. Hare Krishna School is celebrating the New Zealand…
The Bhaktivedanta Research Center (BRC) has taken a significant step toward fulfilling a prophetic vision by launching an online course…
When Aradhya-Nitai-Rama Das first stepped into an ISKCON temple four years ago, he was searching for direction. Today, he stands…
Leaders from more than thirty temples and outreach centers across Canada and the northern United States gathered in Montreal, Canada,…
The recently acquired Temple in St. Louis, and a rendition of what is envisaged for the future temple. Recently, ISKCON…
Mission & Vision
ISKCON envisions a world where spiritual life is not separate from daily life, but its very foundation. Our mission is to awaken the natural devotion within every soul by creating opportunities to connect with Krishna through philosophy, culture, community, and service. We seek to build a society rooted in spiritual values—where harmony with nature, respect for all beings, and inner fulfillment are not ideals, but everyday realities. Guided by the teachings of Lord Chaitanya and our founder Srila Prabhupada, we aim to inspire hearts and transform lives—locally and globally.
Global Impact
Our temples are more than buildings—they are homes of joy, devotion, learning, and peace. We welcome you to visit, join a festival, take a tour, enjoy a meal, and experience Krishna consciousness for yourself.
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“In the Srimad Bhagavatam, Srila Prabhupada writes, ‘To be compassionate is the mission of life. Everything one has should be engaged for the benefit of others.”
(ISKCON Sannyasi & Spiritual Teacher)
“I liked Prabhupada’s humbleness. I always liked his humility and his simplicity… I think Prabhupada’s accomplishments are very significant; they’re huge.”
(Legendary Beatles Singer )
“I convey my deep appreciation and respect for His Divine Grace AC Bhaktivedanta Swami Srila Prabhupada, the founder Acharya of ISKCON, who spread the message of Krishna consciousness all over the world.”
(Former President of India)
“We feel that the origins of kirtan are not talked about enough in the yoga community, they don’t know that the first person to chant kirtan in public was Lord Chaitanya. We want to help people understand him and the importance of his contribution to kirtan and to the world.”
(Musician and Bhakti Artist)
“Life is temporary, but this human birth is rare and sacred. In this brief time we’re given, we have the chance to awaken divine love.”
(ISKCON Sannyasi & Spiritual Teacher)
“We stay committed to serving as His Divine Grace Srila Prabhupada taught us.”
(Bollywood Actress & Politician)
“I’ve visited ISKCON temples many times. There’s a deep peace and simplicity there that is rare in the modern world.”
(Musician & Vegan Activist)
“Chanting, bhakti—it’s healing. The way ISKCON shares these sacred practices with everyone is really powerful.”
(Musician, Artist, Wellness Advocate)
“Srila Prabhupada gave us the holy name not as theory, but as our home. That’s the gift of bhakti.”
(ISKCON Monk & Spiritual Teacher)
“Devotion is at the heart of music. The bhakti tradition ISKCON shares is full of that energy—timeless and transformative.”
(Sitar Virtuoso & Composer)
“Srila Prabhupada didn’t just build temples—he built hearts that could carry Krishna everywhere.”
(Musician & Bhakti Artist)
“ISKCON is not just a movement—it’s a heart revolution started by one pure devotee with boundless compassion.”
(ISKCON Monk & Spiritual Teacher)
“The chanting of Hare Krishna is a way to connect with God. ISKCON’s work in bringing that forward is powerful and important.”
(Lead Singer, The Beach Boys)
Learn how to get involved
We are students, teachers, farmers, artists, monks, mothers, scientists, children, and elders. ISKCON is now home to over 95,000 initiated devotees and millions of supporters from all walks of life.