Sarvottam Sadhan Harinaam Sankirtan

In this Harikatha Srila Gurudev is explaining the true essence of a sadhu and that it can be recognized through their devotion and bhajans, not by outward appearance. The association with a pure devotee can indeed bring transformative spiritual benefits, helping to dissolve past misfortunes and guiding us toward a path of devotion.

On the Disppearance of Srila Srivas Pandit

Srila Gurudev glorifies Srivas Pandit, who plays a vital role in Mahaprabhu's pastimes, particularly in the dissemination of unconditional love and devotion. As a close associate of Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu, Srivas Pandit exemplifies pure devotion and deep attachment to the Lord. Srivas's home was a central hub for Mahaprabhu’s teachings and congregational chanting (sankirtan), highlighting his commitment to spreading love and devotion.

Sharanagati

Srila Gurudev emphasise, how sharanagati is crucial for attaining Bhakti and Divine grace. This surrender involves six types of humility and surrender outlined by the teachings of Chaitanya Mahaprabhu as well as the scriptures. Complete Sharanagati often comes through the grace of Sadhu Sangha and is supported by past sukriti. Control over the mind is also essential to this path, as it helps in aligning one's actions, thoughts, and desires with spiritual goals.

Significance of Establishing Math

Srila Gurudev emphasizes the critical importance of establishing Maths, particularly in the context of the current age of Kali Yuga, which is characterized by widespread spiritual degradation and the weakening of traditional practices. To counteract decline of spiritual practices and preserve spiritual integrity, Srila Bhakti Siddhanta Saraswati Goswami Thakur Prabhupadh established 64 Gaudiya Maths around the world. These institutions serve as centers for practicing Hari bhajan (devotional service) under the guidance of pure Sadhu, Guru, and Vaishnavas. By surrendering to these enlightened guides, one can attain spiritual realization and connect with Bhagwan in this human lifetime. He urges not to waste any time and to begin devotional activities immediately, as this human existence is a rare and precious opportunity.

Harikatha On The Appearance Of Sri Purushottam Das Thakur

Srila Gurudev in the initial part of the Harikatha narrates the glories of Purushottam Das Thakur. Later, he speaks about Navadvipa Dhama Parikrama giving a crisp overview about the Parikrama.

On The Disappearance Of Srila Bhakti Gaurav Vaikhanas Goswami Maharaj

While remembering Srila Bhakti Gaurav Vaikhanas Goswami Maharaj, Srila Gurudev spoke about how Srila Prabhupad attracted him and brought him to Mayapur to take his shelter. Gurudve gives an important teaching here that how Guru knows through his inner connection where all his disciples are and how to bring them to his shelter. In this regard, Gurudev remembers how Sriman Mahaprabhu graced Gopal Bhatta Goswami though he was staying far from Jagannath Puri Dham. Gurudev explains about the inner connection further by giving an example of how a mother has such a connection with her child and she comes to know, without any information, if her child is in any difficulty. Gurudev narrates his childhood incident in which he was in some difficulty and his mother immediately came to him without even getting any message externally. Gurudev also narrates two incidents in which Srila Paramgurdev affectionately corrected him. One is about wrapping up his tridaṇḍa. The other incident is when he was asked to read Srimad Bhagavatam and his Guruvarga Srila Trivikram Goswami Maharaj, even though requested by him sat on a lower āsana than him. This Harikatha especially has many important teachings and glories of Srila Paramgurudev also.

On The Appearance Of Srila Bhakti Kumud Santa Goswami Maharaj

Srila Gurudev sings the glories of Srila Bhakti Kumud Santa Goswami Maharaj and narrates about the depth of his relation with his Gurudev Srila Bhakti Dayita Madhav Goswami Maharaj. He also narrates the teachings of one Harikatha delivered by Srila Santa Goswami Maharaj on the real identity of Sriman Chaitanya Mahaprabhu. In reference to many contexts, he also sings the glories of Srila Paramgurudev.

Harikatha On Dussehra Sri Ganga Puja

Guruji sings the glories of the sacred waters of Ganga, explaining how the Ganges descended from the lotus feet of Lord Vishnu (Vishnu Padpadma). He highlighted the spiritual significance of Dussehra, a festival during which performing Ganga puja is believed to free one from ten types of sins. Gurudev also sings the glories of Sri Ganga Mata Goswamini and Srila Baldeva Vidyabhushan Prabhu.

Harikatha On Shivaratri (Bengali)

Srila Gurudev explains Shiva-tatva in detail and the mood with which Vaishnavas worship Shiva. Giving evidence from Srimad Bhagavatam, he states that Shiva is the topmost amongst all the Vaishnavas. He also instructs us to pray to Shiva to get entrance in the Dham(the abode of Supreme Lord) as he is the protector of all of the Dham and without his permission no one can enter in Dham. He advises us not to lose the opportunity to pray to Shiva on the Holy Shivaratri Tithi which is very dear to him. His grace can award us Krishna-bhakti.