Difficulties of Kali Yuga
November 12 , 2007
Hare Krishna,
It is unfortunate that in this age of Kali everything has become so degraded that Lord Krishna's devotees have such difficulties with even the simplest of things, like sustaining the body nicely. So what can be done? We can only continually pray to Krishna that we be allowed us to serve Him in any circumstance, despite these difficulties which are beyond our control. It is apparent from your email that you are a sincere devotees desiring to rise the topmost platform of pure devotional service, and as Krishna is situated in your heart He is fully aware of your situation and sincerity.
But we can take instruction from the life of Krishna's dear most devotee Prablad Maharaj, he was similarly placed into very difficult circumstances due to his birth in a demoniac family and all the attempts by his demoniac father to convert him to his demoniac lifestyle. However, Prahlad Maharaj persevered and ultimately was personally saved by Lord Kirshna in His manifestation as Lord Nrsimhadeva. So I would suggest that you take shelter of Prahlad Maharaj, and adopt his example of continually taking shelter of Lord Krishna despite your difficult circumstance.
Continue with your regular chanting of Krishna's holy name
Hare Krishna, Hare Krishna, Krishna Krishna, Hare Hare
Hare Rama, Hare Rama, Rama Rama, Hare Hare
Read Bhagavad-gita and Srimad Bhagavatam as much as possible when not engaged in your educational study. And when on break take shelter of advanced devotees and their good association. Make Krishna the center of your life in every way, and this minor impediment will in no way interfere with your spiritual progress.
Sincerely,
Dulal Chandra dasa
It is unfortunate that in this age of Kali everything has become so degraded that Lord Krishna's devotees have such difficulties with even the simplest of things, like sustaining the body nicely. So what can be done? We can only continually pray to Krishna that we be allowed us to serve Him in any circumstance, despite these difficulties which are beyond our control. It is apparent from your email that you are a sincere devotees desiring to rise the topmost platform of pure devotional service, and as Krishna is situated in your heart He is fully aware of your situation and sincerity.
But we can take instruction from the life of Krishna's dear most devotee Prablad Maharaj, he was similarly placed into very difficult circumstances due to his birth in a demoniac family and all the attempts by his demoniac father to convert him to his demoniac lifestyle. However, Prahlad Maharaj persevered and ultimately was personally saved by Lord Kirshna in His manifestation as Lord Nrsimhadeva. So I would suggest that you take shelter of Prahlad Maharaj, and adopt his example of continually taking shelter of Lord Krishna despite your difficult circumstance.
Continue with your regular chanting of Krishna's holy name
Hare Krishna, Hare Krishna, Krishna Krishna, Hare Hare
Hare Rama, Hare Rama, Rama Rama, Hare Hare
Read Bhagavad-gita and Srimad Bhagavatam as much as possible when not engaged in your educational study. And when on break take shelter of advanced devotees and their good association. Make Krishna the center of your life in every way, and this minor impediment will in no way interfere with your spiritual progress.
Sincerely,
Dulal Chandra dasa