About Us
Uncover the eternal wisdom of India
A Beacon of Spirituality on Historic Ground
ISKCON Kurukshetra welcomes you on a journey towards spiritual awakening. Nestled in the holy land of Kurukshetra, where the epic Mahabharata unfolded, our temple is dedicated to spreading the timeless message of Krishna consciousness.
Inspired by Srila Prabhupada’s Vision
Our founder, His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, dreamt of establishing a grand temple complex in Kurukshetra. This vision guides our mission to make spiritual knowledge and practices accessible to all.
The Importance of ISKCON Kurukshetra in Sanatan dharma & Hinduism
History
Kurukshetra has a special guest appearance in the great epic of the Mahabharata, where the Bhagavad Gita unrolling in the chaos of the Kurukshetra War. This epic confrontation between the Pandavas and Kauravas, two different branches of a royal family, is the screen for the profound philosophical conversation between Lord Krishna and Arjuna, a brave warrior.
Righteousness
As stated by Adi Shankaracharya Ji, Gita Bhagavad is treated as a special holy book which has all what the Supreme Personality of Godhead Himself really says. This one stands apart even from other holy books which are considered the most holy one. Bhagavad Gita, which is the priceless notions of Sri Krishna, can never be separated from Krishna.
Cultural Heritage
In essence, Kurukshetra, the site of the Bhagavad Gita’s discourse, embodies historical, religious, philosophical, and cultural significance. It stands as a tangible symbol of the profound dialogue between Lord Krishna and Arjuna, remaining a revered destination for pilgrimage, reflection, and spiritual study.
“ maline mocanam pumsam, jala-snanam dine dinesakrid
gitamrita-snanam, samsara-mala -nashanam ”
One may cleanse himself daily by taking a bath in water, but if one takes a bath even once in the sacred Ganges water of Bhagavad-gita, for him the dirt of material life is altogether vanquished.
Glories of Kurukshetra Dham
As a kshetra kurukshetra from the olden days is a sacred place of pilgrimage both for human beings as well as the gods themselves. It holds the significance being a place where adharmic influences have to be uprooted and the world from the trappings of evil is for the maintenance of righteousness. This consecrated space has become a beacon of spiritual power pulling those seeking god from the four corners of the earth to pay respect, seek blessing, and partake in its all-mighty aura.