Spiritual teachers

Here in the sacred land of Māyāpur Dhām, you were performing ārati to Lord Nṛsiṁhadeva on Nṛsiṁhadeva Caturdaśī. Observing you in that moment reminded me of something I see in you every day—no matter where you are or what the circumstances may be, you consistently show us the true value of this precious gift of Kṛṣṇa consciousness.

Every step you take is thoughtful, intentional, and filled with genuine care.  Your unwavering dedication in service to Their Lordships continues to amaze me.

Your commitment never wavers. There is never an excuse, never a moment where distraction pulls you away. You show up fully, wholeheartedly, and with complete sincerity. You serve the Lord with every part of yourself.

When I saw you looking upward and the light shining down on you, something in me paused. In that moment, I felt your unshakable faith—your complete trust in your spiritual master and the previous ācāryas. It reminded me how deeply you live the teachings of Śrīla Prabhupāda, not as concepts, but as the guiding truth of your life.

Through your words, your choices, your quiet strength, you show what it means to truly believe in the instructions of Lord Kṛṣṇa as passed down through Prabhupāda’s books. And you keep reminding me, gently and consistently, to go back to those books—because you know that real faith grows from sincere study.

To me, you are a living example of what it means to be an instrument of Kṛṣṇa. Every day you rise ready to face Māyā on behalf of those who look to you. Your determination lifts me. Even when I feel weak or unsure, your steadiness pulls me forward.

In all your travels, you meet thousands of souls, yet everywhere you go, you leave a piece of your unlimited compassionate heart with us. I can still hear your first words when you arrived and saw us: “Are you all okay?” That simple question revealed the depth of your concern and love.

Your compassion runs so deep, touching every heart that comes near you. I pray that countless more souls may experience even a fraction of the mercy and love that flow so naturally from you. All of this—every ounce of inspiration, every spark of devotion—is only possible because of your boundless compassion.

You give us the chance to taste the sweetness of this loving relationship with Kṛṣṇa. Who else could do that? Only you—the most compassionate, loving father, whose heart beats for all of us.

During the sannyāsa initiation in the sacred land of Vrindavan, I was reminded again of how merciful you are—not only to this fallen soul, but to every soul wandering through this universe. It feels as though you carry no other desire except to help us, your lost children, find our way back to Kṛṣṇa.

On that day, seeing two of your dear disciples take another step closer to Him must have filled your heart with such joy. Although half way around the world, I felt humbled by your kindness and mercy.  Truly, it is only by your merciful glance that I am able to keep going in this world—that I have any hope of making spiritual progress at all.

On August 25, 2023, you came to our home for the very last time. That visit was unforgettable—not only did you shower our family with your love, celebrating my husband’s birthday, but you also blessed me with an extraordinary opportunity to deepen my studies in art.  You graciously signed my painting. It was a pivotal moment in my life, one I will never forget.

Later that December, when we came to India, you arranged a meeting with a professional devotee artist for me and encouraged me to learn from him. I still remember how you called me afterward to ask how it went, showing your care and interest in my growth. That encouragement sparked the inspiration for Kishori Kreates—it all began with your blessing.

I pray that this blessing may always be used in your service and in the service of the Lord. May this work deepen my love, help me meditate, and connect more fully with Kṛṣṇa. And may it become a humble window through which others can glimpse the beauty and light of the spiritual world.