The last argument where prabhu mentions Guru is eternal. Does that mean I can get initiated by Lord Brahma? Why stop there…can I get Lord Krsna as my diksa guru?
Did Srila Prabhupada say a diksa-guru is eternal or did he say the guru-tattva is eternal?
Physical presence is not the real qualification for initiation. Even during Srila Prabhupada's presence, some disciples were initiated and later fell down. That shows that physical proximity alone is not the determining factor.
A bona fide spiritual master is an empowered representative of Lord Krishna. Krishna is situated in everyone's heart as Paramatma and knows the sincerity of every soul. Through sincere prayer and service, both Krishna and the spiritual master can recognize when a devotee is ready to receive mercy.
The idea that a disciple must personally tell the guru, "I am now qualified for initiation," is not a very strong argument. Qualification is not established simply by a verbal declaration. A conditioned soul may think he is ready when he is not, while another may humbly think he is unqualified and yet be spiritually mature.
If Krishna in the heart can guide and inspire a sincere devotee, He can also reveal that devotee's sincerity to His pure representative. Spiritual life ultimately depends on divine guidance, not on physical distance.
Srila Prabhupada repeatedly emphasized that vani, spiritual instruction, is more important than vapuh, physical presence. The real connection is through hearing, following instructions, and sincere service. Physical presence may be helpful, but it is not the essential principle. The essential principle is the spiritual relationship established through faith, obedience, and mercy.
The last argument where prabhu mentions Guru is eternal. Does that mean I can get initiated by Lord Brahma? Why stop there…can I get Lord Krsna as my diksa guru?
Did Srila Prabhupada say a diksa-guru is eternal or did he say the guru-tattva is eternal?
@Jitesh108 Prabhupada is making devotees through his books and can therefore initiate someone into spiritual life. That is sufficient to begin one's spiritual journey. Formal initiation alone is not the essential qualification for advancement. If someone accepts initiation from a so called guru who lacks genuine qualifications, or who remains on the kanistha adhikari platform, then spiritual progress may become very difficult. Real advancement depends on receiving proper guidance from a qualified representative of the disciplic succession. Can Jesus initiate if you pray to him..?
The last argument where prabhu mentions Guru is eternal. Does that mean I can get initiated by Lord Brahma? Why stop there…can I get Lord Krsna as my diksa guru?
Did Srila Prabhupada say a diksa-guru is eternal or did he say the guru-tattva is eternal?
Yes, "This is the law" if spiritual.master is qualified.
The last argument where prabhu mentions Guru is eternal. Does that mean I can get initiated by Lord Brahma? Why stop there…can I get Lord Krsna as my diksa guru?
Did Srila Prabhupada say a diksa-guru is eternal or did he say the guru-tattva is eternal?
@Jitesh108just believe blindly in your bogus guru and keep quiet.
Listening to this in 2025, it sounds like they destroyed the tapes with the clear instructions of the Ācārya, then put Satsvarupa up to getting the tape they needed — leading to a contradictory and confusing picture. What is clear is that "successor ācāryas" and their sycophants were liars, conditioned souls, and actively collaborated in a conspiracy to usurp Śrīla Prabhupāda's movement.
@karnamrtakrishnadasa4078that we ca the prampara chain is broken.. 😊
It seems that Jad has admitted in his own talks that he is possessed by certain evil spirits and that he is a demon like person. This kind of shouting only reveals his character and the aggressive energy behind his desire for power and control. In this case, I think the Jews have unfortunately become involved with the wrong spiritual community. That person should be removed from any position of influence as soon as possible.
Furthermore, his extraordinary efforts to alter Srila Prabhupada's books, the books of an Acarya, suggest that he considers himself more qualified, more intelligent, and in a position to correct his own spiritual master. At times, it appears as if he sees himself as a co-author or even the true architect of Srila Prabhupada's books. Such an offensive attitude is deeply troubling and raises serious questions about humility, obedience, and respect for the acarya.
Did Srila Prabhupada say a diksa-guru is eternal or did he say the guru-tattva is eternal?
A bona fide spiritual master is an empowered representative of Lord Krishna. Krishna is situated in everyone's heart as Paramatma and knows the sincerity of every soul. Through sincere prayer and service, both Krishna and the spiritual master can recognize when a devotee is ready to receive mercy.
The idea that a disciple must personally tell the guru, "I am now qualified for initiation," is not a very strong argument. Qualification is not established simply by a verbal declaration. A conditioned soul may think he is ready when he is not, while another may humbly think he is unqualified and yet be spiritually mature.
If Krishna in the heart can guide and inspire a sincere devotee, He can also reveal that devotee's sincerity to His pure representative. Spiritual life ultimately depends on divine guidance, not on physical distance.
Srila Prabhupada repeatedly emphasized that vani, spiritual instruction, is more important than vapuh, physical presence. The real connection is through hearing, following instructions, and sincere service. Physical presence may be helpful, but it is not the essential principle. The essential principle is the spiritual relationship established through faith, obedience, and mercy.
Did Srila Prabhupada say a diksa-guru is eternal or did he say the guru-tattva is eternal?
Did Srila Prabhupada say a diksa-guru is eternal or did he say the guru-tattva is eternal?
Did Srila Prabhupada say a diksa-guru is eternal or did he say the guru-tattva is eternal?
Furthermore, his extraordinary efforts to alter Srila Prabhupada's books, the books of an Acarya, suggest that he considers himself more qualified, more intelligent, and in a position to correct his own spiritual master. At times, it appears as if he sees himself as a co-author or even the true architect of Srila Prabhupada's books. Such an offensive attitude is deeply troubling and raises serious questions about humility, obedience, and respect for the acarya.
Do we now understand why Srila Prabhupada did not appoint a successor?