Swami B.R. Sridhara Videos

In this talk from February 23rd 1982, Śrīla Śrīdhara Mahārāja is asked what is the conception of chastity for a disciple. In response, Śrīla Śrīdhara Mahārāja explains how chastity ultimately means one’s adherence to the truth of Kṛṣṇa consciousness. He also discusses the concept of ‘Śrī Gurun.’ » more

In this talk from February 23rd 1982, Śrīla Śrīdhara Mahārāja explains how knowledge must be adjusted and is systematic. A senior may fall back, and a junior may become elevated. However, he goes on to warn how Vaiṣṇavas do not follow Darwin’s line of thinking concerning “survival of the fittest.” » more

In this talk from Feb.22nd 1982, Śrīla Śrīdhara Mahārāja explains a surprising statement of Śrīla Bhaktisiddhānta Sarasvatī Ṭhākura concerning Vṛndāvana-dhāma, and how Bhaktivinoda Ṭhākura decided to pass his last days in Kurukṣetra. » more

In this talk given on February 21st 1982, Śrīla Śrīdhara Mahārāja explains the unique nature of the area in Śrī Navadvīpa-dhāma known as Aparādha Bhañjana Pāṭa, where Śrī Caitanya Mahāprabhu forgives great offenders. Śrīla Śrīdhara Mahārāja also explains how even the guru always considers himself... » more

In this discussion, Śrīla Śrīdhara Mahārāja is asked the question, "Why are there sometimes differences between pure devotees?" Śrīla Śrīdhara Mahārāja explains how due to differences in rasa and līlā, sometimes differences may occur. He also talks about the differences amongst the general devotees... » more

Swami B.R. Sridhara Maharaja gives an overview on Hegel's and Berkeley's views on reality and their similarity with the Vaishnava conception of the absolute truth. » more

Śrīla Śridhara Mahārāja explains how the guru may approach the sincere disciple in various aspects, and is not confined in a visual mind/eye experience. He also mentions how Kṛṣṇa Himself states that He is non-different from the guru, and how this point should not be ignored. » more

In this talk from February 21st 1982, Śrīla Śrīdhara Mahārāja explains something of the history and conception of the mahā-mantra according to the Gauḍīya Vaiṣṇava school of thought. » more

Srila B.R. Sridhara Maharaja speaks about the hidden avatara of Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu and also explains the two fold reason for His appearance as indicated in the verses of Srimad Bhagavatam. » more