Finding Constant Absorption in Krishna Consciousnes

(written on Nov 22, 2019)

(References: SP Lecture on SB 2.1.1)

Srila Prabhupada made note in his lecture that it was both important for a devotee to enlighten others but to also remain enlightened. This is the purpose of the devotee. He said, “Our Krsna Consciousness movement is very scientific, authorized, so our business is to enlighten people as far as possible, and at the same time we must remain enlightened.” So, how do we remain in Krsna Consciousness always?

Srila Prabhupada explains that one can be Krsna Conscious always by strictly adhering to the principles of Krsna Consciousness and thinking about Krsna 24 hours a day. He refers to BG 7.14 which states that, “This divine energy of Mine, consisting of the three modes of material nature, is difficult to overcome. But those who have surrendered unto Me can easily cross beyond it.”

Surrendering comes from following the principles as Srila Prabhupada explained in his lecture on SB 2.1.1, “If you very strictly adhere to the principle of Krsna Consciousness, then maya will not be able to touch you. That is the only remedy. Otherwise maya is always looking for the opportunity, loophole, how she can capture you again.” The main principle of Krsna Consciousness is hearing and chanting the glories of the Lord (shravanam, kirtanam), and the best way to do so is by chanting the Mahamantra. Hence Srila Prabhupada continues that, “So always chant Hare Krsna mantra be in touch with Krsna in so many ways, then you are secure. Maya will not be able to touch you.” In this way, one can remain Krsna Conscious always.