FAQ

ISKCON stands for the International Society for Krishna Consciousness. It is a spiritual organization spreading Krishna consciousness worldwide.

ISKCON was founded by His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada in 1966.

Lord Krishna is worshipped as the Supreme Personality of Godhead and the source of all creation.

Yes, ISKCON follows Gaudiya Vaishnavism, a tradition within Hindu philosophy.

Hare Krishna Hare Krishna, Krishna Krishna Hare Hare, Hare Rama Hare Rama, Rama Rama Hare Hare.

Chanting purifies the mind, brings peace, and awakens spiritual consciousness.

Yes, everyone is welcome regardless of religion, nationality, or background.

Visitors are advised to wear modest and respectful clothing.

Darshan means seeing the Deities and receiving spiritual blessings.

No, Deities are worshipped as sacred spiritual forms according to Vedic scriptures.

Prasadam is food offered to Lord Krishna and then distributed as a blessing.

Yes, all food served in ISKCON temples is strictly vegetarian.

Vegetarianism supports non-violence, compassion, and spiritual purity.

Bhagavad Gita is a sacred scripture containing Lord Krishna’s teachings.

Yes, entry to ISKCON temples is free for all visitors.

You can donate online or at the temple donation counters.

Yes, donations are eligible for tax exemption as per government rules.

Yes, ISKCON welcomes volunteers for various services.

No meat eating, no intoxication, no gambling, and no illicit sex.

Yes, regular classes on Bhagavad Gita and Srimad Bhagavatam are conducted.

Kirtan is congregational chanting of the holy names of Krishna.

Yes, children are welcome and special programs are conducted for them.

Janmashtami, Ratha Yatra, Gaura Purnima, Radhashtami and many more.

No, ISKCON is for householders, students, and professionals.

The purpose of life is to revive our relationship with Krishna.

Yes, the soul is eternal and takes birth again after death.

Yes, women actively participate in all spiritual activities.

No, ISKCON does not force conversion and welcomes all.

Yes, ISKCON books are open for everyone to read and learn.

By chanting the Hare Krishna mantra, reading Bhagavad Gita, and associating with devotees.