Welcome to ISKCON
Our 60th Anniversary
Established in 1966, the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON), popularly known as the Hare Krishna Movement, has shared the transformative practice of bhakti-yoga with millions around the world. We are a vibrant, global spiritual community rooted in ancient Vedic wisdom. ISKCON is guided by the teachings and example of our Founder-Acharya, His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada. Srila Prabhupada came to New York in 1965 at the age of 70 with a mission: to share the timeless wisdom of the Bhagavad-gita and the practice of loving devotion to Lord Krishna with the world.
ISKCON International World Headquarters in Mayapur, West Bengal
Latest ISKCON News
Devotees of ISKCON Auckland come together to discuss and strengthen Devotee Care initiatives. Devotee Care (DC) is an important and…
As ISKCON Vrindavan’s Krishna Balaram Cultural Center (KBCC) continues to rise beside the historic Krishna-Balaram Mandir, project leaders recently shared…
Devotees gather in orange to participate in the annual King’s Day harinam in Amsterdam. Amsterdam’s annual King’s Day celebrations again…
Thousands of spectators lined the streets of downtown Houston on April 11 as devotees from ISKCON Houston brought kirtan, Lord…
What’s your mailing address? Is it eternal? Chances are, if you are reading this, your current residence is not your…
ISKCON Navi Mumbai has officially released the schedule and registration details for the International Gita Scholarship Test (IGST) 2026. The…
The ISKCON Ministry of Education is entering an exciting new phase of global development. This phase is characterized by expanded…
Dedicated volunteers from Bhaktivedanta Manor were recently honored with an invitation to the annual King’s Garden Party at Buckingham Palace.…
Abhishek offered to Chota Nitai Gaurahari at ISKCON Lenasia. Devotees and senior leaders from across South Africa gathered at ISKCON…
TACEL Founders counseling a couple. Strong families serve as the foundation of healthy ISKCON communities. But in today’s fast-paced and…
Devotional dance and kirtan during Charlotte’s St Patrick’s Day parade. What began as small home gatherings among a handful of…
Bhakti Kids, an initiative of ISKCON Congregational Development Ministry (CDM), has opened registration for its third Purushottama Month Challenge, a…
S.B. Keshava Swami, Rasananda Das (Happy Jack), and Rev. Dr. Dean Teddy Hickman-Maynard, Associate Dean for Ministry Studies at the…
Following the inauguration of the ISKCON Constitution on February 4, 2026, legal justice pathways are being further formalized within ISKCON’s…
450+ Brahamcharis attending the NIDC Retreat in Vrindavan. In the spiritually charged atmosphere of Vrindavan, over 450 brahmacharis gathered for…
Around forty Italian members of the congregation gathered at Goloka Ecofarm in Pontinvrea (Savona, Italy) for a three-day retreat, May…
A new devotional music album, All Attractive, by musician and Bhakti practitioner Ishwari-Radha Devi Dasi, was released on April 19,…
This May 27–31, 2026, ISKCON North America will host the Spiritual Leadership Seminar: Being Guru in ISKCON for the first…
Radhanath Swami performing the arati of the Anantashesh laid during the foundation stone laying ceremony. On Akshaya Tritiya, one of…
On the occasion of Narsimha Chaturdashi Mahotsav, the “Sarvabighn Binashan Maha Narsimha Yagya 2026” was held on April 29-30th for…
Mission & Vision
ISKCON envisions a world where spiritual life is not separate from daily life, but is its very foundation. Our mission is to awaken the natural devotion within every soul by creating opportunities to connect with Krishna through philosophy, culture, community, and service. We seek to build a society rooted in spiritual values—where harmony with nature, respect for all beings, and inner fulfillment are not ideals, but everyday realities. Guided by the teachings of Lord Krishna and our Founder-Acharya Srila Prabhupada, we aim to inspire hearts and transform lives—locally and globally.
Global Impact
Our temples are more than buildings—they are homes of joy, devotion, learning, and peace. We welcome you to visit, join a festival, take a tour, enjoy a meal, and experience Krishna consciousness for yourself.
700+
Centers Worldwide
3B+
Meals Served
6K+
Festivals Annually
110+
Vegetarian Restaurants
“In the Srimad Bhagavatam, Srila Prabhupada writes, ‘To be compassionate is the mission of life. Everything one has should be engaged for the benefit of others.”
“I convey my deep appreciation and respect for His Divine Grace AC Bhaktivedanta Swami Srila Prabhupada, the founder Acharya of ISKCON, who spread the message of Krishna consciousness all over the world.”
"Bhagavad-gita As It Is is a unique contribution to religion and philosophy... I have not come across a more comprehensive, lucid, and more genuine presentation of the Bhagavad-gita than this work."
“There has been no clear parallel to Prabhupada’s achievements… He was, in short, a one-man channel for an entire cultural, religious tradition. Starting himself when he was already 70 years old.”
“Life is temporary, but this human birth is rare and sacred. In this brief time we're given, we have the chance to awaken divine love.”
“We stay committed to serving as His Divine Grace Srila Prabhupada taught us.”
“I always liked Srila Prabhupada's humility and his simplicity... I think his accomplishments are very significant; they're huge.”
ISKCON is a movement "rich spiritual and theological tradition."
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