Krishna Sadhaka: Points to Note
In addition to fulfilling the above mentioned commitments of Krishna Sevaka, I will fulfill the following additional standards of devotional service and I shall receive the blessings of Sri Sri Radha Govinda Mandir ISKCON Mangaluru to practice Krishna Consciousness as a Krishna Sadhaka
1. I will chant eight to twelve rounds of the Hare Krishna maha-mantra everyday.
2. I will lead a pure holy life by avoiding intoxication (alcoholic drinks), meat-eating, gambling and extramarital sex.
3. I will study the books of Srila Prabhupada and attend the classes in ISKCON as often as possible (at least the
Sunday evening Bhagavad-Gita class every week (or Online).
4. I will worship Lord Krishna as far as practical at home, by setting up an altar, offering arati and foodstuffs (such as water, milk and fruits), worshipping the sacred Tulasi plant and following basic sadhana like rising early in the morning.
5. I will observe fasting on the Ekadashi and festival days as indicated in the Vaishnava Calendar.
6. I will be dedicated to leading a devotional way of life by gradually learning and practicing bhakti-yoga according to the teachings of Srila Prabhupada under the guidance of his representatives.
Books to be read:
1. Raja vidya
2. Matchless Gift
3. Science of Self Realization chapter 2 &3
4. Bhagavad Gita As It Is - chapter 2 – 6
5. Recommended – Krishna book