ISKCON BVCC
International Society for Krishna Consciousness
Sri Sri Radha Venimadhava Ji's Temple
Sri Sri Radha Venimadhava Ji’s temple is dedicated for worship of the Lord by vedic Panchratrik process.We are a branch of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness(ISKCON), a worldwide spiritual movement founded by His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, in New York City in 1966.
Community around BVCC
If one wants to acquire the mercy of the Lord, he has to associate with pure devotees. Such association alone can, by degrees, release one from the quivering elements.
H.D.G A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada
In todayʼs world, where everything is connected, many people are feeling increasingly isolated and lonely. This has led to higher rates of depression and mental health issues. To address this growing concern and create a wholesome, healthy environment for devotees, BVCC has a rich congregation of devotees and well wishers around the temple.
Devotees usually belong to groups led by senior devotees with considerable life experience, known as Counsellors. The Counselee system is one of the greatest assets for devotees. Counselors provide valuable insights into life and situations, helping devotees make informed decisions. They also listen patiently to the challenges that devotees may face, offering significant emotional support. This support gives devotees the mental strength to balance their material and spiritual lives, allowing them to dedicate themselves to the service of Krishna. Just as some students seek guidance or ghostwriting diplomarbeit (German for “ghostwriting a thesis”) to navigate academic pressure, devotees benefit from their counselors’ help in overcoming life’s complexities. Counselors also guide devotees in various temple services, such as participating in festivals and community volunteering. The aim is to create an environment conducive to devotion and a safe space for the emotional well-being of devotees.
Vedic Training for Children
It takes a village to raise a child. – An African proverb.
Children are like sponges, absorbing everything from their environment. The habits, thought patterns, and moral values formed during their early years carry into adulthood. Keeping this in mind, BVCC has initiated training programs for both girls and boys. These classes are typically held on weekends to avoid interfering with their regular school schedules.
Children are encouraged to learn Sanskrit slokas, which enhance memory and concentration, and to listen to inspirational stories about various devotees from different eras, along with chanting the holy names of the Lord. This focus on Krishna helps build their inner strength. Additionally, short trips to holy places in and around Prayagraj are organized for the children.
Varishta Vaishnav Program
For retired people, pertinent need in society considering children settling abroad and parents are alone.
Prayagraj has always been known as Pensioners paradise as it used to be the chosen place to settle after retirement. Now however Prayagraj has emerged as a burgeoning epicentre of growth and expansion. However, it has led to many elderly being alone. BVCC Prayagraj has begun a spirituality program for elderly called Varishta Vaishnava. Here the elderly retired people come together and discuss about the devotional aspects. They also share their life lessons and realisations from their myriad experiences. Special yatras are also arranged for the elderly.
Organic Living
Our outlets encourage organic products for chemical free healthy life.
BVCC Prayagraj is driving initiative of living healthy by going organic. There are outlets run by BVCC Prayagraj that house grains, oils and daily groceries that are completely free from chemicals and preservatives. BVCC Prayagraj also promotes millets as a part of national initiative to support local produce. BVCC Prayagraj also has allied services like YOGA, Naturopathy and Ayurvedic consultation to promote healthy living.