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<h4>'''Building Śrīla Prabhupāda's Vani Temple'''</h4> | |||
Completion Date: November 2nd, 2027 - Celebrating 50 Years of Serving in Separation | |||
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<p>Welcome to Vanipedia, a dynamic, living encyclopedia of Śrīla Prabhupāda's words (vani). We are building an unparalleled digital repository of his text, audio, video, and images, comprehensively compiling his teachings from every angle of vision. More than just an archive, Vanipedia serves as a continual, worldwide platform for Śrīla Prabhupāda to actively teach the [[Vaniquotes:Science of Krsna consciousness|science of Krishna consciousness to the world]] for the benefit of all. | <p>Welcome to Vanipedia, a dynamic, living encyclopedia of Śrīla Prabhupāda's words (vani). We are building an unparalleled digital repository of his text, audio, video, and images, comprehensively compiling his teachings from every angle of vision. More than just an archive, Vanipedia serves as a continual, worldwide platform for Śrīla Prabhupāda to actively teach the [[Vaniquotes:Science of Krsna consciousness|science of Krishna consciousness to the world]] for the benefit of all. | ||
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Driven by an unprecedented vision, the Vanipedia project is a monumental and all-encompassing endeavor that unfolds as a magnificent seven-petaled lotus. Currently, four of these petals are actively blooming with the living presence of Śrīla Prabhupāda's eternal teachings: | Driven by an unprecedented vision, the Vanipedia project is a monumental and all-encompassing endeavor that unfolds as a magnificent seven-petaled lotus. Currently, four of these petals are actively blooming with the living presence of Śrīla Prabhupāda's eternal teachings: | ||
*'''Vanipedia Petal:''' The site where you are now. Here you find '''[[:Category:Vanipedia Gemini - Articles|over 5,000+ articles]]''' brilliantly summarizing the categories compiled in Vaniquotes. | *'''Vanipedia Petal:''' The site where you are now. Here you find '''[[:Category:Vanipedia Gemini - Articles|over 5,000+ articles]]''' brilliantly summarizing the categories compiled in Vaniquotes. | ||
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*'''[[Vanimedia:Main Page|Vanimedia Petal:]]''' The audio-visual archive. Here, you may listen to and watch many audio and video clips of Śrīla Prabhupāda's lectures and conversations. | *'''[[Vanimedia:Main Page|Vanimedia Petal:]]''' The audio-visual archive. Here, you may listen to and watch many audio and video clips of Śrīla Prabhupāda's lectures and conversations. | ||
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Steadily, Śrīla Prabhupāda's Vani Temple is becoming continuous festival of association. The global community of '''[[Appreciations for Vanipedia|devotees appreciating]]''' and utilizing Vanipedia is increasing rapidly. By scrolling through '''[[ What's in Vanipedia now|What's in Vanipedia NOW]]''' you will surely find something that captures your heart and attention. | Steadily, Śrīla Prabhupāda's Vani Temple is becoming continuous festival of association. The global community of '''[[Appreciations for Vanipedia|devotees appreciating]]''' and utilizing Vanipedia is increasing rapidly. By scrolling through '''[[ What's in Vanipedia now|What's in Vanipedia NOW]]''' you will surely find something that captures your heart and attention. | ||
This global multilingual endeavor (translating in 100 languages) is succeeding entirely by the grace of the devotees - over 1,800 have already come forward to participate. Our '''[[Vanipedia's Manifesto|Vanipedia's Manifesto]]''' reveals the core principles on which we stand and an introduction to '''[[Vanipedia:About|Vanipedia is here]].''' Check out our ongoing projects. If you have a question, want to be involved, or just want to say hi, then '''[[Vanipedia:Contact|please contact us!]]''' | This global multilingual endeavor (translating in 100 languages) is succeeding entirely by the grace of the devotees - over 1,800 have already come forward to participate. Our '''[[Vanipedia's Manifesto|Vanipedia's Manifesto]]''' reveals the core principles on which we stand and an introduction to '''[[Vanipedia:About|Vanipedia is here]].''' Check out our ongoing projects. If you have a question, want to be involved, or just want to say hi, then '''[[Vanipedia:Contact|please contact us!]]''' | ||
= Vanipedia Articles | <h1 style="text-align: center; border-bottom: none; margin-bottom: 20px;">Vanipedia Articles</h1> | ||
The Vanipedia | The project of creating '''[[:Category:List of Vanipedia Articles - completed|thematic articles]]''' began several years ago. At that time, all was done without the assistance of an LLM. Starting December 3rd, 2025, our Vani team began using Gemini LLM. Thanks to that, productivity skyrocketed incomparably to what was previously done "manually", and the momentum has steadily increased since then. After the first 6 months, we have been able to make '''[[:Category:Vanipedia Gemini - Articles|5,000+ articles.]]''' We can clearly see a strong acceleration in both production and coordination. | ||
At present, there is a dedicated team of 15 devotees actively engaged in: | |||
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* Site & IT upkeep | |||
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This combined effort is what makes such steady growth possible. What This Means? In only a few months, '''[[:Category:Vanipedia Gemini - Articles|thousands of structured presentations of Śrīla Prabhupāda’s vāṇī]]''' are now becoming accessible to a wider audience. This is not just numerical growth—it reflects an expanding reach and a growing opportunity for people to connect with transcendental knowledge. We are witnessing the steady development of a living Vāṇī temple. With your feedback, insights, and participation, this effort can continue to improve and expand. | |||
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Dive straight into the heart of Śrīla Prabhupāda's teachings. Discover the most comprehensive, high-impact thematic articles, offering unmatched depth and structured evidence on essential topics: | |||
* '''[[:Category:Vanipedia Articles - Kṛṣṇa The Supreme Personality of Godhead|Kṛṣṇa The Supreme Personality of Godhead]]''' – Explore the ultimate source of all incarnations through meticulously organized scriptural evidence. | |||
* '''[[:Category:Vanipedia Articles - Chanting the Holy Names of God|Chanting the Holy Names of God]]''' – A deeply moving, comprehensive compilation on the power, offenses, and perfection of chanting Hare Kṛṣṇa. | |||
* '''[[:Category:Vanipedia Articles - The Science of the Soul (Jīva-tattva)|Science of Self-Realization]]''' – The perfect introductory starting point outlining the absolute distinction between matter, life, and spirit. | |||
* '''[[:Category:Vanipedia Articles - The Science of Devotional Service to God|The Science of Devotional Service]]''' – Clear, practical guideposts tracing the journey from initial faith to pure love of Godhead. | |||
* '''[[:Category:Vanipedia Articles - The Guru and Disciplic Succession|Guru & Disciple Relationship]]''' – The complete manual on seeking, testing, initiating, and eternally serving the spiritual master. | |||
* '''[[:Category:Vanipedia Articles - Kṛṣṇa Consciousness|Aspects of Kṛṣṇa Consciousness]]''' – Practical guidance on regulating home life, Deity worship, ideal social cooperation, and much more. | |||
* '''[[:Category:Vanipedia Articles - Who Is Lord Caitanya Mahāprabhu|Who Is Lord Caitanya Mahāprabhu]]''' – Deeply absorb yourself in the mood, internal and external reasons for appearance, and the sublime pastimes of the Golden Avatāra of Kali-yuga. | |||
* '''[[:Category:Vanipedia Articles - Who Is Śrīla Prabhupāda|Who Is Śrīla Prabhupāda]]''' – The glorious identity, preaching activities, and extraordinary character of the empowered teacher who brought the light of Kṛṣṇa consciousness to the modern world. | |||
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'''Building a Timeline of Śrīla Prabhupāda's Life''' | '''Building a Timeline of Śrīla Prabhupāda's Life''' | ||
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*Vanipedia is looking for help developing '''[[:Category:Study Resources for Verses and Purports from Srila Prabhupada's Books|Study Resources for Verses and Purports from Śrīla Prabhupāda's Books]]'''. | *Vanipedia is looking for help developing '''[[:Category:Study Resources for Verses and Purports from Srila Prabhupada's Books|Study Resources for Verses and Purports from Śrīla Prabhupāda's Books]]'''. | ||
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'''Uniting Śrīla Prabhupāda's Multi-lingual Family''' | '''Uniting Śrīla Prabhupāda's Multi-lingual Family''' | ||
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*In Vaniquotes you can now listen while reading Śrīla Prabhupāda's lectures, conversations, interviews and morning walks - feel his presence, feel his mood. To date there are '''[[:Vaniquotes:Category:Pages_with_Prabhupada's_Audio_-_Umbrella_Category|over 3,500 pages with clips available]]''' and we are aiming for 5,000 by the end of 2015. | *In Vaniquotes you can now listen while reading Śrīla Prabhupāda's lectures, conversations, interviews and morning walks - feel his presence, feel his mood. To date there are '''[[:Vaniquotes:Category:Pages_with_Prabhupada's_Audio_-_Umbrella_Category|over 3,500 pages with clips available]]''' and we are aiming for 5,000 by the end of 2015. | ||
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Building Śrīla Prabhupāda's Vani Temple
Completion Date: November 2nd, 2027 - Celebrating 50 Years of Serving in Separation
Welcome to Vanipedia, a dynamic, living encyclopedia of Śrīla Prabhupāda's words (vani). We are building an unparalleled digital repository of his text, audio, video, and images, comprehensively compiling his teachings from every angle of vision. More than just an archive, Vanipedia serves as a continual, worldwide platform for Śrīla Prabhupāda to actively teach the science of Krishna consciousness to the world for the benefit of all.
Authorized and Empowered
His Divine Grace A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupāda is a self-realized, pure devotee of Lord Kṛṣṇa and a loving spiritual teacher. His life's mission was singular: to fulfill his spiritual master's desire by introducing the science of Kṛṣṇa consciousness to the world.
He shared the pure essence of Vedic wisdom without restriction, teaching us by his own example how to live according to scripture. Wishing that every person on earth might benefit from his wisdom, he wrote volumes of transcendental literature and left countless recorded instructions to ensure his divine guidance would remain available forever.
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The Acharya part 1 of 5 - Srila Prabhupada documentary
Do Not Give Up Chanting. Then Krishna Will Protect You
Image Quote from Srila Prabhupada
| Nectar Drops from Srila Prabhupada |
| "Material world means these five elements, gross and subtle. Earth, water, air, fire, sky, these are gross. And mind, intelligence and ego, these are subtle. These elements, material elements, Kṛṣṇa says, bhinnā me prakṛtir aṣṭadhā (BG 7.4): 'These material elements, they are separated, but they are My energy. They are My energy'. The same example: Just like cloud. Cloud is created by the sun. It is sun's energy which creates the cloud. You know. By temperature the seawater is evaporated, forms into gas. That is cloud. So cloud is created by the energy of the sun, but when there is cloud you cannot see the sun; sun is covered. Similarly, material energy is Kṛṣṇa's energy. But when you become covered by this material energy, you do not see Kṛṣṇa. This is the position." |
| 730710 - Lecture BG 01.04-5 - London |
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