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Question: SB 1.2.4 mentions four personalities who must be offered respect, before reciting Srimad Bhagavatam. What is the reason why Nara-Narayana Rsi’s name is included? Answer by Romapada Swami: The Backward Glance – Bhurijana dasa The history of Srimad-Bhagavatam and information about when it will be spoken again “Long ago this essential anthology of all The post Digest 00821: Why Nara-Narayana Rsi is one of the four personalities offered respect before reciting Srimad Bhagavatam? first appeared on Questions and Answers with Romapada Swami.

Question: Why did Kṛṣṇa appear in His four-handed form before Bhīṣmadeva? Answer by Romapada Swami: Bhīṣmadeva tells Yudhiṣṭhira that Kṛṣṇa shows kindness to all who have unwavering faith in Him, and because of his own steadfast devotion, Kṛṣṇa has come to him at the end of his life. Bhīṣmadeva then glorifies Kṛṣṇa, stating that through The post Digest 00820: Why did Krishna appear in four-handed form before Bhishmadeva? first appeared on Questions and Answers with Romapada Swami.

Question: I wish to clarify my previous question regarding Krsna’s flute (Digest 796). I meant was there a pastime between Krsna and the flute that explains how the flute became what I understand as His main instrument (or it appears so). While He may play other instruments, the flute is the only one we commonly The post Digest 00819: Why Krsna selected flute as His favorite instrument? first appeared on Questions and Answers with Romapada Swami.

Question: Is planning considered to be in the mode of passion? For example, I am a person who plans and executes any activity. This includes both material and spiritual. If I am planning a trip to India from the USA, I plan months in advance to avoid many last-minute issues. If I plan to attend The post Digest 00818: Is planning considered to be in the mode of passion? first appeared on Questions and Answers with Romapada Swami.

Question: It’s been 2 years since I started chanting the Maha-mantra, but sometimes I am unable to control my lust and end up destroying my brahmacharya because somewhere inside me I feel that feeling of happiness. Please guide me on how I can save myself from this Sin. Answer by Romapada Swami: Please refer to The post Digest 00817: How to control my lust? first appeared on Questions and Answers with Romapada Swami.