Serving as both the introduction and cornerstone of the Kṛṣṇa in Vṛndāvana series, this volume begins with defining and analysing faith and the seed of devotion, carefully distinguishing mixed devotion from pure, and defining śuddha-bhakti as taught by our ācāryas, showing how it is to be practised in today’s world in ISKCON.

Śivarāma Swami guides the reader through topics essential for safe and steady progress: adhikāra and how it is recognised, the maturing of mixed devotion into purity, the five primary items of practice in detail, and how hearing of Kṛṣṇa-līlā develops across the stages of sādhana and culminates in perfection. Throughout, Śrīla Prabhupāda’s insights are highlighted to protect devotees from missteps and to kindle their natural aspiration, while remaining faithful to our Founder-Ācārya.

For readers wondering how to move forward in their practice, Śuddha-bhakti-cintāmaṇi serves as a clear guide to the scientific, step-by-step progress of Kṛṣṇa consciousness. It connects aspiration with qualification, helping devotees advance steadily and safely on the path of devotion.

822 pages

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