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.

Question: When Draupadi was being disgraced, why was Bhismadeva silent, although he was a Mahajana? Answer by Romapada Swami: In the Mahabharata, the disrobing of Draupadi is described in the Sabha Parva (“Book of the Assembly Hall”) and in Sisupala-vadha Parva (Chapters 65-78). Below is a summary of the views of multiple commentators on these The post Digest 00816: When Draupadi was being disgraced, why was Bhismadeva silent? first appeared on Questions and Answers with Romapada Swami.

Question: ISKCON’s celebration of Bhādra Purnima is centered around SB 12.13.13 which states “If on the full-moon day of the month of Bhādra one places Śrīmad-Bhāgavatam on a golden throne and gives it as a gift, he will attain the supreme transcendental destination.” What is the meaning of the ‘golden throne’ in this verse? Is it The post Digest 00815: What is the meaning of the ‘golden throne’ in SB 12.13.13 verse that talks about Bhadra Purnima? first appeared on Questions and Answers with Romapada Swami.

Question: I have been contemplating a matter that’s been bothering me deeply. How can I liberate myself from the grasp of ego? I find myself consistently grappling with a sense of self-importance, often convinced of my own righteousness. It’s as though I’m trapped in a cycle of self-validation, where I constantly reassure myself that I The post Digest 00814: How to overcome false ego? first appeared on Questions and Answers with Romapada Swami.