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Rupa Goswami initiated Jiva Goswami and Jiva became very dear to his guru. Once a powerful scholar named Rupa Narayana came to Vrindavan. His false ego was even greater than his knowledge. He had a jaya patra, a certificate where any one he defeated had to sign.

Madhyadvipa comprises of "Madhya" (center or middle) & "Dvipa" (island). However it does not mean that it is the center most in the bunch of nine islands of Navadvipa dham. Rather, this island has derived its name because Lord Caitanya appeared here around noon time (which is the middle part of the day) being blessed by the austerities of seven sages who were sons of Lord Brahma. Out of the nine processes of devotional services

Strictly avoid offenses & serve devotees with all eagerness, enthusiasm & in a desperate mood. We should always be anxious for an opportunity to serve devotees. If devotees are pleased then anything is possible. Also always try to remember the 11th offense. Inattentiveness while chanting is the cause of all other offenses. So best is to associate & chant with those who have a taste for the holy name. Should also hear & read more & more.

A very nice realization.Yes, it is difficult to control the high speed wandering mind.But HH.Radhanath SWamiji has given us three stage formula to overcome this challenge while chanting of the Holy Names.Nice to implement with immediate effect.Thank you very much.

Amazingly explained about Chanting of the Krishna's holy names. All glories to Radhanth Swami.

Thank you very much for sharing the words "One should be humble like a blade of grass and tolerant like a tree. One should be eager to offer all respects to others and not expect any respect for one self. In this mood one can chant Hare Krishna forever"