From Aparādha To Prema

By Pran Govinda Das

Certificate Course

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Course Duration

36 Hours 

Videos

2 Hours per session 

No. Of Sessions

18

Sessions per week

5

Language
English

Eligibility

Anyone

Schedule of Classes

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Starts on
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7:30 PM - 9:30 PM 

Regular classes on

Monday - Friday

About the Teacher

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Pran Govinda Das

Pran Govinda prabhu, was born in Comilla/Ampinagara in East Pakistan in the year 1962. 

In 1971, he went with his father to visit his aunt’s family in Jadavpur Calcutta, where Srila Prabhupada was giving a lecture and where he saw for the first time “western devotees” in Deshapriya Park. Being just a small boy, he only saw Srila Prabhupada from afar and felt a strong desire to become a devotee.

In 1978 he went to Vrindavan, and lived there for many months with the BABAJIS in the Cakaleswar Temple at Govardhan. Later he met H H Bhakticaru Swami at the end of 1979 in the Krishna Balarama Temple in Vrindavan he went back to Calcutta with him and, a year later, he took initiation from Bhavananda Maharaja.

From 1981-1986, he was working in Mayapur as a guest house manager. In 1986, during the 500th anniversary of Lord Chaitanya, the new management allowed him to serve as the first general manager in Mayapur–managing the Gaura Purnima festival.

From 1980-1989, he served as a facilitator of prasadam and accommodations for GBC, sannyasis, devotees, and life members. He also served as a life membership director and fundraiser for the Mayapur temple. During monsoon, when Mayapur would become flooded; he would distribute kitchori prasadam to all the neighboring villages.

For many years he has been serving the devotees in the Alachua Temple every day from 4 am until 9 am. He serve the devotees 5 days a week in the evening with Krishna Katha in a study group, under his present siksa-guru, HH Radhanatha Swami. Almost every day he is counseling devotees to overcome their challenges on the spiritual path. He is always enthusiastic about looking to make new devotees and bringing them to the platform of becoming sincere, serious followers of Srila Prabhupada.

Now that both his sons are grown up and can be on their own, both spiritually and materially, He feel he can do more service by dedicating his full time as a sannyasi while encouraging other devotees to cooperate with the GBC in pushing on the Krishna Consciousness movement and pleasing Srila Prabhupada.

Course Overview



This course offers a thorough exploration of Madhurya Kadambini by Srila Visvanatha Cakravarti Thakura, a seminal text in Gaudiya Vaishnavism that elucidates the stages of devotional service with profound clarity. Madhurya Kadambini ("The Moonlight of Divine Sweetness") presents a detailed analysis of the gradual development of pure devotion, from initial attraction to the culmination of divine love. This course is designed to provide a deep understanding of the key concepts and stages described in the text and to apply these teachings to enhance one’s devotional practice.

Course Contents:

  1. Introduction to Madhurya Kadambini

    • Overview of the text’s historical and spiritual significance within Gaudiya Vaishnavism.
    • The life and contributions of Srila Visvanatha Cakravarti Thakura.

  2. Exploration of Key Themes

    • Examination of the central themes of Madhurya Kadambini, including the stages of devotional development.
    • Detailed study of the text’s framework and its relevance to personal spiritual growth.

  3. The Eight Stages of Devotion

    • In-depth analysis of each of the eight stages of devotion outlined in the book:
      1. Adhikara (Qualification)
      2. Sukriti (Pious Credits)
      3. Sadhu-Sanga (Association with Devotees)
      4. Bhajana-Kriya (Devotional Service)
      5. Anartha-Nivrtti (Removal of Unwanted Habits)
      6. Nistha (Steadfastness)
      7. Ruchi (Taste)
      8. Asakti (Attachment)
    • Practical implications and how to progress through these stages in one’s own devotional journey.

  4. Application of Teachings

    • Strategies for applying the teachings of Madhurya Kadambini in daily devotional practice.
    • Real-life examples and case studies to illustrate the application of the text’s principles.

  5. Practical and Personal Development

    • Techniques for self-assessment and personal growth based on the teachings of Srila Visvanatha Cakravarti Thakura.
    • Interactive sessions to address challenges and facilitate the integration of the teachings into one’s devotional life.

Course Material:

  • Primary Text: Madhurya Kadambini by Srila Visvanatha Cakravarti Thakura.
  • Supplementary Reading: Various commentaries and translations for enhanced understanding.

Course Requirements:

  • No prior requirements; suitable for practitioners at all levels of experience.

Target Audience:

  • Devotees and individuals interested in deepening their understanding of the stages of devotional service and the teachings of Srila Visvanatha Cakravarti Thakura.

Assessment Plan:

  • Multiple Choice Question 

What You Will Learn:

  • Detailed understanding of the eight stages of devotion as described in Madhurya Kadambini.
  • Insights into how to recognize and navigate each stage of devotional development.
  • Practical strategies for applying the teachings to enhance one’s devotional practice and personal growth.
  • Real-time examples and applications to deepen your engagement in devotional service.

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