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The most common mantra is the maha mantra: hare krishna hare krishna krishna krishna hare hare hare rama hare rama rama rama hare hare Some scriptures have the mantra reversed beginning first with hare rama. This is a nama mantra which does not require initiation by a guru, and can be chanted by anyone at anytime. The Kali Santarana Upanishad states about this mantra: iti shodasakam namnam kali-kalmasha-nasanam natah parataropayah sarva-vedeshu drisyate "The sixteen words 'Hare Krishna Hare Krishna Krishna Krishna Hare Hare Hare Rama Hare Rama Rama Rama Hare Hare' are especially meant for completely destroying all the contamination of Kali yuga. To save oneself from the contamination of Kali Yuga, there is no alternative in all the Vedas except the chanting of this sixteen-word mantra." Other common mantras for Lord Vishnu are om namo bhagavate vasudevaya and om namo narayanaya.
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Compiled by Krsna devi dasi and Sama devi dasi “The Hare Krsna Cookbook”, originally published in 1973, was the first widely distributed book of vegetarian recipes, throughout the Krishna conscious movement. This was the book myself and many early devotees learned to cook from, and remains today my all time favorite cookbook, and is a constant companion in our kitchen. From the Dedication: Prasadam means mercy, and this Prasadam Cookbook is dedicated to the fountainhead of all mercy, the spiritual master, His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada. He is by nature kind to every living entity, but that ocean of mercy becomes fully visible in his devotees. Srila Prabhupada has not given us some dry, canned philosophy to chew; he has given us the nectar for which we have sought so long: he has taught us how to render transcendental loving service to the Lord in all our daily activities. This book illustrates on of them. The Process of Krsna Consciousness is usually described as one of dinging, dancing and feasting. We have already demonstrated to the world how anyone can sing and dance to the holy names of God, Hare Krsna, and now, with the publication of this Prasadam Cookbook, we hope that the whole world will feast in honor of the Supreme Lord. That will make this world like Vrndavana, the transcendental abode of Krsna, where Krsna, Balarama and the monkeys visit every kitchen with thieving intend and bless the devotees with pure love of God. (Dedication from The Hare Krsna Cookbook) -
In the present age of Kali yuga mantra japa is the yuga dharma, or main process for self realization. It is simple, requires no background qualification, and can be done anywhere at any time. Sit down in a peaceful place and silently chant your mantra. In the beginning start for 10 minutes, and gradually increase. The mind will become fixed and peaceful usually after 30 minutes, and then the more fruitful sadhana will start. Other options for sadhana are puja (worshipping a deity of God), meditation (dhyanam), svadhyaya (self study of scriptures), etc.
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In Hinduism self practice is very important. So even if you are alone in a remote area, you still can do everything you need to advance spiritually. Svadhyaya (self study of scripture) is essential. There are hundreds of ancient vedic texts on all varieties of spiritual paths and knowledge which you can study. Of all the Bhagavad Gita is generally considered the most important. Sadhana (personal spiritual practice) is also an important aspect of Hinduism which you do alone. Depending on the path one chooses, it could consist of mantra chanting, meditation, yogic exercises (such as pranayama, asanas, etc.), worship of deities, or philosophical contemplation. Since Hinduism has so many spiritual paths within it, you should first narrow down what attracts you by studying various scriptures.
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Here is a good book. Archana Dipika: Detailed instructions on performing worship.
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Yes, please continue.
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One sadhu once told me sad gurus are present everywhere and there is no shortage of gurus. The real shortage is finding sat sishya (true disciple). Everyone is looking for a guru but they are not finding because you must first become a true disciple. Then automatically one of the countless spiritual beings present on this planet will come to you.
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You are pretty far north. I don't think there will be many temples out there. Most are around the bay area. Some in Sacramento also.
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The book "Artillery Science in the Vedas" in Telugu in PDF format. This book is a translation work done by the late Manasviji from the original Hindi text by Manohar Vidyalankar into Telugu in which the artillery, military, and weaponry science in the vedas were mentioned. This was published in Vaidika Dharmamu, a monthly educative periodical. -
Which city do you live in? There are many Hindu temples throughout California.
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