Hari Gopinath Das

One of My Favourite Book !!

1. Eternal Dharma (Jaiva Dharma)The true dharma of the jīva is eternal loving service to Kṛṣṇa (śuddha-bhakti).

2. Jīva’s Constitutional NatureThe jīva is an eternal servant (nitya-dāsa) of Kṛṣṇa, distinct from matter.

3. Origin of the JīvaJīvas originate from the taṭasthā-śakti and have free will to turn toward matter or spirit.

4. Māyā and its InfluenceMāyā binds the jīva when it turns away from Kṛṣṇa.

5. Svarūpa-siddhiThe jīva’s eternal identity is realized through pure devotional service.

6. Nāma-tattva (Truth of the Holy Name)Kṛṣṇa’s name is non-different from Him and must be chanted purely.

7. Śuddha-nāma and Nāma-aparādhaPure chanting leads to prema; offensive chanting delays spiritual progress.

8. Bhakti is IndependentBhakti is not dependent on karma or jñāna; it is Kṛṣṇa’s internal potency.

9. Stages of Bhakti (Bhakti-latā)The path of bhakti includes śraddhā, sādhu-saṅga, bhajana-kriyā, up to prema.

10. Śraddhā (Faith)Faith in śāstra and sādhu is the foundation of bhakti.

11. Sādhu-saṅgaAssociation with sādhus is essential for advancement.

12. Bhajana-kriyāDevotional activities purify the heart and increase attachment to Kṛṣṇa.

13. Anartha-nivṛttiUnwanted desires are removed through sincere practice.

14. Ruci (Taste)Devotion matures into spontaneous attraction to Kṛṣṇa.

15. Bhāva and Prema Bhāva is devotional ecstasy; prema is pure love for Kṛṣṇa.

16. Nitya-dharma vs Naimittika-dharma Eternal duties are spiritual; temporary duties are based on the body.

17. Rūpānuga BhaktiFollowing the mood and teachings of Rūpa Gosvāmī is the purest form of bhakti.

18. Importance of Guru The guru is essential for receiving spiritual knowledge and uncovering one’s svarūpa.

19. Guru-tattvaGuru is the representative of Kṛṣṇa and reveals Him to the disciple.

20. Bhakti is Beyond Karma and JñānaBhakti is not a mixture of material or impersonal desires.

21. Svarūpa-lakṣaṇa of BhaktiTrue bhakti is characterized by loving service to Kṛṣṇa without motive.

22. Vaidhī and Rāgānuga BhaktiRegulated and spontaneous bhakti are both valid, with rāgānuga as the goal.

23. Spiritual Identity Revealed Through BhaktiOne’s eternal form is revealed by bhakti and the guru’s grace.

24. Material Designations are TemporaryRace, nationality, and caste are external designations.

25. Kṛṣṇa is the Supreme PersonalityKṛṣṇa is the original Supreme Lord, source of all other forms.

26. Śrī Caitanya Mahāprabhu is Kṛṣṇa HimselfGaurāṅga is Kṛṣṇa in Rādhārāṇī’s mood to distribute love.

27. Bhakti is the Only MeansBhakti is not a means to an end but the end itself.

28. Holy Name is the Yuga-dharmaChanting is the primary spiritual process in Kali-yuga.

29. Three Energies of the LordKṛṣṇa’s energies are internal, external, and marginal.

30. Māyāvāda is HarmfulImpersonalism is misleading and contrary to bhakti.

31. Eternal Associates of the LordAssociates like Rādhā, Lalitā, and Nityānanda are eternally liberated.

32. The Material World is a ReflectionThis world is a perverted reflection of the spiritual realm.

33. Liberation is not the GoalLove of God is higher than mere liberation.

34. Bhakti to Devī or DemigodsOnly devotion to Kṛṣṇa leads to eternal benefit.

35. Daiva-varṇāśramaA spiritual caste system based on qualities and devotion, not birth.

36. Compassion is Real BhaktiHelping others awaken bhakti is the highest mercy.

37. Religion and Spirituality DistinguishedSpirituality transcends ritualistic religion.

38. Nāmābhāsa Leads to LiberationEven shadow chanting can liberate; pure nāma grants prema.

39. Transcendental PastimesKṛṣṇa’s līlās are eternal and spiritually real.

40. Gṛhastha Life can be SpiritualHouseholders can attain perfection by practicing bhakti.

41. Rāga-mārga is the Goal Spontaneous love in Vraja is the highest ideal.

42. Māyā’s Influence is Removed by BhaktiBhakti breaks the bonds of illusion.

43. Prema is the Highest AttainmentLove of God is the supreme perfection.

44. Śrīmad-Bhāgavatam is the Topmost Authority it is the spotless Purāṇa that teaches bhakti.

45. Religion Must Be Based on TruthTrue religion is founded in revealed scripture.

46. Caitanya’s Teachings Fulfill the VedasGaurāṅga’s teachings harmonize all scriptures.47. Kṛṣṇa’s Names are Inconceivably PotentEach name contains full divinity.

48. Association Determines DestinyOne becomes like those with whom one associates.

49. Ultimate Identity is SpiritualWe are not the body but eternal souls meant for service.

50. Jaiva Dharma is the Path to Ultimate Joy reconnection with Kṛṣṇa brings eternal bliss.