A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada
Indian religious leader, ISKCON founder
Born
Died
1977
49 years ago — 81 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
India
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Founded the International Society for Krishna Consciousness in 1966 in New York City. Brought the teachings of Bhakti Yoga and the practice of chanting the Hare Krishna mantra to the West. Authored numerous texts including translations and commentaries on the Bhagavad-gita and Srimad Bhagavatam. Established hundreds of temples, schools, and farm communities globally, promoting the principles of devotion to Krishna.
Founded ISKCON
Authored Bhagavad-gita translation
Established numerous temples worldwide
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