Bhakti Charu Swami

Indian religious leader and author

Bhakti Charu Swami - Indian religious leader and author
Born

September 17th, 1945
80 years ago

Died

2020
5 years ago — 75 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

India

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A prominent leader within the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON), served as a senior disciple of A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada. Played a significant role in promoting Krishna consciousness worldwide, especially in India and the West. Wrote several books on spiritual philosophy, including commentaries on the Bhagavad-gita and the Srimad Bhagavatam. Engaged in numerous community services and outreach programs to spread the teachings of Krishna.

Served as a key figure in ISKCON

Authored numerous spiritual books

Organized various community outreach programs

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