Srila Prabhupada's Miracle: The Tranformation of Matter Into Spirit
Title: Srila Prabhupada's Miracle: The Tranformation of Matter Into Spirit
Author: Vaikunthanathdas
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Publication Date: 2021
Language: English
Format: Semi-hardbound
Pages: 191
"Srila Prabhupada's Miracle: The Transformation of Matter Into Spirit" by Vaikunthanath Das (also spelled Vaikunthanathdas or Vaikunthanatha das) is a personal memoir by an early disciple of A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada.The Transformation of Matter into Spirit is an informal memoir that shares the author's personal memories of Srila Prabhupada, specifically appealing to his followers. Like other biographies of Srila Prabhupada, Srila Prabhupada's Miracle highlights his compassionate, thoughtful, and often humorous interactions with his disciples. The author, Vaikunthanath das, recounts his own spiritual journey, starting in 1966 when he first encountered Krishna devotees in New York City. His story takes readers on an adventure to places like Montreal, India, Boston, England, and beyond, capturing the early days of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness.
The book is an informal, heartfelt recollection of the author's experiences with Srila Prabhupada, starting from his first encounter with Krishna devotees in New York City in 1966. It covers his journeys with the movement to places like Montreal, India, Boston, and England during the pioneering days of ISKCON.
The narrative highlights Prabhupada’s caring, thoughtful, and often humorous personal dealings with disciples, while emphasizing the theme of spiritual transformation—turning material life and consciousness into spiritual reality through devotion. It is written in a simple, accessible style and is especially appreciated by devotees for its intimate, insider glimpses of Prabhupada’s early preaching years. Vaikunthanath das also served in roles such as helping with book publishing (including ISKCON Press) and briefly as Prabhupada’s personal secretary.
