Title: Prabhupada Nectar
Author: Satsvarupa Dasa Goswami
Publisher: Gita Nagari Press
Publication Date: DEcember 1, 2004
Language: English
Format: Paperback
Pages: 478
Prabhupada Nectar is a compilation of stories from the life of His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, the founder of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON). The book gathers accounts from numerous individuals who interacted with Srila Prabhupada, offering readers a glimpse into his teachings, character, and the profound impact he had on those around him.
A collection (originally published 1983–1986) of anecdotes, memories, and personal stories detailing the life, teachings, and, notably, the personal exchanges of Srila Prabhupada with his followers. It focuses on intimate, sometimes humorous, and instructive vignettes rather than a chronological biography, aiming to inspire devotion through personal, recorded, or remembered accounts. Prabhupada Nectar brings together anecdotes from Srila Prabhupada's life received through interviewing hundreds of persons who encountered His Divine Grace. Often people carry these anecdotes, stories, and remembrances of Srila Prabhupada as precious jewels, etched in their minds and hearts and they find ever-increasing pleasure in sharing their experiences with others.
The series features sections like "Prabhupada Said," "Prabhupada Tells a Story," and "Little Drops of Nectar". It is designed to provide intimate glimpses into the life of the founder of ISKCON, focusing on his human-like, yet, divine interactions.
The books are recognized for offering a personal, "nectarean" view of Prabhupada's character based on testimonies and memories gathered by the author.
