Krishna Sadhaka — Level 3
Krishna Sadhaka means one who practices sadhana — committed to daily spiritual disciplines. This level is for those who are dedicated to leading a devotional way of life, gradually learning and practicing Bhakti-yoga according to the teachings of Srila Prabhupada.
Recommended Practices
- ✓ To be dedicated to leading a devotional way of life, by gradually learning and practicing Bhakti-yoga, according to the teachings of Srila Prabhupada under the guidance of his representatives.
- ✓ To study the books of Srila Prabhupada and attend the classes as often as possible (at least the weekend Bhagavad-Gita class every week).
- ✓ To worship Lord Krishna, as far as practical in the home, by setting up an altar, offering arati and foodstuffs, worshipping the sacred Tulasi plant and following basic sadhana like rising up early in the morning.
- ✓ To chant eight rounds of the Hare Krishna Maha-mantra every day.
- ✓ To lead a pure holy life by refraining from meat eating (including fish & eggs), intoxication (alcoholic drinks & smoking), gambling and illicit sexual activity.
- ✓ To observe fasting on Ekadasi and festival days as indicated in the Vaishnava calendar.
Recommended Books for Reading
Recommended Songs
- 🎵 Tulsi Arati
- 🎵 Guru Ashtaka (Samsara dava)
- 🎵 Gaura Arati
- 🎵 Bhoga offering mantra
- 🎵 Prasadam mantra
Recommended Audio Lectures
Selected audio recordings of Srila Prabhupada and senior leaders of ISKCON for daily hearing:
Level Duration
The tentative timeline for this step is 8 months. Student is expected to complete all the assigned tasks within this step in 8 months.
Writing Shiksha Paper
An open book test. Please download the questionnaire below: