A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada
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A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, born Abhay Charan De in 1896 in Calcutta, India, was a revered spiritual leader and scholar who founded the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) in 1966, bringing the ancient teachings of Vaishnava Hinduism to the West. Renowned for his profound translations and commentaries on sacred Vedic texts, Prabhupada dedicated his life to disseminating the philosophy of bhakti-yoga, emphasizing devotion to Lord Krishna as the path to spiritual enlightenment and liberation from the cycle of birth and death. His works, such as Bhagavad-Gita As It Is, Beyond Birth and Death, and Easy Journey to Other Planets, have inspired millions worldwide, blending timeless wisdom with accessible language to address modern existential questions. Through tireless travels and establishment of over 100 temples, he transformed lives by promoting a life of purity, service, and divine love, leaving an enduring legacy in global spiritual discourse until his passing in 1977.
