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Back to Godhead, March/April 2008

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Back to Godhead

Founded 1944   •   March/April 2008

WELCOME The bulk of this issue focuses on the history and current status of the Hare Krishna movement in the former Soviet Union. In 1971, Srila Prabhupada spent only a few days in Moscow. But there he met a young Russian who would become his disciple …

A Taste of Salted Bread

During ISKCON’s early days in the U.S.S.R., devotees risked imprisonment and even death to print books underground and distribute them to eagerly awaiting readers.

Two Seeds that Grew in Iron

Despite the oppressive environment created by the Soviet regime, many Krishna devotees flourished, including these two leaders of the Moscow temple project.

Checkmate: ISKCON's Victory in Russia

After a series of setbacks, the Hare Krishna movement now has land—and magnificent plans—for a temple in Moscow. A look back at ISKCON’s struggles and successes in the former Soviet Union.

In Your Words

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