A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada

1896–1977 (age 81)

Biography

A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada was a transformative spiritual leader and writer who founded the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON). Born in 1896, he devoted his life to spreading Krishna consciousness and Hindu philosophy to audiences worldwide, establishing temples and centers across the globe.

His prolific writings, including translations and commentaries on sacred Hindu texts, have influenced millions of devotees. Based at the ISKCON Temple in Vrindavan, Prabhupada's legacy as a spiritual teacher and author continues to shape the practice of bhakti yoga and Krishna devotion for generations of followers worldwide.

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