The International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON), also known as the Hare Krishna movement, was founded in 1966 in New York City by His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada.
ISKCON traces its origins to the teachings of Lord Chaitanya Mahaprabhu (1486–1534), who is considered by followers as an incarnation of Krishna Himself.
This spiritual lineage was preserved through the centuries, ultimately leading to Srila Prabhupada bringing these ancient teachings to the West.
❝ In these Western countries, the Krishna consciousness movement was first started in New York in 1966. From New York, it spread to San Francisco, Montreal, Boston, Los Angeles, and Buffalo...
Born in Calcutta, India, on September 1, 1896.
Met Srila Bhaktisiddhanta Sarasvati Thakura.
Launched the long-running magazine.
Arrived in Boston on the cargo ship Jaladuta.
Officially founded ISKCON in NYC.
Held in San Francisco.
Centers opened in London and other cities.
Returned with Western disciples.
Spiritual schooling began in Dallas.
Now the world's largest veg relief program.
Left his body in Vrindavan.
