On this page, we share a selection of books that are particularly relevant to the Vaishnava Diksha Gurus (VDG). The books listed here are meant as starting points for learning and reflection for anyone interested in the questions raised through the VDG campaign. You can read these books online or download it.
Among Vaishnavas, there may be some differences of opinion due to everyone’s personal identity, but despite all personal differences, the cult of Kåñëa consciousness must go on.
- Shrimad-Bhägavatam 4.28.31, purport
This is a well-documented, thorough response to Vaiṣṇava-dīkṣā according to Nārada-Pañcarātra: Can a Female Devotee be a dīkṣā-guru?”
Varnasrama is Krishna's system of social organization - the blueprint the Lord offers humanity for living harmoniously in this world while advancing in self-realization. Varnasrama is a blessing for all human beings, and it's therefore essential to get it right.

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"Tough Questions, Difficult Answers on Srila Prabhupada's Contentious Remarks" (TQDA) is a controversial book written by Kaunteya Dāsa, a long-term GBC member within ISKCON, addressing challenging statements made by A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupāda.
This memoir and biography unfolds the inspiring internal and external spiritual odyssey of Yamuna Devi's devotional life recalled in her memories, talks, journals, and writings, as well as the remembrances of the author and other associates and friends.
It is supplemented with relevant music and live recordings of Yamuna Devi, some of which have never been heard before, which complements the text of the book.
A Concise Statement of Gauḍīya Vaiṣṇava
Siddhānta for the International Society for Kṛṣṇa Consciousness, according to the teachings of
His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedānta Swami Prabhupāda
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