Archive - Suburban Mysticism

We are not alone on this journey.

Oct 14 •

Ekendra Dāsa एकेन्द्र दास

September 2024

Humility: A Symptom of Courage

Conversely, pride is a symptom of fear.

Sep 14 •

Ekendra Dāsa एकेन्द्र दास

August 2024

Kindness Speaks Volumes

Kindness can be tasted in more than one way.

Aug 16 •

Ekendra Dāsa एकेन्द्र दास

July 2024

Krishna Shares Butter with His Friends

This is a short story to capture an unexpectedly beautiful moment in my day.

Jul 17 •

Ekendra Dāsa एकेन्द्र दास

Envy, What Is It Good For?

Hint: absolutely nothing.

Jul 7 •

Ekendra Dāsa एकेन्द्र दास

March 2024

Housekeeping and Heart Cleaning

What's happening with Suburban Mysticism?

Mar 6 •

Ekendra Dāsa एकेन्द्र दास

December 2023

Beggar or Bragger?

The western mind is attracted to those who exude confidence. The ego-effacing traditions of the east value those who feel themselves highly unqualified…

Dec 8, 2023 •

Ekendra Dāsa एकेन्द्र दास

November 2023

The Polestar and a Determined Boy

Insulted and feeling ignored, a five-year-old boy enters the forest to perform severe penance and attract Lord Nārāyaṇa's blessings to get the most…

Nov 22, 2023 •

Ekendra Dāsa एकेन्द्र दास

An Affectionate Boar with a Riveting Roar

This is the story of how God takes on the spectacular form of a wild boar, saves the earth, and puts on a show for his devotees.

Nov 8, 2023 •

Ekendra Dāsa एकेन्द्र दास

October 2023

On Cultural Appropriation

The term "Vedic culture" implies societal practices that facilitate lifelong spiritual education.

Oct 25, 2023 •

Ekendra Dāsa एकेन्द्र दास

The Path of Much Resistance

Here are some thoughts on the current outreach efforts of the Gauḍīya Vaiṣṇava missions in the Western countries.

Oct 10, 2023 •

Ekendra Dāsa एकेन्द्र दास

September 2023

On Spiritual Bypassing

Should we use the teachings of the sages as an excuse to neglect our own needs and our responsibilities towards others?

Sep 26, 2023 •

Ekendra Dāsa एकेन्द्र दास

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