Well, after a wonderful week teaching children about Jesus at VBS, I just found out that there is now a Hare Krisha (ISKCON) spiritual village being constructed on some land outside of that town. It’s about 10 miles from my house. This disturbs me very much, and I will tell you why.

I am not judging the people at this center. I am warning people about the dangers of being caught up in a false religion. I have compassion for the lost and I pray that all people come to the saving knowledge of Jesus.

Some people may think the Hare Krishna are a harmless bunch of peaceful, vegan hippies. “Maybe a little weird, but they seem nice”. They may be peaceful, but their beliefs are incompatible with Christianity. They are a powerful cult and they seek new members.

Hare Krishna

1. They are a false religion based on worshipping various Hindu deities.
2. They are known for aggressive recruiting and fund-raising (Google it), often for “temple renovation”.
3. They are using Facebook to invite the public to drop their children off at a ‘summer camp’ that is focused on ‘yoga’, learning their religion, and includes ‘cleaning the temple’.
4. They offer ‘yoga’ but their definition is the religious version of the practice, not the exercise class that many people around here think of when they hear the word ‘yoga’. Yoga is a method of worship for Hindus.
5. Their leaders have been sued for child abuse more than once.
6. They are cultish in their practices.
7. This is another blinking sign of America’s decline.
8. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tamal_Krishna_Goswami#The_Mysterious_Pastimes_of_Mohini_Murti

Although they are no longer calling themselves Hare Krishna, they still worship Krishna. It didn’t take long to find out who they are when I looked at the main website . Some may think that ‘they’ve changed’ since the 60s. Cults often do ‘change’ their outward appearance as leaders/gurus die and new leaders rise to power, but this doesn’t change their false beliefs.

There are now over 600 ISKCON temples in the US, including Austin and San Antonio. This is not a good sign for America. Hindus worship false gods. This is the number one sin in the Bible. Thou shalt have no other gods before me. If you read the Bible you will see what happened to the people who worshipped idols. Jesus did not change the ten commandments. Jesus offers forgiveness of sins to all who will believe and repent of their sins including worshipping false gods and idolatry.

False religions will both keep you from finding true salvation in Christ and will open the door to demons into your mind. This will affect your children and the people around you. I am not going to be silent about a danger to the children and unbelievers in our community.

Witnessing to Hindus is not a simple task because their beliefs are so unlike Christianity. The previous link offers good advice for those who want to try. I will be praying for these people to feel the conviction of God. Here is an excellent and detailed summary of the false religion of Hinduism.

Information from ChatGPT

Hare Krishnas, also known as followers of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON), hold beliefs rooted in the teachings of Bhakti Yoga and the ancient Hindu scriptures, particularly the Bhagavad Gita and the Srimad Bhagavatam.

Hare Krishnas believe that Lord Krishna is the Supreme Personality of Godhead. They consider Krishna to be the original and ultimate form of God, the source of all creation, and the supreme object of devotion. They believe that Krishna possesses all divine qualities and encompasses all other manifestations of God in different forms and names. Hare Krishnas worship Krishna as the supreme deity and focus their devotional practices on developing a personal and loving relationship with Him. They believe that by engaging in devotional service to Krishna, one can attain spiritual enlightenment, liberation from the cycle of birth and death, and ultimately reach Krishna’s eternal abode.

Here’s an overview of their beliefs on sin, salvation, the creation of the universe, and heaven:

1. Sin: Hare Krishnas believe in the concept of karma, which is the law of cause and effect. They view sinful actions as those that create negative karma, binding individuals to the cycle of birth and death. They emphasize the importance of leading a virtuous life and avoiding actions that harm others or obstruct spiritual progress.
2. Salvation: Hare Krishnas believe in attaining liberation from the cycle of birth and death through a process known as moksha or self-realization. They believe that the ultimate goal of life is to develop a loving relationship with Lord Krishna, the supreme deity. By practicing bhakti-yoga, the yoga of devotion, individuals can cultivate this relationship and achieve salvation or liberation.
3. Creation of the Universe: Hare Krishnas believe in the Vedic understanding of the creation of the universe. They teach that the material creation is not a one-time event but a cyclical process. They describe the universe as emanating from Lord Krishna and expanding and contracting in a series of cosmic cycles. The creation is seen as a manifestation of the divine energy and is ultimately under the control of the Supreme Lord.
4. Heaven: Hare Krishnas acknowledge the existence of higher realms, including heavenly planets, which are considered more conducive to spiritual growth than the earthly realm. However, they don’t view heaven as the ultimate goal of life. While the heavenly planets offer temporary pleasure and a more refined existence, Hare Krishnas believe that the true spiritual realm lies beyond the material creation, in the eternal abode of Lord Krishna.

The term “Vedic” refers to the ancient scriptures of Hinduism known as the Vedas. The Vedas are considered the oldest and most authoritative texts in Hindu philosophy and are considered sacred by adherents of Hinduism. The word “Vedic” is derived from the Sanskrit word “Veda,” which means “knowledge” or “wisdom.”

The Vedas are a collection of hymns, prayers, rituals, philosophical teachings, and spiritual insights that were composed by ancient sages in India.