ISKCON Life Membership

ISKCON Life Membership

The International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) offers a Life Patron Membership program, introduced by A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada in the early 1970s. This initiative invites individuals worldwide to become part of ISKCON's global family, providing opportunities to reside in temples, participate in spiritual programs, and engage in Krishna conscious association. (iskconmumbai.com)

Historical Background:

In the early 1970s, A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, the founder-acharya of ISKCON, envisioned a program that would allow individuals to connect with the society's spiritual practices while maintaining their familial and professional responsibilities. This vision led to the establishment of the Life Patron Membership, enabling devotees to support ISKCON's mission and partake in its activities without becoming full-time residents. (iskcon-navimumbai.org)

Membership Benefits:

• Accommodation: Members are entitled to stay for up to three days annually at any ISKCON center worldwide, subject to availability and prior reservation. (iskconmumbai.com)

• Spiritual Resources: A set of books by A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, available in various languages, is provided to members. (iskconmumbai.com)

• Special Ceremonies: Special birthday pooja for the member and their family, along with prasadam, are offered. (iskconmumbai.com)

• Tax Exemption: Donations are tax-exempt under Section 80G of the Income Tax Act, 1961. (iskconmumbai.com)

Membership Fee:

The donation for Life Patron Membership is ₹55,555, which is tax-exempt under Section 80G of the Income Tax Act, 1961. (iskconmumbai.com)

Additional Benefits:

• Japa Mala and Bead Bag: Members receive a Japa Mala and bead bag to chant the Hare Krishna mahamantra. (iskcon-navimumbai.org)

• International Identity Card: An international life patron identity card with the patron's photo is provided, which is honored at all ISKCON centers worldwide. (iskcon-navimumbai.org)

• Birthday Greetings: Birthday greetings for the member’s family are sent every year. (iskconmiraroad.com)

• Special Pooja: A special pooja is performed to Sri Sri Radha Giridhariji for the member on their birthday. (iskconmiraroad.com)

Contact Information:

For more details or to enroll, please contact the Life Membership Office at:

• Phone: +91 (22) 2620-6860 / 2620-0134 Ext. 188 / 187

• Email: info@iskconmumbai.com

By becoming a Life Patron Member, individuals contribute to the propagation of Krishna consciousness globally and support the construction of temples, such as the one in Kharghar, Navi Mumbai. (iskcon-navimumbai.org)

Visitor Information:

Visitors to ISKCON centers can participate in various spiritual programs, including kirtans, lectures, and prasadam distribution. Each center may have its own schedule of activities, so it's advisable to check with the specific center for the latest information. (iskconmumbai.com)

For those interested in the Life Patron Membership, it's recommended to contact the Life Membership Office directly to obtain the most current information and to ensure a smooth enrollment process.