History

With an introduction and annotations by Jayādvaita Swami

"The Jaya-Haya Letters" reveals the 1970–71 correspondence between Jayādvaita Dāsa and Hayagrīva Dāsa during the production of the unabridged Bhagavad-gītā As It Is, offering historical insights into its meticulous editorial process.

This article explores the editorial work behind Śrīla Prabhupāda’s writings, balancing fidelity to his instructions with necessary revisions. It provides insights into the challenges, processes, and history of editing his transcendental works.

by Jayādvaita Swami

Happiness on 2nd Avenue offers a glimpse into the Hare Kṛṣṇa movement in 1966, featuring Hayagrīva Prabhu chanting and sharing remarks. A historical vignette, it captures the movement’s early vibrancy.

by Draviḍa Dāsa

Draviḍa Dāsa explores the revisions made to Śrīla Prabhupāda’s books after his disappearance. With restored text, improved fidelity, and Śrīla Prabhupāda’s prior authorization, this article addresses editorial concerns and historical editing challenges.

by Draviḍa Dāsa

Draviḍa Dāsa explores Śrīla Prabhupāda's trust in Jayādvaita Swami as an editor of his books, addressing criticisms of revisions made to the Bhagavad-gītā As It Is and highlighting Prabhupāda's unwavering confidence in his service.

by Jayādvaita Swami

Jayādvaita Swami clarifies the famous “Rascal Editors” incident, revealing the true editorial error that disturbed Śrīla Prabhupāda in 1977. The article examines misconceptions about the error while affirming the importance of editorial fidelity.