Kali
In this article, Bhaktivinoda Ṭhākura presents a detailed explanation of the four major vices of Kali-yuga and examines why they constitute impediments to pure bhakti. First published in Sajjana Toṣaṇī, Vol. 15, Issue 1, 1903.
The Savings of a Vaiṣṇava (Vaiṣṇavera Sañcaya)
Vaiṣṇavera Sañcaya (The Savings of a Vaiṣṇava) examines how householder Vaiṣṇavas may properly save money to maintain their families whilst engaging in kṛṣṇa-sevā and vaiṣṇava-sevā. Śrīla Bhaktivinoda Ṭhākura outlines the distinctions between the duties and practices of householders and mendicants, clarifying that financial prudence is not inconsistent with sincere devotional service. First published in Sajjana Toṣaṇī, Vol. 5, Issue 11, 1894.
Who is a Paramārthī? (Paramārthī Ke?)
Śrīla Bhaktivinoda Ṭhākura explains the meaning of the word ‘paramārtha’ and differentiates between artha (a mundane objective) and paramārtha (the highest objective). Through this analysis, the article examines what it means to be a true paramārthī—one who pursues the ultimate spiritual goal—and explores the philosophical distinction between ordinary material pursuits and the supreme transcendental aim of human life. First published in Sajjana Toṣaṇī, Vol. 4, Issue 1, 1892.
Begging Alms (Muṣṭi-bhikṣā)
Bhaktivinoda Ṭhākura explains the system of begging for alms from householders and how it has become degraded. First published in Sajjana Toṣaṇī, Vol. 6, Issue 3, 1894.
Brahmacārī Āśrama
Bhaktivinoda Ṭhākura argues that most Vedic scholars in Bengal are contaminated by māyāvāda philosophy and emphasises the necessity for a genuine brahmacārī āśrama to teach the true meaning of Vedānta. This short article examines the institutional and philosophical requirements for properly training celibate students in authentic Vedantic understanding. First published in Sajjana Toṣaṇī, Vol. 10, Issue 7, 1899.
Brāhmaṇism and Vaiṣṇavism (Brāhmaṇatva o Vaiṣṇavatva)
Bhaktivinoda Ṭhākura explains the unique relationship between Brāhmanism and Vaiṣṇavism, demonstrating how these two traditions are fundamentally interdependent. Through careful analysis of their theological and philosophical connections, the article elucidates the ways in which Brāhmaṇical learning and practice complement and support the devotional path of Vaiṣṇavism. First published in Sajjana Toṣaṇī, Vol. 4.
The Marriage System of Bengal
The Ṭhākura explains Hindu marriage customs and their deplorable forms through historical outlines of various types of traditional marriages. He expresses sympathy for the women subjected to the inhumane marital practices of certain groups in Bengal, offering a critical analysis of these social conditions. First published as an English article in 1871.
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