Jan 12, 2013 — INDIA (SUN) —
The Final Order by Krishnakant Desai has been perhaps the most influential post-1977 publication in the Vaisnava world. It is the "Bible" of Ritvikites, accepted by them as the final word on guru-tattva, superseding all sastra and tradition prevenient to it.
In August 2012, Rocana dasa published Defeat of Ritvik-vada, a comprehensive rebuttal of Krishnakant's Final Order (actually it is his so-called final order, and not that of Srila Prabhupada). Employing the same legalistic style as that of TFO, DOR thoroughly exposes the convoluted illogic, speculation, and outright dishonesty that comprises TFO.
So far there has not been a formal reply from any of the various Ritvikite camps. If any of these camps -- or Krishnakant himself, as the prime apostle of Ritviksm -- has any response to DOR, then let's hear it. Or please let it be known if you are in the process of framing a reply.
Totally ignoring the fact that their manifesto has been trounced, the Ritvikites continue to spout their dogma as if it were axiomatic truth, and to viciously berate anyone who does not accept it.
Undoubtedly there are serious problems in the Vaisnava world today, and those concerning the role of guru are prominent. But DOR has shown that Ritvikism cannot be a solution, but simply adds to the confusion.
Ritvikites should admit defeat. That they continue to flaunt their doctrine simply attests to their fanaticism and shamelessness.
