Krishna Avanti Gifts Tapestry to Queen

BY: RADHA MOHAN DAS

Apr 12, 2012 — WATFORD, ENGLAND, UK (SUN) — The photo above shows the Queen unveiling a beautiful tapestry which depicts Caitanya Mahaprabhu dancing in Jharikanda forest with the animals, a gift from the Krishna Avanti School to Buckingham Palace.

Bhaktivedanta Manor Temple President Srutidharma das explained to the Queen that Caitanya Mahaprabhu taught a philosophy that is "beyond all material designations and differences, and that through singing and dancing we should surrender our hearts to God".

The children also recited a verse from the Siksastaka, with a translation which explained that "in order to have peace and prosperity in society we need to imbibe three qualities: humility, tolerance and respect for all others". Srutidharma das explained that the Krishna Avanti School is based on these values, to which the Queen responded, "Isn't that wonderful!"

Ys,
Radha Mohan das
Bhaktivedanta Manor Communications
Secretary