Srila Prabupada's Books

Last updated May 07, 2026

Major Works

Bhagavad-gita As It Is

Bhagavad-gita As It Is presents the conversation between Lord Krishna and Arjuna, with Srila Prabhupada's translations and purports. It is often the best first book for someone beginning the study of Krishna consciousness.

Srimad-Bhagavatam

Srimad-Bhagavatam is a major Vaishnava scripture describing the Supreme Lord, His devotees, incarnations, teachings, and pastimes. Srila Prabhupada translated and commented on many volumes of this work and carried early volumes with him when he travelled to the West.

Sri Caitanya-caritamrta

Sri Caitanya-caritamrta presents the life and teachings of Sri Caitanya Mahaprabhu, who spread the chanting of the holy names of Krishna. It is especially important for understanding the mood and theology of Gaudiya Vaishnavism.

Krishna, the Supreme Personality of Godhead

Often called Krishna Book, this work presents Krishna's pastimes from the Tenth Canto of Srimad-Bhagavatam in a narrative form suitable for devotional reading.

The Nectar of Devotion

The Nectar of Devotion is Srila Prabhupada's summary study of Bhakti-rasamrta-sindhu by Srila Rupa Goswami. It explains the practice and stages of devotional service.

Sri Isopanisad

Sri Isopanisad is a concise Upanisadic text that introduces essential spiritual truths about the Supreme Lord, the living being, and the proper use of everything in God's service.

Suggested Reading Path

For new readers:

  1. Begin with Bhagavad-gita As It Is.

  2. Read Krishna, the Supreme Personality of Godhead for Krishna's pastimes.

  3. Study The Nectar of Devotion for the practice of bhakti.

  4. Begin Srimad-Bhagavatam with guidance from devotees.

  5. Approach Sri Caitanya-caritamrta to understand the mercy and teachings of Sri Caitanya Mahaprabhu.

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