Articles

Research and analysis documenting the unauthorized changes to Srila Prabhupada's books.

quotes 1 March 2020

Quotes on Textual Preservation

29 authoritative quotes from Prabhupada and scripture on why transcendental literature must not be altered by unqualified editors.

By Krishna-books.com

arsa prayoga 15 January 2020

Arsa-Prayoga: Preserving the Sacred Texts

The Vedic principle that one cannot alter a spiritual master's texts after their passing. Acceptance must occur 'as it is' out of respect.

By Krishna-books.com

book changes 22 June 2019

The "Rascal Editors" Conversation

Transcript and analysis of Prabhupada's 1977 conversation where he discovered unauthorized edits to his books and ordered them restored.

By Krishna-books.com

book changes 1 May 2019

The Definitive English Edition of Bhagavad-gita

Prabhupada called his 1972 Macmillan Bhagavad-gita 'the definitive edition.' The 1983 revision deleted this designation and Professor Dimock's foreword.

By Krishna-books.com

editorial 10 January 2019

How Editing Changes the Meaning

Specific examples where single-word changes fundamentally alter Prabhupada's philosophical message.

By Krishna-books.com

book changes 1 September 2018

Massive Changes to Teachings of Lord Caitanya

Over 15,000 documented changes to the Krishna Book. The Teachings of Lord Caitanya also underwent extensive unauthorized revision.

By Krishna-books.com

editorial 15 June 2018

The Real Issues of the Book Changes

Posthumous editing must follow established publishing protocols: proper labeling, dating, numbering, and clear distinction from originals.

By Govinda Dasi

book changes 1 March 2018

77% of Bhagavad-gita Verses Changed

Statistical analysis showing 520 of 700 verses (74%) had words removed, rearranged, or inserted. Chapter 17 had 93% of verses altered.

By Krishna-books.com

artwork 1 November 2017

Windows to the Spiritual World

37 original paintings deleted, 11 repainted, Krishna's conchshell replaced with a whip, portraits of previous spiritual masters removed.

By Krishna-books.com

legal 1 May 2017

BBT vs BBTI: What Happened?

The original BBT established by Prabhupada is not the same entity as BBT International (BBTI). Understanding the distinction is crucial.

By Krishna-books.com