Krsna in Vrndavana (Introduction): Sudda Bhakti Cintamani- The Touchstone of Pure Devotional Service

The dedication to Śuddha-bhakti-cintāmaṇi expresses reverence for those Vaiṣṇavas who consider the path of pure devotional service, inaugurated by Lord Caitanya and disseminated by Śrīla Prabhupāda, as paramount in their lives.

When Śivarāma Swami embarked on elucidating Kṛṣṇa's Vṛndāvana pastimes, inquiries arose regarding the prerequisites for accessing such literature. Addressing these inquiries led to the expansion of what was initially intended as a brief paper, culminating in the creation of Śuddha-bhakti-cintāmaṇi, the fourth in the Kṛṣṇa in Vṛndāvana Series.

The book delves into the progressive sequence of the development of pure seed into pure faith, which eventually develops into a creeper of devotional service. Conversely, it also explores the manifestations of impure faith and devotional practices. The text addresses how one discerns between pure and impure faith, the common impurities that arise, and the transformative journey from impurity to purity in devotion. It elucidates the stages of pure devotion, potential obstacles, and various other fundamental aspects of bhakti.