The book From Milwaukee to Mayapur by Steven J. Rosen is a biography of Jayapataka Swami, one of the prominent spiritual leaders of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON). It provides an in-depth account of his life, tracing his journey from his early years in Milwaukee, USA, to his spiritual path and significant contributions to the development of the Vaishnava tradition.

The author highlights key events in Jayapataka Swami’s life, including his meeting with Srila Prabhupada, the founder of ISKCON, his initiation, and his missionary work in India, particularly in Mayapur, where he played a vital role in developing the spiritual center. The book emphasizes not only his leadership qualities but also his profound dedication to the ideals of service to God and humanity.

Special focus is given to Jayapataka Swami’s missionary efforts, his work in spreading Vaishnava philosophy worldwide, and his engagement with devotees from diverse cultures. Through this biography, Steven J. Rosen presents an inspiring example of a life fully devoted to service.

This book is valuable both for Krishna devotees and for a broader audience interested in the lives of extraordinary spiritual leaders, their mission, and their impact on the global spiritual community.

Gurukula is as essential to varnasrama as the root is essential to a tree.

Srila Prabhupada, the Founder-Acarya of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness, stressed multiple times the importance of gurukula and its high time his true followers engage in serious planning to make his vision a reality.

In this booklet you will learn about Srila Prabhupada emphasis on full-immersion Krishna conscious schooling; on his two-ingredient recipe for success; and on the stumbling blocks to seeing his instructions implemented in the present and in the future.