ICEBREAKER — Most important lesson

The most important lesson I have learned from this course is that Deity worship is not just about performing rituals correctly; it is about developing the consciousness that Krishna is personally present and that I am serving Him. The standards of cleanliness, punctuality, careful worship, offering food, arati, and other services are meant to help me become more attentive, disciplined, and sincere in my devotional service. Most importantly, I learned that the real purpose of these practices is to develop love and a deeper relationship with Krishna.

The most important lesson I have learned from this course is that Deity worship is much more than just knowing the procedures and making sure I do everything correctly. I came into the course with a lot of questions about what I was supposed to do and a fear of making offenses because I really want to serve Krishna properly. I have learned that understanding the purpose behind the worship is just as important as learning the actual steps.

I also learned that the standards of worship need to be understood according to our circumstances and what we are actually able to maintain, and that we should think carefully about what Deities we take responsibility for. At the same time, I don't want the worship to become something I am just trying to accomplish or check off a list. The devotion and sincerity behind the service are so important.

I think the biggest thing I am taking away is that Deity worship gives me a much more direct and personal way to serve Krishna. I am still learning and I know I have a lot more to learn, but this course has helped me feel less afraid of doing something wrong and more interested in understanding how I can serve with sincerity, care, and devotion.

Hare Krishna!

The realization I received from the Deity worship at home course is that Deity worship is not just about performing rituals correctly, but it is about how to develop a loving and personal relationship with Krishna through the sincere devotional service. It has also helped me become more mindful of Krishna throughout the day.

Even simple services like cleaning, dressing, offering bhoga, or arranging the altar can be performed with love and attention. I learned that the mood and sincerity behind the service are just as important as knowing the proper procedures.

This course has inspired me to serve the deities more attentively and see every service as a personal opportunity to please Krishna.

The most important thing that I learned was about refining the process that I have been using for both Bhoga offering and Arati.

The most important lesson that I learned from this course is that the worship of the deity should be done together with the chanting of the holy name in order to make rapid progress in krishna consciousness. Although the maha mantra is indeed the yuga dharma, the process for the fallen age of Kali Yuga, deity worship is practically essential for a serious adept of bhakti yoga. Deity worship helps to remove material attachments and to focus one's attention on service to Krishna.

Hare Krishna.

My Gaura Nitai deities came to me as my wedding gift. I did not have any deities prior to that. I was worshiping Krishna in the picture form. I have been worshipping my deities but I did not have any proper training. I am so glad I found this course.

Everything taught in this course have cleared my doubts and gave a sastric perception to my understanding. The most important lesson I learnt is the importance of cleanliness and purity, understanding the offenses, proper method of bathing and dressing the deities, taking care of deities with the utmost care. I know the real purpose behind deity worship that its not just a ritual but having personal relationship with Krishna.

Now I understand the philosophical aspect of the practice of deity worship. I learned the proper standards and importance of consistency in deity worship. I am more clear on the process of waking the deities and putting them to bed. I am more aware of the details in the process and I will pay more attention to the details as I have a good training from this course.

Now I am more inspired to improve my practice by applying what I have learned from this course and continue seeking training and education in deity worship.

Thank you for the time and effort you take to facilitate this course.