Distinguish primary scripture from commentary, retelling, lecture and personal reflection.
BOOKS & MEDIA LIBRARY
Read deeply.
Listen widely.
A guided doorway to Krishna scripture, books, recorded teachings, media and family resources—organized so you can find a trustworthy place to begin.
A CURATED STARTING POINT
Not every resource serves the same purpose.
Translations and explanations reflect particular lineages and interpretive approaches.
Record the author, speaker, publisher, date and surrounding chapter whenever possible.
SEARCH THE COLLECTION
Choose your doorway.
9 resources · External availability verified July 29, 2026
Bhaktivedanta Vedabase
Bhagavad-gītā As It Is
Krishna’s dialogue with Arjuna across eighteen chapters, with Sanskrit, transliteration, translation and commentary.
- Format
- Read online
- Best for
- All readers
Bhaktivedanta Vedabase
Śrīmad-Bhāgavatam
A twelve-canto Purana whose tenth canto narrates Krishna’s appearance and many principal lilas.
- Format
- Read online
- Best for
- Deep study
Bhaktivedanta Vedabase
Kṛṣṇa, the Supreme Personality of Godhead
A connected retelling and explanation of Krishna’s activities, drawn chiefly from the Bhagavatam’s tenth canto.
- Format
- Read online
- Best for
- New readers
Bhaktivedanta Vedabase
The Nectar of Devotion
An introduction to the qualities, practices and relationships of bhakti based on Rūpa Gosvāmī’s Bhakti-rasāmṛta-sindhu.
- Format
- Read online
- Best for
- Practitioners
Bhaktivedanta Vedabase
Lectures and conversations
A searchable collection of recorded teachings with dated transcripts, including talks on the Gita and Bhagavatam.
- Format
- Audio + transcript
- Best for
- All listeners
Krishna.com
Krishna.com media
A broad doorway to Krishna-related audio, video, articles and introductory material. Review the source and speaker on each item.
- Format
- Audio + video
- Best for
- General
Krishna.com
Krishna conscious songs for children
Simple songs and lyrics that families and educators can use to introduce Krishna’s stories through music.
- Format
- Songs + lyrics
- Best for
- Children & families
ISKCON
ISKCON education
An overview of Sunday schools, adult programs and educational initiatives available through ISKCON communities.
- Format
- Programs + courses
- Best for
- Families & teachers
Gitabase
Gitabase
An offline-oriented scripture study framework with Sanskrit, transliteration and translations in multiple languages.
- Format
- Web + Android
- Best for
- Comparative study
GUIDED PATHWAYS
Three ways to begin.
Use these as gentle sequences, not rigid curricula. Move at the pace that supports attention and understanding.
I am new to Krishna
Begin with the Gita overview, then read selected Krishna stories.
- Bhagavad-gītā introduction
- Krishna Book chapters
- A nearby temple visit
I want a steady study
Pair a primary text with context, notes and regular reflection.
- Choose one source edition
- Read in small sections
- Record questions and themes
I am learning with children
Use story, song, drawing and conversation rather than long lectures.
- One short Krishna story
- A song or creative activity
- One question to discuss
FOR FAMILIES
Let a story become a conversation.
For younger learners, a short retelling followed by drawing, music, role-play or one thoughtful question often creates more connection than a dense explanation.
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