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Harikrsna Vina — Duhkha Kona Hare

The song "Hari-Krishna Vina Duhkha Kona Hare" is a gem of Bengali devotional literature. It is a expression of the longing of a devotee to be in the association of the Supreme Lord and to chant His Holy Name. The song is often sung by devotees of ISKCON (International Society for Krishna Consciousness) and other Gaudiya Vaishnava organizations. It serves as a reminder of the importance of chanting the Holy Name and taking shelter of the lotus feet of Sri Hari.

Bhaktivinoda Thakura

Without the Holy Name of Hari-Krishna, no one can get rid of sorrow. harikrsna vina duhkha kona hare

The song emphasizes the importance of chanting the Holy Name of Hari-Krishna to get rid of sorrow and achieve spiritual advancement. It is a call to the mind to take shelter of the lotus feet of Hari and to chant His Name throughout life. Bhaktivinoda Thakura, a renowned Bengali saint and songwriter, composed this song to inspire people to take to the path of devotion and chanting the Holy Name. The song "Hari-Krishna Vina Duhkha Kona Hare" is

হরিকৃষ্ণ বিনা দুঃখ কো'না হরে (Hari-Krishna Vina Duhkha Kona Hare) It serves as a reminder of the importance