The President of the World Vaisnava Association
Param Pujyapad Srila Bhakti Pramod Puri Maharaj Bhakti Promode Puri Goswami Maharaja at 100 years of age is the seniormost living representative of Gaudiya Vaishnavism on the planet today. In The Heart of Krishna, he calls upon all of those who are pursuing the path of devotion to be cautious in their dealings with devotees, especially the pure devotees of the Lord.
Srila Puri Maharaja was well known as the best kirtana leader in the early days of Sri Gaudiya Math and often sang on radio programs. He is well known for his extensive knowledge and meticulous practice of deity worship and installation. His service to Srila Sarasvati Thakur installing deities in new temples made him known as Pujapada.
The President of the WVA approaching in 1998 his 101th birthday. Chant:
Hare Krishna Hare Krishna
Krishna Krishna Hare Hare
Hare Rama Hare Rama
Rama Rama Hare Hare
