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Update on the Condition of His Holiness Jayapataka Swami

The ISKCON Governing Body Commission (GBC), which is currently meeting for five days at ISKCON's Juhu Beach Temple in Mumbai, was shocked this morning at the news that His Holiness Jayapataka Swami, our dear god-brother and GBC colleague, was rushed to the hospital at approximately 4 AM Mumbai time.

Aniruddha dasa, GBC Deputy, has sent three reports about Maharaja's condition. We would like to update ISKCON devotees worldwide about Maharaja and beg for your prayers on his behalf. We ask devotees around the world to pray to Lord Krishna and Lord Nrsimhadeva for Jayapataka Swami's protection.

Maharaja was rushed to the hospital this morning in an ambulance after his assistants found him in bed around 3:30 AM unable to move and calling for help in a semi-conscious state. He was taken the Hinduja Hospital, not far from the Juhu ISKCON temple. He was unconscious when he arrived at the hospital. There several tests were conducted and it was concluded that there was no problem with his heart, as first suspected.

Maharaja's blood pressure was dangerously high, but more importantly it was determined that he had suffered two brain hemorrhages (internal bleeding). One was located in the brain stem, a very sensitive area at the base of the brain where surgery is not possible.

Several expert physicians were called in, including devotee doctors from the Bhaktivedanta Hospital in Mumbai. Specialists included neurologists and a neurosurgeon.

Jayapataka Swami is in the intensive care unit. As the hospital will not allow many visitors in the unit, GBC members Sivarama Swami, Bir Krishna Goswami, Bhakti Caru Swami, and Radhanatha Swami who had rushed to the hospital in the morning to be with Jayapataka Swami, returned to the temple around noon. Upon return, Radhanatha Swami immediately updated the GBC about Maharaja's condition.

Radhanatha Swami reported that Jayapataka Swami remains in critical condition. His condition is extremely delicate. One positive report he shared with the GBC, was that, although not apparently conscious, when Jayapataka Swami was asked to squeeze his left hand, he did so.

As surgery is not an option at this time, doctors are monitoring Maharajas' condition very carefully, and administering medication as appropriate.

Jayapataka Swami is one of ISKCON's most senior devotees. He is a dear disciple of Srila Prabhupada. He pioneered preaching in India as well as congregational outreach programs. He has been a faithful and important member of the GBC for decades.

We fervently pray to Lord Krishna for His protection. He has sacrificed his life in service, and we pray the Lord will give him full strength. We also offer our prayers and full support to the disciples of our dear god-brother in this most difficult time.

We request that devotees of ISKCON worldwide offer prayers to their Deities and to Srila Prabhupada that this great leader among us may regain his health and remain with us to serve the ISKCON mission for many more years.

We value, respect and love Jayapataka Maharaja. We admire his deep love for Prabhupada, for the ISKCON society, and for suffering humanity. May Lord Krishna be pleased to allow us all many more years of service to, and association with, His Holiness Jayapataka Swami.

Your servants,

The Members of the ISKCON Governing Body Commission
Ramai Swami, Chairperson
ISKCON Radha Rasabihari Temple Juhu Beach, Mumbai, India
October 23, 2008 4:30 PM

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Letter PAMHO:16385005
From:      Bhakti Purusottama Swami (Mayapur - IN)
Date:      27-Oct-08 02:49 (21:49 -0500)
Subject:   report
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Dear Maharajs, Prabhus, Matajis,
Please accept my humble obeisance . All glories to Srila Prabhupada.

First of all I would like to thank all devotees around the world for praying for my guru maharaj , His Holiness Jayapataka Swami Maharaj. Guru Maharj's situation is very critical. Though there is some indication of slight positive development still it is very insignificant development. He is still supported by ventilator. Though once or twice a day he just opens his eyes and aparently responds to what devotees say. This is still not so remarkable as he is not speaking yet. I humbly request every one to kindly pray to Lord Sri Krishna very intensely and not become relaxed hearing the developments of Guru Maharaja's health. One of the famous astrologer who had come here from Beneras said Guru maharaj's condition will remain very critical till the end  of 28th Oct. Because of tithi is Amavasya. After that he may get better. Guru maharj's health will be safe condition only after 14th Nov.

Many devotees from different part of the world are comming to see Guru Maharaja or planning to come here. It is very nice to see that how much love and affection devotees around the world have for Guru Maharaja. However every one should know at this point no one should go to see him. Doctor has strictly prohibited for any one to visit Guru Maharaja now. As he is in Intensive critical care unit(ICCU) constantly two to three nurses are engaged constantly to look after him. Devotees visiting Guru Maharja is creating simply a disturbance. We humbly request devotees not to expect to go to see His Holiness and thus create hindernace in his treatment.

For update of Guru maharaj's health condition we have opened a website http://www.jpshealth.info or you can also visit mayapur.com and http://www.jpsoffice.com and get the updates.

There is also one information office at Iskocn Mumbai, Juhu. You can call there at 0091- 2226244500 , 0091 26206860 ext - 185 and get report. This office will remain open from 6.00am to 9 pm, Indian time.

Finally I request every one to chant extra rounds japa and offer it to Guru Maharaja. At this point Holy name is only our shelter.

Thank you very much.

Your humble servant

Bhakti Purusottama Swami

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The doctors are happy with the progress. In fact they are amazed how Guru Maharaja is making fast recovery in comparison to other similar cases. They say it is a miracle. Although they wanted to take off the ventilator because of the unstable BP they don't want to do it today. Hasty decision might become dangerous at this time so the doctors are very careful. His sugar level is alright. Guru Maharaja is moving his limbs on his own and opens his eyes now and then on his own.

No devotees are absolutely allowed in the hospital to see Guru Maharaja as he gets emotional and that increases his BP. Atleast for 2 to 3 days NO DEVOTEES WILL BE ALLOWED may it be senior devotees or GBCs, TPs etc. Please stay where you are and pray and chant for Gurudeva to heal faster.

Your humble servant,

Ratnavali dd