Stephen Knapp (author)
Stephen Knapp | |
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| Born | United States |
| Nationality | American |
| Other names | Sri Nandanandana Dasa (Śrī Nandanandana Dāsa) |
| Occupations |
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| Known for | Writings on Vedic culture, promoting Sanātana Dharma |
| Awards | Padma Shri (2025) |
| Title | Associated with ISKCON Detroit |
| Religious life | |
| Religion | Hinduism |
| Order | Brahma-Madhva-Gaudiya sampradaya |
| School | Gaudiya Vaishnavism |
| Religious career | |
| Teacher | A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada |
| Website | www |
Stephen Knapp, also known by his spiritual name Sri Nandanandana Dasa (Śrī Nandanandana Dāsa), is an American author, spiritual practitioner, researcher, and lecturer on Vedic culture (Sanātana Dharma) and philosophy.[1][2][3] He is associated with the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) and is a disciple of A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada.[2][3]
Knapp has authored numerous books and articles focused on Vedic traditions, philosophy, and Indian spirituality. His works include The Secret Teachings of the Vedas, Proof of Vedic Culture's Global Existence, and The Heart of Hinduism.[3] He is the founder of the Vedic Friends Association (VFA) and heads the ISKCON temple in Detroit, Michigan.[4][3]
In January 2025, the Government of India announced that Knapp would be awarded the Padma Shri, the country's fourth-highest civilian honor, for his contributions in the field of Literature and Education.[5][6] The award recognized his efforts in promoting Indian traditions and spiritual heritage globally.[1][7] He received the award from President Droupadi Murmu at the Rashtrapati Bhavan on April 28, 2025.[8][9]
References
[edit]- ^ a b "President Murmu confers Padma Shri for Literature to American author Stephen Knapp". The Tribune. Retrieved April 29, 2025.
- ^ a b ""It's Krishna's Mercy": Sri Nandanandana Dasa Reflects on Padma Shri Recognition". ISKCON News. January 27, 2025. Retrieved April 29, 2025.
- ^ a b c d Chopra, Parveen (January 30, 2025). "American champion of Vedic Culture gets India's Padma Shri award". Alotusinthemud. Retrieved April 29, 2025.
- ^ "Padma Award for Stephen Knapp". Indo American News. March 7, 2025. Retrieved April 29, 2025.
- ^ "Padma Awards 2025 announced". Press Information Bureau, Government of India. January 25, 2025. Retrieved April 29, 2025.
- ^ "Padma Awards 2025: Ajith Kumar, Shobana Chandrakumar among awardees -- Check out full list". Mint. January 25, 2025. Retrieved April 29, 2025.
- ^ "Indian Americans honored with Padma Awards 2025". NRI Pulse. January 28, 2025. Retrieved April 29, 2025.
- ^ "President Murmu confers Padma Shri for Literature to American author Stephen Knapp". The Tribune. April 28, 2025. Retrieved April 29, 2025.
- ^ "President Murmu confers Padma Awards to 71 distinguished personalities". AP7AM. April 28, 2025. Retrieved April 29, 2025.