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The fifth original Jagadguru in the history of the world
Jagadguru Shri Kripalu Ji Maharaj (1922–2013) was the foremost spiritual master of the modern era, revered for his profound wisdom and universal message of true love and devotion. In 1957, at just 34 years of age, he was honoured as India’s fifth original Jagadguru and conferred the unparalleled title of Jagadguruttam. Through thousands of enlightening discourses and deeply practical writings, he brought the essence of Vedic philosophy within reach of all, guiding countless souls toward selfless devotion and a life of lasting happiness.
Devanagari: नवधा भक्ति ISO15919: navadhā bhakti The nine processes of devotion as described by Prahlada (Bhagavatam 7.5.23) and accepted by Vaishnava spiritual masters: shravanam - hearing, kirtanam - congregational chanting, smarana - remembrance,...
Devanagari: प्रत्यक्ष प्रमाण ISO 15919: pratyakṣa pramāṇa Knowledge gained through direct perception, that is, by observing, experiencing or perceiving something with the senses. LEARN MORE In a spiritual context, this is...
Devanagari: अंतःकरण ISO15919: aṁtaḥkaraṇa also written as antahkarana, antah-karan The inner machinery consisting of the mind, the intellect and the tendencies of the mind caused by one's actions in past lives. The...
Devanagari: ऐश्वर्यानन्द ISO15919: aiśvaryānanda also written as aishwaryananda, aishwaryanand One of the two types of special sweetness of bliss that Shri Krishna enjoys through His devotees, svarupa shaktyananda, where His majesty and...
Devanagari: वर्ण ISO15919: varṇa The four Hindu social classes: Brahmin - the priestly class dedicated to simple living and the study and teaching of scripture, Kshatriya - the protectors of society, warriors, Vaishya - agriculturalists,...
Devanagari: भक्ति ISO15919: bhakti Devotion. LEARN MORE The very meaning of the word bhakti – derived from the root word, bhaj sevayam - is “to serve”. The Saints and scriptures speak of two types: sadhana bhakti...
