Bhakti Glossary (Page 57)

Jagadguruttam

Shri Kripalu Ji Maharaj

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.

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lila-sthali | लीला-स्थली

Devanagari: लीला-स्थली ISO15919: līlā sthalī also written as leela sthali A sacred site of Shri Radha Krishna's pastimes. LEARN MORE Literally translates to "place of pastimes," making it a...

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liliharini | लिलिहारिनी

Devanagari: लिलिहारिनी ISO15919: lilihārinī A female artist who is an expert at drawing henna designs on the hands and feet. LEARN MORE These professionals used to roam the streets of residential areas...

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loka | लोक

Devanagari: लोक ISO15919: loka also written as lok A generic term used for an abode or realm. Each avatara has Their own loka in the divine realm. This is where the avatara resides eternally. LEARN...

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maan | मान

Devanagari: मान ISO15919: māna also written as maan An elevated state of divine love where the lover discards all formalities and reservations. Even though love is brimming, the lover expresses a fake resentment towards the...

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mana bhakti | मान भक्ति

Devanagari: मान भक्ति ISO15919: māna bhakti also written as maan bhakti The fourth level of siddha bhakti. A devotee in this stage discards all formalities and reservations. LEARN MORE Following the stage of sneha...

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madana mahabhava | मादन महाभाव

Devanagari: मादन महाभाव ISO15919: mādana mahābhāva The zenith of divine love. Shri Radha is the personification of madana mahabhava. LEARN MORE The bliss of madana mahabhava is not attainable by Shri Krishna. This...