Bhakti Glossary (Page 59)

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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mahana | महान

Devanagari: महान ISO15919: mahāna also written as mahan A subtle element created from maya shakti. This is the primary force of srishti. LEARN MORE Referring to the cosmic intelligence, it is the very first subtle...

Jul 22, 2025

mahapralaya | महाप्रलय

Devanagari: महाप्रलय ISO15919: mahāpralaya The period of time where there is no manifestation of maya. During this time, Shri Krishna sleeps in yoganidra. Maya merges back into Shri Krishna. All jiva remain inactive and...

Jul 22, 2025

mahaprasada | महाप्रसाद

Devanagari: महाप्रसाद ISO15919: mahāprasāda also written as mahaprasad The remnants of the Lord. LEARN MORE bhog mahabhog REFERENCE Sadhan Sadhya - The Way to God's Love, March 2024...

Jul 22, 2025

mahapurusha | महापुरुष

Devanagari: महापुरुष ISO15919: mahāpuruṣa A God-realised soul. LEARN MORE In the context of bhaktiyoga, a mahapurusha is not merely a historically great figure, but specifically a soul who has attained God-realisation. Having gone...

Jul 22, 2025

maharaas | महारास

Devanagari: महारास ISO15919: mahārāsa also written as maharasa The divine dance that happened on the night of Sharat Purnima. This is the highest form of divine bliss that an individual soul can attain. LEARN...

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maharasika | महारसिक

Devanagari: महारसिक ISO15919: mahārasika also written as maharasik A Saint ever immersed in the divine love bliss of Shri Krishna, loving Him as his beloved. REFERENCE Sadhan Sadhya - The Way to God'...