Bhakti Glossary (Page 94)

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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sankalpa | संकल्प

Devanagari: संकल्प ISO15919: saṁkalpa A firm resolve or intention made by one's own free will. LEARN MORE It is a strong mental commitment to achieving a goal, often used in spiritual practices,...

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sankirtana | संकीर्तन

Devanagari: संकीर्तन ISO15919: saṁkīrtana also written as sankirtan Congregational chanting of God's names, attributes, pastimes etc. LEARN MORE It is highly beneficial, as the collective spiritual energy generated by the voices...

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sant | संत

A saint....

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santosh | संतोष

Devanagari: सन्तोष ISO15919: saṁtoṣa Contentment: the practice of being satisfied and at peace with what one has. LEARN MORE In the eight limbs of ashtanga yoga, niyama is the second limb which consists of...

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Saptarishis | सप्तर्षि

Devanagari: सप्तर्षि ISO15919: saptarṣi The seven great sages created from the will of Lord Brahma, the creator. They are all God-realised souls and hold a status far greater than the gods and goddesses of...

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sargeshu | सर्गेषु

Devanagari: सर्गेषु ISO15919: sargeṣu Representing a single day of Lord Brahma, the creator: another name for kalpa and the plural form of sarga (Devanagari: सर्ग ISO15919: sarga). LEARN MORE If a soul wastes...