Bhakti Siddhant Glossary
The Significance of January 14th: A Historical Conferral Beyond the start of a new year, January holds profound historical significance. On the auspicious day of Makar Sankranti (January 14, 1957), the revered Shri Kripalu Ji Maharaj graciously accepted the singular title of Jagadguru—an honor bestowed by the scholars of
Bhakti Siddhant Glossary
Same as Trimurti.
Jagadguruttam Kripalu
The word Jagadguruttam (Devanagari: जगदगुरूत्तम ISO15919: jagadagurūttama) is a profound combination of three Sanskrit words: "jagad" (universe), "guru" (spiritual master or guide), and "uttam" (best among all). Therefore, Jagadguruttam signifies the supreme spiritual mentor of the entire world. From a foundational
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श्री गुरवे नमः All Glories to my Divine Spiritual Master. उत्तिष्ठत जाग्रत प्राप्य वरान्निबोधत । O material beings! Get up, awake and submit yourself to Guru to obtain spiritual knowledge. दुर्लभो विषयत्यागो
Bhakti Siddhant Glossary
Kamadhenu (Devanagari: कामधेनु; ISO 15919: kāmadhenu) refers to the celestial wish-fulfilling cow. Residing in svarga (Heaven), she is capable of fulfilling any material desire of her owner. Vedas say all the deities (Devi-Devatas) live within her physical form, symbolizing her sacred and all-encompassing nature. Legend of Raghu Her
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The Four Kumars (Devanagari: कुमार; ISO 15919: kumāra) refer to the four brothers: Sanak, Sanandan, Sanatan, and Sanat. Collectively, they are also known as Sanakadi (Devanagari: सनकादि; ISO 15919: sanakādi), meaning "Sanak and the others." Their Birth They manifested from the mind (Manas) of Creator
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Triloka (Devanagari: त्रिलोक; ISO 15919: trilōka) refers to the Three Worlds or the collective three classes of material planes. These realms are: * Swarg lok (Celestial Abodes): The heavenly realms. God grants residence here for a limited duration as a reward for strictly adhering to Vedic injunctions. * Mrityu
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We should pay respect to the celestial Gods and Goddesses, as they are the governors of some special powers conferred on them by Shri Krishna. In addition, Shri Krishna dwells in everyone’s hearts. However, one must not ask them for any power, wealth or other material gratifications. Material achievements
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Tribhuvan Pati (Devanagari: त्रिभुवन पति; ISO 15919: tribhuvana pati) literally translates to "The Lord of the Three Worlds." It is a reverential title for Lord MahaVishnu, signifying His supreme sovereignty over the entire material creation, which comprises the celestial (Svarga), earthly (Martya), and subterranean (Patala)
Bhakti Siddhant Glossary
Gurujan (Devanagari: गुरुजन; ISO 15919: gurujana) is a collective term referring to elders or revered individuals. While the word Guru specifically denotes a spiritual master or teacher, Gurujan is a broader honorific. It encompasses mentors, priests, and any elderly, honorable person to whom respect is due (such as
Jagadguruttam Kripalu
This is a true incident that happened over forty years ago. There was a devout couple who had a small temple in their house where they had established a metallic idol of Shri Radha Krishna. As per her daily routine, the lady of the house used to scrub the idol
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Charachar Jagat (Devanagari: चराचर जगत्; ISO 15919: carācara jagat) refers to the entire material universe. The term is a compound of Chara (moving/animate) and Achara (non-moving/inanimate). Thus, it signifies the totality of creation, encompassing all living beings and non-living entities existing within the realm of Maya (Samsara)