In Depth - Bhakti Vocabulary
Occasionally a reflection of few symptoms of ecstasy of divine love might appear in material bodies for a brief duration. When such symptoms appear in material bodies they are called ratyabhasa (Devanagari: रत्याभास ISO15919: ratyābhāsa ). Some people deeply study scriptures, some might have practiced a lot of
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Trikaaldarshi (Devanagari: त्रिकालदर्शी; ISO 15919: trikāladarśī) refers to the Seer of the Three Times. The term is composed of Tri (three), Kaal (time), and Darshi (seer). It describes one who possesses the omniscient ability to witness the past, present, and future simultaneously. Possessors of this Vision
modan mahabhava (Devanagari: मोदन महाभाव ISO15919: modana mahābhāva ) is one of the adhirudha mahabhava (highly advanced divine love).. In this state, numerous symptoms of divine ecstasy continuously arise in Shri Radha. While this exalted state is natural to Her, by Her special grace, Shri Krishna and the
Same as mukti.
Prapann (Devanagari: प्रपन्न; ISO 15919: prapanna) refers to a fully surrendered soul. It is considered the superlative form of Panna: * Panna: Refers to the physical act of reverence—placing one's forehead on the feet of God (Hari) or the Guru to honor Them. * Prapanna: Refers to
Sharanagati (Devanagari: शरणागति; ISO 15919: śaraṇāgati) refers to the state of surrender or exclusive refuge. It entails the "submission of spontaneity," meaning the devotee voluntarily gives up their independent will and ego-driven initiatives to rely totally on the mercy of God. Far from being a forced act,
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Svayam Shri Krishna (Devanagari: स्वयं श्री कृष्ण; ISO 15919: svayaṁ śrī kṛṣṇa) literally means "Shri Krishna Himself." 👑 The Supreme Source This term is used to denote the Supreme Lord (Purna Brahm). It signifies that He is the absolute source of: * All Descensions: He is
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Vishesh Kripa (Devanagari: विशेष कृपा; ISO 15919: viśēṣa kr̥pā) refers to Special Grace. Unlike General Grace (Samanya Kripa), which is universal, Special Grace is bestowed exclusively upon those who sincerely desire to attain God. It manifests in three profound ways: * Divine Memory: When a soul reincarnates,
Samanya Kripa (Devanagari: सामान्य कृपा; ISO 15919: sāmānya kr̥pā) refers to God's general grace. It is the benevolent kindness that God bestows equally upon all living beings, regardless of their devotion or recognition of Him. We do not pay God for these services,