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Mahaprabhu Shree Hit Harivansh Goswami (another spelling, Hita Harivaṃśa, 1473 CE–1552 CE) is a Braj-language bhakti poet-sant and the founder of Radha Vallabh Sampradaya.[1] His principal work is the hymnal Hita-Caurāsī.[2]

Born in Baad Graam (modern day Bad near Mathura on 11th Day of the Hindu month of Vaishakh (Ekadashi). He is considered as the incarnation of Lord Krishna (Hari) and Krishna's flute by the followers.[3] A follower of Prema Bhakti and devotee of Radharani as the ultimate Supreme Power.[4] He was the Guru of Jaimal Rathore, ruler of Martha State and brother of Mirabai.[5][6]

वृंदाविपीन को प्रकाशित करके सबको प्रेमभक्ति प्रधान करना ये इनकी करुणा है। जय जय श्री हित हरिवंश।।

Early Works

Hit Harivansh Mahaprabhu was born to Pandit Vyas Mishra and Tara Rani on the 11th day of the bright half of the month of Vaishakh in the year 1509. His birth is said to have been miraculous, with divine signs marking his arrival. From a young age, he exhibited a profound spiritual inclination and devotion to Lord Krishna.

Works

Hith Harivansh's principal work is the Hita-Caurāsī (a.k.a. Caurāsī Pad) — the eighty-four verses (hymns) in Braj Bhasha in praise of Radha.[2]

He received initiation into the path of devotion and began his spiritual journey at an early age. Under the guidance of his guru, Swami Sri Shantanand, he delved deeply into the scriptures and the practice of Bhakti. His intense devotion and poetic expression quickly gained him a following.

Philosophy

The philosophy of Hit Harivansh Mahaprabhu centered around the concept of Ragatmika Bhakti, which is spontaneous and loving devotion towards Radha and Krishna. He emphasized the intimate and personal relationship between the devotee and the divine couple, advocating for a heartfelt and emotional connection rather than ritualistic practices.

Legacy

Hit Harivansh Mahaprabhu's teachings and compositions have had a lasting impact on the Bhakti tradition. The Radhavallabh Temple in Vrindavan, established by his followers, remains a significant place of pilgrimage. His disciples and followers continue to celebrate his teachings and propagate his philosophy.

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Footnotes

  1. ^ Beck 2005, p. 66.
  2. ^ a b White 1977; Snell 1991; Beck 2005, pp. 67–68.
  3. ^ Beck 2005, p. 67.
  4. ^ Beck 2005, p. 76.
  5. ^ "श्री रघुलाल जी का जयमलजी के वचन की रक्षा करना". www.bhaktamal.com. Retrieved 28 June 2021.
  6. ^ Shree Bhaktmal, Geeta Press, Gorakhpur, P.437

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