The Pushtimarg Sampradaya is one of the most influential devotional traditions within Vaishnavism. Founded by Shri Vallabhacharya Mahaprabhu in the 16th century, this sampradaya emphasizes pushti (divine grace) as the only means to attain liberation.…
The Radhavallabh Sampradaya is a devotional tradition within Vaishnavism that places extraordinary emphasis on the worship of Radharani as the supreme divine power. Founded in the 16th century by Hit Harivansh Mahaprabhu, the tradition is…
The Swaminarayan Sampradaya is one of the most vibrant and influential Hindu traditions to emerge in modern India. Rooted in the teachings of Bhagwan Swaminarayan (1781–1830), it emphasizes devotion (bhakti), moral discipline, and social upliftment.…
Introduction Indian spiritual history is marked by sages and mystics who brought new dimensions to religious thought, yoga, and philosophy. Among these remarkable figures, Matsyendranath stands out as a pioneering yogi, philosopher, and revered saint.…
The Nath Panth (also called Nath Sampradaya) is one of the most influential yogic and spiritual traditions of India. Emerging between the 9th–12th centuries, it is deeply connected with Shaivism, Tantra, and Yoga. Known for…
The International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON), popularly known as the Hare Krishna Movement, has become one of the most recognized spiritual organizations in the world. Founded in 1966 by A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, ISKCON…
Introduction Swami Sivananda Saraswati (1887–1963) stands as one of the most revered spiritual masters of modern India. He was not only a saint, philosopher, and yogi but also a prolific writer who inspired millions across…
Introduction Jainism, one of the world’s oldest spiritual traditions, has shaped Indian philosophy, culture, and ethics for thousands of years. At the heart of Jainism are the 24 Tirthankaras—spiritual teachers who attained Keval Jnana (infinite…
Introduction India has long been a land of saints, philosophers, and mystics whose lives and teachings transcend time. Among them, Ramakrishna Paramahamsa (1836–1886) stands as a beacon of spiritual wisdom. Revered as one of the…
Introduction Gaudiya Vaishnavism is one of the most influential devotional traditions within Hinduism, deeply rooted in the Bhakti movement. Emerging in Bengal during the 16th century, it emphasizes devotion (bhakti) to Lord Krishna as the…