Sri Lalita Sakhi Dasi was a Vaishnava saint who had been born in 1873 and was also known as Sri Gopala Krishna. From going into deep bhavas, and teaching others about kirtan and bhakti, Sri Lalita Sakhi Dasi was a saint who embodied the love for Krishna like that of the gopis. Hence, he had the name, "Sri Lalita Sakhi Dasi." The story of Sri Lalita Sakhi Dasi was taken from the book “Saints of Bengal” by author O.B.L. Kapoor. It is our hope that his life and teachings can be a guide for...

Sri Lalita Sakhi Dasi was a Vaishnava saint who had been born in 1873 and was also known as Sri Gopala Krishna. From going into deep bhavas, and teaching others about kirtan and bhakti, Sri Lalita Sakhi Dasi was a saint who embodied the love for Krishna like that of the gopis. Hence, he had the name, "Sri Lalita Sakhi Dasi." The story of Sri Lalita Sakhi Dasi was taken from the book “Saints of Bengal” by author O.B.L. Kapoor. It is our hope that his life and teachings can be a guide for...

Sri Ramadasa Babaji was born 1875 in East Bengal. As young boy, he would gather boys his age to sing Kirtan. Sri Ramadasa Babaji's love for Kirtan was immeasurable. But this passion was not well accepted by his family. After facing many obstacles, Sri Ramadasa Babaji maintained his position and stayed determined to perform Kirtan. Sri Ramadasa Babaji's life demonstrates the power of devotion and persistence. The story of Sri Ramadasa Babaji was taken from the book “Saints of Bengal” by...

Sri Ramadasa Babaji was born 1875 in East Bengal. As young boy, he would gather boys his age to sing Kirtan. Sri Ramadasa Babaji's love for Kirtan was immeasurable. But this passion was not well accepted by his family. After facing many obstacles, Sri Ramadasa Babaji maintained his position and stayed determined to perform Kirtan. Sri Ramadasa Babaji's life demonstrates the power of devotion and persistence. The story of Sri Ramadasa Babaji was taken from the book “Saints of Bengal” by...

Sri Ramadasa Babaji was born 1875 in East Bengal. As young boy, he would gather boys his age to sing Kirtan. Sri Ramadasa Babaji's love for Kirtan was immeasurable. But this passion was not well accepted by his family. After facing many obstacles, Sri Ramadasa Babaji maintained his position and stayed determined to perform Kirtan. Sri Ramadasa Babaji's life demonstrates the power of devotion and persistence. The story of Sri Ramadasa Babaji was taken from the book “Saints of Bengal” by...

Sri Ramadasa Babaji was born 1875 in East Bengal. As young boy, he would gather boys his age to sing Kirtan. Sri Ramadasa Babaji's love for Kirtan was immeasurable. But this passion was not well accepted by his family. After facing many obstacles, Sri Ramadasa Babaji maintained his position and stayed determined to perform Kirtan. Sri Ramadasa Babaji's life demonstrates the power of devotion and persistence. The story of Sri Ramadasa Babaji was taken from the book “Saints of Bengal” by...

Sri Ramadasa Babaji was born 1875 in East Bengal. As young boy, he would gather boys his age to sing Kirtan. Sri Ramadasa Babaji's love for Kirtan was immeasurable. But this passion was not well accepted by his family. After facing many obstacles, Sri Ramadasa Babaji maintained his position and stayed determined to perform Kirtan. Sri Ramadasa Babaji's life demonstrates the power of devotion and persistence. The story of Sri Ramadasa Babaji was taken from the book “Saints of Bengal” by...

Sri Ramadasa Babaji was born 1875 in East Bengal. As young boy, he would gather boys his age to sing Kirtan. Sri Ramadasa Babaji's love for Kirtan was immeasurable. But this passion was not well accepted by his family. After facing many obstacles, Sri Ramadasa Babaji maintained his position and stayed determined to perform Kirtan. Sri Ramadasa Babaji's life demonstrates the power of devotion and persistence. The story of Sri Ramadasa Babaji was taken from the book “Saints of Bengal” by...

Sakhi Kisori Dasi is a siddha saint who was close to the heart of both Lalitha Sakhi and Srimati Radharani. Though born as a male, the Sakhi tradition in India is not limited to gender as the soul of each person is above this duality. Sakhi Kisori Dasi's life has set an example for each bhakta to go beyond their own mind and to pray for the mercy and grace of the Lord. The story of Sakhi Kisori Dasi was taken from the book “The Saints of Vraja” by author O.B.L. Kapoor. It is our hope that...

Sri Gauragovinda Dasa Baba Ji was a Vaishnava saint who had dedicated his life to the worship of Sri Krishna. After listening to the counsel of Gaurakisora Baba, Sri Gauragovinda Dasa Baba Ji took sanyaas and fully surrendered to his sadhana. Among his practices were Japa, Harinam, and meditation upon the Leela's of Sri Krishna. By the end of his life these practices had led him to supreme devotion and the attainment of the Lotus Feet of the Lord. The story of Sri Gauragovinda Dasa Baba...

Anant Das Baba Ji is yet another great Vaishnava saint whose life was dedicated to the practice of Hari Nam. The saint himself was constantly consumed with Hari Nam, so much so, that even when bitten by a snake, or suffering from a painful condition, he experienced absolutely no discomfort. Anant Das Baba Ji has set an example for all bhaktas, showing that through the singing of the Divine Names, one can dispel all fear and attain the Lord Himself. The story of Anant Das Baba Ji was taken...

Durlabh Das Baba Ji is a saint who is known for his constant Nama Japa practice. His life demonstrates the power of chanting the Divine Names, and how one can conquer death through Hari Nam. The story of Durlabh Das Baba Ji was taken from the book “The Saints of Vraja” by author O.B.L. Kapoor. It is our hope that his life and teachings can be a guide for your daily life. Enjoy.

Sri Gulab Dasa Baba is a saint remembered for his service to Vaishnavas, and whose life is an example for each of us to have faith in the Lord. Even bowing down to his own disciples, Sri Gulab Dasa Baba always served Vaishnavas and would not let himself be served. In his life, there were many times when it seemed as though he would be stuck in dire circumstances, but lo and behold, the Lord would arrange things in such a way that these situations could be overcome. The story of Sri Gulab...

Gvariya Baba was a Maha Purusha saint who loved Sri Krishna as his friend. After arriving in Vrindavan, Gvariya Baba searched for Krishna everywhere, This endless search exhausted Gvariya Baba to the point where he gave up. But by staying in Vrindavan,Gvariya Baba was sure to meet Krishna and have a multitude of first-hand experiences with the Lord Himself. The story of Gvariya Baba was taken from the book “The Saints of Vraja” by author O.B.L. Kapoor. It is our hope that his life and...

Gvariya Baba was a Maha Purusha saint who loved Sri Krishna as his friend. After arriving in Vrindavan, Gvariya Baba searched for Krishna everywhere, This endless search exhausted Gvariya Baba to the point where he gave up. But by staying in Vrindavan,Gvariya Baba was sure to meet Krishna and have a multitude of first-hand experiences with the Lord Himself. The story of Gvariya Baba was taken from the book “The Saints of Vraja” by author O.B.L. Kapoor. It is our hope that his life and...

Gvariya Baba was a Maha Purusha saint who loved Sri Krishna as his friend. After arriving in Vrindavan, Gvariya Baba searched for Krishna everywhere, This endless search exhausted Gvariya Baba to the point where he gave up. But by staying in Vrindavan,Gvariya Baba was sure to meet Krishna and have a multitude of first-hand experiences with the Lord Himself. The story of Gvariya Baba was taken from the book “The Saints of Vraja” by author O.B.L. Kapoor. It is our hope that his life and...

Sri Vipina Bihari Cattopadhyaya was a simple-hearted saint who was originally a lawyer. He is remembered for his sadhu-sangha, the keeping company of sadhus, saints, and vaishnavas. In addition to this, he practiced Harinam consistently and was initiated by the great Haribolananda Thakura. The story of Sri Vipina Bihari Cattopadhyaya is taken from the book “The Saints of Bengal” by author O.B.L. Kapoor. It is our hope that his life and teachings can be a guide for your daily life. Enjoy.

Sri Krishnaprema was born on May 10th 1898 in England. Originally born as Ronald Nixon, he served in World War 1 from which an experience that almost ended his life led him to the sacred land of India. Often considered to be one of the first Western Vaishnavas, Sri Krishnaprem had laid out the path for the Western world to adventure to India and adopt their way of life in order to truly realise God. The story of Sri Krishnaprema was taken from the book “The Saints of Vraja” by author O.B.L....

Sri Krishnaprema was born on May 10th 1898 in England. Originally born as Ronald Nixon, he served in World War 1 from which an experience that almost ended his life led him to the sacred land of India. Often considered to be one of the first Western Vaishnavas, Sri Krishnaprem had laid out the path for the Western world to adventure to India and adopt their way of life in order to truly realise God. The story of Sri Krishnaprema was taken from the book “The Saints of Vraja” by author O.B.L....

Sri Krishnaprema was born on May 10th 1898 in England. Originally born as Ronald Nixon, he served in World War 1 from which an experience that almost ended his life led him to the sacred land of India. Often considered to be one of the first Western Vaishnavas, Sri Krishnaprem had laid out the path for the Western world to adventure to India and adopt their way of life in order to truly realise God. The story of Sri Krishnaprema was taken from the book “The Saints of Vraja” by author O.B.L....

Pandit Jagadananda Das Baba Ji is a saint who was renowned for his knowledge of the shastras. Through the grace of the Lord, Pandit Jagadananda Das Baba Ji was also able to experience the transcendental nature of Vraja. The story of Pandit Jagadanand Das Baba Ji was taken from the book “The Saints of Vraja” by author O.B.L. Kapoor. It is our hope that his life and teachings can be a guide for your daily life. Enjoy.

Sri Navalakishor Baba was brahmin saint who was an initiate of the Ramanuja Sampradaya. After his grihasta (householder) stage of life, Sri Navalakishor had taken sannyas (renunciation) and intensified his sadhana. Through the grace of Krishna and Balaram, he transcended the judgments of the mind, and with the purity of heart, he perceived the Lord in others. The story of Sri Navalakishor Baba was taken from the book “The Saints of Vraja” by author O.B.L. Kapoor. It is our hope that his...

Sri Navalakishor Baba was brahmin saint who was an initiate of the Ramanuja Sampradaya. After his grihasta (householder) stage of life, Sri Navalakishor had taken sannyas (renunciation) and intensified his sadhana. Through the grace of Krishna and Balaram, he transcended the judgments of the mind, and with the purity of heart, he perceived the Lord in others. The story of Sri Navalakishor Baba was taken from the book “The Saints of Vraja” by author O.B.L. Kapoor. It is our hope that his...

Gulab Sakhi was a poor man, who lived in Barsana the abode of Radharani. Since his birth he had rolled in the holy dust of Barsana, breathed the air of Barsana charged with bhao and bhakti and enjoyed the company of the Brajwasis of Barsana. Gulab Sakhi is remembered for being a great devotee of Sri Radharani because of his close relationship with the Queen of Vrindavan. Hence, that is why "Sakhi" was added to the first part of his name. He was very humble and simple at heart. Though...

Chota Baba is a saint who had fully surrendered to his guru, Jai Krishna Das Baba. When instructed to travel away from his guru, he reluctantly accepted. Through the blessing of Radharani and Vrinda Devi, Chota Baba had returned back to Jai Krishna Das Baba, for whom he had made the pilgrimage for. After his guru had left the body, Chota Baba continued with his bhajana and dedicated the rest of his life to the service of Sri Radha Krishna. The story of Chota Baba was taken from the book...