Bhakti Hridaya Bon

Indian guru and religious writer

Bhakti Hridaya Bon - Indian guru and religious writer
Born

March 23rd, 1901
124 years ago

Died

1982
43 years ago — 81 years old

Category

Activists & Humanitarians

Country

India

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Born in 1901, an influential guru and religious writer contributed to the spiritual landscape of India. Worked extensively on spreading teachings of Bhakti, focusing on devotion and love for God. Authored numerous texts that delved into Indian philosophy and spirituality. Established a network of followers and spiritual communities dedicated to Bhakti practices and ideas.

Authored significant texts on Bhakti

Established spiritual communities in India

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