Chaitanya Mahaprabhu

Description: (Founder of Gaudiya Vaishnavism)

Chaitanya Mahaprabhu was a Bengali spiritual teacher believed by his devotees to be Lord Krishna himself. He was a proponent for the Vaishnava school of Bhakti yoga which emphasizes on loving devotion to God, and is considered the most benevolent manifestation of Lord Krishna. Born in Mayapur in the town of Nadia to a devout Brahmin couple, he was a very beautiful child who enamored everyone who came to see him. His maternal grandfather, a prominent astrologer, foretold that the child was destined for greatness. Named Vishambhar at birth, he was drawn towards the name of the lord from a young age. Brilliant and hard working, he excelled in his studies and became a scholar at a young age. Once on a trip to Gaya he met his guru, the ascetic Ishvara Puri, from whom he received initiation with the Gopala Krishna mantra. On his return to Bengal, he became a religious preacher and was soon the eminent leader of the Vaishnava group within Nadia. Married by now, he left his family and entered the sannyasa order. He spent several years travelling throughout India, chanting the divine names of Lord Krishna and spreading the message of divine love. He spent the last 24 years of his life in Puri, Odisha.

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Birthday February 18, 0 (Aquarius)
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Alternative names Vishvambhar Mishra
Died on June 14, 0
Spouse/Ex- Lakshmipriya, Vishnupriya
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Where did Chaitanya Mahaprabhu spend most of his life? Chaitanya Mahaprabhu spent most of his life in the holy town of Puri, in the Indian state of Odisha.
What is the significance of the Hare Krishna mantra in Chaitanya Mahaprabhu's teachings? The Hare Krishna mantra, also known as the Maha Mantra, is central to Chaitanya Mahaprabhu's teachings as it is considered the most powerful way to connect with the divine through chanting.
How did Chaitanya Mahaprabhu spread his teachings during his lifetime? Chaitanya Mahaprabhu traveled extensively throughout India, especially in Bengal and Orissa, to spread his message of love, devotion, and the chanting of the holy names of Krishna.
What is the philosophical doctrine known as "Achintya Bheda Abheda?" The doctrine of "Achintya Bheda Abheda" taught by Chaitanya Mahaprabhu emphasizes the simultaneous oneness and difference between the individual soul and the Supreme Being, illustrating the concept of inconceivable unity in diversity.
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