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Braj Ras Rasik

Jagadguru Shri Priyadarshi ji Maharaj

A devout Bhakt, enlightened Guru, and the esteemed Founder of the Braj Ras Rasik Sampradaya, was born in 1909 to Shri Lalaram Dwivedi and Shrimati Mathura Devi during a resurgence of Lord Radha Krishna's Bhakti Ras in colonized India. His academic achievements, including a Master's degree in Hindi, complemented his spiritual pursuits.

Driven by devotion, Maharaj ji prayed to Shri Banke Bihari Lal Ji for guidance in composing a scripture akin to Ram Charit Manas. Directed by divine inspiration, he penned "Shri Krishna Charit Manas Rasayan Mahakavya", guided by the divine influence of Goddess Radha.

Expanding his literary contributions, Maharaj ji authored scriptures and composed hymns dedicated to Lord Radha Krishna. His profound impact led to recognition by the Banaras Hindu Parishad, earning him the title of Jagadguru.

Maharaji and disciple Shri Leela Rasik ji embarked on a journey, sharing the divine tales of Lord Radha Krishna. Maharaj ji's teachings guided countless souls on the path of Bhakti. At 96, he transcended to his eternal abode, leaving behind a legacy of spiritual enlightenment and liberation from the cycle of birth and rebirth.

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Jaganmata Shri Priyadaeshini ji

Embodies strength, humility, and unwavering devotion as the cherished wife of Jagadguru Shri Priyadarshi ji Maharaj. Alongside Maharaj ji, she traverses her own spiritual path, inspiring others with her divine presence. Blessed with a celestial voice, she brings to life the sacred verses penned by Maharaj ji, kindling the flames of bhakti among devotees. Her melodious renditions illuminate the hearts of seekers, deepening their connection with Radha Krishna's divine love. Jaganmata Shri Priyadarshini ji's legacy of love and grace resonates throughout the spiritual community, touching the souls of all who have heard her divine voice.

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Shri Radha Rashmi ji

Wife of Shri Leela Rasik ji was born in Braj Bhoomi (Mathura). Since childhood, Mataji has always been on the path of Bhakti and in the selfless service of Shri Gopinath Ji. She was blessed to cover most of the pilgrimage places early in her age and went on to become a disciple of Jagadguru Shri Priyadarshi ji Maharaj as well.

Mataji and Guruji have always been together in their journey of Prachaar around the World while taking care of their family. She has inspired and guided all devotees and people near her to do Bhajan and be in Thakurji's service while being in a family and performing their regular duties. Thakurji's shringaar was a gifted virtue to her and till date, she continues to do the same.

Mataji has in her seva, Shri Priya Priyatam Lal Ju, Laddu Gopal ji and Shrinath ji. The latter two date back to more than 300 years.

Her Bhakti, Bhajan, empathetic nature and motherly affection for all her disciples make her very approachable.

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Shri Leela Rasik ji Maharaj

Is the esteemed disciple of Braj Ras Rasik Sampradayacharya Jagadguru Shri Priyadarshi ji Maharaj.

Maharaj ji has devoted his entire life in spreading the love and teachings of Lord Radha Krishna. He has accomplished the same with the help of Shri Krishna Charit Manas, Shrimad Bhagwat Mahapuran, Shri Ram Charit Manas, other sacred texts, scriptures and more than 5000 hymns (bhajans). Being in the selfless service of Bade Maharaj ji for three dedicated decades and still continuing on this path for more than 40 years, he has played a pivotal role in immersing the devotees in Braj Ras across the World. In his initial days, Maharaj ji has been fortunate to carry out his solitary spiritual practice in the Land of Braj for a long time.

He has been blessed to witness and experience the company of Bade Maharaj ji which has been penned down by him in 'Mere Guruwar Pyaare'. He has always been a father figure who is looked upto by his disciples.

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Dr. Krishna Kinkar ji

Son of Shri Leela Rasik ji Maharaj is another blessed soul who is on the path of instilling the seeds of Bhakti, Prem & Ras within the hearts of Krishna devotees across the World.

Bade Maharaj ji had prophesied his birth 3 years before Guruji's marriage and had named him, Krishna Kinkar who would preach the teachings of Shri Krishna Charit Manas in future. Krishna Kinkar ji completed the 48 Kos Yatra during the last month in his mother's womb and was born in Vrindavan on the very next day of completing the Yatra. Right after his birth, he was draped in a cloth of Bhagwat ji which was a miracle in itself. At the age of 3, Maharaj ji did his first Katha as well as attained his Diksha from Bade Maharaj ji.

Till date, he continues to promote the teachings of Lord Radha Krishna by means of Kathas, Sadhna Shivirs, workshops, etc. He has been entitled to various awards for creating a World Record of spreading Harinaam Sankirtan.
He has also devoted his life to spreading awareness about Shri Krishna Charit Manas amongst mankind around the globe about achieving the ultimate goal of Shri Golok Dham in their life.

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Shrimati Priya ji

Wife of Dr. Shri Krishna Kinkar ji, hails from a lineage blessed by Bade Maharaj ji (Jagadguru Shri Priyadarshi ji Maharaj). Her profound interest in Thakurji's Shringaar and hymns (bhajans) drives her to continuously sing the praises of Lord Radha Krishna with the help of hymns penned down by Bade Maharaj ji, steadfastly progressing on her path of Bhakti.

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Charu & Madhav ji

Braj Ras Rasika Charu ji (2011) and Braj Ras Rasik Madhav Das ji (2020), the children of Dr. Krishna Kinkar ji and Priya ji, were blessed with birth in Shri Dham Vrindavan under the benevolent gaze of Bade Maharaj ji. Since their early childhood, the seeds of Bhakti have been deeply embedded within them. At the tender age of 8, Charu embraced classical singing and now enchants listeners with melodious hymns, following in her mother's footsteps. Madhav, on the other hand, has displayed a natural inclination towards spreading the divine teachings of Lord Radha Krishna.