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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 Shri 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 (Shri Dham Vrindavan) for guidance in composing a scripture that contains all the Leelas of Shri Radha Krishna, akin to Shri Ram Charit Manas. Directed by divine inspiration, he penned "Shri Krishna Charit Manas Rasayan Mahakavya", guided by the divine influence of Goddess Radha. This Mahakavya had a profound impact which led to the recognition of Bade Maharaj ji by the Banaras Hindu Parishad, earning him the title of 'Jagadguru'.

Expanding his literary contributions, Maharaj ji authored many other scriptures like Shri Chaitanya Charitamrit, Shri Jaidev Lilamrit, Geeta Bhakti Yog Darshan and composed more than 5000 verses compiled in Saras Ras, Ramya Ras, Keli Ras, Nikunj Ras, etc. dedicated to Bhagwan Shri Radha Krishna.

Bade Maharaj ji went on to share the divine tales and experiences of Shri Radha Krishna with his blessed disciple Shri Leela Rasik ji who embarked on this journey of Prachaar. Bade Maharaj ji's teachings have guided countless souls on the path of Bhakti and continue to do so. At 96, he transcended to his eternal abode, Shri Golok Dham leaving behind a legacy of spiritual enlightenment and liberation from the cycle of birth and rebirth.

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Jaganmata Shri Priyadarshini ji

Badi Mataji 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 Shri 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 Leela Rasik ji Maharaj

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

He has devoted his entire life to spreading the love and teachings of Bhagwan Shri Radha Krishna. Guruji has been doing Prachaar with the help of Shri Krishna Charit Manas, Shrimad Bhagwat Mahapuran, Shri Ram Charit Manas, other sacred texts, scriptures, and more than 5000 verses (bhajans). Having been in the selfless service of Bade Maharaj ji for three dedicated decades and continuing on this path for more than 50 years today, he has played a pivotal role in immersing the devotees in Braj Ras across the World. In his initial days, Guruji had the divine fortune to carry out his solitary spiritual practice in Braj Dham for a long time.

He has been blessed to witness and experience the company of Bade Maharaj Ji and has penned these anecdotes in "Mere Guruwar Pyaare". As a father figure, he is revered and always looked up to by his disciples.

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Shrimati Radha Rashmi ji

Mataji, 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 (Mathura). With the blessings of Shri Radha Krishna, she was able to cover the darshans of most pilgrim places early in her life. Later, she also went on to become a disciple of Jagadguru Shri Priyadarshi ji Maharaj.

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 innumerable 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 is a gifted virtue to her and to date, she continues to do the same.

Mataji is in the Seva of Shri Priya Priyatam Lal Ju, Laddu Gopal ji, and Shrinath ji, of which the latter two have been in her family lineage for more than 300 years. Her Bhakti, Bhajan, empathetic nature and motherly affection for all her disciples make her very approachable and loved.

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Dr. Krishna Kinkar ji

Dr. Shri Krishna Kinkar ji, son of Shri Leela Rasik ji Maharaj is a blessed soul who is on the path of instilling the seeds of Bhakti, Prem & Ras within the hearts of Shri Radha Krishna devotees across the World.

Bade Maharaj ji had prophesied his birth 3 years before Guruji's marriage and had bestowed the name, 'Krishna Kinkar' who would preach the teachings of Shri Krishna Charit Manas in the future. Dr. Shri Krishna Kinkar ji completed the Braj 84 Kos Yatra during the last month in his mother's womb and was born in Shri Dham Vrindavan on the very next day of completing the Yatra. Miraculously, he was draped in a cloth of Shrimad Bhagwat ji right after his birth. At the age of 3, he orated his first Katha as well as attained his Diksha (initiation) from Bade Maharaj ji.

To date, Dr. Shri Krishna Kinkar ji continues to promote the teachings of Shri Radha Krishna through Kathas, Kirtans, Sadhna Shivirs, Workshops, Ras Yatra (spiritual tours), etc. As a divine feat, he has been entitled to various awards for creating a World Record for spreading Harinaam Sankirtan by covering 108 locations in Dubai in 11 hrs & 11 mins.

Following in the footsteps of his Guruji & father, he has also devoted his life to preaching the teachings of Shri Krishna Charit Manas to mankind around the globe. His vision is to help devotees achieve their ultimate goal of Shri Golok Dhaam in this very lifetime.

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Shrimati Priya ji

Shrimati Priya ji, the wife of Dr. Shri Krishna Kinkar ji, comes from a lineage blessed by Bade Maharaj ji himself. Her keen interest in Thakur ji's Seva & Shringaar helps her in creating mesmerizing Jhaankis (divine looks) of Shri Priya Priyatam Lal Ju.

She continues to sing the praises of Shri Radha Krishna in her melodious voice with the help of verses (Bhajans) penned by Bade Maharaj ji. While being in Seva and taking care of her family, she is also steadfastly progressing on her path of Bhakti.

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Charu Ji &Madhav ji

Braj Ras Rasika Charu ji (2011) and Braj Ras Rasik Madhav Das ji (2020) are the children of Dr. Krishna Kinkar ji and Priya ji. With the blessings of Bade Maharaj ji, both children were born in Shri Dham Vrindavan. Since their early childhood, the seeds of Bhakti have been deeply embedded within them. Since the tender age of 8, Charu embraced classical singing and now enchants listeners with Kathas and beautiful bhajans (verses), following in her parent's footsteps. Madhav, on the other hand, has displayed a natural inclination towards the divine teachings of Shri Radha Krishna.

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