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Puṣṭimārga (Vallabha)

Puṣṭimārga

Puṣṭimārga, the 'path of grace' founded by Vallabhācārya (1479–1531 CE), is a Kṛṣṇa-devotional tradition of loving service (sevā) to the deity Śrīnāthjī, emphasising divine grace over austerity. It flourished in Braj and Gujarat.

Origin: 16th c. CE
Geographical roots: Braj / Gujarat
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Historical development

Puṣṭimārga, the 'path of grace' founded by Vallabhācārya (1479–1531 CE), is a Kṛṣṇa-devotional tradition of loving service (sevā) to the deity Śrīnāthjī, emphasising divine grace over austerity. It flourished in Braj and Gujarat.

Principal Gurus & Ācāryas

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Key scriptures (Śāstra)

Bhāgavata Purāṇa

Modern transmission

Its temple sevā, music and cuisine remain a vibrant living devotional culture.

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