Authors:

Bharat R Gugane

Abstract:

Religion is one of the most important concepts that have shaped the human culture. It has been changing according to the principals and rituals of the time. However it has remained the major concern of the human mind. There are differences about the relevance of the concept. Some held it as an essential entity and other believe it as unnecessary part that has hindered the human development.  Different religions in different times have evolved in the world. Few outlived and many disappeared. Bhagwat Dharma stands apart among all religions of the world. Bhagwat Dharma was an exponent of the Indian Renaissance much before the Western renaissance. In the light of modern chaotic presumptions of Religion, it is inevitable to understand and highlight the importance of Bhagwat Dharma. The paper is an attempt to review the evolution of Bhagwat Dharma which has flourished as a strong renaissance force in Maharashtra. The same force has in the veins of every Marathi speaker. However this force had diminished in the due course of time. It is interesting to find out the meaning, evolution and contribution of Bhagwat Dharma in 20^th century. 

Keywords:

Bhagwat Dharma, Bhakti, Panchratra, Avatara, Vaishnav, Ashtadhyayi Sutra, Alwara, Bhaktiyog, SwaDharma, Grihisthashram, Karmakand, Upasya Daivat.

Vol & Issue:

VOL.13, ISSUE No.4, December 2021