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Swaminarayan Faith
In the Shrimad Bhagwat Puran, Lord Krishna entrusts Uddhavji with spreading the supreme knowledge to establish Dharma. Seeking solace in Badrikashram, a divine Himalayan sanctuary, Uddhavji encounters a prophecy foretelling Purushottam Bhagwan’s birth to restore righteousness. Finally, Shree Swaminarayan Bhagwan fulfills this mission by revitalizing devotion and non-violence, reforming social practices, and establishing temples and Acharyas within the Swaminarayan Sampraday. These interconnected stories of divine intervention and the establishment of Dharma are essential readings for a deeper spiritual understanding.
Prologue to the Biography
Lord Krishna, in the Shrimad Bhagwat Puran, entrusts Uddhavji with spreading the knowledge of the Supreme Almighty God. Despite initial struggles and various divine interventions, the mission to establish Dharma is ultimately fulfilled by Shree Swaminarayan Bhagwan.
The Badrikashram Sabha
The Himalayan mountain range in northern India hosts snow-capped peaks, diverse flora and fauna, and sacred sites like Badrikashram. It’s home to revered deities and the source of the River Ganga, symbolizing purity and spirituality.
Lord Swaminarayan and His Sampradāya
Shree Swaminarayan Bhagwan, born in Chhapaiya near Ayodhya, India, journeyed across the country as a hermit before meeting Ramanand Swami. He founded the Swaminarayan Sampraday, emphasizing devotion to God, non-violence, and social welfare, establishing temples and appointing Acharyas.