Sri Hari-Bhakti-Vilasa Vol-3 (Vilasa 11-13) by Sanatana Gosvami

 
Sri Hari-Bhakti-Vilasa Vol-3 (Vilasa 11-13) by Sanatana Gosvami
Sri Hari-Bhakti-Vilasa is an essential guidebook for devotees of Lord Krishna, written by the great Vaishnava acharya Sanatana Gosvami under the instruction of Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu. This sacred text outlines the rules and regulations for the proper execution of devotional service (bhakti) and establishes the standards for Vaishnava behavior, rituals, and practices.
Volume 3 covers Vilasa 11 to 13, where Sanatana Gosvami elaborates on key aspects of devotional life, including:
Vilasa 11 – Detailed instructions on the observance of Ekadashi vrata (fasting on the eleventh day of the lunar cycle), the significance of Ekadashi, and the recommended practices for devotees.
Vilasa 12 – The importance of wearing sacred symbols like tilaka and tulasi mala (sacred beads), along with the purification rituals and guidelines for maintaining spiritual purity.
Vilasa 13 – The proper way to chant the Holy Names of the Lord, the power of the Holy Names, and the recommended process of japa (meditative chanting) and kirtana (congregational chanting).
This volume is a treasure for sincere practitioners seeking to deepen their devotion and align their lives with the teachings of the Gaudiya Vaishnava tradition. Sanatana Gosvami’s meticulous presentation provides practical guidance and profound insights into the path of bhakti, making it an indispensable resource for both new and experienced devotees.
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