ASHTAYAM SEVA - KIRTAN PRANALIKA By Krishnaakinkari
Vraja Bhasa Poetry for the Eight Daily Sevas of Sri Sri Radha-Krishna
Author: Krishnaakinkari | Hardback | 352 Pages
ISBN: 978-0-9928461-7-6
Unlock the heart of raganuga-bhakti with The Astayam Seva Kirtan Pranalika, a carefully curated collection of devotional poems in Vraja Bhasa for each of the eight daily services (Astyam lila) of Radha and Krishna.
Organized by season—hot, cold, and rainy—this book guides the aspiring devotee through the mood and poetic offerings appropriate for every time of day and climatic condition. Designed especially for those engaging in or aspiring for rāga-sevā, this is both a practical handbook and a devotional treasure.
Transliterated and Translated poetry in Vraja Bhāṣā
Clear guidance on which kīrtans to sing during each seva period
Season-specific compositions for aṣṭa-kālīya līlā-smaraṇa
Alphabetical index of poems for easy reference
Extensive glossary explaining devotional and poetic terms
Ideal For:
Practitioners of rāgānugā or rāga-mārga bhakti
Those engaged in deity worship or meditative manasī-sevā
Students of classical Gaudiya poetry and tradition
Why This Book is Special:
Compiled by Krishnaakinkari, a respected scholar and practitioner of intimate devotional worship, this volume beautifully preserves and presents the sacred art of kirtan aligned with the mood of Vraja. Whether used for temple service or private meditation, it is an indispensable tool for deepening your seva with heartfelt devotion and scriptural authenticity.
