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Short
Biography of Yogiji Maharaj
Life Span :
79 years (1892 - 1971 CE).
From 23 May 1892 CE (Vaishakh vad 12, 1948 VS) to
23 January 1971 CE (Posh vad 11, 2027 VS).
Birth Place : Dhari, Gujarat.
As Guru :20 years (1951 - 1971 CE).
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Yogiji Maharaj was the fourth spiritual successor. He was initiated into the sadhu-fold at the
age of 16 and named Sadhu Jnanjivandas. But so transparent was the mystical joy
within him, that he was fondly called Yogiji. Devotion, service, tolerance, penance, humility and countless such
virtues flowered within his fragile frame. Living singularly on the word of his Guru Shastriji
Maharaj, Yogiji Maharaj won the love of one and all. He witnessed abundant divinity in everything
and everyone - he even blessed those who censured him and praised those who persecuted him. With
a vision set far into the future, Yogiji Maharaj established children and youth centers. He
inspired Satsang activities in every town and village he visited, repeatedly writing words of
guidance and encouragement to each newly formed group. The mandirs and centers he created
resounded with the energy of the young. His lectures were addressed to bright, young college
students, for he believed in these youngsters. He encouraged music, art and literature. Scores of
youths regularly traveled with him, savoring his selfless love and knowledge. It was he who
lifted the Sanstha to international proportions by touring through East Africa and England to
establish new centers. His efforts have mushroomed into the worldwide socio-religious
organization we see today.
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