Sri Srimad Bhaktyaloka Paramahamsa Goswami

Era
1893–1983
Birth date
4 May 1893
Samadhi date
8 November 1983
Places

Sri Srimad Bhaktyaloka Paramahamsa Goswami Maharaj showed an inner detachment from worldly life and a natural attraction toward serving Lord Krishna even from a young age. Meeting his Guru, Srila Bhaktisiddhanta Saraswati Thakur, transformed that inner inclination into a life of complete surrender. In Mayapur, he found his life's purpose: serving Sri Guru and Sri Sri Guru Gauranga Gandharvika Giridhari. He is also known for establishing the Bhagavata Press and spreading knowledge of scriptures.