Neem Karoli Baba, affectionately called Maharaj-ji, was a mystic saint whose life embodied unconditional love and simplicity. Born as Lakshman Das Sharma in Uttar Pradesh, he renounced worldly ties to wander as an ascetic, performing miracles—healing the sick, multiplying food, and transcending physical boundaries.
His teachings revolved around “Love everyone, serve everyone, and remember God.”
Maharaj-ji’s influence extended globally, drawing luminaries like Ram Dass, who penned Be Here Now inspired by his guru.
His had boundless compassion for humanity, such as gifting blankets to the poor or calming storms with a glance. There are several resources are online and offline e.g. books, audio recordings of his discourses, and a tribute to his enduring legacy are present.
Through his life, Kainchi Dham became a living testament to his message: “The only lesson is love.”
Maharaj Ji
Neem Karoli Baba, affectionately called Maharaj-ji, was a mystic saint whose life embodied unconditional love and simplicity. Born as Lakshman Das Sharma in Uttar Pradesh, he renounced worldly ties to wander as an ascetic, performing miracles—healing the sick, multiplying food, and transcending physical boundaries. His teachings revolved around
“Love everyone, serve everyone, and remember God.”
Maharaj-ji’s influence extended globally, drawing luminaries like Ram Dass, who penned Be Here Now inspired by his guru. This section shares anecdotes of his boundless compassion. Resources include books, audio recordings of his discourses, and a tribute to his enduring legacy. Through his life, Kainchi Dham became a living testament to his message: “The only lesson is love.”
He left home at a young age in search of enlightenment and became a wandering ascetic. Spiritual Legacy Miracles & Devotion: Known for performing miracles, including materializing objects, healing the sick, and appearing in multiple places simultaneously. Teachings Emphasized selfless service (seva), love, devotion (bhakti), and surrender to God (Ram). Famous Disciples Ram Dass, Steve Jobs, Mark Zuckerberg Mahasamadhi (Death) Neem Karoli Baba left his physical body on September 11, 1973, in Vrindavan. His samadhi shrines are in Kainchi, Vrindavan, and Taos, New Mexico (USA)
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