Celebrating Saint Gadge Maharaj: A Legacy of Service and Sanitation on His Birth Anniversary
Celebrating Saint Gadge Maharaj: A Legacy of Service and Sanitation on His Birth Anniversary Introduction : Honoring a Humble Visionary On February 23, we commemorate the birth anniversary of Saint Gadge Maharaj, a revered social reformer and spiritual luminary from Maharashtra. Known for his unwavering commitment to cleanliness, equality, and education, Gadge Maharaj’s teachings resonate powerfully in today’s world. As we celebrate his legacy, let’s delve into the life of this extraordinary saint whose work transcended spiritual boundaries to ignite societal transformation. Early Life and Spiritual Awakening Born in 1876 as Debuji Zhingraji Janorkar in Shendgaon, a small village in Maharashtra’s Amravati district, Gadge Maharaj’s journey began humbly. Working as a shepherd, he later embraced asceticism, adopting the name Gadge after the earthen pot (gadge) he carried as a symbol of simplicity. Rejecting material wealth, he wandered villages, singing devoti...