About Jiva Goswami

Jiva Goswami (1661-1738) was a prominent Vaishnava saint and philosopher from Odisha, India. He is revered as a saint and a spiritual guide by devotees of the Iskcon movement.

• He was born in the village of Jagannathpur, near Puri, Odisha, India.
• He was the son of a wealthy merchant and was well-educated in Sanskrit, Hindi, and Odia.
• He became a devotee of Lord Krishna at a young age and was initiated into the Vaishnava tradition.

Achievements of Jiva Goswami

Jiva Goswami was a prolific writer and poet, and his works include the "Bhakti Ratnakar" and the "Siddhanta-Kousha".

• He was a prominent figure in the development of the Gaudiya Vaishnava tradition.
• He was a close associate of Chaitanya Mahaprabhu and was instrumental in the establishment of the Iskcon movement.
• He was a renowned scholar and was well-versed in Sanskrit, Hindi, and Odia literature.

Teachings of Jiva Goswami

Jiva Goswami's teachings emphasize the importance of devotion, love, and service to Lord Krishna.

• He stressed the importance of cultivating a deep love for Lord Krishna and surrendering one's ego and desires.
• He emphasized the need for selfless service to others and the importance of cultivating a sense of detachment.
• He taught that the ultimate goal of human life is to attain union with Lord Krishna and attain spiritual liberation.