Sadguru Shri Riteshwar
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| Born | January 5, 1973 Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Citizenship | India |
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| Organization | Shri Anandam Dham Trust Vrindavan |
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| Website | shrianandamdham |
Sadguru Shri Riteshwar (born January 5, 1973) is a spiritual leader, motivational speaker, and author based in Uttar Pradesh, India.[1] He is the founder of Shri Anandam Dham and also a strong advocate of Lord Krishna's teachings.[2] Sadguru has embarked on a ceaseless journey to awaken the enlightenment of the human mind and navigate it towards a joyful life. His attachment and dedication to Sanatan Dharma is incomparable.[3]
Sadguru bagged the 14th Newsmakers' Achievement Award 2022 as the Best Spiritual Leader, organized by Afternoon Voice, an English daily of Mumbai.[4]
Early life and education
Sadguru was born on January 5, 1973 to Shri Yut Vijay Narayan (father) and Shrimati Manju Devi (mother) in Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh. He belongs to an aristocratic Brahmin family. Both of his parents were teachers in undivided Bihar. Since his childhood, Sadguru was inclined towards spirituality and was blessed with mystical talents.
Sadhguru holds a Master's degree in "Geology" and a degree in "Sanskrit" from Varanasi. He started his journey towards enlightenment about 25 years ago for the welfare of the people. Throughout his educational journey, his spiritual practice went on simultaneously. Sadguru embarked on his journey of penance in the mountains of Trikuta and forests of Uttarakhand, Braj Chaurasi Kos, Kashi (Varanasi) and Vrindavan.
In this sequence, he made long journeys in almost every part of the nation, traveling frequently through Shrimad Bhagwat Gyan Yagya, Valmiki Ramayana Katha, and Bhakta Mal Kathas. He often spreads awareness about the greatness of the love of Lord Krishna and the valuable teachings provided by him.
Social Welfare and Shri Anandam Dham
Sadhguru established "Shri Anandam Dham", an international, educational, and non-profit organization in Vrindavan, Uttar Pradesh, with its branches running in the capital states of India.[5] His initiative conducts a campaign on 'Save water', 'Save trees', 'Save the future' in different prone areas of India.[6] Every year, Sadhguru organizes a multitude of youth programmes based on drugs and alcohol addiction across India. Besides, Sadguru runs a free food center called "Ladli Prasadam" for the service of all his devotees.[7]
For the welfare of the new generation, Sadguru has established the "Bhagwat Research Institute" to reveal the secrets hidden in the Shrimad Bhagwat Mahapuran and the divine effect on human health by the use of Bhagwat’s mantras. Through his teachings, Sadguru aims to guide the youth towards becoming devotees of Lord Shri Radhakrishna to relish everlasting peace and happiness.[8]
Sadguru is also an advocate of the Sanatan Board, which he feels is necessary for the development of education in India.[9]
Spiritual Speeches and Cultural Festivals
Sadhguru is a key speaker at cultural festivals such as "Radha Madhav Mahotsav" and "Guru Poornima Mahotsav" held every year across the world.[10] These festivals bring together over five thousand people from various parts of the globe, including Scotland, South Africa, Australia, Canada, and Nepal.[11]
Awards and Recognition
Sadguru bagged the 14th Newsmakers' Achievement Award in 2022 as the Best Spiritual Leader. The award was organized by Afternoon Voice, an English daily of Mumbai on May 1, 2022.[12]
Bibliography
- Mann ka Beauty Parlor. Bluerose Publishers. p. 192. ISBN 9356111774. Retrieved 6 June 2022.
In the media
References
- ↑ "home 2". Shri Anandam Dham. Retrieved 6 June 2022.
- ↑ "Sadguru Sri Riteshwar Mahaprabhu: Latest News, Photos and Videos on Sadguru Sri Riteshwar Mahaprabhu". www.abplive.com (in हिन्दी). Retrieved 6 June 2022.
- ↑ "जीवन में जितना प्राप्त है वही पर्याप्त है : रितेश्वर". Dainik Jagran (in हिन्दी). Retrieved 6 June 2022.
- ↑ "बोले रितेश्वर महाराज जब अयोध्या है राम की तो मंदिर का निर्माण कहीं और क्यों? | Riteshwar Maharaj said Ayodhya belongs to Ram". Patrika News (in हिन्दी). 9 January 2018. Retrieved 6 June 2022.
- ↑ "Narendra Giri Maharaj की संदिग्ध मौत पर सदगुरु श्री रितेश्वर महाप्रभु ने रखी बड़ी बात | Hindi News". www.abplive.com (in हिन्दी). 24 September 2021. Retrieved 6 June 2022.
- ↑ "Owaisi के बयान पर भड़के Sadguru Shri Shri Riteshwar Ji Maharaj, 'दूसरा जिन्ना बनने की कोशिश करने…'". www.youtube.com. Retrieved 6 June 2022.
- ↑ "वाराणसी पहुंचे श्री आनंदम धाम वृंदावन के पीठाधीश्वर सद्गुरु ऋतेश्वर जी महाराज". jaideshnews. Retrieved 6 June 2022.
- ↑ "हिजाब विवाद पर संत रितेश्वर की वाणी:'अगर संविधान स्कूल में धार्मिक कपड़े पहनने की इजाजत देता है, तो पहनें, अलग-अलग कानून नहीं चलेंगे'". www.bhaskar.com. Retrieved 6 June 2022.
- ↑ "Jharkhand news: सदगुरु ऋतेश्वर जी महाराज बोले- सनातन संस्कृति के बिना विकसित भारत की कल्पना अधूरी". Prabhat Khabar (in हिन्दी). Retrieved 6 June 2022.
- ↑ "अयोध्या: सद्गुरु रितेश्वर महाराज बोले- नरेंद्र गिरि की मौत से सनातन संस्कृति को लगा धक्का". Amar Ujala (in हिन्दी). Retrieved 6 June 2022.
- ↑ "SadhguruRiteshwar Ji Maharaj received Newsmakers Achievement Award as Best Spiritual Leader". www.mid-day.com. Retrieved 6 June 2022.
- ↑ "Sadguru Shri Riteshwar – Man in the million". Afternoon Voice. 12 March 2022. Retrieved 6 June 2022.