The King’s ChallengeOnce, the king of Devagiri heard the fame of Saint Namdev. He was told, “There is a tailor in Pandharpur whose songs make Lord Vitthal appear before him.…
The Lord’s Hidden MessengerOne day in Pandharpur, Saint Namdev walked to the temple carrying a beautiful offering—freshly cooked rice mixed with ghee, fragrant with cardamom and saffron. It was his…
The Lord Conceals His PresenceAfter many years of serving Lord Vitthal in love and simplicity, Saint Namdev grew famous throughout Maharashtra. Devotees from all regions came to hear his kīrtans…
A Humble Devotee Turned AwayAfter returning from his pilgrimage, Saint Namdev once again visited Paṇḍharpur to take darśana of his beloved Lord Vitthal. As he approached the temple, singing with…
Namdev’s Journey NorthOnce, inspired by the Lord’s will, Saint Namdev set out on a long pilgrimage to spread the glories of nāma-saṅkīrtana. Singing “Vitthal, Vitthal,” he walked from village to…
A Pilgrimage with the SaintsAfter the miracle of the moving wall, Saint Namdev became known throughout Maharashtra as one of the Lord’s dearest servants. Desiring to share divine love beyond…
The Invitation to the AssemblyOne day, the saintly devotees of Paṇḍharpur—Jñāneśvar, Nivṛtti, Sopan, and Muktabai—arranged a great kīrtana assembly at the temple courtyard of Lord Vitthal. Devotees from many regions…
The Challenge of the YogiOne day, a proud yogi named Viṣṇu Śarma came to Paṇḍharpur. He was a master of mystic powers, famous for his austerities and miracles. Hearing of…
A Lesson in VisionOnce, while walking through the streets of Paṇḍharpur after his morning worship, Saint Namdev carried in his hands a small bowl of freshly made butter. He sang…
The Lord’s Plan to Test His DevoteeOne morning, as the sacred city of Paṇḍharpur awoke to the sound of conch shells and temple bells, Lord Vitthal smiled and said to…