Key Figures of Maharashtra Bhakti Movement

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Who was Sant Dnyaneshwar and what was his contribution to the Bhakti Movement?

Sant Dnyaneshwar was a revered Saint, poet, and philosopher from Maharashtra known for translating the Bhagavad Gita into Marathi.

What is Sant Tukaram best known for?

Sant Tukaram is best known for his Abhanga devotional poetry, which expressed deep devotion to Lord Vitthala.

How did Sant Namdev contribute to the Bhakti Movement?

Sant Namdev spread the Bhakti ideals through his devotional songs and poems, many of which are in the Guru Granth Sahib.

What was the role of Sant Eknath in the Bhakti Movement?

Sant Eknath furthered the Bhakti Movement by writing spiritual texts in Marathi and promoting communal harmony.

Describe the significance of Janabai in the Bhakti Movement.

Janabai was a poetess and devotee of Vitthala, whose poetry highlighted everyday life and devotion.

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