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Vaishnava Acharya

Srila Locana Dasa Thakura

Locana Dasa Thakura · 1523 – 1618 CE

Known As Author of Sri Caitanya Mangala and beloved Gaura-kirtans
Principal Seat Kogram, Katwa, Burdwan, Bengal
Samadhi Mandir Kogram, Bengal
Sampradaya Brahma-Madhva-Gaudiya Sampradaya

Life & Pastimes

Beloved disciple of Sri Narahari Sarakara Thakura of Srikhanda, Locana Dasa Thakura composed the musical biographical epic Sri Caitanya Mangala in indigenous Bengali folk verse, bringing the compassionate pastimes of Lord Chaitanya into the hearts and homes of common people.

Teachings & Siddhanta

Glorified the unconditional, ocean-like mercy of Lord Chaitanya and Lord Nityananda, declaring that their mercy easily delivers even the most fallen and distressed souls who simply call out Their holy names.

Major Canonical Works

  • Sri Caitanya Mangala (Epic Bengali Biography of Mahaprabhu)
  • Dhamali (Songs of Divine Pastimes)
  • Devotional Padavali (Parama Karuna, Nitai Guna Mani)

Observances in the Vaishnava Calendar: Appearance on Srila Locana Dasa Thakura -- Appearance · Disappearance on Srila Locana Dasa Thakura -- Disappearance

Devotional Writings in Vaishnava Bhajan

4 Works
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