Indian Mysticism: Mysticism In Maharashtra

R.D. Ranade’s Indian Mysticism Mysticism in Maharashtra examines the Bhakti movement through the lives and teachings of Maharashtra’s chief mystic saints—Dnyaneshwar, Namdev, Eknath, and Tukaram. Situating their poetry and practices within 13th–17th century social and religious contexts, Ranade explores how their devotional experiences transcended caste barriers, integrated Vedantic and Tantric elements, and emphasized inner transformation. The book analyzes mystical consciousness, devotional love (bhakti), and the interplay of ethical living with spiritual vision, offering a nuanced study of Maharashtra’s mystical tradition.