Swami Samarth
Shri Swami Samarth Maharaj (Marathi: श्री स्वामी समर्थ महाराज) also known as Swami of Akkalkot was an Indian-Marathi saint (spiritual master) of the Dattatreya Tradition. He is a known spiritual figure in various Indian states including Karnataka and Maharashtra. He lived during the nineteenth century from 1858 to1878.
Shri Swami Samarth Maharaj II श्री स्वामी समर्थ महाराज II | |
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| Title | Shri Swami Samarth of Akkalkot |
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| Born | Nrusimha Bhan |
| Resting place | Akkalkot, Solapur district, India (present-day Maharashtra, India) |
| Religion | Hinduism |
| Nationality | Indian |
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| Based in | Akkalkot, Maharashtra, India |
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Do not have fear, I shall always be with you - भिऊ नकोस, मी तुझ्या पाठीशी आहे
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Shri Swami Samarth traveled all across the Indian subcontinent and eventually set his abode at Akkalkot, a village in present-day Maharashtra. He is thought to have arrived at Akkalkot on a Wednesday, during either September or October in 1856. He resided at Akkalkot for close to 22 years.
His parentage and origins remain obscure. According to legend, once when a disciple asked Swami a question about his birth, Swami responded that he had originated from a banyan tree (vata-vriksha in Marathi). On another occasion, Swami had said that his earlier name was Nrusimha Bhan.
Shri Swami Samartha Maharaj left his mortal coil in 1878, but his legacy continues to inspire and guide people around the world. His teachings and spiritual powers continue to be taught and followed by his followers, and his ashram in Akkalkot remains a place of pilgrimage for many devotees.