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Vallabhacharya (1479 AD - 1531 AD)

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Vallabhacharya is the universally accepted 4th Jagadguru after Sankara, Ramanuja and Madhvacharya.  He is the founder of the Pushti Marga or the path of grace, on the instruction of Lord Krishna in the form of Shrinathji.  


The three pillars of the Pushti Marga are 

1.  Raag - Traditional Haveli Music
2.  Bhog - Vegetarian cusine that does not include Cabbage, Onion, Garlic, and root vegetables
3.  Vastra and Shringaar - Dressing up the diety with beautiful clothes, headwear and ornaments.

Some interesting links...

  • Madhurastakam Bhajan composed by Vallabhacharya
  • Vallabhacharya and his Pushti Sampradaya by Dr. C.S. Shah
  • Lingastakam Bhajan composed by Vallabhacharya