Changdev Maharaj | |
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 The siblings Muktabai, Sopan, Dnyaneshwar and Nivruttinath seated on the moving wall, Changdev seated on a tiger. In the centre, Changdev bows to Dnyaneshwar | |
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| Religion | Hinduism |
| Honors | Maharaj in Marathi |
Changdev Maharaj (also commonly referenced in ancient texts as Changa Deva, Changadeva, or simply Changa) was a mystical yogi turned saint who is believed to have lived in the village of Vateshwar along the banks of the Tapti River for 1,400 years.[1] Per popular belief, Changdev Maharaj achieved Bhuta Siddhi (control over the classical elements) based on his yogic powers and used these powers to perform various supernatural acts.[2] Even though Changdev Maharaj himself is believed to have had held godly status and followers, his current following is mostly amongst Varkaris due to his association with Dnyaneshwar and Muktabai.[3]
- ^ "Gazetteers Of The Bombay Presidency - Ahmadnagar". Government Central Press. Retrieved 2009-01-22..
- ^ Lives of Saints. Retrieved 2009-01-22..
- ^ "The Gazetteers Department - AHMADNAGAR". Government Central Press. Archived from the original on 2009-04-10. Retrieved 2009-01-22.