Worship of God with specific attributes or forms, such as Krishna or Rama . Nirguna Bhakti: Devotion to the formless, ultimate reality. 2. The Bhakti Movement (7th – 17th Century CE)
The essence of Bhakti is a personal, emotional connection between the devotee ( bhakta ) and God. bhakti
While the concept of Bhakti is ancient, the was a specific historical revolution that began in South India and spread northward. Worship of God with specific attributes or forms,
Bhakti rejects the rigid caste system, teaching that all humans are equal in the eyes of the Divine. Forms of Devotion: it focuses on direct
Often cited as superior to the paths of knowledge ( jnana ) or rituals ( karma ), it focuses on direct, heartfelt communion with a personal deity.