Eknath
Sant Eknath, also known as Eknath Maharaj, was a Marathi saint-poet associated with the Bhakti movement in the region of Maharashtra, India. He is a key figure in the Varkari tradition and is closely linked with the pilgrimage center of Pandharpur, home of the deity Vithoba. The exact dates of his life are uncertain, but he is believed to have flourished in the latter half of the 16th century, with traditional estimates often placing him around the 1530s to 1600s.
Eknath’s works are written in Marathi and are notable for their accessibility and emphasis on devotion, ethics,
Tradition holds that Eknath promoted an inclusive form of devotion, encouraging participation in temple worship and