Sant Narahari Sonar

Pranams at the lotus feet of Sri Narahari Maharaj!

Chapter - 1

Sri Narahari Maharaj was a staunch devotee of Lord Mallikarjuna/Lord Shiva located on the southwest of Pandharpur, later he became one of eminent Varkari sect saint who enlightened the people with the supreme knowledge that there is no difference between Lord Hari and Lord Hara.   Lord Panduranga and Lord Parameshwara are one and the same, it is the different form of absolute Bhramam.  He was lived during the period of the 13th century.  He was born to a pious couple who were Goldsmith by profession and worshiped Lord  Shiva as the family deity.  Narahari was too devoted to Lord Shiva, immerses in the veneration, recitation of sacred scriptures praising the glories of Lord Shiva from the early years of childhood.  

Years passed Narahari was grown to an adult,  he continued the same kind of living and has less interest in the family business, it bothered the elderly parents who were not in a position to carry out the family business.  They have decided to perform the marriage of Narahari so that he will concentrate on taking up the responsibilities of the family.  His mother was too concerned about Narahari, she said to her husband " We have become too old, we have taught him to be devoted to Lord, in the same manner, we have to teach him to lead a life of Grihastha, he has long life ahead, therefore we have to convince him to get married.  Once, he enters Grihasthashrama he will come to know the responsibilities of the family.  I have found a suitable bride for Narahari, she would be a perfect match for him." his father replied " It is a great idea, he will learn to take care of the family and business as well.  Then do not waste time, better go ahead with the proceedings of the marriage."  His mother was little hesitant to proceed further, she wants to get the permission of Narahari beforehand, his father was confident that Narahari will not reject any of the decisions of his parents.