The Assamese Namghosa is a revered devotional text in Assamese literature and spirituality. It was written by the saint-poet Madhavdeva, one of the chief disciples of Srimanta Sankardeva, the founder of the Neo-Vaishnavism movement in Assam.
Madhavdeva composed Namghosa in the late 16th century as a collection of verses that praise Lord Krishna. It is written in a simple, lyrical Assamese language and is recited in Namghars (community prayer halls) across Assam even today. The word Namghosa translates to “Chanting the Name,” and the text plays a central role in spreading the philosophy of Eka Sarana Dharma—devotion to one God.
Key Facts About Namghosa:
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Written by: Sri Madhavdeva
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Language: Early Assamese
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Theme: Devotion to Lord Krishna
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Significance: Core scripture in Assam’s Vaishnavite Namghar traditions
Namghosa remains one of the most important literary and spiritual works in Assam’s cultural history, deeply influencing generations of devotees and scholars alike.
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