Tukaram Gatha
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The collected abhangas (devotional songs) of Sant Tukaram, sung by Varkari pilgrims on the way to Pandharpur.
| Tradition | Hindu (Varkari) |
|---|---|
| Type | Devotional songs |
| Language | Marathi |
| Period | 17th century CE |
| Composed or compiled by | Sant Tukaram of Dehu |
What it contains
- Thousands of abhangas in praise of Vitthal of Pandharpur.
- Plain-spoken criticism of hypocrisy and empty ritual.
- Devotion as open to all, whatever their birth.
Significance
According to tradition, his notebooks thrown into the Indrayani river came back unharmed. His abhangas are sung in bhajans and kirtans across Maharashtra.