YOGIRAJ SARKAR GODARIWALE SHRI NAND LAL JI was born in 1874 in Nowshera, Gujranwala, a region that was then part of pre-partition India. A revered Hindu Yogi Saint and Master Yogi of the 19th and 20th centuries, he was widely known as an advocate of peace and harmony. His teachings emphasized the unity of all religions and respect for our fellow beings.
The Saint was born in Hindu Brahmin family.His father, Pandit Govardhan Das Ji was known for his benignity in the village.After excelling in his secondary education, the Saint was recruited into theBritish Indian Army at the age of seventeen . As a meticulous and courageous soldier in the Punjab Regiment, he earned numerous accolades for his valor and distinguished service. However, in 1920, he made a decision to renounce all worldly honors and retreat into a life of spiritual solitude in Dhal Dhola, a small village in District Gujrat.
TheHoly Saint dedicated himself to the welfare of humanity. He instilled in his followers the importance of selfless service, encouraging them to perform acts of charity with the sole purpose of helping others, free from personal gain.
Choosing simplicity over materialism, he distanced himself from worldly pleasures and instead illuminated the spiritual path for those around him. His serene visage and radiant aura captivated many, drawing seekers of peace and enlightenment to his Holy feet. His divine presence became a anodyne for the sufferings of multitudes bringing solace to those burdened with sorrow. His blissful voice, imbued with wisdom and compassion, mesmerized people from all walks of life, transcending religious and cultural boundaries.
“Thou canst hold the Sun behind thy palm!
Nor canst thou confine the perfume of royal Roses.
The day must dawn tearing the curtains of darkness. And, the torrent must flow blasting the heart of rocks.”
A profound scholar and a spiritual Guru, the Holy Saint authored numerous scriptures in Persian and Urdu, reinforcing the eternal truth, “GOD is immanent in all the beings- from a grain of Sand to the presence in the living beings”. His literature carried the message of universal love, urging humanity to liberate the soul from falsehood, greed, and deceit and instead embrace the eternal bliss of divine realization.
“Man is blessed with happiness when he has dedicated himself with heart and soul at the Holy Lotus feet of his Spiritual Master and serves HIM with selfless devotion”
His incantatory words resonated deeply with his followers, guiding them on a path toward spiritual awakening and to have afflatus with the Divine.
In 1940, the Holy Saint transcended his earthly existence, returning to his heavenly abode. The Saint conferred his hallowed legacy upon his successor, His Holiness Kundan Lal Ji, who steadfastly illuminated his divine teachings for generations to come. From Gujranwala to Hathras, India, the spiritual lineage continued, culminating in the construction of the Holy Shrine in 1961—a sacred space for meditation, devotion, and spiritual practice.
Each day, the Shrine of the Saint is adorned with a floral decoration, a vivid expression of faith and reverence.His resplendent and transcendent soul is venerated and exalted by millions of devotees worldwide.
Beloved Pramashwar
The Infinite ~Your Grace
May Your Divine and Holy Soul
Rest Forever in this Place.
