कवि मावा-मावजी रचित वैष्णव भक्तप्रबंधचोपाई
By Amritlal M. Bhojak
Summary
This Hindi paper explores the devotional poetry of Māva‑Nāvāji, a Gujarati poet associated with the Vaishnava bhakti movement. The author provides biographical sketches and analyses selected verses praising Lord Krishna. Māva‑Nāvāji uses vernacular metre and colloquial diction to express complex theological ideas, blending pastoral imagery with reflections on divine love and the soul’s yearning. Influences from earlier poets like Narsinh Mehta and possible Jain narrative motifs are noted. The article argues that Māva‑Nāvāji’s works exemplify how regional languages were employed to convey spiritual concepts to lay audiences.
Conclusion
The analysis of Māva‑Nāvāji’s poetry reveals a synthesis of regional language and devotional expression. By writing in Gujarati, the poet made Vaishnava philosophy accessible and emotionally resonant. His verses, rich with pastoral and metaphysical imagery, highlight the inclusive spirit of the bhakti tradition.