Meera Bai — Krishna's Devotee and Bhakti Saint

Mira Bai's Life

Mira Bai was born into a Rajput royal family of Mewar. According to legend, from childhood she was drawn to Krishna's image and rejected the life of a typical princess. Her mother-in-law tried various methods to break her devotion, including sending assassins, which Mira turned into encounters with Krishna.

Her Devotion

Mira Bai's bhakti was radical for her time:

• Composed in the local Rajasthani language
• Sang and danced in temple courtyards
• Rejected royal status for the life of a saint
• Taught that devotion transcends caste and gender

Famous Padavali (Songs)

Legacy

Mira Bai's songs are still sung in:

• Rajasthan: In villages and temples
• Gujarat: At Dwarka temples
• Uttar Pradesh: At Braj temples
• Maharashtra: In Marathi bhajan traditions