1785 A.D.
Born in Bhadara, Gujarat on Sharad-Poornima
Initiation
Named Sadhu Nirgunanand (beyond three bodies) and Gunatitanand Swamiji (beyond material virtues)
Life Work
Built Junagadh temple, defined Sakaar Brahman theory
1867 A.D.
Left mortal body after 82 years of divine service
Physical manifestation of Bhagwan Swaminarayan's boon of perpetual presence
Moved when the Lord's eyes moved - living lexicon of divine will
First natural successor continuing Swaminarayan's mission
First in the lineage of Bhagwan Swaminarayan's perpetual presence on Earth
Incarnation of Brahm (Swaminarayan as Parbrahm), absolute sevak (aide) of the Lord
Imbibed Swaminarayan's devotion & servitude principles, propagated Sakaar Brahman theory
Embodiment of service and devotion - physical manifestation of Swaminarayan's will
Established the model for all devotees aspiring to be supreme servants of the Lord
"I shall grace this planet perpetually through the God-Ordained Saint..."
- Bhagwaan Shree Swaminarayan's boon fulfilled through Gunatitanand Swamiji