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भक्ति

bhakti /bʱəkti/

Bhakti refers to a deep, personal devotion or intense love for a deity or spiritual path. It describes the emotional and spiritual attachment a devotee has towards God, often characterized by worship and surrender.

Examples

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मीराबाई की कृष्ण के प्रति भक्ति बहुत प्रसिद्ध है।

Mirabai's devotion to Krishna is very famous.

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प्राचीन ग्रंथों में भक्ति के विभिन्न रूपों का वर्णन किया गया है।

Various forms of devotion are described in ancient texts.

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वह तो अपने काम की भक्ति में पागल है।

He is crazy about his devotion to his work.

Word Family

Noun
भक्ति
Verb
भक्ति करना
Adverb
भक्तिपूर्वक
Adjective
भक्तिमय
Related
भक्त
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Memory Tip

Think of 'Bhakti' as 'back to' — going back to your heart or your creator through love.

Quick Quiz

वह भगवान की ____ में लीन है।

Correct!

The correct answer is: भक्ति

Examples

1

मीराबाई की कृष्ण के प्रति भक्ति बहुत प्रसिद्ध है।

everyday

Mirabai's devotion to Krishna is very famous.

2

प्राचीन ग्रंथों में भक्ति के विभिन्न रूपों का वर्णन किया गया है।

formal

Various forms of devotion are described in ancient texts.

3

वह तो अपने काम की भक्ति में पागल है।

informal

He is crazy about his devotion to his work.

4

मध्यकालीन भारत के इतिहास में भक्ति आंदोलन का सामाजिक प्रभाव गहरा था।

academic

The social impact of the Bhakti movement was profound in the history of medieval India.

5

संस्था के लक्ष्यों के प्रति आपकी भक्ति ही हमारी प्रगति का आधार है।

business

Your devotion toward the organization's goals is the basis of our progress.

Word Family

Noun
भक्ति
Verb
भक्ति करना
Adverb
भक्तिपूर्वक
Adjective
भक्तिमय
Related
भक्त

Common Collocations

ईश्वर भक्ति devotion to God
देश भक्ति patriotism
अटूट भक्ति unwavering devotion
भक्ति मार्ग the path of devotion
भक्ति गीत devotional song

Common Phrases

भक्ति में लीन होना

to be absorbed in devotion

सच्ची भक्ति

true devotion

अगाध भक्ति

profound devotion

Often Confused With

भक्ति vs श्रद्धा

Shraddha implies trust or faith, while Bhakti implies an emotional and loving bond or attachment.

भक्ति vs पूजा

Puja refers to the physical ritual of worship, whereas Bhakti is the internal state of devotion.

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Usage Notes

While primarily religious, 'Bhakti' can be used to describe intense loyalty to a country (Desh-bhakti) or a cause. It is a feminine noun.

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Common Mistakes

Learners often treat 'Bhakti' as a masculine noun because it doesn't end in the typical long 'i' (ई) sound, but it is grammatically feminine.

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Memory Tip

Think of 'Bhakti' as 'back to' — going back to your heart or your creator through love.

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Word Origin

Derived from the Sanskrit root 'bhaj', meaning to divide, share, or belong to.

Grammar Patterns

Feminine noun (स्त्रीलिंग) Often follows the postposition 'के प्रति' (towards) Plural form 'भक्तियाँ' is rare and usually used in poetic or technical contexts
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Cultural Context

The Bhakti movement (8th–17th century) revolutionized Indian society by emphasizing that anyone, regardless of caste or gender, could reach God through personal love.

Quick Quiz

वह भगवान की ____ में लीन है।

Correct!

The correct answer is: भक्ति

More religion words

प्रार्थना

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A solemn request for help or expression of thanks addressed to God or an object of worship. It can also refer to a humble and earnest request made to a person in authority.

पूजा

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Puja refers to a ritualistic act of worship or prayer in Hinduism and other Indian religions to honor a deity or celebrate a spiritual event. It involves making offerings like flowers, incense, and food to express devotion and seek blessings.

जन्नत

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Jannat refers to paradise or heaven, particularly in Islamic and South Asian contexts. It is used to describe a place of ultimate peace and happiness after death, or metaphorically to describe a beautiful location on Earth.

पाप

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A moral or religious transgression or sin. It refers to an act that is considered ethically wrong or a violation of divine law.

रूह

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The word 'रूह' refers to the soul, spirit, or the immortal essence of a living being. It is often used in religious, spiritual, or poetic contexts to describe the inner self that exists beyond the physical body.

पवित्र

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Pavitra describes something that is holy, sacred, or spiritually pure. It is commonly used to refer to religious texts, places of worship, or rivers that hold a divine status in Indian culture.

निर्वाण

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Nirvana refers to the ultimate state of spiritual enlightenment and liberation from the cycle of birth and death. It is characterized by the end of suffering and the attainment of supreme peace.

श्रद्धा

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Shraddha refers to a deep sense of faith, reverence, or devotion directed towards a deity, a person, or an ideal. It implies a combination of trust and respect that comes from the heart.

वेद

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The Vedas are the oldest and most sacred scriptures of Hinduism, written in ancient Sanskrit. They are considered divine revelations containing hymns, philosophy, and guidance on rituals and daily life.

उपनिषद

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The Upanishads are ancient Sanskrit texts that contain the core philosophical concepts of Hinduism. They focus on spiritual knowledge, the nature of the soul, and the ultimate reality, often written as dialogues between teachers and students.

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