Tukaram (तुकाराम)

Bhaktamal | Tukaram
Real name – Tukaram Bolhoba Ambile
Other Name – Tuka, Tukoba, Tukobaraya
Guru - Babaji Chaitanya
Disciple - Bahinabai
Aaradhya - Vithoba
Birth - 21 January 1608
Birth Place - Dehu, Pune, Maharashtra, India
Died - 19 March 1650 (age 42 years), Dehu
Marital Status: Married
Father - Bolhoba More
Mother - Kanakar More
Famous Name: Sant Tukaram
Notable work - Abhanga (devotional poetry), Tukaram GathaSant Tukaram was a revered Marathi saint, poet, and key figure of the Bhakti movement in western India. He is especially known for his devotional verses called abhangas, dedicated to Vithoba.

He is regarded as one of the greatest saints in Marathi literature. His poetry emphasized devotion, equality, compassion, and a direct relationship with God rather than ritualism. His works continue to be sung and studied across Maharashtra and beyond. He is a central figure in the Varkari tradition, whose followers make pilgrimages to Pandharpur.

A famous idea from Tukaram's teachings is that sincere devotion and ethical living are more important than social status or external religious practices.

Sant Tukaram Influence on the Bhakti Movement
Tukaram became one of the most influential saints of the Bhakti movement. He inspired countless devotees through his teachings and songs. His message transcended caste and social divisions, stressing that sincere devotion is available to everyone.

Famous Quote Attributed to Tukaram -
The name of God is the simplest path to liberation.