Bhakti Marga is a global spiritual organization rooted in a simple and universal idea: that love, devotion, and inner connection can be lived in everyday life. The words Bhakti Marga come from Sanskrit and mean “the path of love and devotion.” In practice, this path is not about belief or identity, but about cultivating a deeper relationship with oneself, with others, and with life itself.
Bhakti Marga was founded in 2005 by Paramahamsa Vishwananda with the intention of making ancient spiritual wisdom accessible, practical, and relevant in the modern world. From the beginning, the focus has been on experience rather than doctrine, offering people real tools to grow spiritually while remaining fully engaged in daily life.
Inspired by The Master
Paramahamsa Vishwananda is a transformative force for our time. He’s redefining Bhakti Yoga for the 21st century, making ancient wisdom accessible and relevant to all. Through the power of Love, he has inspired a worldwide community to share his profound wisdom, teachings, and spiritual practices.People from all corners of the globe, across cultures, backgrounds, and experiences, speak of Paramahamsa Vishwananda’s divine presence and selfless love. But the true miracle is the profound transformation they undergo, discovering the love of God, joy, and bliss in their own lives.
Global Community
Since its founding, Bhakti Marga has grown organically into a worldwide community, with temples, ashrams, and centers in over 80 countries. People from many cultures, backgrounds, and life paths are drawn to Bhakti Marga not because they are asked to become something new, but because they are supported in becoming more fully themselves. In the United States, the main Bhakti Marga ashram is located in Elmira, New York, where people come for retreat, immersion, and deeper spiritual study.
In the United States, the main Bhakti Marga center is located in Elmira, New York, where we have a beautiful Paranitya Narasimha Temple, and an ashram where seekers can come for retreat, immersion, and deeper spiritual study. The Bhakti Marga America website has more information about upcoming events at the ashram, as well as other courses and offerings that people can access to explore and deepen their spiritual journey.
New York City
Bhakti Marga NYC is a new expression of this global community. It is the first center of its kind in the world, and the first permanent Bhakti Marga space in New York City. Designed for modern urban life, this center brings the heart of Bhakti Marga into a setting where people can engage with spirituality and wellness as part of daily life.
Bhakti Marga NYC exists to support community, inner growth, and connection in the midst of the city’s intensity. Whether someone comes seeking wellness, meaning, or simply a positive place to land, the intention is the same: to offer a space where people feel seen, supported, and inspired to live with more love and awareness in their lives.
The Path
At its heart, Bhakti Marga exists to serve humanity. Its mission is to help people reconnect with love, compassion, and meaning through practices that support the body, mind, and heart. Bhakti Marga offers a unique spiritual path, blending the heart-centered traditions of Bhakti with the ancient lineage of Kriya Yoga. This path is supported by four foundational "arms"—Yoga & Meditation, Knowledge, Rituals, and Devotional Arts—all designed to open the heart and cultivate a deep connection with the Divine residing within everything.
- Yoga and Meditation: Our core practice is Atma Kriya Yoga, a powerful set of techniques given by Paramahamsa Vishwananda through the grace of Mahavatar Babaji to awaken the soul's relationship with the divine.
- Knowledge: We immerse ourselves in the wisdom of ancient Vedic scriptures, such as the Bhagavad Gita and Srimad Bhagavatam, and study the lives of great Bhakti saints to deepen our understanding of the spiritual journey.
- Rituals: Through sacred ceremonies like Puja, Abhishekam, and Yajnas, we invite Divine grace into our lives and foster a personal, intimate relationship with the supreme consciousness.
- Devotional Arts: We channel our innate creativity into spiritual expression, using music, painting, and other art forms as an offering of love and devotion.
People are encouraged to explore these practices in their own way, at their own pace, without pressure to believe or commit to anything beyond what feels authentic.
