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Vidyapati




Vidyapati, the famous Bengali poet, was born in Bisapi village of North Bihar. He is also known as a courtier, scholar, and prose writer. Though he is a Bengali poet, he is primarily known for his love-lyrics composed in Maithili, a language spoken in the towns and villages of Mithila. Vidyapati’s love songs reveal the intense passion of Radha’s love towards Krishna. Vidyapati's songs which are highly appreciated, convey the devotion of Krishna’s worshippers.



Updated on 7th June, 2005

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