Brahma Saṁhitā
Category:
Puranic & Other Saṁhitās
A revered Vaishnava text, particularly in Gaudiya Vaishnavism, the Brahma Saṁhitā contains hymns uttered by Lord Brahma glorifying Lord Krishna as the Supreme Personality of Godhead. Its fifth chapter is especially famous. The Brahma Saṁhitā offers a rare and profound glimpse into the heart of Vaishnava metaphysics, establishing Krishna as the source of all manifestations and revealing the eternal spiritual world.
Vaishnava text glorifying Krishna; famous for verse 5.1.
Quick Facts
Author
Lord Brahma (as per tradition)
Origin Period
Ancient; surviving manuscript discovered by Chaitanya Mahaprabhu in 16th century
Language
Sanskrit
Total Chapters
Chapter 5 (surviving portion)