jan 1, 1542 - Radha Raman Deity, first seva puja

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The deity of sri Radha-Raman (One of the few original deities still left in vrindavan) was worshiped by Srila Gopal Bhatta das Goswami. The deity manifested from one of the goswami’s Shaligram-Shilas in 1542. Gopal Bhatta also braught Chaitanya Mahaprabhu’s Kaupina (cloth) and asana (seat) back from puri. These can be seen three to four times a year. Gopal Bhatta’s Samadhi is located in the temple compound. The fires of cooking in the temple kitchen have been continuosly since the deity worship began over 435 years ago.

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