Śrī Viṣṇupriyā Ānanda Bazaar Patrikā and Prema Gāthā – A Review
Śrīla Bhaktivinoda Ṭhākura critiques a new newspaper which mixes topics concerning Gauḍīya Vaiṣṇavism along with mundane current events, and also reviews a book of devotional poetry. First published in Sajjana Toṣaṇī, Vol. 11, Issue 5, 1899.
A Collection of Jewel-like Verses (Padaratnāvalī)
Śrīla Bhaktivinoda Ṭhākura reviews a book on Vaiṣṇava songs edited by the renowned Rabindranath Tagore. Although Bhaktivinoda appreciates and encourages Rabindranath’s endeavours, he identifies certain philosophical errors within the work, particularly regarding the comparison of Śrī Caitanya with the French philosopher Auguste Comte. First published in Sajjana Toṣaṇī, Vol. 2, Issue 9, 1885.
Samālocana (A Review of Three Books)
Śrīla Bhaktivinoda Ṭhākura presents a critical appraisal of three works: a study of Śrīla Raghunātha Dāsa Gosvāmī, an examination of contemporary Vaiṣṇavism, and an analysis of the Vaiṣṇava poet Cāṇḍīdāsa. Throughout this review, the Ṭhākura demonstrates his characteristic analytical approach, offering a balanced and nuanced perspective on each text under consideration. First published in Sajjana Toṣaṇī, Vol. 6, Issue 4, 1894.
A Simple Verse Translation of Śrī Śrīmad Bhagavad-gītā
Śrīla Bhaktivinoda Ṭhākura evaluates a poetic rendition of the Bhagavad-gītā in Bengali, providing a brief summary of the Gītā’s contents and offering his assessment of the author’s literary efforts. First published in Sajjana Toṣaṇī, Vol. 12, Issue 11, 1901.
A New Year (Nava-varṣa)
This editorial examines the ongoing service at Śrīdhāma Māyāpura and discusses the disappearance of Śrīla Jagannātha Dāsa Bābājī Mahārāja. Through these reflections, Bhaktivinoda Ṭhākura offers spiritual insights relevant to the new year. First published in Sajjana Toṣaṇī, Vol. 7, Issue 1, 1895.
A Critique of the Book: A Virtuous Treasury of Proper Conduct (Samālocana: Guṇa-nidhi Sadācara)
In this review, Bhaktivinoda Ṭhākura examines a work on proper conduct with an eclectic and encouraging tone, particularly in his treatment of demigod worshippers, especially the Śaivites. He discusses several key topics, including the acceptance of a sad-guru, animal sacrifice, śālagrāma worship, and the chanting of the name of Śiva. First published in Sajjana Toṣaṇī, Vol. 5, Issue 9, 1893.
Samāvedana (Editorial)
This brief editorial reflects Bhaktivinoda Ṭhākura’s determination to sustain his nascent publication despite significant health difficulties. Writing in the magazine’s inaugural year, the Ṭhākura addresses the modest scale of its readership, acknowledging that most people lack interest in spiritual topics. The piece reveals both his realistic assessment of the periodical’s audience and his commitment to continuing its publication regardless of these constraints. First published in Sajjana Toṣaṇī, Vol. 1, 1881.
Samāvedana (A Respectful Petition)
In this brief editorial, Bhaktivinoda Ṭhākura offers a respectful petition to Mahāprabhu, glorifying Him and predicting that His message will soon travel to distant lands. He also mentions the service that the ‘beggar-girl’ Sajjana Toṣaṇī is performing in propagating the message of Śrī Caitanya. First published in Sajjana Toṣaṇī, Vol. 3, Issue 1, 1886.
Samālocana (A Book Review)
Śrīla Bhaktivinoda Ṭhākura reviews three books in this article: a commentary on Śrī Nityānandāṣṭaka, a publication of Śaṅkarācārya’s Moha Mudgara, and a composition about the glories of the Holy Name. Through these reviews, the author analyses contemporary scholarly and devotional publications within the Vaiṣṇava community. First published in Sajjana Toṣaṇī, Vol. 7, Issue 4, 1895.
The Purpose of Sajjana Toṣaṇī Magazine (Sajjana Toṣaṇī Patrikāra Uddeśya)
In this editorial, Bhaktivinoda Ṭhākura explains to his readers the true purpose of his magazine and how it differs from other newspapers. The article sets forth the distinctive aims and character of the publication, clarifying its role within contemporary discourse. First published in Sajjana Toṣaṇī, Vol. 2, Issue 4, 1885.
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