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Ladha Maharaj

A religious figure who influenced Gandhi's spiritual thinking.

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Also known as Ladha Maharaj, Maharaj, the Maharaj, Rama—Ladha Maharaj of Bileshvar

First appearance: Glimpses of Religion

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A devotee of Rama who read the Ramayana to Gandhi's father, inspiring Gandhi's deep devotion to the epic.
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Ladha Maharaj first appears in 0012 part i x glimpses of religion.

In Glimpses of Religion: A devotee of Rama who read the Ramayana to Gandhi's father, inspiring Gandhi's deep devotion to the epic.

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SBSurendranath B…MDMahadev DesaiPMPandit Malaviy…KGKasturbai GandhiMKMohandas Karam…LMLadha Maharaj

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  • Diverse associates and followers
  • Nationalist leaders and coworkers
  • Personal family and healers
  • Bombay political mentors

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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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