Kedarnath

Kedarnath (also known as Bhagawan Kedarnath) (1788–1868) was a Nath Yogi and saint, the guru of Trailanga Swami on the banks of the Ganges in Varanasi.

Background

Kedarnath was a Nath Yogi who lived in Varanasi and was known for his miraculous powers and severe austerities. He was the guru of the famous Trailanga Swami and was part of the Nath tradition that traces its lineage to Gorakhnath. He lived a life of extreme renunciation on the ghats of Varanasi.

Spiritual Contribution

Kedarnath taught the Nath Yoga traditions of Hatha Yoga and Kundalini Yoga. He emphasized direct spiritual experience over ritual and book-learning. His teaching combined the Nath philosophical framework with practical methods of meditation and energy work.

Legacy and Impact

As the guru of Trailanga Swami, one of the most famous yogis of Varanasi, Kedarnath’s lineage has had a lasting impact on the Nath tradition. He is remembered as a powerful example of the Nath yogi ideal.

Verification Notes

• 1788–1868
• Guru of Trailanga Swami