Author: Nityananda Dasa
Publisher: Touchstone Media
Format: Paperback
Pages: 258
"Prema Vilasa" is one of several historical accounts written by Gaudiya Vaishnavas shortly after the passing of Sri Caitanya Mahaprabhu. In this book, Nityananda Dasa, a disciple of Jahnava-mata, narrates the stories of key figures such as Srinivasa Acarya, Narottama Dasa Thakura, and Syamananda Prabhu. He also details the training they received from the Vrndavana Gosvamis, particularly Sri Jiva Gosvami, and their efforts to spread Sri Caitanya Mahaprabhu's teachings.
The book covers significant events like Srinivasa, Narottama, and Syamananda delivering sacred texts to Bengal, Narottama Dasa Thakura organizing the Gaura-Purnima festival at Kheturi, and the conversion of kings, bandits, brahmanas, and villagers to Vaishnavism. It highlights the deep emotions and compassion of these great spiritual teachers, who were empowered by Mahaprabhu.
"Prema Vilasa" centers on Sri Caitanya Mahaprabhu's loving relationships with His followers and illustrates how His presence endures through their devotion. The book is especially enjoyable for readers familiar with works like "Sri Caitanya Bhagavat" and "Sri Caitanya-caritamrta," as it provides further insight into the lives and devotional activities of Mahaprabhu's devotees.
