In the early part of 19th century, when the Hindu Bhoomi was under British rule, innumerable Tapasvi’s were born in the Holy Land of Bharatam to liberate her from the clutches of Slavery. The freedom movement of India is unique in the sense its independence was achieved due to Tapas and Sankalpam of great Mahans and ascetics. In the gallery of such stalwarts, a shining star is Kavyakantha Ganapati Muni. He was a great scholar, Tapasvi, Poet, Patriot, Upasaka, Guru, a Shishya and a Muni of Vedic yore. He was born this date (Nov 17, 1878) 146 years ago. His biography will provide a poignant reading. A Tamil Translation of his biography by Dr. Krupanandan (Ramanshramam Publication) was finished in one sitting, such was the arresting content of this book.
Sri Kavyakantha Ganapati Muni has a Mahaperiyava Connection also. This was published in this blog in 2019, which can be read below:
Kavyakantha காவ்ய கண்ட கணபதி முனிவர்
His Biography in English will be a good reading. I am not sure if a revised Edition has been published.
Nayana_-_Ganapati_Muni_Biography_-_Dr._G_Krishna
Mahatapasvi - Biography of Ganapati Muni - AV Ramana 2005
