Acknowledgements

|| Shri GaneshDattaGurbhyo namah ||

By the infinite Grace of Lord Dattatreya as manifest in Shri Guru Maharaj, the entire 12-volume works of P.P. Shri Vasudevanand Saraswati Swami Maharaj is presented here in the form this interactive mini-CD, along with Brief accounts of his Life, Itinerary, Disciples, Institutions connected with him and his Prashnavali. This immense task is largely a collective work of many individuals and institutions. Much of his works are in Sanskrit and great care has been taken to eliminate errors and misprints. This has been possible only because of the voluntary diligent, efforts of several scholars. This has been a selfless and dedicated labour of love for them. They do not expect any recognition of any sort. However we find it essential at least to record their contribution here, which is the least we can do. Besides their names will lend an authenticity to this compendium. This is not a formality but an expression of our heartfelt gratitude.

	Retd. Principal, Principal, Jagadguru Shankaracharya Sanskrit Pathashala, Dharwad. Sanskrit scholar revered all over India. Close associate of Pujya Brahmashri Dattamaharaj Kavishvar. He is the author of the Sanskrit preface to Samasloki Gurusanhita of which he graciously examined the proofs. One of the very few living members of the team of scholars who helped edit the complete works of Shri Swami Maharaj
Pt. Bhalchandra - shastri Uppanbettigiri	Shastri Wada, Old Taluka Kacheri Galli, Dharwad 580001
	M.E. Retd Chief Engineer, Govt. of Maharshtra. A leading contemporary exponent of Kundalini Yoga. Managing Trustee of Shri Vasudev Nivas, Pune and Guiding Vice President of P.P. Shri Vasudevanand Saraswati Prabodhini. His active encouragement, valuable guidance and blessings have made this CD possible. In fact he is the producer of this interacive CD-ROM.
Pujya Shri Narayankaka Dhekane Maharaj	Managing Trustee, Shri Vasudev Nivas, 42/17, Erandwane, Karve Road Pune 411004
	MA PhD Dlit Kavyatirth. Retired as Director, Oriental University, m.S. University, Baroda. Recipient of Awards on National & State levels. Renowned Sanskrit scholar with plethora of work on Indology, Sanskrit and related work. A prominent disciple of Shri Rangavadhut Maharaj and an initiate of Shri Yogiraj Gulavani Maharaj and Shaktipatacharya. Left the physical frame on 16th May, 1984 at the age of 84. He volunteered to proofread the Sateek version Shri Dwisahasri Gurucharitam and Samasloki even during his last illness.
Late Dr. Arunodaya N. Jani.	Vadodara
	MA PhD (Sanskrit). Renowned Scholar.Chief Editor of the reputed Marathi quartely, “Padnyalok”. Several articles and books on the works of Shri Swami Maharaj. Prepared an authentic edition of the Brahman Sanhita of Kaanva branch of Yajurveda. Renowned for eassays on theliterature of great saints like Shri Gilabrao Maharaj, Shri Babaji Pandit etc. He was associated with preparation of “Saptashati Gurucharitrasaar”
Dr. Gunakar V. Pimpalapure	41, Modern Society, Prasadnagar, Nagpur 440010
	MA PhD (Sansk.) Retd as Lecture in Sanskrit. Author of many renowned books including a Gujrati biography of P.P. Shri Vasudevanand Saraswati, Gujrati translation of Dwisahasri and Samasloki etc.. Disciple of Shri Rangavadhut Maharaj. Managing Trustee Shri Avadhut Nivas Trust Nareshwar; President of P.P. Shri Vasudevanand Saraswati Prabodhini. He corrected the final proofs of “Dwisahasri Gurucharitam” and “Samasloki Gurusanhita”
Dr. Hariprasad (Dhirubhai) S. Joshi	30, Sonali Society, Karelibagh, Vadodara 390018.
	MA (English). Sanskrit scholar. Retd. Auditor (Postal). Authored 13 books and numerous articles on Indian philosophy, commentaries on several Stotras and works by Shri Shankaracharya, Shri Swami maharaj and other saints and philosophers. President, Bhagvat Seva Samiti, Nagpur; President, Retired A.I. Central Govt.Emplorees, President Senior Citizens Mandal, Nagpur. Held many responsible posts in several NGOs. Valuable editorial work for “Shri Dattamahatmya.”
Shri Vasudev Govind Chorghade	162, Shivkrupa, Abhyankarnagar, Nagpur 440010
	MA, PhD (Sanskrit) Retd Professor of Sanskrit, Sangameshwar College, Solapur. Several publications in Sanskrit and Marathi. Renowned scholar of Shri Bhagavat Puran and Rigved Sanhita. Performed hundreds of ritual recitations and discourses of Bhagavat Puran, including a single-day recitation and 108 continous recitations in one year. A close disciple of Pujya Brahmashri Dattamaharaj Kavishvar. Examined the proofs of Shri Dattamahatmya.
Dr. Rajaram L. (Rajabhau) Joshi	Solapur
	Nyayachudamani; Principal, Jagadguru Shankaracharya Sanskrit Pathashala, Dharwad. Member of several Cultural organizations all over India. Published several articles, poems and stories in Sanskrit and Kannada publicatins. Publisher of Dharwad Panchanga. Honored with “Jyotish –Siddhanta-Kesari” and “Best Citizen of India”. He has corrected the proofs of Shri Dattapuran and Shri Dattachampu.
Pt. Rajeshvar- shastri Joshi	Shastri Wada, Old Taluka Kacheri Galli, Dharwad 580001
	MA, PhD (Sanskrit). Professor of Sanskrit, M.S. University of Baroda. Indergraduate & P.G. Teacher in Sanskrit for over 30 years. Published 60 papers in English, Gujrati, Sanskrit & Marathi journals. Sevral biographies of Saints and other books on Indological & Sanskrit subjects. Recipient of several awards and honors by various cultural and educational organizations. Life member Member and Member of Expert Committes of many ciltural, literary and Indological socities. Devotee & disciple of Shri Rangavadhut Maharaj. She has examined the proofs of Shri Dattachampu and Trishati Gurukavyam, of which she is the Editor of the volume under publication.
Dr.(Mrs.) Uma S. Deshpande	503, Siddhi Building, Samrajya Complex, Near Post Office, Fatehganj, BARODA 390002
	Retd Air Force Technician and practitoner of Law. An Ardent student of the literature of Shri Swami Maharaj. Trustee, Shri Vasudev Nivas Trust. He has thoroghly corrected the proofs of practically all the works published here. But for his unstinted and thorough work, this project would not have been possible.
Shri Kamalakra (Abasaheb) D. Deshpande	40, Kasaba Peth Pune
	Ma BT Retd. Teacher of Sanskrit from M.S. University of Baroda. Sanskrit scholar well versed in Puranas, Vedant and Poetry. A disciple of Shri Rangavadhut Maharaj and an ardent reader of the works of Shri Swami Maharaj. Translated Shri Dattapuran, vedanivedini Stotra and Shodashavataar-Charitani in Gujrati. Examined the proofs of Shri Dattapuran
Prof. Shivprasad M. Dave	Dabhoi. Dist. Vadodara.
	Retired autmobile technician. An ardent student of Sankrit since childhood. An initiate of Yogiraj Gulavani Maharaj and a devoted member of P.P.Shri Vasudevanand Saraswati Granth Parayan Mandal. He has examined proofs of almost all the volumes of this edition of the works of Shri Swami Maharaj.
Shri Dattareya T. Bondre	B-14, Ayodhyanagar Hsg Society, 17th street, Dahanukar Colony, Pune 411038
	Retd Professor, Mudhoji College, Phalatan near Pune. An ardent initiate of Yogiraj Gulavani Maharaj and also a recipient of the grace of Brhmashri Dattamaharaj, Shri Govind Kaka Upalekar Maharaj, Shri Kulkarni Maharaj. Authored a book on Marathi Grammar and biographies of Shri Shivaji Maharaj and others. He examined the proofs of “Samasloki Gurusanhita”, “Panchpakshik”, “Dattachampu” and some stotras.
Dr. Prabhakar .N. Dixit.
	WellreputedTraditional Vedic scholar; honoured by Shankaracharyas and eminent institutions for Vedic studies with awards; Trustee, Vedacharya Ghaisas Guruji Vedpathashala, Pune. His contributions to finalise the print copy of “Shri Dattamahtmya” were valuable.
Pt. Krishna G. Arvikar.	‘Shruti Sadan’, Vedacharya Bhauji Arvikar Marg, Opp. RSS Bldg. Mahal, Nagpur 440002
	B.E. Retired Commodore, Indian Navy. Devoted disciple of Yogiraj Shri Gulavani Maharaj. Studied Sanskrit on his own. Sou. Lele has done “Smruti Ratna” in Sanskrit from Kolkata. Both Shri & Sou play a leading role in Shri Vasudev Nivas Bhajani Mandal, whose performaces have been broight out in cassettes and include Bhajans of Shri Swami Maharaj. The couple have examined proofs of Dwisahasri Teeka.
Cdr. Madhukar K. & Sou. Kumudini Lele	Savitri Apartments, Near Abhinav Chowk, Pune 411004
	Intermediate (Arts). Renowned astroger; Lifelong study and practice of Astrology. Several discourses on astrological subjects all over Maharashtra. He helped compile the soft edition of “Panchapakshik”
Shri Kavishwar Raghunath V (Bapusaheb)	Paud Road, Kothrud, Pune 411038
	Retired Teacher Central School, National Defence Academy, Pune. A linguist and a student of philosophy. Disciple of Samartha Shri Nana Maharaj Taranekar.
Sou Asha Anant Deshpande	137/7, Dahanukar Colony, Street no. 1, Ruby Sahnivas, Kothrud Pune 411029