Lalon (Bengali: লালন; died 17 October 1890), [1] also known as Lalon Shah, Lalon Fakir, Shahji, was a Bengali spiritual leader, philosopher, mystic poet and social reformer.

Lalon Shah was famous Baul saint, singer, songwriter, and thinker who possessed a versatile talent. He was a singer, composer, and lyricist of numerous famous songs. Lalon is regarded as one of the pioneers of Baul’s song as well as he was …

Lalon was a multi-talented Bengali; Who is also known as Fakir Lalan, Lalan Sai, Lalan Shah, Mahatma Lalan etc. He is a spiritual faqir saint, humanist, social reformer and philosopher. He was the lyricist, composer and singer of numerous songs.

Nov 26, 2024 · Towering in Bengali tradition and spirituality, Lalon Shah—also known as Lalon Fakir—was Born in Bengal's Jhenaidah area on October 17, 1774. He became a mystical poet, philosopher, and musician whose influence is still felt today across generations.

Lalon (14 October 1772 – 17 October 1890), also known as Lalon Shah, Lalon Fakir, Shahji and titled Fakir, Shah, was a prominent Bengali spiritual leader, philosopher, mystic poet and social reformer.

Lalon Shah (1774-1890) preceptor of baul asceticism, composer and singer of Baul songs. He was born on 1 Kartik 1181 BS (1774 AD) at village Harishpur in Jhenaidah district, variantly in a Kayastha family of village Bhadra in Kumarkhali of kushtia district .

Oct 17, 2021 · One cannot decisively introduce—much less sum up—the life and work of Fakir Lalon Shah (c. 1772-1890). An extraordinary figure known for orally composing thousands of songs in Bengali—one who...

Nov 7, 2020 · Fakir Lalon Shah—who orally composed thousands of songs in Bengali —died on October 17, 1890—on Kartik 01, 1297 (the Bengali year). This year, then, marks his 130th death anniversary.

Jun 5, 2023 · Fakir Lalon Shah was a songwriter, composer and musician of numerous songs. Lalon is regarded as one of the pioneers of the Baul song and also referred to as the ‘Baul-Emperor.’ It was through his songs that the Baul song gained popularity in the nineteenth century.

Feb 10, 2016 · Lalon Fakir (1774-1890) is considered as the greatest forerunner and exponent of this unique culture and tradition. He was an unlettered man with no formal education, however, his compositions could illuminate the minds of even the most educated.