Narsinh Mehta (c. 1414–1481), regarded as the father of Gujarati literature, was a celebrated Bhakti saint and poet from Gujarat. Through his soul-stirring devotional poems and padas, he revolutionized Gujarati language and literature. Famous for compositions like “Vaishnav Jan To”, he promoted selfless love, compassion, and devotion to Lord Krishna. His poetry made bhakti accessible to common people and played a significant role in shaping the cultural and spiritual ethos of Gujarat and Indian society.